Lighting is an element that can improve the productivity of an industry and is hence of utmost importance. Electrical consultants design to ensure proper lighting. Improper lighting makes the workers tire easily. Additionally, it is unsafe to work on an unlit shop floor.
Is good lighting essential in industries?
Good lighting is an essential element, especially in the factory interiors. Some of the benefits are:
- Fatigue is less when the lighting is good
- Production efficiency goes up
- Reduced production wastage and rejects.
- Task lighting is essential in certain critical processes
- Good lighting helps in energy efficiency.
- Improves visibility
- Increased safety
The lighting design should be according to the functionality of that area. General lighting is for common areas, whereas precision activity needs task lighting.
Factors for consideration
The lighting must be optimal and effective. Some factors that are important for electrical design consultants are:
- The lighting must be specific to the area's functionality
- The lighting must be flexible to adapt to the work environment.
- Optimal lighting
- Effective lighting
- Task lighting
How do electrical consultants design industrial lighting?
Electrical consultants are a part of the design charette and the User requirement specification for the project. In this way, they understand and actively participate. Moreover, these brainstorming sessions help the electrical consultants to design optimal lighting for the project based on the space allocation in the facility.
Codes and standards guide the consultants regarding the lighting levels. The fixture height, illumination, and distribution are factors that consultants consider before designing. Room colours, high bay, building spans and the placement of daylight and wall-light panels are also factors while designing.
Certification for green products is essential in case the project is being certified. Hence the lighting also be green-certified.
Other considerations are life cycle cost, warranty, and maintenance.
Conclusion
To conclude, industrial lighting is not merely putting up fixtures randomly, but in a planned way, ensuring proper lighting.
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