Upgraded warehouse lighting for manufacturing company in Sockburn. Old metal halide high bays were dim, took forever to warm up, used heaps of power. We replaced 48 old fixtures with LED high bays - instant on, much brighter, half the power consumption. Added occupancy sensors in less used areas. Installed emergency lighting meeting code. Whole job took three days working around production schedule. Power bill dropped $600 per month. Workers love being able to see properly. Safety improved significantly with better visibility.
Commercial lighting affects productivity, safety, and operating costs. Modern LED lighting provides better illumination while cutting energy use dramatically. Proper lighting design makes businesses work better.
LED Lighting Benefits
LED technology revolutionized commercial lighting. Energy savings 50-70% compared to old fluorescent or metal halide. Longer life means less maintenance - LED fixtures last 50,000+ hours versus 10,000 for fluorescent. Better light quality with high color rendering. Instant on with no warm up time. Works fine in cold temperatures. Dimmable for flexibility. Lower heat output reduces cooling costs.
Warehouse and Industrial Lighting
High bay LED fixtures for tall ceilings. Available in 100W to 240W depending on mounting height and activity. Motion sensors reduce energy use in less trafficked aisles. Emergency lighting required by code - battery backup keeps critical areas lit during power failure. Proper spacing ensures even illumination without dark spots. We design layouts meeting required lux levels for different work areas.
Office Lighting Solutions
LED panel lights 600x600mm standard for grid ceilings. Provide even comfortable illumination. Occupancy sensors in meeting rooms and bathrooms save energy. Daylight harvesting near windows automatically dims when natural light adequate. Task lighting supplements ambient where needed. Proper lighting levels improve productivity and reduce eye strain.
Retail Lighting
Track lighting highlights merchandise. Adjustable heads let retailers direct light where needed. Display case lighting with LED strips. Proper color temperature important - warm white for clothing and home goods, cool white for electronics. Accent lighting draws attention to featured products. Window display lighting programmable for different times of day.
Exterior Commercial Lighting
Building facade lighting for visibility and security. LED wall packs and floods energy efficient and long lasting. Parking lot lighting with photocell control turns on at dusk. Pole mounted area lights illuminate parking and walkways. Sign lighting makes business visible after dark. Security lighting deters crime and improves safety.
Lighting Controls
Occupancy sensors turn lights off when areas unoccupied. Saves significant energy in intermittently used spaces. Time clock controls for predictable schedules. Photocell sensors for outdoor lighting. Dimming systems adjust light levels. Smart lighting systems allow remote control and programming.
Emergency Lighting
Required by building code for commercial occupancies. Battery backup emergency lights maintain minimum illumination during power failure. Exit signs with battery backup must stay lit. Strategically placed for safe egress. Monthly testing recommended. Annual inspection required.
Lighting Upgrades and Retrofits
Replacing old fluorescent with LED saves money immediately. Retrofit kits work in existing fixtures reducing installation cost. Sometimes complete fixture replacement better option. We evaluate and recommend best approach. Payback period typically 2-4 years through energy savings.
Did office building in Papanui - replaced all fluorescent with LED panels and tubes. Added occupancy sensors throughout. Power consumption dropped 55%. Building owner recovered cost in three years through lower power bills and reduced maintenance.
Lighting Design Services
Proper design ensures adequate illumination. We calculate required light levels for different activities. Plan fixture placement for even coverage. Consider ceiling height, surface reflectance, required lux levels. Provide lighting layout drawings showing all fixtures.
Maintenance and Service
LED fixtures need minimal maintenance but eventual replacement. We provide ongoing service for commercial lighting. Replace failed fixtures promptly. Clean fixtures to maintain output. Update controls as needed. Keep emergency lighting tested and functional.
Cost of Commercial Lighting
LED high bay installation $200-400 per fixture including fixture and installation. Office LED panels $150-250 per fixture. Exterior wall packs $180-300 each. Complete warehouse lighting upgrade maybe $15,000-40,000 depending on size. Office lighting retrofit $8,000-20,000 typical. ROI through energy savings makes upgrades worthwhile investment.