LED lighting control systems for schools and colleges
If you are thinking of upgrading your lighting to LED or simply adding automatic control to your school, college or university during the summer break then consider the products from Elkay – energy saving switches and controls. Six year warranties born out of market leading reliability and the ability to switch LED loads without the need for derating make Elkay the first choice for Led lighting control.
Elkay’s range of PIR (Passive Infrared) and Microwave Motion sensors offer several advantages for schools and colleges converting their lighting to LED. These sensors provide efficient and intelligent control over lighting systems, resulting in significant cost savings and enhanced functionality. Here are some reasons why Elkay’s motion sensors are the perfect choice.
Elkay Motion Sensors: five main reasons to choose them
- Energy Efficiency: PIR and Microwave Motion sensors detect occupancy and movement within a space. When integrated with LED lighting systems, they automatically turn lights on or off based on occupancy, ensuring that lights are only illuminated when needed. This eliminates energy wastage by preventing lights from being left on in unoccupied areas.
- Cost Savings: By utilizing motion sensors to control LED lighting, schools and colleges can achieve substantial cost savings on their energy bills. The sensors enable lights to operate at full brightness only when necessary, reducing overall energy consumption and related expenses.
- Extended LED Lifespan: LED lights have a longer lifespan compared to traditional lighting technologies. However, constant operation can still impact their longevity. With motion sensors, the lights are only activated when required, resulting in reduced operating hours. This extends the lifespan of the LEDs, reducing maintenance and replacement costs.
- Customizable Settings: Elkay’s motion sensors often provide adjustable settings such as sensitivity, time delay, and detection range. This flexibility allows schools and colleges to fine-tune the sensor’s behaviour according to their specific needs and preferences. Customizable settings ensure that lights are responsive to actual occupancy patterns and avoid unnecessary activations.
- Occupant Comfort and Safety: Motion sensors contribute to occupant comfort by ensuring that lighting is available when needed, eliminating the need to search for light switches in dark areas. Additionally, well-lit spaces contribute to enhanced safety and security within schools and colleges.
Why separate control is always better than controls built into a luminaire
Now, let’s discuss why separate control is always better than controls built into a luminaire:
- Flexibility: Separating the control system from the luminaire provides more flexibility in terms of system design and upgrades. With separate controls, schools and colleges can choose the most suitable sensor technology, control strategy, and adjust settings as per their specific requirements. Upgrading or replacing individual components is easier and cost-effective compared to modifying an entire luminaire.
- Compatibility: Independent control systems allow for greater compatibility with various lighting fixtures and technologies. Schools and colleges might have a diverse range of luminaires, including different manufacturers or types. Separate controls offer the flexibility to integrate with existing or future lighting systems, regardless of the luminaire type.
- Scalability: Separate controls enable scalability, allowing schools and colleges to expand or modify their lighting systems without major disruptions or excessive costs. They can add or replace luminaires without affecting the control system, simplifying future expansions or retrofitting projects.
- Maintenance and Troubleshooting: If an issue arises with the control system or a luminaire, separate controls make it easier to pinpoint and rectify the problem. Troubleshooting and maintenance become more efficient as the components are segregated, saving time and effort.
- Standardization: Separate controls promote standardization in lighting systems. With a centralized control system, schools and colleges can establish consistent control strategies, settings, and schedules across various spaces, ensuring uniformity in energy management and lighting quality.
Elkay Motion Sensors: summary
Overall, Elkay’s range of PIR and Microwave Motion sensors provide significant cost savings, energy efficiency, and enhanced functionality for schools and colleges converting to LED lighting. Separating controls from luminaires offers additional benefits such as flexibility, compatibility, scalability, ease of maintenance, and standardization, making it THE choice for lighting control implementation.
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Paul Onyett
General Manager – Elkay & Elmex |
Danny GladdishSpecification and Distribution Manager |
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Karl Grant
Specification and Distribution Manager |
Richard BarnesSpecification and Distribution Manager |
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Francesca Graham
Orders |
Steve Anderson
Technical Manager |
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