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A new survey of hospitality professionals has found that lighting is an integral part of the package when it comes to encouraging guests to stay longer and make repeat visits to a restaurant, hotel or bar.
86% of hospitality professionals believe lighting plays a very important role in the customer experience. The findings of the survey, sponsored by Megaman, reveal that lighting is big business in the hospitality sector:
- only 1% of those surveyed think lighting is of no importance in the customer experience.
The findings show that good lighting encourages guests to stay longer and come back for more:
- 72% have left a venue earlier than planned because it was too brightly- or poorly-lit
- 74% have stayed longer than planned because the lighting made them feel relaxed and welcome.
Respondents thought a well-lit venue is:
- “somewhere that draws you in” (36% of respondents)
- “somewhere to spend time” (34%)
- “somewhere to go back to” (26%)
- none of the above (4%).
The survey revealed that respondents thought that upfront lighting refurbishment costs are less important than ambience. When making decisions on new lighting in a venue, hospitality professionals say that key considerations are:
- the effect and ambience of the new lighting (67%)
- the ability of staff to dim the lights (43%)
- energy bill/CO2 savings (31%)
- the upfront costs (23%).
Overall, 43% of those surveyed have been involved in a lighting refurbishment in their present or previous venue and said:
- the new lighting had been well received by customers – 84% of customers gave positive feedback on the lighting refurbishment
- good lighting boosts business – 91% think the lighting refurbishment had a positive impact on business in terms of an uplift in sales or profits
- education is still needed about the benefits of LEDs.
Only half of all hospitality professionals (49%) think a halogen lamp ban next year would be a positive change for them, while 36% say it would not affect them at all and 15% think that a ban will have a negative impact on them.
Fred Bass, managing director of Neonlite International, the brand owner of Megaman, said: “This survey supports what we are seeing in our day-to-day business within the hospitality sector – good quality lighting is appreciated and a well-lit scheme attracts customers who stay longer and spend more.
“However, the one area where I think we are at the cusp of a tipping point is in the understanding of the benefits of LEDs amongst the majority of those in the hospitality sector. Although half of those surveyed say that they think the banning of halogen lights and introduction of LED equivalents would be positive, there is still another half who are unsure.
“As more and more bars, restaurants and hotels experience the benefits of the latest in LED lighting technology, I believe we will see a dramatic sea-change in favour of LEDs.”
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Megaman has supplied its Siena 20.5W to The Danielle Brown Sports Centre at Leicester University for a £75,000 gym refurbishment. The Sports Centre, named after Danielle Brown MBE who studied law at the university and holds ten Paralympic world records, features a 20m pool, sauna and steam room, as well as cardiovascular gym and a double size sports hall.
Megaman’s Siena high performance, integrated LED recessed downlights have been installed in the gym to replace the 36W CFL and 50W downlights previously providing the illumination. Compact in size and with no external driver, the Siena range is easy to install and maintain and delivers a high efficiency lumen output which, in turn, produces more light when compared to conventional plug-in, tube downlights. The Siena range of fixtures offers 50,000 hours life and instant start-up. Siena is also IP44 rated, making the fitting suitable for humid and damp conditions.
The lighting revamp has resulted in savings of 2862.77 pa in CO2 and a payback of £665.76 annually with final payback in 2.3 years. Everyone, users and staff alike, agree that the gym has been transformed into a much brighter place to exercise. The refurbishment has been finished off with all existing machines being upgraded to the latest specification, which includes screens on machines so you are able to watch live TV whilst completing a workout.
Visit www.novelenergylighting.com today to explore our Megaman LED retrofit solutions, or call: 0208-540-8287, email: sales@novelenergylighting.com
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State-of-the-art LED lighting brings new life to The Lowry’s high-profile auditoriums. The major upgrade shows Dextra Lighting’s edge over competitors by offering the theatre venue both quality and modern functionality, without compromising on affordability.
About the Project
The Lowry is the fruit of decades of continuous efforts to regenerate the local docklands. The magnificent architectural landmark is more than just an arts centre, it is a bustling tourist destination, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors every year to the Greater Manchester region. Since opening in April 2000, the flagship building has been raising the cultural profile of the North West and boosting the regional economy. The centre now offers a number of facilities including two high-profile theatre halls – the Lyric, with a capacity of 1,730 and the Quays theatre, offering up to 430 seats.
The complex is situated in the heart of Salford’s thriving MediaCityUK; a creative hub for the digital and media industries. In 2007, the BBC relocated five of its major departments from London and its existing Manchester offices to the redeveloped Salford Quays, using The Lowry’s theatres and studio spaces for a number of productions and events.
Launched as a National Millennium project, The Lowry has been financed through British and European public sector programmes and patrons from the private sector. As a cultural attraction of national and regional importance, the project’s procurement and design process have always been to the highest standards, with periodic renovations aimed at improving the financial and environmental sustainability of the building. With this in mind, Dextra Lighting were approached by AA Projects’ experienced team of low carbon consultants, to provide a modern lighting solution balancing quality with cost-effectiveness, using its vast range of precision-engineered LED luminaires to enhance the theatre’s facilities.
The brief
The lighting upgrade targeted both the main auditoriums and backstage areas. The theatre’s existing lighting needed to be replaced with cutting-edge LED alternatives, offering today’s standards of energy-efficiency and flexible controls, whilst creating a suggestive atmosphere for theatre-goers. For the back-of-house areas, energy-saving, low-maintenance lighting was required abiding by all health and safety regulations. Dimmable front-of-house lighting was required to allow The Lowry’s technicians to easily and accurately dim the lights from the audio-visual control rooms. Overall, the LED upgrade’s aim was to save The Lowry more money on the installation through reducing electrical consumption, installation and maintenance costs.”Pro-light Mini – The Lowry saved money on installation with this product, as prewired leads and simple retractive spring clips helped minimise fitting times”
The products
Theatre Main Lighting – Protec LED
The highly popular Protec LED downlight was supplied in a range of lumen outputs to act as primary lighting for both the theatre halls. Using the latest Lumileds LEDs and efficient anodised aluminium reflectors, the luminaire offers impressive energy savings with short payback periods over fluorescent equivalents. The combination of high-quality LED sources and advanced optics allow the Protec LED to offer LORs in excess of 90% in lumen outputs of up to 3000lm to allow The Lowry to comfortably meet its energy targets whilst giving designers the flexibility to tailor the installations to suit the hall’s architectural design.
The Protec LED’s appealing contemporary construction is ideal for high-end specifications and can be customised with a wide selection of options including,
interchangeable reflectors and colour attachments, and custom bezels (for retrofit applications), to suit a host of interiors and adapt to future changes in decor.
From a range of dimming options, the luminaire was supplied with High-Frequency dimming drivers and was commissioned to give AV technicians full access from the halls’ control rooms.
The Protec LED is also designed to offer flexible and cost-effective installation, with a four-point, self-clamping bracket making the job quicker and easier for appointed electrical installers, AMEON Ltd, whilst being suitable for plaster, mineral fibre and metal tile in thicknesses between 3mm and 30mm.
Accent Lighting, Front of House & Box Office – Pro-Light Mini
The Pro-Light Mini high-quality LED spotlight was chosen to replace the existing accent lighting for the theatre hall, to safely guide patrons to their seats and add to the inviting atmosphere. The spotlights also helped welcome theatre-goers to the theatre with a controlled and elegant lighting effect. The luminaire is a highly-efficient replacement for fluorescent equivalents, offering the durability, reliability and energy-efficiency of the latest Tridonic COB modules combined with advanced aluminium faceted reflectors, to cut The Lowry’s electricity bills and maintenance costs (e.g., avoiding frequent lamp changes) whilst offering premium performance.
Like the Protec LED, versatility and quality define this range. Offering a number of body styles (Fixed, Gimbal, Wallwash and Scoop), coloured bezels, three beam angles and a range of replaceable twist-lock reflectors, the luminaire can be fashioned to suit the aesthetic and practical needs of a host applications whilst offering flexibility to adjust to changes to the interior. The
luminaire is also available in colour temperatures of 3000k or 4000k in a colour rendering index of 80+.
For the theatre halls and box-office, the Pro-Light Mini was provided in a round Fixed body, providing an unobtrusive yet elegant look. The luminaire was angled at 40°, with an efficient specular reflector to direct the lighting in key areas. Centralised High-Frequency dimming controls and integrated 3 hour maintained emergency functions were also provided as per The Lowry’s specific safety and technical requirements.
The Lowry saved money on installation with this product, as prewired leads and simple retractive spring clips helped minimise fitting times. Dextra Lighting also supplied made-to-measure infill rings for both the Pro-Light Mini and Protec LED to assist with installation into the ceiling’s existing cut-outs.
Dressing Rooms & BOH – AMED LED & Hydra LED
Although BOH areas are often neglected in lighting designs, huge savings can be made by simply upgrading to high-efficiency, low-maintenance LED luminaires, helping improve returns on investment further. The Amenity Decorative LED bulkhead not only lowered energy consumption by approximately 60% compared to the existing lighting without compromising on performance; it also added an appealing decorative touch to the performer’s dressing rooms. Available in a number of options including lumen outputs of up to 3000lm, a range of integral sensor and dimming controls to maximise energy savings, and self-test or auto-test 3-hour maintained emergency functions, the luminaire comfortably fulfilled The Lowry’s practical and safety requirements whilst tying in with its sustainability goals.
The IP65-rated Hydra LED offered an efficient, hassle-free, low-maintenance solution for the remaining back-of-house, such as store rooms and back stage
circulation areas. Available in of lumen outputs ranging from 2200lm to as high as 12,600lm across 4 body sizes, with LORs of over 90%, the luminaire combines flexibility and efficiency in a practical and affordable package. A number of dimming options (High-Frequency, Switch, DALI, DSI and Corridor Mode) and emergency functions are also available with this range to suit a host of applications. The durable luminaire also offers protection to dirt and dust ingress, water and light impact, as well as resistance to temperatures between -20℃ and +25℃. The Hydra LED is also designed to offer tooled access in compliance to current regulations .
Upon special request, all LED products were provided in a warmer C83 colour temperature to suit The Lowry’s desired aesthetic and were offered with Dextra Group’s comprehensive 5-year warranty for additional peace of mind.
Visit www.novelenergylighting.com today to explore LED options for your project retrofit. We can supply Dextra, Philips, Thorn, and other major lighting brands, and support with site surveys and lighting designs. We can assist with project funding using energy efficiency financing. Call us: 0208-540-8287, or email us: sales@novelenergylighting.com today to start the discussion!
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How can Megaman’s latest lighting solutions; including reflectors, modules and integrated fixtures enhance your retail application?
Attracting Customers
Lighting plays a crucial role in winning a customer’s attention, and designers are increasingly using it to enhance the shoppers experience, especially in high end retail shops.
Setting the Mood
Lighting affects customers mood and energy levels. It also provides guidance and orientation. The correct lighting creates a welcoming, comfortable and enjoyable environment, lengthening customers visits and influencing their buying habits.
Enhancing Product Appearance
A quality lighting system can make a big difference in retail settings by enhancing products visual appeal in terms of colour, shape and texture. Used correctly, lighting can provoke more interest in your product displays. For example; Megaman’s Perfect White technology enhances fluorescent whitening agents, making white products stand out from the crowd.
Creating a Desirable Instore Experience
Many luxury retail stores use a combination of ambient, accent and decorative lighting to create a positive shopping experience.
Visit www.novelenergylighting.com to explore the Megaman LED lighting range, or call us to discuss you retail lighting project. Tel: 0208-540-8287, email: sales@novelenergylighting.com
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We love LED lamps, but getting them to dim reliably can be a bit of a minefield
Lux reports: The adoption of dimmable LED lighting for new installations is rising fast, but with a vast retrofit market to address, there is an opportunity for further growth if the user experience can be optimised. LED lighting has already captured the imagination of consumers in a way that CFLs never did with LED lamps offering many of the energy-saving benefits of compact fluorescents but in a much more familiar package.
Consumers are able to buy lamps that look like the incandescent lamps they are replacing, which makes for a more comfortable switch. However, they are also expecting the dimming performance to be replicated and this is where a lack of information can lead to disappointing results.
Here are our top tips for getting the best out of retrofit dimmable LED lighting.
It is a common misconception that any LED lights can be dimmed with an LED dimmer”
DO choose dimmable LEDs
The number one rule for successfully dimming LED lighting might sound obvious but it is a common misconception that any LED lights can be dimmed with an LED dimmer. In reality, the driver circuitry must be designed with dimming in mind. Therefore, it is essential to choose lamps that the manufacturer describes as ‘dimmable’. The lack of an industry standard for dimmable LED drivers has, though, led to a myriad of different approaches by lamp manufacturers, some more successful than others.
Choose ‘dimmable’ lamps but be aware that this in itself is not a guarantee of a good dimming performance. It is, however, a good starting point.
DO stick to recognised brands
There is a lot of variation in the dimming performance, under test, of LED lamps described as dimmable. In particular, the achievable brightness range and stability of output are the features most likely to disappoint with unbranded lamps.
Some manufacturers are happy to label their lamps as dimmable even if they can deliver only the smallest change in brightness. Choose lamps from established lighting manufacturers. Aside from dimming considerations, established brands are also more likely to offer better product warranties, longer lamp life and more customer support.
Top tip: Stick to brand names that you can have confidence in and don’t be tempted to make false economies.
The escalating brightness of retrofit LED lamps has made dimming much more relevant”
DO read the label
To deliver a true retrofit comparison with incandescent lighting, it is important to consider the brightness range. Significant advances in LED lighting technology have been made in recent years, achieving far higher lumens per watt, even for the halogen-mimicking warm white lamps, where lamp output is often compromised for the more familiar incandescent hue. There is little point in connecting a dimmer to an LED light if it is dim enough already, so the escalating brightness of retrofit LED lamps has made dimming more and more relevant. Brighter lamps can give customers a greater dimming range.
Top tip: Read the label and select the dimmable lamps with the highest maximum lumen output.
DO ask manufacturers about compatibility
Most established lighting brands publish compatibility data on their websites. Dimmer switches are tested with various loads and the lamp performance graded. These grades are a useful reference point and can help when choosing a dimmer. It can be confusing though, when navigating the websites of international brands, to find dimmers listed that are not available in the UK. If in doubt contact the company to ask about their recommendations.
Top tip: Manufacturers want customers to experience the full potential of their lamps and will often be happy to recommend the best dimmer switch to use.
DON’T use a standard dimmer
Some lamps manufacturers may boast that their dimmable LED lighting can be controlled using a standard dimmer, but where this claim is borne out, it is likely to be true only when some very narrow criteria are met. Standard dimmers will be underloaded in most LED applications, exacerbating flickering and strobing effects, which, in turn, can drastically shorten lamp life. Standard dimmers are also not equipped to exploit the full brightness range, resulting in a disappointing user experience.
Top tip: Take claims of compatibility with standard dimmers with a pinch of salt.
DO choose a dimmer designed for LED lighting
DO choose a dimmer designed for LED lighting
Sophisticated dimmers are available to deliver the best possible performance from dimmable LED lighting. Some have several dimming modes to enable smooth dimming across the diverse driver technologies in the market. The brightness output a lamp produces from the same power input varies markedly between brands. For this reason, some manufacturers now include an adjustable minimum brightness setting so the user can access the full brightness range of a given lamp. An adjustable minimum brightness also ensures that any instability a lamp might exhibit at its lowest level of illumination can be avoided.
Top tip: Dedicated LED dimmers are equipped to exploit an LED lamp’s full dimming potential, better replicating the dimming behaviour of an incandescent lamp.
Design your lighting installation to ensure you don’t exceed the maximum load of the dimmers available”
DON’T buy your luminaires without first selecting a dimmer
Like all dimmer switches, those designed for LED lighting have minimum and maximum load recommendations. Design your lighting installation to ensure you don’t exceed the maximum load of the dimmers available. Splitting the load across more than one dimmer could provide a solution and give greater control by allowing light levels to be zoned in a multi-functional space. Until recently it was difficult to find a dimmer capable of controlling more than 100W of LED lighting, but some recent products open up the possibility of dimming much larger LED loads, up to 600W.
Top tip: It’s important to select a dimmer that can control the total wattage and quantity of lamps you want to dim.
DO read the instruction leaflet
LED dimmers often come with features designed to enhance their performance, but you may have to program the dimmer to access them. Don’t be tempted just to ‘plug and play’ because you may be missing out on features that will give greater expression to your lighting. For example, with some remote-controlled dimmers, enhanced scene-setting features may be unlocked using the dedicated handset. Some manufacturers have released how-to videos on their websites.
Top tip: Read the instruction leaflet or you may miss out on features and benefits.
Contact Novel Energy Lighting to discuss you lamp needs and dimming requirements.
Tel: 0208-540-8287, or email us for more info: sales@novelenergylighting.com
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Lux Reports: ROME – If you’ve been to the Sistine Chapel, you probably recall the crick in your neck and the strain on your eyes as you gazed upwards to spot Michelangelo’s ceiling.
Strain no more.
The Vatican will today officially switch on 50 new luminaires containing 7,000 LEDs that illuminate masterpieces such as The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgement in a way that brings the paintings and frescoes into full, clear and colourful view, as was evident at a press preview last night.
‘We want to honour the 450th anniversary of Michelangelo’s death by providing new lighting for his work,’ said Prof Antonio Paolucci, director of the Vatican Museums.
The great artist would probably be proud of the project, led by Germany’s Osram, which said the new LEDs provide ten times the brightness of previous lighting, while slashing energy consumption by 90 percent.
What was the most difficult aspect of the two-year job? ‘To prove that the light was not harmful for the art,’ said Martin Reuter, senior technical project manager at Osram, speaking to Lux at the event.
In order to be kindler and gentler to the paintings, the company did not use phosphor-coated white light, but instead used of a mix of blue, red and green LEDs. Osram sent original pigments for the ceiling, which Michelangelo completed in 1512, to Hungary’s Pannonian Univeristy for testing. Pannonian gave the all-clear after a year.
Other partners included Barcelona’s Instituit de Recerca en Energia, which investigated the energy reductions, and Rome-based lighting designer Faber Technica.
The European Commission helped fund the partners (the money did not go straight to the Vatican, as the Vatican is not part of the EU). The parties have not revealed the cost of the project. But the results speak for themselves, as the photo above shows.
Novel Energy Lighting has provided LED lighting for many churches here in the UK – contact us for details for your upgrade to LED, to save up to 90% energy
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Photo is from the Vatican
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Good lighting accentuates your décor and delivers a desired ambience. LED Spot lights ensure long life-time, ultra-bright light and low energy consumption. LEDs add a touch of elegance to your interior. Selection of lighting is as important as selection of furniture and wall colours. These eco-friendly LEDs ensure you lower your energy bills while brightening up your spaces with warm lighting to create stunning effects at a lower lifetime cost than traditional lighting solutions.
LED spotlights are the first choice of many interior decorators. These lights are cost effective, environmentally friendly, easy-to-install and create a great ambience. No wonder that many designers and homeowners prefer LED lights over all other lighting options.
LED Spots can come as separate lamp + fitting combinations (e.g. a LED GU10 lamp or LED MR16 lamp plus a downlight fitting), or as an integrated solid-state fitting with LED circuitry and driver built in.
LED lights consume less electricity and prove a cost-effective option in the long run. These lights keep your electricity bill low by consuming about 10% of the electricity of halogens or incandescents. The reduction in electricity consumption also means that your carbon footprint is reduced, since electricity is largely generated using fossil fuels. So, using LED lamps not only benefits your pocket, but also the earth.
With a lifespan of up to 50,000 hours, you can install these lamps and not worry about replacing them for a long time. The LED technology also minimizes UV or IR radiation, making them suitable to illuminating delicate objects such as paintings.
LEDs deliver a great ambience without burning a hole in your pocket. These cost-effective spots save up to 90% in power consumption, and their durability means low ongoing maintenance costs, which adds up to large cost savings over the life of the lamp.
You benefit from buying LED lights from professional suppliers like Novel Energy Lighting, which hold stock of market leading products and guarantees quality. Novel Energy Lighting provides a wide range of exclusive LED spots which you can use in your interior to add sophistication. Whether it is a conference room or your living room, we offer LED lighting products in various wattages, colour temperatures, beam angles, and prices to match your every need. Many of the spots are dimmable, and we offer great fitting options as needed.
Most of our LED products are backed by 30 day satisfaction guarantee and comes with up to five year warranty. Up to 90% energy savings and approximately 50,000 hours average lifetimes (L70) are the key features of our LED lights. You can also enjoy discounts on bulk orders.
For more information reach us at www.novelenergylighting.com or contact us on 0208-540-8287.
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Good lighting accentuates your décor and delivers a desired ambience. LED Spots add a touch of elegance. Selection of lighting is as important as selection of furniture and wall colours. Sometimes, spotlights in themselves make a piece of artwork.
LED spotlights are the first choice of many interior decorators. These lights are cost effective, environmentally friendly, easy-to-install and create a great ambience. No wonder that many designers and homeowners prefer LED lights over all other lighting options.
LED lights consume less electricity and prove a cost-effective option in the long run. These lights keep you electricity bill low by consuming about 10% of the electricity of halogens or incandescents. The reduction in electricity consumption also means that your carbon footprint is reduced, since electricity is largely generated using fossil fuels. So, using LED lamps not only benefits your pocket, but also the earth.
With a lifespan of up to 50,000 hours, you can install these lamps and not worry about replacing them for a long time. The LED technology also minimizes UV or IR radiation, making them suitable to illuminating delicate objects such as paintings.
LEDs deliver a great ambience without burning a hole in your pocket. These cost-effective spots save up to 90% in power consumption, and their durability means low ongoing maintenance costs, which adds up to large cost savings over the life of the lamp.
Novel Energy Lighting provides a wide range of exclusive LED spots which you can use in your interior to increase its elegance. Whether it is a meeting room or your kitchen, we offer LED lighting products in various wattages, colour temperatures, beam angles, and prices to match your every need. Many of the spots are dimmable, and we offer great fitting options as needed.
Most of our LED products are backed by 30 day satisfaction guarantee and comes with up to five year warranty. Up to 90% energy savings and approximately 50,000hour average lifetimes (L70) are the key features of our LED lights. You can also enjoy discounts on bulk orders. To find out more, visit www.novelenergylighting.com or contact us on 0208-540-8287.
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Decorate your space with LED spots. Lighting should be carefully selected in homes and offices for sophistication, style and interior décor. Interiors include wallpaper, false ceilings, furniture and lighting to highlight every space and corner. There are a wide variety of lights available in the market nowadays.
LED lighting is the best choice for interior lighting. It not only adds radiance but delivers an elegant aesthetic at the same time. Use these spots for walls, ceilings, showcases or where you need to highlight a certain space.
LED Spots
One of the best features of LED Spots is that they can reduce energy consumption by up to 80%. Unlike halogen spots, these lights emit less heat and beams contain no UV or IR radiation. You can install LEDs as a retrofit without any fuss, and they can last up to 50,000 hours. They save a lot of energy and deliver the desired color, temperature and intensity.
By installing LED spots, you can save a lot of money. They are the most economical form of spot lighting and consume less electricity. These cost-effective spots will cut down power consumption and make your home look modern and stylish too.
LED Spots are the ideal replacement for fluorescent bulbs or halogen spots. Fluorescent bulbs contain mercury that may have harmful effects on the environment when disposed of. Save energy, the environment and money by using LED spots in your homes.
Novel Energy Lighting offers you a wide range of high-class LED spots for your home and office lighting requirements. We sell a range of LED spots from top quality manufacturers, with warranties between 3 to 5 years on most products and a 30 day satisfaction guarantee.
Use our LED lighting products for your home and office to make a big impact on décor and ambience.
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