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114. Lighting Comparison: LED vs High Pressure Sodium Lighting
Sep
30,
2024

114. Lighting Comparison: LED vs High Pressure Sodium Lighting

By Dani Thomason • Sep 30, 2024

Lighting plays a crucial role in commercial and industrial spaces. From warehouses and factories to parking lots and street lighting, the efficiency, longevity, and cost-effectiveness of your lighting system can significantly impact operational costs…
113. Why Lumens Are Better than Watts for Measuring LED Lights
Sep
29,
2024

113. Why Lumens Are Better than Watts for Measuring LED Lights

By Dani Thomason • Sep 29, 2024

When choosing the right lighting, many people still think in terms of watts, but it's time to shift that mindset. The real measure of brightness with LED lighting comes down to lumens, not watts. Understanding lumens vs. watts can transform how we th…
112. How to Convert Fluorescent Tube Lights to LED: A Comprehensive Guide
Aug
28,
2024

112. How to Convert Fluorescent Tube Lights to LED: A Comprehensive Guide

By Dani Thomason • Aug 28, 2024

Lighting is the cornerstone of comfort in any space, be it for a bustling office or a spacious warehouse. But let's face it, fluorescent lights have had their day. It’s time to let your lighting shine in a new way with LED technology. If you're still…
111. What Exactly Is a Ballast and Why Does It Matter?
Aug
26,
2024

111. What Exactly Is a Ballast and Why Does It Matter?

By Dani Thomason • Aug 26, 2024

Imagine you’re standing under a flickering fluorescent or metal halide lamp with that annoying buzz humming in your ears. It's almost like the light itself is begging for help. But what’s the root of the issue? Nine times out of ten, it’s the ballast…
110. LED Lighting in the Workplace: The Key to Boosting Productivity
Aug
23,
2024

110. LED Lighting in the Workplace: The Key to Boosting Productivity

By Dani Thomason • Aug 23, 2024

When it comes to workplace productivity, many people overlook one crucial factor: lighting. The right office lighting can make a significant impact on focus, energy levels, and overall efficiency. Yet, it’s often an afterthought. LED lights have quic…
109. Shine Smarter: Uncover the Benefits of LED Lighting
Aug
14,
2024

109. Shine Smarter: Uncover the Benefits of LED Lighting

By Dani Thomason • Aug 14, 2024

Shine Smarter: Uncover the Benefits of LED LightingYou may remember using LED lights back in science class, making basic circuitry to show how electrical current flows. Our memories might give the impression these little unassuming bulbs aren't much…
108.  Light Flicker: What is it and Why Does it Matter?
Jul
28,
2024

108. Light Flicker: What is it and Why Does it Matter?

By Dani Thomason • Jul 28, 2024

In the world of industrial and commercial lighting, ensuring a stable light source is crucial. Whether it's a factory floor, an office space, or a retail store, the quality of lighting can significantly impact productivity, safety, and even the overa…
104. Guide To Understanding Footcandles in Lighting
Jul
01,
2024

104. Guide To Understanding Footcandles in Lighting

By Leah • Jul 01, 2024

Lighting is highly important in our daily lives. It can influence productivity, safety, and comfort in different environments. When it comes to choosing the right lighting for a space, one important but often overlooked metric is the footcandle. W…
103. Lumens vs. Foot Candles:  What You Need to Know
Jun
18,
2024

103. Lumens vs. Foot Candles: What You Need to Know

By Leah • Jun 18, 2024

The lighting industry has experienced tremendous growth in the past ten years, with a vast array of energy-efficient LED lighting options now available for indoor and outdoor facilities. Commercial & industrial LED lighting, for instance, is the…
102. Color Rendering Index (CRI) - Why Is It Important?
Jun
10,
2024

102. Color Rendering Index (CRI) - Why Is It Important?

By Tia O'Brien • Jun 10, 2024

Have you ever bought bedding sets from a store only to see them in a different color under natural light? You may have thought your mind was playing tricks on you. Chances are you’re not alone. In fact, thousands, if not millions of individuals, h…
100. Lumen Maintenance - What is it and Why is it Important?
May
29,
2024

100. Lumen Maintenance - What is it and Why is it Important?

By Jim Luby • May 29, 2024

Lumen maintenance is a critical concept in lighting and refers to the ability of a light source, such as a LED lamp or LED fixture (or luminaire), to maintain its initial light output over time. In essence, it helps us understand LED l…
99. Different Types of LED Light Bulbs and Their Uses
May
15,
2024

99. Different Types of LED Light Bulbs and Their Uses

By Dani Thomason • May 15, 2024

When it comes to lighting solutions for commercial and industrial spaces, LED bulbs (or LED lamps, as they’re more appropriately called) have completely revolutionized the way we light up our environments. Gone are the days of energy-hungry incandesc…
Quick Wins for Energy Savings: Top 3 Lighting Trends for 2024
Dec
04,
2023

Quick Wins for Energy Savings: Top 3 Lighting Trends for 2024

By Theresa Einarsen • Dec 04, 2023

As we approach the end of the year, it's an opportune time for businesses to evaluate their energy usage and consider new, efficient ways to illuminate their spaces. In the realm of commercial lighting, several trends have emerged as game-changers in…
LED Stadium Lighting Project Spotlight - Carmel Catholic High School
Mar
06,
2023

LED Stadium Lighting Project Spotlight - Carmel Catholic High School

By Jim Luby • Mar 06, 2023

OEO Energy Solutions recently completed a LED lighting project with Carmel Catholic High School in Chicago's Northwest Suburbs. Carmel did a 1 for 1 replacement of their legacy lighting fixtures with OEO's energy efficient, LED Sports Light…
Ferroglobe Case Study: OEO Edge Fixture for Harsh Environments
Sep
30,
2022

Ferroglobe Case Study: OEO Edge Fixture for Harsh Environments

By Jim Luby • Sep 30, 2022

CLIENT SUCCESS STORY Ferroglobe has been using OEO's Edge High Temperature fixtures in their plant which have been installed in areas where nothing else would work. They even had fixtures from another company that melted in the same spot! It’s b…
Friday Night Lights with LED Sports Lights!
Sep
02,
2022

Friday Night Lights with LED Sports Lights!

By Jim Luby • Sep 02, 2022

OEO Energy Solutions recently completed a LED lighting project with Carmel Catholic High School, helping them transform and brighten their football field at Baker Stadium just in time for the start of the 2022-23 school year.Prior to the upgrade, Car…
Can You Use LED Bulbs in Enclosed Fixtures?
Aug
22,
2022

Can You Use LED Bulbs in Enclosed Fixtures?

By Leah • Aug 22, 2022

Why Can't I Use Any LED Bulb In An Enclosed Fixture?If you have ever reached over to turn off the light before going to bed and accidentally grazed your arm on a flaming hot incandescent light bulb, you’ll know it’s the stuff of (minor) nightmares. O…
Savings Spotlight: Carmel Catholic High School
Jan
20,
2022

Savings Spotlight: Carmel Catholic High School

By Leah Einarsen • Jan 20, 2022

Brighten up the dark, winter days with an energy-saving lighting project! Check out how Carmel Catholic High School in Mundelein recently took advantage of incentives for an upgrade to the LED lighting in their gymnasium.LEDs and lighting controls pr…
Does LED Lighting Have a Good ROI?
Jan
11,
2022

Does LED Lighting Have a Good ROI?

By Leah • Jan 11, 2022

If you are the proprietor of an industrial building, then you will know managing costs is no easy feat. Even when your product is selling or output is steady, your overheads can add up. Lighting is only one of many budget items which you need to bala…