Blog - Page 5 of 9

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...

Person walks down hallway featuring an emergency drop down light

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...

Knowledge

New RICS guide to healthy buildings design & delivery: What does it say about lighting for wellbeing?

Lighting for wellbeing finds its way into a new landmark guide for buildings specifiers, published by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Launched in October 2023, the document, titled...

News

T-Word Trends: Fluorescent light bans, ESOS Phase 3, and dark sky regulations

As the winter months roll in, the importance of lighting is drawn into acute focus. So far, we’ve seen Chile issue new dark sky regulations, a ban on fluorescent...

Net Zero & ESG

How LED lighting can help your organisation achieve multiple (ESG) Environmental, Social and Governance goals

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is rapidly becoming crucial to long-term business value creation. This is thanks to a growing emphasis on sustainability, ethics, and corporate responsibility. Clients, investors,...

remanufacturing and linear lighting in modern office

Knowledge

Remanufacturing in lighting: Top 5 FAQs answered

Remanufacturing is increasingly seen as key to creating a more sustainable, circular economy. But what exactly does remanufacturing mean? And why is the process set to become mainstream in...