Lighting in Design August-September 2015

Energy efficient lighting for attorney offices

Magnet recently completed the design and installation of an energy efficient lighting solution at the new offices of Woodhead Bigby Attorneys in Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal. The design objective of the lighting system required the selection of low energy fittings that would enhance the aes- thetics of a professional office environment and ensure the right amount of light when and where it was needed. Magnet has extensive ex- perience in identifying energy saving opportunities and imple- menting appropriate eco-friendly solutions to reduce wasted electricity. To ensure low power consumption and maximum comfort for the occupants of the revamped building, over 100 low energy internal light fittings and lamps along with occupancy sen- sors, which save hours of wasted lighting each day, were installed throughout the building. Philips 30W and 60WSmart- Bright troffers were used in the office spaces and 10W and 17W SmartBright downlights were installed in other areas to achieve the required lux levels and colour temperature. The reduced lighting con- sumption lowers operating costs, and helps to decrease Green House Gas (GHG) emis- sions. Additional savings include reduced lamp replacement and maintenance requirements and lower power demand during peak hours. Scott Bigby ofWoodhead Big- by Attorneys says that the com- pany is “thrilled with the lighting solution provided by Magnet”. He also makes the point that because“…power consumption on lighting is extremely low it is therefore also generator-friendly during outages”. Magnet: +27 31 274 1998

Low energy fittings enhance the aesthetics of this professional office environment and ensure there is exactly the right amount of light when and where it is needed.

Magnet recently completed the design and installation of an energy efficient lighting solution at the new offices ofWoodhead BigbyAttorneys in Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal.

LiD 08-09/15

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