Sparks Electrical News September 2024

LIGHTING

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Embracing the future of vintage lighting: LED Filaments take centre stage A s the allure of Carbon Filament light bulbs continues to captivate the world of decorative lighting, a new contender bulbs comes in a variety of shapes and filament designs, ensuring that there’s a perfect match for every style. From the classic pear and tubular shapes to intricate tapered candles in warm and cool whites and beautiful ambers, these bulbs are designed to be as visually stunning as they are functional.

has emerged, promising to take this vintage aesthetic to the next level. Enter LED Filament bulbs—an innovative fusion of classic design and modern technology that is quickly becoming the must-have choice for those who seek both style and efficiency in their lighting solutions. The recent new South African legislation governing the distribution of lightbulbs spells the end for Carbon Filaments, which don’t meet the minimum efficiency of 90lumens per watt. However LED Filaments are set to replace Carbon Filaments, offering the same warm, ambient glow that has made vintage lighting so popular, but with significantly enhanced performance and energy efficiency. For those who appreciate the nostalgic charm of exposed filaments but are looking for a more sustainable eco-conscious option, LED Filaments are the perfect solution. One of the standout features of LED Filament bulbs is their impressive lumen-per-watt efficiency. Unlike traditional Carbon Filaments, which are known for their low light output, LED Filaments provide a much higher level of brightness while using significantly less energy. This means you can enjoy the soft, warm light that defines vintage aesthetics without compromising on energy efficiency. In addition to their economic benefits, LED Filament bulbs also boast a longer lifespan. While Carbon Filaments typically offer around 3,000 hours of light, LED Filaments can last up to 15,000 hours or more, reducing the need for frequent replacements and further contributing to their cost-effectiveness. Eurolux Lighting’s range of LED Filament stretches over 160km, connecting Pretoria to Mpumalanga and Limpopo provinces. The road was dubbed “Moloto Road” as it passes through Moloto, located at the Gauteng Mpumalanga border. The notorious Moloto Road is one of the country’s most dangerous roads, prompting this highly necessary upgrade. The project included widening the road into two lanes, the erection of concrete barriers separating the opposing lanes to prevent overtaking and conversion of intersections into roundabouts to ease traffic flow. Cattle creeps have been constructed, ensuring a safe passage for livestock, removing them from the actual road. The issue of poor visibility attributed to the high number of pedestrians hit on the road has been addressed with the erection of highmast lighting and streetlighting. BEKA Schréder, Africa’s leading manufacturer of luminaires, has supplied the lighting solution for Moloto Road from Slovo to Siyabuswa. The luminaires have been designed and manufactured in South Africa, taking the continent’s harsh environmental conditions into account. Highmast lighting solution BEKA Schréder’s high-performance LED floodlights have been installed on highmasts, illuminating traffic circles. Refer here to our floodlight range. BEKA Schréder’s floodlight range has been designed to provide an

These bulbs are more than just light sources— they’re design elements in their own right. With LED Filaments, you can achieve the same vintage look and feel but with the added benefits of modern lighting technology. It’s the best of both worlds. Added to which, dimmable options allow you to adjust the light output to create the perfect ambiance for any setting. Whether you’re looking to enhance the cozy atmosphere of a restaurant, add a touch of elegance to a hotel lobby, or simply create a warm and inviting space in your home, LED Filaments offer unparalleled versatility. As we move towards a more sustainable future, the shift from Carbon Filament to LED Filament bulbs represents a significant step forward in lighting technology. Not only do these bulbs preserve the vintage aesthetic that so many designers and homeowners love, but they also align with modern energy-saving practices. In conclusion, LED Filament bulbs are not just a replacement for Carbon Filaments—they’re an upgrade. By combining the timeless beauty of vintage lighting with the efficiency and longevity of LEDs, they offer a lighting solution that meets the demands of today’s discerning consumers. So why not make the switch and experience the latest in vintage lighting for yourself? With LED Filament bulbs, you can enjoy the best of both worlds: ambiance and economy.

LED Filament bulbs are not just a replacement for Carbon Filaments— they're an upgrade.

LED Filament bulbs boast a longer lifespan.

LED Filament bulbs are compatible with dimmers, allowing you to adjust the light output to create the perfect ambiance for any setting.

Enquiries: www.eurolux.co.za

LED streetlighting solution for newly upgraded Moloto Road T he Moloto Road Rehabilitation Project is the upgrade of the R573, a regional route in South Africa which

unrivalled combination of performance and flexibility for lighting areas where high lumen packages are needed while offering maximum savings in energy and maintenance costs with a short payback time. The luminaires provide the light distribution and lumen package needed to meet the specifications of the area to be lit. Optimal lighting is guaranteed to ensure safety and comfort. It offers a real alternative to luminaires equipped with traditional sources, with the added advantages of an LED solution: low energy consumption, improved visibility with white light, limited maintenance, and longer life. Streetlighting solution BEKA Schréder’s LEDLUME-MIDI streetlight luminaires have been installed along the road, providing safety to pedestrians and road users at night. The LEDLUME has been designed and manufactured in South Africa, taking the continent’s harsh environmental conditions into account. The LEDLUME range offers optimised photometrical performance with a minimum total cost of ownership. It provides customers with the ideal tool to generate energy savings, improve lighting levels and reduce maintenance costs. The great variety of high-performance optics optimises the photometric distribution for each specific application to achieve minimum energy consumption. The LEDLUME range offers flexible combinations of LED modules, a choice of currents and dimming options to further

BEKA Schréder’s LEDLUME MIDI streetlight luminaires have been installed along the road, providing safety to pedestrians and road users at night.

BEKA Schréder’s high performance LED floodlights have been installed on highmasts, illuminating traffic circles.

maximise energy savings and provide the most cost-effective solution.

energy-efficient LED lighting products in South Africa, designed and suitable for local conditions.

Locally manufactured BEKA Schréder develops and manufactures

Enquiries: northern@beka-schreder.co.za

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