Steve Shepherd
UL 1598 Explained: The Standard for High Bay Lights
A technical guide to UL 1598 for high bay lights, covering safety testing, NEC compliance, and DLC rebate eligibility for contractors.
Comprehensive Guides
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Steve Shepherd
Title 24 Controls for Warehouse High Bay Lighting
Guide details California's Title 24 controls for warehouse high bay lighting. Learn system design, sensor selection, zoning, and documentation for compliance & rebates.
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Steve Shepherd
Using 0-10V Dimming to Meet IECC Requirements
Guide for electrical contractors on using 0-10V dimming to meet IECC lighting codes. Learn installation best practices, avoid pitfalls, and ensure project inspection success.
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Steve Shepherd
Farm Lighting: Wall Pack or LED Floodlight?
Guidance on selecting between LED wall packs and floodlights for farm lighting. Learn when to use each, focusing on placement, illumination, and critical certifications like IP65, UL/ETL, and DLC for...
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Steve Shepherd
A Security Lighting Plan for the Modern Farmstead
Guide to a professional, layered farmstead security lighting plan. Combine wall packs, floodlights, and smart controls to eliminate blind spots & ensure peace of mind.
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Steve Shepherd
Deterring Equipment Theft with LED Floodlights
Property owners, learn how strategic LED floodlights deter farm equipment theft. Get tips on motion-activated lighting, optimal lumens, and essential hardware for effective security.
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Steve Shepherd
Why IP65+ Floodlights Are Essential for Farms
This article explains why IP65+ floodlights are crucial for farms, decoding IP ratings, IK ratings, and surge protection. Learn to select durable lighting for demanding agricultural environments.
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Steve Shepherd
Checklist for High Bay Mount Safety Inspections
Facility managers can use this checklist to inspect high bay lighting mounts. Identify installation mistakes, prevent corrosion, and ensure long-term safety of overhead fixtures.
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Steve Shepherd
Hook vs. Pendant vs. Yoke: A High Bay Mount Guide
Guide compares hook, pendant, and yoke high bay mounts. Understand their uses, pro installation tips, and choose the best hardware for safety and performance in your space.
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Steve Shepherd
Calculating Load Capacity for High Bay Mounts
Guide to safely installing high bay lighting. Learn to calculate true load capacity, apply safety factors, select hardware, and ensure code-compliant installations. Essential for professionals.
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Thach Nguyen Ngoc
Layout Guide: Vertical Lighting for Racks & Shelves
This guide explains why vertical illuminance on racks is critical for warehouse productivity and safety. Learn to design layouts, set foot-candle targets, and choose the right high bays.
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Thach Nguyen Ngoc
UFO High Bay TCO for Facility Managers
Facility managers, maximize ROI on UFO high bay lighting. This guide explains Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), showing how certified fixtures cut costs and save $20,000+ in 10 years.
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Thach Nguyen Ngoc
A Contractor's Guide to Vetting High Bay Certifications
Guide helps contractors verify critical high bay lighting certifications (UL, ETL, DLC). Understand photometric reports (LM-79, LM-80) and a field checklist for compliant installs.
