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News and appointments together with a handy events diary

Focus on people 12 Q&A – Illuminated thinking

Josef Valchar, CEO of Robe steps under the spotlight

16 Opinion – Blinded by the light John Fearon of Astro Lighting asks whether hotel lighting is always fit for purpose, particularly in the case of LED-only installations

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Regular columnist, Hugh King looks at the colour question

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Ben Cooper on lighting the 2011 New Zealand Music Awards

Focus on commercial 35 NeWS 37 Disaster avoidance Catherine Chetwynd looks at UK emergency lighting guidelines

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44 Project – Diva days Shopping for lighting in LA and San Francisco just got much easier with the arrival of Flos

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INTRODUCTION CELEBRATING LIFE – AND DEATH - IN THE DARK So, winter solstice, celestial birth and anything else we could celebrate during the dark months is behind us, the first lighting event of 2012 has been and gone and it’s almost time to decamp to The ARC Show.

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There’s something particularly satisfying in reaching this point in the annual lighting calendar; it always makes me think of spring and - bizarrely, being less dependent on artificial light. ARC heralds the longer days that we all miss so much at this time of year – and is all the more popular for that.

This year’s event has a very different feel – for the first time in the show’s history, it’s to have a curator - in the shape of Durham Marenghi. Renowned for his considerable theatrical lighting design talents, Marenghi has achieved worldwide fame with projects as diverse as lighting Roger Waters’ (ex-Pink Floyd) rendition of The Wall in Berlin; the Hong Kong handover ceremony; the London 2012 Olympic handover in Beijing and the New Year’s Eve lighting and fireworks event at the London Eye, which he’s been producing since 2004.

Bearing in mind the incredible changes we’ve all witnessed with the advent of the LED, one of the must-attend events will be the session on spectral equalisation. Apparently, the innovation – an industry exclusive presented by Joe Bokelman of ETC - will completely change the way in which colour is used in lighting, so miss it at your peril.

In the UK, opinions on the LED are still divided, although I think it’s fair to say we’ve all accepted that energy efficient lighting is a must, but interestingly, the US appears to be fighting the demise of the incandescent lamp. Did you know that across the Atlantic, 4060W incandescent lamps aren’t due to be withdrawn until 2014? Congress refused to allow the US Energy Department to implement efficiency standards until the end of September.

Currently all US manufacturers are required to make energy-efficient lamps, even though the Energy Department won't be able to fine those who violate the law. Most manufacturers have already made the changeover, but according to Bloomberg, the element of uncertainty created by the temporary ban on enforcement could prompt some to continue making 100watt incandescents and allow upstart companies to sell inefficient versions without fear of Government reprisals. That, in turn, could put manufacturers making energy-efficient bulbs at a competitive disadvantage – particularly if the American public doesn’t immediately take the energy efficient models to heart.

On a grim note, it had to happen before long, but the decision by local authorities around the UK to turn off street lamps at night to save money has resulted in the first fatality. Early on Christmas Day 2011, soldier Edward Heal was hit by a car in his home town of Clevedon in Somerset. With the advances in technology, turning off lights isn’t the answer to either energy reduction or cost cutting. Using the technology that’s available right now, every authority could be making huge savings – in both cash and energy usage – without putting a single life at risk.

It really is time that the powers that be took their heads from their collective rear ends and started to utilise the latest advances.

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Floodlight iGuzzini.com evolving iGuzzini has launched a corporate website, styled with a clean, fresh, and contemporary feel.

Navigating in the new site is planned to be a dynamic, immediate experience.

With its new look and improved structure, the site is designed to be more agile and easier to use.

The site offers a wide array of content spread over five main themed areas: products, projects, company, Light Campus and the company blog - which will follow in the coming weeks.

Each area is identified by a specific colour, designed to aid user navigation

and help people to immediately identify the area to which any given page belongs.

Pictures are a key feature and the range is impressive: from those showing the latest product releases and applications, to those of some of the most prestigious light projects undertaken by iGuzzini all over the world.

Featuring intuitive and user-friendly navigation, the site also shows a set of tools for rapid searching for any specific set of information: from partners to the software, from newsletters to access to social blogs.

The new site, www.iguzzini.com, was created by Metadesign of Zurich.

DALD WINS AGAIN

David Atkinson Lighting Design (DALD) picked up two awards at the 2011 Lux Awards, one of which was for a project supplied by AC Special Projects.

DALD won the Award for Architectural Lighting Project of the Year, for Sky Backstage and Sky Gallery at The O2, London, for which ACSP supplied a complete effects lighting solution. In addition, DALD won Lighting Design Practice of the Year for being ‘the consultancy which has exhibited the highest standards of innovation’.

AC Special Projects manager, James Bawn, commented: ‘We would like to congratulate David Atkinson on winning these influential awards. AC Special Projects is proud to have worked with DALD on another award-winning design.

It’s always a pleasure to help bring David’s innovative lighting schemes to life.’

Over the years, ACSP has To find worked with DALD on many all the latest prestigious projects, including news and the award-winning British diary dates, visit Music Experience at The O2 and the Centre of the Cell at TL magazine Whitechapel in London. online

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NEWS IN BRIEF Gateway to the East Abacus has secured new offices in the prestigious Gateway East building in Singapore, and appointed Benjamin Lim as the new regional sales director of Abacus in South East Asia.

The firm, which designs, manufactures and installs exterior lighting schemes ranging from roads and retail to airports and sports grounds, sees Singapore as an important staging post for its future growth into South East Asia.

Lim joins Abacus having held roles in international sales in the Middle East market; most recently working in a business development

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role for a major lighting distributor in Saudi Arabia and the GCC. Lim holds a Master’s of Science in Light and Lighting from University College London and a Bachelors of Engineering in Electrical Electronic Engineering from Imperial College, London.

Andrew Morris-Richardson, Group managing director of Abacus said: ’We are delighted to secure our new Singapore office location and announce Benjamin Lim’s appointment. In his new role, Benjamin will be responsible for the continued growth of the Abacus business in the South East Asia area.

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With new digital interfaces, sensor and memory functions, the devices meet all the requirements for dimmable light and open up countless possible applications.

The PCA range comprises: EXCEL one4all, ECO and BASIC. The EXCEL one4all series are so versatile and convenient that they open up new lighting solutions, meeting requirements both for fixtures and applications.

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Exam passes On November 16, five candidates successfully passed their final exam for the Lighting Association Manufacturing Training Course.

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Robe has established itself as the third largest moving light manufacturer in the world, not to mention one of the most innovative. Driving its success is the talented Josef Valchar. We caught up the chief executive officer to discuss the company’s continuing accomplishments

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Q&A Q. How did you first become involved in the lighting industry?

I studied electronics engineering at technical University i n Ostrava and specialised in lighting.

I was always fascinated by the possibilities of what you could achieve technically and creatively using light. After graduating, and doing a post grad source in basic economics and accountancy, I joined a small local lighting manufacturer in Moravia – that was in 1992. In 1994, Ladislav Petrek (one of the owners of that original company) and I formed a new sales and manufacturing operation, which became Robe in 1995.

Q. What sparked you passion for lighting?

At university I became interested in the technology and the creative results of applying lighting to different situations and circumstances. A bit later on, as I became acquainted with the entertainment industry, I found it an exciting, fast-paced environment, with lots of potential for innovation. Ideas were always welcomed and there was openness to experimenting and trying new avenues.

Q. Can you tell us a little about

People are becoming increasingly aware of how lighting can affect their lives, their work and their leisure time, so it’s a very exciting time right now

the history of Robe?

Q. Since joining in 1994, how has

Between 1994 and 2002 Robe became a major moving light OEM manufacturer, working with brands like Futurelight, Coemar, Movitech, Saggiter and Starway.

In 2002, Robe launched as an own brand at the SIB Rimini Show, by which time it already had considerable experience and a reputation for producing very well engineered and high quality products.

Now, Robe is one of the three largest moving light manufacturers worldwide. It has a wide range of moving lights, digital lightsources and LED fixtures – and also a sister company, Anolis, which manufactures cutting-edge standard and custom LED ranges for architectural, industrial and commercial applications.

the company progressed?

Q. What does your role at Robe entail?

As CEO, I am actively involved in sales, marketing and product development. A big part of my job entails extensive traveling and communicating face-to-face with the endusers of our products, seeing and appreciating their work, keeping in touch with forthcoming market demands and spotting future trends.

We started from the ground-up to get where we are now, with a very large production facility on two massive sites in Valašské Meziříčí, 360 employees and a worldwide distribution network in 90 countries.

Q. Why do you think Robe has been so successful?

It’s successful due to many, many things a lot of them interlinked. The key ones are bringing the right products to the market at the right time, being innovative and moving with the flow of the industry, keeping aware of and up-to-date with technical developments in areas like LED and discharge light sources and optics and staff commitments.

We have financial stability too; the company’s growth has been funded entirely out of ongoing and available cash flow.

Leading German designer Gunther Hecker used 22 Robe LEDWash 600s as his key fixtures for the just finished Die Söhne Mannheims European tour Robe moving lights took centre stage for the New Age Friendship Celebration Concert in Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban, South Africa

Q. What has been the most exciting moment of your lighting career to date?

Every day there are exciting moments.

Just being in the industry is exciting!

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Q&A If I had to pick one moment, it would be the year 2000, when we tripled the turnover of the company compared to the previous year – that was a landmark, and I realised that we were on to something.

Another landmark was 2011, when the ROBIN LEDWash 600 became the fastest selling product in the company’s history.

Q. How do live music and theatre performances differ?

They are usually completely different styles of performance genre, needing a different approach, although some theatre shows can resemble rock ‘n’ roll gigs, and some music performances can be lit extremely theatrically.

There are definitely some crossovers in the equipment used, while both production genres also have kit that is quite specific to their field.

Q. What equipment do you need to create a basic stage show and how do you go about it?

This is purely down to the vision and imagination of the lighting designer, and the time it takes depends on the individual nature of the show.

at the gig, the light weight means they need less rigging motors to be flown.

They also consume considerably less electricity than the previous versions – about 30 per cent less in fact, whilst outputting the same quality and quantity of light.

In September 2010, Robe launched its ‘Think of the Future – Consider Nature’ initiative to raise awareness of the need to produce genuinely more eco-friendly technology for the professional entertainment industry.

Q. Can you give us an insight into the future of lighting? What do the next five years have in store?

More LED utilisation! Lighting products will continue to get smaller and more efficient.

There will be increased awareness of how energy efficient lighting schemes can enhance buildings, urban environments and

entire cities. This will bring benefits from many different angles – aesthetic and practical.

Q. What do you personally hope to achieve with your career over the coming five years?

To continue doing what we are doing at Robe, and doing it well. Being innovative, cutting edge, and at the forefront of this exciting industry.

Q. Finally, what does lighting mean to you?

This year I will have been in the industry for 20 years so it’s my life and my passion.

People are becoming increasingly aware of how lighting can affect their lives, their work and their leisure time, so it’s a very exciting time right now.

There is huge potential and I am enjoying it more than ever.

The planet’s resources are fast running out and we all need to do what we can to save it for the future generations

Q. You have expressed your commitment to green issues.

Why is this so important to you?

The planet’s resources are fast running out and we all need to do what we can to save it for the future generations. However small a contribution that any individual can make, it’s really important and really worthwhile as together – collectively, we can make a difference.

Q. How do you raise awareness of the topic?

We have specifically developed our latest ROBIN ranges of moving head fixtures to be smaller, lighter, brighter and more environmentally friendly. They take up less truck space and are easier to transport so less fuel is potentially used. They are lighter, so can be rigged on smaller trusses which also take up less room in the truck, and when

Robe moving lights were the primary light fixtures used for the Israeli Opera’s ‘Aida’ at the 2011 Dead Sea & Jerusalem Opera Festival

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BLINDED BY THE LIGHT John Fearon, managing director of Astro Lighting turns the spotlight on hotels – and in particular their bathrooms. He questions whether the lighting is always fit for purpose, particularly in the case of LED-only installations.

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s people travel more, tastes are becoming more sophisticated and expectations increase in terms of what we expect from a hotel. In a competitive travel market, hotels are being forced to raise their game, resulting in an overall increase in standards - and lighting plays an important part in achieving this.

Even three-star hotels, for example, now need to include a reading light in addition to the usual bedside lamp, and aesthetics have become more important as guests expect contemporary design in addition to function. Bathrooms generally have become more important, as we see also in private homes. They are no longer just a place to get clean, but more of a living space in which to enjoy spending time. Fourand five-star hotels often include a rain shower and, space allowing, a separate walk-in shower in addition to the bath, so lighting must cater for these additional functions with the relevant IP ratings.

In order to achieve efficient room layouts, hotel bathrooms usually do not have the benefit of natural light, making the need to get the lighting right even more important. To meet the key requirements of general, task and ambient lighting, manufacturers need to provide a range of flexible solutions that can work with various room layouts, including the popular practice of filling the entire space above the basins with mirror. It is important to have good task lighting around the mirror, ideally at either side of the face in order to provide flattering illumination without shadows, so Astro for example has devised a system whereby a range of different lights can be affixed directly to the mirror surface, exactly where required.

I can’t talk about lighting these days without mentioning LEDs. This technology is approaching like a tidal wave, due to the large savings in both energy and maintenance costs that LEDs can achieve. There are even some projects where only LED lighting is specified, regardless of whether it is actually the best solution. Like computers, the cost is coming down all the time, while the performance is increasing. It is at times like this that the advice of a lighting specialist becomes even more necessary.

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Quadruple award success Exciting news from Havells-Sylvania means that for an impressive fourth time in a year, the company brought home the trophy from an industry related awards event; at last November’s FX awards, the Concord Beacon Muse, Havells-Sylvania’s ground-breaking LED luminaire won Lighting Product of the Year.

The other celebrations are for Best Interior Luminaire at the Lighting Design Awards, the 2011 Commercial Product of the Year at the Lighting Association’s annual award scheme and Interior Luminaire of the Year at the Lux Awards 2011.Kuldeep Vali, SBU director, Concord commented: ‘This achievement is special for us as it is an award recognised not just by the lighting industry but by the whole interior design industry, including architects and designers. It truly shows that Beacon Muse is a leader in lighting solutions and demonstrates our innovation and technical expertise in exploiting LED technology to bring a solution with a new value proposition to our customers. We are thrilled with what we have achieved and we have firm plans in place to build on this success going into 2012.’

The Beacon Muse LED uses cutting-edge technology and ancient lens principles to create a fully adjustable spotlight. The new Muse’s adjustable optic system provides a wide flood 65˚ beam angle which can be adjusted to a 10˚ spot without the need for additional lenses or reflectors.

This fully adjustable spotlight provides all the benefits of LED technology, no UV / IR radiation, 50,000 hours life at 70% luminous flux, maintenance free applications and a considerable reduction in energy consumption over traditional light sources such as halogen.

Energys launches funding scheme Energys Group is launching a lease arrangement for its energy-efficient lighting products. The scheme allows for instant carbon reduction and savings on electricity costs, but requires no capital investment and keeps the debt ‘off balance sheet’.

The scheme, which is subject to credit status, uses a standard commercial lease structure.

Customers can take advantage of the energy-saving potential of the company’s retrofit lighting converter without paying upfront costs.

The lease will be structured so that from day one, the monthly payments will be covered by the financial savings that result from lower electricity bills.

The client keeps all the remaining savings and also benefits from a greener site with a smaller carbon footprint and no further maintenance costs for the lighting system for the duration of the lease.

Analytik announces new relationship Analytik has linked up with German company, GL Optic, for the supply of spectroradiometers for use in both quality control and research applications for the growing lighting marketplace.

GL Optic Mini-Spectrometer is a practical and reliable handheld device specifically designed for the measurement and characterisation of light sources - especially LEDs providing accurate spectral information and colour coordinates conforming to CIE standards.

Dedicated software automatically calculates critical parameters such as colour temperature and colour rendering index, whilst different accessories are available for specialised measurements; including luminous flux of LEDs using the 48mm Integrating Sphere, and luminance of flat screen LCD displays using the display sensor optical probe.

TRAIN IN THE EAST Voltage optimisation company, EMSc UK is continuing to invite businesses in London, East Anglia and the East Midlands to attend free continuing professional/ personal development (CPD) seminars that will inform business professionals how they can reduce operating costs and improve overall efficiency through voltage optimisation.

The London seminar was held on January 25 at the Wellcome Collection Conference Centre. The East Anglia seminar will take place on February 21 at Norwich City Football Club; and the East Midlands seminar will be held at Nottingham Conferences on February 22.

Attendees will be able to identify low carbon initiatives, energy legislation and voltage optimisation solutions that can form part of their sustainability strategies, including presentations from industry experts and keynote speakers.

Speaking about the events, Nick Lee, marketing manager at EMS said: ‘Our free seminars aim to help businesses learn how they can benefit from voltage optimisation and the guaranteed cost savings the technology offers. They serve as a great platform for demonstrating the solution as a credible energy efficiency technology.’

Bookings can be made by calling 01709 836200, or emailing tracy.eaton@ems-uk.org

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SAVING THE PENNIES AND THE WATTS Since the EU ban on the manufacture and import of old fashioned, incandescent lamps in 2009, organsations have been revamping with energy efficient lighting.

Dawn Gay looks at the organisations - from national museums to private clubs who are saving on energy and expenditure

he Louvre Museum in Paris is currently undergoing an energy-saving LED overhaul. Toshiba is replacing the 4,500 original energyhungry Xenon fittings in the IM Pei’s iconic, 20-m high Louvre pyramid, the three smaller, surrounding pyramidions and the Colbert pavilion, with 3,200 new LED fittings. The environmentally conscious company ceased its production of general incandescent lamps back in March 2010.

It’s hoped the brand new lighting products, which will provide a soft glow every evening and night, will highlight the museum’s external beauty. The overall project includes high-beam lamps, which will illuminate the pyramid and the palace wall facade. Once the project is in place, Toshiba predicts the power consumption for exterior lighting will be reduced by 73 per cent, that’s 392,000 reduced to 105,000 watts of energy.

François Seguineau, executive vice president of Toshiba New Lighting System Division EU, says the Louvre project is one of the lighting division’s most iconic challenges so far: ‘Toshiba started to collaborate with the Louvre one

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year ago, when no existing LED products could ensure a perfect retrofit for its outdoor lighting. The Toshiba New Lighting Systems Division and the EU Division successfully tackled this technological challenge to help one of the most famous world monuments switch to energy-saving LED lighting solutions and adapt for the future.’

Toshiba marked the initial lighting of the UNESCO World Heritage site on 6 December 2011, switching on 350 of the final 3,200 lights. The facades of the main Cour Napoléon courtyard will be illuminated in April 2012, while it’s expected the whole courtyard will be completed by 2013.

ENVIRONMENTAL STREET-CRED On a local level, Norfolk based EnLight is streets ahead with its new centrally-controlled and Google maps-traceable street lighting system, which is already being trialled by local authorities after its December 2011 launch.

The ballast-regulated electrical circuit boasts an overall electrical energy

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efficiency of 95 per cent. Faults can be identified remotely and streetlights can be activated or dimmed to save energy from a central system.

Managing director of EnLight, David Aarons explains that this can potentially save precious pennies for councils who could dim the lights during low traffic hours around dawn, for example: ‘If a street lamp is dimmed by 20 per cent, you won’t be able to detect the change, yet for every £5 you were spending on electricity, you will now only spend £4. Our system gives them automatic control and enables them to save energy without turning off street lights.’

An efficient cluster control system is used to manage a group of lights in a village, area or street-by-street, and information on temperature, levels and mains power can be gathered from here to detect any faults swiftly. Therefore diagnostics can be fixed safely from an office rather than involving trips out to sites.

An analysis of each light’s performance is available online and via email. ‘We can tell whether the fault is with the lamppost or the mains supply. If the problem recurs at particular times, the engineer can be sent out then to ensure he is there when the fault occurs. The position of each lamp

If a street lamp is dimmed by 20 per cent, you won’t be able to detect the change, yet for every £5 you were spending on electricity, you will now only spend £4

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We wanted to radically downsize our carbon footprint, and of course save on energy costs is overlaid on Google maps, and viewing the surroundings helps the engineer predict the kind of problem they may encounter. The system can be set up to send an email to an engineer whenever a fault is detected,’ adds Aarons.

PITCHING THE BUDGET It’s not just large-scale projects that are embracing eco lighting and leading the way with LEDs. Smaller organisations can make savings and ensure lower carbon emissions with new technologies that are available to them.

Management at Coventry Golf Club recently cut their energy bill by 25 per cent and reduced CO2 emissions by five tonnes.

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‘We are committed to trying to reduce our consumables, both on and off the course.

As such, we decided to undertake a complete audit of our electricity consumption. We wanted to radically downsize our carbon footprint, and of course save on energy costs as bills continue to rise.’

The private members club has just picked up an English Gold Environment award for its sustainability project.

Rexel electrical suppliers made the initial recommendations and project managed the ensuing refit. They advised the club to fit energy saving lighting technology, including LEDs, presence detection and daylight harvesting to reduce its electricity bill.

Photovoltaic solar panels were also installed on the club roof to generate 3.6

kilowatts of free electricity every hour.

As a result, the club will benefit from the Government’s payback scheme of 43.1 pence per kiloWatt hour, which has generated them £1,500 of income so far and is forecast to provide £56,000 in the next 25 years.

Says Brian Smithers, business development director at Rexel: ‘Coventry Golf Club is a perfect candidate for solar panelling because of all the natural light. The lack of shade on the roof provided an ideal environment for the photovoltaic solar panel array, not only reducing the club’s carbon footprint but also generating long-term revenue.’

LED BLOCKBUSTERS LIET CORP, the commercial division of LED producer, OceanLED has led the way in LED installations within the hospitality sector, refurbishing high profile chain clients like Harvester, Pizza Hut, Costa Coffee and All Bar One with energy efficient solutions.

LIET CORP was also responsible for the lighting overhaul of the flagship IMAX in

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North London. No area was left unlit when the company got to work on the external canopy, lobby, confectionary counter, IMAX screen and additional screens, toilets, coffee shop and bar at the venue.

Engineers installed its bespoke LIET LED products, which are designed to replace traditional down lighters, spotlights and fluorescent tubes.

‘LIET12, our metal halide replacement system, was installed to deliver in excess of 1000 lux throughout the space,’ explains a spokesperson from LIETCORP. The main challenge was to supply adjustable lighting for the auditoria, which must be dimmable for movie viewing and bright enough for cleaning. ‘We were able to supply LIETs that are bright enough to allow cleaners to clean the cinema between films, but are also able to dim down, flicker-free, to just three lux during each screening. All this was achieved using controlsmart technology,’ says the spokesperson.

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New Zealand lighting designer, Ben Cooper utilised Robe LEDWash moving light fixtures for the 2011 Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards (VNZMAs), which honoured the very best of the region’s established and emerging talent spanning a diversity of genres

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Cooper was lighting the event for the second year, bringing a fresh and innovative style to the visual feast, with all the lighting equipment supplied by his own Auckland-based rental company, Spot-Light Systems. The company

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specialises in supplying international music tours and events and has a long history of involvement in the local music scene, having been involved with the lighting and design of the VNZMAs event for nearly two decades.

This year’s set, designed by Robin Rawstone, contained multiple video elements and LED screen surfaces, which were raised off the ground to allow for the entrance and exit o f artists, and rolling risers to be pushed on and offstage at the back for quick changeovers.

Cooper, Rawstone and production manager, Peter Grumley worked closely to evolve a bespoke aesthetic for the fast-paced show, and to ensure that all the lighting, set and digital scenic elements worked in harmony.

The LEDWashes were specifically positioned to provide back and ‘black hole’ fillers beneath the LED screens for specific camera shots. The fixtures were configured in 37-channel mode, with all LEDs being individually addressed, allowing the creation of funky, kaleidoscopic patterns on the rings – one of the special features of Robe’s LEDWash series.

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Extremely bright and delivered exactly what was required, plus the flexibility to run them in zones and programme so many different shapes and effects was amazing The LEDWashes are a relatively new edition to Spot-Light’s rental stock. The first batch was purchased in May, and that was followed up by more just prior to the event.

Cooper had used LEDWashes only once before spec’ing them onto the NZMAs, which involved a completely different context –a charity gig in a hotel ballroom for front light.

However, this was enough for him to realise their potential and he jumped at the chance to use them for the awards. ‘I like trying out new and exciting technology, so this was the perfect chance,’ Cooper explained, emphasising that lights positioned in the ‘back-of-camera’ are absolutely crucial. He needed fixtures with real power, punch and impact to fulfil the role.

‘They were awesome,’ he continued.

‘Extremely bright and delivered exactly what

was required, plus the flexibility to run them in zones and programme so many different shapes and effects was amazing.’ He added that as a new product to Spot-Light’s inventory, the team are all still at the start of their creative learning curve with the LEDWash 600, a process in which he and his staff are very much looking forward to engaging.

The lighting for the 2011 VNZMAs was controlled via three Avolites Pearls running Expert Titan software and the latest touch screen wings. The show was programmed and run by Cooper and Chris Browne.

_____________________________ Contacts: Robe Lighting www.robe.cz Spot Light systems www.spot-light.co.nz

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BEACON MUSE LED HI-OUTPUT 26W A SOURCE OF INSPIRATION Concord’s award-winning* Beacon Muse LED range is set to receive further accolade with the announcement of a 26W version.

This new design retains the breakthrough light control – it provides for a variable beam angle; from 65° to 10° – with high efficacy of its 13W counterpart, but gives higher output, thereby extending the scope of LEDs for accent and display spotlighting. Available in 3000K or 4000K colour temperatures, built in dimming (including DALI), a typical CRI of 95, and a lifespan of 50,000 hours.

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The ever expanding range of Casell lamps are exclusively manufactured for The Lamp Company. Director Ian Fursland writes, “we have always been very proud of our independence from manufacturers. Our own Casell range means we can offer customers excellent quality products at exceptionally good value prices.”The range includes energy saving candle, GLS, spiral, PAR bulbs, reflectors, halogens, LED PARs and many more. For general enquiries and purchases please phone now on 01462 490066, email sales@lampco.co.uk or visit www.lampco.co.uk.

Light Spark has built up their strong reputation by supplying LED Floodlights for both commercial and residential use.The flagship model is the 36 watt unit which in its warm white guise is perfect for domestic and smaller commercial applications with its light output matching the appearance of traditional lighting but using a fraction of the power.

The pure white unit maximises light output for the more commercial / security based scenarios and Light Spark has a vast experience in supplying these for many different applications.

Light Spark takes pride in the fact that they are one of the few websites to actually show “in use” pictures and offer sample units on a refundable basis to new customers as it’s believed that the units sell themselves.

The 36 watt units are competitively priced at just £114.99 making them a real halogen alternative.

All enquiries, big or small, are welcome.

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B&T LIGHTING

01507 328031 | www.bt-lighting.co.uk B&T Lighting is at the forefront of the LED revolution and is now a proud UK Partner with Digital Lumens. B&T Lighting now offers one of the most energy-efficient high-bay and mid-bay lighting solutions on the market.

Only the Digital Lumens’ Intelligent Lighting System integrates next generation LEDs, networking and software to reduce lighting-related energy use by up to 90%. Built for industrial facilities and deployed in rugged environments, the system is designed for lighting retrofits and new construction projects. Facility managers have never had this much control over light delivery and energy use.

NVC has launched a complete range of LED amenity products.

These are an energy saving, low maintenance alternative to 28W 2D, ideal for use in stairwells and corridors. The range stretches from decorative IP40 fittings to IP65 vandal resistant fittings.

The entire range uses 16W LED to replace 28W LED, so substantial energy savings are assured. It is available in standard and emergency versions.

The LED amenity range comes complete with a specially designed diffuser which provides excellent light transmission and a very even distribution, avoiding the glare that is common with cheaper LED products and the lamp-image that is common with 2D fittings.

For greater energy savings, sensors can also be used. Unlike traditional 28W fluorescent lamps, LEDs are not adversely effected by frequent switching. This means that sensors can be installed to control LEDs with complete confidence, and to maximise energy savings they can be set to a short time delay.

LUCID LIGHTING 01633 877997 | www.lucid-lighting.com Lucid Lighting is pleased to introduce two brand new products, the DS-1 and the NetBox: The DS-1 brings a range of single channel microprocessor dimmers and controllers to its network lighting system. Designed to bring more lighting and building control circuits under the umbrella of the Lucid control system protocol. The compact DS-1 modules can be positioned discretely within wall cavities, ceiling voids, and on/in cupboards. They can control all dimmable lighting loads, e.g. tungsten, low voltage, fluorescent, DALI, DSI, 1-10V, LED RGBW drivers, along with switching for other ancillary devices including assisted living technologies.

The NetBox is our Ethernet Network Bridge. Along with a free app downloaded from iTunes, this will turn a smart device into a multi-room, multi-scene controller giving access to adjust all the features and settings of our lighting control system. This includes Zones, Scenes, Timed events, GPS Trip-point events, Home and Away settings and much more.

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LSii EUROPE

01279 874430 | www.lsii-europe.com The XHB3 delivers the perfect combination of low energy consumption and high lumen output. Designed for industrial, retail, commercial interiors and engineering workshops, the XHB3 offers you a fixture that can deliver a whiter, brighter light that will increase energy efficiency and reduce monthly energy costs when compared to traditional high bay lighting. Available with 104 and 128 LEDs, the housing has been designed to discourage birds from roosting. The XHB3 includes a 5 year warranty and IP67 optical which virtual eliminates maintenance. For further information please contact Brian Glynn on 01279 874430 or email brian@lsii.co.uk or visit our website www.lsii-europe.com

Havells Sylvania 01273 616210 | www.havells-sylvania.com Perfect Convenience from the New Sylvania RefLED SA111!

LED lamps are gaining in popularity due to their energy efficiency and long life. Sylvania has launched the new RefLED SA111 to replace the halogen SA111 lamp and meet the demands for LED replacement lamps for existing halogen products.

Ian Major, Product and Marketing Manager – UK Lamps, comments: “End users have woken up to the benefits of LED technology and are looking for equivalents to replace their existing lamps.

The SA111 halogen is a hugely popular format and there is a real need for an LED version. Our new RefLED SA11 is the only lamp on the market which has the same attractive design as the halogen equivalent and we have managed to achieve this by placing the LED’s placed at the back of the antiglare shield to keep the aesthetics the way architects and designers love them.”

The RefLED SA111 has an aluminium patented spiralised reflector design that delivers uniform light distribution. The lamp is energy efficient and has a long life of 25,000 hours. The length of the time the lamp can be relied upon to operate ensures that there is a short payback period for any investment. The energy saving potential in comparison with halogen equivalents makes the RefLED SA111 the perfect choice for all types of retrofit and new build project.

Ideal for retail display and the hospitality sector, the RefLED SA111 is particularly suited for use in supermarkets and convenience stores as the lamp does not emit UV or IR rays, so light-sensitive products, such as food, are protected.

Also the lamp creates less heat than comparative products so air conditioning costs will be lower in the long run. In addition to this, to ensure it is in keeping with its halogen alternative, HavellsSylvania has created the new lamp in a warm white light to make certain the same ambience is created from an LED light source.

Vistalight

020 3157 4058 | www.vistalight.net LENS is a new LED self-contained architectural emergency luminaire, small in size the LENS luminaire seamlessly integrates into any project, with trimless & trimmed recessed options as well as surface, pendant and IP66 rated options too. Maintained versions can come with an integral light sensor, with the ability to switch on and off if there is insufficient daylight, the technology used in the luminaire allows less power consumption which means reduced battery size & higher efficiency. LENS produces 140 lumens during its 3 hour emergency duration, complying to all UK and European regulations, the LENS fitting is manufactured to a very high standard. Along with the mounting variants LENS has auto-test mode, digital feedback and remote controlled test.

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Elstead Lighting

01420 82377 | www.elstead-lighting.co.uk NEW Architectural Range of outdoor lights from Elstead Lighting Elstead will showcase a new comprehensive range of energy efficient architectural products at ARC 2012 under the LUTEC brand. They are modern European designs and all made from high pressure die-cast aluminium construction with UV stable polycarbonate lenses. Paint finishes are guaranteed for 5 years and most products have photometric data available.

All models use CREE LED and have super low energy consumption, yet give very high light performance that is cool and safe to touch. Many designs have been created in accordance with the low light pollution level requirements on public buildings. There are many versatile and directional fittings in the range, giving excellent lighting design scheme opportunities. Featured is the SPRILL pillar light.

To preview the products visit ARC – stand M44A. Catalogue and Stock available April 2012.

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Jands Vista gets festive at White’s Chapel UMC Three Jands Vista T2 consoles, each running next generation v2 software, were used to control lighting and media at White’s Chapel United Methodist Church in Dallas, Texas.

In the run up to Christmas a spectacular show, Celebrate The Light, was projected onto the front of the impressive façade of the church building up to six times each night, drawing crowds of up to 5,000.

Tim Georgeff, the church’s creative director, had been working towards producing a Christmas projection presentation on the building for some time.

With the help of Steve Alford of Alford Media – who supplied three Barco 20K FLM projectors and a pair of Green Hippo Grasshopper media servers - as well as

local graphic designer David Koss, this became a reality for Christmas 2011.

The Vista controlled the Grasshopper media servers to create the detailed video presentation the team were after. Vista’s graphical interface made the process fast, accurate and smooth.

Throughout the festive season, White’s Chapel ran events including a major annual Christmas musical. This year’s production, Born Where the Shadows Lie, has lighting designed by Keith Allen from Alford Media.

Fixtures include VARI*LITE VL 3000s, Martin Professional MAC 550s and GLP Volkslicht LED washes , Chroma-Q Color Block DB4 LED battens, plus ETC Source Four profiles, PARs and fresnels.

Fragment retention lamps manufacturer, GlassGuard has recently completed a relamping project at Thetford Town FC. The project included the installation of BlackBand fragment retention lamps in the home and visiting team dressing rooms, for an improved safety profile where broken glass could risk player injury. The referee’s room, physiotherapy room and the kitchen have also received upgraded BlackBand lamps, while halogen spotlights were installed in the clubhouse bar, providing improved lighting as well as 30% energy savings.

‘Safety is absolutely key in a changing room environment,’ says marketing manager, Stewart Damonsing. ‘Lamps risk breakage at times of maintenance or if struck by accident, for instance by a stray ball. A broken lamp can spread glass particles over a wide area, posing a real danger to those using the facilities. Glass containment with BlackBand lamps is absolutely vital for improved health and safety for players, staff and officials.’

Natural disasters lead to wake up call Surprisingly, emergency lighting is only required to run for 90 minutes during a power cut.

However, following the number of natural disasters this year it has been highlighted to the emergency lighting industry that this may not be long enough. Although the OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) only requires 90 minutes, enough time for many evacuations to be completed, in some instances this may not be enough.

In some situations emergency lighting may be needed even if an evacuation is not. For example strong winds may bring power lines down, but an evacuation is not necessary. However, after 90 minutes, workers would be left in darkness.

In all places of work where there is the possibility of a power cut, it is necessary to invest in emergency lighting that will stay alight when it’s most needed.

Multiload shortlisted Multiload Technology has been shortlisted for the 2012 Lighting Design Awards. The company entered MoodMaker, a sophisticated scene setting lighting system, which is easy to install, user-friendly and highly reliable. It works without microprocessors and memory chips, which are susceptible to corruption, offering instead a fresh approach to lighting controls, which puts the user in total control of the installation.

Brian Cuthbertson, managing director of Multiload, said: ‘We are delighted MoodMaker has been shortlisted for the 2012 Lighting and Design Awards. This truly innovative product represents a real step forward in the design of lighting control systems.

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As with many lighting applications, the sector is increasingly using LED luminaires, which are more expensive but more economical, efficient and longer lasting than their fluorescent counterparts.

Standard warranties are one year and emergency systems are either wired separately from the building’s main lighting system or have a battery back-up in event of a power failure.

Mains lighting can also be converted into an emergency system by adding a battery supply or attaching an LED to the mains that will be triggered in an emergency. Otherwise, systems are either a maintained function, which stays on all the time; or non-maintained, which comes on in the event of mains supply failure.

In many cases, functionality is not enough, and aesthetics are bringing to bear their influence in the industry. ‘Designers of buildings are raising awareness of user functionality and demanding greater details in lighting design,’ says Chew. ‘In recognition of this, we tailor projects to customers’ needs.’

Regular testing of emergency systems is increasingly automated. Addressable systems perform the necessary scheduled tests in accordance with BS5266, and each luminaire then ‘reports back’ to a central panel or computer with the test results. Any malfunctions are highlighted at the central point, giving the address of the faulty luminaire.

Relatively new to the industry is Digital Addressable Lighting Technology (DALI), which enables the use of a mixture of manufacturers’ emergency luminaries on

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DiSaSTer AVOIDANCE Catherine Chetwynd discusses the current regulations for emergency lighting applications in the UK and asks some serious questions about our safety

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he recent proliferation of natural disasters in the UK has highlighted the crucial role emergency lighting plays – whether in the case of fire or flood, or the bringing down of power lines. But it has also raised a questionmark over the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standard that emergency lighting is required to run for 90 minutes only.

Is that long enough? This is particularly worrying in the event of a power cut, where an evacuation of premises isn’t necessary, but where work would have to stop without light after 90 minutes.

However, the British Standards (BSI) and European Norm (EN) – a pan-European standard – require either one hour or three hours, depending on the application, and according to product marketing manager, emergency lighting, for Cooper Industries, James Beresford, the UK industry defaults to three hours to capture all eventualities.

This certainly applies to both Cooper Industries and Ringtail, and as design director for Ringtail, Jordan Chew points out: ‘This also provides the emergency services with a means of navigating the area effectively.’

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The Fire Safety Order Directive of 2005 requires that emergency lighting be periodically tested for correct operation, and records kept each addressable system. ‘Using DALI, we can offer a full addressable emergency lighting system that can be incorporated in existing DALI networks and building management systems,’ explains Chew.

BSI recommends that all emergency lighting should have a function test once a month to check that each luminaire is working, plus a full rated duration test annually, after which it should be recharged. ‘These ensure that the lumen output is maintained to provide secure viewing distances in the event of an emergency,’ he says. ‘The longevity and security of the luminaire is dependent on the commitment and vigilance of the user.’

In addition: ‘The Fire Safety Order Directive of 2005 requires that emergency lighting be periodically tested for correct operation, and records kept,’ says Cooper Industries’ James Beresford. Any building owner or manager in breach of this and not maintaining compliance with current standards risks legal prosecution, with a financial penalty or custodial sentence a possible outcome.

Safelincs is an international fire safety retailer, which sells relevant products and provides a nationwide fire safety service, including fire extinguisher maintenance and fire alarm panel installations. The company stocks Ringtail products and has installed them on its premises.

‘We have standard economy bulkhead fire exit boxes in our building, although we have never had to put them to the test,’ says product manager, Stuart Baxter.

‘Ringtail is one of the few companies that offers threeyear warranties and offers good alternative cost savings

in terms of self-test and LED functionality. Self-test LEDs are more expensive but you save money because they don’t have to be monitored independently, they are more energy-efficient and they last longer.’

Safelincs supplied the emergency lighting system for Westfield Stratford City near the Olympic Park.

‘We supplied the units on DALI, which is quite new to the industry - it is still niche. Everything is on a central control panel, which makes testing and control easier.

It is a self-checking system but you still have to carry out an annual system check, where you cut the power and wait for three hours, to make sure the emergency system stays on, and then turn the power back on.’

Even given every conceivable precaution, one of the worst crises is fire and associated smoke, through which emergency lighting has to shine like a beacon. ‘Escape route signs are a mandatory requirement, to provide indication of the correct path to exit a building in the event of fire, with stringent standards regarding their operation and application,’ reminds Beresford.

Top right and facing: Ringtail bulheads Above and below: Ringtail illuminated exit signs

_____________________ Contacts: Ringtail www.ringtail.co.uk Cooper www.cooperindustries.com Safelincs www.safelincs.co.uk

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Diva days Flos, the renowned Italian lighting manufacturer has opened stores in the US, providing the people of LA and San Francisco with access to its product offering

he Los Angeles store, located at 303 Robertson Blvd, is part of the Diva Group, a well-known destination for high end modern and contemporary furniture and lighting. Flos’ Chairman and CEO, Piero Gandini, hosted an opening party, with designer Ron Gilad as special guest.

Flos classics, such as Arco, Taraxacum and Toio by Castiglioni, as well as new favourite, Wallpiercing were on display alongside the simplistic Lightspring and La Linea and the inventive Miniteca table lamp, all designed by Gilad. The Ktribe by Philippe Starck, Glo-Ball by Jasper Morrison and Skygarden and Zeppelin suspension lamps

by Marcel Wanders, are some of the other products that are featured in the showroom.

The San Francisco shop is located inside the Dzine showroom in the city’s design district. The store opened the day after Los Angeles, with a second VIP event attended

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Flos’ products are showcased in a dedicated space within the store, and are also exhibited in the central window where a display will be curated by a selection of local designers on a quarterly rotation.

The inaugural window was designed by Nicole Hollis Design.

In addition to a wide range of decorative lighting, Dzine showcases several bespoke and innovative options for contract and hospitality settings. Flos’ Soft Architecture line features lighting that fuses seamlessly with its surroundings. Created using an innovative composite material that is both strong and lightweight, Soft Architecture delivers performance and durability while lending a spectacular look to any setting.

In addition, it fully complies with the most recent international safety and ecocompatibility regulations.

Born in Tel Aviv and now a resident of New York, Ron Gilad’s work combines a practical sensibility with an unexpected aesthetic verging on the border between the abstract and the functional. His work ranges from

one off pieces to limited editions and series production, has no expiry date and can be found both in public and private collections all over the world. His designs for Flos are a continuation of the work for which he is so well known.

‘We are excited to showcase our products and to bring more visibility to Flos on the West Coast,’ said Gandini. ‘Both Diva Group and Dzine, with their impressive collections of modern and contemporary furniture and lighting lines and designers, are ideal partners for us in the US market.’

Founded in 1962 in Italy, FLOS is an international company that offers a range of lighting products and systems for residential and architectural applications. Known for its creative and innovative lighting solutions, the company can boast a rich catalog of iconic products created by legends of design like Achille Castiglioni, Philippe Starck, Antonio Citterio, Marcel Wanders, Konstantin Grcic, Jasper Morrison, Patricia Urquiola, Ron Gilad, and many others. FLOS shows constant commitment to technological research and innovation, together with an extraordinary capacity to spot new creative talent. With the recent launch of the Soft Architecture collection, an avant-garde project which has received top international awards, the company gave further proof of a wellestablished brand’s ability to look to the future without forgetting its own tradition.

Flos has flagship stores in Rome, Milan, Paris, Hong Kong, Stockholm, London, New York and Lyon.

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5 star cases 0845 5000 555 | www.5star-cases.com Wisbech – UK based 5 Star Cases Limited will be once again displaying a range of custom built and ‘standard’ products at the forthcoming PLASA Live at Earls Court. 5 Star is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2011 and is a well recognised name in the case industry.

Amongst displaying a selection of ‘Special Projects’ cases, the recently introduced Arena Mini GP general purpose road trunks will also be featured on the booth. The basic brief in launching the Arena Mini GP trunks is that not every company uses articulated lorries to move their equipment.

For those who prefer to think smaller, the Mini GP trunks, a new addition to the Arena range. Manufactured in 5 Star’s UK factory to the same high standard as the rest of the popular Arena cases, they are a perfect compromise of strength and load capacity. Available in four ideal sizes, extra small, small, medium and large, and options such as foam lining, stacking castor cups, PAL label dish and more. See the Mini GP trunks and more on the 5 Star booth. Hall 1 – K13

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01273 616210 | www.havells-sylvania.com At least 12 million people across Northern Europe are thought to suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)*. To counteract this growing problem, Havells-Sylvania has launched the Sylvania Activa-Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Lamp; an innovative solution for the workplace which aims to boost the energy, alertness and productivity of staff. The lamp, which is available in T5 and T8 sizes, offers a full-spectrum, high colour rendering light with a colour temperature of 6500K, a daylight characteristic light which will trick the users mind into believing they are surrounded by daylight at all times.

Built upon our innovative Crossover® LED platform, the XHB delivers the perfect combination of low energy consumption and high lumen output. Suited for a diverse range of applications this luminaire is as happy in a -18oC cold store as it is in an engineering workshop or a sports hall. The XHB3 offers you a luminaire that can deliver a whiter, brighter light that will increase energy efficiency and reduce energy costs when compared to traditional high bay lighting.

Available with 104 and 128 LEDs, the XHB has a number of features that cannot be found in any other luminaire of its type: Sensors in the driver and optical unit actively monitor the luminaires running temperature, reducing the drive current in 5% steps allowing the fitting to cool should heat begin to build above its design limit. The optic is sealed to IP67, yet an innovative Teflon® breather valve eliminates pressure build up within the optical unit, preventing damage to the seals and optical array. Our patented integral single air blade heat sink does not trap dirt or debris, ensuring the performance over the life time of the luminaire. The XHB is also available with 0-10v dimming, allowing it to be interfaced to virtually any BMS or lighting control system. We only drive the XHB3 at 450mA, helping keep energy consumption to a minimum and limit the build up of heat. The housing has been designed to discourage birds from roosting.

With a full 5 year warranty the XHB3 delivers the perfect combination of low energy consumption and high lumen output without the need for costly maintenance.

LSii Europe, the European division of LSi International offer complete design and after sales service. For further information please contact Brian Glynn.

iGuzzini

01483 468 000 | www.iguzzini.co.uk iGuzzini has developed its current Linealuce line by introducing the new Mini version measuring only 43mm in width and 37mm in height. The new version comes with differing LED power levels to suit a wide variety of applications and a patented optical wall wash system that ensures total uniform illumination of vertical surfaces. Also another important feature is that all LED’s are spaced equally, even when putting two or more luminaires together so again ensuring total uniform wallwash.

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01403786601 | www.elp.uk.com LD-SM-NM3 Surface Mounted LED emergency lighting downlight The LDE3 range of recessed LED downlights have been very successful for Emergency Lighting Products Limited but customers have asked for a self-contained unit for surface mounting direct to ceilings.

Therefore, ELP has launched the LD-SM range of surface mounted, non-maintained 3Watt LED downlight units with a choice of a wide angle symmetrical lens for open areas or the assymetric ‘Corridor’ lens for escape routes.

The LD-SM units utilize a neat white steel box and facia plate fitted with a standard LDE 3Watt downlight and enclosing the LDCK700S emergency driver kit to provide a discrete and attractive self-contained, 3hour duration non-maintained emergency fitting.

The 145mm square x 40mm high enclosure has a rear BESA entry and 20mm knock-outs on two sides for surface conduit entry and is very simple and quick to install. With over 100Lumens output and excellent performance the LD-SM units can typically be mounted at approximately 8metre centres for open areas and 11metre centres for escape routes ensuring a cost effective installation.

Glass Guard

01842 763752 | www.glassguard.co.uk GlassGuard® Fragment Retention Lamps GlassGuard® produces Europe’s widest range of fragment retention lamps, providing a solution for all businesses and organisations wishing to eliminate glass contamination and injury from accidental lamp breakage.

GlassGuard®’s extensive range of products is designed to provide the highest level of protection for the food production, pharmaceutical, hotel and catering industries as well as public areas such as schools, leisure centres and hospitals.

GlassGuard®’s fragment retention coating is applied to a full range of lamp types, including the highly regarded GlassGuard BlackBand® range of fluorescent lamps which are manufactured to IEC 61549 (BS EN 61549) Fragment Retention Lamp Standard.

Cooper lighting 01302 303106 | www.cooperindustries.com i-P65 is a weatherproof, high specification, competitively priced emergency LED bulkhead utilising the latest LED and optic technology. i-P65 can be used to provide emergency lighting, as a single sided exit sign or double sided exit sign with a common look and feel where aesthetics are a primary concern. i-P65 has been designed for ease of installation, reduced power consumption, minimal maintenance, reducing the TCO (total cost of ownership).

Contact Details Cooper Lighting and Safety Ltd Wheatley Hall Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire DN2 4NB Contact: Sales Tel: 01302 303106 E-Mail: james.beresford@cooperindustries.com

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Ringtail Lighting

01772336335 | www.ringtail.co.uk Ringtail Lighting are a leading manufacturer of emergency lighting products in the UK aiming to create new and exciting emergency.

For over 10 years we have been providing standard off the shelf emergency lights and bespoke designed units that fit exactly to your requirements. We understand that sometimes a standard luminaire will just not do and something more decorative is required.

At Ringtail Lighting we have extensive expertise in research and development and are committed to bringing you the latest emergency lighting technology.

We manufacture: LED Emergency Lighting Standard Emergency Lighting Bespoke/Specialist Emergency Lighting Decorative Emergency Lighting Ringtails Lighting’s new LED Downlights are advanced energy saving luminaires that outperform halogen and CFL. Our TWR range use high-illumination white LED’s in a 50mm diameter housing. It is extremely discreet and is available in round or square formats. Its high output light source together with its low power consumption means we can use a smaller battery pack, giving greater energy efficiency.

Specification Available in 3 watt non maintained variants the TWR & TWS luminaires are designed to be used as a stand alone unit that is passed through a 40mm diameter cut out.

Consisting of a articulated module and battery pack these and are simply passed through the cut out into the hole above. This unit is the ultimate in concealed emergency lighting and suitable for incorporation into an emergency lighting system complying with BS5266-1:2005. Also available is an intumescent hood to restore the fire rating of the ceiling if required.

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Jands Vista win The smallest pair in the Jands Vista lighting and media control range has won the award for Best Moving Light Console – Small Format, at the 2011 WFX expo in Dallas, Texas.

The portable and compact Vista M1 and Vista S1 shared the spotlight, together with the second generation of software for the range - Vista v2 - which was launched earlier in the year.

The Awards are an integral element of the high profile annual WFX show, and are designed to honour the most innovative products available. The winners are selected by a panel of industry experts.

The award was collected on behalf of Jands by VP of sales and marketing at North American distributor, AC Lighting Inc, Fred Mikeska. On accepting the award Mikeska commented: ‘The team at Jands is really in tune with the market,

they listen carefully to all of the input and feedback they receive from our extensive list of users. The Vista range is a great example of a company listening closely to its user base, then delivering a product that meets their needs. Vista v2 gives users of all levels the tools to deliver great looking events quickly and easily without having to resort to hours of complicated programming’.

Vista v2 was designed from the ground up to allow all levels of user to get the most from whatever mix of technology they have available, whether dimmers, moving lights, LED or media.

It continues to make a big impact worldwide with recent tours and shows, including Third Day, Sara Bareilles, Adele, Pulp, The Year of the Forest WWF Fund, Vienne Jazz Festival and Finland’s European Capital of Culture opening ceremony in Turku.

Revend Recycling Ltd has announced the launch of an innovative reverse vending recycling machine for the collection and recycling of domestic lamps and batteries.

The patented reVend reverse vending recycling machine has been jointly designed and developed by Revend Recycling and Norwegian company, Repant ASA, The lamp recycling machine has an add-on unit, as an option, for the collection and recycling of domestic batteries which contain valuable and scarce natural mineral resources.

Increased demand for recycling lamps, and the international change over to CFL and LED domestic lamps as well as the recycling of domestic batteries is a key environment policy for all Governments, the EU Commission and the United Nations.

Recycling rates in the domestic lighting industry are in sharp focus internationally as significant waste tonnage amounts remain untreated and unprocessed.

Used lamps frequently end up in landfill sites at considerable environmental and financial cost.

The new range of recycling machines should help to increase national recycling rates and assist companies and organisations to comply with their recycling targets and environmental recycling obligations.

Havells strengthens CFL offering Havells-Sylvania has boosted its CFL range with the introduction of the Mini-Lynx (ML) Classico, ML Spiro Superior and ML Home.

Announcing this initiative, Suzanne Cowley SBU CFLi lamps manager said: ‘As consumers and businesses aim to save energy and costs, they look at different technologies to help them meet their needs.

Lamps and lighting have a key role to play in this regard.

Compact fluorescent lamps offer major cost-saving benefits

to consumers right now and they are available at extremely affordable prices We have extended and improved our CFL series to offer a very cost efficient, performance-led choice in lamps.’

As the phasing out of incandescent lamps progresses across Europe, alternatives are required. Unfortunately, over recent years, the market has been flooded with unregulated, poorly-designed and inefficient lamps which do not deliver on their packaging

promises. In order to redress the balance, Sylvania’s CFL range, which meets or exceeds all relevant regulations, can be trusted to offer consumers affordable, efficient and effective lamps in a wide variety of sizes, shapes, outputs and designs.

The new ML Classico 7W & 11W are exact size replacements for A55 & A60 incandescent GLS lamps. As today’s decorative fittings are getting smaller and more compact, the ML Classico’s

smaller sizes make it ideal for residential environments. The improved cover design of this lamp removes the unsightly plastic base of previous models, ensuring all-round illumination with no dark areas.

The ML Spiro Superior and ML Home address the widespread concerns of slow lamp start when it comes to using CFL’s at home with their instant start feature.

ML Home is a price-fighting 8,000-hour lamp, which broadens Sylvania’s stick range.

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When it comes to regeneration and development, bridge lighting projects are adding sparkle to both old landmarks and contemporary structures.

Dawn Gay looks at how bridges are illuminating the urban landscape An Olympic message: Tower Bridge City of London, EDF Energy and General Electric have raised their collective game by backing an energy-efficient overhaul of Tower Bridge’s lighting system in time for the London 2012 Olympics and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee flotilla on the Thames in June.

The new, sustainable and low-carbon LED system powered by EDF is predicted to reduce energy consumption by 40 per cent.

Plans to replace the original 25-year-old system were granted by Southwark Council in October 2011. Lord Mayor, Boris Johnson commented: ‘Tower Bridge is one of this city’s most stunning landmarks, recognised the world over and therefore deserving of a starring role in these year-long celebrations. I am thrilled to have brokered this deal – at no cost to the taxpayer - to bathe Tower Bridge in eco-friendly light to create a fresh perspective of this wonderful icon.’

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French company, Citelum has been awarded the contract to design the lighting, which will be draped between the two neo-gothic towers and will morph through a set colour scheme to suit the occasion. The company has also designed impressive bridge lighting systems for Ho Chi Minh City’’s Thu Thiem and Phu My bridges. ‘Our lighting is designed to highlight the bridges’ three functions: a liaison between old and new neighbourhoods, an expression of new economic power and an embodiment of historical and environmental values,’ explains their spokesperson.

Urban regeneration

Millenium Bridge over the River Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne - Gateshead.

The tilting ‘blinking eye’ design of Gateshead Millennium Bridge iconic pedestrian and cycle way across the river Tyne, created by Wilkinson & Eyre Architects and structural engineer, Gifford & Partners, is more than a feat of engineering.

The award winning structure’s lighting completed by Speirs and Major in 2001, embraces the latest in LED technology and was key to the area’s facelift. Green and red LED lights alert cyclists and walkers when the bridge is to open and close and the walkways, cycleway and balustrades are lined with low three-watt voltage LEDs. The arch of the bridge also changes between white and a series of colours. Says Speirs and Major: ‘We planned the lighting to reinforce the shape, structure and movement of the bridge, with all equipment fully integrated into the architectural form. The surface of the arch is cross lit with both white and changing coloured light, used for special events.’

Special design touches include ribbed lighting underneath the main deck, which projects ‘narrow beam sources’ reflecting off the river surface. The bridge’s foundations are also lit with blue lights to reveal the intricate hydraulic workings inside.

More recently, Speirs and Major put its name to the sweeping cold, white lit archway that looms over the Infinity Bridge footbridge spanning the River Tees as a part of the rejuvenation of the North Shore area. The arches over the 230m long walkway curve like a pebble skimming water. A hidden lighting system was used to reflect the ∞ infinity sign on the water.

Concealed low-energy, blue and white LED units under the handrails also alternate colours along the walkway.

To avoid intrusive lighting, Speirs and Major positioned floodlights on outriggers to illuminate the bridge.

Building cultural bridges: Sheikh Zayed Bridge, Abu Dhabi International designer, Arup the company responsible for lighting the structural concept of the Sydney Opera House, completed its eight-year long project, lighting the Sheikh Zayed Bridge in Abu Dhabi to great acclaim. The undulating, dynamic lighting runs along the spine of the road bridge, built by architects Zaha Hadid, and glows

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deep blue alongside the iconic Grand Mosque once a month. A lighting system allows control of the flow of light along the spine. The underneath of the bridge is lined with integrated monochrome ‘cell’ lighting.

The lighting designers, whose ideas followed on from concepts by Dutch lighting designer, Hollands Licht, wanted to capture the region’s cultural soul and urban growth by illuminating this 842m long structure spanning the Maqta Channel between mainland UAE and Abu Dhabi.

A representative for the project says: ‘Conceived in an open setting, the bridge has the prospect of becoming a destination in itself and potential catalyst in the future urban growth of Abu Dhabi. As the sun sets, the fluid nature of the bridge is visualised by the lighting concept.

Lively contrasts flow across the channel, dematerialising the bridge, creating an embracing landscape of colours for the users of the bridge, and a scenic feature for the distant viewers.’

The design was conceived with the cultural setting in mind: ‘A specially developed ‘language of light’ celebrates religious traditions, festivities and public events together with the people of the United Arab Emirates.’

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‘We planned the lighting to reinforce the shape, structure and movement of the bridge, with all equipment fully integrated into the architectural form’

illuminating the river Clyde Many of the bridges spanning the River Clyde in Glasgow were built as early as the 1850’s, when the city flourished at the peak of the industrial revolution.

In the noughties, the Clyde Arc, linking the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre and the city’s media hub with its 96m bow-shaped arch, joined the collection of older ‘beam and arch’ and suspension designs.

Halcrow Group engineered the four-lane traffic bridge.

They say: ‘Coloured architectural lighting is directed upwards to reflect from the downward facing diamond sections, which increases the arch’s dramatic effect.’

Philips installed lighting based on designs by Glasgow City Council Land Services Department for the oldest surviving Clyde crossing, the Victoria Bridge (1854). Its foundations hark back to its 13th Century predecessor, Bishops Bridge.

The 120m granite and sandstone arched traffic bridge is lit with contemporary LED sources, namely Philips’ long-life, high performance LEDline range. It was the first bridge to be relit as part of Glasgow City Council’s Lighting Strategy, using light to promote the city’s

creativity and renewal. Glasgow City Council describes the overall effect: ‘White light on the piers and balustrade with contrasting blue light to the underside of the arches gives attractive reflections in the river. With the exception of the piers, the bridge is lit entirely by linear LED fittings minimising maintenance and operational costs.’

Intense blue LED lights radiate from the underneath the bridge, reflecting in the water below, while the railings glow with white LEDs. John Fagg, Glasgow City’s lighting designer describes: ‘The beauty and intensity of the colours far exceeds our initial ambitions. This is a powerful and positive form of expression, which connects the two halves of our city with each other. Our challenge was not only to create an object of beauty, but also to ensure that the installation required little maintenance.’

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Contacts: Citelum www.citelum.com Speirs & Major www.speirsandmajor.com Arup www.arup.com Philips www.philips.com

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wizardry After its success in 2010, projection artist Ross Ashton was invited back to Caerphilly Castle by popular demand to recreate his fabulous Illuminata digital art son et Lumière event

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he commission, for which Ashton also designed the large format projection system used to bring the work to life, was from Cadw - the Welsh Assembly Government division responsible for preserving and promoting the history and heritage of Wales.

The original 2010 event was the first time that an entertainment spectacle of this genre had been commissioned for a Welsh historical monument, and it proved such a massive success that Cadw decided to repeat the experience for three evenings at the end of 2011.

Ashton’s 20-minute work depicted the history of the castle, and was accompanied by a special audio track produced by sound artist, Karen Monid.

‘Working at Caerphilly Castle again was a fantastic experience,’ enthused Ashton, who has produced detailed and very specific work for landmark buildings and site-specific locations worldwide. Caerphilly is the largest castle in Wales (second in size to Windsor and one of the largest fortresses in Europe), and dates to 1267.

The designs were projected onto two buildings in the Inner Ward of the Castle the rear of the Gatehouse, and the Main Hall, sited at 90 degrees to one another.

The images measured approximately 30m wide onto both surfaces and the three Christie HD18 projectors were

positioned 50m away. These were supplied

by QED to the Projection Studio.

A double stacked pair rigged at the top of a scaffolding platform covered the Gatehouse, with the third single machine positioned at the end of a long balcony on the building opposite the Main Hall.

All of the content - including some impressive PiP elements shaped and fitted millimetre-perfect to the architecture of the buildings - was loaded on to three OnlyView servers, programmed by Richard Porter and Karen Monid.

Ashton was engaged for the project

by Marilyn Lewis, Director of Cadw. After receiving the original brief, he worked closely with Lewis and Cadw, a storyline was developed from which he chose specific elements that would look best with large video projections, whilst preserving the timeline of historical events.

A major creative challenge was designing a show without a voice-over accompaniment.

Welsh Assembly Government projects need to be fully bilingual; however a show without spoken word effectively removes the need for simultaneous translation. The narrative therefore had to be very strong within the visual material with a minimal amount of text, allowing the atmospheric enhancement of the soundscape to ‘speak’.

Original artwork for the show was produced by Ashton and his team of Paul Chatfield and Steve Larkins, together with 3D

Working at Caerphilly Castle again was a fantastic experience animations by Richard Porter. Cadw provided archive material and also commissioned illustrator, Mike Cooper of 2000AD and Judge Dredd fame to produce original works, which were drawn to the Projection Studio’s specification allowing them to be easily animated when the final show’s video content was edited and composited.

Monid’s sound track was a fusion of sound effects and music, much of it specially written by her for the piece. Other parts were sourced from record label, Naxos and Boosey & Hawkes, plus original recordings, which included the call of red kites, a local bird of prey.

Ashton comments: ‘This was a great opportunity to work in an amazing environment again, plus a massive honour to be asked back and enjoy the opportunity of bringing the location alive through an entertaining and fun mixed media experience’.

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Furthermore, digital systems, with their temperamental nature, require expert attention, extremely careful handling and on-going maintenance, often carried out by costly software specialists.

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Now, with new advances in analogue techniques, controls can afford professionals a simpler and more effective way of scene setting lighting, with control of digital devices being added when additional functionality is required. They are easy for any electrical contractor to install and troubleshoot, using the truly universal signalling protocol, 0-10V to communicate between devices.

The developments in analogue techniques are made possible by advances in electronic components, which allow the creation of new algorithms that can now be implemented at far higher levels of accuracy, at greatly increased speeds and at much reduced cost.

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Now, with new advances in analogue techniques, controls can afford professionals a simpler and more effective way of scene setting lighting Updated 0-10V signalling Many different digital signal protocols are used in the industry, and it can be very inconvenient and cumbersome if there has to be communication between them. Although digital signalling often uses only two wires to carry all the information to the various addresses of the system, re-addressing of replacement units can be problematic and, if anything happens to those wires, such as a break, it will cause a total system failure. Of course, troubleshooting will involve software techniques to understand what is happening.

Analogue signalling requires dedicated wires for each circuit, but any failure is easily diagnosed by an electrical contractor using a meter to measure the 0-10V signal. In analogue systems the loss of an output, caused perhaps by a broken wire, rarely means the loss of the whole system.

The most recent controls and drivers communicate using the updated analogue 0-10V signalling protocol, now often referred to as linear control. One of the most appealing aspects of 0-10V signalling is its simplicity, which means that, not only is it easy to understand, but it can be implemented and diagnosed without recourse to a software specialists.

The control signal is a DC voltage that varies between zero and ten volts, w ith a scaled output - for instance, at 10V the light could be at 100 per cent output and at 0V it could be at zero per cent output (or off). 0-10V in its updated format is low current, usually less than 1mA, which allows it to be run practically unlimited distances without any degradation of signal.

Another issue traditionally associated with both digital and old-fashioned 0-10V signalling, is that interference from nearby ac power cables can corrupt the signal to the fitting, causing flickering.

This means any signal wire running parallel to power cables over a distance usually needs to be screened. New updated format 0-10V signalling removes the need for screened cable, cutting wiring installation costs and avoiding problems for the electrical contractor.

Sophisticated and reliable The best examples of the application of these new developments in analogue techniques can be found in the lighting systems designed for the iconic St Pancras Renaissance Hotel, Kings Cross, London, and the recently refurbished St Patrick’s Catholic Church in London’s Soho.

Lighting the newly refurbished St Pancras Hotel presented a major challenge to designer, AECOM, which had to tread a fine line between preserving a historic mood in the many spaces of the building, while adapting them for modern hotel use.

Each area within the hotel called for a distinct lighting approach with a great deal of custom work commissioned from equipment suppliers. The listed status of the building also meant the designers found themselves confronted with a lack of concealment options for the controls and

drive units, forcing them to seek remote siting solutions.

In order to achieve the diverse range of desired lighting effects and satisfy the need to remotely position the controls and drive units, AECOM specified intelligent transformers, analogue mains dimmers and a scene setting system, all based on the new analogue techniques.

Martin Valentine, who headed AECOM’s design team, explains why he chose to use the latest technology: ‘All the fine area lighting scenes are controlled with devices that employ this new analogue technology. It is ideal given that the devices are powerful, configurable and once set, will stay 100 per cent stable.’

The £3.5m restoration of St Patrick’s Church, Soho, presented Liminaires Lighting, with a similar challenge to that at St Pancras: to design a lighting system that could be installed discreetly, while illuminating the building to its best potential.

Compounding the problem were restrictions on where lighting could be mounted, with many surfaces in the Grade II listed building completely out of bounds. Space for fittings was also extremely limited, leaving no room at all for the control gear.

Jin-Yee Lim principal of Liminaires, specified a solution using mainly IRC low voltage halogen and cold cathode lighting, with the proviso that the system could accommodate LEDs when these are able to replicate the lighting effect.

This created a need for a control and drive gear solution that could both support halogen and cold cathode lighting and still survive the expected transition to LED. To meet all the criteria, Lim drove the low voltage tungsten halogen using intelligent transformers to provide stabilised voltage at the lamps. Lim also chose analogue dimmers to interface the cold cathode drivers to the 0-10V control system, all of which is managed from a scene setting system.

Speaking about the refurbishment of St Patrick’s, Lim said: ‘0-10V is a tried and tested protocol, which combined with microprocessor-free circuitry means there’s far less likelihood of any type of failure within the lighting control system.’

Such scene setting systems represent a real step forward in the design of lighting control systems. In fact, the innovation has been shortlisted for the 2012 Lighting Design Awards in recognition of the enhanced levels of electronic intelligence that produce such sophisticated and incredibly reliable products.

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Saxby Lighting will be exhibiting their new bathroom lighting range at KBB Birmingham, 4th-7th March. The stand will display the complete new range of bathroom lighting including the soft chrome curves of the Lipco, the intense boxy designs of the Cubita and the glamorous new Crystal range.

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DANLERS Batten Mount PIR incorporates a passive infra-red quad sensor to detect movement of a warm body within the detection zone and includes a photocell to monitor the ambient light level which can be adjusted via the internal lux adjuster. If no more movement is detected within a certain time, then the PIR will switch off the load, so ensuring no unnecessary waste of energy. The time can be set via the internal time lag adjuster. DANLERS Batten Mount PIR is UK manufactured and has a 5 year warranty. It is ideal for use not only in offices, factories, warehouses, schools etc but also in outdoor environments and indoor damp areas thanks to its tough IP65 rated enclosure.

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What the people say ARC brings the very best of the industry together under one roof. It’s the one show that guarantees quality design and creativity, which is why exhibitors return again and again. TL asked some of this year’s exhibitors why ARC is the place to be

LightGraphix - stand: M10

Above: LightGraphix LD Felxi Right: LightGraphix redesigned LD51 with spike Far Right: The Iris track-spot by Projection Lighting

LightGraphix will be showcasing a whole range of designs, from the versatile LD Flexi to its surface mounted adjustable spotlight LD51.

Robert Buxton, design and marketing manager at the company said: ‘We have chosen to exhibit at ARC for many reasons. Firstly the location is ideal for many of the lighting designers to come and visit the show. The hall itself is more intimate than other venues, which makes for a very relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

‘We chose 2012 to exhibit as we will be launching many new products and we have not done an exhibition for a while as we have been far too busy. It gives us the chance to meet lighting designers and specifiers, share a drink with them and talk them through new products and developments and any projects they might need specials for. We are very much looking forward to it.’ www.lightgraphix.co.uk

Projection Lighting - stand: M9 Projection Lighting plans to show a number of new products, including it’s newly launched XLM 4000lm and the Iris track. Having recently extended its UK factory to meet the demand of its AlphaLED luminaries, the display lighting manufacturer has a clear passion and commitment to lighting technology.

Speaking of its show attendance, Projection Lighting’s director, Jeff Stephens said: ‘ARC has always been very successful for us and we’re looking forward to meeting quality specifiers this time round. We’ve taken a bigger space for 2012 and will have a bright, graphic banner to illustrate our excellent colour rendition.’ www.projectionlighting.co.uk

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Who can we expect to see?

After a successful launch at last year’s ARC Show, Spectral will be returning, bringing with it the latest in LED technology and architecturally designed, commercial luminaires.

On the stand will be a number of Red Dot and iF award-winning products, including Iris, Jep, Plafou and Estra, along with the floorstanding task light, Soel.

Iris is a circular T5 luminaire, available in surface or wall mounted, suspended and recessed versions.

It comprises a transparent halo body that incorporates a microprism diffuser wrapped in opaque or transparent plastic housing. Using control gear to allow a hollow centre, Iris features replaceable coloured foils to add a true design feature to this range.

Managing director at RIDI UK, Mike Attard commented on the appeal of Iris and the Spectral range: ‘Iris is perfectly suited to commercial environments where lighting designers need to make a bold impression.

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New from Spectral and on show at ARC is Soel, a floorstanding LED down/uplighter, also suited for task lighting in office environments.

The contemporary styling allows the luminaire to blend equally well into modern furnished installations or more elaborate architectural interiors.

It features 30w of directional downward LEDs fitted with special lenses to create precise, cut-off lighting distribution. This design feature ensures the LEDs will illuminate just the working area and nothing else.

To balance this intensive downlight element, a switchable fluorescent uplight component emits a soft ambient effect to create a fully direct/indirect light source. www.ridi.co.uk

Aquila - stand: M9A Presenting a huge range of products at this year’s show is Aquila. Familiar designs, such as Piano, a high-powered LED street light, Perla, the elegant design response to the opportunity presented by LED technology and Zea Zeo, a range of linear floodlights, will all be available.

Aquila will also be unveiling a brand new product on the stand, so make sure you stop by.

Craig Stead, sales and marketing director at Aquila said: ‘We’re excited about exhibiting at the ARC Show because it’s a chance to showcase our decorative LED range to a wide range of industry professionals, and to introduce our brand new luminaire. We’re most looking forward to listening to some interesting speakers, and meeting those in the wider global lighting community.’ www.aquiladesign.co.uk

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EMFASIS ON EXTERIOR EMFA Lighting Solutions will be showcasing a selection of its extensive range of exterior LED fittings.

At the forefront of cutting edge LED technology, having worked with LED’s for the last decade, its products are available for the first time in the UK. A stop at the stand is a must for all lighting designers and specifiers visiting.

The EMFA ‘drive over’ range features a selection of stainless steel and die cast aluminium fittings which sit can either sit flush or raised to satisfy differing lighting requirements and design patterns. Options include the Belkis range (IP67 IK70) for flush task lighting, or the Lightstone (Class III IP679) polycarbonate fitting, which offers all the functionality of a drive-over fitting with added scope for more design-led, patterned arrangement.

The range of bollard fittings from EMFA showcase the poised combination of form and functionality and come in a range of designs to suit any purpose and lighting design scheme.

Models such as the Milet provide indirect light from a sturdy, defined profile, which stands as a prominent feature, whereas the slight form of Lara provides a subtle lighting solution with a reduced profile. With a typical IP rating of 55, the EMFA bollards are a durable solution for decorative lighting designs.

Present at the show will be a selection of surface-mounted fittings.

With options for wall, ground and ceiling mounting, the range offers contemporary and classic styles, which work well with most interior design schemes to produce seamless performance for any setting.

New to the range is the long-life downlight, Marathon2, specially designed to deliver highoutput LED light with options for varied wattage, lumen output and beam angles. Featuring CREE LEDs on board and with a potential lifespan of 50,000 hours, Marathon 2 is IP65 and IK10 rated to combine water-resistance, design-subtlety and green LED technology.

EMFA Lighting Solutions will be at stand M16A. www.emfa.co.uk

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HELVAR LIGHTS UP Helvar will be lighting up ARC with its showcase of a series of brand new products that demonstrate its expertise in systems product development.

Visitors to the show will get the opportunity to preview the products on Stand V3, and will get an opportunity to see the newly developed 454 dimmer. Ideal for applications ranging from high-end homes to hospitality and corporate installations, this trailing edge dimmer can be used with mains voltage fixtures or those needing electronic transformers.

The four-channel dimmer is DIN rail mounted and features an intuitive LED segment display for maximum convenience and versatility.

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monitored and adjusted to suit conditions.

The system is fully compatible with a wide range of interfaces, including iPad and Android smart phones.

Helvar will also display its range of new keypads for its DIGIDIM lighting control products. The designs offer larger buttons and restyled faceplates to give increased aesthetic choice for the end-user.

The panel range is supplied pre-programmed, so will work out-of-the-box and is easily reconfigured to customer or application requirements. DIGIDIM modular panels are fitted with LEDs to indicate which scene has been selected, and, an infrared receiver for additional control options. www.helvar.com

Helvar’s latest software package

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LEE FILTERS

Crescent iPhone App

01264 366245 | www.leefilters.com

01635878888 | www.crescent.co.uk

Building on our experience in film and theatre lighting, LEE Filters offer a wide range of lighting filter products specifically designed for use in the entertainment, leisure and architectural industries.

With over 250 colours to choose from, LEE Coloured Fluorescent Sleeves offer you more choice than ever for both interior and exterior lighting projects. You choose the colour and leave the rest to us. Your chosen colour is inserted into a clear polycarbonate sleeves and delivered to you ready to install.

Chosen are extensive research among design professionals, the LEE range of Glass Dichroic Filters offers a palette of spectacularly clear, consistent, repeatable colours. The palette includes subtle less saturated tones favoured in architectural use.

LEE Specialised Glass Filters include warming filters that give a nice warm tone to cool light sources such as LED’s. Whilst the LEE range of Glass Diffusion Filters offer different densities of diffusion for a wide range of lighting effects. All LEE Glass Filters are available in standard sizes but can also be ordered in custom shapes and sizes.

Our popular Honeycomb Louvres reduce the glare from a light fitting. These too are available in custom shapes and sizes enabling them to be used on a number of different light fittings. For full details of our product range please visit our website.

Now you can quickly find the right LED light fitting by using this free to download app. It shows the complete Crescent Lighting LED product range in a simple and easy to navigate way.

Features 1. Easy to use 2. Works with iPhone, iPod and iPad. 3. Works without internet connection 4. Full product catalogue 5. Email data sheets 6. Contact Crescent as well as UK and International distributors 7. Request a full hard copy or PDF catalogue 8. Up-to- date project information 9. Optional data update when online

I Light

VEXICA

01923 495496 | www.ilight.co.uk

+44 (0)113 243 4813 | www.vexica.com

Smart apps and Ethernet Gateway deliver new levels of hand held lighting control for iLight Cooper Controls has introduced new Ethernet Gateway devices alongside a range of smart phone applications for use with both wired and wireless network devices. Users can now select and operate lighting scenes, modify and save changes and even password protect areas from unauthorised access using a handheld device. The same access is also available from any PC connected to the EG2 allowing users to make selections and changes via a built in web server. Ethernet Gateway and iLight Remote iPhone® apps bring simple intuitive lighting control to both commercial and residential users alike.

Following on from the recent November launch of the LUMAERA module, UK LED experts, Vexica Technology are announcing the integration of active cooling to its OEM heat-sink. This will provide all LUMAERA products with added benefits for higher lumen level introductions in the near future.

More powerful module options will be launched in 2012 and the addition of active cooling will allow Vexica to provide more efficient solutions to OEMs whilst keeping the same form factor in its design architecture.

To arrange a product demonstration please contact sales@vexica.com or call +44 (0)113 243 4813

FOCUS SB

01424 858060 | www.focus-sb.co.uk (Stand M13A) Electrical accessories manufacturer Focus SB will be showcasing its bespoke range of control plates to suit other system suppliers at the 2012 Arc Show.

The Hastings-based company can engineer the tools needed to make cover plates for many of the popular existing control systems including Lutron, Teleadapt, and Control 4. With no minimum quantity or order charge this gives designers and installers the option to bespoke these items to match the rest of the room décor.

Focus will be displaying its range of AV plates and modules that can be personalised to meet practically any customer’s specific requirements, including Focus’ extensive range of finishes.

Also on its stand will be the HAL lighting control system: “HAL’s modular design enables it to be expanded from a simple switching and dimming operation to a control system that can operate all lighting circuits within a building,” says Managing Director of Focus SB Roger Kemp. “The system can also be operated and programmed using the infrared handset, allowing four or more scene buttons to set lighting ‘moods’.”

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Chandeliers Pendant Shades Downlights Standard & Table lamps Ceiling / Wall Fittings Interior & Exterior RGB

The decorative LED luminaire company info@franklite.ltd.uk • www.franklite.net • T: 01908 691818

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SPECTRAL

01279 450882 | www.spectral-lighting.co.uk Spectral showcase its electric light orchestra at Arc 2012.

After a successful launch at last year’s Arc Show, Spectral will be returning in 2012, bringing with them the latest in LED technology and architecturally designed, innovative commercial luminaires.

On the stand will be a number of Red Dot and iF award-winning products including IRIS, JEP, PLAFOU and ESTRA, along with the floor standing task light, SOEL. ESTRA-Pendant and a revised PLAFOU are suited to office environments and educational establishments for VDU compatible direct/indirect lighting. The T5 lamps are housed in an intricately controlled internal reflector system which is surrounded by a low glare prismatic optic.

Abbey Distribution Ltd

01494 44 99 75 | www.abbeydistribution.com

franklite

01908 691 818 | www.franklite.net This beautiful prismatic glass flush fitting is part of the new FrankLED range by Franklite. These fittings were installed recently in a prestigious central London property incorporating LEDs which emit the equivalent of 55W CFL. They are controlled by integral microwave sensors incorporating a dimming function to offer a constant low level of illumination in the entrance if required and several were manufactured with integral emergency gear as well.

Abbey Distribution Ltd is a leading supplier of plastic to the UK’s lighting and retail industries.

Their cutting edge materials include Acrylic and Polycarbonate in sheet, rod, tube and profile forms.

To compliment a wide selection of over 20,000 products, Abbey offers highly developed fabrication and manufacturing services from its base in High Wycombe.

“The ARC show is the most important date in Abbey’s calendar. It’s a chance for us to exhibit to the industries’ heavyweights. We will display our new materials and developments in manufacturing techniques and of course how these can benefit lighting projects in the big three; architectural, retail and commercial environments. This year is more exciting than ever; advances in LED brightness and heat reduction have come a long way. Our exhibition will focus on how LED’s and fiber optics can compliment Acrylic to produce some brilliant results.” said Abbey Managing Director David Myers.

Abbey will be showcasing joint products from some of the Europe’s leading lighting designers to give ARC show visitors an inspiring range of innovative lighting ideas incorporating our exceptional range of acrylics. Slim line poster displays, chandeliers, wall lighting and more, the Abbey stand is set to be electrifying. Partners will include: Estrakon, Cinimod, Chantel, Universal Fibre Optics, Jona Hoad and Brilliant LED. Abbey partners with the world’s best manufactures to deliver the very highest standards in quality of semi-finished plastics delivered with unparalleled service. Through these long established partnerships, Abbey supplies a range that encompasses countless colours and finishes that are readily available to dispatch. Abbey’s extensive experience in projects surrounding lighting means that they work closely with designers and specifiers to help create exceptional designs that work economically and beautifully.

To make your lighting projects shine see Abbey at the ARC show located in stand M27.

HELVAR

www.helvar.com | 01322 222211 Lighten up with Helvar at the Arc Show 2012.

At the Arc Show 2012, Helvar (stand V3) will be showcasing a series of brand new products that demonstrate its range of expertise in systems product development. Helvar will preview its new 454 dimmer, energy monitoring software, uSee Hub, and an updated range of keypads and an enhanced range of sensors. uSee Hub is a new software package with a range of innovative features for lighting system management. Designed to be used in conjunction with Helvar’s 910 and 920 Routers and compatible with iPad and Android, uSee uses graphical layouts that display real-time energy use and light level settings that can be monitored and adjusted to suit conditions.

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Barrisol® Lumière® Acoustics® architect : Zaha Hadid photo© Hufton+Crow

WORLD LEADER OF STRETCHED CEILING

At the heart of innovation since 1967

Barrisol® Lumière Color® archi. : David I Tay, Principal, yi-e Space Ltd

Barrisol® by Vallon® Customizable chair

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BATIMAT 2011

Barrisol® PLUS® by Alix Videlier Customizable lamp

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LaMP recYcLing

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Crystal Lighting, Chandeliers of distinction for private homes, offices, shops, bars, restaurants, hotels and places of worship. Consultancy service available.

Recolight is a not-for-profit, producer-led compliance scheme.

We specialise in the recycling all lamps covered by the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations.

Established by the by lighting industry in 2007, we now have over 90 producer members.

Recolight offers specialist lamp recycling services, advice and support to help all parties in the supply chain recycle their lamps as simply and efficiently as possible.

TEL: 0800 601 7749 EMAIL: ask@recolight.co.uk WEB: www.recolight.co.uk

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.

TEL: 01934 733121 EMAIL: les@paceuk.com WEB: www.paceuk.com ADDRESS: The Rising, The Square, Axbridge, Somerset, BS26 2AP

LaMP sUPPLies

Led LighTing

For over twenty years, the Lamp Company has provided lighting from the smallest wire terminal to rare specialist lamps, plus batteries and control gear - with over 30,000 different product lines and all major brands, we offer unrivalled service, knowledge and choice.

TEL: 01462 490066 EMAIL: sales@lampco.co.uk WEB: www.easy-lightbulbs.com ADDRESS: Unit 4 Ashville Trading Estate, Royston Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire SG7 6NN

When it comes to lighting components, lighting management systems and LEDs, it’s not just luminaire manufacturers and lighting designers that rely on Tridonic’s expertise. Growing numbers of end users, designers, electricians and architects are realising that energy efficiency, reliability and quality also pay off when it comes to the individual components of their lighting installations.

TEL: +43 5572 395-0 EMAIL: www.tridonic.com ADDRESS: Tridonic GmbH & Co KG, Färbergasse 15 6851 Dornbirn, Austria

eMergencY LighTing

Led LighTing

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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

Designers and manufacturers of modular intelligent Lighting & Home Control systems. Create the perfect environment with a touch of a button. Simultaneously control lights, curtains, blinds, projector screens and assisted living facilities.

The world’s leading power supplies for lighting. For 15 years, Lightech has supplied thousands of lighting manufacturers with over 15 million compact, energy-efficient, high quality, dimmable electronic power supplies.

Your 1-stop shop • LED Drivers (Constant Voltage & Constant Current) • Transformers (AC & DC)

eMergencY LighTing

Led LighTing

Led LighTing

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.

Designers and manufacturers of modular intelligent Lighting & Home Control systems. Create the perfect environment with a touch of a button. Simultaneously control lights, curtains, blinds, projector screens and assisted living facilities.

Light Design was founded in 1974 originally from Rio de Janeiro and now with manufacturing established in Europe, Vista Light are pleased to partner this fantastic architectural lighting company, born from a passion for lighting & Latin flair, Light Design bring cutting edge architectural luminaires & technical expertise to all of their fittings, for a full comprehensive brochure detailing their unique ranges please contact us.

TEL: 01276 600869 EMAIL: watsonbdb@hotmail.com ADDRESS: 2, Burne-Jones Drive, College Town, Sandhurst, Berkshire GU47 0FS

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bespoke lampshades

A dynamic company based in Southern England and conveniently within easy reach of London.

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

London. We take your bespoke lampshade designs from concept to a carefully designed ready to hang commercial Iberian lighting Ltd. finished product.

Tel. 01424 428 161 Fax. 01424 718 405 web: www.iberianlighting.co.uk TEL: 01424& 428 161 Center Drury Lane St Leonards on Design Innovation WEB: www.iberianlighting.co.uk Sea East Sussex TN38 9XP ADDRESS: Design & Innovation Center Drury Lane St Leonards on Sea East Sussex TN38 9XP

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

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ADDRESS:12 Ty Coch Way, Cwmbran, Gwent, NP44 7HB TEL: 01633 877997 EMAIL: info@ls-design.co.uk WEB: www.lucid-lighting.com

For all your Worldwide requirements

TEL: +44 (0) 20 8202 3357 EMAIL: UK@lightechinc.com WEB: www.lightechinc.com

TEL: 020 3157 4058 EMAIL: info@vistalight.net

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Glass diffusion filters available in custom shapes and sizes

Glass dichroic colour correction filters available in custom shapes and sizes

To advertise here contact Andrew King T. 0845 8739124 E. andrew.king@dreamcreative.co.uk LEE Filters offer a wide range of products to help control and correct different light sources.

LED LIGHTING

Visit our website for further details.

Inlico are established distributors of lighting components 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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LIGHTING CONTROLS

B.E.G.

Warming filters for LED lamps

LIGHTING FILTERS

LUXOMAT ®

Louvres available in custom

BEG Luxomat® is one of Europe’s leading suppliers of ocshapes sizes cupancy sensors, withand 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.

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.

+44 (0) 1264 366245

TEL: 0870 850 5412, EMAIL: info@beguk.co.uk.

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LED LIGHTING

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Simpson Springs produce various Light Strip Pressings, Contacts, Cleats, Washers, PCB Component Retaining Clips etc. manufactured in various materials and forms to customer requirements. Material thickness in volume quantities from 0.1625mm to 1.5mm thick; small batches quantities in up to 3.25mm thick material.

TEL: +44 (0)118 978 6573 EMAIL: simpson.springs@btconnect.com WEB: www.simpsonsprings.co.uk ADDRESS: Unit 1, Latimer Road Industrial Estate, Latimer Road, Wokingham, Berkshire. RG41 2YD

Display Lighting is a specialist UK manufacturer and supplier of LED, low voltage and mains voltage lighting systems for a wide variety of applications. Display Lighting is established as a key player within the UK display lighting industry, offering innovative, attractive, reliable lighting solutions to an array of discerning clients worldwide.

Delmatic are leading international suppliers of integrated lighting and energy management solutions and have been designing and manufacturing advanced systems since 1959.

TEL: 0161 207 3355 EMAIL: sales@display-lighting.com WEB: www.display-lighting.com ADDRESS: Cedar Technology Centre, Atlantic Street Altrincham, Cheshire WA14 5DZ

TEL: 020 8987 5900 EMAIL: delmatic@delmatic.com WEB: www.delmatic.com ADDRESS: The Powerhouse, Power Road, Chiswick, London, W4 5PY

LED LIGHTING

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Ark Lighting ‘Delivers Lighting Solutions’. Our extensive range of cost effective, well designed lighting products include LED and HID lighting solutions for road and area, Architectural and Decorative, sports, traffic and Industrial applications. We can also assist with any bespoke lighting product requirements.

TEL: 01226 320737 EMAIL: sales@arklighting.co WEB: www.arklighting.co ADDRESS: McGann House, Chesham Rd, Barnsley, South Yorkshire

DIAL is a service centre for building technology and lighting.

We are a Software centre for DIALux and Product Management Systems,Transmitters of knowledge, Planners Service providers, Application-oriented researchers and developers.

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.

TEL: +49 2351 1064 360 EMAIL: dialog@dial.de WEB: www.dial.de ADDRESS: Gustav-Adolf-Str. 4 58507 Luedenscheid Germany

TEL: 01376 515937 FAX: 01376 515926 EMAIL: sales@nueralighting.com ADDRESS: Unit A, Eastways, Witham, Essex, CM8 3YQ

LED LIGHTING

LIGHT MEASUREMENT INSTRUMENTS

SUSPENSION SYSTEM

LED Modules & Power Supplies Energy Saving Lamps Ballasts & Transformers Dimmers Switches & Accessories

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.

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

TEL: 01933 271472 EMAIL: sales@relcogroupuk.co.uk WEB: www.relco.it ADDRESS: Unit 4, Stanton Close, Finedon Road Industrial Estate, Wellingborough, NN8 4HN

TEL: 07900 571022 EMAIL: enquiries@hagnerlightmeters.com WEB: www.hagnerlightmeters.com ADDRESS: PO Box 210 Havant Hampshire PO9 9BT

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The last word

Blinded by the

light?

Freelance wordsmith and columnist, Hugh King explains why he feels fairy lights epitomise all that's wrong with LEDs

B

anish the winter gloom with a box of 80 white twinkling LED lights’, read the sales spiel on the wellknown supermarket website. With a tree in darkness and Christmas looming, I rushed to my local store for salvation, but as I suspected it might, disappointment soon followed. No warm, soft glow with the sparkle of halogen for me - just cold, harsh, bluewhite light with lots of disability glare.

I thought: ‘Oh well, that wouldn’t ever happen with professional LED equipment’. But, just a few days later I came across a worrying piece of research from the US Department of Energy. One of its 2011 CALiPER reports evaluated 30 LED retrofit lamp products, including 22 MR16/PAR16, PAR20, and PAR30 equivalents. Most were marketed as solid-state lighting replacements for incandescent products that have typical CCTs in the 2700-3000K range.

Significantly, a third of the LED products had CCTs over 4000K, and one - labelled 4000K - was actually 8,837K! More than half were poor in colour quality with only two giving warm white light with a CRI over 90.

Finally, all on-pack equivalency claims were inaccurate. So the message for buyers is clear – do not blindly expect equivalency – check all the performance data.

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It is easy to think that getting lighting right is just a matter of achieving the right lighting level with low running costs, but there is much more to it than that. As the report concluded, buyers should make thorough comparisons, considering CCT and colour quality as well as light output and efficacy.

My earliest memory of the importance of quality of lighting was in my first lighting lesson from the late Margaret Halstead. I learnt that when selecting a light source, the first job is to choose the appropriate colour temperature, which depends upon the function of the space. The second job is the choice of colour rendering group, and this is usually determined by the nature of the task being performed.

Until the advent of LEDs, lighting designers were able to rely on the spectral power distribution of a light source, this being the characteristic that determines the effects that the lamp will have on surface colours.

For instance, a halogen lamp has a smooth continua, which peaks in the infra-red, consequently their red colour rendering is excellent while the blues suffer. With narrow band LEDs we don’t have that, and often their spectra is spiked with a high blue content.

And, blue light can be harmful.

It wasn’t long ago that, ANSES,

the French Agency for Food, Environmental Health and Occupational Safety raised concerns regarding high power LED light sources damaging the eye, due to the toxic effect of blue light and the risk of glare. The rapid emergence of LEDs has shown up deficiencies in the recommended colour accuracy rating system, better known as the Colour Rendering Index (CRI - Ra).

Perhaps the time has come for an update and more education on possible alternatives, such as the Colour Quality Scale (CQS)?

Luminaire design has always been concerned with controlling glare.

How the light is emitted from poorly designed LED products is often unsatisfactory and glare from LEDs - a point source after all - is usually far worse than that from fluorescent.

Lenses do help, but lose efficiency.

The answer lies in better optics and reflector design.

We must encourage more people to understand the importance of quality lighting, and that it isn’t just a matter of lumens per watt. Buyers and specifiers must be more discerning and seek better quality and accurate data.

That’s the message from festive lights and the US, which manufacturers, many of whom are new entrants with little knowledge of lighting application, can’t ignore any longer.

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Commercial, Industrial, Amenity and Emergency Lighting Solutions

nu-era lighting ltd.

Units A and C, Eastways Industrial Estate Eastways, Witham, Essex CM8 3YQ

Tel: 01376 515 937 Fax: 01376 515 926 Email: sales@nueralighting.com Nuera.fp.jan.indd 1

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Emergency lighting

Introducing our new LED Emergency conversion for MT50, MT70 and MT-IK10 waterproof fluorescent fittings.

Introducing our new LED Emergency conversion (LED/EC) with auto self test â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in accordance with IEC62034/BS5266-1. The module performs a commissioning test once connected to a permanent supply, a 30 second monthly functional test and a full rated duration test at yearly intervals, with any fault during the test period highlighted by the indicator lamp turning from green to flashing red, and accompanied by an audible alarm.

Designed to ENEC safety and performance standards.

Battery duration testing based on ICEL 1010 guidelines.

Non maintained or maintained.

Optional versions suitable for use with (central battery supply).

A (DALI) option allows for remote testing as defined under the new international standard IEC 62386, (Potential free)

Helping you to use light more creatively Please call 0044 (0) 1525 376974 for further information, free advice or to arrange free samples*.

is also available.

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Available for the MT50 and MT-IK10 21w, 28w and 35w.

Email: sales@encapsulite.co.uk

MT70 30w, 36w, 58w and 70w.

*Free samples restricted to lighting designers / consultants

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