Posted by Richard Clarke on 17th May 2012
A recent US study into the feasibility of using low energy LED lights on dairy farms has unexpectedly revealed that they could help dairy farmers increase the milk yield of their cattle by up to 6%.Surprising Results!The surprising study, undertaken by the Oklahoma State University (OSU) and partly funded by National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, was originally intended to evaluate the energy-savings offered by LEDs and their overall pe… Read more
Posted by Amit Soni on 16th May 2012
LED lighting in general, and LED strip lights in particular are a rapidly developing and particularly innovative technology, so certain aspects of it are bound to puzzle people. One of these seems to centre around the topic of LED drivers, so here’s some info that you might find helpful.
As LED strips have voltage and current requirements which are different to the mains power supply (240V AC), they need a separate unit… Read more
Posted by Richard Clarke on 11th May 2012
If you are installing
LED Lights in your bathroom, you will first need to check the IP Rating of your fittings and whether they are suitable for the area in which you intend to use them.
What is an IP ("Ingress Protection") Rating?
All electrical enclosures are assigned an IP Rating, which provide an insight into the level of protection offered against moisture and other foreign bodies. (i.e. dust, dirt etc)
An IP rating consists… Read more
Posted by Richard Clarke on 9th May 2012
One of the great things about your home is that it’s unique. Decor, furniture, colour schemes – they won’t be the same in any 2 homes. This is what makes your home yours.
Whilst this is a very good thing, sometimes there are difficulties. Dealing with lighting rooms with low ceilings is just one of those, especially if you want to preserve its visual appeal. LED lights however, might just hold the answer.
There are loads of… Read more