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ponents across all fixture manufacturers. You could
buy replacement lamps and ballasts from any electrical
supply businesses, and even home improvement retailers.
With LED, the lighting modules and drivers (the
two common fail points) are not standardized. In fact,
electrical supply businesses do not stock any LED parts
because the lighting modules are completely custom to
each manufacturer's fixture and the drivers must align
many specifications to the needs of the lighting modules.
Given that about 90% of LED lighting is made in
China with unique components not on US shelves, LED
lighting is effectively not able to be serviced.
other 75% savings! How? Unlike legacy technology,
LED lighting can be dimmed when full output is not
needed and controlled by wireless motion sensors unlocking
many opportunities for savings. For example,
after business hours, lot lighting can be dimmed since
there are not any customers or employees on the lot at
that time. With motion sensors, if someone enters the
lot (desired or undesired), the sensor can restore the
light level to full output, then again dim the lights back
down after motion is not detected for a specified time.
For undesired visitors, many will leave the lot believing
that the change to full brightness means that they are
being watched providing a security enhancement.
Only a Wireless Control System can unleash these benefits.
And because the system is wireless, there is no
costly running of wires all over the property. If you have
already decided to go LED, the additional investment
for Wireless Controls is an easy one. The savings to
cost ratio is absolutely compelling. In fact, the ROI for
the Wireless Controls is better than the lighting!
MAINTAINABILITY
Dealerships that have already upgraded to LED have
learned that, unlike legacy technologies, LED lighting is
generally unable to be maintained. For many, that might
be a head-scratching awakening. Legacy technologies,
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Seek out manufacturers with assembly operations in
the US, not just warehouses in the US. If a " manufacturer "
only has warehousing in the US, that is a sure sign
of an importer, not a manufacturer. When the lighting
is assembled in the US, then the parts needed for maintenance,
both during and after the warranty period, will
be available from the manufacturer in the US. If you do
not ask your lighting professional about the LED lighting's
country of origin and where replacement parts are
stocked, this information is rarely voluntarily provided.
Task your providers with this due diligence before you
buy to avoid years of frustration.
DATA
The thought of getting data from lighting is likely new
to you. LED Lighting upgrades are typically sold based
on the " promise " of savings and ROI. Ever wondered if
you are realizing the savings?
Today's LED lighting can provide valuable data like energy
consumption and energy savings in dollars. This
actionable intelligence provides the verification of your
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