Xcel Energy Lighting Rebate Efficiency Partner Award

Premier Lighting was recently recognized by Xcel Energy as an area leader in helping customers achieve outstanding energy savings. One of our goals has always been to not only provide the best lighting solution for our customers but to also work hand-in-hand with energy companies like Xcel to reduce energy usage through lighting. Official press release from … Read more

Replacing Shatterproof Fluorescent Tubes with LED T8 Tubes

broken fluorescent T8 tubes

There are already numerous reasons to get rid of your old T8 and T12 fluorescent tubes and replace them with LED. From energy and maintenance savings to better light quality, longer life span and more controls. But one factor that makes the decision absolutely vital in some industries is the fact that many of the LED T8 … Read more

HyLite LED Omni Cob Bulbs to replace HID

14W LED Omni Cob light from HyLite

HyLite’s Omni-Cob LED Bulbs are an energy-efficient alternative for replacing standard Incandescent, HPS, MH, MV, and CFL bulbs in both new and retrofit fixtures. Hylite Omni-Cobs not only provide huge energy savings but also feature a 360° illumination spread for maximized visibility. At 10 hours of use a day, these LED Omni-Cobs can last up … Read more

Premier Lighting Case Study: Custom Church LED Lighting

Customer Profile: For over 150 years, St. Michael Catholic Church has been serving the St. Michael, MN area with an orthodox faith centered on prayer, service and Sacramental life. Goal: St. Michael Catholic Church was looking for a new LED lighting solution that would result in energy and maintenance savings while maintaining or bettering their sanctuary’s … Read more

High Ceiling Church LED Lighting Solution

LED for high ceiling application

Anyone familiar with sanctuary lighting at a church is aware of the variables that can make it a tough application. Accessing the lighting high above is not only difficult but a tenuous situation for maintenance personnel. Gigantic lifts need to be hauled in and many times even the pews need to be moved. This takes time … Read more

LED Replacements for T8 & T12 Fixtures Have Arrived!

led tube replacements for fluorescent

For several years there has been a lot of discussion and LED products introduced into the market that were designed to replace T8 and T12 fluorescent. Until recently however, the available options weren’t practical. Now there are a number of feasible LED options to replace your T8 and T12 fluorescent tubes. LED Tubes There are … Read more

Maxlite FlatMAXâ„¢ Edge Lit LED Panel Fixtures

Maxlite Edge Lit LED Flat Panel Fixture

FlatMAX™ Edge Lit LED Panels from Maxlite are generally used to replace 2×2 and 2×4 fluorescent fixtures. Their flat design allows them to be laid in drop ceilings in offices, schools, healthcare and other commercial applications. FlatMAX fixtures are fully dimmable and are compatible with motion sensors, timers, daylight harvesting systems and other control methods. The light they … Read more

Premier Lighting Case Study: Retrofitting Church Lighting to LED

PAR38 LED lamps installed at a church

Customer Profile: Salem Covenant Church of New Brighton, Minnesota is part of the Evangelical Covenant Church, a denomination that gathers believers who celebrate a mutual experience of new life in Christ. Goal: Salem Covenant Church hoped to be able to improve their lighting while saving on energy costs. They also wanted to save on maintenance costs … Read more

Premier Lighting Case Study: LED Office Fixture Retrofit

LED Retrofit Troffer Fixture from P-2

Customer Profile: Located in St. Paul Minnesota, the Industrial Waste & Pollution Prevention (IWPP) section of the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services Division monitors and regulates industrial discharges to the sewer system to ensure compliance with local and federal regulations. The IWPP Section also responds to community sewer issues like spills. These functions protect MCES and community collection/treatment facilities, … Read more

TCP DirecT8 LED Tubes – Instant Start Ballast Compatible

Plug and play LED T8 Tubes from TCP

TCP has released a new line of T8 LED tubes that are direct replacements for 32 Watt fluorescent lamps that use Instant Start Ballasts. No rewiring of fixture necessary – simply replace the fluorescent lamp with your new LED lamp. Perfect for offices, schools, hospitals, retail stores, and other applications with fixtures that have 4′ … Read more