August 2009 Benefits of Intelligent Lighting Control Systems Intelligent lighting control systems transform an area into an energy-saving opportunity. The EPA estimates that the potential energy savings from utilizing such devices can exceed 40%. Furthermore, since peak electrical load patterns tend to parallel periods of the most plentiful daylight, controlling the electric lights in response to the presence of daylight can painlessly reduce peak load. Intelligent Lighting Control Systems: • Increase energy savings • Maximize the abundant, renewable energy resource of natural daylight • Decrease energy consumption • • • Expand building sustainability Reduce building maintenance due to lengthened lamp life Minimize energy usage during peak demand periods In our next issue look for information on CFLs, LED, & other Energy Efficient Lamps Electronic T5HO Fluorescent Digital Dimming Systems SYLVANIA QUICKTRONIC DALI Dimming combines digital control technology with fullrange continuous dimming to provide a new level of lighting system performance. This allows for greater flexibility and control of the lighting environment than can be achieved with traditional 0-10VDC dimming systems. The communications protocol is “DALI”, an acronym for “Digital Addressable Lighting Interface”. This is a worldwide standard for digital lighting control that has been accepted by all the leading lighting suppliers. Daylighting with Hubbell Adaptive Technology Daylighting increases productivity and results in higher levels of employee satisfaction and retention due to brighter working conditions. For LEED certified buildings, architects strive to maximize interior daylighting through the introduction of natural light into a building’s occupied areas. Daylighting controls use photocell technology to maintain required lighting levels based on available natural lighting in these spaces. Daylighting switching controls turn lights on and off depending on the sufficiency of natural light available. Ideal for offices and classrooms, daylighting dimming controls maintain a more precise level of lighting by continuously adjusting light output based on changing daylighting conditions. GR 2400-i™ Control Panel Lighting Control & Design’s MicroPanel™ comes standard equipped with four relays (MicroPanel-4) and provides integration features simply not available anywhere else; particularly the advanced daylight harvesting properties. It is a compact lighting controller with up to 8 switching (iDH) and 0 - 10v dimming (iDim) outputs that links every room into one digital, easy-to-use system. For more points of control, the MicroPanel-8 (with 8 relays) provides 8 switched outputs with 4 dimmed outputs – using a single control card. It is the ideal solution for applications requiring more than 4 switch legs. Example: “a, b, c” lighting with dimming, a leg for presentation lighting over a white board, emergency lighting, and a contact closure for the thermostat. WattStopper High Bay Occupancy Sensors The HB350* occupancy sensors are designed for automatic lighting control in warehouse high bay applications. All models contain a passive infrared sensor (PIR). The HB350 series sensors are modular and are made up of two parts, a Power Module (HB350*) and a Lens (HBLx). The coverage area is determined by the lens module. The lenses are interchangeable with any HB3xx series sensor. All models in the HB350 series use a set of DIP switches to set the time delay and PIR sensitivity. The HB350 basic model provides a single load controlling relay. The HB350D adds daylighting control and the HB350DR adds a second load controlling relay. The sensor features can be configured using the DIP switches. What is GRAFIK Eye® QS?GRAFIK Eye QS, from Lutron, is a powerful, customizable preset lighting control system that allows you to adjust lights and shades for any task or activity. GRAFIK Eye QS helps you save energy, as well as meet the aesthetic, functional, and regulatory needs of any project or space. Lutron’s reliable Clear Connect RF Technology™ provides wireless connectivity to shades, sensors, and keypads. RF capability adds flexibility, saves time and costs during the design and installation process, and provides convenient light control from anywhere in the space. GRAFIK Eye QS is now available to directly control EcoSystem® and Hilume® 3D digital fluorescent ballasts, as well as Hi-lume LED drivers. What are the benefits? • Improve comfort and productivity • Simplify design & integration • Save energy & comply with codes • Enhance flexibility & scalability August • ISOLE PLUG LOAD CONTROLS • Energy Saving controls for your desktop Special • Click Here for August Discount *Not all products are stocked in every location