Lighting

WHY INSTALL ENERGY SAVING LAMPS

Lighting in offices is the biggest single use of electricity. Major energy savings could be realized by using efficient lighting systems.

Switching to energy saving lamps will benefit:

• Your electricity bills

Energy saving lamps last in excess of 70% longer than traditional bulbs.
They last on average for a total of 8,000 hours compared to 1,000 hours on average for the best conventional bulbs.

The consumption is totally different from an equivalent lighting:

Ordinary Lamps		Low energy Lamps
40W		7 - 10W
60W		15 -18W
100W		20 - 25W
150W		32

(Source: the National Energy Foundation)

The environment

They use less electricity, which in turn reduces the level of CO2 gases being emitted into the environment.

BENEFITS OF ENERGY SAVING LIGHTING EQUIPMENT

Photosensitive cells

They can switch on, turn off and dim a light or a group of lights according to the available daylight in order to ensure a constant level of lighting
Up to 50% saving in energy

Programmable Timers

They allow you to pre-set times for when lights turn on and off.
Up to 10% saving in energy

Dimmers

Up to 60% saving in energy

Infrared PIR movement and Occupancy sensors

Either integrated into lights or installed separately, in the ceiling or wall, they switch lights on in working areas only when they are occupied, or in corridors whenever someone enters the detection zone.
Up to 60% saving in energy

UPGRADING YOUR LIGHTING EQUIPMENT

Existing Equipment		Energy Saving Replacement
Traditional Filament Bulb		Compact Fluorescent Lamp
Standard T12 Fluorescent Tube		T8 Triphosphor Fluorescent Tube
T8 Fluorescent Tube		T5 Fluorescent tube
Switch start ballast		High Frequency Control Gear
HF Gear		Dimmable Systems with Sensors

For more information on the savings that can be achieved with energy saving lamps view our range of energy saving lamps detailed in the Sector Plus Catalogue and lamp guide or pop into your nearest branch and ask a member of staff.