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
Reduce Farm Energy Costs with Sealed LED Fixtures
Covers agricultural lighting challenges, IP66 ratings, financial ROI analysis, and compliance with UL, DLC, and ASHRAE standards for durable farm retrofits.
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Steve Shepherd
How to Clean & Maintain Lights in a Dusty Barn
Covers the 15% Rule for dust impact, seal inspections, NFPA 70E safety, and a data-driven ROI case study for equestrian barn lighting upgrades.
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Steve Shepherd
Heatsink Design for Dusty Agricultural Buildings
Covers thermal conductivity, dust adhesion, the 10mm Rule, compliance standards, and NEC circuit planning for agricultural lighting.
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Steve Shepherd
Farm Lighting Safety: UL Wet Location vs. IP Rating
Covers NEC compliance, ROI modeling for certified LED upgrades, and practical installation guidance for agricultural facilities.
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Richard Miller
Aluminum vs. Polycarbonate for Barn Light Fixtures
Choosing the right material for barn lighting is crucial. This guide compares aluminum and polycarbonate, detailing their pros, cons, and ideal uses for longevity and performance.
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Richard Miller
How Vapor Tight Lighting Improves Animal Welfare
Farmers learn how specialized vapor tight lighting prevents fixture failure and improves livestock health. Understand light quality, IP/IK ratings, and plan your barn lighting retrofit.
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Richard Miller
Smart Dimming for Hexagon Lights: A DIY Setup Guide
Guide covers dimming types, DIY installation, troubleshooting for buzz/flicker, energy savings payback, and UL/DLC/NEC compliance for hexagon lights.
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Richard Miller
Showroom Safety: Mounting Hex Kits to Commercial Trusses
Covers structural load analysis, rated hardware selection, electrical infrastructure for high-density arrays, and TCO scenario modeling for commercial projects.
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Richard Miller
Heat Management: Ensuring Hex Driver Longevity in Booths
Covers thermal physics, the 10°C rule, scenario modeling for $29k savings, and practical installation tactics for UL/DLC compliance.
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Richard Miller
Driver Thermal Protection: Preventing Hex Kit Overheating
Covers NTC thermistors, thermal shutdown thresholds, UL compliance, and installation checklists for facility managers.
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Richard Miller
Installing Custom Neon Signs on Home Gym Mirrors Safely
Covers the 1/4-inch air gap, 3-step cleaning process, and ROI analysis for LED neon in home gyms.
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Richard Miller
Fixing Dim Spots: Troubleshooting LED Neon Flex Voltage Drop
Covers diagnostic steps, the 20/40 rule for power injection, and key industry standards like UL 8750 and IES LM-79 for reliable installations.
