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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Richard Miller
Calculating the ROI of LED Upgrades for Commercial Studios
Covers DLC Premium certification, utility rebate capture, 0-10V dimming, and the impact of color quality on virtual class production.
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Richard Miller
Commercial Gym Compliance: Navigating Energy Codes
Covers Lighting Power Density (LPD), occupancy sensor placement, wiring standards, and achieving sub-one-year payback through energy savings and HVAC credits.
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Richard Miller
Industrial Durability: Can Hex Lights Survive a Factory?
Examines hex lights vs. industrial high bays, covering IP/IK ratings, thermal management, DLC rebates, and compliance with UL 1598.
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Richard Miller
Dimming Options: Controlling Hex Grids vs. Linear Lights
Covers technical standards like DLC 5.1 and ASHRAE 90.1, plus ROI analysis and electrical planning for garage workshops.
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Richard Miller
Color Consistency: Matching Hex Kits to Linear Task Lights
This guide covers spectral harmony, MacAdam ellipse binning, dimming color shift, and ROI scenarios for professional lighting design.
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Richard Miller
Glare Comparison: Hexagon Diffusion vs. Linear Optics
Covers UGR, the 45-degree mounting rule, and compliance with DLC 5.1 and Title 24 for energy savings and rebate eligibility.
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Richard Miller
Wiring 101: Comparing Hex Kit and Linear Light Installation
This guide covers NEC electrical load rules, thermal risks for drivers, and performance data to help choose between hex grid and linear high bay systems.
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Richard Miller
Impact on Client Perception: Hex vs. Utility Gym Lighting
Analysis of how hex lights and utility-grade fixtures shape client views and business outcomes in gyms and fitness facilities.
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Richard Miller
Fixing Flicker in Dimmable Hexagon Light Installations
Covers TRIAC vs. ELV dimmers, 440W chain limits, and UL 1598 standards for stable garage gym lighting.
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Richard Miller
Automating Garage Lighting: App Control for Hex Kits
Covers 0-10V vs smart plugs, electrical load planning for arrays, and designing Task, Ambient, Showcase light scenes.
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Richard Miller
Wiring Dimmable Drivers Safely for Your Garage Gym
Covers electrical load management, chassis grounding, 16-gauge wire selection, and environmental safeguards for high-power LED arrays.
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Richard Miller
Are WiFi Dimmer Switches Compatible with Hex Lights?
Covers TRIAC vs 0-10V dimming, minimum load issues, NEC compliance for large installs, UL 1598, and ROI analysis for DIY smart lighting.
