Lighting in Design Q3 2022

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EDspace Editor’s comment. Successful return for IESSA conference

After a pandemic enforced hiatus of three years, the Illumination Engineering Society of South Africa (IESSA) was able once again to host its popular annual conference, which brings together members from across the country for two days of learning, knowledge sharing and networking. An introduction to lighting for cannabis growth Contemporary indoor cannabis cultivation usually involves at least one of three artificial light sources: HID, CFL and LED; however, the LED industry for horti cultural applications is growing rapidly due to the number of advantages it has. Considerations for lighting data centres Developments in technology have driven significant changes in the number and size of data centres. Increased use of smart phones, social media and online shopping are examples of behaviours driving these changes, and lighting has had to adapt to ensure data centres are lit with energy-efficient and sustainable solutions. Midrand office boasts Blu2light-based BMS In Vossloh-Schwabe’s Midrand, Johannesburg premises, a Building Management System was specified and installed by partner companies RDL and Wardew. This BMS has been developed with the background of the Blu2Light technology and has been enhanced to control and record diverse applications. Simple, effective lighting for rural mall Flagstaff, located in the ORTambo district in the Eastern Cape, began its existence as a trading post and essentially still serves as a regional node for shopping. The opening of the double-level Flagstaff has set a new standard for rural retail, and the lighting plays a key role in setting the mall apart. The top 4 trends fuelling smart lighting growth Notable innovations in lighting systems have been supporting the growth of the smart lighting market. Additionally, the widespread scope of application of intelligent lighting solutions across varied sectors has aided industry expansion. 22 News Floodlighting solution for new school sports fields by BEKA Schréder; Tridonic receives first electronic lighting component Cradle to Cradle Certified ® in Bronze; and the ultimate retail, commercial and industrial lighting solution from LEDwise.

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LiD Q3 - 2022