13 Vlissingen, historic cast iron lampposts converted

The Vlissingen platform features historic cast-iron lampposts. The lamps on these lampposts had no optics and illuminated the platform in circles around the lampposts.

The existing lampposts were revamped with bespoke LED conversion units. The shades were replaced by transparent plastic shades (polycarbonate), reducing the amount of stray light. A prism optic was mounted above the led source, which focuses the light across the platform, preventing it from entering the trough. The LED light source illuminates the mirror from below so travellers are not blinded.

Above, the zero measurement at Vlissingen station. The old lighting was compliant the way we found it. The lampposts were converted to LED in view of energy savings and less maintenance.

The covered part of the platform also rests on the old castiron lampposts. No artificial light is needed here during the day, because enough light enters through the transparent skylight. A great example of the basic rule ‘daylight unless’ in RLN00012. We replaced the built-in fixtures in the existing canopy with LED built-in fixtures.

Tips and conclusions:

– Always try to preserve historic elements.

Transparent shades on fixtures reduce loss and stray light.

When applying transparent shades, ensure the light source is not blinding.

Give old lampposts and constructions a second life with new technology.

Renovation is more sustainable than new construction.