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Summer nights

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Making the most of outside space after dark

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• event ISSUE 104

plus festival season life after tungsten public spaces

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09 Comment Editor, Gill Anderson discusses lighting,

and more…

11 News & diary

News, appointments & diary dates for the months ahead

energy efficient lighting 15 News 17 Moon walking

Local lighting installations to thrill

20 Case study – Lancashire hot s-pot Energy efficiency, Caribbean-style

at Alton Towers

23 Opinion – Letter from America Ray Sjolseth discusses LED adoption by

businesses across the pond

commercial lighting 29 News 31 More taste, less waste Specialist lighting for food retailing 35 Case study – Kerb appeal Award-winning lighting gives a tired office

complex a new lease

37 Case study – The tooth fairy A Hampshire dental practice and cosmetic

studio gets a facelift

specialist lighting 41 News 44 In the night garden Lighting your patch 48 Case study -Yorkshire renaissance Bringing a little bit of Italy to the East Riding 51 Opinion - Capability Sam Less is often more when lighting outside

space, suggests Sam Ficek

53 Case study – Window of opportunity Preserving the Baroque-style interior

of Hampton Court Palace

event lighting 59 News 61 Losing the magic What happens if manufacturers

fall out of love?

66 Trip the light fantastic Time to get down and dirty as ‘wellies &

waterproofs’ season is here

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The team Editor

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Only a couple of month’s ago, I was extolling the virtues of my local County Council’s street lighting policy, and shared some insights (supplied by the chap in charge) into how the policy was being received locally. Apart from missing the fact that I could prowl around in the wee small hours without fear of stubbing a toe, I applauded the decision, especially when said chap told me that local crime figures had fallen as a result of the switch off. Actually, there’s usually no more than two reports a month hereabouts - and then it’s just a case of ‘handbags’ between a couple of youthful, inexperienced local lads who’ve sniffed a little too deeply of the barmaid’s apron - but a fall is a fall, and to be applauded.

Now, call me and the Council naïve, but with the benefit of hindsight, I think maybe, just possibly, the drop in crime was caused by it being so appallingly cold over the winter months that no self-respecting criminal thought it worth their while to get ballaclava’d up to go out thieving: presumably they all spent the winter living the high life on Spain’s sunny Costa del robbery?

There’s a certain depressing inevitability to this story – Spring finally arrived, and with it came not only marginally warmer nights, but more robbing, thieving ‘gentlemen of the night’ than this sleepy corner of Engl;and has ever known.

Village by village, we’ve been subjected to a campaign of vehicle theft, where the criminals target SUVs, 4x4s and trucks – anything that’s not close to the ground as presumably they’re on the podgy side – stealing the catalytic converters from under them, often doing immense damage in the process.

We, along with two neighbours, were victims of one such incident only last week. The bill for the damage was in excess of £3,500 each.

I can’t help wondering whether all of those £3,500 – which we all end up contributing to with increased insurance premiums, police time, etc. – would have been put to better use with a Government programme to fund a change to low energy street lighting, rather than a blanket switch off.

Perhaps I’m just feeling a tad cynical this week, but only time will tell…

Moving on, this month TL is celebrating the start of summer with an in-depth look at lighting green space, whether it be the kids’ very own ‘hallowed turf’ complete with muddy goal area, or something much, much grander. At the grand end of the scale, lighting designer, Kelvin Hall of Modus Interiors discusses a project to illuminate a Renaissance-style garden in the East Riding, which he’s achieved to perfection.

We’ve also dragged out our wellies and tents for a mud-filled visit to a couple of festivals in order to witness first hand the latest innovations in the world of lighting these amazing events. A round of applause to every designer brave enough to tackle the elements, the bands - and in one or two cases, the audience!

Finally, as promised, this month brings an update on the strange case of the disappearing light source. Our thanks to LD, Michael Hulls for alerting us to the potential problems faced by the stage lighting industry.

The Save Tungsten Campaign could use your support (page 63).

Be it ever so brief, enjoy the summer!

Gill Anderson | Editor

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APPOINTMENTS

Adrian Britton has joined iGuzzini UK as a project engineer.

He brings 24 years’ experience in the lighting industry to the role, having covered many positions during his career, including owning a specialist LED lighting company.

Britton had this to say of his move: ‘I am looking forward to this new challenge, covering my original client base of all those years ago.

The passion for the lighting industry never leaves you! ‘These are exciting times, where I believe we will see a major transition to more eco-friendly light sources.’

PhotonStar LED Group has appointed Russell Banks as group finance director. Banks comes from a commercially focused background, having held senior financial positions in the pharmaceutical, advertising and retail sectors. He was previously CFO at Ark Therapeutics, where as part of a small team, he was charged with executing a strategic direction change from in-house product development to full-service contract manufacturing and regulatory support provision.

Dr James McKenzie, group chief executive, commented: ’Russell brings a wealth of commercial and finance experience and his expertise will be invaluable as we continue our rapid growth.’

Black Light has announced the arrival of three new members of staff, all of whom bring significant expertise and experience to the company. The new recruits are: warehouse manager, Maria Bechaalani, hire and sales desk operative, Paul de Luca, and event projects manager, David Moffat. Moffat joined Black after having previously worked in a freelance capacity across the UK. ‘I worked with Black Light a lot during 2012, and it was a natural step to join the company,’ he explained.

‘We’ve just finished organising the 30th anniversary open day, which was a great way to immerse myself in what the company is all about.’

Paul de Luca started at Black Light as part of the company’s sales desk team and covers the day-to-day hire and sales role. Before joining Black Light, he worked with a range of theatre companies in the Lothians; he too has previously worked with the company on a freelance basis.

‘I’ve spent my first few weeks on the job filling in the few gaps in my product knowledge,’ he said. ‘I’m now looking forward to helping all our clients find the best solutions to the technical and creative challenges they face.’

Maria Bechaalani is the most recent recruit. She trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in the early ‘90s, and worked in theatre

for ten years before moving into a mixture of theatre, dance, event and site-specific projects in the UK and abroad. ‘I have worked with Black Light as a client,’ she explained, ‘so I knew that the company had a great stock of products. But it’s only now that I’m getting to grips with the warehouse, that I understand just how comprehensive its stock list is.’

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Hamilton Litestat has promoted Jim Berry to UK sales director.

Berry joined Hamilton in late 2011 as a regional manger, working mainly with architects, consultants and specifiers in the London area. His promotion will see him lead a team, including a sales manager and area representatives throughout the UK to continue expanding the Hamilton brand with specifiers, electrical contractors and wholesalers.

Managing director Ian Hamilton, commented: ‘Jim’s promotion is a great way for Hamilton to start 2013 after what was a challenging year for the whole industry. He is a big part of our future growth plans and will undoubtedly play a vital role in shaping the exciting plans we have for expanding the brand.’

LIA becomes a UKTI trade challenge partner The LIA will work in partnership with UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) in order to get more SMEs exporting. Ninety-nine trade challenge partners were selected from British trade associations and other membership organisations that had extensive knowledge of their industry and were focused on overseas trade.

The collective membership of these partners is around 70,000, and on average it is estimated that 40 per cent of members are already doing business internationally, with a further 20 per cent having the potential to do so; equivalent to 14,500 more UK exporters.

The LIA has committed to support the drive for increased UK lighting exports. ‘We are delighted to have been selected, and this is the first of a number of initiatives in the LIA’s drive to promote its members’ overseas capabilities,’ explained Peter Hunt, joint CEO of the LIA.

Decorex International 22-25 September 2013 Royal Hospital, Chelsea, Londo www.decorex.com

LED Professional Symposium +Expo 24-26 September 2013 Bregenz, Austria www.led-professionalsymposium.com

Plasa 6-9 October 2013 ExCeL, London www.plasashow.com

Illuminotronica 11-13 October 2013 PadovaFiere Exhibition Centre, Padua, Italy www.illuminotronica.it

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Onwards and upwards Lumonic, the company that designs and manufactures innovative LED lights under the ilumo brand, has just moved its operation to larger premises in Trafford Park, Manchester. Mike Edwards, director at Lumonic said: ‘Our expansion as a business over the last year has allowed us to search for, and find premises that are now much more suited to our needs. Our new premises are more than four times the size, and afford all the requirements that we wanted, to best serve the needs of our business and customers. We are excited about the move!’

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NEWS US lighting journal, Architectural SSL has selected Osram Opto Semiconductors as winner of the Product Innovation Award in the category Market Leadership for the third year in a row.

Architectural SSL’s Product Innovation Award (PIA) is awarded annually in various categories. The Market Leadership category includes five sub-categories: Osram Opto Semiconductors is the 2013 winner for Industry Participation.

Comprised of ‘industrial design experts, the jury was swayed by the company’s extraordinary dedication to developing a number of standards and regulations for optosemiconductor products, and by its achievements in research and development.’

The award also honours the work of Dr. Jianzhong Jiao, who as director of regulations and emerging technologies at the company has made a significant contribution to establishing industry standards for LED testing. The high-tech company was praised for making the details behind these regulations as well as other extensive and valuable information available to the SSL community on the Internet.

‘The fact that we have received our third consecutive PIA award reinforces our intention to continue along our chosen path,’ emphasised Don Klase, CEO of Osram Opto Semiconductors in the US. ‘These awards make us very proud, and they show the public what our committed employees are capable of. They are the ones who spend every single day enhancing existing SSL technologies, and we have them to thank for this award.’

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ONE BEAM The One Beam of Light Exhibition was officially launched at a glittering event at London’s Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA) on The Mall. The exhibition was attended by 300 people from the lighting, architectural and design community, and showcased the creative flair of the lighting industry as a whole.

Conceived by The Light Collective and supported by architectural lighting brand, Concord, One Beam of Light seeks to inspire and engage people interested in lighting by asking them to create images based on the concept of one beam - a single source of light, stripped to its bare minimum.

To help inspire participants who contributed to the project,

Concord donated a variety of its latest LED Beacon projectors to aid in the creation of these images.

Of the 380 images submitted, the exhibition features 31 photographs, curated by a guest panel of prominent industry figures, including Keith Bradshaw of Speirs & Major and Gerd Pfarre of Pfarré Lighting Design.

‘This has been a fascinating project from start to finish,’ commented Sharon Stammers, one half of the creative force behind Light Collective with Martin Lupton. ‘From the very beginning, we envisaged a project that brought the lighting design community together to demonstrate the medium of light and how it can be manipulated to create something thought

provoking and different.

‘The exhibition is a true reflection of this goal and demonstrates the creativity of lighting designers as well as the different interpretations people have about one beam of light.’

Dave Warburton, SBU manager of Concord at Havells-Sylvania enthused: ‘It was great to be part of such an exciting project.

Adding an extra creative element into the mix, each participant received either a projector with a gobo, an iris or a framing head and it was fascinating to see what lighting designers could do with it. The submitted images were incredible and the exhibition demonstrates the passion and creativity the lighting industry possesses.’

Student of the Year

The LIA Certificate course Award winners were announced and presented at the LIA Annual lunch at the end of May. More than 100 students signed up in 2012, making it another strong year for the well established and well respected course that teaches the basics of lighting and lighting design. The top three students’ work was assimilated and judged by an expert panel, with the students making project design presentations and then being questioned about their proposals. The overall winner of the Student of the Year Award for the LIA Certificate Course, sponsored by Mackwell, was announced as Paul Rahman.The two runners-up are Julie Gore and Greg Herring. Nick Brangwin, managing director of Mackwell said: ‘By sponsoring the LIA Certificate course, we know that we are supporting the future of the UK lighting industry.

We wish all of this year’s graduates all the best with their future careers’.

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AMS has introduced a new intelligent LED driver for mobile phone cameras that maximises the brightness of the flash without causing the battery to fail. The AS3649 LED driver uses a diagnostic pulse immediately before every flash operation, which measures the momentary voltage across the terminals of the phone’s battery.

It then reports a value for the highest flash drive current the battery can sustain, up to a maximum of 2.5A, without dropping below its minimum voltage, triggering the phone to reset during the main flash.

Drawing on advanced analog sensing technology developed

by AMS, the AS3649 measures the battery voltage and current to precisely calibrate optimal LED drive currents under any given conditions. Mobile phones with AS3649 can generate the brightest possible flash, without the need for a bulky auxiliary power source, such as a super-capacitor.

Ronald Tingl, senior marketing manager at AMS, said: ‘Consumers look carefully at camera performance when choosing a mobile phone – it is a key differentiator.

By using the AS3649, handset, manufacturers can achieve the best possible lighting for pictures taken in dark conditions, and at the same time benefit from eliminating the huge effort involved in qualifying components stressed by high LED flash drive currents.’

NEWS A world first

Small, but perfectly formed The infrared Oslon black SFH 4716S from Osram is a powerful IREDs, with an optical output of 1030 milliwatts (mW), and with a beam angle of 150 degrees, offers perfect illumination at a range of a few metres, making it ideal for gesture detection systems linked to computer games, or for optical safety systems in the automotive sector. With external optics and tight focusing, even distant objects can be perfectly illuminated with infrared light.

The high-power IRED illuminates the relevant area so that a camera sensor can detect movement, which will then be used to control a computer or enter text. The wide beam angle ensures that the near-field area is uniformly illuminated and gestures are reliably detected. The SFH 4716S is certified in accordance with the Automotive Standard, so it can be used in safety-related applications, such as driver monitoring or seat occupancy detection systems in vehicles.

Its optical output is achieved at an operating current of 1A, with efficiency of 35 per cent. This increased performance is based on stack technology: Osram provides each chip with two emission centres, thereby doubling its output. Oslon black achieves a radiant intensity of up to 225 mW/sr. Radiant intensity, measured in milliwatts per steradiant, indicates the light output within a solid angle segment to define the intensity of the light beam. ‘With the aid of external reflectors it is possible to produce very narrow beam angles and illuminate at distances of several hundred metres’, said Dr. Jörg Heerlein, who is responsible for product marketing.

Philips has announced a new innovation in LED lighting, creating what it says is the world’s most energy-efficient LED lamp suitable for general lighting applications.

Philips researchers developed a tube lighting (TL) replacement TLED prototype that produces a record 200 lumens per watt of high-quality white light, compared with 100lm/W for fluorescent lighting and just 15lm/W for traditional incandescent bulbs.

The prototype TLED lamp is twice as efficient as its predecessors, basically halving the energy used.

With lighting accounting for more than 19 per cent of the world’s total electricity consumption, this innovation promises to drive massive energy and cost savings globally. The 200lm/W TLED lamp is expected to hit the market in 2015 for office and industry applications, before ultimately being available for use in the home.

The TLED prototype marks the first time that lighting engineers have been able to reach 200lm/W efficiency, without compromising on light quality, with all parameters required to meet the stringent requirements for office lighting. ‘This again is a major breakthrough in LED lighting and will further drive the transformation of the lighting industry,’ explained Rene van Schooten, CEO light sources & electronics for Philips.

‘After being recognised for our quality of LED light (mimicking traditional light bulbs) to creating new experience with Hue, we now present the next innovative step in doubling lighting efficiency. It’s exciting to imagine the massive energy and cost savings it will bring to our planet and customers.’

LOW MAINTENANCE CHIP Ridi Lighting has announced the release of the next generation of its EBRME-LED recessed modular luminaires, which are now fitted with RIDI’s own highly efficient LED boards. The EBRME models are designed for lay-in or drawnup recessed mounting, and are available with opal acrylic panels, micro-prismatic diffusers or parabolic louvres. The addition of the LED modules, featuring Samsung chips, adds key elements of energy

efficiency and low maintenance benefits to this cost effective range.

Designed for use in modular ceilings, the steel housing and powder coated body is deliberately minimalist for easy cleaning, and its increased suitability for a variety of applications. Available in 600x600mm and 1200x300mm variants, the new models can also be sealed to protect against the ingress of dust and water splashes to IP54 rating.

‘The new LED module versions bring increased efficiency to this luminaire design, which has found its natural home in schools, offices and other applications with modular ceilings,’ explained Mike Attard, MD of Ridi Lighting in the UK. ‘The LED modules we use are now all made in our own facility in Germany, allowing us to offer the same build quality as the luminaire housing and an added reliance on achieving the full 50,000hrs projected life-span.’

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MOON

WALKING Celebrating the arrival of summer means evenings spent outdoors, often seeing our towns and cities in a different light

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ore and more local authorities and community groups have spotted the potential of run-down town square, churchyards, old picturesque bridges and ruins, or even an empty field that can be revamped, spruced up and lovingly lit to create somewhere that people will be drawn to on long, balmy summer evenings. Of course, once they’ve been seduced away from the TV, the chances are they’ll spend hard cash too, so making the most of public space is good for the local economy and for the people who live there – and it’s all achieved with low energy light sources.

Just such an area has been created in Londonderry, where a public art installation has been created along the bank of the River Foyle. The installation, by Londonbased artists, Vong Phaophanit and Claire Oboussier, is the UKs largest public artwork outside mainland Britain.

It highlights a new regenerative turn for ‘Derry as it struggles to move from conflict to culture, as it takes on the mantle of City of Culture in 2013.

A series of steel sculptures punctuate the river’s edge, which at night are illuminated by undulating coloured light, programmed to give Mute Meadow the appearance of a living thing. By day, the sculptures take their lighting cues from the sun, shifting shadows cast by rolling overhead clouds but at night, it becomes an organic, ever-changing entity using coloured lighting that mimic sounds.

Forty pairs of sculptures are scattered along the bank of the River Foyle – with Iluminarc’s Ilumipod Inground 36 IP fixtures nestled between each pair. To light these reed-like steel structures, each LED-fitted Ilumipod Inground 36 IP wash light was carefully encased in a custom structure and incorporated into the landscape. The lights were

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A series of steel sculptures punctuate the river’s edge, which at night are illuminated by undulating coloured light, programmed to give Mute Meadow the appearance of a living thing designed to match the stained glass windows of the neighbouring Guildhall. Each of its 12 windows was translated into a palette of five colours, giving a total of 60 colours lighting the entire piece. The lighting design, specification and programming was performed by Neon Circus, based in Saffron Walden, Essex. The company wrote software to collate the lights with the random sound bites that make up the “breathing pattern” of the piece. Neon Circus spent weeks on the project, staggering the dimming curves to accompany the right audio triggers, which mixed the light from each colour palette. The goal was to achieve a look that was ‘unpredictable within reason.’

Added sparkle A similar idea to illuminate the public landscape has been undertaken in Northumberland, where Artistic Licence supplied the sophisticated control system for Sparkle, a permanent after-dark lighting installation at The Alnwick Garden. The first phase of the project installed by Marl International, uses feature LED lighting to create an array of colourful effects at the popular visitor attraction.

Marl consulted Artistic Licence on the initial network design, and called on the company to provide a complete control solution with the versatility to create mood lighting programmes suitable for any occasion. The Artistic Licence Colour-Tramp controller, a product combining lighting control with graphic editing, provided all the functionality and flexibility needed to meet the project’s stringent demands.

In order to demonstrate Colour-Tramp’s broad capabilities, Artistic Licence hosted a training session for the project engineers. They were shown how to enter the LED fixture array using the sophisticated graphic user interface, and guided through the in-built colour palettes and visual editing tools, which enable the creation of a rich variety of lighting shows. As a result, the Sparkle installation now benefits from a 60-colour lighting programme.

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Integral to the lighting control was the ability to provide smooth LED dimming. For this purpose, Artistic Licence developed a custom version of its Candle-Power CP4 LED dimmer. Sparkle opened to much excitement, attracting media interest throughout the region. It is hoped the lighting display will attract visitors to the garden year round, while providing themed backdrops for custom events.

Although I’m not sure that nocturnal wanderings are to be recommended in the area, the spectacular statue guarding the entrance to the Lejwe la Metsi game farm in South Africa has been lit to perfection using ETC’s Source Four XT fittings.

Kobus van Rensburg, owner of home automation company Electronia, which carried out the installation, explained: ‘The new villa at the farm, where visitors come to observe wild animals, has some amazing features; one of them is a bronze leopard that runs across the water at the western side of the house.

‘We tried various types of lighting but couldn’t get sufficient illumination on the statue. The problem was that when it was viewed from inside the villa at night, glare on the inside of the windows hid the feature. By using the Source Four XT, we were able to blast the leopard with so much light that it was clearly visible even with all the villa’s chandeliers on. We then cut a gobo of the leopard’s silhouette, so that we could hide all unwanted light from around the statue.’

He added that ‘very high profile VIP’s are regularly entertained at Lejwe la Metsi, so it was important to have the statue looking good.’

Located in South Africa’s northernmost province of Limpopo, on the border with Botswana and Zimbabwe, the area has long, hot, dusty summer days, with occasional thunderstorms, so a rugged, weatherproof housing for the fixtures was needed. The Source Four XT HID Zoom spotlight was designed to offer the operational benefits of a Source Four luminaire – optical sharpness, brilliant light output and energy efficiency – in a housing created specifically for all-weather use. The industrial design, coupled with a 12,000-hour, 150W high intensity discharge lamp, makes it ideal for long-term use in Limpopo.

Contact Iluminarc www.iluminarc.com Neon Circus www.neoncircus.com Artistic Licence www.artisticlicence.com Marl Interntional www.leds.co.uk ETC www.etcconnect.com

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Lancashire hot s-pot Creating an energy-efficient Caribbean-style paradise at Alton Towers Resort

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or the hospitality industry, lighting is an important influencer of customer comfort and enjoyment. Lighting models have the power to shape ambience and enhance atmosphere.

The management team at Blackpool’s second famous attraction, Alton Towers were guided by this idea when they engaged Premium Lighting Solutions (PLS) to design and install a new lighting system for the pool area at the resort’s Splash Landings Hotel.

The pool has been designed to offer a bright, tropical experience that suggests a Caribbean holiday to guests, and so a lighting model that was capable of simulating the light levels of a Caribbean island at dusk and dawn was required.

The brief at the Alton Towers resort was very specific; energysaving lighting was required to improve light levels in the main pool area, while creating different light

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temperatures in specific spaces.

When it came to installing the lights, PLS were faced with a tough challenge. The water park has been created on a vast scale, covering 40,000sq ft, and a million gallons of water are covered by 50,000 sq ft of cellular roofing.

Placing structural considerations to one side, there still remained the challenge of installing the new lighting in unforgiving weather; it was feared the tricky conditions outside would impede progress.

Warren Critchley, technical services maintenance manager at Alton Towers reflected on the potential disruption: ‘The time frame for installation was extremely tight, and as the installation window approached, so did the snow!

‘I was concerned that the installation team would not be able to get to the site, and that the job would not be completed on time.

However any weather-related fears were eased by the professionalism of the installation team.’

Access limitations inside the water park meant that the installation team had to carry out much of the work using ropes and climbing equipment, but despite both these restrictions and poor weather conditions, the project was actually finished ahead of schedule.

PLS created bespoke colour rendering to suit the brief, and the resulting illumination, provided by new floodlight fittings, illuminates the features of the water park while being extremely crisp and sharp.

Critchley continued: ‘The lights are performing as they should do illuminating instantly and producing excellent light quality - therefore I am extremely pleased with them.’

The new lights have drastically reduced carbon emissions at the resort. By April of this year, the water park has saved just over four tonnes of carbon in as many months, which equates to annual savings of 57 per cent.

According to PLS, this level of cost and energy savings should be

a great incentive for other hospitality businesses that may be looking to reduce their carbon emissions but are unsure where to start. Aside from the obvious cost benefits, an enhanced corporate reputation is a big factor for these venues. Statistics from The Carbon Trust revealed that the hospitality sector can typically achieve a 20 per cent reduction in energy use by implementing more energy efficient lighting.

Keith Wyatt, commercial director at Premium Lighting Solutions commented on the project: ‘The Alton Towers example shows that there are energy efficient solutions available for all kinds of lighting requirements.

‘Whatever the design, significant reductions in energy output - and therefore costs - are achievable.’

Contact Splash Landings Resort www.altontowers.com Premium Lighting Solutions www.premiumlighting.co.uk

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LETTER FROM

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Businesses are leading the way on LED adoption in the US, reports Ray Sjolseth, American-based director of engineering at Seesmart Inc. n the United States, business owners and consumers have one goal in common: to save money. In the current economy, companies need an easily attainable way to cut costs and improve their bottom line. One solution to save money on operational costs, while improving sustainability practices is to implement an LED lighting program.

While consumers in the US have been slower to adopt LED lights, businesses are retrofitting their current lighting system with LEDs at a faster rate.

The 2012 McKinsey Lighting Report estimates that LEDs will account for 45 per cent of the lighting market by 2016. By 2020, that number will jump to almost 70 per cent. The gradual phase out of incandescent bulbs in the US will contribute to this rapid market growth over the next seven years.

LED light bulbs offer a solution that not only provides a rapid return on investment, but also improves energy efficiency. Because LED lamps use approximately 90 percent less energy than standard incandescent bulbs, business can save on energy costs. LEDs also have a lifespan on average beyond 10 years, which significantly reduces maintenance costs for replacing light bulbs in a building.

In the US, several types of stores and businesses have been early adopters of LED technology. For retailers, LEDs provide an opportunity to create a ‘feel’ in the store that makes consumers more comfortable — and more likely to purchase. For instance, retrofitting the dressing room of a clothing store with LEDs allows the retailer to design the aesthetics to match how a garment should look in the light of a customer’s home, compared to a standard retail space.

The clearer, higher-quality light also enhances customer mood, creating a more enjoyable shopping experience.

If LEDs were implemented nationally right now, the United States would never need to build another power plant

In grocery or convenience stores, retailers can benefit from retrofitting freezers and meat displays with LED lighting. Without the ultraviolet lights produced by traditional fluorescents, the food product will last longer and have a richer colour. The decrease in heat output from LEDs can make meat or fresh produce last in excess of two weeks longer than under incandescent lighting.

LED lighting also reduces glare, which gives customers a brighter and crisper view of product displays.

In addition to business and stores, schools and universities in the United States are now embracing LED lighting too. Many university buildings, such as libraries and dorms, are open 24-hours. These areas need energy efficient, maintenance-free and long-lasting lighting to dramatically reduce energy consumption.

To lower the risk of a new sustainability program, one popular alternative for businesses has been retrofitting a portion of the building (such as a parking garage or constantly-lit corridors) first to improve energy efficiency.

Once businesses experience the relatively quick return on investment, and can measure how their energy output is improved, they are more likely to retrofit their entire office building or store. This also helps with the initial transition to LED, by using a phased-in approach in deploying LED technology by area, usually starting with anything that is lit 24-hours a day, seven days a week.

LEDs provide an energy-efficient way for US business owners to save energy and conserve natural resources.

If LEDs were implemented nationally right now, the United States would never need to build another power plant, and LEDs would eliminate the need for more than 30 existing power plants.

Contact Seesmart Inc www.seesmartled.com

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Aurora’s SOLA m10 is the world’s most advanced integrated fire rated downlight New from Aurora comes the m10, the flagship product of the SOLA fire-rated downlight range. Three technologies combine to make the m10 the world’s most advanced integrated fire-rated product; CrystalCool™ thermal management, LEDChroic™ optics and multiple HVLEDs which form a single point light-source.

The first downlighter ever to incorporate these features with DriverOn-Board (DOB), the m10 is capacitor free making it less susceptible to high ambient temperatures for improved reliability, longer lifetime and high performance. HVLED and DOB eliminate the need for a separate driver as the turn-on voltage of an HVLED is a closer match to that of the mains supply. For ease and speed of installation, FastFix™ connectors feature loop in and loop out terminals while interchangeable ‘twist and lock’ bezels can be fitted once the ceiling is paint coated. The SOLA m10 is dimmable, with a lamp life of 100,000 hours and guaranteed for 10 years.

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LED Vici Pendant The Vici Pendant by Hacel is an inspired design, beautifully crafted with a union of etched glass and cool white LED technology. A choice of three lumen outputs are available, comparable with 26W, 32W and 42W compact fluorescent light sources respectively. The Vici Pendant also holds a Hacel designed Light Engine which utilises twelve cool white, 233 lumen, lighting quality LEDS and integral driver within the precision die cast housing which is discreetly shrouded by the etched borosilicate glass. Also part of the range is the Vici Spectrum Pendant which maintains all of the design features of the standard pendant. It is supplied with a 5W, high power MR16 Colour Changing LED lamp and integral electronic driver and can be synchronised to change colour simultaneously using the Spectrum Remote Control. The versatility of the Vici Pendant is ideally suited to high class applications in the Retail, Commercial and Architectural Sectors.

SOLA Universal™ downlighters and FIRETEC™ LEDs maximise lamp life and performance Aurora’s SOLA Universal™ fire-rated downlighter and FIRETEC™ LED lamps combine to deliver maximum lamp life and performance.

Universal™ is a multilamp IC fire-rated fitting that’s available in both long and short forms. Optimum ventilation reduces internal can temperature by 20% for longer lamp life. FIRETEC™ LED lamps feature CrystalCool™ technology which reduces the LED junction temperature by 30% for a higher quality, brighter light for longer.

The next generation in thermal management, these retrofit lamps use the world’s smallest active heatsink. Purchased together, both products are guaranteed for 5 years.

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These unique fire-rated downlighters and LED lamps are just three of Aurora Lighting’s full range of solutions that have been consolidated into a single print source ‘GREEN’ which includes QR codes. ‘GREEN’ allows browsing around classes of lumen output, purpose and performance.

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New Led Circular Bulkheads LED Circular bulkhead lights with microwave sensor, daylight sensor, on/off or 20% dimming and emergency 3 hr duration. IP44 and IP65.

Replaces 2d fluorescent, ideal for corridors and stairwells, surface and recessed mounting. Light source including diffuser IP44 - 16W 1100 lumens. 384mm diameter. IP65 - 16W 1100 lumens, 23W 1360 lumens.

360mm diameter. IP65 fitting cast aluminium housing For further information please call Ledlites ltd on 01438 718222 or email ianv@ledlitesltd.co.uk

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Led Hut +44 (0) 1534 764778 | www.ledhut.co.uk 595 X 595 PANEL LED LIGHT 36 watt - 3265 lumens This Super thin LED Panel light has 610 LEDs using less than 0.01 watt of energy the equivalent of a 220 Watt output while only using 36 watt so you will be saving on your electricity and reducing your carbon footprint.These panel lights provide a great source of general illumination, suitable for use in offices, factories, supermarkets, task lighting, store displays and warehouse illumination. The cost saving and environment saving by using LED lights are massive, they may be more expensive to purchase than a standard bulb but they use 10 times less power and save the environment at the same time.

SPECIFICATIONS Lumens: 3165 > 3265 Power Consumption: 36w Non Dim: 85-265v Input Power: Average Life in Hrs: 50000 Panel Base:

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GU10 LED SMD SPOTLIGHT 5 watt - 460 lumens - 3020 High Power SMD Chips This high quality energy saving LED lamp is designed for domestic, commercial and retail lighting, and is a direct replacement for existing GU10 lamps. LedHut’s GU10 LED provides exceptional performance of up to 460 lumens and is aesthetically and intelligently designed to significantly reduce energy consumption and deliver long life performance: exceeding an incredible maintenance free 50,000 hours.

SPECIFICATIONS Lumens: WW 430 CW 460 Power Consumption: 5w Input Power: Dim: 220-240v Non Dim: 85-265v Average Life in Hrs: 50000 Base: GU10

Beam Angle: Size: Equivalent to: Dimmable: (Option available) Colour:

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LED HIGH BAY 100 watt - 8000 lumens The cost saving and environment saving by using LED lights are massive, they may be more expensive to purchase than a standard bulb but they use 10 times less power and save the environment at the same time.

SPECIFICATIONS Lumens: 8000 Power Consumption: 100w Input Power: 85-240v Average Life in Hrs: 50000 Base: High Bay

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Astro Lighting Ltd Astro is a leading player in the design and manufacture of contemporary lighting, with an innovative collection of LED solutions and a particular specialism in IP44 bathroom lighting.

Astro has recently received the Queen’s Award for Enterprise and International Trade which is one of the most coveted prizes in industry today, recognising exceptional commercial success and substantial growth in overseas earnings.

Astro’s imaginative design, high quality manufacture and excellent customer service have produced double-digit growth with sales up 31% for the last financial year. With exports to over 30 countries accounting for around half of all sales, Astro represents an inspirational home-grown success story proving that British lighting design can perform admirably against strong European competition.

Developing the latest Chip On Board led products Designed and developed in Britain LIA tested High lumen output

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As a company we will be working very closely with electrical wholesalers and distributors to ensure we have the best products available at the best possible prices.

Our products will be available from wholesalers listed on our supply page there will be a point of sale and brochure in every electrical wholesaler we supply. Please visit our website for more information.

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Change at the top By presenting the first restructuring and redevelopment process, Hess Group managing director, Dr Till Becker considers his task completed.

He was appointed to prepare and initiate a consistent re-organisation of the Group, working at high pressure on the concept since January of this year, providing a solid foundation for further work. Becker will remain as a consultant during a tender.

Temporary insolvency administrator, Dr Volker Grub thanked Becker for his committed dedication. ‘In an exceptional situation, Dr Becker did an excellent job and presented a detailed first restructuring concept,’ he announced. ‘We are therefore all the more delighted that he is available to us as consultant for a possible M&A process in the future.’

Dr Grub appears to be cautiously optimistic regarding a possible M&A process: ‘Hess is a worldwide, well-known medium-sized business with a good position in the market.

All of us think the company has deserved a second chance.’

Andreas Budde was formally appointed as sole MD by the supervisory board during its most recent meeting.

GAMBLING ON THE FUTURE As the LED lighting market continues to flourish, Verbatim is introducing new high performance products to take advantage of the flourish of anticipated growth.

The company’s expansion into the LED sector represents the future for the Business: sales revenue from LED products is expected to become the single most important product category in Verbatim’s brand portfolio by 2015. Probably best known as a pioneer of data storage technology, Verbatim believes it is successfully shaping the future of LED lamps, based on core technologies from Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation (MCC).

Having introduced its first range of LED retrofit lamps in the second half of 2010, the company has subsequently enlarged its LED product portfolio to target lighting design specialists, architects and facility managers. A further range of 25 specialist products designed for household use, are available through electrical, home improvement and online stores.

‘Verbatim’s expansion into the LED sector represents the future for our overall product portfolio and business,’ explained Rüdiger Theobald, EUMEA marketing director for the company. ‘2013 will be a year with plenty of opportunities for growth.’

NEWS Proud as punch

Making new friends Harvard Engineering is celebrating another successful year of growth after opening international offices across Europe and the US. The company opened new facilities in Italy, Germany and the US during 2012 as part of a five-year growth strategy to increase exports from 25 per cent of turnover at the end of 2011 to 50 per cent by the end of 2015. With the US accounting for 20 per cent of the $75 billion global lighting market, the company believes it will provide it with a significant opportunity. Harvard has also put in place distribution partnerships in the Czech Republic, the Middle East, Ireland, and Australia. It already has an office in France, which covers the French and Spanish markets, and is planning to appoint sales representation in the Benelux region in 2013.

Russell Fletcher, sales and marketing director commented: ‘Following our continued success in the UK, we put together an expansion strategy to make our products available worldwide.

The new offices are just the first step in our progressive plan to make Harvard an internationally renowned brand.’

Harvard, which is also working with UK Trade & Investment to research a number of fledgling markets in Eastern Europe and Latin America, has signed a sole agreement with Venture Lighting for the distribution and sale of Harvard’s LeafNut solution in the US and Canada, cementing a long standing working relationship between the two companies.

Ken Hawley, VP of sales and marketing at Venture Lighting commented: ‘Harvard’s driver and wireless controls expertise and knowledge is unmatched in the industry today, and combined with Venture’s sales, marketing, operational and service support network, we have the perfect partnership for developing the opportunities for LeafNut in North America.’

Astro Lighting has received the Queen›s Award for Enterprise, one of the most coveted commercial prizes in industry since its inception in 1966. The Awards for Enterprise recognise excellence in the three categories. In the case of international trade, the business has to demonstrate substantial growth in overseas earnings and commercial success to an exceptional level.

Astro has grown rapidly since incorporation in 1997: continuous product development is core to its philosophy with around 150 new models launched each year. With exports to 30 countries accounting for around half of all sales, Astro represents a home grown success story, proving that British lighting design can perform admirably against strong European competition. Innovative design, high quality manufacture and reliable performance have produced doubledigit growth with sales up 31 per cent for the last financial year.

Tough times According to LEDinside, a research division of TrendForce, fewer new LED lighting products were launched in the global market during March’13, and the price of existing products showed a steady decline.

In the global market, the 40W equivalent LED bulb’s retail price has dropped by 3.9 per cent to $17.10, while the 60W equivalent’s average price has dropped by 6.5 per cent to $24.10. The research indicated that in the UK and Germany, the 40W equivalent LED bulb price has dropped by 5.3 per cent and 6.1 per cent respectively, while the price of existing products continued to fall. In Japan, the average price of 40W equivalent bulbs has dropped by 4.5 per cent and the existing product price has also showed a steady decline.

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MORE TASTE, LESS WASTE

Finding ways to cut energy costs, improve customer satisfaction and increase shelf life is a no-brainer for the UK’s food retailers

It’s

no secret that retailers, like all businesses, are facing increasing pressure to remain profitable while adhering to tough environmental targets.

Every single purchase is under scrutiny, to guarantee it is as energy efficient and cost effective as possible, all the while ensuring it increases sales and customer satisfaction.

Whether you look at supermarkets or small convenience stores, lighting is one of the biggest consumers of energy – but it can contribute to sales and the customer experience; leaving retailers with an opportunity to make a real financial impact that can instantly improve their bottom line.

But with so much technology on the market, how do retailers decide on what is the right lighting solution for their store? Tom Harrison, MD of MHA Lighting explained:‘The

right LED solution can bring a raft of benefits to retail. These include: significant energy savings of up to 85 per cent; high quality light uniformity; 4,500 Kelvin colour, 80 CRI LED (the optimum combination for displaying produce); an improved shopping experience potentially increasing sales; maintenance-free products lifetime; units that contribute to store hygiene and don’t generate heat, so fridges or air conditioning units don’t have to work as hard.’

These are valid points, and from the perspective of the retailer, tick all the boxes, as they not only significantly reduce lighting energy bills, slash carbon emissions and provide an unrivalled shopping experience, they also help to ensure that a retail environment is a safe and secure facility for their users. Having a uniformly well-lit environment

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isn’t just aesthetically pleasing; having the right lighting installed can provide significant energy savings and an inviting place to shop. MHA has undertaken a number of LED installations, which have been instrumental in significantly reducing the store’s environmental impact, at the same time improving customer satisfaction scores.

As a manufacturer of LED lighting products, Harrison says he hopes retailers aren’t deterred from making the switch to LED. ‘The technology is here and the ever growing number of professional LED lighting manufacturers and suppliers are constantly innovating to create ever-improving solutions,’ he enthused.

Out with the old…

At Tout’s Budgens in Cheddar, MHA Lighting replaced traditional fluorescents with 84 TiLite fittings from its product range. A further 38 LED downlighters were installed above tables in the store’s Subway concession and in the pharmacy area.

The new lighting has provided estimated energy saving of £89,539 and 567 tonnes of Co2 over the product’s lifetime.

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The lighting is extremely low maintenance and should last for 60,000 hours of continuous use. In the case of Tout’s Budgens’ 18-hour a day operation, the lights shouldn’t need replacing for nine years, saving an additional £12,880 on routine maintenance. Harrison added: ‘The lack of heat given off by the LED lighting allows further energy savings to be made through reduced use of air conditioning systems. The machines don’t have to work as hard to cool the shop, which is beneficial for stores with open refrigerators.’ Even security was improved with the removal of the old fluorescent fittings, as flicker on CCTV monitors was reduced, allowing clearer identification of suspects.

Philip Tout, owner of the supermarket, said: ‘We chose to make the switch to LED lighting as part of our commitment to improving the customer experience and reducing the carbon footprint of the business. MHA provided an LED solution that not only improves lighting levels, it reduces our on-going energy costs and equivalent Co2 emissions. We are delighted with the results and are already getting positive feedback from our customers about how great the store looks. ‘All of our stores stock the best quality fresh produce from local growers, and the LED lighting really enhances the appearance of our fruit and veg, and butchery offering.’

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Colour coded Not every food outlet should be lit the same way, although there is of course a marked similarity in light sources, as Fred Bass of Megaman explained when we asked what he thought was the best source to illuminate supermarkets: ‘It varies depending on the space and decoration; a high street supermarket will be lit differently from a standalone retail park supermarket, due to the size difference and access to natural light.

‘For supermarkets, the most appropriate solution depends on which area of the store and its size: there isn’t just one solution. For grocery or other food-only areas, I’ve seen great projects in the Americas with PAR38 LED using R9 technology to boost the reds. Ultimately, the customer needs to feel comfortable, find what they want easily, have no discomforting glare and be able to appreciate the goods on offer literally in the best light.’

So, can a change in lighting actually increase footfall and customer spend? Bass explained that this isn’t a precise science: ‘There have been a number of studies into whether lighting can influence footfall or customer spend in a retail space, but the difficulty is isolating the lighting, and proving its effects above those of products, promotions, space etc. However, we do know that lighting can enhance spaces, items, and even people’s moods.

It’s extremely important for retailers to analyse their store space to see where lighting can enhance it.

Are there any dark corners that would get neglected if not lit properly? Can shelves be used to showcase products with spotlights?

‘Accent lighting is a good example of how retailers can help draw attention to particular items in an in-store environment; it is popular in jewellery stores where luxury items can stand out, but it can also be used if a food retailer wants to increase footfall to a particular area of their store, or highlight a product.’ So, what’s the most common light source in the UK’s food outlets - and is this the right choice for ambient lighting across the board?

‘At the current time, for smaller retail outlets, accent lighting is still mostly halogen spotlights but for larger ones

Accent lighting is a good example of how retailers can help draw attention to particular items in an in-store environment

Contact MHA Lighting www.mha-lighting.co.uk Megaman www.megamanuk.com Iluminarc www.iluminarc.com

they may be metal halide,’ said Bass. ‘For ambient lighting in smaller retail premises, you do find a lot of halogen downlights, and in larger outlets it is typically fluorescent, be it linear or compact. However, this doesn’t mean these are the best solutions on the market.

‘We are seeing an increase in demand for LED technology as one of the major benefits to retailers is the energy saving, which results in reduced energy bills. As a general rule compared to conventional incandescent technology you save about 80 per cent in energy costs with LED, and one can estimate, on 24/7 burning (allowing some saving for lower maintenance costs) a payback of six to nine months, depending on the cost of the electricity. The actual value of course depends on the size of the installation.

What difference has the LED made to food retailing?

According to Bass: ‘In the past, retail outlets have traditionally used specialised White SON or metal-halide lamps, but because of the heat output, the light source must be positioned a decent distance away from food.

With LED emitting very little heat, if any at all, retailers are able to place lamps closer to food items without risk of affecting its quality. This works very well as part of POS, and highlighting products in standout displays. It also reduces the need for excessive air conditioning to combat heat dissipated from light sources.

‘LED lamps are extremely efficient in a number of ways.

Not only do they use less energy and therefore reduce electricity bills and carbon footprint, the lamps don’t require a colour filter, making them an effective piece of technology.

Megaman’s LED R9 Series is strong in red colour rendition, making it a good light source for meat, fruit and vegetables, where a sense of the freshness and richness of the product’s red colours are needed, while the Mellotone lamp, which emits warmer, more yellow tones, brings out the visual appeal of bread and pastries.

‘The future of LED in grocery retail is potentially very exciting. We can readily choose the colours in food that we want to highlight using lighting, with developments such as the R9, but there is no reason that this cannot be developed further, so that we have a lamp optimised for more specific varieties of food.’ Think too, of cooked food rather than just the slabs of raw meat, muddy vegetables or nets of oranges. The right choice of lighting will also make plated meals look much more appetising, so how would you go about lighting a fast food outlet?

A Boston Pizza owner has changed the relaxed, family-style setting of his fast food franchise with the help of a design team who installed nearly 60 TVs and speakers, and 276 Iluminarc interior lighting solutions, programmed with custom scenes.

For the restaurant in the middle of Toronto’s bustling entertainment district, Design Electronics’ Rob Jones and Darren Fousert installed and programmed the lighting, audio-visual and system control components.

The team used a combination of Ilumipod Logic 6, Ilumipod Logic 12 and Ilumipod Logic Tri-4 interior lighting solutions to provide variable and controllable lighting in the dining areas. Fousert designed 30 pre-set programs so staff members can easily modify the mood of the restaurant.

He created a special effect so when a sports game is being shown on TV, the lights flash the team’s colours.

‘We thoroughly investigated different types of interior lighting solutions, and found that the biggest advantage of the Illuminarc line is the ease of installation and control capability,’ Fousert said. ‘This is the first franchise full of LED and DMX-controlled lighting.’

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Kerb appeal A new lease of life for a tired office building in Scotland may be just what’s needed to tempt new tenants

pectrum House in Glasgow won the Workplace Lighting category of this year’s Lighting Design Awards. KSLD was the specialist lighting designer for the project, working with Michael Laird Architects.

The company’s scheme for the interior and exterior illumination was instrumental in refurbishing the outdated property, and giving it ‘street appeal’ – and as it turns out, ‘judge appeal’ too.

The brief was to improve the visibility and appeal of the commercial rental building. Spectrum House is a speculative office building located in central Glasgow.

Built in the 1960s, it had been refurbished previously but needed upgrading to appeal to prospective tenants. KSLD’s scope covered the entrance lobby, stair and lift lobbies, plus the introduction of exterior feature lighting.

KSLD’s aim was to create an uplifting lighting scheme, which updated the interior and strengthened the on-street presence of the building. The concept throughout was minimal, linear, clean and bright.

Instead of just another dreary office block, one of the most eye-catching elements of the commercial building’s exterior since the refurbishment is an array of LED light boxes, manufactured by Mike Stoane Lighting in Midlothian. Sited along the facade, they are activated with small animations to create a bold, yet sophisticated statement at street level.

KSLD’s Claire Hope explained further: ‘The subtle animated ripple of the light boxes really makes this building stand out from its neighbours, but in a very understated way. It adds a touch of flair, which should draw the attention of prospective tenants. We’re really pleased with the result, which meets these objectives and has dramatically added to the night-time identity of this building.’

Commenting on the judges decision to give the award to Spectrum House, Kevan Shaw, design director at KSLD, said: ‘We’re very proud that Spectrum House has received this Award. The judges remarked on the detailing and integration of the lighting. This is only possible working with an architect, in this case Tim Griffin from Michael Laird Architects, who trusts the lighting designer and responds to their ideas and advice.’

Contact KSLD www.ksld.com Michael Laird Architects www.michaellaird.co.uk Mike Stoane Lighting www.mikestoanelighting.com

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How we work: 1. Forward us your, brief / preliminary sketch / drawing 2. We will sketch / draw a selection of solutions and forward for your comment 3. If our solution ticks the boxes we will prepare a no obligation quotation 4. All above can take as little as 24 hours dependant on complexity of the brief.

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The tooth fairy Seeing really is believing for patients at a Hampshire dental practice and cosmetic studio obody relishes a trip to the dentist, but for patients at Romsey Dental Care in Hampshire, the exceptional levels of customer care that won recognition by the British Dental Association’s Good Practice Award in 2009, are now matched by the surroundings.

The forward thinking practice is committed to its local area, and positively strives to lower its carbon footprint on a day-by-day basis. In 2012, it won a Green Business Award for just that commitment.

Although energy efficient light fittings are now fairly commonplace, there are other challenges that need to be considered when lighting a medical facility. Low energy sources, such as CFL and LED can vary considerably where quality of light and colour rendering are concerned, making accurate patient assessment difficult.

Dental practices in particular suffer from the additional problem of low energy light sources being extremely bright, and

potentially creating visual discomfort for patients during treatment.

Samantha Price, owner of Romsey Dental Care wanted to solve the problem for her patients. ‘PhotonStar has a sustainable design philosophy that promises fully recyclable, long life, quality products, which suit the practice’s ultra-modern design,’ she said. ‘With all manufacturing in the UK, and the head office just down the road from the practice, the company fulfilled our aim to source quality products locally and sustainably.’

PhotonStar LED fittings have replaced a number of recessed CFLs, providing a better quality of light and a higher CRI, which allows for true and accurate colour representation, providing better patient observation and examination in the surgery. The Simetra fittings were chosen specifically to reduce glare and increase the visual comfort of patients while ‘in the chair’.

Complying with Romsey’s green ethos,

the LED fittings are all fully recyclable, and of course don’t present the problems associated with mercury content or UV radiation of CFLs. The solution is expected to last for at least 15 years, requiring minimal maintenance during the period Although the LED fittings were originally installed to improve the patient experience, they’ve had the additional benefit of reducing the surgery’s electrical costs by 50 per cent.

Price believes there has been a noticeable difference since the installation: ‘Visitors are consistently pleased with the brighter, fresher, low glare lighting, and have commented that it helps make their experience even more enjoyable,’ she said. ‘The employees have also reaped the benefits of better quality light in the work areas.’

Contact PhotonStar www.photonstarlighting.co.uk Romsey Dental Care www.romseydentalcare.co.uk

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Woodhouse 01926 314313 | www.woodhouse.co.uk Woodhouse CODA LED Luminaire The Coda lantern represents a watershed in exterior luminaire design, performance and value. The sleek aerodynamic body encapsulates a revolutionary heatsink design that allows effective heat transfer directly from the LED module to the surrounding air. This enables a truly unique, low profile and contemporary aesthetic whilst providing extremely low junction temperatures for the cutting-edge, high output LEDs. These versatile CREE XML LEDs deliver superior output with exceptional service life; all tested and verified by Lux Tsi. Coda is the wise investment in your lighting future.

Cube Lighting +44 (0) 1442 876676 www.cubelighting.com Cube Lighting limited Recently completed a bespoke commission to design and manufacture an LED illuminated 4.5M tall x 600mm diameter pendant. Designed by Simon Rozenberg and manufactured in-house from silver plated brass, Clear Acrylic and Lead crystal droppers. 24 x special silver shades, 432 x 1 metre long droppers, 48 x 700mA Warm White Dimmable LED’s go together to create a stunning centre piece to the sweeping marble staircase.

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CU Phosco + 44 (0) 1920 860600 | www.cuphosco.com P850 LED Road Lantern A ground breaking main road lantern that perfectly combines innovations in heat management, optical performance and energy saving in a beautifully simple aesthetic exterior. The P850 minimises energy and operating costs by reducing over-lighting; a result of very low thermal resistance LEDs that give exceptionally low lumen depreciation over life. The P850 represents state-of-the-art design of high power LED luminaires at a surprisingly affordable price. Our integrity is important to us and so all P850 technical information is produced in line with the HEA-HEMSA LED Guide, using this guide customers can ensure like for like comparison

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This is particularly useful in low light level environments. These new controls are in addition to DANLERS recently launched ‘Intelligent’ Batten Mount controls with a one touch calibration process that distinguishes the difference between artificial and natural light delivered to the photocell, resulting in optimised switching levels and enhanced energy savings.

These UK manufactured IP53 rated controls can switch lighting loads of up to 10 amps and can be mounted onto the end of lighting battens. They detect movement of a warm body within their detection zones (either 5m or 10m variants) and include a photocell which can be set to between 100 lux and 3000 lux. This technology has a GB patent pending No. 1219746.3.

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A VERY FANCY ADDRESS

The organiser of Decorex International, the luxury design and interiors event, has confirmed the show will be moving to a new location for 2013 – Perks Field, adjacent to Kensington Palace in the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea.

The space, owned by Buckingham Palace, offers Decorex a prestigious Central London location with excellent transport links.

The desire to keep the event local stems from the Borough’s thriving reputation as a central hub for design.

Decorex is celebrated by the Borough as a world-class arts and culture event that contributes to the vitality of the area.

In 2013, the show will takeplace from 22-25 September

LED professional has introduced a new element to its website – the Lighting Designer tool The Lighting Designer is a sophisticated cloud-based application platform to design complete LED lighting system solutions in minutes. This integrated design environment combines multiple modules, including light sources, secondary optics, power supplies, connectors, heat sinks and boards to develop a system solution. With built-in design guidelines, powerful simulation and analytical engines, and a comprehensive BOM module, engineers can get quick results and access to a wide portfolio of products from leading component manufacturers, all in a convenient and intuitive online environment.

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French passion for LED Brittany-based lighting manufacturer, Chromlech has been awarded an Etoile du SIEL during the annual awards ceremony at SIEL 2013 in Paris.

The Award was given for the groundbreaking Chromlech Elidy, the first LED matrix fixture able to produce volumetric light graphics.

Launched at PLASA, Chromlech Elidy is a matrix of 5 x 5 high-powered LEDs, driven by state-of-the-art electronics to provide an LED wall capable of projecting light. Specific optics and high-output, warm white LEDs combine to generate extremely narrow beams that far exceed the intensity of LED screens. Elidy is modular in form, based around a single projector of 25 LEDs (one sq ft), which can be assembled to form up to 225 LEDs (one sq m) and arranged into screens, columns, or even angled forms.

The current Award is the second Etoile du SIEL for Chromlech, having received its first in 2012 for Gleamer, the DMX-controlled, low-voltage dimmer. Gleamer subsequently went on to receive the PLASA Award for Innovation and the LDI Product Award of the Year. ‘To be recognised by the industry two years in a row is a great achievement for us,’ said product manager, Kevin Migeon.

‘Last year’s Etoile du SIEL put us on the map, and it was very exciting to see that acknowledgement go international at LDI and PLASA. But to win again this year with Elidy shows we are in it for the long run!’

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The design team at Visual Energy has launched a new-look website, showcasing some of the company’s most elaborate architectural lighting designs from around the world. Featuring stunning, high-resolution images, in-depth case studies and the very handy ability for interested readers to download the latest selection of projects, the new site is a must for potential and existing clients. www.visualenergy.org

Renewed efforts Designed to inspire industry to greater heights, the Energy Efficiency & Renewables Awards returns on 12 September.

The event will spotlight the best small, medium and large firms in the energy efficiency & renewables sector.

On the evening, guests are guaranteed a genuinely exceptional evening at an event which has boasted high-quality entertainment from Michael Mcintyre and Gabby Logan in recent years. The hosts have yet to be confirmed for this September, but the organiser promises a first class line-up.

So whatever the size of your company, there are only a few weeks remain to enter, and this year’s categories feature lighting specific awards, including Low-Energy Lighting Installer, as well as more general awards for energy efficiency.

Shortlisted submissions will be confirmed by 1 July 2013.

Completely redesigned with a new responsive format, the new Tom Kirk website provides optimal viewing experience across a wide range of devices. The products section has in-depth technical information and downloads, while the projects section covers a wide range of the company’s commissioned work.

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NIGHT GARDEN

Lighting the garden – whether it’s a tiny suburban patch or acres or rolling parkland – needs a gentle touch.

This month, TL gets expert help on lighting techniques for all sizes, schemes and styles of outdoor space

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n the UK at least, there is a short - but all-the-more precious for it - window of opportunity when we can use our outside space to its full potential. Rather than just mowing, weeding, trimming and feeding, we suddenly have the chance to get something back for all the months of hard work. The chance to sit outside, entertain friends, and – if the weather Gods are feeling particularly generous – while away a happy evening or two under the stars.

The only problem is that for the majority, the time we have to enjoy our summer garden is mainly at night – when it’s dark.

Nobody is suggesting that we’re a nation of Neanderthals –I’ve been to many an impromptu outdoor get-together that was illuminated by a single eyeball-scorching halogen beam to great effect. Of course, the downside with dining ‘a la security fitting’ is that every 45 seconds, some poor sap has to leap up and gyrate, dervish-like, around the garden in order to reactivate the sensor.

So, there must be a better way – and there really, really is. Happily, for many – ahem! – enlightened architects and developers, outdoor lighting has become as much a part of a new home design as a staircase (assuming it’s not a bungalow, of course). At the very least, entrances, steps and pathways are now tastefully and safely lit, and the more affluent house hunters may find their New Zealand tree fern takes on a life of its own after dark.

Strike a light

8w LED Richmond Flood light, £221 and 8w LED Kensington Spotlight, £223 - John Cullen Lighting

For do-it-yourself types, there’s a plethora of products and advice. Whatever design suits the property can be accommodated – and usually in a low energy format too. By making the most of the latest energy saving technology, John Cullen has produced a range of lights designed to transform an average garden using as little as 60W. Recreating the warm white light of traditional halogen bulbs, the fittings can be used to add an element of magic and theatre to even a tiny garden – making it a dramatic and attractive feature with the flick of a switch. Design director, Sally Storey shares some simple tips for lighting a garden: ‘A mini LED spiked spotlight and directional spiked floodlight will allow you to light your garden extremely effectively at only 1W each – so there’s really no need to feel guilty about energy consumption. Enjoy your garden throughout the year by thinking of it as an external room.’

Ellie Coombs, associate LD at Paul Nulty Lighting Design suggests that we should perhaps spread our net a little wider. ‘The appropriate light source will be determined by the type of atmosphere you are trying to achieve,’ she explained. ‘There is not necessarily one specific way to light a garden.

Weather is an important element to consider, since certain light sources work more efficiently in different temperatures. Also, it is wise to choose outdoor lighting that has a long lamp life for minimal maintenance.’

So, what are the tips and tricks to effective outdoor lighting? Storey said ‘A step light, recessed into a wall, creates atmosphere as well as reduces the risk of anyone tripping. When lighting outside living spaces, complement internal lighting by using the same techniques.

LED Contour can be used to create a linear effect or use the colour version, RGB Slinky to create drama. Consider using uplights to create a feature wall or to uplight pots.’ Coombs takes a holistic approach, explaining: ‘I believe that less is more. Uplighting can be used to good effect, but must be carefully designed to avoid light spill.

The beam angle, cut off and light output must be appropriate to the area or object being lit.’

Built to last Roy Hughes, a partner at specialist distributor, The Lightworks, also has some sound advice: ‘In terms of aesthetics, indoor and outdoor lighting schemes actually share many of the same, basic principles. However, where things really change is with the “nuts and bolts” of the fittings, lamps and systems. It goes without saying that anything intended to stay outside must be made from the most durable of materials and, depending upon location, be able to cope with some very extreme conditions. Acute temperatures, wear and tear from constant footfall, aggressive climates – for instance, salty, coastal air or UV radiation – and being robust enough to stand up to the weight of light traffic, are all aspects that need to be carefully considered.

‘Similarly, gaining access to internal lighting systems is usually straightforward, it can be anything but with external fittings. No one wants to start excavating driveways, pools, busy public walkways or beautifully designed

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Key features of the best outdoor LED systems include ultra-low

profiles and high load resistance

Top: iGuzzini’s stunning Albero tree Above (three): A variety of Eyeleds’ outdoor fittings

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landscaping. Factors such as these and others are resulting in more and more designers opting to make specialist LED lighting the lynchpin of their external lighting schemes.’

So using low maintainence LED fittings is the way ahead? ‘The technology behind internal LED systems can barely keep up with itself, and outdoor LEDs are not very different,’ explained Hughes. ‘Key features of the best outdoor LED systems include ultra-low profiles and high load resistance.

The former is essential for accenting walkways and steps, the latter is a must for anyone needing lighting that will withstand being driven or walked over. Look for fittings capable of coping with at least 285kg.

The toughest stainless steel – often marine grade – is another good benchmark to aim for, as are fittings that have been proven to function properly in lower, or higher than average temperatures.

Think beyond the heat of an English summer or chill of a frosty morning; fittings should operate well below -30°C and in excess of 60°C.’

OK, we know LED fitting will give us low energy consumption, and high quality materials should help in the battle against the elements, so what else do we need to take into consideration?

‘Longevity is a huge issue for outside lighting schemes,’ said Hughes. ‘The expense and time involved with the constant maintenance of conventional external fittings is to be avoided at all costs, and LEDs – with their typical lifespan of 100,000 hours – have a “fit and forget” appeal that wins out time and again.

Eyeleds’ dedicated outdoor, plugand-play LED lighting is available in two options – Outdoor Basic and Outdoor Pro. Both use the tough, high quality stainless steel fittings that Eyeleds has become renowned for and are ideal for accenting walkways, driveways, jetties and external staircases.

Their low profile design allows them to be recessed into the majority of walk- and drive-over surfaces and thanks to their robust construction, both will withstand loads of up to 285kg/2850N. The fittings, which have round lenses, have been designed to be recessed into a 40mm cavity. Available in warm white, cool white, blue and amber, they will operate in temperatures from -35°C to 65°C, offer a rated life of 100,000 hours and come with a three year warranty. Hughes added: ‘The right external lighting scheme can transform a project, and Eyeleds, with their uncomplicated, ‘plug and play’ functionality are hugely versatile.’

Of course, maintenance is a much bigger issue with outdoor lighting, as Ellie Coombs pointed out: ‘Safety should be an inherent part of any lighting scheme. The design should enable whoever is using or maintaining a garden to do so in a safe manor. ‘Water, cabling, maintenance and navigation should be taken into consideration. IP rated equipment should be used throughout the lighting system to ensure that there is no water ingress into fittings. Cabling needs to be protected so that it is not exposed, and located such that it minimises the risk of damage by homeowners when gardening, or by animals. ‘To minimise the need for maintenance, use light sources with long lamp life. Lastly, create a scheme that aids safe navigating at night.’

Beauty in the eye…

We all have an opinion on what lighting for outside use should do, and should look like: some enjoy seeing the addition of colour to an otherwise monochrome nighttime planting scheme; some will tell you that laser-like lines of light almost sharp enough to cut yourself on are de rigeur, while others prefer a simpler approach. Claus Østergaard, international marketing director at Louis Poulsen is of the latter opinion: ‘Garden lighting is a question of doing exactly what is necessary and then reducing it to a minimum,’ he explained. ‘In the nighttime it is extremely important that you experience the garden as a dark area. The light level just has to be sufficient and nothing more: you have to feel the atmosphere and the comfort of the darkness.’

Wise words indeed, so where does Østergaard stand on the use of colour?

‘A garden is not an amusement park, so do not use colored light sources. Do not paint your garden with light.’ Instead he suggested: ‘Use different levels of white light with light sources that have good colour rendering. The garden is your nearest nature, so do not manipulate it.

Make scenes where you can distinguish dimensions. Make them by using different areas to spotlight, such as a flower bed, and let the flowers add the colours to the night image.’

So, does he believe that nature shouldn’t be enhanced with light? Østergaard continued: ‘See that the overall impression is a soft and gentle appearance of the different parts of the garden. All impressions have to be good and gentle to the eye - no glare, no special effects.‘There is no specific solution, quite often a matter of taste and creativity. We [Louis Poulsen] prefer the light level to be low. This is why we suggest bollards for garden lighting, also a fixture like Pagoda is excellent as it works as a low level, gentle light fixture and a piece of furniture in the garden.

‘Finally, use wall fixtures. They spread the light in a way that is comfortable, simple and pleasing.’

Contact John Cullen Lighting www.johncullenlighting.co.uk Paul Nulty Lighting Design www.paulnulty.co.uk The Lightworks www.the-lightworks.com Louis Poulsen www.louispoulsen.com Clas Ohlson www.clasohlson.com

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Yorkshire renaissance

Kelvin Hall’s Herculean labour to illuminate a grand Yorkshire house and garden far cry from what the majority traditionally open the back door to in the morning, the grounds of large country houses also need to be tastefully lit – just on a slightly larger scale. Having worked as the interior design and lighting consultant for Modus Interior Design on the interior of a grand house in Newland Park, Kingston upon Hull, it was perhaps inevitable that Kelvin Hall, lighting designer at newly-formed Lumeneer would be asked to produce a lighting scheme that would allow the client to enjoy the grandeur of his very special garden after dark.

Hall explained: ‘The client is the director of fine art at The University of Hull and an acclaimed authority on the Italian Renaissance; evident in the design and layout of the garden.‘The symmetry, strong axis and formal nature of the design are based on elements found in the famous gardens at Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat on the French Riviera by landscape architect, Achille Duchene, and the Palacio de Generalife at the Alambra in Granada. These are formal gardens held in high regard by the client, and it was important they were represented in his garden.

‘The main feature at Newland Park is a 9x5-metre pool with six fine water jets rising from each side - a direct reference to the Patio de la Acequia at the Alambra.’ It was felt that the architecture of the house, as well as the design, scale, layout and planting of the gardens were of supreme importance, and shouldn’t be overshadowed by use of artificial light. A complementary design was required, one that wherever possible recycled any existing light fittings that could be salvaged and put to use.

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Hall had to tread very carefully with the exterior lighting design, as he explained: ‘I was conscious that it would be very easy to over light the garden. I decided that, in order to avoid this, I would limit fittings to highlight only elements that are intrinsic to the concept and formality of the gardens, while at the same time emphasising both horizontal & vertical scale.

‘The architecture of the house, rich red brickwork and magnificent Orangery provided both colour and focal points to view, when approaching the house to the front and from the rear garden. While the use of RGB LED is often appropriate to both classic and contemporary architecture, particularly in urban environments, it is not appropriate everywhere - this being a case in point.

‘I think coloured LED is sometimes used inappropriately, and is often unsuitable when working with the organic – living, breathing subject matter. Personally, I feel white light grazing or passing through layers of leaf and foliage and the natural colour variation and shadow this produces can be far more dramatic. By comparison, coloured LED can look exactly what it is - synthetic - and could be perceived as crass and out of context. ‘The subject here is the perfection of nature – I believe you should not change something purely for the sake of change, only for betterment. I would emphasise the colour and texture of our subject, using warm white light at a temperature of approximately 3000K. A basic lighting scheme had been installed in the garden several years ago comprising eight Rudolf Wendel 12V halogen fittings with simple on/off switching. The high quality

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of the fittings is emphasised by the fact that six of the eight fittings still worked despite being submerged when the area flooded in 2007. When tested it was found the remaining two fittings had both suffered ballast failure and worked perfectly well when the transformers were replaced!

‘Based on past experience, the client was eager to continue to use Rudolf Wendel fittings going forward, where we could using the salvaged fittings from the previous scheme.

Obviously the shift would be toward LED, and with the scheme totalling nearly 50 fittings, eight existing halogen fittings seemed a reasonable compromise!’

One Watt LED miniature directional spotlights sited at low level are used to graze the front of box hedging that emphasises the horizontal formal elements of the gardens.

Taller tress and foliage, like the four Italian cypress tress against the front elevation of the house and the water urn in the rear garden, are illuminated by 4.5Wspiked spots running at 350mA, with an output of 248lm, and beam angles varying between 10- and 40 degrees. Large trees are lit by in-ground high output LED, designed to penetrate and illuminate the thick canopy. Both LED and halogen fittings are driven via variations of Osram’s Optotronic DALI ballasts running in either 350 or 700mA guise.

When it comes to control, Hall opted for the well tested.

‘The control equipment is Lutron’s Grafik Eye QS wireless control unit with DALI,’ he explained. ‘A cost efficient solution, this was chosen primarily for the DALI protocol, which allows for uncomplicated control of mixed (light) load types without load limits and the need for multiple interfaces,

synthetic loads etc. The unit has two DALI compliant buses, both capable of controlling up to 64 DALI-compliant loads each. Remember, one fitting doesn’t necessarily equal one load: eight, nine or 10 fittings can be controlled by one DALI ballast, equalling one DALI-compliant load).

‘Additionally, the QS DALI unit could be used to control the water jets to the pond from the same QS wall station used to recall/change lighting scenes, creating a neat, simple-to-use, integrated control system. The wireless feature is a useful tool when fitting retrospectively, and control cabling to wall stations, occupancy sensors, daylight sensors and motorised blinds and drapes is not a feasible or cost effective option,’ he added. The Grafik Eye features an astronomic time clock to track sunrise and sunset based on GPS co-ordinates.

‘In simple terms, this means the device will automatically adjust the timing of programmed lighting scenes to accommodate natural changes to solar light levels throughout the year,’ said Hall. In this instance, Scene one (of four) is programmed to begin 30-minutes before sunset and will track sunset as it changes throughout the year.

‘I have found this to be fundamentally more reliable than daylight sensing, which can be prone to light levels dropping due to cloud cover or thunderstorms, bringing on lighting scenes under false conditions,’ he explained. ‘In addition, you are not relying on additional bolt on pieces of equipment with the cost implications and potential for failure. The time clock facility is part of the main unit - keeping things as simple as they can be.’ Hall obviously has an affinity with lighting nature, and his care and attention to detail shines through. ‘The wonderful thing about lighting landscapes and gardens in particular - is that they are forever changing,’ he smiled. ‘Colour, shape, form and natural light all evolve with the seasons, and you need to be conscious of this from concept. Computer models cannot evaluate this in the same way they can for static interior spaces or built exteriors, where by and large the parameters are fixed from day one.

‘You have to be in tune with a landscape and feel what’s going on through your senses and mental visualisation in a way only we human’s can. You are required to understand your surroundings and how they will evolve. This is what makes lighting landscape, well … so rewarding.’

Contact Lumeneer 01377 200254 Osram www.osram.com Lutron www.lutron.com Rudolf Wendel www.wendelighting.com

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Sam Ficek, digital marketing executive at SimplyLED.co.uk discusses the whys and wherefores of creating a fascinating night garden

For hundreds of years, people have been landscaping their gardens,’ Ficek explained. ‘Lancelot “Capability” Brown is probably the most famous landscape gardener of all time, and examples of his work still exist today.

In the 1700s, electricity was unheard of – let alone energy efficient LEDs. Imagine the possibilities for a genius like Capability Brown if he’d had access to this sort of technology!

‘In more recent times, people have realised the benefit of using outside lighting. This has added a whole new dimension to garden landscape design.

Just a few years ago, the cost of lighting your garden would have been prohibitive. Today, with exterior light fittings being more readily available and the development of LED technology, even the most humble gardener can afford to incorporate landscape lighting in their garden.

‘Outdoor lighting has two benefits,’ claims Ficek. ‘First is safety and security.

If you enjoy your garden in the evening as well as during the day, lighting will make sure you can walk its paths, slopes and steps without accident.

Lighting also acts as a deterrent to would-be intruders, who prefer to operate under cover of darkness. But most people choose outdoor LED lighting for its aesthetic appeal.

And when it comes to getting down to planning the design, Ficek is of the less-is-more school: ‘Landscape lighting should be subtle for best effect. Overdo it, and you’ll lose the atmosphere and do little more than contribute to your neighbourhood light pollution.

LEDs give you the ultimate in flexibility

when it comes to landscape lighting.

Your design ideas are only limited by your imagination. ‘While few of us can hope to emulate the effects created by professional landscape gardeners working with huge budgets, effective landscape lighting is affordable for us lesser mortals. Consider post or bollard lighting along the edge of paths.

They will lead the eye down the garden and allow you to enjoy an evening stroll in safety. ‘Subtle spots angled under feature trees will look impressive throughout the seasons. Snow-laden branches look more festive and classy than all the illuminated Santas put together!

‘For a really contemporary look, create a garden of light by arranging post lights of different heights in geometric shapes.

Hang Oriental-style lanterns fitted with LEDs from tree branches for a funky fun look. And of course, don’t forget the old favourite: fairy lights. Now with LED fairy lights available, you can create a lasting magical effect without the annoyance of blown bulbs spoiling the display.

‘With LED lighting, you can create a dramatic outdoor space, which can be enjoyed day and night – whatever the time of year. If you’re fortunate enough to have a swimming pool, LED lighting is a must. You cannot only bathe in atmospheric enjoyment, but lighting your pool will also prevent anyone taking an accidental dip in the darkness!

Floodlighting tennis courts will allow you to play long past dusk. When it comes to landscape lighting – it really is a case of game, set and match to LEDs.

Contact SimplyLED www.simplyled.co.uk

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Window of opportunity Preserving the Baroque-style interior of the Queen’s State apartments at Hampton Court Palace called for specialist help hen The Wild, the Beautiful and the Dammed, exhibition at Hampton Court Palace ended in September 2012, maintenance manager, Harry Brimmel saw a rare opportunity to undertake some much needed re-wiring in the Queens State apartments. On the surface, the job was simple: replace the old fluorescent fittings with LEDs, redundant wiring with new, and fit new switches and electrical face plates. However, the project took six months to complete; usually a job such as this would take half that time. ‘You simply cannot drill through walls here,’ explained Brimmel.

The historical significance of the surroundings meant the refurbishment had to be completed with minimal impact on the interior. If there were any changes

to the external face, then these had to be designed to match the rest of the interior, in order to go unnoticed.

When preserving an historical treasure, patience rather than time, is the essential factor. So additional time was allowed to thread cables from one room to the next by going up three stories and down again rather than make fresh insertions into the walls. Pre-existing pathways were followed from lamp to socket to switch.

The electrical faceplates were bespoke, carefully designed to blend into the existing skirting, panelling and paintwork. Brimmel approached a number of companies before he made contact with Focus SB. After preliminary discussions about the specific requirements of the project, samples were made and sent to English Heritage for approval, after it had insisted on a high quality unit. The project was on hold for several

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The amount of work that went into this simple job is incredible.

Focus SB was good to us; their team were patient and empathetic weeks passed before English Heritage gave the go-ahead. Brimmel commented: ‘The amount of work that went into this simple job is incredible. Focus SB was good to us; their team were patient and empathetic. This was a very particular job and they never promised more than they could deliver.’

Once the electrical plates received English Heritage approval and were manufactured, they were fitted into the pre-existing holes in the skirting board. The finishes and designs varied; a bronze finish was used in the Queen’s Presence and Audience chamber, drawing room, bedroom and gallery. For the Queen’s Guard chamber and public dining room, sockets with primed flip lids were used. Once fitted, these were painted to match the décor of each room, effectively camouflaging them from view.

The Queen’s State apartments were built later than the original Tudor palace, which was constructed in the early sixteenth century, during the reign of Henry VIII. More than a century later, Queen Mary started a rebuilding project to create Baroque-style interiors, which were designed to communicate a sense of opulence and power. Her project was never completed however, and much of the original Tudor building remains, with Baroque additions, such as the Queen’s State apartments. Roger Kemp, managing director of Focus SB, enjoyed the challenge of working to such a specific brief, saying: ‘As a UK manufacturer, it is really satisfying to be working on historic properties in conjunction with English Heritage, in order to maintain the integrity of the building for future generations.’

Contact Focus SB www.focus-sb.co.uk

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Philips 00800-7445 4775 | www.philips.com/outdoor Philips introduces new lumen packages within the highly efficient Fortimo LED module families for Outdoor applications. Philips continues to innovate and invest in LED lighting solutions and has recently launched two new products for outdoor lighting applications. The Fortimo LED HBMt introduces a 2500lm module, ideal for urban streets and smaller roads. The Fortimo LED LLM adds a 6000lm module to its range, which is suitable to residential areas and city centers. The mechanical and optical performance of Fortimo LED HBMt 2500lm is identical to already–released products. It allows for simple and fast design-in opportunities for luminaire manufacturers. The Fortimo LED HBMt range offers an easy entry into LED lighting for traditional lighting manufacturers. This module family allows luminaire makers to benefit from their expertise in optical design. The same reflector can be used for all lumen packages in the family, allowing the luminaire maker to cover the full range of outdoor applications. The Fortimo LED LLM Gen 3 range has added a 6000lm module, bringing a lumen package suitable for replacing 50W and 70W high-pressure sodium lamps. The higher lumen package delivers the same efficient, high-quality diffuse white light as the other modules in the Fortimo LED LLM product family.

focus SB 01424 858060 | www.focus-sb.co.uk Horizon: Where surface meets light This plate suits most interiors because it is not crying out for attention. It sits flatly on the wall and provides quality to a room, without showmanship. To ensure quality and longevity, the Horizon plate has Crabtree inserts. Grid fix inserts have been used so installation is simple and obstacle free.The smooth surface of the Horizon plate is maintained by Allen key fixings. Finishes like Satin Chrome or Nickel, Antique Bronze, Polished Stainless or Brass, can be chosen. For particular design requirements, Focus SB has an in-house design team who can tailor make electrical accessories.

ML Accessories 01582 887760 | www.mlaccessories.co.uk ML Accessories’ expands its range of COB LED Floodlights: ML Accessories range of die-cast aluminium IP65 LED floodlights have proved so popular that the luminaires now come in a choice of tough and stylish black or grey powder coated finishes. A realistic replacement for halogen floodlights, but at a fraction of the running costs, the exclusive range consists of 10W, 20W, 30W and 50W models using the very latest in Samsung COB (chip-on-board) LED technology. The range includes several versions with PIR sensors as well as a remote-controlled 10W RGB colour-changing floodlight. The 2013 Knightsbridge Catalogue from ML Accessories is bigger than ever with over 2,000 lighting and wiring products supported by unbeatable Knightsbridge service, including newly extended ordering hours for same day despatch. Next day delivery is standard and ML Accessories has increased its already impressive stock levels to give customers more choice, greater support and even better service. Dedicated teams offer fast-response customer service, sales and technical support, and orders can be placed by phone, fax, email or online at www.mlaccessories.co.uk.

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ML Accessories adds even more energy-saving commercial fittings ML Accessories has expanded its hugely popular range of high-frequency modular fittings for commercial and retail applications. Designed to meet today’s energyefficient regulations they are supplied as standard with high-efficiency, highfrequency warm start controls. The luminaires are constructed from powder-coated steel, with quick-connect push terminals for easy installation. The selection includes louvred and diffused ceiling-mounted and suspended models with all recessed versions suitable for 25mm and 15mm ceiling systems. All are supported with three-hour maintained emergency versions. The 2013 Knightsbridge Catalogue from ML Accessories now contains more than 2,000 lighting and wiring products supported by unbeatable Knightsbridge service, including newly extended ordering hours for same day despatch. Next day delivery is standard and ML Accessories has increased its already impressive stock levels for more choice, greater support and even better service. Dedicated teams offer fast-response customer service, sales and technical support, and orders can be placed by phone, fax, email or online at www.mlaccessories.co.uk

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A sensible alliance HSL has formed a dynamic partnership with Production Services Ireland (PSI). The merger sees PSI’s highly successful, established operation in Northern Ireland and the Irish Republic continue unchanged, with the same directors, staff, facilities and identity. However, PSI now has access to HSL’s equipment inventory and additional resources.

Combined annual sales are expected to reach £15m in the next two years, and the new relationship will enable both companies’ UK and Irish operations to continue as a streamlined, competitive entity.

HSL managing director, Simon Stuart explained the rationale behind the move: ‘Joining forces with PSI presented an ideal opportunity for us to work with like-minded, people-focused individuals in Ireland, who are also dedicated to providing the very best equipment and services.

‘PSI’s reputation for excellence and innovation is right in tune with our core values. We look forward enormously to a long and fruitful alliance that will strengthen our brand, and see PSI continue its business retaining the style and attitude that everyone loves and respects.’

PSI director, Brian Reilly added: ‘We are very excited about this cooperation with HSL. It will enable us to offer even more efficiency and value to our clients, with a greater and more diverse range of equipment to enhance everyone’s creativity and imaginative goals.’

In recent years, the two companies have been collaborating closely on a number of high profile projects and that existing healthy crossover of ideas, experience, knowledge and equipment is now cemented in this new relationship.

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Shining on stage Chauvet’s Professional Nexus 4x4 made a statement during a significant event, shining on the outdoor theatre stage at Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, an annual event in Florida, featuring various music genres, which runs for two consecutive weekends.

Forty-eight Nexus fixtures were placed in vertical columns equidistantly and used for their pixel-mapping capabilities to accompany the live bands on stage.

‘Nexus 4x4’s were stacked into six columns of eight and they were built onto traveller truss so they could be slid on and off the stage,’ explained Todd Roberts, owner of Visions Lighting, the company that provided the fixtures. The 4x4 fitting features 16 20W RGB COB LEDs, and is capable of delivering the sizzle of a pixel mapping display and a robust light output at the same time. The combination of COB emitters and a clever reflector design yields a striking, diffused light, richly drenched in saturated hues.

‘Nexus 4x4 is a beautiful, versatile fixture that looks great in arrays and really shines in a live setting,’ said DeAnna Padgett, national sales manager at Chauvet Professional.

Winning ways Iluminarc has received the Best Booth Award in the 400500sq ft category at Philadelphi’s Lightfair International.

Featuring a sleek and welcoming design, booth 322 featured a range of both exterior and interior lighting solutions, suited to applications of all sizes.

Iluminarc is the architectural and architainment lighting brand of Chauvet, a leading manufacturer of entertainment and architectural lighting with headquarters in the US. The company, which offers a variety of efficient and dynamic lighting, including linear, pod and panel LED-fitted luminaires and control systems, prides itself on being agile, responsive, competitive and customer‐driven, with an unmatched ability to rapidly bring quality products to market, react quickly to changing demands, and deliver sensible lighting solutions.

The Cathedral of St Elizabeth in Košice, became the centrepiece of the city’s celebrations as European Capital of Culture.

The opening ceremony lasted a full two days, with more than 1000 artists performing in and around the city. The cathedral – the largest in Slovakia - was lit for the entire time, providing a stunning backdrop.

The idea came from Branislav Bernár of Showmedia, He approached Anolis’ Petr Kolma ka to assist in developing the concept.

Kolmačka augmented the ideas with plans to highlight the whole cathedral exterior in a monumental energy efficient LED scheme.

‘I knew this was an opportunity to illuminate a unique building and illustrate exactly what can be achieved by using modern LED technology on beautiful historic architecture,’ he commented.

The scheme’s shopping list included 18 City Scape Xtreme Wireless fixtures with nine degree lenses, six Anolis ArcPad Xtremes with a mixture of nine and 22 degree lenses, 18 Robe CitySource 96 Integrals, six Robe CitySkape 48s, 32 lengths of Anolis ArcLine outdoor Optic 80 MC/SW 27 degree, and eight Anolis ArcPower 384 rackmount of Robe RUNIT WTX wireless data. Half of the fixtures were run via Lumen Radio wireless DMX, in order to reducing cabling and setup.

The cathedra’s surfaces were lit with ArcPad Xtremes, with columns and detailed Gothic features picked out using CitySkape 96s. The areas between columns were highlighted with ArcLine 80 MC/SWs, and the roof was shaded with the same ArcLine fixtures.

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Losing the magic

Who cares if manufacturers fall out of love with a light source?

he rise in popularity of energy efficient light sources, combined with a recent change to EU legislation has created a potential disaster for the future of live performances and staged events of all types.

Without delving too deeply into the politics of the situation, it appears that some, if not most lighting manufacturers have stopped putting money into R&D for some of our more established light sources, such as tungsten - gambling instead on an all-LED future. While this may not seem such a big deal – in fact it may even been seen by some as a positive move towards an energy efficient future the reality is somewhat different.

Together with a growing band of his contemporaries, lighting designer, Michael Hulls is on a mission to save the world’s theatre and stage productions from a loss that many in the industry feel could devastate it.

Dawning realisation Hulls explained the background to this potential catastrophe, and to the formation of a group determined to try to halt the change: ‘As an associate artist of Sadler’s Wells Theatre, I spoke on the history of lighting for dance at the recent Future Light symposium held at the theatre, in conjunction with the lighting hire company, White Light.

‘Afterwards, I got into discussions with lighting designers, Neil Austin, who was also a speaker, Lucy Carter, Nick Moran and Paule Constable.’ From these discussions, it became clear that there was a problem looming over the horizon. ‘We all became more aware of just how increasingly fragile the future of theatrical tungsten lamp manufacture was looking,’ explained Hulls.

‘Nick suggested enlisting the support of leading lighting designers to lobby for the continuing manufacture of these tungsten lamps, so I started mailing LDs that I knew. Paule, Neil and Lucy did likewise. We came up with a draft text and encouraged other LDs, here and in the US, to mail potential supporters to spread the word...’

In the UK, another interested party, lighting designer, Paul Green offered to set up a Facebook page, which

A lighting designer is an artist that creates and paints with light. Our palette begins with the light source upon which we mix our colour. Contemplating the death of tungsten is not like contemplating taking the lead out of paint: it is not the removal of an ingredient of the paint and replacing it with another to create the same colour, it is the removal of an entire colour from the lighting designer’s arsenal.’

Paul Smith | lighting designer

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There are a million colours at my fingertips on a daily basis, but I forever find myself returning to pure tungsten. Its glow harks back to nights spent by the fire, flickering candles in a cathedral, sunbeams peeping through the cracks of a barn at dusk. No other light source can trigger such warm inner feelings.

To deny the human race the filament, the miracle of light (it’s snowflake, if you will) would be akin to denying us the sun itself.

Ed Warren | lighting designer

went live on 23 March, and was quickly translated by another supporter, Bertrand Couderc, to help promote support in France and the Francophone world.

The word spread quickly, with support from individuals and Associations in Australia, as well as Europe and the US, as Hulls explained: ‘Rick Fisher contacted the Swedish ALD, which brought in a lot of support from Sweden.

Durham Marenghi contacted Richard Pilbrow, who has been banging the drum in support on both sides of the Atlantic... And it just keeps growing!’

The snowball effect

Even if I’m a big fan and a regular user of the daylight source on stage, both HMI and fluorescents, I cannot imagine working without any tungsten beam to contrast and counterweight my lighting designs.

I believe in the future, and I appreciate the lighting enhancements made since I started in 1987, but we simply need the tungsten filament to light our stages and sets.

There is no replacement for tungsten…

The way the colour temperature changes when we dim, and turns red, the light 1/4 CTO we use to give just a warmer touch to the spot…

I would absolutely miss that.

Bertrand Couderc |lighting designer

And so the STC - Save Tungsten Campaign - was launched. Hulls is at great pains to point out that this isn’t a witch hunt against any other light source – the impassioned plea that he and the other supporters have been sending makes that quite clear: ‘This is not a campaign against any particular other sources, such as LED or discharge, but merely an attempt to preserve a particularly beautiful species that seems under threat.

Of course we all want more efficient and less carbon producing sources, and can do a lot to reduce the current 10 per cent of carbon emissions that stage lighting contributes to a theatre production, but to consider the gradual extinction of tungsten sources is something that makes myself and many other theatre-based LDs weep.’

This isn’t some fly-by-night group of tungsten-loving extremists either: the list of stage productions lit by supporters in the West End, Broadway and beyond is vast, and includes Les Miserables, Billy Elliot, Phantom of the Opera, The Lion King, Grease, Carousel, West Side Story, Chicago, Guys and Dolls and Jesus Christ Superstar.

Supporters are also responsible for some of the most prestigious events to be staged over the past year, including the opening and closing ceremonies of the London Olympic and Paralympic Games’, The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee service at Westminster Abbey and concert at Buckingham Palace, as well as big name music events that vary from the ‘Stones and Bowie to Coldplay and Streisand.

A happy ending?

So what happens now? There is potentially good news from one manufacturer of tungsten fittings at least: Osram has released a statement that reads: ‘OSRAM has good news for those in the global entertainment market who think new energy efficiency legislation passed recently

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Whether lighting for theatre, television, concert or corporate productions, there has always been a constant in my career thus far. That constant has been tungsten. Whether as a standalone source among no other, or as a complementary colour temperature among the many whites of assorted arc and LED sources, it is always the go-to option when attempting to ensure that a myriad of skin-tones are lit in a pleasing manner, or that the appropriate warmth or romanticism is delivered. Tungsten’s colour rendering remains second to none, and it is in short the most versatile of light sources. In our world, it balances an image like no other source, and remains eternally useful, long before we even think of adding colour media or conversion filters to it.

Paul Smith | lighting designer

Lighting designers are clever and can manipulate light and colour and technology to create all manner of illusions but the tungsten source behaves like no other and remains a proudly analogue form in an increasingly digital world.

Tungsten light evokes the most basic, and fundamental, of human discoveries and flow-on technologies - fire. The fire: provider of warmth, light in the darkness, heat for cooking, a gathering place for celebration and exchange of ideas for millennia. We naturally respond to its form and it’s nature.

John Rayment | lighting designer

by the European Union (Directive EU Regulation 1194/2012 of December 12, 2012) will cause tungsten halogen lamps used in the film, television, theatre and performing arts industries to be phased out. OSRAM is pleased to announce the vast majority of tungsten halogen lamps, including many OSRAM products such as OSRAM HPLs, CP/85s and the PAR64 1000W series, used by the Entertainment industry, are exempt from this legislation. This is because they are defined as “Special Purpose” lamps due to their application in Article 2, Section 4, (b), (ii) and therefore are not affected. We appreciate the industry’s passion for this trusted lighting solution and look forward to continuing to illuminate today and tomorrow’s entertainment stars on countless stages and studios with our OSRAM tungsten lamps.’

It’s a start, although this is just one manufacturer; there are many more that haven’t even agreed to talk to

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We need light onstage; sunlight, moonlight, twilight, firelight, candlelight, oil, gaslight, limelight, fluorescent, carbon arc, plasma, LED... and incandescent light.

We know we live in a time of dramatic change. It is mandatory that we in the theatre reduce our carbon footprint, otherwise our stages will likely be washed away before our globe becomes uninhabitable.

At the present time, that means that the incandescent lamp is an essential weapon in the designers’ arsenal...it cannot be done without. Nothing exists that offers the subtlety that is fundamental to our stage. We will use all that is new, but we must not lose or destroy the beauty of the light that has, for so long, been the centre of our world of theatre.

We designers welcome and embrace change. We revel in new things and new lights. But we cannot throw away all the good things that we have inherited. We applaud new light sources, we will learn their characteristics, and enjoy the new opportunities they bring.

Richard Pilbrow | lighting designer

the industry yet, let alone pledge to continue developing tungsten light sources for stage use. However positive it sounds, one suspects that this is a problem that’s going to take a lot more than one statement from one manufacturer.

Lobbying for a change of legislation on the definition of these light sources may be one road the campaign needs to travel. And continuing to gather - and keep - support from the world’s lighting designers is going to be so important in the months and years ahead.

Surely their combined decades of experience in making magic for us all to lose ourselves in can’t simply be overturned in favour of energy savings – can it...?

Contact You can register your support for the campaign by emailing: savetungsten@ald.org.uk. Alternatively, you can post messages and join the discussion at: www.facebook.com/SaveTungsten

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lyndebourne or ‘V’, the hottest worldwide music phenomenon or the circus coming to town all are in need of lighting to lift them from ordinary events into something truly special. The logistical nightmare that is lighting an outdoor event isn’t to be done down: usually they’re one-off events, often in rural and muddy, off-road locations, making hauling tons of lighting and sundry equipment a bit of a challenge – oh yes, and then there’s the issue of power. Hooking up to the National Grid isn’t as simple as popping a three-pin plug into an outlet when you’re three miles from the nearest wall socket! And then, of course, there’s the weather…

We wanted to know what steps you can take in order to minimise the potential for disaster when setting up in less-than-ideal conditions. So, how do you deal with the vagaries of the weather when designing lighting for outdoor events?

‘We have to make design decisions based on what fixtures can cope with the conditions,’ explained Nick Valdez of Siyan. ‘There is an increasing range of IP-rated fixtures, which has helped in recent years, along with various weatherproofing solutions. ‘However, front trusses still pose a big challenge; ensuring chain hoists are adequately protected, for example.’

Waterproofing seems to be a bit of a theme with the British summer. Colour Sound Experiment is one of the most prolific lighting rental companies working on festivals and outdoor events throughout the summer season, and MD and founder, Haydn Cruickshank had this to say on the subject: ‘We have bought a lot more waterproof fixtures over the last few years. On any covered stage, normal indoor lighting is fine, but as the demand for interesting and creative structures increases, we find ourselves out in the rain trying to put on a stage show! Lighting manufacturers are helping, as there are a lot more fixtures to choose from now.

‘The biggest challenge in wet [weather] for us is access to smaller stages and areas. Where we are working beyond the reach of trackway,

truck access can cause us headaches, but following a couple of very wet years has led our customers to improve site wet weather plans.’

H&S must be a bit of a nightmare too, mustn’t it – all that mixing of electricity and mud?

‘When it comes to safety, there’s a plethora of “musts” and “must not’s” to adhere to,’ explained Valdez. ‘Regarding Health and Safety, each festival, promoter and production manager will have a different set of circumstances to cope with, to produce the show. Most of these are very challenging, but we have procedures in place to hopefully cover every eventuality!’

Trade secrets Of course, very few events are staged for just one artist, so there’s the additional element of designing a stage show for multiple acts.

So are there any tricks of the trade that make it all work seamlessly?

‘Yes, but that’s a secret,’ smiles Cruickshank.

‘Seriously though, if we can achieve a compromise between two acts, we will, if not then we stay up all night and re-rig accordingly!’

Valdez agrees: ‘We look at the headliners’ requests and try and supply a lighting rig that incorporates elements of each act, bearing in mind that the rig has to be usable throughout the whole day. We also look at what extras bands wish to bring in, and try and incorporate this as an element of the main rig, such as extra trusses for drapes or video screens, power, data lines … often other acts may want use of this too.’ It’s not always plain sailing though, as Cruickshank explains: ‘The technical requirements of acts at festivals are an increasingly contentious issue, as band’s demands increase, and deals are often vague at the point of booking.’

LEaDing light On the subject of LED light sources, what difference have they made to the way designers light festivals and outdoor events?

‘LEDs have changed our work landscape, aside from leading us to diversify into LED screens it

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Left: Selador Desire D40XTI LED luminaires Below: HSL Enter Shikari 2013

The technical requirements of acts at festivals are an increasingly contentious issue, as band’s demands increase, and deals are often vague at the point of booking

has changed the way we light a lot of different shows,’ suggests Cruickshank. ‘Although we are still waiting for brightness to increase in certain types of fixture, we can now supply all the elements of a festival lightshow from an LED source. The power consumption & eco credentials are definitely a selling point for promoters, and lighting designers are embracing a wider range of LED sources now too.’

Valdez agrees, commenting: ‘Yes they have made a difference. Technology has moved on so much regarding LED, they are now definitely a requirement of bands’ equipment lists; they are small, bright and a greener alternative to a tungsten source. Also using IP-rated LED sources helps with the outdoor events.’

Robe is one of the best known names in this field, and more than 150 of its ROBIN LEDBeam 100s, MMX Spots and LEDWash 1200s were supplied

by Brazilian rental company, Luzbel Iluminação for the 2013 Summer Festival de Salvador. The four-day event was attended by 250,000 people and broadcast on Red Globo TV. The main stage featured a production lighting specification by one of their technician’s, known only as Junior.

Interestingly, the Robe units were used by all of the guest LDs working at the Festival. With regard to specifying the one-size-fits-all rig, Junior explained: ‘I proposed right at the start that all bands used the same lighting fixtures – a concept very well received by every lighting designer involved.’

Carlos Umbelino, LD for several of the bands playing this year commented: ‘I’m a big fan of Robe! I’ve been working with the brand for a long time now, and the products always please me.

Robe keeps the LD’s perspective in mind and is

constantly coming up with innovations.’

Guillermo Traverso, Robe’s Latin America regional sales manager, who was present during the Festival, commented: ‘Lighting designers were blown-way by the power and speed of the tiny LEDBeam 100 - this is the first time in Brazil that they have been used for such a big event. Stage managers were also surprised by the performance of the luminaires in the searing 36°C heat.’

Alternatively, ETC’s Selador family of LED luminaires is designed to set new standards for colour mixing, light quality, dimming and ease of use when it comes to lighting live outdoor events.

The X7Color system, which combines up to seven LED colours in one unit provides truly flexible colour rendering. Available in seven different arrays, it can, according to the manufacturer, cover any lighting task.

‘The D40XTI was designed with the installer in mind,’ explains Jim Uphoff, ETC fixtures product manager. ‘It can be set up in minutes with a few simple connections.’ A tough, rugged luminaire, it’s safe for use outdoors in any weather. Matt Armendariz-Kerr, ETC entertainment market manager added: ‘The weather-resistant design makes it the perfect tool to be installed in an outdoor theatre.’ Meanwhile, lighting designer, Richard Neville incorporated 300 Robe LED moving lights into his design for the 2013 Ultra Festival staged at Bayfront Park in Miami, which included 176 LEDBeam 100s incorporated into a custom set.

The six-day event is one of the highest profile electronic dance music events in the world.

It is the first year that Sydney-based Neville, associate designer Alex Grierson, and Neville’s company, Mandylights has designed for

Ultra, brought on-board by the event’s producers, James Klein and Bruce Rodgers.

Neville is well known for his work designing lighting for EDM and stadium rave events across Australia, Asia and the Pacific Rim, and he and Klein worked closely on the production design for the main stage.

And the winner is …

So when it comes to choosing just one element for a stand-out stage show, what’s the light source of choice for LDs? Valdez laughs: ‘Hate to say it, but tungsten! Still can’t beat a good Par 64 beam and the look...’.

When we put Cruickshank on the spot, he wasn’t quite as adamant in his choice: ‘That is as hard as answering my favorite food or colour… The sun, because it sustains all life, an LED, because it is taking over the world, or maybe a strobeflower, because I miss them?’ The brave outdoor event specialist’s lot, it appears, isn’t all mud, sweat and tears; there’s also fun, the pleasure of overcoming new challenges, relief – and once in a while, a day out in the sun to look forward to. Overall, Cruickshank finds the challenge one of the best elements: ‘An event with a different canvas to light, a new challenge or something we’ve never done before,’ he said, while Valdez has a slightly different approach to his best days, explaining: ‘Ones when the sun is shining; it really does help!’

Contact Siyan www.siyan.co.uk Colour Sound Experiment www.coloursound.co.uk Robe www.robe.cz ETC www.etcconnect.com Mandylights www.mandylights.com

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Products • specialist lighting

Philips 00800-7445 4775 | www.philips.com/outdoor

focus SB 01424858060 | www.focus-sb.co.uk

Philips introduces new lumen packages within the highly efficient Fortimo LED module families for Outdoor applications. Philips continues to innovate and invest in LED lighting solutions and has recently launched two new products for outdoor lighting applications. The Fortimo LED HBMt introduces a 2500lm module, ideal for urban streets and smaller roads. The Fortimo LED LLM adds a 6000lm module to its range, which is suitable to residential areas and city centers. The mechanical and optical performance of Fortimo LED HBMt 2500lm is identical to already–released products. It allows for simple and fast design-in opportunities for luminaire manufacturers. The Fortimo LED HBMt range offers an easy entry into LED lighting for traditional lighting manufacturers. This module family allows luminaire makers to benefit from their expertise in optical design. The same reflector can be used for all lumen packages in the family, allowing the luminaire maker to cover the full range of outdoor applications. The Fortimo LED LLM Gen 3 range has added a 6000lm module, bringing a lumen package suitable for replacing 50W and 70W high-pressure sodium lamps.

The higher lumen package delivers the same efficient, high-quality diffuse white light as the other modules in the Fortimo LED LLM product family.

Horizon: Where surface meets light This plate suits most interiors because it is not crying out for attention. It sits flatly on the wall and provides quality to a room, without showmanship. To ensure quality and longevity, the Horizon plate has Crabtree inserts. Grid fix inserts have been used so installation is simple and obstacle free.The smooth surface of the Horizon plate is maintained by Allen key fixings.

Finishes like Satin Chrome or Nickel, Antique Bronze, Polished Stainless or Brass, can be chosen. For particular design requirements, Focus SB has an in-house design team who can tailor make electrical accessories.

LEDLites Ltd 01438 718222 | www.ledlitesltd.co.uk New Led Circular Bulkheads LED Circular bulkhead lights with microwave sensor, daylight sensor, on/off or 20% dimming and emergency 3 hr duration. IP44 and IP65.

Replaces 2d fluorescent, ideal for corridors and stairwells, surface and recessed mounting. Light source including diffuser IP44 - 16W 1100 lumens.

384mm diameter. IP65 - 16W 1100 lumens, 23W 1360 lumens. 360mm diameter. IP65 fitting cast aluminium housing For further information please call Ledlites ltd on 01438 718222 or email ianv@ledlitesltd.co.uk

ML Accessories 01582 887760 | www.mlaccessories.co.uk ML Accessories’ expands its range of COB LED Floodlights: ML Accessories range of die-cast aluminium IP65 LED floodlights have proved so popular that the luminaires now come in a choice of tough and stylish black or grey powder coated finishes. A realistic replacement for halogen floodlights, but at a fraction of the running costs, the exclusive range consists of 10W, 20W, 30W and 50W models using the very latest in Samsung COB (chip-on-board) LED technology. The range includes several versions with PIR sensors as well as a remote-controlled 10W RGB colour-changing floodlight. The 2013 Knightsbridge Catalogue from ML Accessories is bigger than ever with over 2,000 lighting and wiring products supported by unbeatable Knightsbridge service, including newly extended ordering hours for same day despatch. Next day delivery is standard and ML Accessories has increased its already impressive stock levels to give customers more choice, greater support and even better service. Dedicated teams offer fast-response customer service, sales and technical support, and orders can be placed by phone, fax, email or online at www.mlaccessories.co.uk.

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ML Accessories adds even more energy-saving commercial fittings ML Accessories has expanded its hugely popular range of high-frequency modular fittings for commercial and retail applications. Designed to meet today’s energyefficient regulations they are supplied as standard with high-efficiency, highfrequency warm start controls. The luminaires are constructed from powder-coated steel, with quick-connect push terminals for easy installation. The selection includes louvred and diffused ceiling-mounted and suspended models with all recessed versions suitable for 25mm and 15mm ceiling systems. All are supported with three-hour maintained emergency versions. The 2013 Knightsbridge Catalogue from ML Accessories now contains more than 2,000 lighting and wiring products supported by unbeatable Knightsbridge service, including newly extended ordering hours for same day despatch. Next day delivery is standard and ML Accessories has increased its already impressive stock levels for more choice, greater support and even better service. Dedicated teams offer fast-response customer service, sales and technical support, and orders can be placed by phone, fax, email or online at www.mlaccessories.co.uk

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IP20 Litex LED with Emergency LED Optic

Litex LED, the latest innovation in low energy solutions from Cooper This versatile LED luminaire is ideally suited to all industrial and warehouse applications, especially cold-storage. It is offered in IP65 and IP20 versions with a choice of lumen packages and optics, resulting in a luminaire system that can be tailored to your application.

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IP65 variant ideal for cold stores down to -30°C, though equally suited to ambient up to +30°C New IP20 version with first fix plate and plug and play mains connector for rapid installation Instant white light with no restrike or run up delay are distinct advantages over HID solutions Integral emergency versions with 2 optics to suit up to 25m heights Choice of lumen packages and optical distribution to suit your application Integrated PIR and photocell controls options to maximise energy savings

For more information, please visit www.cooper-ls.com or call 01302 303303

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Emergency lighting

LED LIGHTING INSTALLATION ENGINEERS

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.

We are Electrical Contractors specialising in the installation of LED colour changing lighting to buildings and structures.

Recent projects include installation work on seven major Thames Bridges including Tower Bridge. Our Web site has a detailed gallery. We are NICEIC and NHSS approved.

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

TEL: 020 8660 8883 EMAIL: johnproctor@proctorelectrical.com WEB: www.Proctorelectrical.com ADDRESS: Station House, Station Road, Kenley, Surrey. CR8 5JA

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Emergency lighting

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• Kemps are the UK’s largest manufacturer of high quality Cold Cathode lighting • Temperatures range from 1800k to 8000k, plus various colours • Dimmable by Mains, 0-10v, DMX and Dali • Lamplife over 50,000hrs • Energy Efficient • UK and Global projects TEL: 0113 271 5777 EMAIL: sales@kempslighting.com WEB: www.kempsarchitecturallighting.com ADDRESS: Unit 2, Matrix Court, Middleton Grove, Leeds LS11 5WB

The Emergi-Lite portfolio from Thomas & Betts delivers a highly versatile choice of emergency lighting and fire detection products and systems for a wide range of applications. Our aim is to enable customers to achieve the maximum benefit in investment, whilst keeping the protection and safety of human life paramount.

TEL: +44 (0)113 281 0600 EMAIL: emergi-lite.sales@tnb.com WEB: www.emergi-lite.co.uk ADDRESS: Bruntcliffe Lane, Leeds West Yorkshire LS27 9LL. UK

Custom size LED panels up to 2500m x 1800mm. Stunning illumination from the high brightness LED’s and graduated grid acrylic which produces totally even and shadow free illumination across the face. White and RGB LED are available.

DECORATIVE LIGHTING

lamp holder

LED lighting

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

The leading UK manufacturers of brass lampholders and lighting components offering quality products for the Lighting Industry. Full catalogue available on request or on our web-site. We also offer a bespoke service for customers own component designs. A long established family business with a professional approach. Full ISO 9001:2008 and LIA Code of Practice Quality approvals.

The Light Corporation - Hand-built & Bespoke British Lighting “The Light Corporation is a Lighting Design and Manufacturing business located in the UK offering standard and bespoke LED lighting solutions to the high-end marketplace in the Residential, Marine, Restaurant & Bar and Retail sectors.”

TEL: 0121 622 2385 EMAIL: sales@s-lilley.co.uk WEB: www.s-lilley.co.uk/ ADDRESS: 80 Alcester Street, Birmingham B12 0QE

TEL: +44(0) 1442 216200 EMAIL: sales@lightcorporation.com ADDRESS: Unit 3, North Bridge Road, Berkhamsted, Herts, HP4 1EF England

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Led Lighting

2012 has seen the official launch of our luminaire design department. We have 30 years experience within the emergency lighting industry, and with the vast advances in lighting design due to the growth in LED technologies, it has been a natural progression to utilise our experience and resources to now offer our clients a one stop solution for bespoke design and manufacture.

TEL: 01376 331515 EMAIL: info@cocolighting.com ADDRESS: The Old Power Station,Unit 5c, Enterprise Court, Lakes Road, Braintree, Essex, CM7 3QS

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.

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

amenity and street LIGHTING

GM LIGHTING Full range of galvanised steel, aluminium, conical, octagonal columns, high masts and lattice towers, plus amenity lanterns and luminaires.

Most ex-stock FOR PROMPT DELIVERY. TEL: 020 8688 2743 Mob : 07850 530 036 EMAIL: gordon477@btinternet.com ADDRESS: 14 Tritton Avenue, Beddington, Surrey CRO 4SS

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

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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

TEL: 01604 678410 EMAIL: sales@artillus.com WEB: www.artillus.com ADDRESS: Artillus Illuminating Solutions Ltd 5 Bellman Gate, Holcot Lane, Sywell Northants NN6 0BL

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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 stratton T.0203 617 4683 E.andrew.stratton@astongreenlake.com

LED LIGHTING

LEE Filters offer a wide range of products to help control and correct different light sources.

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LIGHTING FILTERS

Visit our website for further details.

Led-Zip Lighting are a UK manufacturer and distributor of high quality led lighting. We manufacture both stand-alone fittings and retrofit lamps using the latest technology LEDs. We have a wide range of fittings both indoor and outdoor and also manufacture bespoke units to the customers design or specification.

Louvres available in custom

We are major importers and distributors of a full range shapes and of lighting components for thesizes lighting and the electrical wholesale industry. Please visit our website to view our range.

WEB: www.cordsncables.co.uk TEL: 0121 523 2574 EMAIL: info@cordsncables.co.uk

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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: 01264 366245 22/11/2011 11:00 WEB: www.leefilters.com 17/05/2011 14:16 ADDRESS: Central Way, Walworth Industrial Estate Andover, Hampshire, SP10 5AN

LED LIGHTING solutions

lighting components

lighting maintenance

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.

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.

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

TEL: 0121 359 8585 EMAIL: info@inlico.com WEB: www.inlico.com ADDRESS: 26-36 Frankfort Street, Newtown, Birmingham, B19 2YH

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

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lighting components

LIGHT MEASUREMENT INSTRUMENTS

The New ‘Penthouse Range’, the latest in flat plate design, stylish and sleek with no visible fixings. From a British manufacturer and pioneer of flat plate design.

The leading UK manufacturers of brass lampholders and lighting components offering quality products for the Lighting Industry. Full catalogue available on request or on our website. We also offer a bespoke service for customers own component designs. A long established family business with a professional approach. Full ISO 9001:2008 and LIA Code of Practice Quality approvals.

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.

TEL: 01483 713400 EMAIL: info@wandsworthgroup.com WEB: www.wandsworthgroup.com

TEL: 0121 622 2385 EMAIL: sales@s-lilley.co.uk WEB: www.s-lilley.co.uk ADDRESS: 80 Alcester Street, Birmingham B12 0QE

LIGHTING CONTROLS

B.E.G.

LUXOMAT ®

BEG Luxomat® is one of Europe’s leading suppliers of occupancy sensors, with 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.

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

lighting components

Springs & Pressings for the Lighting Industry from stock and custom made. Simpson Springs & Pressings Ltd have been manufacturing components for the lighting industry for 40 years. In that time our knowledge and expertise has helped our customers from assisting with design and prototyping though to manufacture. Our continued investment in machinery enables us to produce a huge variety of Springs, Pressings and Wireforms for almost any lighting application. We pride ourselves in our commitment to the quality of our service and products and welcome the opportunity to help you realise your lighting solutions.

TEL: 01189 786573 EMAIL: simpson.springs@btinternet.com WEB: www.simpsonsprings.co.uk ADDRESS: Unit 1, Latimer Road Industrial Estate, Latimer Road, Wokingham, Berkshire. RG41 2YD

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

SUSPENSION SYSTEM

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

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