Energy is integral to our businesses. Clearly, there’s no way to completely get around energy costs. But the realities of rising energy costs and the impact on businesses cannot be ignored. High energy costs can put businesses at a competitive disadvantage and suck away resources needed for hiring, wage increases, expansion and new investments.
Fortunately, there are cost effective ways to reduce energy expenses. One of the more effective ways is to implement Energy Efficient Lighting, i.e. LED Lighting. LED Lighting will improve light quality, while reducing cost. The savings can be as much as 80%, and in some cases more.
With that said, finding a company that is in alignment with your measurements of success can be an undertaking. Here are five tips to help you choose the right LED lighting company:
- Understand the fixture manufacturer’s claims including the performance of the products, up-front equipment costs, ongoing energy and maintenance costs and after-sale support.
- Request a “Proof of Concept”. Evaluate the quality of the LED light by comparing the light output and efficiency to your benchmark tests.
- Evaluate the performance of the LED lighting fixture with your benchmark data and the manufacturer’s photometric reports.
- Verify the manufacturer’s claims for light and energy performance. I.e., lumen output, lumen maintenance test and IES files.
- Review the installation requirements for LED lighting fixtures and ensure that your new fixtures are compliant to the National Electric Code requirements for installation of light fixtures.