Thach Nguyen Ngoc
UL vs. ETL for Garage Hex Lights: What's the Difference?
Certifications like UL and ETL ensure garage hex light safety. Learn how to verify listings, distinguish components, and apply practical safety tips for your DIY project.
Comprehensive Guides
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Steve Shepherd
Why an IK08+ Rating Matters for Parking Structure Lights
Engineers, contractors, and facility managers will learn why an IK08+ impact rating is crucial for parking structure lighting. Understand IEC 622262, when to use IK08 vs. IK10, and how to...
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Steve Shepherd
Sensor Control Strategies for Parking Garage Lighting
Strategies for parking garage lighting sensors. Learn to combine LED fixtures with occupancy and daylight sensors for 20-40% energy savings, enhanced safety, and code compliance. Includes templates.
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Steve Shepherd
Reducing Glare in Parking Garages for Driver Safety
This guide details how to reduce glare in parking garages, enhancing driver safety. Learn about vapor tight fixtures, optimal optics, layout strategies, and control settings for facility teams.
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Steve Shepherd
Preventing Frost Buildup on Freezer Lighting
This guide explains how to prevent frost on freezer lighting. Learn about sealed construction, thermal design, drivers, and sensors to maintain clear lenses and safe cold storage operations.
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Thach Nguyen Ngoc
Lighting Layout Principles for Cold Storage Areas
Article outlines a code-aligned framework for designing lighting layouts in cold storage areas, freezers, and refrigerated warehouses. Understand illuminance targets, fixture types, and control requirements.
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Steve Shepherd
ASHRAE 90.1 vs. IECC vs. Title 24 Controls
Breakdown of ASHRAE 90.1, IECC, and Title 24 lighting control requirements. Learn a superset strategy for multi-state commercial and industrial compliance.
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Steve Shepherd
Meeting Auto Shutoff Rules with Occupancy Sensors
Article explains how to design, configure, and document sensor-based control systems to meet IECC 2024 & ASHRAE 90.1 auto shutoff rules. Includes templates, checklist, and documentation tips.
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Steve Shepherd
Retrofitting Controls for Title 24 Compliance
Guide explains how to retrofit lighting controls in California warehouses for Title 24 compliance. Understand requirements, wiring, sensors, and unlock utility rebates.
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Steve Shepherd
Control Zoning Strategies for ASHRAE 90.1 & IECC
Guide to designing practical lighting control zones for ASHRAE 90.1 & IECC. Learn about sensor densities, wiring limits, and compliance for warehouses and commercial spaces.
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Thach Nguyen Ngoc
ROI of Daylight Harvesting for Code Compliance
Guide to daylight harvesting ROI for commercial lighting projects. Understand code compliance, estimate savings, and optimize controls for real-world payback.
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Thach Nguyen Ngoc
Why Mechanics Are Choosing UFO High Bays for Task Lighting
Mechanics will learn why UFO high bay lights are ideal for precision work. Understand the importance of high CRI, optimal CCT, IP65 ratings, and layout planning for shadow-free workshops.
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Steve Shepherd
UFO High Bay in a Garage: Overkill or a Smart Investment?
Garage owners and DIYers: Decide if a UFO high bay light is a smart investment for your space. Compare high bays to traditional lighting, analyzing cost, brightness, installation, and long-term...
