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LMXLED LIGHTING THE WAY FOR TUNNEL APPLICATIONS UK based lighting manufacturer, LMXLED, has been lighting the way for tunnel applications with its recent commission of illuminating the two brand new 16km long Chiltern tunnels.
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his innovative and newly designed tunnel, which will link London with the major cities of the North, takes a sustainable and eco-friendly approach to design. Running beneath the hills, the tunnel ensures the woodlands and wildlife habitats above the ground are protected. The disruption to local communities during construction and the operation of the new railway will also be significantly reduced. This sustainable construction will offer low carbon journeys and will increase the capacity for more freight and local trains on existing mainlines. Having been appointed as one of the lighting suppliers for the Chiltern tunnel, LMXLED brings over 30 years of experience in the lighting industry to the project. With a strong emphasis on design and innovation, LMXLED incorporates the latest LED technologies within its product portfolio in order to maximise energy efficiency and
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ensure optimal illumination for the end user, whilst maintaining a core focus on reducing carbon emissions and the overall carbon footprint. LMXLED supplied INFINILED – a high quality, high voltage LED strip lighting solution bespoke for the Chiltern Tunnels, designed exclusively for tunnel applications which have very specific needs. The 150m solution, provided via a total of six 25m lengths, offer waterproof connectors at either end of the LED strip, and a T connector for emergency lighting wherever required. Each metre of strip features 120 LED’s offering optimum light 24 hours a day, seven days a week. With a market leading guarantee, this product offers stability and reliability. In addition to the considerations for water and emergency situations, the solution also boasts 1,000 rectifiers per 25m (as opposed the standard offer of one per 25m). This ensures smoother, uniform lighting, with less flicker and reduced heat, bringing a more reliable fitting. The special design reduces heat in two ways – by
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using 230vac and by having more rectifiers per metre compared to other solutions on the market. LMXLED offers its own exclusive mould to house its strip fitting, ensuring easy installation and a reduced risk of damage. All raw materials used (PCB, silicone, genuine 3M tape) are halogen free with certification. Darren Woodhouse, CEO LMXLED says, ‘’Within the tunnel’s temporary and permanent lighting environment, LMXLED have a vast range of lighting solutions. Our LED strip technology is at the forefront of future-proof design and quality, the INFINILED lighting solution is perfect for short and long-distance applications, reducing the need for continual access and maintenance as well as costly power solutions. We are proud to be part of this innovative project.’’ LMXLED also has plethora of tunnel projects in the pipeline for 2022 and beyond. LMXLED, lmxled.co.uk
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