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URBAN LIGHTING SOLUTIONS FOR THE 21ST CENTURY
The lighting industry has been transformed by the rapid rise of LED technology over the past decade . When compared with traditional lighting solutions , an LED luminaire can dramatically reduce both energy consumption and maintenance requirements . Less money and less downtime wasted on expensive lamp and ballast replacement can equal significant savings each year .
Seduced by the substantial savings on offer , a number of local governments ( both here and overseas ) were quick to adopt the new technology and began rolling out city-wide upgrade plans . As with most technology however , things evolved quickly and in 2017 , modern urban lighting has to offer more than reliability , performance and value . It must become part of its surroundings , minimise any impact on residents and the environment and provide a genuine benefit for ratepayers .
Exterior and urban lighting is one area local governments should never neglect ; a well-lit urban space can be aesthetically pleasing and improve safety and security , as explained by the CEO of Advanced Lighting Technologies , Richard Langdon “ Roadways and streets should be lit to improve both vehicle and pedestrian safety – compliance with Australian standards like AS / NZS 1158 helps to satisfy this requirement . However , outdoor illumination should also improve practical use of the area at night time ,” he said .
Some previous generation LED luminaires provide intense , white light that is extremely capable of lighting areas , roadways and public spaces . However recent medical research has suggested luminaries that generate less-intense light using warmer colour temperatures could help minimize potentially harmful human and environmental effects .
The possibility of further energy and cost savings has been brought about by the use of smart lighting controls . Connected via a wireless network , smart controls give local councils the opportunity to monitor and regulate their lighting systems in real-time . Consider the benefits of reducing lighting during quiet periods or increasing it to assist emergency services responding to incidents . Instant reporting also means faults can be identified and repaired much quicker than in the past .
Advanced optics and shielding technology means light can be concentrated exactly where it needs to be , and just as importantly , away from where it shouldn ’ t ; no more unwanted light shining into residents windows or upwards into the night sky . Richard Langdon explains : “ All our specification-grade external lighting products come with a range of optics , meaning light can be targeted exactly where it ’ s required , reducing unwanted spillage and glare ”
The Urban Lighting Specialists
Advanced Lighting Technologies has been a leader in the lighting market for over 25 years . We ’ ve worked with dozens of municipalities and local governments to increase visibility , compliance and safety by illuminating public spaces . We offer a wide-range of flexible and scalable solutions , sourced from the world ’ s leading lighting and smart control manufacturers . Contact us on 03 9800 5600 or www . adlt . com . au for more information .
GOVLINK » ISSUE 1 2017