LIGHTING & LIGHTING CONTROLS


KNX specified for superyacht luxury and security K


NX UK Association member KNX Consultants has opened up a new world to KNX intelligent building technology with entry into the market of super yachts. On the new Pegaso 73.6 metre super motor yacht, KNX bus technology has clearly demonstrated its, versatility,


flexibility and total suitability for enter 800


Versatile, electronic HID Ballasts from Venture


to operate at different light outputs for different periods of time, depending on the application. As such they enable significant energy savings while ensuring adequate light levels are maintained at all times – such as highest outputs when vehicle and pedestrian traffic are high, with lower levels during quieter periods. Crucially, the programming can be carried out post-installation via the existing mains cable, eliminating the need for additional wiring or expensive communication packages. Each ballast can also be individually addressable to maximise the range of configurations available.


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ballasts are extremely flexible, enabling complex programmes to be very simply introduced to both Metal Halide and High Pressure Sodium lighting.


Venture Lighting Europe Ltd Tel: 0845 2302222 Web: www.venturelightingeurope.com


Megaman


enture Lighting’s programmable PART NIGHT electronic ballasts enable outdoor HID lighting


controlling many of the key lifestyle functions that the yacht managers wanted to provide. Alex Flemming of Pegaso Marine, managers and administrators of the Pegaso fleet, has been delighted with the KNX solution that was recommended by Avit Marine, specialists in high-end technology for superyachts. "The technology is absolutely vital when considering the lifestyle choices of superyacht users. What we liked about KNX above all was the flexibility that it gives to add any further lifestyle choices in the future. If we want to automate additional functions on board then we can do so very easily."


KNX UK Tel: 0845 869 5908 Web: www.knxuk.org enter 801


Megaman’s LEDs at Fat Face M


egaman’s GU10 AR111 15W and Candle 5W LED lamps have been used to great effect in the Fat Face chain of clothing and accessory stores throughout the UK. This is part of a roll-out programme to replace heat generating 75W halogen lamps and 25W incandescent candles respectively. With over 200 stores in the UK, Fat Face is one of the high streets leading clothing and accessories retailers offering clothes for the active lifestyle. Formed in 1988, the company has the motto ‘Life is Out There’. Offering 50,000 hours, Megaman’s AR111 LED lamps offered a direct replacement for the halogen spots situated on the sales floor,


providing a perfect illumination to highlight the merchandise on the shop floor. Offering the same light intensity and colour temperature, the AR111’s also provide energy saving of up to 80%.


Tel: 0845 4084625 Web: www.megamanuk.com enter 802


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