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[ { "title": "PRODUCT NEWS | Philips Solar SunStay Street Light", "nid": "424", "body": "\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/solutions-solar/index.html\u0022\u003ESolar\u003C/a\u003E street lighting is becoming more attractive of an investment than conventional street lighting. Why?\u003Cbr /\u003E\nDraw your own conclusion by considering these main benefits of solar street lights\u2026\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/download/magnet-lighting-catalogue.pdf\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Philips solar sunstay\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022677b03d7-ca20-4c1e-83a4-aa99aa090895\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Infanta_Elena_Park_Seville_Spain_Solar_Street_Lighting_3.jpg\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EAdvantages of Solar Street Lighting\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EBrings light to areas without access to electric grid\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESaves energy\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPreserves landscape as no trenching for cabling required\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EEnvironment friendly\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESturdy construction for long life\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ESo, from the above we\u2019ve seen that solar lights save you money and provide security and visibility, even during power outages. Another major benefit is that no trenching or cabling is required, making for a much simpler installation than conventional street lights.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETurn to Philips Solar SunStay Street Lights\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nThe Philips Solar SunStay street light presents a convenient and cost-effective way to light streets at night, without needing AC grid access. With 24hour autonomy and internal dimming functionality, why not turn to Philips for a reliable solar street lighting solution?\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Philips sunstay solar street light\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u002268b6a34e-c8a4-458a-9de0-d18257bf25d4\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/beautyshot_sunstay.jpg\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EClick \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Ehere\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E to chat to one of our lighting experts now!\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Sep 2020", "terms": "Lighting, Solar, Products, Philips" }, { "title": "PROJECT | Circadian Rhythm Lighting Installation at Growthpoint", "nid": "416", "body": "\u003Cp\u003EWe completed the installation of a Philips circadian rhythm \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/solutions-lighting/index.html\u0022\u003Elighting system\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u00A0at the head offices of Growthpoint Properties - the first project of its kind for Philips and Magnet in South Africa.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JrdH18Vl8uw\u0026amp;feature=youtu.be\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Circadian installation\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u002227ae64e9-69b2-404d-82a5-c7e770300298\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/file7-1.jpeg\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis prestigious lighting installation, based on the \u003Cstrong\u003Ehuman circadian rhythm\u003C/strong\u003E, was an exciting challenge for us. In collaboration with Philips Lighting and Growthpoint Properties, our team designed and installed a circadian rhythm lighting system in all ground floor meeting rooms at Growthpoint\u2019s Johannesburg head office. The mandate for this project encompassed selection of an energy efficient lighting system, with modern aesthetics, to enhance work productivity and the well-being of the building\u2019s occupants.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis environmentally-friendly project \u2013 our first local installation of circadian rhythm lighting - showcases Growthpoint\u2019s commitment to innovative and green buildings. Visitors and staff are impressed with the ambience of this LED lighting system, which simulates natural daylight and provides excellent visibility for office work functionality.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis circadian rhythm lighting system replicates daylight rhythms, with dynamic light levels and tones that change throughout the day. This advanced technology has numerous health benefits and occupants of the building will feel more alert, be more productive and benefit from working in a more natural lighting environment. Fine-tuned soft white lighting helps occupants relax, while bright white light assists occupants to remain focused and feel energised.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELighting for circadian systems requires different metrics from those used for conventional architectural lighting. In specifying lighting for this circadian system, the team needed to evaluate the required light levels of the meeting rooms and spectral composition, as well as timing and duration of lighting exposure. Consideration was also given to prior light levels, uniformity, glare and Kelvin temperatures, that occupants of the building have become accustomed to.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JrdH18Vl8uw\u0026amp;feature=youtu.be\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022philips\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u002203375955-ba24-4d2c-92eb-bde2953d0557\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/IPDP1_RC460BI_0055.JPG\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EComponents of the Philips PowerBalance Tunable White circadian system installed, consist of kits for dynamic lighting functionality for biorhythm support and natural daylight; kits with a scene-setting functionality and sensors for presence detection and daylight dependent regulation. Touch panels and push button units enable personal control of lighting, according to work needs.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis lighting system has automated pre-set curves, which control the intensity and colour temperature throughout the day, each with its own characteristics. The biorhythm support curve is designed to strengthen the circadian system and improve the sleep-wake cycle, resulting in improved health, increased daytime wakefulness and a better state of mind. The natural daylight curve follows the dynamics of daylight and provides a connection with the outdoor, while boosting energy levels and performance of those inside the office during the day.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFor example, at the start of a work day, illuminance levels are increased to 500 lux to increase alertness and improve performance. Bright light keeps people energised throughout the day, stabilising the sleep-wake cycle and preventing unnatural delays in sleep onset in the evening. Illuminance levels are increased slightly later in the day to enhance visual performance, stimulate mood and strengthen the body clock. Light levels and colour temperatures are reduced later in the day to prepare people to switch from the work to home environment.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWerner van Antwerpen of Growthpoint Properties had this to say about the new lighting installation: \u003Cem\u003E\u201CInnovation, green buildings and increasing staff productivity within our tenant space, have always been a main focus within Growthpoint. With this pilot project, we are again pushing the boundaries of implementing innovation within our buildings.\u201D\u003C/em\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis human-centric lighting system also provides excellent solutions in other environments, including healthcare establishments, schools and hotels. In the healthcare sector, lighting professionals are able to create a more effective healing environment using the natural power of light.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EClick \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JrdH18Vl8uw\u0026amp;feature=youtu.be\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Ehere\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E to watch a quick video on this project!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ELooking for a lighting solution for your facility? Click \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Ehere\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E to chat to our lighting experts now!\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Aug 2020", "terms": "Lighting, Projects" }, { "title": "The Quality of Lighting part 5 | The Economics of Light", "nid": "413", "body": "\u003Cp\u003EOver the past couple of weeks, we\u2019ve uncovered factors that contribute to the \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/solutions-lighting/index.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EQuality of Lighting\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E. These factors include:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\n\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=Quality-of-Lighting--New-series-on-lighting\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E- Lighting Levels\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=The-Quality-of-Lighting-Part-2--Spatial-Distribution-of-Light\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E- Spatial distribution of light\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=The-Quality-of-Lighting-part-3--Directionality-of-Light\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E- Directionality of light\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=The-Quality-of-Lighting-part-4--The-Colour-of-Light\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E- Colour of light\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EClick on items from the list above to view articles from previous weeks.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EThis week, we\u2019re wrapping up the series by delving into the \u003Cstrong\u003Eeconomics of light\u003C/strong\u003E. This topic tackles the financial considerations of a lighting installation. We will also touch on the effect of \u003Cstrong\u003Elighting on the environment.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/solutions-lighting/index.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022economics of light\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022a021c5ed-4c57-4e21-84f4-f138837dc440\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/light-bulb-lamp-with-us-dollar-currency-symbol-vector-20606153_0.jpg\u0022 width=\u0022360\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEconomics of Light\u003Cbr /\u003E\nCharacteristics of a bad lighting installation\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nLighting installed that meets the below criteria can be considered as a bad lighting installation:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDifficult to maintain\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EInefficient in its energy usage\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ENeedlessly expensive\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEconomic considerations for lighting installations\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nAt the onset of a lighting installation project, economics should be kept front of mind. Start by assessing the total cost of ownership. This involves the assessment of all possible costs involved with the lighting solution over its anticipated lifetime. This is usually calculated for each design alternative, in order to determine the most cost-effective choice. At this point, many cost factors are estimated. It is an essential part of the quality process of designing an installation to determine these estimates as reliably as possible.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECost factors to be considered with a lighting installation\u003Cbr /\u003E\n1. Investment costs\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nThe investment costs of a specific lighting installation can be split into several sub factors:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThe initial purchase costs of lighting components such as lamps, luminaires, ballasts and lighting controls\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThe cost of additional items such as mounting and electrical components\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EThe cost of installation\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E2. Running costs\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nEssential running costs include:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEnergy costs\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\tThe cost of energy is a major consideration. As such, apart from meeting all other requirements, the lighting used in the installation must also be as efficient as possible in order to minimise electricity consumption.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMaintenance costs\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\tThis constitutes a relatively small part of the total annual costs. However, maintenance is essential in order to guarantee proper functioning of the lighting installation throughout its lifetime. Maintenance must be considered especially when installing lighting that may be difficult to access, or that may hinder work flow.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp style=\u0022margin-left:18.0pt;\u0022\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELamp replacement costs\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\n\tKeep in mind the expected lamp life, and how often you will need to replace these.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003ELighting control\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nEfficiency should be kept front of mind when installing lighting. Installation efficiency should be considered alongside usage efficiency. Only the amount of light required to perform a specific task at a specific moment should be made available in that moment. This is referred to as demand dependant lighting, and is achieved using lighting control systems.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EModern lighting control systems should offer far more possibilities than a simple switch-on-switch-off function. Automatically controlled dimming of lighting groups result in valuable cost and energy savings, without sacrificing task performance of the installation. This is referred to as task-dependent control.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003ETask-dependent lighting control is relevant across all lighting application fields. Examples include:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIndoor lighting\u00A0- task and age dependent\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERoad lighting - traffic density, weather type, time-of-night dependent\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESports lighting\u00A0- competition type, training only\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAn efficient lighting control system in indoor lighting applications should also take advantage of daylight. This can be achieved by dimming and switching off the electrical lighting in those instances where sufficient daylight enters the indoor space. This is referred to as daylight linking.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EPresence control refers to the use of simple passive infrared detection systems that ensure lights are off when nobody is present.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.signify.com/global/lighting-academy/browser/video/economics-of-lighting-installations\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EClick here\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E to watch a quick video on the economics of light!\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELighting and the Environment\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nSince the world began to realise how finite our resources are, the lighting community reacted by developing more energy-efficient lighting products. There was also a reconsideration of lighting standards and recommendations with regards to more-clearly defined minimum values. \u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EToday, lighting accounts for 19% of all electricity used worldwide. It is therefore responsible for a substantial part of carbon dioxide emissions.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EWith this in mind, there are a few things that can be done in order to balance the positive effects of lighting with its negative impacts on the environment, such as:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMaximise energy efficiency\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMaximise product reliability\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EMinimise the use of hazardous substances in lighting products (e.g. mercury)\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EReduce waste through recycling\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAvoid light pollution to create greater sustainability\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.signify.com/global/lighting-academy/browser/video/lighting-on-the-environment\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EClick here\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E to watch a quick video on the effect of lighting on the environment\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.signify.com/global/lighting-academy/browser/the-science-of-lighting\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003ESource: Signify \u201CThe Science of Lighting\u201D by Wout van Bommel and Abdo Rouhana (2019: second edition)\u003C/em\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003EAre you looking for a reliable energy-efficient lighting installation for your facility? \u003C/em\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Cem\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za\u0022\u003EClick here\u003C/a\u003E to chat to our lighting experts now!\u003C/em\u003E\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Aug 2020", "terms": "Lighting, General" }, { "title": "Light and Health - How lighting influences our well being", "nid": "417", "body": "\u003Cp\u003EDid you know that \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/solutions-lighting/index.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Elighting\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E has an effect on your health? In this article, we discuss the connection between light and our well-being.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EA millennial medical discovery\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nAt the start of the new millennium, medical scientists discovered a third type of photoreceptor cells in our eyes. Previously, it was believed that the only photoreceptor cells in the eye were rods and cones. Now, we know that the ganglion cells in the retina of the eye are also photosensitive i.e: sensitive to light. These cells have a nerve connection to the biological clock located in the brain. This, in turn, has a nerve connection with the gland responsible for the regulation of some hormones in our body. The revelation here is the direct connection between light, bodily timing and hormones. Therefore, lighting not only has a visual effect but also a non-visual biological effect. This proves that lighting is actually important for our health.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECircadian rhythms\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nThe earth\u2019s rotation on its own axis in 24 hours results in a 24-hour rhythm of light and dark. This rhythm regulates a number of our bodily processes, such as the sleep-wake rhythm and the rhythm according to which certain hormones are produced. These 24-hour rhythms are called Circadian Rhythms.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAnother bodily process that is regulated by the earth\u2019s light-dark rhythm is body temperature. The figure below depicts the circadian rhythm of our body temperature.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cfigure role=\u0022group\u0022 class=\u0022caption caption-img align-center\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\u0022bodytemp\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022219a553a-9d12-4ff1-a048-9ac7eebe3947\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Circadian%20rhythm%20-%20body%20temp.jpg\u0022 /\u003E\n\u003Cfigcaption\u003E\u003Cem\u003EDouble plot (2 x 24 hours) of typical daily rhythms of body temperature (relative scale)\u003C/em\u003E\u003C/figcaption\u003E\n\u003C/figure\u003E\n\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EA healthy person\u2019s body temperature fluctuates in the day and night by about 0.4 degrees centigrade, under the influence of the natural light-dark rhythm.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIn a similar manner, the energy hormone cortisol and the sleep hormone melatonin is controlled by this light-dark mechanism over the course of the day and night. These two hormones are responsible for regulating our degree of alertness and sleep. The figure below shows the regulation of these hormones over 2 x 24-hour periods.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cfigure role=\u0022group\u0022 class=\u0022caption caption-img align-center\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\u0022hormones\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u002295cd4774-76dc-46fa-b336-868edc77b8dd\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Circadian%20rhythm%20-%20hormones.jpg\u0022 /\u003E\n\u003Cfigcaption\u003E\u003Cem\u003EDouble plot (2 x 24 hours) of typical daily rhythms of cortisol (blue) and melatonin (grey)\u003C/em\u003E\u003C/figcaption\u003E\n\u003C/figure\u003E\n\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EOne of the roles of cortisol is to increase blood sugar levels, in order to supply the body with energy. Cortisol levels increase in the morning, to give the body energy for the day, and subsequently decrease gradually towards the evening, when less energy is required. On the other hand, the sleep hormone melatonin drops in the morning, reducing sleepiness. It then rises again when it becomes dark in order to facilitate sleep. This sleep effect is strengthened as cortisol is then at its minimum. It is for this reason that it is recommended not to watch TV or use your mobile phone at least a half-hour before bed. This is because screens give off blue light, which photoreceptor cells in our eyes detect as daylight, thereby inhibiting the production of the sleep hormone, making it more challenging to fall asleep immediately.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cfigure role=\u0022group\u0022 class=\u0022caption caption-img align-center\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cimg alt=\u0022blue light\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022a084d21e-da56-4c88-adca-2d54a9a08b76\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/blue%20light.jpg\u0022 /\u003E\n\u003Cfigcaption\u003E\u003Cem\u003EIllustration of the blue light from screens which inhibit the production of the sleep hormone\u003C/em\u003E\u003C/figcaption\u003E\n\u003C/figure\u003E\n\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EBesides the regulation of bodily processes such as the sleep-wake cycle, the natural 24-hour rhythm of light and dark also ensures our biological clock maintains the 24-hour rhythm. The morning light synchronizes our internal body clock to the earth\u2019s 24-hour light-dark cycle. Without this synchronization, we would gradually adopt the wrong rhythm of alertness and sleepiness. Eventually, this would lead to a period with alertness during the dark hours and sleepiness during the daylight hours \u2013 a phenomenon which you have likely experienced when \u2018jet-lagged\u2019.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EClick \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.signify.com/global/lighting-academy/browser/video/light-and-health\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003Ehere\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E to learn more about the effects of light and how it influences the human body and system.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECircadian lighting\u003C/strong\u003E\u003Cbr /\u003E\nCircadian lighting has been developed with the circadian rhythm in mind. It is based on the concept that electric light can be used to support human health by minimizing its effect on the human circadian rhythm. Circadian lighting therefore mimics the natural changes in light, supporting the body\u2019s biological clock.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EClick \u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/news.php?type=articles\u0026amp;name=CASE-STUDY--Circadian-Rhythm-Lighting-Installation-at-Growthpoint\u0022\u003Ehere\u003C/a\u003E \u003C/strong\u003Eto read about our Circadian Rhythm lighting installation for Growthpoint.\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Aug 2020", "terms": "Lighting, General" }, { "title": "CASE STUDY | Energy-efficient lighting project for ABSA", "nid": "414", "body": "\u003Cp\u003EWe were selected by Aecom to be their lighting partner on a project for ABSA offices in uMhlanga. A key benefit placing us at the forefront of the\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/solutions-lighting/index.html\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E lighting\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E industry, is our partnership with numerous international lighting brands. As such, 9 quality brands of lighting were selected for ABSA, which was fitting for a project of this magnitude.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZDTM_wf0_o\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022ABSA Umhlanga\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022b651d5c5-842d-41ed-baa9-4a5948fa9bad\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/DSC_0173.JPG\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EA professional team, from several companies, collaborated on this project. This team consisted of an Electrical Engineer from Aecom, an architect from EPA, a construction site manager from WBHO, and an electrical contractor from Edison Power. The electrical contractor, Edison Power, executed the installation immaculately. Conceptual design and specification is only a part of what is needed for any project to be successful. Edison Power\u2019s team brought our concepts to reality by doing a professional installation. The lighting was delivered in stages over the several months of the construction process. The parkades were the first areas which required lighting, followed by general office lighting, stair case lighting, feature lighting and then finally, the external lighting.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EA highlight of this project for us was the lighting installed in the building\u2019s Atrium - an area that is not double, but quadruple in volume. An entrance of this size needs to make a bold statement, something which we achieved effectively and effortlessly, using bespoke fittings from Italy.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.magnetgroup.co.za/download/magnet-group-case-study-portfolio.pdf\u0022\u003E\u003Cimg alt=\u0022Absa atrium\u0022 data-entity-type=\u0022file\u0022 data-entity-uuid=\u0022da65010b-c2c6-4681-b4db-0664121ee962\u0022 src=\u0022/cms/drupal8-magnetgroup/sites/default/files/inline-images/Absa%20Atrium.jpg\u0022 class=\u0022align-center\u0022 /\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EAt the outset of the project, the client stipulated their request to achieve a 4-star GreenStar rating for the installation. This meant that we had to source products of premium quality and excellent efficiencies. Given this request, great care was taken in the selection of the correct luminaire for the many different applications that needed to be satisfied. We are proud to have achieved this rating for the client, by not only using energy-efficient LED lighting, but also by installing a solar water heating system, supplied by our water division. \u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EEvery luminaire supplied for this project was an LED fixture. This means that a minimum of 50% of energy was saved. This not only provided financial benefits to our client, but also reduced carbon emissions into the atmosphere by not using as much of our coal-produced electricity as traditional light sources use. LEDs also produce much less heat as compared to traditional light sources. This means that the aircon load is reduced, and by effect, reducing the size of the air conditioning system required - again, saving both capex and electricity.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003E\u00A0\u201CI have had great pleasure working with\u00A0Magnet on this prestigious project. This project did come with various challenges and Magnet met them head on from design to implementation as well as assisting in times during the commissioning process. All building lighting requirements have thus far met the criteria to be 4-star rated in terms of green buildings. I had great exposure to new lighting technologies as well as reputable lighting brands. The after sales service received from Magnet is exceptional.\u201D \u2013 Reshen Rambally, Aecom\u003C/em\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZDTM_wf0_o\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EClick here\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tN_bbKQQ3JI\u0022\u003E \u003C/a\u003Eto watch a quick video highlighting this project.\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00A0\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EDo you need an energy-efficient lighting solution for your facility? \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:hello@magnetgroup.co.za\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EClick here\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/a\u003E to chat to one of our lighting experts now!\u003C/em\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n", "created": "Aug 2020", "terms": "Lighting, General" } ]