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LED TECHNOLOGY

LED TECHNOLOGY

Theoretical border of 300 lm/W

LED technology is becoming more and more important in the world market of illumination, thanks to the numerous features which make it superior to other traditional light sources allowing savings of up to 80% of electricity.

HUMAN CENTRIC LIGHTING

HUMAN CENTRIC LIGHTING

Natural light simulation

Human Centric Lighting, which can also be called human factors in lighting, is becoming the next big step in lighting. It can provide good visual lighting quality, energy efficiency and improve circadian rhythms, alertness and productivity.

LIGHT TERMINOLOGY

LIGHT TERMINOLOGY

Glossary

The luminous flux describes the quantity of light emitted by a LED light source or luminaire. The luminous efficiency is the ratio of the luminous flux to the electrical power consumed (lm/W). It is a measure of a LED light source’s economic efficacy.

DEGREES OF IP PROTECTION

DEGREES OF IP PROTECTION

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IP is an acronym "Ingress Protection". It is a measurement of the protection an item will have against solid objects and liquids. The first number refers to the protection against solid objects and the second number-against liquids.

DEGREES OF IK PROTECTION

DEGREES OF IK PROTECTION

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The IK rating is an international code which measures the degree of protection against mechanical wear and tear as well as the amount of impact a specific fixture can take. It is a measure of a fixtures robustness and durability.