Selecting the appropriate lighting for high school gymnasiums is a critical decision that impacts both the functionality and aesthetics of the space. Two popular choices in the market are  UFO-style round LED high bays and linear LED high bays. Each type has its own set of advantages and disadvantages, and the ideal choice depends on a variety of factors such as the specific requirements of the space, the types of sports activities that will be conducted, and budget considerations. In this article, we'll explore the pros and cons of each, incorporating the … Continue reading

While doing some research last week, I bumped into this great video that was put together by the folks at ElectricTV.net.  I was surprised to see the logo of one of our sister sites towards the end, so I decided to reach out and ask if they would let us embed the video here.  It's great to see all of the points we've been stressing about T5HO high bay lighting being repeated by a professional organization like NECA and IBEW. ElectricTV.net is the on-line “Television network” of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and their contractors, The National Ele … Continue reading

I was just recently sent a link to Shanghai Hong Yuan Lighting & Electric Equipment Company Ltd, a professional ISO certified LVD induction lamp manufacturer located in Shanghai. The company provides a wide variety of induction lamps and fixtures. They also have a fantastic video that was filmed by the Discovery Channel that shows how induction lamps are made. … Continue reading

At this years TED talks, Bill Gates unveiled his vision for the world's energy future, describing the need for "miracles" to avoid planetary catastrophe and explaining why he's backing a dramatically different type of nuclear reactor. The necessary goal? Zero carbon emissions globally by 2050. You can watch his whole talk below or visit the TED site to view other interesting talks. TED is a small nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading. It started out in 1984 as a conference bringing together people from three worlds: Technology, Entertainment, Design. The conf … Continue reading