Why are LEDs used in hazardous areas?
Why are LEDs used in hazardous areas?
LED technology is becoming increasingly popular in the explosion proof market as a solution that can radically change the future of industrial lighting due to its high light output and low consumption (Watt) characteristics.
LED technology used in potentially explosive environments offers important advantages over traditional lighting sources.
LED lighting is energy efficient and extremely durable. An LED light fixture will generate the same illumination as a traditional light fixture, using less energy (up to 90% savings). Typically, an LED light fixture produces 200 lumens per watt, while a fluorescent bulb produces about 90 lumens per watt. This shows that energy saving has always been the main driving force behind the development of LED lighting.
LED fixtures have an average run time of over 80,000 hours, in some cases over 100,000 hours at acceptable levels. This long service life is especially relevant in hazardous area environments where lighting maintenance is dangerous and extremely expensive. Maintaining traditional light sources means stopping the plant to replace the lamps. For this reason, many plants do not perform this maintenance until it is absolutely necessary, usually when safety is already affected by the lack of working lights. The costs can also be significant given the shutdown of production.
The above-mentioned efficiency and durability characteristics have a positive impact on lower maintenance costs and higher safety levels, providing a safe environment for workers.
In addition, LED lighting has a CRI (colour rendering index) of around 70-97. The colour rendering index is a measure of the accuracy of the colour rendering of a light source. For example, sunlight that displays real colours has a CRI of 100. This means that LED lighting allows colours to be perceived as they really are.
As LED technology is constantly evolving, it is important to choose a reliable partner such as BARTEC FEAM, which boasts consolidated experience and proven technological know-how worldwide.
BARTEC FEAM is a manufacturer of copper-free aluminium LED lighting fixtures with dedicated aluminium heat sink technology to reduce the physical temperature of the luminaire, increasing durability and further reducing any potential risk of explosion. BARTEC FEAM LED luminaires have a more robust housing than traditional luminaires with tempered glass that protects against sparks and other potential fires.
Choosing a manufacturer such as BARTEC FEAM means working with a company that focuses on reliable products. Reliability is directly related to certification, traceability, warranty and lighting design.
Certification: BARTEC FEAM LED products are certified according to major international standards such as: ATEX, IECEx, INMETRO, TR CU, Rina and Ukrainian explosion protection certificate (PKMU No. 1055).
Traceability: BARTEC FEAM can ensure traceability of all its products and components used in its products.
Guarantee. There are vendors who offer a 10-year warranty on their products without knowing where or how those products were installed. Before offering any extended warranty, a reputable manufacturer should be aware of this information; this is relevant in hazardous areas where harsh conditions and/or improper installations can affect the proper operation of LED lighting.
Lighting Design. One of the most confusing aspects of choosing a light fixture is that some manufacturers specify lumens in the fixtures, while others only specify lumens for the bulbs. The lumen of a luminaire is the measured amount of light emitted by the luminaire when the LED is mounted inside (luminaire polar diagram). This takes into account efficiency losses due to the luminaire diffuser and any other aspect of the luminaire design that may affect its efficiency. Lumens or lumens of a luminaire are the luminous fluxes received directly at the LED source, and do not include luminaire losses or inefficiencies.
BARTEC FEAM can provide a polar diagram of the luminaire for the correct verification of luminous flux values and other lighting characteristics.
In addition, one of the most important aspects of a lighting system is its initial design. Many manufacturers can provide a lighting design for an office or warehouse … but the design for a hazardous area is very different. Hazardous locations have many obstacles that can hinder the effectiveness of lighting. A typical example would be a chemical warehouse.
The advent of modern design software allows manufacturers to create lighting designs that can show the 3D space to be lit and give a more accurate representation of what the end user needs for the space.
BARTE FEAM is dedicated to developing state-of-the-art LED solutions that meet the most demanding customer requirements. BARTEC FEAM supplies a full range of LED lamps for hazardous industrial areas to ensure efficiency, reliability and consistency.
Why are LEDs used in hazardous areas?
LED technology is becoming increasingly popular in the explosion proof market as a solution that can radically change the future of industrial lighting due to its high light output and low consumption (Watt) characteristics.
LED technology used in potentially explosive environments offers important advantages over traditional lighting sources.
LED lighting is energy efficient and extremely durable. An LED light fixture will generate the same illumination as a traditional light fixture, using less energy (up to 90% savings). Typically, an LED light fixture produces 200 lumens per watt, while a fluorescent bulb produces about 90 lumens per watt. This shows that energy saving has always been the main driving force behind the development of LED lighting.
LED fixtures have an average run time of over 80,000 hours, in some cases over 100,000 hours at acceptable levels. This long service life is especially relevant in hazardous area environments where lighting maintenance is dangerous and extremely expensive. Maintaining traditional light sources means stopping the plant to replace the lamps. For this reason, many plants do not perform this maintenance until it is absolutely necessary, usually when safety is already affected by the lack of working lights. The costs can also be significant given the shutdown of production.
The above-mentioned efficiency and durability characteristics have a positive impact on lower maintenance costs and higher safety levels, providing a safe environment for workers.
In addition, LED lighting has a CRI (colour rendering index) of around 70-97. The colour rendering index is a measure of the accuracy of the colour rendering of a light source. For example, sunlight that displays real colours has a CRI of 100. This means that LED lighting allows colours to be perceived as they really are.
As LED technology is constantly evolving, it is important to choose a reliable partner such as BARTEC FEAM, which boasts consolidated experience and proven technological know-how worldwide.
BARTEC FEAM is a manufacturer of copper-free aluminium LED lighting fixtures with dedicated aluminium heat sink technology to reduce the physical temperature of the luminaire, increasing durability and further reducing any potential risk of explosion. BARTEC FEAM LED luminaires have a more robust housing than traditional luminaires with tempered glass that protects against sparks and other potential fires.
Choosing a manufacturer such as BARTEC FEAM means working with a company that focuses on reliable products. Reliability is directly related to certification, traceability, warranty and lighting design.
Certification: BARTEC FEAM LED products are certified according to major international standards such as: ATEX, IECEx, INMETRO, TR CU, Rina and Ukrainian explosion protection certificate (PKMU No. 1055).
Traceability: BARTEC FEAM can ensure traceability of all its products and components used in its products.
Guarantee. There are vendors who offer a 10-year warranty on their products without knowing where or how those products were installed. Before offering any extended warranty, a reputable manufacturer should be aware of this information; this is relevant in hazardous areas where harsh conditions and/or improper installations can affect the proper operation of LED lighting.
Lighting Design. One of the most confusing aspects of choosing a light fixture is that some manufacturers specify lumens in the fixtures, while others only specify lumens for the bulbs. The lumen of a luminaire is the measured amount of light emitted by the luminaire when the LED is mounted inside (luminaire polar diagram). This takes into account efficiency losses due to the luminaire diffuser and any other aspect of the luminaire design that may affect its efficiency. Lumens or lumens of a luminaire are the luminous fluxes received directly at the LED source, and do not include luminaire losses or inefficiencies.
BARTEC FEAM can provide a polar diagram of the luminaire for the correct verification of luminous flux values and other lighting characteristics.
In addition, one of the most important aspects of a lighting system is its initial design. Many manufacturers can provide a lighting design for an office or warehouse … but the design for a hazardous area is very different. Hazardous locations have many obstacles that can hinder the effectiveness of lighting. A typical example would be a chemical warehouse.
The advent of modern design software allows manufacturers to create lighting designs that can show the 3D space to be lit and give a more accurate representation of what the end user needs for the space.
BARTE FEAM is dedicated to developing state-of-the-art LED solutions that meet the most demanding customer requirements. BARTEC FEAM supplies a full range of LED lamps for hazardous industrial areas to ensure efficiency, reliability and consistency.
