Year: 2026

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Technical

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...

Technical

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...

Technical

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....

Knowledge

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...

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News

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...

Technical

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...