Tips For Planning A Lighting Retrofit Project
by Gaspard Gaillard
If you've recently been tasked with designing and implementing a retrofit project to replace the lighting in your facility, the planning stage is as important as the actual implementation. Before you start any actual work, you should take time to carefully consider exactly what you need and how it should be done. For those who are new to this kind of conversion, that planning stage can be a challenge. Here are a few things to think about.
What Do You Hope To Achieve?
The very first thing you need to think about is what you hope to achieve from the conversion. Sometimes, the conversion is done simply to increase the lighting in the building, while in other cases it's done to make it more energy efficient. Think about exactly what your needs are for the conversion first, because that will set the tone for all of the rest of the planning.
How Is The Space Used?
Once you know what you're hoping to achieve, you need to consider how the space is used. The actual function of each part of the building will have a direct effect on what kind of lighting system is best for that area. For example, areas with computer workstations will benefit from some degree of uplighting to cut screen glare, while areas with machinery and production equipment will need broad-spectrum light for detail and visibility.
What Kind Of Lights Do You Want?
After identifying how you need to lay out the lights in each area, it's time to start thinking about what kinds of lights will work best for those spaces. You can choose from a variety of lights, including fluorescent bulbs, incandescent lights, and high intensity discharge, or HID, lights. If you're hoping to reduce heat production, extend bulb life, and get more natural lighting, you may want to consider using exclusively HID retrofit bulbs.
What Kinds Of Fixtures Are You Replacing?
When you're planning a retrofit project, it's best when you can choose new fixtures that will fit in the existing fixture spaces. That means taking time to consider the size and shape of each fixture that you're replacing to be sure that you can get new ones that both fit your needs and the space in question.
A successful retrofit is as easy as ensuring that you plan it properly. Work with a contractor in your area who specializes in these types of projects to ensure that you cover all of the factors that need to be addressed, that way you can get the final result you need.
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