The technology of  LED lighting has grown rapidly over the past few decades. LED lighting has become a mainstay in commercial spaces, industrial spaces, schools, hospitals and even residences. However, there is so much more that can be accomplished than simply providing illumination.

The Main Features of LED Lighting

Human-centric LED lighting works with the people occupying the space to create the most effective environment for them. This can be done in several different ways.

Color Tuning

An LED light typically provides a significant improvement in the quality of light because its broad, smooth color spectrum is more similar to the sun’s color spectrum than other artificial light sources. The color of light works with the natural circadian rhythms of human beings (or wake and sleep cycle). Blue light, which is typically more present in LED lighting (and the sun) than in incandescent lighting.

Dimmable 

Human-centric technology include dimmable function, The LED light would sense the ambient light in the room and adjust the brightness of the light based upon the available light coming in from windows or other sources. This technology has wide applicability from retail stores to industrial warehouses and more.

Occupancy Sensing

Occupancy sensing helps decrease the amount of energy spent illuminating rooms that have no one in them. This could either be done by motion-sensing or heat-sensing. These technologies are not just helpful for individuals, but it is also beneficial for the environment. Dimming lights and turning off lights when there is no occupancy, greatly decreases the amount of energy used, both helping the planet by creating less greenhouse gas as well as adding dollars to a company’s bottom line.

IoT – The Internet of Things

The IoT, or the Internet of Things, refers to the ever-growing network of devices that feature internet connectivity, and communication that occurs between these devices and other Internet-enabled devices and systems. How does this fit in with LED lighting? Since lighting is used everywhere, IoT enabled lighting simplifies the creation of connected systems. Having an IoT enabled LED light in every room of a building can help create an overall smarter building with virtually unlimited capabilities. In fact, the human-centric lighting that we mentioned earlier could probably be most effectively implemented with IoT compatible lighting. However, that would hardly be the only IoT application. IoT compatible LED lighting could be the core of systems that optimize air conditioning and heating, power grid.

Emergency Lighting

Safety of your employees is paramount. In the event of an emergency, you want to make sure that your employees will be able to exit safely. Lighting has come a long way in terms of innovation and no longer are you stuck with a bulky piece of emergency lighting equipment.

How Do I Choose The Color Temperature of an LED?

The LED lighting market has grown to include all types of choices. One of those choices is the color temperature of the lighting. Color temperature is measured in Kelvins (K) and indicates how warm or cool the color of the light appears. Despite common belief, “whiter” LED light isn’t always better!

5000K Color Range

Lighting that’s in the 5000K color temperature range is blue-white in color. The quality of this light is bright and crisp. This LED color is best used in industrial spaces, such as factories, or other workplaces where details are important, such as surgery and exam rooms.

4000K Color Range

The 4000K color temperature range for LEDs is neutral white. This color range produces a balanced color tone, not too blue and not too yellow. This creates an environment that can keep employees alert through the day. Spaces that would benefit from this type of light would be commercial spaces, retail spaces, hospital offices and hallways, and office spaces.

3000K Color Range

LED lighting in the 3000K color temperature range is yellow-white in color. The slight yellow warmth adds coziness to an interior space. This creates an inviting environment perfect for commercial spaces. Places that would benefit most from this color temperature include spas, hotel lobbies, and other areas that need a welcoming touch.

Color temperature can create a certain atmosphere in a commercial setting, energize employees, or add the ability to see details clearer. Depending on your space, you may need a different color temperature than you might have thought. The future of LED lighting is brighter than ever! Get the latest LED lighting solutions and learn about the products and services we offer.