WHY UPGRADE
Three of the most common outdated light systems that are still seen in commercial establishments today are metal halide, sodium-vapor and fluorescent lights. If your business still uses these lights, you are long overdue for a lighting upgrade! Take note of some of the major issues associated with metal halide and sodium-vapor lighting systems:
▶ Short lamp life
▶ Unwanted dimming
▶ Flickering
▶ Buzzing
▶ Hot temperature
▶ Long warm-up and re-strike times
▶ Unnatural light color
▶ Wasted energy
▶ High maintenance
▶ High electricity bills
In With The New
Thankfully, lighting technology has seen major advancements in the past couple of decades, especially with the development and improvements on LED lighting technologies. Check out some of the most noticeable benefits to LED lighting.
| L E D | Sodium-Vapor | Fluorescent | Metal Halide | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamp Life (hours) | 50,000 | 20,000 | 15,000 | 10,000 |
| CRI | Up to 95 | 21 | 75 | 65 |
| Instant-On | ✓ | x | x | x |
| Lumen/Watt | 100 | 110 | 70 | 90 |
| Light Color | White | White | Yellow | White |
| Kelvin | 5,000 | 2,100 | 5,000 | 4,100 |
The numbers are clear, but what do they mean in terms of real-life application and benefits for your business?
▶ Improved color rendering
▶ Increased nighttime visibility
▶ Improved security
▶ Increased productivity
▶ Lower operation costs
▶ Lower maintenance expense
▶ Major utility bill savings
▶ Going Green!
Whether you’re running a tennis club, high school or corporate office, don’t get left in the dark! Switch to an energy-efficient lighting system and watch your energy costs drop by up to 70% – all while your employees work more productively, your students learn better and your sports enthusiasts deem your courts their absolute favorite to play at!