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June 4, 2016

Reduce Total Wattage and Increase Illumination

Using LED Technology To Reduce Total Wattage By 50% and Increase Illumination 4X

  • Fixtures: Existing metal halide upgraded to LED
  • Application: The existing lighting did not provide the required illumination for safety and security. We utilized LED technology to maximize lighting performance while utilizing existing pole locations and circuitry.
  • Benefits: Total wattage reduction of 50% Increase in Illumination 4X Lamp Life 128,000 Hours
  • Location: Bernstein Management 1900 Campus Commons Drive Herndon, VA

THE EDGE® Area round design option was ideal for illuminating pedestrians and motorists pathways as well as the parking lots.

  • Low Profile Modular Design
  • Die-Cast, Spun and Extruded-Aluminum Housing
  • Assembly
  • UL Wet Listed
  • Two-Level Options
  • Optional Backlight Cutoff Shielding
  • International Dark Sky Association Compliance
  • IES BUG ratings available

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