One of the challenges that facilities face during the COVID-19 pandemic is how to monitor the health and safety of their employees. One of the biggest prevention measures for combating COVID-19 is the act of social distancing and wearing proper protective equipment. An advanced network...
Are you in the grocery or warehouse business and need the right lighting for your cold storage? As a business owner or manager you realize the importance of being cost-effective, that's why you need to choose the most energy-efficient option. The following are a few...
Warehouse productivity is directly linked to good lighting. Poorly-lit areas can result in mistakes, accidents, lower productivity, and higher operating costs. A well-lit warehouse enables companies to counter all of these negatives, resulting in higher productivity, lower operating costs, and therefore, higher profits. Integral to...
Since most high-quality LED fixtures are rated for 250,000 hours or 20+ years of continuous 24 hour use, building owners considering a commercial lighting retrofit should realize that they are investing for the long-term. A properly done LED retrofit requiring minimal or no maintenance will...
With this winter's extreme weather, it's becoming more and more clear that we have to act fast to address the issue of climate change. As a business owner, you're in a very special position when it comes to reducing your carbon footprint. Not only can...
When it comes to the lighting you will use in your facility, the photometrics will be a pivotal asset. With these, you will know how the lighting in your facility is seen by the human eye. In other words, it means you will be able...
In the past several decades, the lighting industry has come a long way, going from incandescent and fluorescent lights to HIDs and LEDs. The 21st century has brought us a new approach to lighting – smart operation. The power of smart lighting solutions is hard to...
Facility managers are always working towards improving employee safety and increasing productivity. One key component that can support both is energy-efficient LED lighting. There are many reasons why facility managers are interested in upgrading to LED lighting, most importantly the ability to create a safer work...
Everyone is moving towards LEDs. They're energy-efficient, brighter, and increasingly cheaper. But if you need niche lighting, don't just look into the general benefits. Here are three reasons why cold storage specifically needs a lighting update. 1. Traditional lights waste space. A lot of light bulbs give...
If you're a small business owner, you want to take advantage of any possible way to improve productivity and increase your bottom line. Every little bit makes a difference. And sometimes, small changes can have a dramatic effect. You may not expect that something small,...