EverLast® Bi-Level Induction Fixtures Work in
Conjunction with Solar Panels and Daylight Harvesting Controls
Taft Electric Company selects energy-efficient EverLast® induction light
fixtures from Greentech LLC to illuminate its new “green” electrical prefabrication
shop located in Ventura, California. The
electrical contracting company also plans to install solar panels in
conjunction with daylight harvesting controls as part of its commitment to sustainability.
“We wanted what we feel are the most
energy-efficient light fixtures in order to lessen our electricity load and reduce
the amount of solar panels needed to power the lights,” stated David Fabulich,
Preconstruction Manager at Taft Electric Company.
EverLast® high bays, wall packs, and
shoe box fixtures illuminate the shop as well as exterior walkways and parking
lots. “The return on investment is very favorable when you factor in
maintenance, installation, and energy cost savings,” stated Fabulich. “Induction was a logical decision for us because
LEDs (light emitting diodes) are still overpriced and have, typically, half the
lifecycle of the fixtures we chose.”
Adaptive occupancy sensors provide
additional energy and cost savings by dimming the already energy-efficient
induction fixtures to 40% power when an area is vacant. When triggered by
motion, the sensor powers the fixture back up to full illumination.
EverLast®
bi-level induction light fixtures are ideal for applications that are
unoccupied during parts of the day yet minimal lighting is required for safety
purposes. Parking structures, parks, and parking lots are other applications
where adaptive bi-level lighting is beneficial.
“Everything from EverLast’s upfront
sales support to the installation has been seamless,” stated Fabulich. “Their
help in providing photometrics and developing a lighting layout allowed us to
achieve higher lumens per watt using fewer fixtures. We’ve received a lot of
compliments about the quality of light produced by the lower-wattage, instant
restrike fixtures.”
