The Darker Days of Winter Don’t Have to Mean Darker Spirits for You

Treat Symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder with BlueMax™ Light Therapy Lamps

JACKSON, MICHIGAN – January 30^th, 2012 –  Seasonal Affective Disorder, also referred to as “SAD” or “the winter blues,” is a cyclic, seasonal type of depression that affects millions of Americans each year. There are two types of SAD, but the most common type is called winter-onset depression and symptoms typically begin to set-in during late fall or early winter and go away by summer. Loss of motivation, a desire to oversleep, feeling fatigued, the inability to tolerate stress, a desire to avoid social contact, and change in eating habits are symptoms of SAD and can result in depression and weight gain.

Although the precise causes of SAD are not fully understood, researchers have seen strong evidence that the reduced amount of daylight in the fall and winter disrupt our internal clocks, triggering mood swings and, occasionally, depression. What many sufferers of SAD may not be aware of is that it is treatable with the regular use of indoor lighting that mimics natural sunshine. BlueMax™ brand light therapy lamps from Full Spectrum Lighting Solutions, Inc. are particularly effective because they are scientifically proven to provide the recommended intensity of light that most closely replicates natural daylight.

For SAD sufferers, the changing of the seasons is often correlated with feelings of anxiety and depression. However, taking precautionary measures in advance can lessen these feelings. Studies show that light therapy is a solution to treating depression caused by the absence of sunlight.  The medical industry recommends sitting in front of a 10,000 Lux (the recommended measurement of light intensity) light source for approximately 30 minutes a day. Light therapy products, such as BlueMax^™ 70w light therapy desk and floor lamps have been proven effective in treating symptoms of SAD.

In addition to providing light therapy, BlueMax™ high-definition full spectrum lamps have the highest CRI on the market (96 with 100 being natural daylight) and a Kelvin temperature of 5900. The enhanced scotopic qualities increase visual acuity and its patented dimming system enables users to control the light levels throughout the day. So after your light therapy session, you can dim the light and continue using your patented BlueMax^™ lamp as your primary reading or task light.
Full Spectrum Solutions, Inc. stands behind its BlueMax™ 70w desk and floor lamps by offering a lifetime warranty on parts and labor – making it a risk-free investment for people who suffer from SAD. Bring the light back in your life with BlueMax™.

Full Spectrum Solutions, Inc. supports lighting research through its affiliate memberships and partnerships with medical and scientific researchers. For more information, call 888-574-7014, visit www.fullspectrumsolutions.com, or email sales@fullspectrumsolutions.com. For press inquiries, contact Kyle Leighton at kyle@fullspectrumsolutions.com. If you would like to support Full Spectrum Solutions, Inc. please follow them on Twitter, or visit them on Facebook.

Tulsa Expo Square Provides Enhanced Lighting for the 26th Annual Chili Bowl

Induction Lighting Makes a Big Impact on National Racing Event in Oklahoma

JACKSON, MI – January 24, 2012 – The Tulsa Expo Square is one of the largest clearspan buildings in the world, and plays host to the widely acclaimed Chili Bowl Midget Nationals. Every January the event boasts over 15,000 spectators and attracts NASCAR and USAC drivers from around the country. In preparation for this year’s event, the Square went through a major renovation, and featured enhanced lighting.
Due to the demands of an indoor race track, the imminent scheduling of the event, and the American Electric Power-Public Service Company (AEP) rebate requirements, the criteria for indoor lighting was very stringent. Facility managers at the Expo Square were concerned about light levels, dimming capabilities, installation deadlines, reliability, and procuring a fixture that would meet the energy reduction and US Made requirements of the AEP rebates.
“When we began our test period in March of 2011, I was surprised to see how the quality of the fixtures varied between manufactures. Our process included a long research period, followed by a long test period and finally the installation. In the first week, half of the other manufacturer’s products failed,” said Wayne Driggers, Grounds Supervisor at Tulsa Expo Square. “We did not go forward with any LEDs after we tested a few single fixtures. The LEDs did not make it out of our preliminary testing for a number of reasons. The five EverLast® fixtures we were testing are still there with absolutely no problems or complaints,” Driggers commented. “Everyone was impressed by the attention to detail that EverLast® put into the product. Right out of the box, EverLast® stood out. The packaging was even better.”
As a result, the Tulsa Expo Square moved forward with installing five hundred and thirty-nine 400 watt, variable dimming EverLast® high bay fixtures in the winter of 2011. The fixtures replaced 1000w Metal Halides throughout the Square delivering a savings of approximately 1.5 million kilowatt hours, and over $100,000 a year.
In addition, Tulsa Expo Square officials received a refund of nearly $150,000 for the installation. The check refund was part of AEP of Oklahoma’s energy-efficiency payback program. “I am proud to support a true American manufacturer. We are looking forward to a long relationship with EverLast® as we move forward with our energy conservation efforts. It would be my pleasure to recommend the EverLast® products to anyone,” stated Driggers.
About EverLast® Lighting: EverLast® Lighting is a subsidiary of Full Spectrum Solutions, Inc. and has quickly grown into the leading manufacturer of energy-efficient lighting solutions for roadway, parking structure, facility and area lighting applications. For additional product information, visit www.everlastlight.com, call 888-383-7578 or send an email to info@everlastlight.com.

For additional product information, visit www.everlastlight.com, call 888-383-7578, or email info@everlastlight.com. For press inquiries, contact Kyle Leighton at 517-783-3800 ext.231 or email at kyle@everlastlight.com.
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U of M Wins with Lighting at New Crisler Player Development Center

Energy Efficient Lighting Installed at State of the Art PDC will Reduce Costs and Improve

Player Performance

JACKSON, MI – January 10, 2012 – The University of Michigan's nationally ranked men’s basketball team is shooting for a Big Ten title and a long NCAA Tournament run this season. While the Wolverines continue to rack up victories in games, EverLast® Lighting could get credited with an assist for helping them on the practice court.

Fifty-six Induction High Bay fixtures manufactured by EverLast® Lighting were installed during construction of the university's state-of-the-art Player Development Center, which is attached to Crisler Arena, where Michigan plays its home games. The Player Development Center, which opened in October, is 57,000 square feet and was built at a cost of more than $23 million.

“The fixtures from EverLast® were a great fit for this project,” said Andy Meteer of Gasser-Bush Associates, a lighting company located in Livonia that sold the fixtures to U-M. “Induction lights like those produced by EverLast® are 'instant-on.' A coach can flip a switch and start practice instead of waiting several minutes for them to warm up and fully illuminate. The EverLast® lights also are low-maintenance and provide a higher CRI.”

The color rendering index, or CRI, measures how something appears under a certain type of lighting. Lights with a higher CRI give their users increased visual acuity, which means objects are sharper and more defined. EverLast® fixtures provide a higher CRI than other lighting options, which benefits members of the University of Michigan men's and women's basketball teams during practice at the facility.

Damon Grosz, facilities manager at Crisler Arena, said the induction fixtures have performed well since the facility opened and made a note of how the lights turn on instantly. “That is a nice feature,” he said.

Meteer said the fact that EverLast® Lighting manufactures its products in Michigan is helpful when it comes to meeting deadlines. EverLast® Lighting, a subsidiary of Full Spectrum Solutions, is located in Jackson, less than an hour's drive from the University of Michigan. “Our engineers appreciate the Michigan-based companies,” Meteer said, “and it does help in some cases to get the material specified.”

The reviews of the facility were positive right from the start. Michigan head coach John Beilein voiced his approval via Twitter right after he and his staff moved to the facility in late October. “We just moved into the new Player Development Center,” Beilein wrote. “Wow! Thanks to all who have helped make this dream a reality.”

Assistant coach Bacari Alexander said the facility will help the Wolverines bring in quality players to help strengthen the program. “I can only imagine what recruits will say once we tour our improved facilities here at Michigan,” Alexander said via Twitter. “We love autographs (during the signing periods) in November and April.”

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About EverLast® Lighting

EverLast® Lighting is a subsidiary of Full Spectrum Solutions, Inc. and has quickly grown into the leading manufacturer of energy-efficient lighting solutions for roadway, parking structure, facility and area lighting applications. For additional product information, visit www.everlastlight.com, call 888-383-7578 or send an email to info@everlastlight.com.

For additional product information, visit www.everlastlight.com, call 888-383-7578, or email info@everlastlight.com.  For press inquiries, contact Kyle Leighton at 517-783-3800 ext.231 or email kyle@everlastlight.com

If you would like to support EverLast®, please follow EverLast® on Twitter or visit them on Facebook.