Guides & knowledge
In-depth articles on LED lighting: technology, energy savings, requirements and planning, from our specialists.
Colour Temperature and Kelvin: how to choose the right light
A practical guide to colour temperature and Kelvin. We explain warm, neutral and cool white, which temperature suits offices, warehouses, streets and homes, and why CRI matters.
7 min readGuide to LED Street and Road Lighting
Everything you need to know about LED street lighting: energy savings, the right lumens and wattage per road type, optics and beam, IP66 durability, light pollution and how a retrofit works.
8 min readHow much your business can save with LED
Switching to LED is one of the fastest investments a business can make. We show how to calculate energy savings, electricity cost, payback and CO2 emissions, with a concrete example and a link to our lighting calculator.
6 min readHow to Choose the Right Industrial Lighting for Warehouses and Production
A practical guide for facility managers and buyers choosing industrial lighting. We cover lux requirements, high bay LED, controls and how to calculate the return on investment.
7 min readIP and IK ratings explained: how to choose the right protection
IP and IK ratings decide whether a luminaire withstands dust, water and impact. We explain the digits, compare IP65 and IP66 and provide a reference table for the right choice.
6 min readLED vs Metal Halide and Fluorescent: What Pays Off?
A straight comparison of LED, metal halide and fluorescent. We cover energy use, lifespan, maintenance and light quality, and show when a switch pays off.
6 min readLighting requirements and lux: a guide to EN 12464
EN 12464 sets out how much light different workplaces require. We cover lux levels per space, uniformity and UGR glare, plus how to plan an installation that meets the requirements.
7 min readStadium and arena lighting: what you need to know
How to plan modern LED lighting for sports grounds and arenas. We cover lux levels per sport and competition class, broadcast requirements, glare, uniformity, flicker and high mast placement.
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