Category: Industrial Lighting
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A19 Bulb vs E26 Bulb – What’s the Difference?
If you are looking to light up your world, it all starts with the right light bulb. Light bulbs have a $2 billion market size, which is a clear example of just how many different options there are that you can choose from. Understanding light bulb size, shape, and type will steer you in the right direction…
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What are AN Fittings? AN Fitting Sizes Explained
AN fittings, also known as Army-Navy fittings, are an essential component in various industries including automotive, aerospace, and motorsports. The unique design of AN fittings features a 37-degree flare at the end of the fitting, which provides a secure and leak-free connection with a compatible hose. With a range of sizes and designs available, AN fittings…
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How to Calculate Amperage When Planning A Lighting Installation Project
Are you planning a new commercial lighting installation project? Before you get started, it’s essential that you know how to calculate amperage. This will help you determine if the wires and lighting fixtures you plan on using can handle the amount of current your installation will need. If you have a higher amperage than your…
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What are Hazardous Area Location Lights?
What are Hazardous Area Location Lights? Hazardous area location lights, also known as explosion-proof lights, are lighting fixtures designed to operate in environments that contain flammable gases, liquids, dust or fibers. These hazardous environments pose a risk of explosion, fire or other hazardous events, making it essential to have lights that are specifically designed for…
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What are ELV Dimmers and How do they Work?
What are ELV Dimmers ELV dimmers are electronic low-voltage dimmers that are designed to work with light fixtures that use electronic transformers. These dimmers work differently than traditional or multi-location dimmers, which use rheostats to adjust the voltage level. ELV dimmers use pulse-width modulation (PWM) to control the power delivered to the light fixture, resulting…
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What Are the Buy America and Trade Agreement Acts?
The United States, one of the wealthiest countries in the world, accounts for a significant amount of the international trade industry. In fact, it is the largest exporter and importer of goods. In 2017, the U.S. trade industry totaled $2.35 trillion. Globalization has been the biggest contributor to the ever-growing trade industry, particularly in commercial lighting.…
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What is DLC 5.1?
If you’re in the lighting industry in any capacity, you may be confused about the new DLC rules that started July 1, 2022, for all lighting manufacturers. If you are planning on buying any new lighting products, they may be subject to these changes, so you need to understand them thoroughly. So what exactly is DLC lighting…
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A Beginner’s Guide: How to Choose an LED Wall Pack
LED wall packs are becoming a popular option for customers through commercial and industrial use. LED technology has progressed enough in recent years to become more efficient in producing quality light and having a long period of use. LED wall packs offer a modern appearance to locations and come in a variety of designs and…
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What Are Area Lights & Where Are They Used?
Lighting designer Thomas Farin talks about the importance of light to the design process, saying “Light is the first element of design; without it, there is no color, form, or texture.” Lighting controls not just what we see but how we see it. It can make a space seem intimate, mellow, exciting, or energizing. It lets you shape your space…
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The Ultimate LED Flood Lights Buying Guide
There is increasing consumer demand for energy-efficient lighting systems around the world. This demand is driving the popularity of indoor and outdoor commercial LED lighting. Traditional outdoor lighting systems are seen as outdated, inefficient, and pricey, so people are turning to LED flood lights. These are fast becoming everyone’s choice in outdoor lighting for various reasons.…
