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Smart lighting powers Barcelona workspace
Leading lighting controls manufacturer B.E.G. helped
‘transform’ an office facility in the Port of Barcelona by integrating a state-of- the-art lighting control system into a major office refurbishment.
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he lighting specialist’s system converted the existing building into a modern, flexible and sustainable workspace that “enhances employee well- being, supports adaptable use of space, and maximises energy efficiency”. The project required a lighting solution that could create distinct moods across a variety of open-plan offices, meeting rooms and collaborative zones. A central control platform allowed lighting to be adjusted without changing the electrical installation. The system automatically regulates output based on daylight and occupancy, ensuring optimal lighting conditions for every activity.
Human Centric Lighting (HCL) zones mimic natural light, enhancing comfort and supporting well-being throughout the day. Users can also configure different lighting scenarios through an intuitive app interface.
Dan Glynn, sales director UK & Ireland for B.E.G., said: “In a project of this scale, it was essential to create a system that improved quality of life for people working there while also being efficient and sustainable.”
Energy efficiency was also a key consideration for the project, so time-controlled programming and presence detectors ensure spaces are only illuminated when necessary.
Mr Glynn added: “By regulating lighting
according to daylight levels, energy consumption is reduced, luminaire life is extended, maintenance costs are lowered, and the building’s carbon footprint is minimised. These measures also support sustainability certification objectives.
“The ZAL Port Service Centre demonstrates the growing role of intelligent lighting control systems in contemporary office design. By combining technical expertise, user comfort, and sustainability, B.E.G.’s state-of-the-art system has transformed the space into a flexible, efficient, and enjoyable environment for employees.”
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Ansell adds XPRESS fitting capability to popular Tornado Evo
Designed to speed up installation and simplify retrofit upgrades, Ansell Lighting has enhanced its popular Tornado EVO linear range.
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he range now has with XPRESS capability; a fast, clip-in system that enables emergency and microwave sensor functionality to be added quickly and easily to standard products. Set to be rolled out across more product lines in the coming months, the new Tornado EVO XPRESS luminaires feature clearly labelled gear trays with dedicated press and clip connection points, allowing XPRESS Emergency Pack and XPRESS Microwave Sensors (pictured) to be installed in seconds.
Developed to give installers more flexibility and to speed up project upgrades, XPRESS removes the need for tools - the packs are simply pushed into place and the wires connected. Hugely beneficial for wholesalers too, Ansell’s new XPRESS system enables them to reduce the number of SKUs they need to hold
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without limiting customer choice. By stocking the standard Tornado EVO XPRESS products alongside the separate clip-in packs, customers still have the freedom to add emergency or sensor functionality as and when needed. Mark Abbott, managing director at Ansell Lighting, said: “ XPRESS has been designed to make life easier for everyone in the supply chain. Installers benefit from faster installation and simpler upgrades
whilst wholesalers can reduce stock commitments without limiting customer choice.
“Tornado Evo is one of our most popular and widely specified products which made it the ideal choice for introducing this new system. We are sure that customers will love the many benefits and added flexibility the new XPRESS versions offer.”
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