LED Panel Lights (2x2 or 2x4) are a replacement for direct fluorescent troffers. These ceiling light panels are designed to be a cost and energy efficient alternative, by only using a fraction of the power consumption and lasting years longer.
Unlike individual tube bulbs, panel lights use light-emitting diodes (LEDs) that are evenly spaced apart to ensure the entire panel produces an even distribution of light. This type of design is a fantastic alternative to fluorescent tubes and will improve the mood and performance of your workers when used to light commercial and office facilities.
Why upgrade?
If your business’s workspace still relies on fluorescent lighting, it is definitely time you upgraded to better lights. Poor or dim lighting is an office employee’s worst nightmare and can have negative affect on their mood. A study conducted by the Society of Interior Designers found that 68 percent of employees were dissatisfied with their current office lighting. This is most likely due to poor fluorescent lighting, which used a ballast and is known to flicker and produce an irritating humming sound. Poor lighting can also cause eyestrain, headaches, and an overall feeling of languor. LED panels offer a solution to these problems and are a great investment. Here are a few reasons:
1. Better quality lighting
LED Panels provide a balanced and flicker-free distribution of light that mitigates the physical and mental effects of prolonged exposure to fluorescent lights. These panels emit an even glow spread out across a wide area and usually have a high CRI rating. The CRI rating is a measure of how accurate color appear under a light source. This means that objects under LED panels don’t appear washed out or dull. All of this will help your employees feel better while at work, allowing them to focus and be productive.
2. Energy/Cost Savings
Switching to LED could potentially save you and your business hundreds of dollars a year in lighting costs. The reason LED has become so popular recently is their energy efficiency. In general LEDs use up to 90 percent less energy than commercial incandescent and halogen lighting. When it comes to fluorescent lighting, a 40-watt 2x2 LED Panel fixture produces the same brightness of light as 3 x 32-watt fluorescent alternatives. With these lights using less electricity than traditional alternatives, your business stands to reduce its overall energy consumption and save money in the process.
3. Long Lifespan
LED Panels are remarkably long-lived, boasting life spans of over 50,000 hours. In comparison, you’d be lucky to have a halogen lamp last over 3,000 hours. Fluorescent tubes are better, lasting anywhere between 7,000 to 15,000 hours.
4. Integrated with Smart Technology
Lastly, LED panels can come with built-in “smart” features, including Wi-Fi connectivity, dimmability, and compatibility with motion sensors. With the right LED panel, you can create schedules for your office lights to automatically switch on and off at specific times of the day. If someone forgets to switch off the lighting, you can simply check the status of your lighting on an app or computer and switch them off remotely.
Newer versions use Human Centric Lighting (HCL), also known as circadian lighting which allows you adjust the color Kelvin temperature (or CCT) of your LED panels. This supports the human circadian rhythm, enhances concentration, prevents sleeping disorders and improves our overall well-being.
Conclusion
LED panels are a fantastic addition to any business’s workplace. With their combination of lighting quality, energy efficiency, and advanced features, LED Panels are easily the best commercial lighting solution on the market right now.
If you are interested, please contact Southern Lighting Group on (954) 641-8754 - Initial consultations are always free.
Over the years, SLG is proud to have garnered the trust and loyalty of countless customers. The products used are built with quality materials and the latest technologies, making it affordable to meet the highest industry standards.
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