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P E O P L E 09 Comment

Editor, Gill Anderson discusses lighting, and more…

13 Interview – Juggling for fun

41 Opinion – Fit and forget

Andy Douglas argues for best quality in LED uptake

44 Case study – Maths lesson

Denise Hathersly has a passion for antique lighting

77 10 minutes with ….

Simon Terry, innovation and brand director at Anglepoise

COMMERCIAL 19 News 21 Cheers!

EVENT 47 News 50 It takes two

E N E R G Y E F F I C I E N T 29 News 31 Viva la revolution!

Eliminating flicker and driving down energy use

36 A light touch

59 News 61 Winner takes all

39 Count the cost

EEF scheme’s Darren Riva on how to make savings

One-size-fits-all vs. bespoke schemes

66 Case study – Looking good

New-style fitting rooms

Nick Shaw on consumer behaviour

70 Opinion – Shades to persuade

Legrand’s Richard Hayward discusses LED dimming

Middle East celebratory light shows

RETAIL

in our pubs and bars Virgin Trains’ transport hubs go green

May Design Series and INDEX 2014 preview

55 Case study – Record breakers

Calling ‘Time’ on out-dated lighting 27 Case study – Efficiency timetable

A Suffolk school opts for huge energy cuts

SPECIALIST 73 News 75 Case study – Finishing touches

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THE TEAM Editor

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It’s not often that I get to see what it is I’m writing about these days. The demands of the day-to-day leave little time for gadding off to see new installations in the flesh, so to speak. So I was delighted to receive information on a project to install energy efficient lighting sensors at The Royal Hospital School (p44), which just happens to be a couple of miles from my home.

I contacted the school to find out first hand how the staff and pupils feel about the new system. It was great to hear how enthusiastic everyone is about the potential energy and cost savings the school will make, although I suspect the staff and the children have widely differing views on how it should be spent!

We have two lighting events to cover this month – May Design Series at London’s ExCeL, and a little further afield, INDEX. The Middle East interior design fair is heading for its 24th annual event, and this year promises to be a bit special for lighting buffs as July sees the law change to make Dubai energy efficient – all at once!

The new law has seen a huge spike in interest in lighting in the region, with exhibitor and visitor numbers way up on previous years.

As a mad keen golfer, I was fascinated by the news that golf balls are now being lit using the ubiquitous LED. Far from it being just another fad (think flashing balls introduced from the Far East a few years’ back, that were in danger of causing seizures if you stared at the back of the ball too long), I can see real possibilities for us timepoor folks who try to grab the last hour or two of daylight on warm summer evenings to get some much-needed practise in.

No longer will we be driven off the course and into the clubhouse when the sun dips below the horizon. From now on, we can stride manfully – or in my case, womanfully - on into the gathering dark, following a little glowing Night Sports’ ball. Apparently, these little beauties, which remain lit for up to eight minutes once hit, have a 40-hour battery life, and at $30 for a four-pack, won’t break the bank.

With my striking distance, I’m quite confident I can make it back to the ball in eight minutes. I do wonder though, whether anyone has thought of LED lights for the flag posts…

Enjoy the month.

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May Design Series/The ARC Show 18-20 May 2014, ExCeL, London www.thearcshow.com

Index 19-22 May 2014 Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE www.indexexhibition.com

Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition 9-12 June 2014, Pazhou Complex, Guanghou, China

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SILE – the Ninth China Intl LED Industrial Technology Expo & Forum 3-6 July 2014, Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Shanghai, China www.grayexpo.com

TEN YEARS – AND COUNTING

Wireless Solution Sweden’s (WSS) award-winning W-DMX is celebrating 10 years on the market.

WSS was the first W-DMX product to market when it debuted in 2004 in Rimini before winning an Innovation Award at PLASA in the same year.

The success story continued at LDI, Las Vegas where the company won the LDI Award as the first manufacturer to launch an IP65 solution for wireless DMX. WSS was founded on three simple ideas: wireless DMX was already on the market but the early technology was based on a concept that made it too expensive and complicated to use.

When W-DMX was launched in 2004, WSS introduced a product that was up to 60 per cent cheaper than others on the market at the time; it was simple to use with a single button to control all the basic functions, but most importantly, it worked.

GUIDED BY THE LIGHT

Appointments CAST BlackTrax has appointed Paul Braile to its team. Braile comes to the role with more than 20 years’ industry experience and has worked on productions from Glee and the Super Bowl to Broadway and the CBS Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Braile said: ‘Today, the industry is turning to new technology for reducing production costs and better return, in terms of box office and big impact. Tracking technology is one of the best solutions as it greatly simplifies cross-cuing technologies and delivering the punch without the huge cuing and rehearsing costs while, in fact, reducing overall production costs.’

Bruce Freeman, chairman of the CAST Group added: ‘When Paul first came to CAST in April 2013 to study and do his due diligence, he spent only two hours with BlackTrax in our Toronto demo centre and pronounced it is the way of the future for the industry and for his business. Since then, he has tested the market and confirmed its need for BlackTrax.

‘Because Paul has spent 20 years doing it in the real world, he recognises the significance of a technology solution that pays for itself in less than a

year and opens production possibilities by enabling spontaneous creativity, artistry and technology!

‘Paul is well known and respected by our industry in North America, and that tells me that people trust him. In the circumstances, considering we have launched a technology revolution, we are very pleased he has agreed to help our customers choose and get the very most out of their BTSolutions.’

Siemens’ Financial Services (SFS) has appointed Gunnar Skagerlind as sales leader for industry sector in the Nordic region, covering Sweden, Finland, Norway and Denmark.

Skagerlind has been brought in to further develop the market for equipment finance in the Nordic industrial sector. Supported by the sales force, he will be responsible for establishing strategic partnerships with equipment vendors and OEMs in industry, construction and transport. The appointment underscores SFS’s strengthened focus on vendor finance, and will help boost it’s operations within the Scandinavian countries.

Skagerlind commented: ‘This is an exciting market with strong

growth potential for finance, as demand for specialised industrial equipment is rising in both domestic and foreign markets.

‘Vendors and OEMs wishing to drive sales are exhibiting growing interest in incorporating finance in their sales proposition to enable affordability and ease of acquisition for their customers.

At the same time, end-users are increasingly keen to harness technological innovations, while also managing their cash flow, in order to achieve best-in-class efficiency, energy optimisation and productivity gains.

‘I am delighted to be spearheading these market developments with a financier that really understands the industrial sector.’

Skagerlind brings wideranging experience to the post from Société Générale where he worked as Nordic sales manager for the industry market for five years. He has an in-depth understanding of the industrial assets as well as comprehensive experience in dealing with vendors and customers. Prior to joining Société Générale, he spent 10 years at GE Capital Equipment Finance in sales and managerial roles.

A LIFE ON THE OCEAN WAVE The LIA is organising a networking event on the water, which is planned as a great way to really get to know clients and colleagues away from the office environment. A welcome BBQ on the evening of 14 May, where teams will meet their skipper and check out the boat they’ll be sailing the next day. The LIA Challenge Cup is organised by, and for the lighting industry, and everyone is welcome. Previous sailing experience isn’t necessary, as a skipper and crew will be provided for each boat. Everyone will get the opportunity to take the helm and be part of the team sailing under instruction. Prices for the event start at £270 per person for LIA members or £1,600 per boat (maximum six occupants plus crew). Interested parties should register their interest with Jo Jackson at the LIA - joj@thelia.org.uk.

Power management company, Eaton’s Cooper Lighting and Safety has published its comprehensive Lighting Design Guide to help designers and architects find the right lighting solution for the right application.

The guide offers useful advice on how to design and install mains, interior and emergency lighting schemes, with detailed information on levels of illumination, energy efficiency and lighting regulations. The publication is available online and can be

downloaded free at: http:// bit.ly/LightingDesignGuide.

According to the company, uniformity and ratios of illuminance, glare, colour, room reflectance and energy efficiency are some of the criteria that should be taken into consideration when designing and installing an effective and

efficient lighting scheme.

The guide helps lighting designers fully meet such criteria, and create a comfortable and efficient illuminated space. It also provides useful advice on how to estimate a suitable level of illumination and comply with energy and building

regulation requirements.

In order to support lighting designers in finding comfortable and balanced lighting solutions for working environments, it also offers useful insight into a range of current lighting application standards and guides.

In addition, it includes

a section dedicated to the complex subject of emergency lighting that provides advice on how to effectively comply with fire safety legislation in a way that is visually acceptable and meets the user’s needs for ease of operation and maintenance.

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JUGGLING FOR FUN

Owner of Lamps and Lights, Denise Hatherly has a real passion for antique lighting We believe you trained as a surveyor.

What led you to choose that particular career path?

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he describes herself as ‘a wellorganised individual who also goes by the name of “Hatters”, so dichotomous I guess!’

Denise Hatherly is founder and director of Lamps and Lights, a one-stop Internet shop for lighting designers and restorers. Starting out as a surveyor learning to understand the needs of the construction industry, she detoured via antique furniture and a Cambridge-based Internet business to restoring antique lighting. Finding a gap in the market when trying to source good quality hardware, she finally decided to go it alone.

Since its launch in 2004, the company has grown steadily under Hatherly’s leadership; she combines excellent technical knowledge and artistic flair with insight into the needs of architects, designers, contractors and fitters to ensure that the company meets – and exceeds - expectation.

Among the company’s client list is interior designer, Linda Barker from TV’s 60Minute Makeover, the Royal Exchange Theatre, Houghton Hall and Musgrave Castle - and most recently, TV and film production studios.

Hatherly’s lighting can be seen on the BBC hit series, Downton Abbey, Jennifer Worth’s best-selling memoir; Call the Midwife, and period drama, Upstairs Downstairs.

DH: A great influence in my life is my mum. Her being an antique dealer, I spent a lot of my youth scouring local auction rooms for hidden treasures, and it was through this early introduction to surveyors that I felt it might be the kind of active job I would enjoy. After several years as a West End commercial surveyor, I realised London life was not for me after all, and I returned to my roots.

Coming from a family of antique dealers, you could have developed an interest in a number of different areas, so what was it about restoring antique lighting that drew you?

DH: A local antique lighting shop was a regular haunt of mine, which ignited my passion for beautiful period lighting, and having dealt in antique furniture for a number of years, creaking joints led me to pursue the ‘lighter’ option of restoring and selling antique lighting!

When and why did you decide to launch Lamps and Lights?

Has it proved easier than you initially thought to create a thriving business form your initial idea?

DH: Having found it extremely difficult and time consuming sourcing quality restoration lighting products in retail quantities, as opposed to wholesale, I

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realised there was a gap in the market. My initial intentions were never to create a large business, but not being afraid to explore new opportunities and challenges has led me to running a successful business.

I think you have to enjoy all the little pleasures in life so that when all joined up, you suddenly realise you’re really having quite a good time’

In general terms, who is your customer – the architect, lighting designer, contractor or end user?

DH: All of these, really. Approximately 25 per cent of our customers are architects and contractors, another 25 per cent are designers, with the remainder being end users and restorers.

Do you manufacture where necessary or is it possible to source everything from your supplier base?

DH: We don’t manufacture ourselves, and although it is possible to source many lines from our suppliers, increasingly we are enlisting the manufacture of unique products, made especially for us to meet the needs of our growing customer base.

What’s the hardest part of your role?

DH: Keeping all the necessary balls in the air to a manageable juggling number!

What’s the most popular product request for antique light fittings?

DH: All of our aged brass finishes are generally very popular, though products in our ceiling hooks and plates ranges are currently flying off the shelves.

And the most unusual?

DH: I’m not sure unusual is the word, but our Bits and Bobs range is quite sought after, with items such as sideentry tubes very hard to find elsewhere.

Is there a particular niche market that Lamps and Lights fulfils?

DH: Yes, traditionally anyone with a period building comes to us, but also anyone needing to re-create that authentic ‘pre-plastic’ look; from film, TV and theatre stage set designers to vintage shop front fit-outs.

What was the most difficult or challenging project you’ve undertaken, and why was that the case?

DH: Funnily enough, we are currently navigating the minefield of exporting electrical goods to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This is proving challenging, purely due to the amount of paperwork required, but it certainly is an exciting new avenue for us.

What are the pro’s and cons of antique versus new fittings?

DH: Our antique finish lighting offers the best of both worlds. New electrical safety requirements mean original antique fittings are often no longer an option, and so our aged-look products; complying with modern regulations, ensure our customers gain the look they require with the reassurance of today’s electrical standards.

What is your favourite light source? And why?

DH: Chandeliers, purely because of their glamour and sparkle - and who doesn’t like a little sparkle in their life?

What upcoming lighting technology excites you?

DH: Some of the emerging energy saving technology means customers won’t have to compromise on aesthetics when looking for low

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energy solutions.

Historically, lamp manufacturers have failed to create a beautiful yet efficient lamp. Designers like Samuel Wilkinson with the Plumen Bulb have shown there is a considerable market for this type of product.

Which project you’ve undertaken has given you the most satisfaction?

DH: Our collaboration with the ever lovely and handsome, Drew Pritchard has been really great. An architectural antiques restorer and star of the TV show, Salvage Hunters (though this could be questionable as Enzo [his dog] often takes centre stage and outshines him - sorry Drew!).

Most recently, we’ve worked with him for the opening of his flagship store in Liberty, London. It has been an absolute delight watching Drew scour every inch of the British Isles, sniffing out those hidden lost treasures (and yes, I do mean Drew and not Enzo this time). He literally has a sniffer dog nose for seeing the hidden beauty in all manner of obscure and discarded finds.

Working with his unique talent and sense of style, humour and craftsmanship has been really enjoyable for us all. It gives us great satisfaction to see our products used in such an imaginative way.

If you could choose a particular fitting (antique or new) to use anywhere, which and where would it be?

DH: Personally, I do love all the various shapes and sizes of prismatic shades. Their ribbed reflective properties, giving a diffused glow, cleverly enhance any location.

Who’s your ‘one to watch’ of up-and-coming lighting designers? What makes them stand out from the crowd for you?

DH: Here at Lamps and Lights we see a fantastic variety of designers for the trendiest bars, restaurants, shops and hotels, such as 44th Hill and Minale + Mann, but one in particular who stands out is Dara Huang of Design Haus Liberty, an architectural and design firm in Notting Hill.

As the daughter of a NASA scientist, Dara grew up in multicultural surroundings with an artistic

I love colour, and I do get a little bored of all the white and current trend for shades of grey’

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background, and her exuberant vitality shines in her work; their current projects look very exciting

What about art? Is there a particular artist, whose work you admire?

DH: I’m a keen supporter of the arts, but I am most connected to the tactility of sculpture, notably Mark Quinn, whose huge organic shell, Spiral of the Galaxy, I find uniquely beautiful. Rather closer to home of course, our very own creative consultant and designer, Hen Cox is also a 3D contemporary abstract artist; her East Coast works are a particular favourite of mine.

Some LDs feel they’re under pressure from their clients to use LEDs for every application, regardless of whether it’s the most suitable option. Do you feel LEDs can be used to replace every light source, or should we still be choosing the source depending on the job it has to do and regardless of the fitting housing it, regardless of ‘green’ credentials?

DH: You can most definitely ruin a light by simply using the wrong lamp!

However I do like to be green, and we really need more designer-inspired lighting solutions for lamps.

How do you feel about the increased use of colour in architectural lighting – both inside and out, it appears that buildings are currently being lit using colour almost as a matter of course?

DH: I think it’s great!

I love colour, and I do get a little bored of all the white and current trend for shades of grey.

Is there such a thing as an average working day for you, and can you provide an insight into your work life?

DH: Not really… I like to think of myself as an agile manager, being flexible in what I do to reflect what is most important for the business on a day-to-day basis.

What’s on the agenda for the rest of 2014?

DH: Currently, 90 per cent of our business is within the UK, so 2014 is the year for export. To this end, we have joined the program, Passport for Export with the UKTI and have also been enrolled by St Johns Innovation Centre, Cambridge into their GrowthAccelerator program as a high growth business.

We will also continue to extend our product lines to reflect our evergrowing contemporary range.

Without the aid of a crystal ball, what do you see as the future for you, and for Lamps and Lights over the next five years?

DH: The company has seen continued growth in the last five years, and so long as we keep the focus on our customers’ needs, I cannot see a reason that this should not continue - especially with the new overseas potential and the consistent help of my dedicated, loyal and hard working team.

What do you still want to achieve?

DH: To grow another arm, to juggle another ball?

What do you do for fun?

DH: Music and dance, food and drink (but not necessarily in that order). I’ve always been a keen skier, so I do look forward to hitting the slopes again. I think you have to enjoy all the little pleasures in life so that when all joined up, you suddenly realise you’re really having quite a good time.

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JOINED UP THINKING Philips and Ericsson have launched a connected LED street lighting model.

The partnership solves two issues cities are facing: providing improved network performance in urban areas and high quality, public lighting that is energy efficient. Philips and Ericsson combine the benefits of mobile connectivity and LED lighting in a ‘lightingas-a-service’ model that allows authorities to offer space within their connected lighting poles to network service providers for mobile broadband infrastructure.

Philips will offer street lighting that can include mobile telecoms equipment from Ericsson.

Mobile operators working with Ericsson for mobile broadband infrastructure will be able to rent space in the poles. In this way, mobile network operators will be able to improve data coverage

and capacity for citizens, resulting in enhanced mobile broadband services. The model also accelerates the payback time for city infrastructure, by making the up-front costs of installing and managing these systems more affordable, so reducing the strain on city budgets.

Frans van Houten, president and CEO of Philips, said: ‘This new connected LED street lighting model is another example of us bringing the ‘Internet of things’ to life, and demonstrates the capabilities of light beyond illumination.

‘We are offering lighting as a service that scales with a city’s needs and enables city officials to offer their citizens a more connected, energy efficient and safer urban environment, while preserving existing budgets and resources to improve the live-ability of their city.’

FRENCH TEST Pro-Lite Technology has announced the formation of a French subsidiary in Bordeaux, Pro-Lite Technology France SAS. Pro-Lite is a specialist in the field of photometry and light measurement, providing a complete solution to those wanting to measure the performance of lighting and display products, and test the optical properties of materials. It provides photonics products, optical materials and light measurement equipment, while its UK sister company, Photometric & Optical Testing Services provides independent measurement services, equipment hire and training in photometry and photo-biological safety.

Pro-Lite France will specialise in the supply of optical materials and photometric test equipment, including goniophotometers, integrating spheres, imaging colorimeters, radiometers and photometers.

The company will also supply spectrophotometers, BRDF scatterometers and diffuse reflectance optical PTFE materials and calibration standards.

Pro-Lite has appointed Jérôme Castay as sales and marketing manager of Pro-Lite France. He is a graduate of the Université de Bordeaux, with 12 years technical and commercial experience working in the French photonics and photometry markets.

Commenting on his appointment, Castay said: ‘I am delighted to be joining the Pro-Lite Group and to be bringing Pro-Lite›s products and services to the French market. The lighting market is experiencing a paradigm shift with the incorporation of more energy-efficient LED technology.

Light, boxed W&Co has supplied its FabriLite fabric-faced light-boxes to M&G Investments, an autonomous company within the Prudential group.

Its Central London office is now home to four large-format units.

The interchangeable fabric graphics have enabled the client to refresh and update images to reflect the brand and its continued sponsorship of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

W&Co is also continuing to work with M&G Real Estate following its rebranding in 201,3 which has so far involved applying a backlit vinyl mural design behind the reception desk, and adorning coffee points. Work is currently being undertaken to supply a new unit to the M&G office in Paris, and W&Co is looking forward to future orders from the company throughout Europe and further afield.

PAY-AS-YOU-GO MAINTENANCE Maintenance firm, Quicklight has reached a target to take care of commercial lighting and electrical services for 10,000 customer sites in the UK and Northern Ireland.

‘Over the last two years, we’ve seen a significant increase in demand for our proactive lighting maintenance service,’ explained commercial director, Richard McCabe. ‘Everything we do is geared towards providing the best level of service for our customers, making it easy for them to do business with us. This

winning formula has helped us attract new customers.’

Quicklight sends qualified engineers to its customers’ sites every eight weeks to change any lamps and fittings that have failed.

Facilities managers using its service only pay for the parts the engineers install; there is no call out fee or labour charge. The company’s simple ‘pay as you go’ business model removes the need for negotiating fixed term contracts, commonly used in the provision of maintenance services.

Quicklight recently announced it had added a thousand Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland Building Distribution sites (including Jewson) to its customer portfolio.

‘We’ve invested in people and technology to help us improve working efficiencies,’ added McCabe. ‘Our mobile workforce is now over 100-strong and is still growing.

We spend a great deal of time making sure our engineers are not only technically competent, but are also trained to provide an excellent level of customer care.’

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Cheers!

Low on energy, high on ambience - a winning combination for traditional pubs and high-end hotel bars

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reating the right ambience for a new bar can be tricky, especially if it’s part of a larger venue, such as a city centre hotel. Passing trade is mainly just that – passing – and without the help of expert designers creating clever lighting solutions, they can be a soulless place indeed.

Novotel London Blackfriars is a case in point: a stone’s throw from the South Bank, Tate Modern and St Paul’s Cathedral, the beautifully designed, contemporary venue is one of the most recent additions to the Accor portfolio of hotels in the capital.

Challenged with creating a sleek urbaninspired interior scheme, the team at Proof Consultancy specified bespoke Chelsom lighting throughout the public areas, designed to accentuate the hotel’s styling.

Chelsom produced striking customdesigned fixtures for the bar, restaurant and reception areas featuring varying designs of matt black shades using contemporary lines and shapes. A duo of five-armed pendants provide a dramatic statement above the bar; their black powder-coated frames support a contemporary styled cluster of cotton shades positioned at varying heights to create visual impact while maximising the light output.

The Blackpool-based team is also responsible for a lighting installation for the recent refurbishment of Brunton Hall in Musselburgh.Striking, custom-designed feature shades were created for the bar and lobby area of the state-of-the-art entertainment venue and theatre, run in conjunction with the East Lothian Council’s Arts Service.

A series of four turquoise double-cylinder shades was supplied for the bar seating area in addition to various wave pendant shades complete with opal bottom diffusers and contrasting lining, which were used to create a statement lighting centrepiece above the main bar area.

A nine-metre long bar made with Lucem light transmitting concrete lit with thousands of individually-controlled LED lights synchronised to the bar’s music

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VIP DRAMATICS

A duo of five-armed pendants provide a dramatic statement above the bar’

When you open a bar and club in one of the most upscale hotels in a city famed for its nightlife, it has to be special. The team that launched the Boutiq Ultra Lounge in Dubai scoured a couple of continents, drawing inspiration from the hottest spots in the US and Europe before they opened the venue, having retained the services of lighting designer, Michael Meacham of iDesign Productions in Miami, to create the perfect ambience.

Meacham, who has a long list of outstanding international work to his credit, did not disappoint with stunning individual fittings from floor to vaulted ceiling greet visitors. The venue has a VIP area - the private, sophisticated room overlooking the stage and DJ booth is lit using Chauvet’s DJ Intimidator Beam LED 350 fittings.

‘I wanted something to lend a smooth touch to the lounge – something a little softer, because offering this area as a counterpoint to the dance floor was a critical part of creating a complete club experience at the Boutiq Ultra Lounge,’ said Meacham.

‘At the same time though, I also wanted something with the punch to convey a sense of excitement in the lounge with gobos, split beams and other elements.’

The six Intimidators fit the bill perfectly for Meacham. ‘I am very fond of the Intimidator Beam,’ he said. ‘I use it at clubs all the time and it performs flawlessly. I run it with a GrandMa console, put it through all the paces and it does a great job.

‘I want to run LED fixtures like this in a club, because the lights are on long hours a day, seven days a week, so the long life and low power draw are important – but of course, the light has to be powerful enough to do the job.

With the high output of the Intimidator fixtures, brightness is not an issue.’

At the Boutiq Ultra Lounge, Meacham also used the Intimidator Beam to highlight architectural details. ‘The lounge is a very distinctive space, with interesting wooden slab-like structures breaking it up, and a large chandelier overhead,’ he explained. ‘I wanted to dramatise these features, so I used the Intimidator to highlight them. The fixtures worked perfectly in this regard, just as they did with everything else I wanted from them; they played a big part in the success of this design.’

PINT-PULLING ENERGY

Closer to home, award-winning pub operator, Maclay Inns has embarked on a programme to upgrade the lighting in its 28 pubs and inns, choosing LED lighting from Philips in a bid to ensure that nothing more than overheads are lost as a result.

Once complete, the project will have reduced the installed lighting load across the estate by 109kW, with whopping financial savings in excess of £50,000 a year.

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performance, and identified the lighting as an area where we could make significant financial, energy and carbon savings,’ recalled Maclay’s commercial manager, Neil Paisley. ‘Our energy consultant advised us to talk to Market LED in Falkirk, who presented us with a number of options.

‘It was clear that Philips offered the best combination of quality, reliability, and on going support,’ he added.

“The situation varies from one site to another, but we expect most to achieve a payback within one year, based on energy savings alone. ‘We didn’t include maintenance savings in the payback calculations, so that’s an added bonus,’ enthused Paisley.

The Trunk Bar

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However, as UK sales manager for Market LED, Sandy Hepburn explained: ‘This wasn’t just about energy savings. It was equally important to maintain the ambiance of every unique bar and restaurant.

‘We had to get the right mix of quality, energy saving, colour temperature and dimming to meet Maclay’s objectives. Philips LED lamps met every criterion.’

The project entailed retrofitting most of the halogen and tungsten luminaires using Philips Master LED lamps. Initially these were installed in one bar so that the ambient lighting could be assessed. A second site was then upgraded to LED lighting and smart metering was used to measure lighting energy usage over a six-week period, to confirm that the projected energy savings would be achieved. On the back of this success, a rollout programme was initiated across the rest of the estate.

A range of lamps has been used in the project to meet the varying lighting requirements of each site. These included 6W GU10; 10W MR16; 4W Candle & Lustre and Master LED Bulbs. Wherever possible, the MR16 low voltage halogen luminaires were replaced using CoreLine LED Spots with Master LED 6W GU10 lamp, alleviating any potential transformer issues.

Working closely with Maclay, electrical contractor Nimmo Electrical enabled adjustments to be made to the dimming systems for smooth, flicker-free lighting.

‘Faced with rising energy costs, we are continually appraising our energy

EXTREME ILLUMINATION

The exceptional design of Hamburg’s Hotel Radisson Blu makes it an ideal stopover for demanding business travellers and tourists.

With the rejuvenation of its stylish watering hole, ‘The Room’, Hamburg gained a new talking point: a nine-metre long bar made with Lucem - light transmitting concrete lit with thousands of individually-controlled LED lights synchronised to the bar’s music.

A modernisation and reorganisation of the space had been planned by designer, Frank B Theuerkauf, with the aim to develop a contemporary crowd puller.

The focus has led to a stylish, atmospheric layout, with completely new dimensions.

For this, Theuerkauf used breath-taking highlights, such as the bar and one wall completely covered with backlit Lucem panels. Behind them are LED spots, installed at 15cm intervals, and controlled using PC software. Static colours, colour changes, and even moving light shows are possible.

In total, 40sqm of Lucem Line has been installed, simply framed in steel and using natural stone silicone for fixing.

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EFFICIENCY TIMETABLE

Virgin Trains discovers the energy saving potential of LEDs for it’s transport hubs

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We know how committed Virgin is to reducing its energy consumption and maintenance costs, and strongly believe our LED products will most certainly help them to achieve their goals

ndy Cross, Virgin Trains’ business support director explained: ‘We want the experience our customers have at stations to match the great environment on our trains. Replacing the existing lighting units at stations saves carbon and improves the overall ambience. But improved reliability also frees up valuable time for our maintenance staff to attend to other issues affecting our customers.’

The LED products, which are manufactured by AVA’s sister company, Novah, and will be installed in a number of different locations, include T8 tube lights, lamps and panel lamps, as well as the company’s Ellipse range of down-lights and panels. The solution includes microwave-dimming technology in both tubes and panels, for on site safety and extended product life. Facilities management firm, Lorne Stewart, which selected the products on behalf of Virgin Trains and is responsible for the installation, is confident the chosen products are perfect for Virgin’s requirements.

AVA’s LED downlight, which will be predominantly used across the sites, was developed and designed on behalf of the Department of Energy and Climate Change. Craig Lewis, chief executive of AVA Lights, said: ‘After working with Virgin Trains last year on several initial projects, we’re delighted to have been offered this prestigious lighting refurbishment contract. We know how committed Virgin is to reducing its energy consumption and maintenance costs, and strongly believe our LED products will most certainly help them to achieve their goals.’

In the latest phase of the project, AVA-branded LED lighting products have been used to light parts of Birmingham International station and Stafford’s station car park. The next planned roll out of LED fittings will continue until the middle of 2014.

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BRIGHTER, LIGHTER HOMES maintain, requiring regular maintenance and repairs.

It was also costly to run, with all lights operating at full power 24-hours a day, 365-days a year, despite some areas benefitting from good levels of natural daylight.

Commulite was chosen for two key reasons; the system is maintenance free, and it has the flexibility to adjust lighting levels according to location and time of day. The contract included supply of 320 fittings, set to run at between 4 and 14W. Motion detectors allow corridor lights to reduce power when vacant, and stairwell lights are controlled by an automated solar clock feature that adjusts lighting up times according to the time of year.

‘The net result is improved lighting levels throughout the building, and residents are happier as energy is no longer being visibly wasted powering lights that don’t need to be on,’ commented James Baldwin, sales manager at Commulite.

South Essex Homes expects to reduce lighting bills by up to 75 per cent by brightening up an eight-storey social housing block in Southendon-Sea, with communal and emergency LED lighting supplied by Commulite.

Barringtons was built in the 1990s and offers high quality social accommodation. The lighting system, based on 28W fluorescent fittings, was becoming increasingly expensive to operate and

A GOOD (RETRO)FIT Harvard Engineering has introduced a retrofit driver solution for fluorescent lighting to its CoolLED range.

The CLS80 low profile, high voltage driver is available in non-dim and DALI touch dim variants, with up to 94 per cent efficiency. Delivering up to 80W of power, the driver is an ideal LED retrofit solution for saving energy in T5 and T8 luminaires. Steven Brigg, senior engineer at Harvard commented: ‘Our new CLS80 driver offers a flexible and efficient solution for replacing traditional T5 or T8 fluorescent lighting in many applications.’

The CLS80 driver is compatible with Harvard’s LEDeng range of light engines, to provide a complete LED energy saving lighting solution.

Russell Fletcher, sales and marketing director, added: ‘We have designed the CLS80 driver to be compatible with our standard LEDeng light engines to ensure our customers are provided with the complete LED solution they require.’

Helping make things better benefit

Norlux’ LED design services for OEMs have been highlighted with the introduction of a line of light engines by Thomas Research Products (TRP).

TRP has offered a broad range of standard LED drivers plus LED light engines, but not a comprehensive line. The company turned to Norlux for its extensive record of success in developing custom DC LED modules. Norlux created eight families of standard light engines for TRP, ready to drop into existing luminaires. Depending on the model, colour temperature options range from 2700K to 5000K, most with a CRI of 83 or better. Each LED board can be matched to a complementary TRP driver for a total packaged solution.

Three linear engines will be available. The 22.0” and 11.0” linear boards are ideal for standard troffer configurations integrating into new or retrofit applications. The narrow 22.7” linear board is thinner and more flexible, best utilised for undercabinet, cove and sign lighting applications. Round 3”, 3.7” and 4.7” diameter light engines will integrate with commercial or residential down-lights. A square 10.2” fingerboard module provides superior light uniformity for surface mounted, recessed or suspended office luminaires. The cost-effective design eliminates excess FR4 board, while for use in outdoor applications, a 7.00” rectangular canopy light engine was fabricated to bring brighter, more energy efficient LED light to petrol stations, parking garages and area lighting.

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Lighting manufacturer ELR, has been awarded the prestigious iF product design award for the Vasari LED Module.

For 60 years, the iF product design award has been an internationally recognised label for award-winning design and the iF brand has become a symbol for

outstanding achievements in design, and Vasari was chosen for the award from 3,249 entries.

‘We are delighted that Vasari has been acknowledged for this esteemed award; this is the first iF design award ELR has received, proving how

hard our design team work to create the most innovative products in the LED lighting market,’ said Stanley Ong, CEO. The deep recessed LED module offers a glarefree experience without compromising performance, according to ELR. The

fixed or gimbal mounting mechanism is designed to be fitted after installation, and has a finish that can be painted.

‘The Vasari is one of the most interesting products we have seen, its distinctive design and versatile features and functionality

have received extremely positive feedback from our customers,’ commented James Nelson, MD, GreenLux Lighting. ‘We are proud to be the exclusive distributor for ELR in the UK and Dubai, and it’s great to see their products are receiving the recognition they deserve.’

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he latest milestone in the young life of the LED has been achieved, and we should record it for posterity before the next demand is made on this new and exciting technology.

The ability to dim, smoothly and without flicker, has been the Holy Grail of lighting designers since the LED’s virtual inception, and its subsequent inability to play ball has caused much wailing and gnashing of teeth.

Craig Lewis, CEO of LED lighting manufacturer, Novah explained: ‘When dimming LED lighting products, two of the main objectives are to eliminate flicker caused by a power mismatch at the bottom end of the dimmer controller, and to ensure smooth dimming, without the step flicker that many devices can suffer from as a change in dimming takes place.

‘These elements must be considered at the design stage of the lamp, however can also be modified to a certain extent, by the dimmer controller itself.’

Of course, it’s not all about looks – heaven forbid we’re that shallow. The ability to dim LEDs means still less energy use (I know, at this rate the energy suppliers will be paying the consumers!), and of course, the potential for a longer life as running at say, 70 per cent, means the module should last longer. Tom Harrison, MD of award-winning manufacturer, MHA Lighting suggests things have gone a stage further still.

‘There has been a revolution in lighting controls technology - from dimmers and sensors, to Internet addressability,’ he explained.

‘The latest dimming technology is making it easier to put the right light in the right place, at the right time. ‘The best part is that dimming controls can deliver dramatic savings and superb functionality for the client. Integrating intelligent controls, such as dimmers, into a lighting scheme is such a change to what people used to expect from their lighting. Yes, you can increase energy savings with the clever use of dimmers, but dimming lights is not just about energy saving – it is also about increasing functionality for the end user.

Driver technology is constantly improving and evolving, and capable LED lighting manufacturers are developing new dimming solutions that allow LEDS to dim right down to nought per cent, without flicker.

‘Until recently, LED struggled to compete for light output with older technologies such as halogen, CFL, and

VIVA LA REVOLUTION! So, shall we eliminate flicker, drive down energy use – or can we now combine the two as we strive for Utopia?

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There has been a revolution in lighting controls technology - from dimmers and sensors, to Internet addressability’

HID,’ said Harrison, ‘but this has changed as LED technology offers new advantages and functionality. In fact most lighting designers and buyers are now designing their schemes around LEDs, not just because of low energy consumption, but because of their functional flexibility.’

LEDs are inherently dimmable, and that functionality coupled with improvements in the capabilities of drivers, is being harnessed by companies like MHA, to provide intelligent, bespoke solutions.

Back in 2009, MHA started working with Manchester Airport Group (MAG) to reach its carbon neutral commitment by 2015.

As part of the on-going project, MHA has replaced metal halide fittings in the airport’s Terminal Two, with High Bay TiLites.

Harrison explained: ‘The team at MHA are highly skilled at integrating intelligent electronics firmware and software into our

CASE STUDY Novah was commissioned to replace the existing dimmable fluorescent tube technology with state-of-the-art dimmable LED light panels in Virgin Trains’ control room.

It is common in control rooms for lighting levels to be variable, depending on personal preference and daylight levels. Novah has found most operators like to work with low light levels, as it aids concentration and reduces eyestrain when constantly viewing screens. The main problem the team faced was enabling the panels to dim while ideally using the existing infrastructure and wiring. For a small quantity of panels, using traditional trailing edge dimmer technology would be viable, however, there is a limit to the amount of watts that can be loaded onto dimmer controllers - from 250W up to 1kW. The other problem was the lowest wattage that can be loaded onto the controller; it is usually 40W – which would be one 41W panel. As there are a large number of panels in the control room, and all required to be controlled by one switch, it was to use 0-10V dimming technology. This requires the panels to be driven by a 0-10V dimmable driver.

The major benefit of this dimming technology, according to Novah CEO, Craig Lewis, ‘is an altogether more stable platform, and one which is unlimited in terms of the number of panels t hat can be controlled from one switch’.

Each panel is powered individually from the mains feed, and the dimming level control is fed from the 0-10V dimmer controller. A low voltage cable feeds each panel’s dimmable driver, so when the controller is outputting 0V, the panels are on one per cent light output, yet when the dimmer controller is on 5V, the panels are running at roughly 50 per cent output.

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lighting. These High Bay TiLites have been supplied with PIR sensors and bespoke dimming controls that work seamlessly alongside MAG’s building management system, which in turn works alongside Air Traffic Control’s technology.

‘This means that they can do clever things like dim the lights to just 20 per cent when the concourse is empty, but automatically switch the lights back on to full when ATC indicates an aircraft has landed.

The most popular way of dimming LEDs to date has been through the use of DALI and 1-10V drivers. ‘However,’ explained Russell Fletcher, of Harvard Engineering, ‘while these early generation control systems do provide energy savings, they can be difficult to commission and install, requiring the assistance of specialist engineers. Once installed, the controls are difficult to alter, and can be ill suited to the changing occupancy patterns of modern buildings.’

Therefore the opportunity for an easyto-install total control and management system for indoor lighting is huge. Harvard recognised this opportunity and developed EyeNut. ‘EyeNut provides an easy-to-install solution, which gives users complete control of their indoor lighting, cutting carbon emissions and energy use,’ said Fletcher.

Importantly, the system is simple to retrofit

to existing LED lighting or alongside a new scheme.The system is accessed via a computer, smartphone. Users can import an image of the building layout and map all light points onto the image. From this, lighting groups are created, controlled and managed, with users able to create dimming schedules, see any faults within the system, and access energy consumption reports and data output.

Looking to the future, what’s next for the little lamp that’s changing the world?

Guy Simmonds, head of sustainable solutions at Lutron, said: ‘The evolution of light sources and the adoption of RF controls are going to be two of the major developments that I see having a very strong influence on the world of lighting control in the near future.

‘RF (radio frequency) technology is coming to the fore now in lighting control, as the energy consumption of existing building stock can be significantly reduced via the retrofitting of wireless light control solutions. ‘We are seeing its adoption in both residential and commercial applications, thanks to the ease of installation of RF lighting control solutions, and its ability to link zones together seamlessly and quickly. However, an in-depth understanding of evolving LED technologies is required to ensure that control of those sources gives the highest level of dimming performance, as we’ve grown to expect from traditional lamps.

CON TACT Novah www.novah.co.uk Harvard Engineering www.harvardeng.com MHA Lighting www.mhalighting.com Lutron www.lutron.com

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Richard Hayward, lead marketing manager for Legrand’s wiring devices business, discusses the advantages of LED dimming for both improving aesthetic lighting choices, and delivering increased energy efficiency and lifecycle benefit

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EDs have finally moved out of the realm of Christmas lights and display cabinets and into the mainstream, bringing with them opportunities to reduce energy bills, dramatically cut a building’s carbon footprint and provide a fit-and-forget lighting solution that will not need to be replaced for years.

Those energy efficiency and service life benefits have made LEDs a popular choice for both commercial buildings and domestic dwellings, with facilities managers benefitting from the near zero maintenance requirements, and IKEA recently announcing that it will only sell LED-based lighting products by 2016. The problem is that all this emphasis on energy efficiency has overshadowed any focus on design and aesthetics, with many LED lamps still providing a very harsh, static light that cannot adapt to the different personal tastes or the varied uses of individual rooms.

Bringing dimming into the equation would not only fix this cosmetic issue, but could also enhance the energy efficiency benefits of LEDs. However, common misconceptions about the difficulty of dimming LEDs often prevent dimming from being incorporated into the lighting design.

So let’s be clear: dimming for LEDs is perfectly possible - either as part of a lighting control system-based lighting design, or as a conventional lighting installation – it just requires an LEDspecific approach.

QUALITY COUNTS

One of the biggest misconceptions about LEDs is that they cannot be dimmed to zero: this is simply not true. Or, rather, it’s not always true. The dimming capability of an LED depends on the LED unit and, while most will not dim to zero, some will.

As with most elements of lighting design, there is a price premium attached to a higher quality product, and for most applications dimming to zero is not required – after all, if the light needs to be dimmed to zero, an off button might be the most useful approach! In fact, the dimming range for LEDs varies from unit to unit, and it’s essential that specifiers not only define the dimming range they need when designing a lighting scheme, but also that they select a product that can meet that criteria.

From there, it’s a matter of working with a wiring accessories specialist that can meet their needs with dimmer drivers that will offer dimming functionality within the tailored range required.

Legrand has developed LED dimmer drivers for both the Arteor and Vantage building automation systems, and also offers Radio/ZigBee LED-compatible

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dimmers and Arteor wiring accessories with integral LED compatible dimmers.

The dimmer driver can be set to meet the dimming parameters required by the lighting designer – provided the chosen LED unit is compatible with those requirements – so, for example, the dimmer driver might provide dimming down to 30 per cent of the fitting’s lighting capability. Individual dimming profiles can be set for each lighting unit to enhance flexibility and design choices, so, for example, a dimmer switch that controls four loads may be set to provide a different dimming range for each one.

This flexibility is great news for consumers because it means that dimmable LED lighting is available to all, not just for homes and offices that have building automation systems. It’s also great news for lighting designers as it means that LEDbased schemes can match the aesthetics and functionality of conventional lighting.

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The benefits of LED dimming are not purely aesthetic, however. Like most artificial light sources, LEDs lose some of their performance over time, as is the case with fluorescent light sources. If they are used at full capacity from day one of installation, this means that the brightness they produce will be substantially reduced by the time they reach the last third of their service life.

At that point, the lumen levels provided may not be sufficient for adequate working or ambient light for the space if this is not taken into consideration at the design stage.

In a domestic setting, where the required lumens level is not as critical and there are only a small number of fittings, this may not be a major issue. In a commercial setting, however, reduced light output from multiple light sources is a maintenance issue that can be avoided with dimming technology.

The answer is to implement a constant illuminance system, where the maximum amount of artificial light provided by the LEDs is limited to the maintained level required for each area. So, for example, an office may need 70 per cent of the LED units’ lighting capacity as its maximum requirement, so the dimming range profile might be set at 10-70 per cent, and the lights would operate at 70 per cent capacity when undimmed.

Where this is implemented, the building not only saves 30 per cent of the energy required to power the LEDs, but the occupier or FM has the flexibility to pre-set the dimming range as the units age and their lighting output becomes compromised, maintaining constant illuminance by

utilising the spare capacity in the LED. This maximises the service life of the unit and reduces the maintenance burden.

Dimming also provides energy efficiency benefits when used in combination with daylight harvesting and, while the savings are reduced with LEDs compared to conventional fluorescent lighting because the energy consumption is lower, this remains the most environmentally responsible approach.

COLLABORATIVE DEVELOPMENT

LED technology has matured and, along with it, so too has market acceptance, but there is still work to be done. Legrand is working with LED manufacturers to test the dim-ability of its units before taking them to market, and lighting designers must work with electrical consultants to explore what’s really achievable with LEDs too.

We are now at a stage where LEDs can offer the same dimming characteristics as conventional light sources; the only proviso is in specifying the right components to achieve the required results.

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Inspired by 1930s glass switches our range of clear sockets and switches encompass all the modern features you would expect from a range manufactured to the highest quality in the UK. They have 3mm bevelled transparent acrylic plates. The plates fit flush to the wall and give the illusion that the wallpapered or painted wall runs seamlessly behind the switch plate.

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COUNT THE COST The Energy Efficiency Financing Scheme’s head of green financing, Darren Riva shares an idea to seize energy savings with green lighting

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With the implementation of energy efficient luminaries and lighting controls, businesses in the hospitality sector can turn that waste into energy savings that help boost their bottom line. 3 Upgrading standard light bulbs to compact fluorescent lamps (CFL) or LED can result in at least 70 per cent reduction of energy usage, in addition to the benefit of increased lamp life span. 4 Despite the potential monetary

gains, many are still hesitant to make green investments, mainly due to a lack of initial capital and restrictive access to finance from traditional sources.

In recent years, businesses have experienced difficulty accessing affordable bank finance as banking institutions continue to pursue tight lending criteria.

In 2011, recognising the market need for affordable financing solutions that could enable green investments without depleting businesses’ own capital, Siemens Financial Services Limited (SFS) launched the EEF scheme in cooperation with the Carbon Trust.

The scheme is designed to provide finance for organisations acquiring energy-efficient equipment, with affordable monthly payments designed

The study shows that every year, the hospitality sector overspends by more than £40m on lighting bills due to inefficient lighting’ Notes: 1 Carbon Trust, Hospitality: Sector Overview 1 Carbon Trust, Hospitality: Sector Overview 1 Carbon Trust, EEF scheme analysis: overspending on energy bills 1 Carbon Trust, Lighting Guide

to match – and be offset by – the average monthly savings on energy bills. In some cases, the monthly energy savings can be greater than the monthly finance payments, allowing the business to be cash positive from day one.

Before taking up the offer, an energy-saving assessment is conducted by specialists from the Carbon Trust, giving businesses the assurance that the expected carbon reduction, and financial savings over time, will match or exceed the finance payments.

The scheme covers a wide range of technologies, from low energy lighting and biomassheating to solar photovoltaics, low carbon airconditioning and energy-efficient motors, amongst others.

Nailcote Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club in Solihull, is a good example of how the EEF scheme can benefit businesses within the hospitality sector.

Through the conversion of 670 halogen light fittings to LED replacements, an initial £30,000 investment now brings an annual savings of up to £14,000, and the project has a payback period of two-and-a-half years. As the monthly payments are less than

the monthly energy savings achieved by the new lighting, the hotel has been cash positive from the very start of the project.

The EEF scheme has also enabled the hotel to install a 100kW biomass boiler, which additionally helps to reduce its heating costs. With electricity costs continuing to chart an upward trend, businesses which seize the potential energy savings enabled by green technologies will no doubt secure themselves a competitive advantage over their peers. In doing so, they are also reducing the environmental impact of their businesses, while improving the working environment for their staff.

With the introduction of the EEF scheme, large capital expenditure is no longer a prerequisite for green investments.

Businesses in the hospitality sector can now afford to upgrade their lighting as well as other equipment to more energy efficient alternatives, without being limited by their available capital budget.

CON TACT For more information on the EEF scheme, please visit: www.energyefficiencyfinancing.co.uk

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he argument about LED’s is won, isn’t it? As with all new ideas and technologies, prices are falling but not to rock-bottom. The ‘cheap-as-chips’ LED lights are proving to be a short-lived phenomenon, because quality really does count if you want to deliver the energy savings and reliability that your customers are looking for. But what do you have to look out for, to be sure of quality and performance?

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

FIT AND FORGET

LED lighting: looking good and performing well, according to Andy Douglas, MD of Timeguard

While the main advantage of LEDs is cited as their energy efficiency, the quality of light emitted is important too, especially now the technology is being used in our homes and offices. You need to understand how to measure, or describe, the performance.

We all started out by quoting power ratings: 8W, 16W etc. These are numbers that everyone thinks they understand, but they do not tell the full story. Of more relevance than Wattage is the measure of Lumens (luminous flux), the light perceived by the human eye.

Luminous efficacy is measured in Lumens per Watt. Even here you have to be a bit careful, because some products give the LED output and ignore the light loss in the fitting. For instance, poorly designed lenses and reflectors can substantially reduce the emitted light. We design using sophisticated software to optimise the shapes of the lens and the reflector, giving both high light output and good light coverage.

Of course, at the end of the day, the end user just wants to know how the light will perform in situ. The quality of light emitted by LEDs can vary: no one really wants the stark glare of a light, which is no more than an intense LED array. Look for units with lenses and LED layouts that are designed to create a more even light, and products where the LED’s are laid out to resemble those in the types of lamps customers’ are used to.

Of course, an LED lamp requires a lot more than the diodes – there is also a driver and a heat sink, and the all-important PIR presence and motion detectors. The quality of these components is as important as that of the diode in building a long-lasting product. For instance, relatively few PIRs on the market are actually rated to switch LEDs, which, despite their low rating, do generate a significant spike in switching.

While LED lights remain remarkably cool in use they do emit heat, and - if it is not dissipated, by cooling fins for instance this heat may shorten the life of the unit.

Nevertheless the lower heat output of LEDs has enabled engineers to design highly attractive compact designs. Remember: very cheap is rarely very cheerful. The most economical lighting of all is the lighting made from quality components, which can be fitted and forgotten, and that usually means a trusted brand name.

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Danlers 01249 443377 | www.danlers.co.uk Don’t be left in the Dark New ‘Step Down’ Illuminance Controls from DANLERS DANLERS have launched a range of PIR Occupancy Switches with ‘Step Down’ illuminance for dimmable ballasts with 1-10VDC input. Ideal for use in stairwells, warehouses, washrooms, car parks etc, when energy saving is required together with a permanent lower level of illuminance for additional security and peace of mind. These easy to install controls switch lights ON to 100% when an area is occupied, then when non-occupied will switch the ballast to a preset LOWER LIGHT LEVEL (variable from 10% - 100%) via an easy to access adjustment spindle.

The adjustable time lag function controls the time that must elapse, with no further movement detected before switching to the lower light level. An ‘inhibit on’ photocell prevents lights from switching on when an area is entered with plenty of ambient light. DANLERS range of ‘Step Down’ Illuminance controls includes flush mounted versions for false or plasterboard ceilings, a surface mounted version for solid ceilings and an IP66 rated surface mounted version.

The ‘Step Down’ range is UK manufactured and is backed with a 5 year warranty.

Exled 01453 756361| www.exled.co.uk Nebula 70 Watt Silver Linear Fitting Exled’s contemporary Nebula 70 Watt in a die cast aluminium silver casing.

The Nebula 70W provides exceptional energy savings combined with a long life and has a high lumen output of 4600. Available in cool white at 6,000 Kelvin the light is evenly distributed. This LED fixture is extremely strong, resilient and hard-wearing, and its versatility makes is suitable for a multitude of overhead applications both internal and external. It is a perfect lighting solution for supermarkets, hospitals, sports centers, canopies and shelters. This linear fitting is easy to install as it is supplied with both a wire suspension and saddle fixings. Call us today to see how our expert advisors can help your trust make the switch to LED lighting. We provide onsite surveys, return on investment calculations and Relux lighting plots to help support the purchasing decision process.

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LED bulkhead lights Timage have responded to the ever increasing demand for low energy lighting by launching a new LED bulkhead light range.

The models vary from 8 Watts through to 18 Watts and offer a considerable energy saving when compared to their traditional bulb counterparts. Available finishes include natural brass, which will weather with time, and chrome plated brass. Being made entirely from pressure die cast brass, these bulkhead lights are ideal for use in coastal developments where corrosion would plague most fittings. These new LED bulkhead lights can be seen first hand at the May Design Series at London’s ExCel, 18th - 20th May, stand I98.

Illuma +44 (0) 1332 818 200 | www.illuma.co.uk Illuma Extend Award Winning ROTASPOT Range The award winning Rotaspot is the latest addition to Illuma’s spotlight range. The industries response to this versatile and flexible new product has already seen it win the award for Best Innovation at The Lighting Design Awards. This contemporary luminaire incorporates the latest LED technology for high impact and low maintenance, while its 355˚ rotating body provides both versatility and flexibility for any retail or commercial environment. Available in 2000lm, 3000lm and 4500lm, with a variety of beam angles, mounting options, colour temperatures and dimmable options. These are all supported by Illuma’s renowned 5 year guarantee.

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MATHS LESSON

1 school + 50 sensors = 80% saving as Suffolk’s Royal Hospital School opts for a new lighting control solution

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n a bid to counter rising energy costs and provide an energy efficient model for the future, the Board of directors at The Royal Hospital School, Holbrook, Suffolk wanted to automate the lighting control within certain areas of the school, where historically lights were left burning for long periods, often unnecessarily.

German manufacturer, BEG (Bruck Electronic GmbH) specified a new energy efficient lighting control solution for the school, which was established by Royal charter in 1715 to educate the sons (and later, daughters) of seafarers.

After an extensive lighting site survey

by BEG, conventional switches have been

replaced with 50 Luxomat two-channel occupancy sensors. These detectors switch on light, heating, and ventilation only when required.

The sensor is a motion detector designed specifically for ceiling mounting, which has an optical system covering 360°. It is high resolution and ideal for a school environment, where most of the activity in a classroom, for example, occurs when pupils are sitting down.

In addition to movement, the presence detector also senses both daylight and artificial light, and controls the overall brightness levels. If it is higher than the required luminous intensity, the artificial lighting is turned off even though movement is present. It automatically switches on if not enough daylight is available. The artificial light can be adjusted to meet pre-determined brightness levels.

Being remote-controllable means The Royal Hospital School will save money on maintenance costs for the future too. The Luxomat system was installed in classrooms, changing rooms, corridors and several other circulation areas, and is due to be rolled out to other areas, including pupils’ dormitories during this summer.

Located on the banks of the River Stour, the Royal Hospital School has strong naval traditions and connections with the British Royal Family. King George VI laid the foundation stone at Holbrook when he was the Duke of York in 1928, and HRH Prince Andrew has been a regular visitor to the school since 1992.

Paul Jones, BEG. UK director, said: ‘BEG is delighted to have met the lighting control requirements of such a prestigious school that is steeped in history, with a long association with both the Royal Navy and the British Royal Family.

‘The school stands to make significant savings in energy consumption thanks to the installation of the Luxomat in key circulation areas. The occupancy sensors will enable the Royal Hospital School to become a more energy efficient school, while allowing it to reduce its carbon footprint at the same time.’

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EASTERN GLOW Lighting Japan 2014 saw 14,322 visitors from around the world gather to view the three specialist shows for LED/OLED lighting manufacturing technologies, LED/OLED lighting fixtures, and lighting design.

Figures include: 363 exhibitors, 31.7% overseas,14,322 visitors, and 63 seminars. In terms of exhibitors, global giants of the lighting industry, such as Philips, Osram, and GE were in evidence as exhibitors, in addition to many major players in the LED/OLED lighting manufacturing technologies from Europe and the US.

Within the event, Design Lighting Tokyo featured innovative prototypes using advanced lighting technologies. New events included Bridge, a special installation showcasing a selected collection of European lighting brands, and Next Lighting, for newly launched manufacturers and designers. By gathering LED/OLED manufacturing technologies, and innovative design together, the show generated great synergy and mutual influence, which, it’s believed by the organiser, could result in accelerated technical innovation and new forms of collaboration.

LIGHT AS ART Photographic artist Christopher Kennedy presented three large-scale pieces, printed on aluminum panels at Photo Independent in Los Angeles. Kennedy has enjoyed early success with commissions from international hotels in Dubai and Chicago, and is building an impressive list of private collectors in the UK, US and South America. His current work is an exploration of photo luminism, and a technique he developed, which plays on the effects of motion on multi-coloured light sources. The challenge he set himself was to show how startlingly beautiful light can be: to capture the imagination and evoke a sense of awe and wonder, stimulating thought and conversation.‘Art should make a bold, fresh statement – it should be outspoken,’ he said.

Fashion with flair Lighting designer, Nick Gray brought imagination and flair to London Fashion Week AW14, designing for Somerset house, plus a number of high profile off-site shows.

In the main showspace, Marios Schwab and Vivienne Westwood were just two of many shows to which he applied the magic of illumination.

For Marios Schwab, the creative starting point was an image from US photographer, Hank Walker’s dramatic Drag Racing series - a starkly beautiful black and white image of classic cars with the headlights on, that was used on the show’s invite. Gray installed two 10K Laco fresnels at the runway entrance/exit. The giant vintage housings set the retro image, and the bulbs were downgraded to 2Ks so they could be run through the conventional show dimmers, and positioned on stands behind an angled smoked Perspex sheet. The runways were lit with around 200 ETC Source Four Profiles on overhead trusses, plus a front array of 40 more above the media platform, dimmed by around 50 per cent to give a warmer hue. Lines of electronic candles – supplied by Schwab’s team – were placed along the floor adjacent to the runway.

For Vivienne Westwood’s show, which followed Marios Schwab, the whole rig was run in tungsten to warm up the space. Jasper Conran at the Saatchi Gallery was staged in one of the first floor galleries.

A centre run of trussing above the runaway was rigged with 82 ETC Source Fours with various lenses plus a front array of another 18.

Twenty-four 1K fresnels lit the audience and added visual interest, and the design featured eight studio Pantograph fittings rigged to scaff barrel running horizontally across the perimeter trusses. Four of these were fitted with photofloods and four with Acclaim fresnels.

UP ON THE ROOF Northampton-based Stage Right has been using EMTO’s LED screens on a number of recent theatre productions, including Jack & The Beanstalk staged at the 1000-seater Deco Theatre in Northampton. Stage Right’s

Kevin Roach commented: ‘I use EMTO whenever we need specialist LED screen elements for our shows and events. The products are really reliable and EMTO’s service and back up is excellent.’

Two elements of EMTO screen

– indoor and outdoor - were used on this production: inside, a 7x12m LED pros arch was constructed from 20 mm LED panels, fed with video content stored on a laptop running Cue Lab. The images played a

powerful role in the show’s narrative and complimented the stage lighting. ‘The whole LED pros concept really worked well,’ enthused Roach.

‘It is something we will look at doing again.’

Stage Right also supplied

lighting and sound for the production. Rigged outside on the roof of the theatre was a 3x2m EMTO Mambo 8 screen, which served as an interactive billboard, attracting attention and advertising the show.

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home to some top feature areas, including the return of DX Freight, which was a widespread hit at the 2013 event. Industry experts will come together to curate four large, open-ended crates showcasing product highlights from the European trade show circuit – expect to see the best in trends from Light+Building, IMM Cologne, Maison & Objet, and i Salone in Milan in one easily accessible space.

Another highlight for 2014 is Decor – an entire section dedicated to accessories, including of course, decorative lighting. ‘We are thoroughly looking forward to welcoming lighting back to May Design Series this year,’ commented brand director, Andrew Vaughan.

‘Expanding upon the 2013 offering, buyers will this year be able to see a diverse range of both decorative and architectural lighting exhibitors, serving the retail, hospitality, residential and office markets.

‘With names such as Xicto, Ebb & Flow, KKDC and Innermost already confirmed, the line-up is really starting to take shape. It’s really exciting to see May Design Series evolve into Britain’s one-stop destination for all interior spaces.’

EXHIBITOR PROFILES

Joining the exhibitor line up is Compact Lighting, manufacturer and distributor of a complete range of luminaires, and creator of premium lighting solutions for retail and hospitality environments.

IT TAKES TWO...

Two of the hottest lighting tickets this spring MAY DESIGN SERIES The UK’s definitive international furnishings fair 18-20 May 2014 at ExCeL, London.

May Design Series is almost upon us, and again this year, the event includes a lighting element. Architectural and decorative lighting, as well

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as control solutions will be on show for the commercial, retail, residential and hospitality sectors.

New for 2014 is the ‘Designers With Light’ forum, which will act as a lighting seminar theatre hosting a three-day programme of talks from industry experts, expanding considerably on the lighting offering from 2013.

In addition to a top exhibitor line-up, May Design Series will be

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At May Design Series, Compact will be demonstrating its LED design innovations, as well as showcasing recent developments in HID technology. The company will present solutions designed and launched within the last six months, and show how the latest core technologies can be utilised most effectively. What’s more, a brand new luminaire – strictly under wraps until closer to the event – will be unveiled at May Design Series.

Danish lighting specialist, Ebb & Flow combines British and Nordic style with glass, metal and textiles to create modern lighting and decorative solutions designed to bring warmth and beauty to a space.

The company will be launching its spring’14 collection at the show. Two popular designs, the Rowan pendant lamp and the cylindrical Pillar lamp, are to be updated with the addition of horizontal stripes in metallic gold, copper and platinum for a chic modern finish, while the Pillar dimpled shade range and Glow in a Dome models will be available in a wider range of colours and finishes.

Hailing from Budapest, lighting specialist, Patinas Lampas will be returning to May Design Series after a successful show in 2013. The company specialises in handmade

lighting, and has been producing bespoke pieces since 1986. Products on show will include chandeliers, wall lights, ceiling fittings, pendants and table lamps, all designed to an international standard.

Having previously worked with clients such as Hoopers and Starbucks, Patinas Lampas is able to product designs to fit any taste and budget.

Bespoke lighting designer, Sharon Marston has announced the launch of six designs, which are to be unveiled exclusively at May Design Series. The new designs will consist of opulent gold and black ceramics, with stands adorned with stainless steel sculptures, bone china pendants and a backdrop of intricate wall panels gilded in silver leaf.

Marston specialises in bespoke sculptural light installations for interiors and large-scale public spaces; recent projects include the lobby of the Sheraton Park Tower Hotel, as well as several private residences including the John Nash-designed Cornwall Terrace.

OPENING TIMES: 18 May 10.00 – 18.00 19 May 10.00 – 20.00 20 May 10.00 – 17.00 Further information is available from www.maydesignseries.com

INDEX The UAE’s premier international design exhibition 19-22 May, World Trade Centre, Dubai As the eighth largest importer of European lighting brands in the world, a new law in Dubai to replace all incandescent lamps with energy efficient alternatives by 1 July 2014, is big news in Europe.

In the UAE’s continuing campaign to be the region’s greenest and most sustainable, the new law will have a huge impact on the import and sales of LED and energy saving lighting, which is directly reflected in the rise of architectural and LED lighting exhibitors at this year’s 24th INDEX exhibition.

Attracting 23,000 industry professionals every year, INDEX has established itself as the regional hub for the interior and fit-out industry; providing an annual platform for designers,

Inset left & above top left: Ebb & Flow glass shades Above left: Patinas ceiling fitting Above right: Dark’s Big Bubble

architects, manufacturers and distributors to connect, share their inspirations and innovations, and make business.

INDEX Lighting is an event targeted at designers, architects, specifiers, lighting consultants and design industry professionals who visit the show to source products, network with other industry professionals and discover new design trends and innovations in lighting.

Melissa O’Gorman, project manager at dmg events announced: ‘The Lighting section of INDEX is 35 per cent bigger than 2013, and with the successful win of Dubai’s bid to host World Expo 2020, the economy and real estate industry in Dubai has made a full recovery. ‘Projects formerly put on hold are now back on track, and 278 leading five-star hotels and resorts are planned to be developed before 2020.’ So there are plenty of reasons for the trip.

EXHIBITOR PROFILES

Returning to INDEX this year is Inspired Lighting. ‘Index 2013 witnessed the launch of Inspired Lighting in the UAE, and there couldn’t have been a better platform to start from,’ enthused Inspired director, Anil Anand.

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Above: The Lasvit stand Above right: Comedor by Inspired Lighting Right top: Bardem from Endon Right bottom: Elegant crystal fitting from Beby Italy

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‘The quality, variety and number of visitors were superb, and gave a fantastic range of potential clients. 2014 will surely build on the foundation laid last year and as we will be introducing over 250 unique items, we look forward to creating the “wow” factor once again.’

Beby Italy’s marketing and sales manager, Cristian Pagliarin said: ‘In a view to a more effective business expansion in the Middle East, our brands will be displayed at INDEX.

‘We will showcase some of our most high luxury lighting pieces and furniture, creating a lifestyle concept, an expression of the authentic interior design made ​​in Italy.’

Returning for a third year is Legrand. The company will showcase its high design collections for residential, commercial and industrial environments.

INDEX will be the first time Endon Lighting has exhibited in the Middle East region, as the company’s Holly Nuttall explained: ‘We are currently working with several companies in the Middle East who we enjoy very good trading relationships with.‘There appears to be a great opportunity for a progressive UK business in this rapidly expanding market. Our product offer is varied and we can supply any type of lighting, either directly from our head office in the UK or on an FOB basis,’ she elaborated.

For the first time, US-based Wilmar Lighting will be exhibiting its new lighting applications at this year’s event.

‘We decided to participate in INDEX 2014 primarily to mark our entry into the Middle East market,’ explained Ravindra BC, brand development manager at Wilmar. ‘INDEX Dubai would necessarily give us the platform to interact and partner with architects, interior designers, consultants, and agents.

‘We shall be mainly showcasing our innovative

range of architectural lighting products and services. Our main focus this time would be to share our experience and broaden our understanding of the customer requirements in this region.’

OPENING TIMES: 19 May 11.00 – 19.00 20 May 11.00 – 19.00 21 May 11.00 – 21.00 22 May 11.00 – 19.00 Further information is available from www.indexexhibition.com

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RECORD BREAKERS

Doha and Dubai use light shows to kick off celebrations

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hree spectacular exterior lighting events have been undertaken in quick succession by A&O Technology, in the Middle East.

The first, led by lighting designer, Jerry P Appelt, involved bathing the iconic Burj Khalifa in light to mark the announcement that Dubai had been chosen to host Expo 2020. A magnificent lightshow was then planned in Doha to commemorate National Day, which was followed by the spectacle of The Atlantis on The Palm in Dubai, fully lit as part of the New Year celebrations.

For all three events, A&O Creative was responsible for the design, control, execution and operation of the lightshow, while A&O Technology took on the role of general contractor.

When asked about the success of the recent string of projects undertaken by the company in the region, A&O CEO, Marco Niedermeier commented: ‘A&O Technology is now excellently placed in

terms of ideas and expertise to participate in shaping the future of the lighting sector’.

It began with the news that Dubai would be hosting Expo 2020 - the first time the world’s fair is held in an Arab country.

To mark the announcement, A&O Technology bathed the 828m-high Burj Khalifa from top to bottom in blue and white light – the Expo colours - using xenon searchlights. This was also the first time the tower had been lit from all three sides to create 360-degree illumination.

The expo colours gave way at the end of the show to the colours of the national flag, to mark the United Arab Emirates’ National Day. Next it was time for Qatar to celebrate its own National Day in Doha. The location of the installation was Old Palm Trees Island, which lies 800m offshore in the Persian Gulf. It was the first time that moving searchlights and fireworks had been installed in the rather cramped location and it required A&O Technology to work closely

with the pyro-technicians.

The highlight of the show was the first use of the ‘Double Twister’, composed of 7,000W searchlights flanked by fans of light spread by Falcon 6000 CMY searchlights.

This architecture of light, formed by column-like beams, had already - in a simpler form - enthused onlookers in Azerbaijan and Muscat. For this event, A&O Technology installed Falcon Beam colour 7,000W and Falcon 6000 CMY fixtures on the island.

A&O Creative, the in-house creative department of A&O Technology, realised a splendid light show that could be seen from 360 degrees over a period of five evenings.

Then it was back to Dubai, where setting-up for the show at The Palm got underway, which included a 360° facade illumination with searchlights and 500,000 fireworks.

The six-minute light show provided a riot of colour, with a lavish illumination and lush colours adorning the building façade, and

moving searchlights on the roofs that could be seen for miles around. This was the first time that Falcon 6000 CMY searchlights had been employed as wall washes, and they proved convincing in the role. On the main public beachside area, Falcon CMY LED-video moving LED/xenon hybrid searchlights with LED panels complemented the facade illumination and the play of beams from the roof.

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MIRROR, MIRROR...

At Euroshop 2014, Osram demonstrated how retailers can win customer spend with the help of good lighting, including a spotlight that brings museum quality illumination to the sector.

The Lunis 2 Track spot is based on the LED luminaire used in the Lenbachhaus art museum in Munich. It can be track-mounted, and is ideal for targeted accenting of instore displays, as well as public buildings and museums.

Lunis 2 features highefficiency colour rendering (CRI > 90). Heat is dissipated via cooling ribs instead of using a fan or water cooling system, making it especially durable. It will initially be available with warm white (3000 Kelvin) and neutral white (4000 Kelvin) light.

However, a version with flexible colour temperatures is also being planned.

Also on display at the fair was Debut, a popular and eye-catching showstopper.

Using LED screens and variable light in in-store fitting rooms, customers will be able to try on and view products in the store, and see how clothes will look in different settings. At the event, a fitting cabin controlled by a tablet PC was equipped with two LED screens and luminaires with variable light colours.

If, for example, a customer wishes to try a pair of swimming trunks and see how they’d really look in natural sunlight at the coast, a beach scene is displayed on the screen and the luminaires simulate a bright sunny day.

The customer sees the product in the mirror, as it will look in use, meaning disappointments are avoided.

SIMPLE SOLUTIONS

The launch of a new range of high quality LED spotlights from Dextra is set to make its mark on the retail sector, according to the company. After a year in development, the Pro-Light MINI range has been designed with precision to offer retailers versatility to enhance stores with the comprehensive and high performing selection of high quality LED spotlights. Pro-Light MINI is offered in both CRI 80 and CRI 98, boasting the capability to bring out colour definition and fulfil retail clients’ needs where colour rendering is crucial. The LED spotlights are available in either 3000k or 4000k colour temperatures to create a warming effect within the retail environment.

Manufactured from high quality die cast aluminium, the robust bodies are supplied with either specular or semi-specular reflectors in a choice of three beam angles, a crucial feature for effective accent and display lighting. The range has been designed with a range of variants, comprising scoop, wallwash, gimbal, and fixed versions. It offers flexibility to achieve desired lighting effects, and is available in black, grey and white, in both square and circular housings for use in many different applications.

The fittings encompass the benefits of LED technology, and, according to Dextra, are future-proof. The reflectors twist lock into place, enabling them to be swapped out with ease post install if the lighting did require alteration.

This guarantees the lighting will continue to complement the store as the layout changes and develops over time.

Twice the light, half the surface LEDs are now being used more and more often in place of compact spotlights, particularly for the retail and museum sectors, where sharp, true colours, and directional lighting are pre-requisites.

For the first time, Osram is offering a chip-on-board LED, the Soleriq P9, which is suitable for compact powerful spotlights, such as those specified for retail outlets and museum displays. The latest member of Osram’s Soleriq family produces 2000 lumen from a surface with a diameter of just nine millimetres. Compared with the existing Soleriq S13, that is twice as much light from an area half the size.

According to Osram, just one of the new LEDs is enough to replace a 35W, HID lamp, for spotlighting products or displays.

The P9’s light-emitting surface of 64 mm2 has a luminous efficacy of 100 lm/W at a temperature of 85 degrees C and 3000 K).

The light-emitting surface is therefore around 50 per cent smaller than that of the existing Soleriq S13 versions but at 2000 lm the LED delivers twice as much light with the same efficiency.

This high brightness level is made possible by the surface-emitting chips used. Even at very high packing densities, they can produce high luminous flux with above-average efficiency. The small lightemitting surface means that extremely compact - and therefore lightweight - optics can be fitted for extremely compact spotlights.

The spotlights are therefore less cumbersome and more costeffective, while still providing the same luminous intensity.

‘The Soleriq P9 is just the start of a series of LEDs with enormous brightness and efficiency, generated from a light-emitting surface of only a few millimeters in diameter,’ explained Andreas Vogler, who is responsible for the P9, in the SSL division at Osram Opto Semiconductors. ‘Over the next few months, we will be unveiling more products in the Soleriq P family, taking the benefits of the P series into different form factors and areas of application.

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etailers can no longer expect regular customer footfall and presumed attendant sales as a matter of course; these days every penny spent on the high street is hard earned, and savvy retailers are trying hard to ensure that they’re getting the lion’s share of whatever money is being spent.

British stalwart, House of Fraser is no exception to the drop in high street trade, but being aware of the potential downturn in sales, the retailer has taken steps to protect itself from the current economic situation, with the installation of a range of specialist lighting from Philips.

‘Customer footfall on the high street is increasingly becoming a challenge, so we need to maximise every opportunity we can within the store,’ believes Tim Hyde, HoF store manager.

‘Service is a massive part of that, and Philips’ lighting range, which enables us to tailor the lighting in the fitting rooms, improves that service so we have a better chance of converting customer interest into a sale’.

It’s a sound strategy, and one that’s paying off for House of Fraser.

So is it time for retailers to rethink their lighting strategy to attract customers back to the high street – particularly in a department store environment where so many disparate products have to be lit to best advantage?

And if so, what’s the best way to light so many departments and products?

Dominic Meyrick, partner and head of Hoare Lea Lighting says: ‘Intelligent retail lighting is about understanding how people are attracted and enticed by light. Within the retail market, the strengths of artificial light, the ability to control colour, light patterns and contrast, are a key tool in creating an effective shopping interior.

‘However, at present the retail lighting solutions that I see typically demonstrate two approaches: ‘one size fits all’ – the lighting maybe tweaked, but is broadly the same, whether it is for electrical goods, towels or kitchenware; or the ‘Biba’ approach – here the environment is a theatrical experience, and each department has a different feel.

‘We perhaps need a rethink of both approaches with the aim of finding a happy medium – which is not bland.’ ‘Light quality, focus and design are key to creating

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inviting retail spaces,’ suggests Eva Bierbaumer, product marketing manager at Toshiba Lighting Systems Europe. ‘Precise accent lighting with flexible, moveable spotlights has become the preferred choice for many designers and retailers looking to bring light where it is needed and to highlight products to their best advantage. Additionally, good quality and energy efficient general lighting is essential for most areas of a retail space in order to achieve basic brightness and illuminate hard to reach areas. But lighting systems that only focus on general illumination (as previously seen with fluorescent tubes) are becoming less and less popular.

‘Of course individual needs and cost considerations will differ greatly from shop to shop - be they premium or budget brands, outlets, high street stores or flagships.

But when considering the lighting needs of department stores, for example, where goods are normally arranged in categories across an open-plan space, the retailer may need adapted solutions to best showcase different products with different brand values.

‘We believe this does not necessitate that the store purchase various different luminaires for each single display area. What they really need is a comprehensive lighting solution that is easy to use throughout the space, and that offers optimised flexibility, catering for specific product presentation requirements.’

‘Internet shopping is on the rise and department store managers are being tasked with using lighting to create a more dramatic feel, and, in turn increase footfall into their stores,’ is behind the thinking from Jason Vaughn, retail projects sales manager at Osram. ‘With less products in-store, and a habitual inclination to make more purchases online, the shop window as it was, is now extended to the whole store. This change creates a real challenge for lighting designers.’

Another question retailers need to face; is the headlong rush to replace everything with a low-energy retrofit alterative actually costing more than it’s saving?

‘Keeping things the same and replicating a lighting scheme with low-energy fittings doesn’t work, or at least is a missed opportunity,’ asserts Meyrick. ‘If you simply replace fittings – ten downlighters at 50W each with ten LEDs - you are missing a trick. For example, the question - did you need the ten downlighters in the first place? - should be asked.

‘In the past, retail environments have been over-lit. Revisiting should give an opportunity to question the original design - for example, the number of fittings, the luminaire position and the lamp source. If you simply retrofit and replace lamps without questioning the design, then it may well

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If we put beautifully lit jars of pickled shark on sale, they are unlikely to sell – we just don’t want pickled shark’ cost more and you will have made little difference to improving the store environment; your examination should go further.’

So what’s the answer to the retail dilemma – will better lighting overall generate sales and will spending now save in the long run?

‘Bespoke lighting is used to increase curiosity and positivity towards a brand, as well as driving purchases, creating desires and positivity,’ said Vaughn. ‘It creates a comfortable environment that reflects a retailer’s personality and taps into a shopper’s emotion and sentiment towards a brand.

‘Colour rendering, colour temperatures and contrast are all bespoke options that can accentuate products and enhance the environment.

‘Modern bespoke solutions for department stores have the potential to influence consumer habits, producing more interest, resulting in purchases. If designed well, the lighting lets the customer feel comfortable, supports interior design concepts, make spaces appear larger, and encourages the customer to notice places in the shop that deserve special attention.

Department stores are also now favouring lighting control systems to enhance the shop floor, creating an exciting atmosphere.

‘Retailers want the comfort of knowing that if they spend more on lighting more product will sell – that if £X is spent on lighting, it will give a guaranteed return of £Y in increased sales,’ said Meyrick.

‘Unfortunately, spending money is not a guarantee. The effect of lighting on sales is impossible to quantify, as many other influences come into play, such as the quality of sales staff and the desirability of the product itself – if we put beautifully lit jars of pickled shark on sale, they are unlikely to sell – we just don’t want pickled shark.

‘Of course, that said, there is a relationship between what sells and how it is lit. Our knowledge of areas vital to retail, such as colour, distribution and light pattern has grown immeasurably. Lighting alone cannot guarantee a sale, but it can create an atmosphere that will encourage a sale – by attracting, informing and helping the customer complete the sale. ‘Does it, for instance, highlight the merchandise to encourage a sale or deter a sale through

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inhibitors, such as low lighting level, poor colour rendering and glare?’

Meyrick believes that lighting should attract, inform, and help to complete the sale. He explained: ‘Attract the customer, for example by a dynamic window display.

Once in the store, light could be used to provide contrast between different areas, such as the checkout, the changing rooms and displays, all of which can be viewed at a glance.

‘Inform the customer - lighting should allow the customer to read information labels, such as price tags, comfortably.

It should also provide an overview of the interior, so that access, general signage and changing rooms can be seen easily.

The lighting in the changing room is crucial to success - good vertical illuminance and high colour rendering lamps will allow the customer to receive the optimum impression.

‘And help the customer to complete the sale – by the clear indication of sales positions and by providing enough light on horizontal surfaces to complete tasks comfortably, such as finding credit cards.’

Vaughn added: ‘Lighting makes up a key piece of the customer’s journey. It’s crucial that retailers choose a scheme that works with the brand’s overall persona and the rest of the store’s layout, but that will also entice customers. More department stores are choosing to create tailored lighting to highlight products, and it must always reflect the store’s brand image and increase customer interest.

‘A good department store will realise that lighting can be far more than functional – lighting is now key to promoting a retailer’s brand personality and creating a lasting experience that will stay with this new breed of consumer.’

Looking to the future, Meyrick said: Much has been said about the death of the high street in the wake of Internet shopping. The Internet has, of course had a huge impact.

But, many people still want to visit a store – to experience the brand in a physical sense, as well as make a purchase. Lighting therefore has a key role to play in creating physical environments that work hard to encourage footfall.’

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LOOKING GOOD

HoF and Philips working in harmony to produce enhanced displays and improved customer experience

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ith 61 stores of varying ages and architectural design, House of Fraser faces a challenge in establishing a consistent look to reinforce the brand identity, underpin an enhanced customer experience and differentiate it from competitors. In common with many high street retailers, the company also needs to adapt to the growth of online shopping by giving people more compelling reasons to visit its stores.

Lighting plays a key role in achieving this and House of Fraser has teamed up with Philips Lighting to explore a number of options at its flagship Oxford Street store. ‘We chose to work with Philips because it enables us to make the best use of the best lighting technology in the marketplace,’ explained David Blakeney, director of store development with House of Fraser. ‘Working with Philips is a massive benefit to House of Fraser and our customers because a lot of the ideas and innovation directly impacts the customer experience in many ways. Online shopping is now a big part of our business, and customers need a reason to come to the stores, so we have to make the experience better when they do’.

Phil Looker, head of design for store development added: ‘Many of our stores have different heights, surfaces and reflective materials, so creating an environment that is consistent in its visual appearance is a major challenge. The benefit of working with Philips from the outset is that the integration between the location of the lighting and the positioning of the products helps to inform how the customers interact with the space. ‘The lighting is used as a tool for signposting, as well as creating the appropriate look and feel for different concessions and brands.’

FITTING ROOMS

Research has shown that around 60 per cent of clothing purchasing decisions are made in the fitting room, so Philips has introduced a pioneering approach to the lighting in both the lingerie and general fitting rooms at the Oxford Street store.

The existing lighting in the lingerie fitting rooms comprised a T5 fluorescent mirror light

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strip, supplemented by a recessed metal halide downlight and a decorative wall sconce. The result was an unwelcoming space with uncomfortable glare that highlighted shadows on customers’ bodies. Crucially, the lighting didn’t provide customers with an accurate perception of what the clothes would look like in different environments.

The new solution uses the Philips AmbiScene Occasions mirrors, providing tuneable white light that can be adjusted by scene-setting controls, enabling the customer to select day, evening, by the pool and natural (daylight) lighting scenes - giving customers greater confidence in their purchasing decisions, increasing the likelihood they will make the investment.The recessed metal halide downlights have been replaced with suspended square LED feature luminaires, providing indirect ceiling (cove) lighting. The wall lights have been re-located and fitted with Master LED lamps.

A similar solution has been applied to selected general fitting rooms, again using the Occasions mirrors with selectable lighting scenes. Existing CDM downlights have been removed, some being replaced by StyliD compact LED fittings.

An unexpected benefit of the new lighting is that it has eliminated the build up of heat experienced with the previous CDM lighting, so customers’ are more comfortable and inclined to spend more time in the fitting areas.

Qualitative market research carried out with users of the fitting rooms showed that 68 per cent felt the lighting was better and 54 per cent of shoppers who used the scene control said they were more likely to buy after using the upgraded fitting rooms. 80 per cent said they were likely to recommend the new fitting rooms to friends and colleagues.

A similar trial has been carried out in the fittings rooms in the Mary Portas’ clothing area. The existing lighting provided poor colour rendering, so customers were finding it difficult to gain a true perception of the clothes they were considering.

Here, the existing GLS decorative halogen lamps have been replaced with Master LEDbulb Designer LED sources, combined with Occasions mirrors with scene-setting controls.

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(it) enables us to tailor the lighting in the fitting rooms, improves that service so we have a better chance of converting customer interest into a sale’ PERSONAL SHOPPER AREAS

The personal shopper experience is an important part of the service. One of the suites has no natural daylight, making the space claustrophobic. Within the consulting area, the ambient lighting has been enhanced to provide higher light levels and improved colour rendering, using recessed StyliD LED spotlights to help shoppers fully appreciate the colours and textures of fabrics.

An Occasions mirror with three lighting scenes has also been installed in the consulting area.

The ambient lighting is further enhanced by two Philips Luminous Textile panels, which integrate multi-coloured LEDs within textile panels to provide ‘mood walls’ that can display dynamic content while integrating with the other decorative and ambient effects. They also help to compensate for the lack of natural daylight.

‘The Luminous Textiles create a scenechanging environment where customers do not feel enclosed,’ Phil Looker enthused. ‘Combined with the scene-changing mirrors that add further options, people can see what the product is going to look like in different environments.’

The scene selection concept is taken a step further in the fitting room, where a Philips AmbiScene Seasons mirror uses integrated frontal lighting and optional ambient coloured lighting to provide eight lighting scene options - winter, spring, summer and autumn as well as indoor, outdoor, evening and party.

‘The new lighting helps customers make sure that the product they’ve selected is right for the environment or occasion they are buying for, so it is also a useful tool for sales advisers, fitting room advisers and personal shoppers,’ Tim Hyde noted.

MAKING CONCESSIONS

Another area that has come under scrutiny is the BIBA concession, where there were a number of problems with the existing lighting. A range of different ceiling fixtures looked cluttered, and CDM spotlights were creating shadows on the shelving displays. The mannequin displays and key merchandising tables were under-lit, resulting in a dull and flat appearance.

Philips’ LED solution uses a track and spot concept to increase the flexibility of perimeter lighting, combined with peaks and troughs in lighting levels to create contrast and drama.

Blakeney explained: ‘This is the first time I’ve ever seen a light that does what it says it’s going to do! It has brought out the merchandise to such an extent that these now look like totally different products.’

Looker added: ‘We have concentrated on getting the lighting perfect and really picking out the colour and the details of the fabrics. That is what the lighting has allowed us to do - really emphasising how great the product is.’

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Participants were found to be more sensitive to colour rendering when they entered the shop. The study also revealed that varying lighting was also appealing, such as altering the colour according to the time of day or when a particular product was being promoted.

Conclusions drawn from the study highlight the influence of colour temperature, with the potential for different colour temperatures and brightness levels used to attract consumers to specific products and successfully direct them to certain parts of the store.

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Nick Shaw, technical services director at Dextra Lighting discusses two recent studies that put consumer behavior under the spotlight

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etail lighting and its impact on consumers’ shopping habits has been the subject of two recent studies. The research arose from numerous factors, among them the extremely competitive high street environment, where retailers feel obligated to attract potential consumers by illuminating their stores with a host of eye-catching display lighting and colour.

This certainly creates bright and striking shop displays, but can lead to retailers coming under scrutiny for high energy bills, and being accused of not conducting themselves in an environmentally friendly way.

With competition between neighbouring retailers so fierce, and the evident increase in illumination and heat output within stores, head of the Lighting Laboratory at Sweden’s Royal Institute of Technology (RIT), Professor Jan Ejhed oversaw the first study.

COLOURING THE RESULT

Exploring the extent to which lighting influences consumers’ individual preferences, the Swedish RIT study involved 97 people, who were requested to draw comparisons and assessments between three virtual reality lighting situations in individual retail environments: the shop window; the store; and shelving displays.

The research revealed the significance of colour temperature within retail environments. Although brightness was found to be an important factor for consumers, other factors, such as colour temperature and rendering were just as important. The results also showed consumers’ preference was for warm lighting and moderate brightness.

The research found participants preferred brighter shop windows, with vertical rather than horizontal lighting helping products stand out from the background more effectively.

The second study monitored people’s reactions when they were presented with different lighting schemes. This study was developed by Hamburg University of Applied Sciences, and used eye-tracking technology to monitor where participants looked when presented with real life lighting schemes within two stores.

The study revealed people’s eyes were naturally drawn to areas of contrast, rather than to the most brightly lit areas, and were attracted to areas of blue light more than any other colour.

The two studies revealed the significance - and importance - of effective accent lighting, showing that targeted lighting to highlight products on low level shelves results in customers browsing for longer periods, and may lead to an increase in sales. It also showed the consumers’ preference for a combination of both accent lighting and natural daylight within shop windows.

High contrast design lighting is also shown to increase customer perception, with a combination of wide-area backlighting on shelves making the identification of products easier, and making those products more appealing.

The study also concluded that cool colour temperatures give the impression of a wider, more spacious area, whereas warmer colour temperatures create the feeling of a smaller space.

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FOOD SAFE GlassGuard BlackBand fragment retention lamps have been installed at raw meat supplier, Heinrich Manten in Germany following an accidental lamp breakage. The installation will safeguard Manten’s production site against future glass contamination and will also protect against injury to personnel.

While changing a lamp in the production area, an electrician accidentally struck a fluorescent lamp against his ladder, resulting in the lamp shattering and causing widespread contamination of glass to the food production environment and, more seriously, injury to a colleague at the foot of the ladder. In order to prevent a recurrence of such an incident, Manten turned to fragment retention lamp specialist, GlassGuard for a safe lighting solution. The inst allation of 130 GlassGuard BlackBand insect and germicidal lamps had an immediate impact on the risk control element within the production area. Not only was the risk of injury to personnel minimised, but the potential for glass contamination to Manten’s meat production was also controlled. Approximately 120 BlackBand T5 standard fluorescent lamps were also installed throughout the remainder of the site, including the offices.

US REGISTRATION OPENS The Lighting Research Center at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is offering several new seminars this year.

Residential Lighting Technologies and Techniques is a one-day class to help contractors, homebuilders, energy auditors and architects to select and install efficient new lighting technologies, utilising the LRC’s interactive design tool ‘Lighting Patterns for Homes’.

The LED Lighting Institute is a three-day seminar covering the latest on LED and OLED technologies.

Through hands-on experience, participants learn how to incorporate the technologies into architectural fixture designs, develop lighting systems using the characteristics of solid-state lighting, and compare LED and OLED system components from a variety of manufacturers, to determine operating characteristics and other important specification factors.

An indicator of change The yellow Oslon Compact LED from Osram has immediately opened up new design options for indicators in vehicle forward lighting.

With package dimensions of 1.5mm x 1.9mm x 0.7mm, the new version is so small and yet so powerful that it is ideal for use in light guide applications.

This high-power LED, based on indium gallium nitride (InGaN), offers extremely impressive output of more than 120 lumen, even at high currents and application temperatures of 100°C (T j in the chip). Thanks to its compact design, it can be used to create light guide solutions. Light guides themselves measure less than 10 mm in diameter, so the LEDs have to make full use of the available area by being packed very close together.

‘For turn indicators or daytime running lights, the new Oslon Compact is suitable especially for light guide solutions, just like the other members of the product family’, said Andreas Geistreiter, marketing LED automotive at Osram Opto Semiconductors. ‘Thanks in particular to its high luminous efficacy and compact size, it represents a further step in the direction of miniaturisation and greater freedom of design, opening up such possibilities as quasi-3D effects. ‘This special design element is of huge interest in the premium automotive segment, and thanks to the new Oslon Compact it is now easier for set makers to achieve.’

The yellow light from the LED is not generated directly, but by ceramic conversion from a blue chip, known as C2 technology. This technology, in combination with UX:3 chip technology, is what is behind the exceptionally high output and thermal stability of the Oslon Compact – especially at high currents and temperatures. At room temperature and 700 mA, the LED achieves a typical brightness of 140 lm. At application temperatures of 100°C (T j in the chip) the Oslon Compact still achieves the impressive figure of 120 lm.

HIGH POWER DRIVER Harvard Engineering has launched the first in a range of high power drivers designed for street lighting applications.

The CLH single channel driver offers up to 200W of power with simple resistive programmable drive current, and can be easily programmed across a number of ranges, which means customers can standardise on a

single compact driver.

The driver was created to be compliant with all 90per cent-plus efficiency industry standards. Its flexible 120-277V universal input offers 91per cent efficiency at 120V and 93 per cent at 277V, with 6kV surge protection. WiMAC compatibility comes as standard, making the CLH ideal for use alongside the

company’s LeafNut wireless monitoring and control system for street lighting.

Although designed for street lighting, Harvard believes the driver is perfect for all applications requiring a high power driver.

Antony Corrie, VP of Harvard Engineering Americas, said: ‘We designed the CLH driver to offer

a high power solution with any drive current in one product.

We also added an IP66-rated version so we could support any customer application requiring either dry or wet rating.

‘Our customers can now standardise on a single compact driver, which covers all of their needs, and can be simply adapted in the field to

set whatever drive current is preferred for their luminaire.’

Harvard recently opened a warehouse in New Jersey, in order to allow the company to deliver stock items, including the CLH driver, by ground delivery, in five working days.

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Switched on design It’s all in the finishing touches at London’s Bankside citizenM hotel

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CitizenM had a very clear idea of what they wanted, to match the edgy, modern style of their interiors’

egrand has helped to deliver the clean, contemporary look being pioneered by hotel chain, citizenM at its Bankside venue in London.

Billed as a new breed of hotel, citizenM properties in London, Glasgow and Amsterdam all feature trendy guest room interiors with extra large beds, rain showers and Wi-fi access. Designed to appeal to domestic guests and overseas travellers alike, every citizenM guest room is helpfully supplied with an international plug system. For the Bankside venue, wiring accessories specialist, Legrand supplied a wide range of sockets, push buttons, switches, USB outlets and data sockets from its Arteor range to complement the contemporary styling of the interiors.

The modular nature of the range enabled the owners to choose a combination of finishes to blend with the interior design elements – in this case, magnesium interiors with Arteor’s contrasting stainless steel surround plates.

The company also requested that the function of each switch or push button be custom engraved onto the rocker, as Richard Hayward from Legrand’s wiring devices business explained: ‘Arteor rockers can be engraved with symbols as standard, but citizenM had a very clear idea of what they wanted, to match the edgy, modern style of their interiors.

‘Legrand’s ability to custom-make bespoke wiring accessories meant that we were able to realise their vision, and the end result provides a perfect fit with the contemporary interior scheme.’

CON TACT Legrand www.legrand.co.uk citizenM www.citizenm.com

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PEOPLE • 77

The average consumer is becoming far more educated about lighting and really understands how a lighting product can transform a room’ when I now look across the Solent from my parents’ home on the Isle of Wight - all I see is street lights on the horizon, where none existed fifteen years ago.

There is simply no excuse for this poor application of lighting quality and control.

Something radical has to be done.

Who is your favourite designer of anything that’s not lighting?

One of my favourite designers has to be Thomas Heatherwick. He creates the extraordinary, ever pushing the boundaries of what materials and technology can do. His Rolling Bridge design is a perfect example of his unique, ground-breaking approach to design.

Which lighting project would you like to have been involved with?

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SIMON TERRY

Simon Terry, innovation and brand director for iconic brand, Anglepoise - and incidentally, great, great grandson of the company’s founder back in the 1930s -shares his personal thoughts about the industry and the technology of lighting the future What is your favourite light source, and why?

A good old-fashioned incandescent light bulb! It uses few materials, it’s simple to make, and it keeps you warm in the winter – a big plus point on the eco credentials.

Should more be done to control light pollution, or is it not really a big issue as far as you’re concerned?

It’s bad enough in my back garden, with the orange glow plunging it into a state of permanent murky light throughout the night. Even worse is

It’s not truly a lighting project, but I have recently become really inspired by a technique called light painting, whilst working with an inspiring photographer called Andrew Whyte.

Projection mapping is also a firm favourite – it’s amazing the way it can transform a surface or space.

After the huge changes the LED has brought to the industry, what do you think will be the next big advance?

I think the next big change we are going to see is intelligent control and optimisation of light, with the increase in home automation and mobile devices becoming increasingly powerful. Recently Google paid billions for Nest Labs to acquire the clever algorithms and automation technology they had developed for their smoke alarms and thermostats. It is just this kind of investment, based on learning from real world experiences and artificial intelligence that will generate massive advances in the development of intelligent light sources.

Do you see a time when all lighting is sustainable? If so, how can we start to achieve it?

This is a difficult one to ever achieve. I think there are many great companies in the industry that are working really hard to develop radical new technology, and the engineers within those organisations have a real passion for facilitating positive change.

On the other hand, there are also companies focused on chasing a fast buck that plagiarise and push a poorer cousin of technology that they know will never stand up to the claims. Which is why it is great that an organisation like the Lighting Industry Association is taking a proactive role, currently testing different LED products from the market to see if they actually stack up to the claims.

This is essential if the lighting industry wants to remain credible for both commercial and domestic customers.

What trends do you forecast in domestic lighting?

Currently, we are seeing real honesty in the selection of materials. I think this will continue for some time, joining the trend for playing with scale and, of course, the retro look.

These all go hand in hand with an increased focus on the comfort zone, and the proven fact that people return to the familiar in times of recession.

Why do you think lighting is bucking the general trend and showing such strong growth?

I think the average consumer is becoming far more educated about lighting and really understands how a lighting product can transform a room.

Even during the day, when the lamp is switched off, it can introduce a stylish, sculptural focal point into an interior – and investing in a lamp is often a far more cost effective solution than purchasing something that is purely decorative. On the commercial side of the fence, there are massive cost savings to be made over quite short payback periods by adopting the right lighting scheme or lighting technology.

Of course this is escalated in a recession, when sales with a decent margin are harder to find and organisations are looking harder at saving on the bottom line to drive growth.

Chandelier or candle?

Nothing beats the warm glow and flicker of a candle to get you through these wet and windy winter months, but obviously in this day and age you wouldn’t light an entire room with candles on a daily basis – it’s neither practical, nor cost effective, and there are the inherent safety concerns. Clever lighting, with good dimming control, can be switched from delivering a functional bright light to spreading a warm, ambient glow around a room. Throw in a candle or two for added atmosphere and you’ve got the best of both worlds – so my answer must be both!

Is there one declining light source that you’ll miss above all others?

If so, which is it, and why?

The one light source I have always loved is neon. It has been declining in popularity over the years, but I’m pleased to see that it’s having a bit of a renaissance at the moment. The quality of light through those glass tubes just cannot be replicated by LED’s … and I just love the buzzing noise that makes you think that the tubes are going to explode at any minute!

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80 • DIRECTORY

EMERGENCY LIGHTING

LED MARINE LIGHTING

Cooper Lighting and Safety manufacture a comprehensive range of mains and emergency lighting solutions for commercial and industrial applications. Based in Doncaster, UK, Cooper Lighting and Safety is an operating business of Cooper Safety, a division of Cooper Industries. We are able to provide a wide range of products, services and support to our customers.

TEL: 01302 321541 EMAIL: sales@cooper-ls.com WEB: www.cooper-ls.com ADDRESS: Wheatley Hall Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN2 4NB

Timage (GB) LLP is renowned in the yacht industry for its beautifully crafted Italian LED and traditional bulb lighting.

Timage specialises in nautically styled brass bulkhead lights, waterproof step and courtesy lights, reading lights and ceiling lights. Substantial stock holding for fast delivery.

COLD CATHODE

EMERGENCY LIGHTING

LED LIGHTING

• Kemps are the UK’s largest manufacturer of high quality Cold Cathode lighting • Temperatures range from 1800k to 8000k, plus various colours • Dimmable by Mains, 0-10v, DMX and Dali • Lamplife over 50,000hrs • Energy Efficient • UK and Global projects TEL: 0113 271 5777 EMAIL: sales@kempslighting.com WEB: www.kempsarchitecturallighting.com ADDRESS: Unit 2, Matrix Court, Middleton Grove, Leeds LS11 5WB

Emergency lighting products limited (elp) is a small and focused UK manufacturing company dedicated to providing superior service and products to all customers requiring Emergency Lighting Equipment and Emergency Lighting Conversion services.

Custom size LED panels up to 2500m x 1800mm. Stunning illumination from the high brightness LED’s and graduated grid acrylic which produces totally even and shadow free illumination across the face. White and RGB LED are available.

TEL: 01403 786601 EMAIL: sales@elp.uk.com WEB: www.elp.uk.com/ ADDRESS: Unit 9 Gillmans Industrial Estate, Natts Lane, Billingshurst, West Sussex, RH14 9EZ

TEL: 01604 678410 EMAIL: sales@artillus.com WEB: www.artillus.com ADDRESS: Artillus Illuminating Solutions Ltd 5 Bellman Gate, Holcot Lane, Sywell Northants NN6 0BL

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Iberian lighting Ltd, A dynamic company based in Southern England and conveniently within easy reach of London. We take your bespoke lampshade designs from concept to a carefully designed ready to hang commercial finished product.

The Light Corporation - Hand-built & Bespoke British Lighting “The Light Corporation is a Lighting Design and Manufacturing business located in the UK offering standard and bespoke LED lighting solutions to the high-end marketplace in the Residential, Marine, Restaurant & Bar and Retail sectors.”

TEL: 01424 428 161 WEB: www.iberianlighting.co.uk ADDRESS: Design & Innovation Center Drury Lane St Leonards on Sea East Sussex TN38 9XP

The Emergi-Lite portfolio from Thomas & Betts delivers a highly versatile choice of emergency lighting and fire detection products and systems for a wide range of applications. Our aim is to enable customers to achieve the maximum benefit in investment, whilst keeping the protection and safety of human life paramount.

TEL: +44 (0)113 281 0600 EMAIL: emergi-lite.sales@tnb.com WEB: www.emergi-lite.co.uk ADDRESS: Bruntcliffe Lane, Leeds West Yorkshire LS27 9LL. UK

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2012 has seen the official launch of our luminaire design department. We have 30 years experience within the emergency lighting industry, and with the vast advances in lighting design due to the growth in LED technologies, it has been a natural progression to utilise our experience and resources to now offer our clients a one stop solution for bespoke design and manufacture.

TEL: 01376 331515 EMAIL: info@cocolighting.com ADDRESS: The Old Power Station,Unit 5c, Enterprise Court, Lakes Road, Braintree, Essex, CM7 3QS

The leading UK manufacturers of brass lampholders and lighting components offering quality products for the Lighting Industry. Full catalogue available on request or on our web-site. We also offer a bespoke service for customers own component designs. A long established family business with a professional approach. Full ISO 9001:2008 and LIA Code of Practice Quality approvals.

Pace Uk, LED Design and LED Manufacture with 10 years experience in designing LED products, we can offer our customers a fast turn around on prototype designs. We also have access to all key manufacturers of high flux LEDs. We specialise in producing cost effective design solutions, believing that price of product is always important.

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AMENITY AND STREET LIGHTING

GM LIGHTING Full range of galvanised steel, aluminium, conical, octagonal columns, high masts and lattice towers, plus amenity lanterns and luminaires.

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To advertise here contact Damien Ward T.0203 617 4683 E.damien.ward@astongreenlake.com LIGHTING ACCESSORIES

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LIGHTING LAMPOSTS AND LANTERNS

The New ‘Penthouse Collection’, the latest in flat plate design, stylish and sleek with no visible fixings. From a British manufacturer and pioneer of flat plate design.

The leading UK manufacturers of brass lampholders and lighting components offering quality products for the Lighting Industry. Full catalogue available on request or on our website. We also offer a bespoke service for customers own component designs. A long established family business with a professional approach. Full ISO 9001:2008 and LIA Code of Practice Quality approvals.

Period Cast Iron Lamp Posts We’ve Created the UK’s largest stockholding of Lamp Posts & lanterns. For “lighting retailers” we provide free standing display units. For “Designers & Specifiers” we offer a unique design & development service. For “Architects & Councils” we offer a full commercial support, from supply to installation.

TEL: 01483 713400 EMAIL: info@wandsworthgroup.com WEB: www.wandsworthelectrical.com

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LIGHTING COMPONENTS

LIGHTING MAINTENANCE

Simpson Springs manufacture springs, pressings and wireforms for the lighting industry. We produce bespoke parts to customers requirements as well as stock parts common to the industry

Nu-era lighting is an independently owned and directed business, providing a comprehensive range of industrial and commercial luminaires to suit a variety of applications. This is complimented by a full in house emergency conversion facility led by our dedicated ICEL accredited specialists.

LUXOMAT ®

BEG Luxomat® is one of Europe’s leading suppliers of occupancy sensors, with the largest range of products available in the UK. The products are easy to install, such as separate mounting plates for the surface products and with our remote control you can set the controls from the ground.

With over 30 years in providing sensor solutions for saving energy and providing control, you can be confident that our products will provide the performance that you require.

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We are major importers and distributors of a full range of lighting components for the lighting and the electrical wholesale industry. Please visit our website to view our range.

We develop lighting products for all sectors and specialise in LED. Our sustainable and maintainable design does not compromise on innovation whilst maintaining the “wow factor”. I am level 4 qualified under the ILP competency framework. I have 22 years of experience and a team with 40 years between them. The ONLY accredited and approved SECURED BY DESIGN lighting consultancy in the UK.

UK agents for Hagner lightmeters, our range of luxmeters can measure 0.01 – 199,900 lux.

All detectors are Vλ filtered & cosine corrected, and the instrument is delivered fully calibrated.

We also supply luminance meters, combination meters and special detectors.

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Glass dichroic colour correction filters shapes and sizes

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Inlico are established distributors of lighting components shapes and sizes and accessories.

Our product range includes: lampholders, switches and dimmers, plugs, cable and cordsets, as well as plastic and metal parts and UL-approved components.

We also operate a product labelling service for luminaires.

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www.leefilters.com

LEE Filters, Building on our experience in film and television lighting, LEE Filters have introduced a range of lighting filter products specifically designed for use in the entertainment, sales@leefi lters.com leisure and architectural industries.

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Walter Logan’s Swivel joints manufactured by Meinzer Swivel Joints GmbH are well know to be the best quality swivel joints available to lighting manufacturers who prize quality and regularity above the cheapness of other swivel joint manufacture’s. Types available are raw brass swivel joints, silver swivel joints, chrome swivel joints, black swivel joints plus many more.

TEL: 0208 446 0161 EMAIL: info@walterlogan.com WEB: www.walterlogan.com/index.html ADDRESS: 3 Athenaeum Rd, Whetstone, London N20 9AA

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B.E.G. SHINE AT LIGHT + BUILDING WITH LAUNCH OF NEW ‘PLUG IN’

KNX SENSOR BOX Building automation manufacturer B.E.G. successfully launched its new KNX Sensor Box at the recent Light + Building show in Germany.

The latest product from the German manufacturer’s range of KNX solutions includes an integrated DALI/KNX gateway and can offer organisations and businesses energy savings of up to 30 per cent.

The KNX sensor box from B.E.G. is an intelligent building control system that is designed to give building managers complete control over the everyday working environment. The KNX puts all of these multi-task functions that used to be controlled separately into one system for maximum flexibility, operating performance and energy efficiency.

It covers all building services such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting, security and metering as well as the operation of blinds, electrical appliances, windows, facades, AV/sound systems and many other functions. The box is ideal

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for commercial buildings, hotels, airports and rail networks, public building and residential houses.

The automatic lighting control can be time dependent during staff breaks and weekends, daylight dependent for busy working conditions and presencedependent for corridors, staircases and rooms that are seldom used.

The heating control can be presence dependent when it heats a room and the heating valves can be closed when a window is opened.

Blinds or awnings slats can be automated in accordance with sunlight intensity.

There are no screws required to fit the B.E.G. KNX box as it can be mounted quickly and plugs straight into a suitable plug connection.

The DALI lamps and conventional push buttons can be connected directly to the box so no additional KNX/DALI gateway and push button interface is necessary.

By integrating the DALI lighting control into KNX systems makes operation and maintenance easier due to the visualisation of the

operating statuses and faults.

The illumination can also be activated immediately without ETS programming by means of the installation mode.

The new KNX Application 5.0 from B.E.G. offers even more options as it has three additional switching channels which can selectively take into account daylight or not, for controlling lights, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning devices (with time delay), or for reporting the occupancy state.

It is remote controllable allowing for easy programming and set values and lag times can be adapted for all channels during operation via a communication object. The KNX also has a burnin function with selectable burn-in time from 1-100 hours via a

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B.E.G. UK Director, Paul Jones said: “The new B.E.G. KNX sensor box allows building managers full control over all its key electrical equipment in one system. The KNX is flexible, convenient and easy to operate.

“It is also simple to install as it plugs straight into a plug connection and with integration of the DALI gateway interface into the box it means the KNX is highly energy efficient.

“With organisations and businesses under continuing pressure to make savings on energy costs and reduce its carbon footprint, the B.E.G. KNX sensor box is the ideal solution for meeting these requirements.”

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B.E.G. also launched a series of other innovative new lighting control products at the Light + Building show trade fair in Frankfurt – considered the biggest for light and building in the world.

The German manufacturer showcased its innovative OCCULOG measuring system that is designed to give an accurate forecast of the energy savings that could be achieved.

Only an estimate could be given on how much energy the sensor would be saving a building before but the OCCULOG records the room parameters and enables a detailed evaluation of the energy saving potential.

B.E.G. unveiled the new LUXOMAT® Indoor 140-L night and orientation light.

The 140-L encompasses the intelligent switching offered by an occupancy detector and the design of a pushbutton. The lower part of the round design seats two powerful and dimmable LEDs as a downlight. It can be used as a nightlight and orientation light by individually selecting the desired brightness for both lights.

B.E.G. displayed its new LUXOMAT® PD11 super flat occupancy sensor for sophisticated interior design with a thickness of only 0.85 mm that is almost invisible in the ceiling.

The cover ring can be easily interchanged to silver or black to better match the surroundings.

The new radio system from B.E.G. allows loads to be switched only when a person is present.

The SMARTHOME product range

offers intelligent linking of various building functions. The radio and powerline based system is easy to install in new buildings or for retrofitting old ones.

The devices can be operated immediately without requiring additional software. Actuators and sensors have a radio interface and are connected to each another with one single key stroke.

The SMARTHOME actuators are available as flush-mount, surfacemount (internal and external use) and adapter plug versions. All actuators are available as radio and powerline version.

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Outstanding quality of light, reliability, durability, and flexibility in any project Pulsar manufactures a complete collection of professional LED lighting units and controllers that we regularly update to feature the latest components and technologies, building from the ground up to maximise output while maintaining reliability over a long useful life.

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our equipment is built to last in any environment. We weather-proof our products to IP65 as standard and our ChromaRange light fittings are fully dimmable from 100 to 0%. With over 40 years manufacturing experience we offer unrivalled levels of support with an unlimited-use 3 year guarantee.

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