There are many benefits to using LED lighting fixtures in a retail application, including energy savings, lower maintenance costs and more effective illumination on products. Most retail stores that are independently owned typically pay for all expenses. LED lighting allows energy savings of up to 75% from the conventional incandescent lighting, which would dramatically reduce electricity costs. Also, LED lighting produces minimal to no heat, which is a huge savings in reducing air conditioning usage.
Another great benefit of using LED lighting is the maintenance savings. Most retail stores use track lighting to highlight the products. The most commonly used type of lamps are the MR16, PAR30 and PAR 38. Since there are so many areas which need to be accented in a retail application, this also means there are a lot more lamps that need to be replaced – which is much more frequent when using incandescent bulbs. In addition to lasting 25 times longer than an incandescent bulb, LED lighting lasts five times longer than compact fluorescent bulbs. The longevity of LED lighting over incandescent lamps saves many trips up and down a ladder replacing fixtures and lamps. Typical payback from incandescent to LED lighting is 6 to 18 months, depending on hours of use and energy costs.
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Now, just because LED lighting brings energy savings and lower maintenance cost and is great for the environment does not mean you have to sacrifice aesthetics or look. LED lighting gives you a better output of light with the same vibrant look on products that are being displayed in a retail setting. With LED lighting you can be more creative with the retail application since LED lamps have more flexibility with beam control, lumen output and color temperature at all distances. Overall in retail applications, LED lighting will allow you to deliver focused, high-efficiency and high color rendering light for creating emphasis on all merchandise.
LED Source provides training and information for our clients regarding LED lighting. With numerous products available, it is very important to obtain the right information and the right product for the job. For more Expert LED lighting information visit www.GetLEDucated.com
Dan Ocasio – Vice President Franchise Development at http://www.LEDsource.com
Mr. Ocasio joined LED Source® in 2009 and brings 25 years of lighting experience, most recently as a rep for the world’s leading LED retrofit brand, Cree. He also worked as the Northeast regional sales manager for Kichler Lighting, where he obtained specialized training in lamps and lighting fixtures. Dan has extensive experience in both residential and commercial lighting designs and has strong public speaking, presentation and people skills. He has managed and trained several large organizations, and developed various sales and franchising programs.
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