(Above and below right) Robe moving lights and Anolis LED fi xtures were used to illuminate Bath Abbey
PETR KOLMACKA
sales manager, Anolis, Czech Republic
“T
he new white light properties available with the latest LED technology provide incredible
opportunities. It’s known that different col- ours, and colour temperatures (of between 2800k and 6800k, for example), can evoke a variety of feelings and emo- tions. These can be used in areas to help visitors relax, unwind and de-stress. The manufacturers of high qual- ity LED sources can now reach a CRI of 93 per cent (colour rendering index, which shows the fi delity with which colours are perceived by the human eye), compared to a conventional light bulb that has a CRI of 100 per cent. This is a vast improvement on the fi rst developments in LED technol- ogy. These improvements will continue as LED technology advances, which it is – constantly and quickly. Very careful consideration should
be given to choosing a supplier of LED light sources, as the installation of the LED and its cooling system is crucial
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for full effi ciency, durability and meeting the target specifi ed by the investor. The boom in LED manufacture has attracted many emerging companies, often with little or no knowledge in the fi eld of LED appli- cation. The cheapest options can turn into a false economy in terms of bad advice and incorrect application/functionality. This, unfortunately, results in
more replacement costs and investors los- ing confi dence in using new technologies.”
JIRI BAROS
Robe lighting SRO, marketing and communications manager
“L
ED lighting has opened up a new range of choices and creative pos- sibilities for lighting designers and
specifi ers. The range of what’s available is amazing – there’s an LED fi xture of every size, colour, shape and output. The constantly reducing cost of LEDs means that they will rapidly start replacing standard incandescent, and possibly other types, light bulbs and light sources. If an operator is considering using LED,
the scale of the project must be consid- ered. How many hours will the fi xture need to be on and is it for an outdoor project or an indoor installation? On any project, particularly large ones,
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the specifi cation should always be for high-grade, professional LED fi xtures and control products in this context. Be aware of being too cost-driven and
research thoroughly before making a spec- ifi cation or purchase. There are a myriad of LED products available in all price ranges and you get what you pay for, to some extent. Some are better made than others and many cheap-and-cheerful products are on the market, which are less suitable for more rugged, professional applications. Sometimes it can be a complex and pro-
tracted process to fi nd and decide on the best brands to suit your project.” ●
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