During peak operational times, lighting systems have to perform at optimal levels. Workers in the industrial sector are usually expected to work longer hours, with overtime work included every week. More than that, industrial premises usually need energy up and running much longer than regular business facilities. (Read more about how easy it is to install LED Lights)
Since the invention of light emitting diodes (LED), it was possible to reduce electricity usage. Here are the top benefits using LED lights in factory settings:
1. Decreased Overall Costs
In terms of energy efficiency. LED lights are unbeatable. Imagine, they can produce the same amount and brightness of light for much lower power consumption. Once you make the switch to LED light bulbs, you’ll see that you’ll be paying less for utilities. Now, do not be put off by the prices. While LED is more expensive to buy, it offers big savings in the long run. Your facilities will be well lit at a fraction of the costs you used to pay.
2. Longer Life Spans
LEDs do not burn out, unlike traditional types of lighting. They merely get dimmer as time passes. For LED lights that are high in quality, the lifespan has a range of 30,000 to 50,000 hours. These lights can go even longer, depending on the kind of fixture. For the sake of comparison, compact fluorescent light bulbs can last for a maximum of 10,000 hours. On the other hand, the phased out incandescent light bulbs have a very short lifespan of only 1,000 hours.
3. Much Lower Maintenance
The longer operational life of LEDs make them a low-maintenance lighting option. First of all, factory operators can cut on time spent in replacing bulbs in commercial applications, which take more time than those installed for residential purposes. Secondly, they do not have to think about the labour costs of replacement and installation.
Furthermore, LEDs are a lot more breakage-resistant. In the past, light bulbs were typically enclosed in glass or quartz, making them more vulnerable to damage. LED light bulbs, on the other hand, do not have filaments or glass enclosures. They are also designed to exhibit immunity against vibration and impact.
4. Better Lighting Capacity
Facilities that are industrial in nature will greatly benefit from the enhanced lighting levels LEDs can provide. LED light systems are advanced, able to cover entire warehouse floors and offer improved visibility in all areas. Aside from maintaining safety in the workplace, LED lights also boost employee health and productivity.
5. LED Lightbulbs are Adaptable to Cool Temperatures
In comparison to regular light bulbs, LED lights are cool to touch as they produce virtually no heat. This means they can be left on without any issues for hours, giving you peace of mind. Moreover, LEDs actually thrive in low temperatures. In effect, LED lights are highly suitable for cold storage facilities as well as outdoor areas like building parametres and parking spaces.
Contact Easy Being Green on 1300 994 929 to learn more about our products. Our team has installed energy-efficient LED light systems for different factories, warehouses and manufacturing plants, among many others.
Traditionally, warehouse managers may not have paid much attention to their overhead lighting, as long as it was working.
But today, LED lighting has the potential to transform the warehouse — and deliver massive efficiencies. The key is knowing how to choose the best lighting fixtures for these demanding spaces.
What do you need to know about these types of lighting projects, and how can you recognize the best fixture for the job?
Let’s get started.
The Benefits of LED Warehouse Lighting
You’re already well aware of the benefits of LED lighting in general, but in warehouses, LED lighting really shines.
Typical LED Warehouse Lighting Needs and Fixtures
Lighting vast industrial spaces like warehouses takes a lot of illumination. These spaces have lots of vertical and horizontal space and often high shelving and machinery that can cast shadows — shadows that can hide hazards like forklifts or other moving/dangerous equipment.
Your customers will need powerful fixtures that can provide the appropriate foot-candle levels and light quality to reach every corner.
Then there are regulations on industrial facility lighting from the Occupational Safety and Health Agency (OSHA). OSHA sets minimum requirements for common commercial installations in foot-candles of illumination or lux levels:
- Warehouses, walkways, and exits: 100 lux
- Warehouse loading bays: 300-400 lux
- Warehouse aisles: 100-200 lux
For specialized or task lighting in a warehouse, LED technology allows customers to use beam angles to direct light right where it is needed.
The most common LED fixtures in warehouses are round or linear high bay lights, or high bay vapor lights. If the warehouse is not very tall, low bay lights or tube/strip lights may be sufficient to deliver the required foot-candles of illumination at floor level.
When power fails in a large space like a warehouse, LED emergency lights are better-suited to getting people out safely. Depending on the height of the ceiling in a space, it can be hard to navigate long, tall aisles to find the closest exit without strong overhead light. An LED emergency light for high ceilings can reach the minimum one-foot-candle requirement at floor level from 30-40 feet up.
On the outside of a warehouse, area lighting, flood lighting, and wall packs are well-suited for exterior installation and can extend operational hours and employee safety for loading docks.
What Makes a Smart Choice in an LED Fixture?
You know you’ll be getting vastly improved energy efficiency and environmental sustainability with an LED fixture. But what other specs and features should you look for?
Ease of installation
- Instructions that are clear, simple, and well-written and that come with illustrations
- Minimal assembly needed and fewer tools required for installation
- Lightweight fixtures for easy handling
- Multiple settings available from one fixture
- Extended power cords and mounting hardware supplied
Ease of maintenance
- Multi-year half-life and a long warranty period
- Surge protection
- Durable polycarbonate lenses
- More time between lamp changes equals less operational interruptions
- Ability to illuminate colors correctly for safety and to prevent mistakes
- Automatic monthly self-testing functions for emergency backup batteries
- Easy-to-use advanced features like controls and sensors
Related Reading: See how Javo Beverage traded in their yellow, dark, and dingy HID and fluorescent fixtures for a safer, brighter environment with a two-year payback … and energy savings of 67%: “Thanks to our Litetronics LEDs, our lighting is so much brighter and whiter than before and will deliver a payback period that made our decision a no-brainer.”
Read their story →Now that you know what to look for in an LED fixture, let us tell you about the Litetronics products for warehouses that tick all those boxes.
Common Litetronics Fixtures for Warehouse Settings
While high bays are the most commonly used fixture types for LED warehouse lighting, we offer a full line of fixtures to complete your lighting plan.
Round High Bay PL
The LED Round High Bay PL is a one-for-one replacement for traditional fixtures in high ceiling locations that can reduce energy costs by 60%-80% over HID fixtures.
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LED Round High Bay SL
The new Litetronics LED Round High Bay SL with Selectable CCT and Selectable Watts is an affordable, one-for-one direct replacement for HID fixtures that delivers an immediate reduction in energy costs while improving the consistency and quality of light within a space.
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Hazardous Location LED High Bay
In environments requiring a heightened level of safety, these LED light fixtures for high ceilings minimize fire and explosion risks in industrial settings. These fixtures can be pendant or yoke mounted.
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LED Linear High Bay
The Linear High Bay can be individually fine-tuned to deliver the necessary light and functionality for the warehouse space. This highly efficient fixture can accommodate a pluggable sensor for occupancy sensing and daylight harvesting.
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Think There Are Only Five Benefits to LED Warehouse Lighting?
These are just a small handful of reasons why LEDs offer warehouse lighting that is brighter, safer, easier to control, and more energy-efficient.
As a recognized leader in LEDs for industrial and commercial spaces, Litetronics has the expertise you need to help you convert your building to brighter, longer-lasting LED lights. We’re easy to work with and offer a wide selection of high-efficiency products to help you complete your project. Get in touch with us today to request a quote or to learn more about what we can do for your facility.