Energy efficiency and durability in lighting applications are ongoing challenges. In response to these needs, Ronfell Group has developed LED electronic strip modules with high specification acrylic outer cover tubes
Since the early 1960s, when LED lights were introduced, there has been a constant flux in the lighting industry. New concepts and ideas are arriving all the time to improve both durability and light output. Even more so with the ever-growing consciousness of our carbon footprint, electricians are constantly looking for a more sustainable source of energy.
While early LED lights projected cool, dimmable and efficient lighting, the expense to install them was high. LEDs originally omitted low-intensity red lights but today they are brighter than ever, coming in a variety of colours and versions such as infrared and ultraviolet.
Present LEDs may be more impressive, but they still have their disadvantages when it comes to sustainability, but this is addressed by an SMD (Surface Mounted Device) luminaires solution from Ronfell Group.
SMD lighting incorporates many advantages of traditional LED lighting with none of the shortcomings. For example, SMD lighting requires no standard or electronic ballast to buy in your luminaire or fitting, installation has been made even simpler and there is no ultra violet output that could have a negative and degrading effect on surrounding materials.
Where traditional LED lighting uses 10 percent less energy than non-LED luminaires, SMD lighting uses a further 68 percent less energy than traditional LEDs, also giving off a cleaner and brighter light (when compared to standard lamps) that is flicker free with an instant soft start by using the same light output.
SMD lights are made using specially developed LED electronic strip modules with high specification acrylic outer cover tubes.
These lights are potentially the first ever LED tube lights able to replace T8 1200mm fluorescent tubes. Even with a power consumption of only 15 watts, SMD lights emit 1200 Lumens and are made with 276 high-powered LEDs, which give off little to no heat.
Replacing fluorescent luminaires
The lights are designed to be a direct replacement for fluorescent luminaires, aiming to reduce energy consumption by 60-80 percent.
Unlike fluorescent lighting, SMD lights contain no toxic gases, mercury or glass and are therefore entirely safe for regular disposal, which means no WEEE directive fees to pay to dispose of.
Better still, for food safety, these lights are shatterproof to above IK7 standards ensuring safety and peace of mind for consumer applications.
Using energy saving technology, the company has been able to reduce annual Co2 emissions by 60 percent so the devices are environmentally friendly as well as cost effective.
Because the lighting uses less energy, this means they can potentially last up to 15 times longer than traditional lights giving over 60,000 hours of life when used for around eight hours a day. Also no maintenance is needed, further reducing running cost.
To help reduce carbon footprint, the company also offers an interest free loan from The Carbon Trust, which some companies may be eligible for to cover installation costs and you may also qualify for the 100 percent Enhanced Capital Allowance Scheme.
The company can also assist in the design and fitting of the luminaires, which can be used for any purpose.
The products range from interior luminaires and industrial luminaires to explosion-proof lighting, floodlights, positional architectural lights and emergency lighting in pure white light & high colour rendering index.
However the company also offers a tailor made service in addition to the product lines it stocks. Design plans, site surveys and complete installation is also available and all products are suitable for use in offices, factories and institutions such as schools and hospitals.
Sizes range from 300mm to 1830mm with a 30mm diameter in single or twin LED fluorescents.
The company also manufacture energy saving lighting products ideal for home use, including an SMD light bulb that replaces GLS/CFL bulbs, which can be used with any voltage from 85-265 vac.
Past case examples the company has worked alongside include; The Eden Project and the BBC to provide cleaner and more efficient energy, as well as lighting up Blackpool Illuminations, Tesco and Marks and Spencer stores.
The company is currently continuing to research into better and more advanced technologies.
