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NECA 2020 Live: October 6-8

GKOLED — Wed, 23 Sep 2020 12:30:02 +0000

October is just around the corner, which means it’s almost time for NECA 2020. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the tradeshow has been made 100% virtual, and unfortunately, GKOLED will not be able to participate this year. However, we are excited for NECA 2021 and hope to be able to meet you in Nashville!

We always look forward to bringing our LED lighting products to tradeshows and getting feedback from professionals in the electric and lighting industries. Here are just a few of the great lights that we were planning on exhibiting this year:

SERIES GKOHB06 CIRCULAR HIGH BAY

Our newest Circular High Bay blends premium quality and affordable price in a modern package. Build your ideal lighting solution with an optional motion sensor and emergency battery backup. Due to the popularity of this product, extended wattages of up to 215W will be arriving soon.

SERIES GKOHB05 CIRCULAR HIGH BAY

With a light output of up to 55,500 lumens, a high efficacy of up to 165 lm/W, and an operating temperature of up to 149° F, our most powerful Circular High Bay is the perfect LED lighting solution for demanding industrial environments.

SERIES GKOFD08 Traditional Flood Light

This versatile shoebox-style Flood Light is now available in new wattages (up to 350W) as well as a NEMA distribution of 4H*4V (135W and up), giving you even more uplighting options.

SERIES GKORL01 Roadway Light

Our Roadway Light includes contractor-friendly features to streamline the installation process, such as an easy-to-install twist lock photocell and a convenient hinged access door.

Even though you can’t visit us at NECA, you can still see our products in person before placing an order. Contact our sales team at 516-670-6888 or at will@jeelighting.com and ask about our risk-free 30 day trial.

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Which IESNA Light Distribution Is Right For Your Project?

GKOLED — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 12:00:22 +0000

To ensure the success of a commercial LED lighting project, the lighting professional needs to be able to choose reliable, high-quality LED fixtures that are within the project’s budget range. However, it is equally important that the selected fixtures can effectively deliver consistent light coverage, providing safety and visibility. The light distribution pattern varies between different types of fixtures, so all lights are not equally suitable for every application – for example, a LED area light that distributes light evenly on all sides will not work for a project requiring strict control of light spillover. For the best results, it is important to choose fixtures with the light distribution that is the most efficient for the required application.

The Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA) defines 5 distinct types of light distribution, providing a consistent standard for evaluating the light distribution patterns of different fixtures even across different manufacturers. Many commercial outdoor fixtures, such as roadway lights, area lights, and flood lights, are available in a range of light distribution types in order to accommodate a variety of lighting requirements, and larger commercial lighting projects will often require a mix of lighting distributions to ensure optimal lighting control and coverage.

Type I

A fixture with a Type I light distribution emits a very wide, symmetrical linear light pattern, with a large amount of light on both sides of the fixture. The width of a Type I light distribution pattern will be equal to the mounting height of the fixture. Type I fixtures are intended to be placed in the center of a pathway, and are ideal for lighting sidewalks and walkways. No GKOLED fixtures currently use a Type I distribution pattern.

Type II

A fixture with a Type II light distribution emits a wide oval light pattern, and is able to light up an area that is up to 1.5 times wider than its mounting height. Type II fixtures are intended for installation on a ramp or at the edge of a wide path or street. Our series GKORL01 LED Roadway Lights are available in a Type II distribution by special request.

Type III

Also commonly called Bat Wing distribution. A fixture with a Type III light distribution emits an oval light pattern with more forward throw but less width than Type II. The width of a type III distribution pattern is approximately 2.75 times wider than the fixture’s mounting height. This light distribution is often used for roads and exterior parking lot lighting. This is the default light distribution for our Tier 1 and Tier 2 LED Area Light fixtures and our series GKORL01 LED Roadway Light fixtures, and is also available by special request for our Tier 1 and Tier 2 LED Flood Lights.

Type IV

Fixtures with a Type IV light distribution are also commonly known as Forward Throw or Asymmetric fixtures. A fixture with a Type IV light distribution emits an oval light pattern with more forward throw but less width than Type III. Because of its minimal backlight, this light distribution is ideal for applications where it is important to control light spillover, such as building exteriors and parking area perimeters. This light distribution is available by special request for our Tier 1 and Tier 2 LED Area Lights, Tier 1 and Tier 2 LED Flood Lights, and series GKORL01 LED Roadway Lights.

Type V

A fixture with a Type V light distribution emits light equally and evenly on all sides, in a symmetrical square or circular pattern. GKOLED Type V fixtures are designed to emit a square light pattern, as it delivers more efficient light coverage. Type V fixtures are intended to be installed in the center of an area to be lit, and are commonly used for large commercial parking areas. This is the default light distribution for our Tier 1 and Tier 2 LED Flood Lights, and is also available by special request for our Tier 1 and Tier 2 LED Area Light fixtures.

To ensure effective, consistent illumination for an area being lit, it is important to carefully plan out every commercial LED lighting project in advance with a lighting layout. If you are unable to create one yourself, our engineers can make one for you, as well as recommend the optimal fixtures to use in your project. Contact us at 516-670-6888 or at will@jeelighting.com for more information.

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Why Photocells are important for your Commercial LED Lighting project

GKOLED — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 10:30:33 +0000

GKOLED’s Roadway Lights, Area Lights, Flood Lights, Wall Packs and Dusk to Dawn Lights can help provide additional security and require reliable dusk to dawn operation. These Commercial LED Lights need to reliably turn on when it gets dark, to ensure safety, and turn off when it gets light, to conserve energy. While it is possible to accomplish this by setting light fixtures on a timer, this solution does not account for the natural changes in daylight that occur in inclement weather. Additionally, as we will experience on November 3rd, a timer will not automatically adjust itself for Daylight Saving Time. A much more effective solution is to install a photocell, which will read the amount of ambient light and turn the fixture on or off accordingly.

To provide the dusk to dawn functionality required by many energy reduction and security lighting LED projects, GKOLED offers photocells for the majority of our Commercial Outdoor LED Lighting fixtures, some as an optional add-on and others included by default. To make this convenient for you we can pre-install the photocells at our Chicago facility by request. However, you may choose to install them yourself as our photocells are set to automatically turn a fixture on at 10-20 Lux and off at 60-80 Lux and do not require complicated programming or setup.

We carry two types of photocells for use with GKOLED’s Commercial LED Lights. Twist Lock Photocells are available in 120-277V, 348V, and 480V, accommodating different electrical requirements, and are attached to the exterior of a fixture for simple service and maintenance. Button Photocells are available in a standard voltage of 120-277V, and are installed inside the fixture with only the sensor exposed, resulting in a low profile. As always, for a Risk-Free Trial of any of our Commercial and Residential LED Lighting fixtures, contact us at 516-670-6888 so we can help you determine what LED light would be the best solution for you.

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