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Saving Money with LED Lighting Solutions

Cost-cutting suggestions for industrial facilities BY MICHAEL SCHRATZ, Dialight Corporation Industrial, commercial and institutional building owners are looking at different lighting options to increase energy efficiency and save money. One option that can help building owners achieve these goals...



The Language of Buildings: Exploring Smart BAS Standards and Protocols

Building Automation Systems (BAS) have transformed the way we manage buildings. These systems control and optimize various aspects like HVAC, lighting, security, and access control. However, for these disparate components to communicate and function cohesively, a common language is essential. This...


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FAQ: The Lowdown on LED Lighting

Answering 10 frequently asked questions

BY MICHAEL SCHRATZ, Dialight

Light emitting diode (LED) lighting solutions have gained significant attraction over the past few years as a safer, more efficient and more cost-effective alternative to traditional high-intensity discharge (HID) lighting sources like high pressure sodium, mercury vapor and metal halide, or even fluorescent lighting, in industrial applications.

Particularly in heavy industrial, harsh and volatile environments, like steel manufacturing, oil and gas, mining and chemical processing facilities,...

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