Many factories and facilities are operating under inappropriate lighting conditions as a result of designs that are now outdated and obsolete in a World where LED lumen output has transformed lighting.
The performance of a well manufactured LED luminaire can be as much as 85% better than older technologies.
It is commonplace that with organic growth and changes in operational facilities that lighting has been added on an ad hoc basis over time with the result that the existing lighting has become excessive and an unnecessary expensive overhead.
In almost all instances a proper lighting design will put significant substantial savings on your bottom line while simultaneously improving your operating conditions.
Nordlands team of IESSA accredited lighting designers can assist you with lighting designs and surveys to ensure optimised operating.
Photometry and Lighting design explained.
Photometry refers to the science of measuring light and its properties, such as its intensity, distribution, and colour. In the context of lighting design, photometry is used to determine the amount and distribution of light produced by a lighting fixture, and how it will impact the surrounding environment. This information is used to create lighting systems that are energy-efficient, visually appealing, and meet specific requirements such as safety and visibility standards.
A photometric lighting design is essential for any industrial plant that wants to ensure maximum efficiency and safety. With a photometric lighting design, the level and distribution of light can be precisely tailored to the specific needs of the industrial plant. Typically, an optimised lighting design will include a provision for lumen losses over a forecast period to ensure that the placement of luminaires in a facility are designed to meet all regulated standards and an effective operating environment over an extended forecast period to ensure sustainability of a lighting project.
A well-planned lighting design involves considering factors such as energy efficiency, maintenance, and cost. This will result in a lighting system which provides adequate illumination for workers and machinery, minimise shadows and glare, and improve overall productivity while minimising on the CAPEX energy and future maintenance costs.
Additionally, a photometric lighting design can enhance the overall aesthetic of the plant and create a more comfortable working environment. For any industrial plant looking to maximize efficiency and safety, a photometric lighting design is an essential part of the process.
