Sparks Electrical News April 2022

LIGHTING

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Solar lighting highmast solution for Steelpoort community

BEKA Schréder recently supplied the LED solar lighting highmast solution for the Steelpoort com- munity in the Limpopo Province. With this new light- ing installation, the community benefits from security lighting even during loadshedding. The SOLARFLOOD has been installed on three newly erected highmasts in Steelpoort. The masts have been strategically located in high pedestrian traffic areas, such as schools, community centres, clinics and taverns, which ensures safer transit of the community especially during times affected by loadshedding. The SOLARFLOOD is a South-African designed and manufactured solar lighting highmast solution for outdoor open area and rural applications and provides a high performing, robust option for off- grid solar lighting requirements. Combined with the OMNISTAR-MINI luminaire, the SOLARFLOOD provides a reliable lighting so- lution with a high Ingress Protection level (IP 66) that withstands high ambient temperatures. The OMNISTAR-MINI range is a sustainable off-grid performer with a superior lumen/watt ratio. BEKA Schréder’s high-performing optics allow for mounting of up to 20m, providing high-quality light where it is needed. The photovoltaic energy conversion is opti- mised by highly efficient Monocrystalline solar module technology. This, in conjunction with the Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) charging system and the company’s lithium battery tech- nology, provides a state-of-the-art quality system, offering the required system autonomy and pro- viding a long-lasting solution to operate in any of our very challenging African environmental condi- tions. BEKA Schréder locally develops and manufac- tures sustainable LED lighting products, designed and suitable for local conditions. The company is proud to be associated with Two Rivers Platinum and Braigan Energy, a division of Braigan Group, in providing a solar LED lighting solution for this project. Benefits of LEDs and integrated LEDs W hen it comes to illuminating a space, be it residential or commercial, LEDs are the way to go, especially if energy efficiency is your top priority. They use about 50% less energy than regular incandescent bulbs and have a lifespan of around 20 years, so they don’t need to be replaced as often. Another little-known benefit of LED bulbs is that they don’t negatively impact your health. They don’t flicker or hum, causing eye strain and head- aches, and they don’t emit mercury vapour, a toxic chemical detrimental to people and the environment. What are integrated LEDs? Any light fixture described as having an ‘integrated LED’ simply means that the LED light source has been built into the fixture itself, as part of the design. This all-in-one fitting is appealing to many buyers because it saves time and money in the long run. They have a longer lifespan than screw-in LEDs and offer a higher lumen count, lower wattage, and bet- ter colour rendering index. Integrated LEDs handle heat dissipation well because they’re fitted with an advanced heat sink that directs excess heat away from the light. They also allow for more control of light output and appearance and can be simple to control in terms of dimming. Eurolux is a household name across South Africa and the African continent as a whole – a brand associated with quality lighting at affordable pricing. Eurolux acts as the exclusive distributor for several outstanding manufacturers from Europe and the Far East, whilst not neglecting local talent. Enquiries: +27 (0)11 238 0056

With this new lighting installa- tion, the community benefits from security lighting even during loadshedding.

Enquiries: www.eurolux.co.za

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