Lighting in Design Q2 2024

By the power of the sun

BEKA Schréder has introduced an innovative solar lighting solution to enhance safety & visibility at a bustling Cape Town pedestrian crossing.

S panning 250 hectares, Century City in Cape Town is a vibrant urban precinct boasting a plethora of amenities, including hotels, schools, residential areas, commercial and retail spaces, and recreational areas like the renowned Intaka Island nature reserve. With over 700 businesses and a staggering 21 million annual visitors, Century City epitomises a dynamic blend of work, living, and leisure, says Riaan Bubb, a senior sales engineer at illumination specialist BEKA Schréder. The Century City Property Owners’ Association (CCPOA) plays a pivotal role in managing this bustling hub, ensuring its smooth functioning akin to a mini municipality, adds the lighting executive. Facing visibility challenges during power outages, particularly at the intersection adjacent to a MyCiTi Bus Stop and the Public Transport Interchange (PTI), the CCPOA sought a reliable lighting solution. “BEKA Schréder is renowned

integrity. Consequently, the intersection’s lighting has been upgraded with a vertical solar-powered solution complemented by new ALBANY GEN2 luminaires.” This innovative retrofit ensures continuous illumination even during loadshedding and other power outages, significantly enhancing pedestrian safety during night-time crossings. “BEKA Schréder’s commitment to sustainable, locally adapted lighting solutions aligns seamlessly with Century City’s ethos of modern urban living,” says Bubb, who concludes, “Collaborating with the Century City Property Owners’ Association on this project has been a source of pride for BEKA Schréder, underscoring our dedication to providing effective lighting solutions that enhance public safety and well-being.” Enquiries: www.beka-schreder.co.za

for its energy-efficient LED lighting solutions tailored to local conditions, so being awarded the business contract was for the community’s benefit,” adds Bubb. “Given the aesthetic appeal of BEKA Schréder’s ALBANY GEN2 luminaires already adorning Century City, the CCPOA was keen to maintain the precinct’s visual

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LiD Q2 - 2024