Lighting

A building's interior lighting system is both a dominant consumer of electrical energy and a major source of internal heat. In the United States about one-quarter of the electricity budget is spent on lighting or more than $37 billion annually. In commercial buildings it normally accounts for more than 30% of the total electrical energy consumed. Yet much of this expense can be avoided.

At Ecologicx First Inc., we provide the latest in technology of efficient lighting. To achieve a quality lighting environment, we carefully choose the equipment to satisfy both performance and aesthetics needs. Lighting equipment selection should be based on a balance between the requirements of the design and an effort to limit the number of fixture types and lamp types in order to have reasonable maintenance inventories. Lamp selection is based on efficacy (lumens per watt), color temperature, color rendering index, life and lumen maintenance, availability, switching, dimming capability, and cost. For example, many T8 and T5 linear fluorescent and compact fluorescent lamps are excellent choices for today's buildings because they are energy efficient, have great color rendering properties, long life, and are readily available, easily controllable and very affordable. High frequency electronic ballasts are also important to visual performance because they reduce eyestrain and fatigue. Frequencies in the 20 kHz range and higher provide smooth, non-flickering lamp operation. Electronic ballasts are also responsible for better lamp performance, extending life and improving color characteristics. Luminaires are selected for their lighting effectiveness. This includes distribution characteristics, efficiency, and quality of construction, aesthetics, and economics.

During the survey process we evaluate your lighting needs and provide a solution for you.