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Are pastel coloured uplights the key to retail success?
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A new study is attempting to find the perfect light to use in a retail environment.
Lighting in Globus has, for the most part, followed traditional patterns.
The use of pastel coloured uplights in retail displays has been found to increase sales in a new study. The installation of the lights in a particular area of a store in Germany were found to increase basket values by six percent.
The same combination of coloured lights also increased customer visits to the revamped section of the store by 15 per cent when compared to an area lit with standard store lighting.
Philips Lighting produced the study in conjunction with major German grocer, Globus, with the expressed aim of finding lighting that increased sales.
‘As a retailer, to stay ahead of the competition, you have to create a multi-sensory environment and a ‘wow-factor’ in your stores,’ commented Norbert Scheller, store manager at the Globus supermarket in Saarbrücken where the experiment took place.
The researchers spent two months testing different lighting conditions in the supermarket. Three settings were tested, including the store’s uniform overhead lighting, regular spotlights and a combination of spotlights with pastel coloured uplights.
Retailers have traditionally lit stores using uniform, white, overhead lighting. The research showed that the 58 spotlights used in the experiment strengthened the appearance of products by increasing contrast.
Adding coloured uplighting, aimed at the ceiling, also helped to differentiate the promotional zone, making it more visible.
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As Philips announces they are investing in Li-Fi, this week we explore a new technology that has the ability to change the world. What is Li-Fi and how will revolutionise the way we receive the internet into our homes? Lux Today 21 February 2017
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Dubai rules all new properties must fit Philips LED lamps
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The new ruling means that all new buildings will have to feature LED lighting.
Fitting Philips ‘Dubai Lamp’, will be made the basic requirement for getting a Building Completion Certificate in Dubai.
Philips struck up a good deal!.. All new buildings in Dubai will soon be compelled by law to install specific LED lamps, the municipality has ruled, after striking a deal with Philips Lighting to supply millions of light sources to the emirate.
Authorities in Dubai signed a five-year contract with Philips to create the ‘Dubai Lamp’, which, it it is claimed, will be the first commercially available 200 lumen per Watt LED lamp.
The new fixtures will replace 80 percent of traditional lights currently in the emirate’s residential buildings, and, as of this year, all new buildings constructed in the city will have have to feature the Philips LED.
Fitting LED in new buildings will be made the basic requirement for getting a Building Completion Certificate, by the end of this year.
The initiative will initially focus on new buildings and big complexes such as schools, hospitals, mosques and shopping centres. A study will also be undertaken to develop a strategy of implementation for older buildings, in an attempt to ensure that the scheme ensures a wider legacy and that energy savings and a positive environmental impact continue to grow overtime.
Philips has been commissioned by the Dubai authorities to manufacture and supply two million of the ‘Dubai Lamps’, which will not contain mercury or generate heat. The Dubai Municipality plans to install 10 million Dubai Lamps before the end of 2021.
‘It will be made the basic requirement for getting a building completion certificate. This will be beneficial for both sides. The owner of the building will be able to save a lot of money on energy charges and we will able to protect the environment,’ Hussain Nasser Lootah, director general of Dubai Municipality, told The National.
‘In the beginning, we will concentrate on new buildings and we will complete a study of old buildings to see what can be done.’
Lootah said the latest agreement which is in line with government directives, supported the Dubai Integrated Energy Strategy, which targets a 30 percent reduction in energy consumption by 2030, and the Dubai Carbon Abatement Strategy, which is aimed at reducing carbon emissions by 16 per cent by 2021.
The lamps will be available in four models, both in cool daylight and warm white colours. That includes 1W candle lamps to replace the 25W incandescent lamp, 2W bulbs to replace 40W incandescent lamps, 3W bulbs to replace 60W incandescent lamps, and the 3W MR16 Spot to replace 50W halogen spots.
Novel Energy Lighting supplies the full range of Philips LED lamps, tubes, and luminaires. Please visit us today, or email: sales@novelenergylighting.com or call (0208-540-8287) to discuss you project needs.
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A new study has found that exposure to bright light can restore the sinking sexual desires of men during the cold winter months.
Scientists from the University of Siena in Italy have discovered that sitting in front of a light box can increase testosterone levels, boosting sexual satisfaction in the process.
The study was comprised of 38 men who had complained of spiraling sexual desire. Half of the group were treated with a light box, while a secondary group were exposed to an adapted light box that was wired to produce significantly less light.
The participants received doses of light for an hour, during the early morning, for two weeks straight.
The scientists discovered when the study was complete that the men exposed to the bright, unregulated light, recorded a tripling in sexual satisfaction, while the men who sat in front of the
‘In the northern hemisphere, the body’s testosterone production naturally declines from November until April and then rises steadily through the spring and summer with a peak in October.’
adapted light found that their libido remained significantly depressed.
When the results were more carefully considered it was found that the men who reported better sex had significantly higher levels of testosterone.
‘In the northern hemisphere, the body’s testosterone production naturally declines from November until April and then rises steadily through the spring and summer with a peak in October,’ Prof Andrea Fagiolini, who led the study commented.
This fact is mirrored in spikes in the birth rate, as June often records the highest rates of conception.
The libido-restoring light box contained bright fluorescent tubes that emitted light at ten times the intensity of the the light emitted by household fixtures.
Light boxes are also used to treat Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), which is a depression that strikes during the winter months when the hours of available daylight are at their lowest.
The scientists believe that the light box exposure inhibits the pineal gland in the centre of the brain, which prompted the noted increase in testosterone production.
Testosterone injections, antidepressants, and other medications can be used to treat a collapse in sexual desire, but the use of light would have none of the side effects associated with these options. The results will be presented at the European College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ECNP) Congress in Vienna later in the year.
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Car Park LED Lighting Solutions – Philips PacificLED GreenParking
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Smart, energy efficient lighting at Globen parking garage with the PacificLED GreenParking system.
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| The lighting in the parking garage of the Globen Shopping Center needed total renovation. Property owner, Klövern AB, wanted a ‘future-proof’ solution with smart lighting controls. Step forward GreenParking. |
Sustainable lighting
The three-floor, 9,000 square meter garage has 1,500 parking places. The original existing lighting installation was divided into 4 zones per floor, each lit with traditional batten luminaires, each housing a 1 x 58W T8 fluorescent tube. When a car entered the garage, the lighting operated at 100% of its full output for two hours, before switching off completely. The lighting quality was poor, and the luminaires were starting to fall apart. When it came to the renovation, Klövern AB didn’t just want to replace the fluorescent lamps with LED lamps. The company wanted something more sustainable. “We’re highly committed to sustainability, so it was very important that we installed a ‘future-proof’ lighting system,” explains Lennard Lindkvist, Energy Manager at Klövern AB.
“We wanted a lighting installation that would produce bright, well-distributed white light, so the garage felt safe and secure for our customers. But at the same time, we wanted a smart, energy-saving system that would help reduce our operating expenses.”
Avoiding cabling costs
Klövern AB wanted to avoid the cost of replacing the cabling, meaning that the new LED luminaires had to be the same length as the existing fluorescent lamp luminaires. “After exploring various options on the market, we decided that the GreenParking system from Philips, which couples Pacific LED waterproof luminaires with wireless control, was the best long-term solution from a sustainability perspective,” continues Lindkvist. “We replaced the luminaires and kept the cabling, which saved significant labor and material costs.”
The complete GreenParking package
GreenParking is an easy-to-install, full lighting system: PacificLED luminaires paired with wireless movement detectors create a complete and controllable wireless lighting system, which enables the luminaires to communicate with each other and behave according to how they are programmed. “For the new lighting installation, the parking garage was divided into 13 zones per floor and more than 120 wireless movement detection sensors were mounted in strategic locations” says Lindkvist. “Unlike with our previous system, we’re only paying for lighting when it’s needed. When a car or pedestrian enters the programmed ‘zone’, the lighting comes on to 90% of its full power. When the car or pedestrian leaves the area, the output drops to 10% after 2 minutes”. “The LED lighting produces a crisp white light – essential for customers to feel safe and secure. And because Pacific LED luminaires are IP65 class rated, we know the luminaires are tough enough to withstand the exhaust gases.”
Halving energy costs
For Klövern AB, it was crucial that the new lighting system saved energy and cut operating costs: “Energy consumption is a major business expense for us – but also one we can address by investing in new technology. With every penny we save on energy, the property becomes more profitable”. “We’ve cut energy consumption by more than 50%. The LED luminaires account for 75% of the energy savings, the lighting controls 25%. “We’ve saved 350,000 kWh per year by switching to the Philips GreenParking system. In fact, we save as much energy as 17 houses consume every year.” The long life span of the LED luminaires means Klövern AB will also reduce its maintenance costs: “With the old system, we had to replace the fluorescent lamps every other year. The new LED modules won’t need replacing for 15 years. This not only saves time and money – it makes us a more environmentally friendly company as well.”
Contact us at www.novelenergylighting.com, T: 0208-540-8287, E: sales@novelenergylighting.com to discuss LED retrofit options for your car parking or outdoor lighting facilities.
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Philips: 3 Factories 5 Star Lighting Solutions (Novozymes, Denmark – Case Study)
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Philips GreenManufacturing system has been installed in three production units. The functionality of the system can be adapted to individual areas based on behavioural patterns and the requirements of the people working there.
Project and requirements
Novozymes has three factories in which a large number of T8 neon tube light fittings needed replacing. Access conditions at all three locations were generally difficult, making a traditional cable-based installation very time consuming. The plan therefore called for reuse of the existing cable installation, coupled with an intelligent solution to be able to control lighting levels as needed and based on human presence. The aim was also to reduce electricity consumption and contribute to sustainable production. Furthermore, the two installation contractors, Lindpro and Electricom, had only four months from signing the contract to completing the work. “The installation process had to be flexible enough to give us the opportunity to optimise if modifications were made to the premises”, explains Peter FinkJensen, Senior Project Manager at Novozymes. Philips’ GreenManufacturing is a new lighting system based on LED fittings with integrated lighting control and wireless sensors. Acting upon the recommendation of consultant Sweco, GreenManufacturing was selected, as it met all of the requirements.
Requirements met by GreenManufacturing
The GreenManufacturing system has been installed in all three production units. Replacement was on a 1:1 basis, reusing the existing cables. A total of 4,400 Pacific and GentleSpace LED fittings were installed, plus 1,200 sensors able to communicate wirelessly with these fittings. No further installation work was needed, as the wireless sensors can be relocated when required. GreenManufacturing functionality can be adapted to individual areas based on behavioural patterns and the requirements of the people working there.
When no movement is detected after ten minutes, the light dims to 10%, and in designated areas switches off after a further ten minutes. “Our energy savings have been calculated to be around 4,600 MWh per annum. No replacement of tubes will be required during the lifetime of the fittings, which also saves us maintenance costs and, of course, disruption for production and the workforce,” says Peter Fink-Jensen. “Service life is expected to be around 15 years for 9-10 hours daily use,” explains Andreas Birch from Sweco, consultants for the project. “Credibility, quality products and a well-known manufacturer with a good track record that is able to provide the necessary support were the reasons we chose Philips”, adds Fink-Jensen.
“The project ran to plan, and the GreenManufacturing solution was installed at all three production facilities, four months after the contract was signed. Production runs around the clock and stayed uninterrupted throughout the entire project”, he stated.
Satisfied users
“We are very satisfied with the lighting. Large factory buildings like ours can be uncomfortable to be in if they seem dark, but the lights come on so quickly that it doesn’t feel insecure. The light intensity is also higher than from the old tubes”, claims Peter Kolby, an operator at the site. “The fact that the lights do not turn off completely is nice. By keeping them on at 10% means we can still see in the building, something that is necessary, not least from a safety point of view. When we work on the night shift, it’s really great to have full lighting throughout.”
Easy and fast installation
“Electricom was responsible for about half of the installation. Per Junge, installer and owner, is very satisfied with GreenManufacturing and the level of support provided by Phillips:
“Philips gave us thorough instructions to commission the system, and our electricians have nothing but good things to say about it”, he says, pointing out that GreenManufacturing system will definitely be used again in the future. “With the intelligent GreenManufacturing solution there was no need for new cables, which made it all very easy to install. I have already proposed the same solution to other customers”, says Service Leader Martin Fehrn from Lindpro. “The aim was to cut electricity consumption and contribute to sustainable production – and we certainly succeeded with GreenManufacturing”, says Fink-Jensen, Senior Project Manager at Novozymes and responsible for running the project.
Visit www.novelenergylighting.com to explore the Philips LED High Bay range, including Philips Coreline Highbay, and Philips Gentlespace LED. Tel: 0208-540-8287
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Philips Lighting @ L+B 2016 – Experience light beyond illumination
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Philips Lighting showcased truly pioneering lighting innovations at Light + Building 2016, the world’s leading trade fair for lighting in Frankfurt, Germany.
Philips brought together leading experts to inspire and engage fellow professionals as part of their speaker program at light+building.
Connected lighting in smart cities
Delivering smart buildings
New technology trends and their impact on LED luminaires
We’ve captured these insightful talks in a series of videos – so if you couldn’t make it to the show, here’s your chance to catch up on what you missed.
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Introducing Philips CorePro LED PL-C
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The first LED PL-C lamp designed to save energy and downsize costs
CorePro LED PL-C is the first PL-C lamp replacement for downlighters that provides up to 60% energy saving, three times longer lifetime (30,000 hours) and a robust, shatterproof plastic housing. A retrofit lamp that’s simple to install, fits fixtures with E.Mag or HF ballast and requires less maintenance and servicing. So you can downsize your downlighting costs with energy efficient LED.
Application areas:
Focus on general circulation areas in downlight luminaires as key applications
Saving energy without compromising on light quality:
• CorePro LED PL-C lamps save >50% energy by directing the light so that none is wasted above the luminaire.
• Therefore the CorePro LED PL-C lamp also requires less light (lumen) to reach the same lux levels.
• In addition, the rotating end-cap feature ensures lamps can always be rotated in the ideal direction.
• The rotating functionality (from -45˚ to +90˚) offers the possibility to optimise light distribution and fit of the lamps, whatever type of luminaire they are being installed in.
Range build-up
Compatible with all Electro Magnetic ballasts
• Recognisable by 2 connector pins on socket base
• Available in two socket types:
– G24d-2 to replace 18W / G24d-3
– to replace 26W conventional PL-C lamps.
Compatible with Electronic / HighFrequency ballast
• Recognisable by 4 connector pins on socket base
• Available in two socket types:
– G24q-2 to replace 18W
– G24q-3 to replace 26W conventional PL-C lamps.
Key benefits
Energy efficient
• More than 60% more efficient compared to fluorescent PL-C lamps, saving on energy costs
Long lasting & robust
• With lifetimes up to 30,000 hours (vs. 10,000 hours Fluorescent PL-C), reducing maintenance costs
• PL-C LED Lamps are made of shatter-proof plastic instead of glass
Simple lamp for lamp replacement
• Easy upgrade from current conventional downlight fixture to LED PL-C (hassle free)
• Re-using the existing fixture without major modifications, using a similar PL-C form-factor
High quality of light
• No flickering or stroboscopic light
• Instant 100% light
Product specifications
Philips CorePro LED PL-C 2-pin range:
• Two wattage positions for G24d-2 and G24d-3 socket holders
• 3000 K & 4000 K
• Efficiency up to 112 Lumens / Watt
• < 2 years pay-back, at affordable initial price point
• Rotating end-caps, to rotate light in the ideal direction
• Perfect fit dimensions, to enable optimal fit with existing luminaires
Philips CorePro LED PL-C 4-pin range:
• Two wattage positions for G24q-2 and G24q-3 socket holders
• 3000 K & 4000 K
• Efficiency up to 100 Lumens / Watt
• < 2 years pay-back, at affordable initial price point
• Rotating end-caps, to rotate light in the ideal direction
• Perfect fit dimensions, to enable optimal fit with existing luminaires
Visit www.novelenergylighting.com to browse the selection of Philips Corepro PL-C lamps today, or call us for volume pricing, tel: 0208-540-8287
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A fresh look for a famous franchise
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Customer challenge
The right lighting
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Philips Revitalises Cairo’s Iconic Opera House With Spectacular Connected LED Lighting
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On the occasion of Philips sixth consecutive Cape Town to Cairo roadshow, Philips today unveiled the newly illuminated Cairo Opera House.
– Philips 21st century connected LED lighting technology revitalises Cairo’s Opera House – bringing new life to this iconic building, whilst also reigniting cultural pride and saving energy.
– Over the past five years the Philips Cape Town to Cairo roadshow has spread light across Africa improving and beautifying cities, and illuminating iconic landmarks
Philips has provided the Cairo Opera House with a stunning makeover that has radically boosted the beautification of this iconic building. By using its latest LED lighting technology, which has a lifespan of up to 50,000 hours(1), Philips will enable the Opera House to reduce its energy consumption by up to 80% compared with conventional lighting currently used in the Opera House.
Reigniting cultural pride
The Cairo Opera House is a cultural landmark renowned for leadership, excellence and imagination. It has carved itself a significant position in the cultural landscape of Egypt and the Middle East. With its appealing mix of high-quality traditional events, and its unique venues as well as its state of the art facilities, the Cairo Opera House is exceptionally suited to fulfill its mission to become a representation of art in Egypt and across the world.
Tamer Abol Ghar, Country Manager Egypt & General Manager Africa, Lighting Professional End User Sales, commented : “It is with great pride that we can today unveil the stunning LED makeover of the Cairo Opera House. The lighting not only magnifies the beauty of the renowned building, but it will also enable a significant reduction of energy consumption at the Opera House. As the global leader in LED lighting, we have made massive strides in recent years with regards LEDs, and it’s really quite remarkable to witness the effect the lighting of a building or a landmark can have on an entire city or region. We have no doubt that the people of Cairo will enjoy the Opera House for many more years to come, and hopefully as a result of the dynamic new lighting it will be seen in a completely new light not only by locals, but by the world.”
Philips’ new lighting concept focused on highlighting the importance of the building as a source of cultural pride. Located in the southern part of Gezira Island, this iconic building now houses new Philips dynamic lighting, which ensures it is visible from anywhere up to half a kilometre away on the River Nile. The new Philips lighting design has guaranteed that the viewing points of the Opera House are the main feature, with light and shadow applied in such a way that the building’s structures are also emphasized.
The initial challenge for Philips’ design team was to give the iconic Opera House a more innovative look while maintaining the authentic and historic atmosphere of the Opera House. The Philips team applied its innovative Vaya LED lights which create an endless spectrum of colors to highlight the features of this architectural masterpiece, and allowed Philips to introduce a vibrant ambience that changes depending on the performance happening inside the Opera House.
The usage of intelligent RGB (Red, Green & Blue) flood lights on the façade of the Cairo Opera House turns the hall into a landmark that is highly attractive, adding visual comfort as well as an expressive environment at night. The domes of the building have been illuminated using intelligent RGB floodlights with wide beam angle to highlight the octagonal base shape
The entire project at the Cairo Opera House took Philips four months to complete – this included the design, implementation and installation of 160 Philips latest Color Kinetics Vaya LED RGB (Red, Green & Blue) Lighting luminaires.
Ninth and final stop of the Cape Town to Cairo roadshow
Cairo marks the grand conclusion of Philips’ annual pan-African Cape Town to Cairo roadshow that kicked off on 11th May 2015, in Cape Town. Cairo is the ninth stop on the roadshow’s journey which covered 12,000 km across 11 cities and 8 countries over a period of 4.5 months. Cape Town to Cairo has gained significant momentum over the past five years, allowing Philips to get to the heart of some of the key issues facing Africa – including Mother and Child Care, the rise of non-communicable diseases, energy efficient LED and solar lighting solutions, as well as shining a spotlight on the need for clinical education and training.
The 2015 roadshow continued to drive the conversation around sustainable energy solutions. As part of Philips dedication to improving healthcare in Africa many substantial innovations and partnerships were announced and Philips illuminated a number of iconic buildings, which will leave behind a permanent legacy, while also reducing energy consumption.
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