EverLast® Lighting: February 2012

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

EverLast® Lighting Improves Functionality of HD Security Cameras on UTI Campus to Increase Site Safety

JACKSON, MICHIGAN – February 29, 2012 – The Universal Technical Institute, Inc. offers specialized technical education programs under the banner of several well-known brands, including Universal Technical Institute (UTI), Motorcycle Mechanics Institute and Marine Mechanics Institute (MMI) and NASCAR Technical Institute (NTI)[1]. The Universal Technical Institute of Exton, Pennsylvania installed induction lighting in an effort to enhance their safety and security measures, and decrease their energy costs.

“The solution has demonstrated tremendous success particularly, in dealing with site safety and security. It was noted by the manager of site security that their HD cameras are able to pick up details which they never we able to see before,” said Ryan Miller, Representative for Atlantech, Inc. “Additionally, by installing all 115 of the Shoe Box fixtures UTI anticipates a savings at least $15,000 annually while its actual operational history is certain to increase that projection.”

Through a concerted effort the Universal Technical Institute and Atlantech, Inc. decided to move forward with EverLast® and outfit UTI’s entire parking lot within its corporate business park with the Shoe Box fixtures. The EverLast® U.S. Made 100 watt Shoe Box fixtures replaced one hundred fifteen of the 200 watt High Pressure Sodium fixtures previously installed.

“This install was particularly unique as there were a host of challenges. Limitations included light pole heights, light pole separations, and electrical circuit power anomalies. In addition, there were tight illumination requirements and review by Local Township,” commented Miller. “The EverLast® U.S. Made Shoe Box was one of the only fixtures that fit these sorts of demanding requirements, making it the preferred solution of choice.”

The EverLast® U.S. Made Shoe Box fixtures are becoming increasingly more popular in public areas for their energy-efficient and maintenance-free features, which translate to instant cost-savings. The fixtures incorporate step-dimming and on/off sensor controls for increased pedestrian safety with unmatched energy savings. A ballast option dims the fixture to 50 percent power on vacancy with automatic on to high level upon occupancy for significant savings and enhanced security.

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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 press inquiries, contact Kyle Leighton at 517-783-3800 ext.231 or email at kyle@everlastlight.com.

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[1]http://www.uti.edu/about-us

Friday, February 3, 2012

Detroit’s COBO Center Hosted The 2012 North American International Auto Show Under New Induction Lighting

JACKSON, MICHIGAN – February 2nd, 2012 – After a spectacular nine day run, the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) 2012 is in the books[i]. Overshadowed by 7 year record numbers and a restored overall feeling towards the industry, participants may not have had time to notice the major facade and infrastructure changes that have taken place at Detroit's, COBO Center. Major renovations to HVAC and emergency systems were only part of what is considered a major 3 year overhaul to the landmark public building. However, there was one change clearly visible to all attendees and that was the installation of new and innovative facility lighting. With the help of federal SmartBuilding funds managed by the Economic Development Corporation, approximately 3,000 inefficient 400w metal halide lights were replaced with energy saving 250w EverLast® variable-dimming induction high bay light fixtures manufactured by Jackson-based Full Spectrum Solutions, Inc.

“We were ready to spend the money needed to achieve the quality of light we were looking for,” stated Al Vasquez, Director of Engineering Services at COBO Center. “We were impressed with the quality of light and overall performance of the EverLast® fixtures. We also sampled a number of LED fixtures from various manufacturers and found the light to be too glary. Stacked up against competing fixtures, EverLast® lights graded better in terms of performance and price.”

The lighting upgrade was funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) and is part of the center’s $21 million energy saving construction program, which will also include roofing and insulation upgrades. The new lights are expected to save the convention center $340,000 annually. Together these projects will save approximately $900,000 a year, or approximately 12.5% of its energy bill and related maintenance.

“We needed lights that would drastically reduce our energy and maintenance costs, but they also needed to work with our existing Johnson Controls system,” stated Vasquez. “By installing variable dimming high bays, our facility engineers are able to achieve the desired footcandles for a given event by programming the lights to show low, show high, and maximum mode depending on the event.”

EverLast® induction light fixtures are 50-70% more energy efficient than metal halides and last up to 100,000 hours, making them virtually maintenance free for up to 15 years. “When you consider the size and ceiling height of the 700,000 square foot building, not having to replace lamps nearly as often is a huge benefit for both economic and safety reasons,” Vasquez said. “EverLast® really rose to the occasion in many ways and everyone is very pleased with both the product and service.”

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For press inquiries, contact Kyle Leighton at 517-783-3800 ext.231 or email at kyle@everlastlight.com.

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

[i] http://www.naias.com/01-22-2012.aspx