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Megaman, a leading LED lighting solution provider, is proud to announce the launch of a new selection of GU10 lamps.
Megaman, a leading LED lighting solution provider, is proud to announce the launch of a new selection of GU10 lamps that incorporate the company’s new Hybrid Reflector and U-DIM™ technology.
A new 4W (250lm) GU10 and 5W (360lm) dimming GU10, with 25,000 hours’ life, are now available in Megaman’s popular Economy range, whilst the Professional range sees the addition of a new 5.5W (500lm) and 7W (550lm) dimming GU10, both with 50,000 hours life.
All of the new dimming GU10’s incorporate Megaman’s revolutionary U-DIM™ technology as standard – making the lamps compatible with a wider possible range of existing dimmers, whether they are leading-edge or trailing-edge.
The new 7W addition to the Professional Range also features Megaman’s new Hybrid Reflector, providing excellent optics, high efficiency and precise beam control.
Megaman’s Economy range comes with 2 years warranty and the Professional range with 3 years as standard, extendable to 5 years through the website.
Buy Megaman GU10s from our website: www.novelenergylighting.com, or call us to discuss volume requirements: 0208-540-8287, email: sales@novelenergylighting.com
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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’s Dino modern linear luminaires have been used within a new retail space at Poplar Garden Centre, Marks Tey, Essex.
Megaman’s Dino modern linear luminaires have been used within a new retail space at Poplar Garden Centre, Marks Tey, Essex. Ideal for internal or external installations, the Dino fitting offers a long life with low maintenance making it the perfect luminaire to replace existing T5 and T8 fluorescent luminaires.
Poplar Nursery is currently run by the third generation of the same family who started the business in 1938. The nursery has expanded over the years and now includes a farm shop and deli, restaurant, miniature railway and the latest addition this year, a new shop floor area for BBQ’s and patio furniture incorporating the Dino fittings. Installed by AD Mitchell Electrical Contractors Ltd, Colchester, the Dino linear luminaires fit the new retail area perfectly as the fittings blend into the ceiling space but offer excellent wide light distribution and high uniformity at 70% lumen at 50,000 hours. Due to their flexibility, the Dino fittings were also fitted in two general storage areas and a food cold store at the nursery.
Dino is available in 19.5W, 22.5W, 35W, 46W, 63W and 70W variations, the fitting has a UV resistant and corrosion proof casing making it suitable for harsh environments with an IP66 protection against water and dust and is IK08 vandal resistant. Dino also comes with Megaman’s 3-year warranty.
Call us on 0208-540-8287 to discuss your LED lighting needs, or visit our website: www.novelenergylighting.com to explore some of the range we can offer.
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Since old fashioned incandescent and halogen bulbs are being banned by governments around the world, most home owners have had to consider low energy alternatives.
The favourite choice now is LED (Light Emitting Diode) bulbs, which are currently leading the field in terms of energy savings, product life and ease of use.
But how many of us understand the ways in which LED bulbs are different to incandescent models, and how to ensure that when we upgrade our lighting we actually make the right choices?
Let’s start with some basic facts about LED bulbs.
Basically, they offer a number of significant advantages to the obsolete incandescent types:
- Major power saving: LEDs use approximately five times less energy as incandescent bulbs. As an example, you can replace an old 40W reading light bulb with an 8W LED. And since LEDs offer a more focused light, the energy savings could be up to 90%, and you can therefore have a lower-wattage bulb.
- ‘Cleaner’ Product: LEDs are non-toxic, and in particular contain no mercury.
- Less Heat: Much less heat is produced by LED bulbs, in comparison with incandescent lights. That is especially important in Southern climates where air-conditioning is used.
- Longer Life: LED bulbs do not need to be replaced very often – they can last up to twenty years in regular use.
- Better Investment: They do cost more to buy, but when you consider their longer life and energy savings, they are a great investment.
So, when the time comes to replace old light bulbs, LEDs are the obvious choice, but how do we go about making the right selection for our home? There are so many styles, sizes, shapes and special formats on the market now, how do you know which is the right one?
Here are some tips to help you make the right decision…..
Consider how much brightness you need
Back in the bad old days, we all got used to measuring a light bulb’s brightness simply by its wattage. A 60 Watt bulb gave us an average light output for most domestic situations. However, wattage actually measures the amount of electrical energy a light bulb uses – a lot of which is given out as heat. Clearly, an LED will use fewer watts to generate the same amount of light.
To make sure that you get an LED with sufficient light output, you will need to get used to measuring brightness in lumens. An old fashioned 60-watt incandescent bulb generates about 800 lumens, so to get an equivalent, you need to look for an LED rated at 800 lumens of light output. A lot of LED packaging will tell you what wattage of incandescent bulb the lamp would be equivalent to.
What about quality of light?
Depending on where you are planning to use the LED bulbs, the quality of light may well be an important factor. Light quality is generally measured by CRI or Colour Rendering Index. This number indicates how accurately the bulb illuminates colours on a scale from 1 to 100. If you plan to use the lamp frequently – say in a living room – or it is going to be used in a prominent location like an entrance hall, CRI is a very important metric to consider. However, if it’s going to go into an airing cupboard or toilet, CRI isn’t as crucial. CRI ratings in excess of 85 and above are indications of very good colour rendering.
Are “warm” or “cool” light colours important?
There is a wide variety of LED bulbs available now, offering a range of light “colour temperatures” in Degrees Kelvin, or simply “K”. How do you know what colour temperature works for you? Colour temperatures with high K ratings, 6,000 or more, are classified as ‘cool’ colours, while those with lower K ratings, 3,500 or less, are classified as ‘warm.’ You will find most retailers referring to their products as cool white and warm white LED Bulbs.
Warm white bears a close resemblance to the light produced by halogens and incandescent bulbs. It is soft, easy on the eyes and promotes a comfortable and domestic aesthetic. As a rule of thumb, warm white bulbs should be used in ‘habitat’ spaces, such as living rooms, hallways and bedrooms, and as general illumination. In contrast, cool white is a very bright, sharp white light; less suitable for domestic spaces where the brightness of the light can be too harsh and even create a clinical effect.
What shape or type of LED bulb do you need?
LEDs now come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes, and will be suitable for replacing just about any kind of incandescent light bulb. You will now find LED globe light bulbs, chandelier light bulbs, and reflector light bulbs – along with lots of newly manufactured shades, lamps and fixings that have them built-in.
The traditional “light bulb” shapes are designed to give an all-round source of light, for instance in a table lamp or ceiling fitting, and are known as “omni-directional”. Reflector types are designed to give light off in one direction, so they’re best for overhead lighting, spotlights, and display lighting.
How about replacing incandescent bulbs in dimming systems?
Unfortunately, many old incandescent dimmers aren’t fully compatible with LED lighting, so you need to be careful when considering dimming. Many of the newer types of LED light bulb do have dimming capabilities – a great option if you want to save even more energy and control the room’s ambient environment. But you may need to invest in an LED-specific dimmer. If you’re looking for a dimmable LED, carefully check the specification on the bulb’s packaging and make sure you control it with a compatible dimmer.
Some don’t like it hot!
LED based light bulbs work best when they are kept cool. If you use an LED outdoors in winter or inside a refrigerator, it will actually last longer. However, excessive heat can cause problems, particularly as LEDs exposed to extreme heat may degrade more quickly over time. So, if you plan to use them in an area that can get hot (like in overhead recessed spotlights) it would be better to invest in high-temperature specification types which use an advanced cooling system – like the types produced by Megaman.
And finally, how can you actually get the ball rolling to take advantage of LED technology in your home?
Right at the beginning it takes a little research effort – initially you need to go round your home and make a note of all the bulbs you are currently using – including wattage (60W, 100W etc.), type of fixture (screw, bayonet etc.), bulb type (reflector, standard, golf ball, etc.) size and colour (warm, cool, etc.). Also approximately how much usage each bulb gets.
Next you need to figure out the type of LED bulb which can be used to replace each incandescent type in terms of lumens, shape, size and fixture. Check out dimming requirements carefully, then make a comprehensive list and check prices on the Internet or through lighting retail outlets.
All that’s needed then is to make the investment, change the bulbs, and start making real savings on your electricity bill!
Visit www.novelenergylighting.com to explore the LED options available at great prices!
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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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Selling Cars the Megaman Way:
When Greers of Antrim wanted lighting that would not only show the cars off to the best effect but also provide massive energy savings, they decided on various Megaman lamps for the refurbishment. Greers, a family business and the only independent authorised Volvo Dealership in Northern Ireland, needed more space and decided to merge two buildings together to make one big showroom. Megaman’s technical team worked out the best way to achieve perfect illumination on the cars, achieving the maximum financial and energy savings, whilst reducing future maintenance. T & E Howie carried out the installation.
Megaman’s Carlo was specified for the main showroom over the cars utilising a 39W Tecoh RDx LED module in the fitting. Carlo is a range of recessed adjustable scoop LED downlights that offer excellent lighting performance and can be used to replace metal halide fittings. Adjustable up to 45° tilting angle and 355° rotation angle, the Carlo is an
ultra-flexible energy saving solution for use in retail applications where the merchandise has to catch the eye.
Megaman’s 15W AR111’s were chosen for the wooden ceiling in the ‘customer welcome area’ to provide a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. The 2800K colour temperature of the AR111’s produces a comfortable warm, white light and the narrow beam angle make it perfect for installation in display and furniture applications. UV resistant and corrosion-proof Dino LED battens have been used in the service and inspection bays to provide a high performance illumination. The IP66 rating ensures protection against water and dust ingress and a tough polycarbonate body with a prismatic diffuser.
The Siena integrated LED downlighters have been incorporated in toilets and small store rooms. Compact in size and with no external driver, these downlighters are easy to install and maintain whilst delivering high efficiency and lumen output. Ultra slim 50W Berto panels have also been installed in the offices to provide an integrated lighting solution that facilitates easy installation and maintenance. It delivers a high luminous efficacy up to 109lm/W – matching the lighting levels of 3 x 18W T8 and 3 x 24W HE T5 fluorescent modular fittings.
The lighting refurbishment has resulted in a saving of £2569 pa when compared to traditional lamps and, perhaps more importantly, reduced energy consumption by 18,291kw a year and 9950kgs of CO2. Paul Howie, from the installers T & E Howie, commented “We are delighted to have been nominated to do the work for Greers and are very pleased with the finished work on the project. I hope that it helps Greers to continue their success in selling cars whilst keeping lighting bills to a minimum”
Visit www.novelenergylighting.com to explore Megaman LED options for your retrofit project. Call us today to discuss pricing and availability: 0208-540-8287, or email: sales@novelenergylighting.com
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When critically acclaimed restaurateurs, Fabienne and Philippe Amzalak decided to open a high-end dining experience in Paris, they enlisted the help of design empresario Tom Dixon. The end result is a dramatically lit interior that references the 1970’s heritage of the building, yet uses the latest in LED lighting technology to create impact and drama. By using over 120 MEGAMAN® LED Classic 7W lamps, the scheme will also deliver a combined saving of €2,500 in electricity costs per year compared to traditional equivalents*.
Tom Dixon’s Design Research Studio was commissioned to create a scheme that would make the most of the stark concrete interior of the restaurant. Éclectic is located in the Beaugrenelle Centre, a refurbished 1970’s shopping complex situated in the 15th Arrondissement, beside the Seine. The shopping centre is now home to many high-end brands and since its opening, the restaurant has become a focal point for midday shoppers and the business community alike.
Using the building’s 1970’s heritage as a basis for his design concept, Tom Dixon’s Design Research Studio created a solution that celebrated the 1970’s love affair with all things geometric. The Tom Dixon Cell Pendant was chosen to light Éclectic, as its structure, constructed from layers of minutely etched brass with a hexagonal cross section, brings 1970’s sophistication into the 21st Century.
Clusters of the Tom Dixon Cell pendants have been hung from circular acoustic panels constructed by interiors lighting specialist Chelsom throughout the space. Located in the main dining room and private dining booths, they create a visual backdrop to the breathtaking 3.5 metre diameter chandelier that hangs in the centre of the restaurant. Containing 124 Tom Dixon Cell pendants, the central chandelier looks dramatic yet uses minimal energy, due to the incorporation of MEGAMAN®’s LED Classic 7W lamp.
Tom Dixon, Creative Director for Tom Dixon’s Design Research Studio, comments: “Drawing inspiration from the 1970s architecture surrounding the restaurant, the design plays with colour, simple repeat modules and clean geometry. The design intends to soften the hard finishes of the contemporary building; warmth and comfort are the key drivers for the interior finishes, and the concrete is softened with brass, and the whole restaurant is furnished in abundance with custom-designed products. The MEGAMAN® LEDs add warmth and sophistication to the scheme.”
Éclectic is a testament to the power of combining quality design with elegant LED lighting. Thanks to the creativity of Tom Dixon’s Design Research Studio and MEGAMAN®, energy efficiency and 1970’s urban chic have never looked so good!
* Based on calculation of: Operation hours: 12 hours per day, calculated based on 1 year period. Total number of light point: 124 pcs (124 x 7W MEGAMAN® LED Classic used instead of 40W incandescent lamps).
Visit www.novelenergylighting.com to discover the range of Megaman LED lamps and fittings available. We would be happy to work with you on project quotations. Contact us: 0208-540-8287, or drop us an email: sales@novelenergylighting.com
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Megaman are pleased to announce that they now offer serviceable LED solutions for a range of applications.
Across its LED product development in replacement lamps, modules*, light engines** or fixtures, MEGAMAN are pleased to announce that they are now able to offer user serviceable LED solutions. This decision has multiple benefits. Not only can MEGAMAN LED light sources be serviced and upgraded to the latest LED technology, but by using serviceable solutions, existing luminaires can be retained, minimising the environmental impact of progress. This approach overcomes some of the inflexibility previously experienced by end users, of completely integrated LED solutions.
MEGAMAN also recognizes that some basic light fixtures have such a low carbon footprint that engineering for replacing the LED may not always be viable and it can be greener to replace the whole fixture. MEGAMAN fixtures in this category are 100% recyclable with component parts that can easily be dismantled and separated. They are still designed with serviceability in mind so have commonly used fixings or sizes for easy replacement long into the future.
For MEGAMAN LED modules, light engines and fixtures it is recommended that the installation and servicing is performed by a qualified and competent expert.
The MEGAMAN LED product range offers the highest degree of design freedom for lighting designers, both in terms of addressing future advances in LED technology, as well as offering a wide range of colour and output choices.
* LED Module is a unit supplied as a light source. In addition to one or more LEDs it may contain further components, e.g. optical, mechanical, electrical and electronic components, but excluding the control gear.
** LED Light Engine is the combination of one electronic control gear, integrated or remote, and one or more LED modules.
For Megaman LED lighting solutions, please visit www.novelenergylighting.com, or call 0208-540-8287 to discuss your project needs.
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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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