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For many businesses the conversation between incandescent, compact fluorescent light (also know as CFL’s) or light emitting diode (also known as LED’s) has a unique discussion around the value to the business. Incandescent continues to be the most prevalent lighting currently installed. As these generate light, 90% of the electricity used is to simply heat up the bulb. This has two negative effects, the energy consumption is much higher on a per fixture basis and the HVAC systems must work harder to control the heat from the light. Compact fluorescent lights have become more pervasive over the past few years. This is all been an effort to reduce spend and remain environmentally responsible. However, CFL’s still contain mercury, which can be dangerous for your employees and the environment. CFL’s also remain costly to maintain, can be difficult on the eyes, and have a much shorter life span then LED’s. It has also been commented that many individuals don’t like the “warming up” period it takes for a CFL to become completely lit providing illumination.

The seven main fixture types are Highbays, Retrofit Kits, Flood Lights, Shoeboxes, Recess Cans, Wallpacks, Tubes, and New Fixtures. Each has a unique benefit and can be used in a variety of scenarios. Our design team will help navigate through the options and how each product impacts overall savings.

Traditionally used for areas that are 20 feet or higher. Most commonly seen in retail, warehouses, gymnasiums, and industrial facilities. Lumen output can vary, along with longevity. For ceilings nearing 40 feet or higher, lumen output becomes a key component to overall satisfaction.

Retrofit kits are designed to convert existing fluorescent fixtures to LED. These kits work in most existing grid ceilings and can be installed from below the ceiling. Most kits have a reflector and shield to cover the strip or provide widened lighting. Retrofit kits are available in 2×2 and 2×4 sizes with a variety of lumen and color options.

These fixtures are designed for applications that require a narrow beam of high-lumen output. Typically used for stage lighting, parking lot lighting, stadiums, and ground to aerial use.

Shoeboxes transform existing HID luminaries to LED models. Most commonly used in parking lots and street lighting. Shoeboxes replace 1,000W HID down to 300W HID. The goal of the shoebox is to increase overall lumen output, while maintaining cosmetic appeal.

The majority of recessed light fixtures, as the name suggests, are recessed inside of a ceiling with an internal downlight fixed for the accurate orientation of lighting. Options vary widely from decorative to more traditional. These lights are suitable for new construction or retrofit.

Designed for durable and dependable outdoor night lighting. LED wallpacks are traditionally used on the exterior of a building to improve lighting and create heightened security.

Used in new construction or areas where lighting is surface mounted. As fixtures age, some customers look not only for cost savings but a refresh to the aesthetics. New fixtures take more time to install but are the best option for aged surface mounts.

Used most commonly to replace T-12, T-8, and T-5’s. Tubes contain an internal strip that last 70,000 hours and come in 3000, 4000, and 5000k coloring. Tubes are a great alternative for cost control, while still maintaining overall cost reduction.

Gauge the impact of an LED implementation with a no strings attached Professional Assessment from EnergyWare. We’ll visit each of your locations on your schedule, review your current lighting infrastructure and analyze your energy spend. No future obligations.