The Only Guide You Need to Check Out Before Installing LED Lighting Retrofit

 If you have been holding yourself back from going for a LED lighting retrofit citing how costly it may get, this article is for you!

Contrary to the popular belief, an LED lighting retrofit is a rather efficient and affordable way of upgrading lighting in any facility without replacing the existing fixtures. These are more energy efficient, light up instantly, do not give off UV emissions, and are 100% recyclable. Here’s how!

• LED light bulbs are known to consume approximately 50% lesser energy than their traditional incandescent, fluorescent, or halogen lighting counterparts. This stands true especially when you keep the lights in your apartment or facility on for prolonged periods of time. Thanks to their directional lighting ability, no energy gets wasted and you get better returns on your investment.

• The fact that LED lighting solutions boast of a much better life span then fluorescent bulbs or traditional incandescent bulbs pretty much explains why they do not need frequent repairs or replacement. Statistically speaking, LEDs last for at least 30,000 hours while the fluorescent bulbs have a maximum life expectancy of 10,000 hours. While they offer flawless lighting, they help reduce energy consumption too.

• Considering the fact that LED lights are built with sturdy components, the chances of them being experiencing damage because of shock, vibrations, and external impacts are next to negligible.

• Rapid cycling, more often than not, results in shorter life expectancy for traditional light bulbs while LEDs remain unaffected by it. To conclude, LED lights are well-suited for daylight sensors and commercial flashing light displays too.

Icopower ESCO is a manufacturer-neutral provider of energy-efficient lighting solutions and thus, focuses entirely on reliable, high quality, high electric power efficiency, and cost-effective lighting products. They use a combination of industry experience, manufacturing partnerships, and logistical capabilities to design solution-oriented packages around each client's particular goals.

For more information, visit www.icopower-esco.com. You can also get in touch with them by dialing +254 729606562 or writing to them at fm@icopower-esco.com.

A Few Effective Energy Saving Solutions for Facilities

 Most businesses would be happy to save on their energy bills but don't have the time to research possible changes that would be worth their while. We have made the task easy for you by listing out some of the most popular energy saving solutions:

• Lighting

Switch over your lighting to LED lighting alternatives. LEDs use far less power than either CFLs or the old incandescent bulbs. They also last for 10 years or more, so will reduce the maintenance costs of changing light bulbs. While a complete retrofit of your whole business premises may be a considerable investment, it will pay for itself in less than two years, saving money then on for the next eight years or more. Consider finding a company that offers energy efficiency project financing.

• Heating and cooling

Statistics show that just one degree less on the heating thermostat can save you 8% of energy costs, so it's well worth turning down the heat just that little bit.

• Energy efficient equipment

Select new equipment with a view to energy efficiency. Bear in mind that laptops use up to 90% less energy than standard computers. Ink-jet printers use 90% less energy than laser printers. Choose the right sized copier to suit your usage. Keep all office machinery well maintained, as this will increase efficiency and reduce energy use.

• Movement sensor switches

Encourage people to switch off lights in rooms that aren't in use all the time, such as meeting rooms, toilets and store-rooms. If this doesn't work consider installing movement sensor switches which detect if the room is empty and switch off the light automatically.

Another effective way of saving energy is getting voltage optimization systems installed. Icopower ESCO’s mission is to analyze, design, and implement energy efficiency solutions that will create value for facility owners and operators across all sectors in East Africa and beyond. We work with clients to reduce operating expenses, upgrade and maintain infrastructure, stabilize energy costs, improve infrastructure efficiency, increase energy reliability and conserve the environment by reducing the carbon footprint. Visit www.icopower-esco.com to know more.