The Real Health Benefit of Proper Lighting

The lighting industry has been talking about the potential health effects of lighting for several years now with no real definable benefit until now.  Due to the recent COVID crisis there will be an everlasting focus on cleanliness throughout every facility you visit going forward.  One of the most germ-infested surfaces in any facility is … Read more

CFL PLL to LED PLL Conversion Guide

Some of the biggest retrofit mistakes we see are with Compact Fluorescent PLL bulbs. CFL PLL bulbs are long plug-in bulbs that utilize an existing ballast for power. Sounds standard considering there are many linear fluorescent as well as CFL PL bulbs that have been retrofitted to LED, but before you jump in and buy … Read more

Replacing plug-in compact fluorescents with LED

CFL PL Lamp base types for retrofitting to LED

Next to linear fluorescents, plug-in compact fluorescents are one of the most common light sources found in commercial buildings. Given their popularity, there has been a huge focus on energy-saving LED alternatives to these plug-in compact fluorescents. Many commercial-grade LED PL lamps are now DLC rated, allowing consumers to get rebates for converting to LED. … Read more

Case Study: Vacant Space Converted to LED for Future Tenant

Goal: The customer in this case study is a local commercial developer who was looking at various ways to upgrade the property as they searched for tenants. Existing fixtures in the facility were old fluorescent tube fixtures with diminished light output. They were hoping to retrofit these fixtures to LED to improve the look of … Read more

Keystone OmniFlex Multi-Directional LED HID Replacement

Keystone OmniFlex is a new multi-directional LED HID replacement lamp that features two adjustable light panels. This allows the lamp the flexibility to produce two separate beam angles to where the light is needed. Typically used in low bay/high bay lighting, wall pack lights and large outdoor signs as they can be used to illuminate … Read more

Phaeton by Xeleum; XiFi Wireless Controlled LED Canopy from Eiko

Eiko’s Phaeton by Xeleum is a high efficiency LED Canopy Fixture that is controlled wirelessly with either a USB dongle or remote control. The Phaeton features hybrid diffuser/lens optics with up-light prisms to create remarkably uniform illumination with low-glare. Xeleum’s Xi-Fi technology is used in these fixtures as well as other Eiko fixtures to provide … Read more

D&L Liquor Store LED Retrofit Tubes & Cooler Lights

Customer Profile: D&L Liquors in Vadnais Heights, MN is a family-operated liquor store right off the freeway with great selection and pricing. Goal: D&L had an older fluorescent setup that was starting to become costly with frequent ballast/bulb maintenance and difficulty finding replacement fluorescents. They enlisted Premier Lighting for a lighting analysis of their facility … Read more

LED to LED and the Importance of Color Temperature

As we head to 2020, we know there are still numerous applications using old traditional lighting such as incandescent, HID or halogen that are just waiting to be retrofitted to LED. These are no-brainers but there is an increasing amount of situations where new LED is being used to replace old generation LED. Generally this … Read more

Case Study: Quartz Halogen Sanctuary Lighting Retrofit to Dimmable LED

Customer Profile: Servant of Christ Lutheran Church in Champlin began in 1976 with a small but faithful group of members. We started as a small, dedicated group but have had continued growth in the community to today with a congregation full of wonderful people following God’s lead. Goal: The sanctuary at Servant of Christ Lutheran … Read more

Keystone XFit LED Vapor Tight Fixtures 2′ 4′ and 8′

The Keystone Xfit Vapor Tight is designed for replacing your fluorescent fixtures in harsh conditions. The durable construction protects the LED from dirt, dust and moisture and features stainless steel lens clips and an impact-resistant polycarbonate lens. IP65 rated for wet locations. Available in 2′, 4′ and 8′ lengths and various lumen packages to ensure … Read more