T-Word Explains: What are IP ratings?
To help identify which light fitting, often referred to as a luminaire, is suitable for which application, they are given an IPXX rating. The IP denotes Ingress or International...
How to avoid the 5 common pitfalls of emergency lighting?
When it comes to implementing a high-quality emergency lighting system, there are a number of common pitfalls that must be avoided, in order to provide sufficient illumination for building occupants...
T-Word Explains: What is the SLL’s position on circadian lighting?
The Society of Light and Lighting has released a position statement; outlining its stance on “Circadian Lighting”. Tamlite embarked on a campaign to raise awareness of the possible benefits...
What is the Colour Rendering Index?
The Colour Rendering Index (CRI) measures how colours look under a luminaire compared to natural sunlight. We measure CRI out of 100. Natural sunlight represents the highest possible score....
T-Word Explains: How can LEDs deliver energy savings?
LED light fittings can produce significant energy savings in comparison to traditional lighting products for commercial and industrial buildings. Lighting must fulfil different requirements in different environments. Switching to...
What is the difference between a diffuser and a lens?
Diffusers and lenses play different roles, in order to fulfil different requirements. Here, you can read the fundamental difference between diffusers and lenses – and the range of environments...
What is ‘wellbeing’ and what role does lighting play?
Wellbeing is a much broader concept than moment-to-moment happiness, it also includes things such as how satisfied people are with their life as whole, their sense of purpose, and...
How LED lighting can yield exceptional improvements in retail
LED lighting products are changing the way spaces are illuminated. In comparison to fluorescent fittings, LED solutions are significantly more energy efficient, as well as producing a higher output....
How LED lighting can yield exceptional improvements in offices
The switch to LED lighting can yield exceptional improvements in office environments in term of enhanced illumination, reduced maintenance and a significant boost to energy efficiency. The move to...
T-Word Explains: What is ‘spec breaking’ – and why does it matter?
When specifying a new lighting system, switching to LED isn’t enough. This is a common pitfall when choosing luminaires for a lighting upgrade. While LED fittings do indeed tend...