CFL and Fluorescent Phase-Out Big changes are coming to the lighting world, and Illinois is leading the charge. The state has officially approved a timeline to ban the sale and distribution of most fluorescent bulbs, including compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) and linear fluorescent tubes. While that may sound like a headache for businesses and building managers, it’s actually one of…
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Better Lighting for EV Charging Stations Security cameras don’t need blinding brightness; they need consistency. Sharp contrasts between bright and dark zones cause automatic exposure problems, often obscuring faces and license plates. The goal is even illumination across all charging bays. Using Omni-Cob retrofit lamps in post-tops and bollards offers smooth, 360-degree lighting that beautifully brightens parking and driveway areas.…
Smart Lighting for Safer Senior Living Spaces Lighting is a key yet often overlooked element in senior living communities. Comfort, safety, and dignity are essential every day, and the right lighting does more than brighten spaces; it enhances lives. HyLite LED’s new NexGen PAR Lotus Lamp is changing high-performance lighting for residents and staff by offering superior light quality, energy…
Inside the New Era of LED Lighting The first LED revolution changed everything. When businesses replaced fluorescent and HID lighting, they saved energy, reduced maintenance, and improved visibility overnight. However, that was nearly a decade ago, and early-generation LEDs, which once looked amazing, are now showing their age. Light levels have dropped, colors have drifted, and drivers are wearing out.…
The Most Effective Uses for HyLite’s Multi-Watt LED Omni-Bulb Lighting retrofits are often complicated by the sheer number of lamp types, wattages, and color temperatures required to match existing fixtures. The HyLite LED Omni-Bulb™ solves this problem by combining multi-wattage and multi-CCT technology in a single compact lamp. Each Omni-Bulb can be adjusted between 8, 10, 12, and 15 watts,…
Better Color, Better Visibility, Better Results Wattage used to be the go-to metric for judging a light bulb’s performance. But in the world of modern LED retrofits, watts only tell you how much power is being used, not how much useful, high-quality light you’re receiving. For facility managers looking to improve visibility, energy efficiency, and occupant satisfaction, three technical specs…