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Like a stream of light itself, the market for LED lighting can fluctuate. When initially introduced, its limitations and expense prohibited its widespread use. With continued technological advancement, LED has turned into an affordable lighting optio…

UV lamps exist for various purposes. They can kill bacteria, accelerate plant growth and even sterilize surgical equipment. Such usefulness is due to its strength and light ray penetration. Unfortunately, the strength of UV light can be detrimental w…

Many industries require high temperature facilities to produce or process, creating various hazards out of necessity. While there will always be a certain amount of risk required for these industrial processes, this doesn't mean we can't work on ways…

All measurable energy is given a unit of measurement and light is no exception. For this reason, you would expect all type of lighting to be measured in the same way. While light output can be given the same unit of measurement, the type of lighting…

LED lighting has many benefits for indoor industrial settings. Outdoor lighting requirements and challenges are different, but this doesn't mean LED can't be just as useful in an al fresco environment. Here OEO shows you some of these specific b…

High bay lighting has different requirements than low bay light, but it is not as simple as brightness. Lighting an industrial space which is not only high-ceilinged, but also very wide, takes specific consideration. High pressure sodium bulbs have b…

When upgrading to LED lighting, commercial properties have various options. Not all these options will be available as it depends on both the nature of the existing light fixtures and the lighting requirements of the building. One of these options is…

Big box retailers, such as Walmart, Costco or Target, have many concerns when it comes to safety. As they cater to members of the public, not all the people within the spaces have the strict codes and training of professionals working in other commer…

There are various reasons why you will need to control the brightness of your LED bulbs. This is the same for residential as well as commercial and industrial properties, even if the considerations are on different scales. Here we share these reasons…

LED lighting means you can have your lights switched on for longer and use less energy for the privilege. This doesn't mean you shouldbe leaving lights on longer. The energy efficiency of LED lighting is an opportunity not only to save money, but to…

There are many considerations to make when upgrading to LED lighting, but none of them should make you hesitate the initial decision. LED lighting is safer, faster, cheaper and more efficient than rival technologies such as metal halide and high pres…

If you don't already know the benefits of LED lighting, then read our article on why converting to LED is so beneficial for you and your business. When you decide to make this conversion, and we have little doubt you will, you may want some extra tip…

The education of children requires a holistic approach to all of their needs. Teaching faculty are understandably worried there are not enough resources to keep students' minds stimulated. There are various personal issues which can complicate the da…

To look at how we can reduce energy consumption, we need to look at the energy source. There are other blogs where we can look at heating consumption or appliance energy reduction, but we're OEO and we know lights. Let's see how LED can save energy a…

Not many people will wonder why efficiency is important for industrial lighting. In any industry, efficiency means you can produce more rapidly and stay ahead of the competition. Being efficient is a desired outcome for any business. However, no…

In various industries, the careful balance of all working elements is understandably focused on production, processing or whatever commercial use for which the space is intended. This also includes safety, productivity and efficiency. Such a balance…

Indoor sports centers come in various sizes and can have a wide range of features. The purpose, however, is the same in all. They exist to help maintain fitness and generally improve our well-being. While these purposes are facilitated by treadmills,…

If you own an industrial space such as a warehouse or processing plant, overheads are a constant burden. They can be the deciding factor in whether you are able to keep operating. Reducing them is a perpetual mission which can be difficult in a world…

Whatever it is a plant manufactures, much thought goes into safe running of the machines and any mechanical element of the production line. Even soft plush toys being made in a factory use materials which can be hazardous in certain scenarios. Worker…

It is easy to think of warehouses simply as big rooms. But the industrial nature of warehouses means that storage can get complicated. What you store, how you store it and how you look for it seem like easy concepts from the outside, but can become c…

With so many different lighting options available on the market today, it can be hard to know which one is right for your business. What’s important to remember is not all lighting solutions are created equal. In fact, many warehouses, studios, facto…

Make Your Pathway a Little Brighter with OEO The key to brightening up your area is using a solution that’s proven to provide stronger, longer-lasting, more efficient light. LED Bollard lighting solutions satisfy all three—OEO offers high-qualit…

There are many considerations operators of chemical treatment plants need to make. Safety is not the least of them, but all the disparate elements need to come together for effective production and maintenance. While careful regulations and protocol…

Are You Using the Right Lights for Your Facility? Part of effectively managing your facility is making sure that the technology you’re using is up-to-date. If you’re currently using Metal Halide (high-intensity discharge) bulbs rather than LED b…

Making the change to LED lighting might take some consideration. Every new investment has its risks. For example, with lighting your bulbs and fixtures will not run out all at the same time, so there may be a certain concern about waste. Fortunately,…

If you have done your research, you will know all about the savings on both cost and efficiency LED lighting can save your business. With up to 80% energy savings per bulb, plug and play direct replacement bulbs and a much greater cost effectiveness…

One of the most important aspects of LED lighting is one we often don't consider. They are one of the most compact lighting sources available. High intensity discharge bulbs like the metal halide or high pressure sodium bulbs many industries still us…

In the past florescent tube lighting have been used for a wide range of purposes. Their long design allows light to pass through a relatively wide space, filling up areas longitudinally. You may find these lights used in homes and offices, but they h…

While previous eras may have been excused from their ignorance of the damage of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, the same excuses can't be made for present generations. Sunscreen, shades and even beauty products are requisites in any sunny climate. Howeve…

As with all industries, lighting has gone through an evolution. Like any evolution, it is a progression and it is rare one element will be replaced directly with another.High intensity discharge bulbs (HIDs) have been a very important stage in this e…