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Practical advice on commercial lighting from LED retrofits to lighting design.

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A contractor's guide to buying LED lighting

Posted by Nina Frye on May 16, 2022 8:43:20 AM
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As lighting experts, we know that lighting is not always the easiest part of job. But an electrician who understands a few key ins-and-outs of lighting can help add significant value to an electrical job.

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Topics: LED, Lighting technology, LED retrofit

How to select a safe UV solution

Posted by Luis Espino on Feb 25, 2022 3:36:00 PM
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UV solutions can create a cleaner, safer environment for everyone who walks into your facility. UVC is a known disinfectant for air, water, and nonporous surfaces, and in studies has been shown to inactivate SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

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Topics: Lighting technology, COVID-19, Germicidal UV light

Energy code changes for 2022 [And how they impact lighting]

Posted by Tori Cole on Feb 4, 2022 11:53:08 AM
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Just as a new year ushers in a new round of resolutions, it also brings about new laws, ordinances, and codes.

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Topics: Lighting technology, LED retrofit, Lighting controls

How to tell if UV-C LEDs work

Posted by Luis Espino on Sep 7, 2021 9:27:19 AM
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LEDs are now the primary lighting option for most commercial buildings. But when it comes to disinfectant lighting, traditional light sources like low pressure mercury tubes are still dominant.

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Topics: LED, Lighting technology, Germicidal UV light

Color temperature and wattage selectable LEDs [Pros and cons]

Posted by Ron Pilner on Aug 25, 2021 9:08:07 AM
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LED technology has brought about new innovations and more options in the lighting industry. Manufacturers are constantly coming out with new products that give the consumer more options.

One of those recent innovations: Color and wattage selectable LED fixtures. 

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Topics: Lighting design, LED, Lighting technology

Are CFLs going away?

Posted by Melissa Jordan on May 27, 2021 8:17:38 AM
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It's happening again. One of our manufacturing partners has stopped making a lighting product, specifically compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs).

The signs have been pointing to this direction for some time.

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Topics: LED, Lighting technology, Fluorescent light

3 options to kill germs in the air

Posted by Luis Espino on Feb 17, 2021 11:04:03 AM
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Here's what we know: SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can be transmitted through the air.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says while most cases of SARS-CoV-2 are spread through close contact, droplets and particles can spread through the air under certain circumstances.

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Topics: Lighting technology, COVID-19, Germicidal UV light

What is a UVC dosimeter?

Posted by Dave Johnson on Jan 14, 2021 2:20:43 PM
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You bought a new UV product or series of products and you're ready to disinfect your building. But how do you know if the products you spent thousands of dollars on really work?

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Topics: Lighting technology, COVID-19, Germicidal UV light

Using UV light to kill viruses like COVID-19

Posted by Luis Espino on Dec 16, 2020 12:30:00 PM
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Scientists have known about the disinfection capabilities of ultraviolet (UV) light for decades. Now, it's considered an important tool in the fight against COVID-19.

A scientist at Columbia University found UV-C is effective against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, in laboratory settings.

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Topics: Lighting technology, Healthcare lighting, COVID-19, Germicidal UV light

Mobile UV disinfection units [Pros and cons]

Posted by Luis Espino on Sep 23, 2020 1:22:01 PM
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If you're responsible for maintaining a business or commercial building, this can be a very uncertain time. COVID-19 has changed the way all of us operate. Your building may either be closed, reopening, or overrun with people. Regardless, there is one thing that's top of mind: the health of everyone who uses your building.

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Topics: Product Comparison, Lighting technology, COVID-19, Germicidal UV light

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