Steve Shepherd
LM-80 & TM-21 Data: Predicting True LED Lifespan
Covers the 6x Rule, statistical uncertainty in projections, and a real-world ROI scenario for cold storage facilities, plus a compliance checklist.
Comprehensive Guides
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Steve Shepherd
A Farmer's Checklist for Buying Durable Barn Lights
This checklist guides farm owners through selecting durable barn lights. Understand IP ratings, surge protection, and certifications for long-lasting, reliable illumination in harsh environments.
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Steve Shepherd
Lighting Guide for Dairy, Poultry, and Hog Barns
Guide explains how to design durable, compliant lighting for dairy, poultry, and hog barns. Learn about lux levels, fixture types, animal-sensitive controls, and key compliance needs for ROI.
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Steve Shepherd
Mounting Linear Lights in a Pole Barn Structure
Guide details mounting linear high bay lights in pole barns. Learn structural assessments, mounting methods, safety practices, NEC compliance, and spacing for uniform illumination.
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Steve Shepherd
Pitching UFO High Bay Controls to Customers
This guide helps electrical contractors confidently pitch UFO high bay controls. Learn to lead with energy savings, comfort, and compliance, building trust with facility managers and owners.
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Steve Shepherd
Combining Motion and Daylight High Bay Sensors
Contractors and facility managers can master combining motion and daylight sensors for LED high bays. This guide details code compliance, control architectures, sensor placement, and commissioning workflows for optimal energy...
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Steve Shepherd
How to Zone UFO High Bay Dimming Controls
This guide explains how to design and implement effective dimming zones for UFO high bay lights using 0–10V controls. Learn practical principles, wiring topologies, and a warehouse case study for...
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Steve Shepherd
A Beginner's Guide to High Bay 0-10V Dimming
High bay 0-10V dimming guide. Understand its function, components, and codes. Learn wiring, sensor integration, and troubleshooting.
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Steve Shepherd
Outdoor Security Floodlight Applications & Beam Control
Facility managers learn how to design outdoor security floodlighting with precise beam control. Understand NEMA spreads, prevent glare, integrate sensors, and ensure compliance.
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Steve Shepherd
When to Use Type IV Beam Patterns for Floodlights
This guide offers technical specifiers a framework for using Type IV beam patterns in LED floodlights for perimeter and security. Learn applications, mounting, compliance, and photometric validation.
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Steve Shepherd
An Audit Checklist for Fixing High Bay Lighting Glare
An audit checklist for fixing high bay lighting glare. Understand UGR, lux vs. luminance, and apply solutions like lenses, diffusers, or dimming to create a safer, productive work environment.
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Steve Shepherd
Benefits of Full Cutoff Floodlights for Parking Lots
Facility managers learn how full cutoff LED floodlights enhance parking lot safety and visibility. Understand IES distribution, dark-sky compliance, energy savings, and optimal performance for commercial spaces.
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Steve Shepherd
Layering Floodlights and Wall Packs for Security
Guide details how layering floodlights with wall packs creates effective perimeter security lighting. Learn design rules, fixture selection, controls, and wiring.
