A new light source that enhances performance, comfort, your health and well-being.
Sunlight is an essential factor for creating healthy biorhythms. Our ComfoLED spectrum closely mimics natural sunlight, giving you a healthier solution to your lighting needs.
Benefits of using ComfoLED (compared to a normal LED);
Accurate, natural colour appearance
Comfortable ambience
Better sleep
Increased alertness and performance
Healthier eyes (prevents Myopia and eye discomfort)
Happy and healthier indoor plants (the perfect light for your botanical lighting needs)
The Technology
This revolutionary technology features a purple emitter in combination with a red, green, and blue phosphor mix, unlike the conventional white LED that use a blue emitter with yellow & red phosphor. By removing the blue LED light source and replacing it with a purple light LED chip, lighting technology is fundamentally transformed. It is now possible to render colours accurately with great efficiency and positive effects on health. Spending time under LED lights without this technology can be associated with eye discomfort and poor sleep patterns.
In the modern world we live in, with more time spent inside and on devices, this technology is even more important to ensure the healthy lifestyle we all deserve.
Applications;
Horticultural
Education
Office
Hospital
Gallery
Select Retail
Contact us today to view a sample of this technology for yourself.
Lighting Design for Industrial lighting applications considers the luminaires selected based on the following criteria:
Performance
Appearance
Performance of the luminaires is the important factor in Industrial applications, rather than the appearance. Our lighting designers find the right balance between the two components to achieve the best results.
The word industrial can be classified as many things. It could be food processing or manufacturing of food or food grade products, motor vehicles or motor vehicle parts, furniture manufacturing or assembly, manufacture storage and distribution of hazardous materials or chemicals etc.
As part of our Lighting Design process to select a suitable light fixture/s for industrial applications we review the selection criteria as followed:
Identify the type of industry or business.
Reference requirements set out by Australian standards and MEPS (Minimum Energy Performance Standard)
Select a Luminaire.
Verify data and results.
1. Identify the type of industry or business
First, we identify the type of industry to get a thorough understanding of what type of luminaries will suit the space. If the industry is related to manufacturing or processing food or food grade products, it is necessary to find fittings rated as HACCP [Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point] for anywhere processing of food is involved. For everywhere else, standard fittings may be used.
There may be a Gas room or chemical storage where additional safety precautions are necessary. Explosion proof lighting must be selected for spaces such as Gas rooms with appropriate Zone classification.
Similarly, for chemical storage facilities, it is ideal to find out what type of chemicals are stored in the facility as materials used to make luminaire housing can degrade faster when exposed to certain chemicals and may even cause a fire.
The same selection criteria must be applied when selecting exit and emergency lighting for the designated space.
IP and IK rating of a luminaire are also important if the industry specification requires water/dust proof fittings or vandal proof fittings.
A good understanding of allocation of spaces withing the business can minimise luminaire selection errors, thus increase the lighting design efficiency and profit.
2. Reference Lighting Standards and MEPS (Minimum Energy Performance Standard)
The second step of the process is to identify relevant Australian standards and MEPS requirements for the defined lighting design spaces of the building.
For all interior spaces AS1680 is referred to and depending on the exterior lighting requirements, AS1158 (For Vehicular and Pedestrian traffic)/AS 4282 (Obtrusive lighting) is referenced.
For all exit and emergency lighting requirements, AS2293 is referred to.
Within this step, we review the lighting uniformities for each space, calculation/measurement point spacings, calculation plane heights and calculation point direction (horizontal or vertical).
Depending on the type of industry/business we also calculate appropriate maintenance factors for lighting. Bearing in mind that multiple maintenance factors can be applied to different spaces in the same building.
At this stage, we can also investigate the specific requirements set by the client. It can be colour temperature or colour rendering values and style/colour of the fittings.
3. Selecting a Luminaire
Now we select a luminaire with performance that matches step 1. and 2.
Step 1. Determine the appearance and build quality of the luminaire or type of lamp inside the luminaire.
Step 2. Look at the performance of the luminaire and its characteristics. Pay attention to the luminous intensity and distribution of the luminaire. Unless otherwise stated by the Australian standard or client specifications, colour temperature, rendering index etc. can be application specific.
Our best practice is to choose the right light distribution for each space. For example, we can use a linear flat-bay light with asymmetric or bat wing type of distribution instead of a regular hi-bay fitting with a round light distribution.
The correct light distribution makes sure we see what we want to see clearly, and general lighting to be provided for a safe working environment.
The below lighting design example illustrates how we can use different distributions for storage spaces. It is evident that we can better illuminate racking/shelving with asymmetric light distributions rather than the typical hi-bay lights with spherical light distribution.
Glare is another outcome of lighting installation and it is important to select fittings that are low in glare in-order to stay within the recommended glare values stated by Australian standards.
Typical Hi-bay
Linear flat-bay
4. Verify data and results
Once appropriate luminaires are selected, we verify if the results will comply with the relevant standards using manual calculation methods or computer software.
At this stage we decide if we can use the selected luminaire for the design or if we need to select a different fitting if it does not fulfil all design criteria.
At Aglo we use high quality luminaires and are committed to deliver accurate lighting simulations so clients have peace of mind knowing that the lighting meets all relevant standards and codes of practice.
Want to talk to us about your Industrial Lighting? Get in touch with us today so we can improve your lighting experience.
A well thought out lighting design does more than satisfy compliance and safety requirements for illumination; it will allow retailers to highlight products displays, draw focus to merchandise tables, and direct the flow of foot traffic to specific areas within the store environment.
Let us look at the general lighting design principles for an effective retail store layout by creating “Zones”:
1. Wall-Bay Shop Displays
For wall displays, it is imperative the lighting provides even illumination from top to bottom. These areas require high illuminance levels, generally exceeding 1000+ lux. These areas also benefit from high colour saturation, as it draws attention to the displays.
2. Mannequins
Mannequins positioned in the shop window form the customer’s first point of contact with the brand’s visual merchandising. Also acting as a window to the brand’s products and ethos, mannequins needs to attract and retain the attention of passers-by in a very short timeframe. For this reason, very high illuminance levels (exceeding 2000+ lux) are required to correctly illuminate and emphasise the retail offering. High colour saturation to draw attention, and there must be significant spill light into the general mall area to attract shoppers in.
3. Merchandise Tables
These central display tables require specifically targeted illuminance, with levels exceeding 1000+ lux. It is also important to limit light spillage as much as possible into the circulation areas, as it lessens the impact of the targeted illumination. Once again, high colour saturation is preferred to draw attention to the displayed goods.
4. Entry Portal
In order to attract customers into the store, very high illuminance of 1000-2000lux is required here. Often, lighting designers and retailers will prefer fittings spill light into the general mall area to attract shoppers.
5. Circulation Areas
Lower illuminance levels are required for these areas, with general lighting being enough. The lower illuminance in this space creates a contrast with the more brightly areas, drawing attention to merchandise and away from empty space.In short, ensuring that individual areas of the store are correctly lit, allows retailers to direct traffic within the store, focus attention and highlight product offerings.
Ideal Positioning of Luminaires: Bright Light and the Right Light
The below rendering of wall-bay shop displays is an excellent example of well-planned luminaires combined with a strong, effective lighting design. Illuminance is even from top to bottom, highlighting the merchandise uniformly. The fittings have been aimed precisely so that there is no noticeable light scalloping, and all light is concentrated on merchandise. Note the lower illuminance in the circulation areas. As outlined on the previous page, you can see the strong contrast that is created between the products on display and the general foot traffic areas.
Good Lighting Design In Practice
In the below finished lighting design Aglo completed recently, you can easily see the design principles applied: the false-colour render shows much higher illuminance and targeted lighting over the wall-bay shop displays and the central merchandise stands. It also demonstrates the lower illumination in the general circulation areas.
You can also clearly see the slightly higher illumination at the front of the store (to the right side of the top-right image); this is the spillage into the general mall area, designed to draw eyes and customers into the store.
Want to learn more about how to nail your store’s perfect lighting design? Get in touch with us today so we can improve your lighting experience.
As per the latest Government announcement, Victoria has gone into Stage 4 restrictions. While Aglo Systems HQ is based in Melbourne, we operate nationally with clients throughout Australia and New Zealand.
We are running our business with our Melbourne based customer service, sales, marketing and admin staff working from home and a COVID Safe plan for production and delivery.
Our priority is always the safety of our staff, suppliers, and customers, and we are continuing to follow the Government’s advice in relation to managing COVID-19 with our facilities.
If you have any questions in regards to lead times, current or new projects please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team via 1300 601 931 or sales@aglosystems.com.au.
LED shelf lighting can be a highly effective and efficient way to highlight retail offerings, create ambience, and accentuate decorative displays.
Given the increasing popularity of LED shelf lighting across both the retail and non-retail areas, we look at why this is the case and what it may be able to do for your needs.
1. Cost and Energy Efficiency Advantages of LED Shelf Lighting
The retail environment is notoriously rough and tumble at times. A retail store environment requires reliable, sturdy and energy-efficient lights capable of withstanding high traffic volumes.
Without filaments or glass enclosures, LED strip lighting is resistant to breakage and largely immune to vibrations and other day-to-day impacts. In a retail environment, which is full of the hustle and bustle of foot traffic and everyday trade, this is a key attribute. LED lighting is also known for its extremely low power consumption and generally high efficacy (power-to-output ration). With proper heat dissipation, little heat will be generated – perfect for smaller or enclosed spaces, such as small display shelving units.
With a lifetime of minimum 50,000 hours before it starts to dim, and requiring virtually zero maintenance, LED lighting is extremely long-lasting and cost-effective over the lifetime of the fitting.
LED shelf lighting can result in lower power consumption, overhead and operation costs for retailers, and cheaper lifetime costs due to the extremely long lifetime, hardiness and minimal maintenance requirements inherent to LED lighting.
2. Diversity of applications – Retail and Non-Retail Environments
LED shelf lighting is the easiest way to highlight displays, providing uniform lighting, and create ambience. It is increasingly used in the hospitality industry, from high-end luxe hotels to industrial-chic warehouse conversions, to restaurants and cocktail bars. LED shelf lighting is also being rapidly adopted in private homes, where it is used to create a premium feel in kitchens and bathrooms, to illuminate keepsakes and vignettes in lounge rooms and studies, or to provide unobtrusive task lighting in butler’s pantries.
One of the key advantages of LED shelf lighting is that it is easy to install and can be applied almost anywhere. By positioning LED strips at the front or rear of the shelf, clients can create a focused light or can generate softer backlighting. Well-placed shelf lighting can also shine through objects on shelves, highlighting the contents, and provides visual depth and another element to the design.
Another benefit of LED shelf lighting is that is adaptable. In a residential and hotel applications, warmer lighting colours create moodier, intimate and luxurious atmospheres; in retail applications, cooler lighting colours better accentuate the product and create more realistic, punchier colour perception.
LED strip lighting can also be supplied in flexible housing, allowing it to curve and hug bends, and is available in moisture resistant (IP54), waterproof (IP65) and fully weatherproof ratings (IP67), demonstrating the versatility in its installation. LED shelf lighting minimises any shadows cast by overhead ceiling light, and is also low glare, ensuring visual comfort for end-users.
3. Greater Control and Illumination for Highlighting Visual Merchandising
The drawing on the left has shelving illuminated by overhead track-mounted spotlights. In order to have adequate lighting to the bottom shelf, overhead spots (usually about 20W-30W) must be angled specifically. Even then, the light throw generally lands on the items at the front of the shelf. If someone is to stand in front of the light beams, visibility is reduced even further. Beam angles for this sort of task lighting are roughly 20-30°, which means a fair amount of power is required.
With track-mounted spotlights, it can be hard to get even illumination on all shelves. This is even more apparent when there are obstructions in front of the display. LED shelving works where spots doesn’t, by ensuring there is even, uniform light distribution that is unaffected by obstructions in front of displays.
In the second image on the right, LED shelf lighting provides a far more targeted light source. The objects at the back of the shelf are also lit, as the linear LED has a beam angle of usually 110-120°. A similar result is achieved using far lower power consumption (usually 9.6W/m or 14.4W/m, sometimes 19.2W/m if the client wants to really light things up). The LED shelf lighting is immune to shoppers standing in front a light source and blocking the light, as would happen with track-mounted spots.
4. Greater Control of Dimming Capabilities
LED lighting has a high degree of control, allowing dimming to as low as 10% (compared to incandescent bulbs, which only go as low as 30%). LED lighting can also be dimmed intelligently with methods such as DALI (Digital Addressable Lighting Interface), a network-based lighting control system; and Casambi, a Bluetooth-based lighting control system accessed via an app installed on smartphones, tablets, smart watches and intelligent wall switches.
These dimming and control options can be included as part of the larger room’s overall lighting control system. In doing so, shelving lighting can be programmed to thoughtfully complement overall lighting, or to stand om its own as a feature.
5. Environmentally Conscious
With sustainability being part of the corporate ethos for many clients and end-users, environmental concerns are more important than ever before. LED shelving can be a key component of an environmentally conscious installation for several reasons.
Its extended lifetime and low power requirements mean that it is an environmentally conscious choice; the longevity of LED fittings means that replacement is rare, which helps to keep more lights out of landfill
LED lightig also contains no mercury or lead, unlike older lighting technologies. In particular, compact fluorescent bulbs of the past posed safety risks if improperly disposed of; failed LED lights are safe to handle and do not require specialised clean-up.
If you are interested in LED shelving, or if you require a lighting design to see how your LED shelving could be improved, get in touch with us today so we can improve your lighting experience.
The most crucial element of determining the finish of a custom designed feature or bespoke luminaire is understanding the difference between, “What the customer is asking for?” and “What effect is the customer intending to achieve?”
At Aglo, we frequently are asked to achieve a desired look or finish with a given material. For example, a client may request a polished gold finish on a feature pendant. However, a key consideration when a client asks for such a finish is, “Are they are aware that polished gold reflects the surfaces and colours around it?” In order to achieve a mirrored finish, while still ensuring the gold colour remains prominent, the luminaire will need to have an element of satin in the finish. A skilled bespoke luminaire fabricator will be aware of considerations such as these and will be able to advise requested finish’s viability.
A good example of how materiality affects finish can be seen in the custom luminaires Aglo Custom created for Castello’s Pakenham Hotel.
The circular discs initially appear gloss black but are in fact mirrored chrome. The black appearance is a result of the matte black ceiling being reflected in the luminaire. An experienced bespoke lighting manufacturer can advise of these factors during the design or prototyping stages. In this case, this is the result the client was seeking.
Materialty and texture
When it comes to bespoke luminaires, materiality is just as important as form, function and location, and is as inseparable from the design process as the other three.
Materiality, when considered and executed thoughtfully, ensures visual coherence and complements the form of the luminaire, while providing a purposeful use. It should never be considered separate or subsequent to design; a skilled custom lighting manufacturer will be able to ensure that the vision in the architect’s mind will translate seamlessly into reality.
Creating visual depth and tactile appeal
A luminaire’s materiality can introduce visual depth and tactile appeal to a room, whether it be a feature pendant, a series of wall sconces, or a centrepiece table lamp. Changes in material can alter the way a fitting absorbs or reflects light and can create personality and character within the space. Exotic textures help to personalise an interior design and can also increase the perception of a luminaire as bespoke, custom-crafted, or handmade.
Warm and cool materials
These materials make the space feel warmer, intimate, and more organic. Common “warm” materials include ceramic, terracotta, leather, wood, rattan, wicker, rope, and fabrics. Metal elements, even when finished in warmer colours, make a space seem cooler, more impersonal, and more architectural. Common “cool” materials include glass, steel, aluminium and concrete.
Stone is a chameleon, adapting to the environment around it to enhance the existing scheme. The complex and intriguing veins within marble means it is being increasingly incorporated into bespoke table lamps, feature pendants, and decorative wall lamps. Split sandstone’s rougher edges give warmth, character and texture, and reinforce perceptions of “handmade” or “artisanal”. Polished stone such as marble, granite, travertine and terrazzo are cooler, and imbue feelings of luxury or extravagance. While many of these materials do not feature in the luminaire’s construction, they must nonetheless complement each other and the overall design aesthetic.
A marble benchtop in warmer, earthier tones (browns, beiges, golds and reddish oranges) encourages a warm and homely feeling; the same marble benchtop in cooler colour tones (silvers/greys, charcoals, blacks, blues) is cooler, more architectural and creates more of a statement. Whites and very light greys can be completely neutral, taking on the tone of the environment. This same analogy applies to using stone in bespoke luminaires; the colour and cut of the stone can drastically change how it feels in a room.
Consider a pendant with a matte terracotta finish, as compared to a pendant with a terracotta-coloured steel. Whilst both examples are similar in colour, they produce very different results aesthetically. The porous, rougher surface of terracotta attracts the eye differently, and is perceived as more earthy, natural and artisanal. The terracotta material also absorbs light more than it reflects, altering how we perceive the fitting.
Design aesthetic of project/room will influence finishes required
When manufacturing a bespoke luminaire, particularly a large feature fitting, it is important to consider how the fitting’s materiality will complement the design aesthetic of the room.
For example, our Manchester Unity Dental Suite featured several feature pendants in the Art Deco style. To harmonise with the building’s architecture, the fittings needed to reflect Art Deco’s chrome, metallic and glass finishes. Cooler textures and finishes, darker and more muted colours and ornate designs in the luminaires reflect the building’s period details.
By contrast, the rope feature pendants and floor lamps we created for Galleria Shopping Plaza use the warming, organic feel of rope to soften the otherwise industrial space; a metal or glass pendant would have rendered the space harsh and utilitarian.
Managing cost
The bespoke luminaire design process can be a very expensive one if not managed by experienced hands. From a fabrication perspective, warmer materials are likely to be harder to produce due to requirement of human involvement and the lesser scope for automation. These materials are harder and often more time-intensive to manipulate. A skilled bespoke luminaire designer or fabricator will make you aware of these factors, as more labour-intensive will be more cost-intensive.
A skilled fabricator will also be aware of advancements in this field, with 3D printing one of the most rapidly developing manufacturing resources. A 3D-printed terracotta-finished wall light, for example, is a cost-effective alternative method of replicating the look, feel and style of terracotta, but without high labour involvement that terracotta would normally have.
Contact usto discuss your custom design and manufacturing requirements today.
We are proud to support the Overseas Qualified Professionals Program #OQP which helps to provide skilled migrant professionals with an introduction to Australian workplace culture, communication skills and management concepts. The program is an effective way of giving people experience for a period of 6-12 weeks while developing their skill set and providing them with industry insight. We welcomed Neda, a professional lighting designer with an architectural background into our Lighting Design team. We sat down with Neda to find out more about the program and her experience at Aglo Systems.
Tell us a bit about yourself, your background and why you decided to join OQP?
I am a professional lighting designer with an architectural background who moved to Australia with my family a year ago. I found it difficult to find a job within the lighting industry in the past year so I started working as a drafter in a consulting company. Although the team were great I couldn’t convince myself to stop searching for the job I love which is lighting design. As it was difficult to enter the industry without local experience I decided to join the OQP program as it offered a short placement with full work insurance coverage, while allowing me to have experience at a good Australian lighting company and gain local experience.
What is the process of joining the OQP Program? The process of joining OQP is really simple you just need to enrol and they immediately offer their help and support with classes on how to tailor your CV for the Australian market or seminars about the importance of OHS in work place and more.
What is your role at Aglo Systems and how does this relate to your experience? I am working with the Lighting Design Team, learning about Mondolux products, their design process and BCA regulations in the lighting industry which is exactly what I was hoping to gain from the placement and as local experience.
Are you enjoying your experience at Aglo Systems? Aglo is a great team, they are professional and welcomed me with warmth and support. It is a pleasure working with the Lighting Design team. I have learnt AGi32 which is the main software for lighting calculations in Australia in less than three weeks. l am also impressed by the whole design, marketing, custom design and warehouses teams working together daily and supporting each other.
Would you recommend OQP program? I would definitely recommend the OQP program to all my professional friends who don’t have local experience and are struggling to find their way in the Australia’s market. I am very grateful for this experience and have enjoyed the placement thoroughly.
Our Managing Director, Pat Galvin and General Manager, Lucas Zumpolle travelled to Dusseldorf to explore the latest lighting trends in shopfitting and lighting at the Euroshop 2020 Show. While generally, the attendance was down on previous years, there were still plenty of exhibitors displaying their products. Of interest from a lighting perspective was a demand for illuminated adjustable shelves. The innovations in linear shelf lighting systems enable you to have an illuminated shelf with no fixed wiring. The benefits include ease of installation and the in-store convenience of adjustability, without the need to disconnect potentially messy wiring. We will be working with our partners and releasing to you soon.
Another notable point of interest in lighting trends was the advancement of in-store technology/lighting compatibility. We were able to work through the possibilities of user-friendly in-store experiences, via a Mobile phone or in-store handheld device. The lighting system installed in your store is able to emit a signal which then interacts with your chosen device. The customer can then walk anywhere in the store and identify, then download the chosen item.
We are looking forward to sharing new Dynamic Shop Window lighting which is used to create the illusion of movement within static window displays. Dynamic Shop Window lighting is produced via Casambi and controlling through the dimming, timing and colour temperature feature to create 3 or 4 moments to create the sequence for the display. The benefits include increased shopper engagement and footfall whilst also being a cost-effective way to change up window displays. We are looking forward to sharing further information about this innovation with you soon.
Philips have developed drivers with Visible Light Communication technology (VLC), allowing the LEDs modulate an identifier at a frequency beyond human perception. As the VLC technology is integrated into the driver by design, there is no impact on the energy efficiency, and allows luminaires to transmit VLC while upholding the guarantee of the driver.
We look forward to working with our partners to bring to the market this exciting technology in a user-friendly way.
Please contact any of our sales or design team for further information.
Lighting design is an essential element of creating Instagram-friendly instore experiences. The idea that a picture is worth a thousand words could not be more true in the Instagram age. With over a billion monthly users and over half a billion posts generated daily, Instagram can be the heart of visual marketing and brand awareness campaign.
At Aglo, we work extensively with interior designers, architects and creative studios to produce memorable experiences within the retail, hospitality and hotel industries. Today, we delve into how to make your bustling sales floor, destination fine-dining affair, or chic coffee hotspot more Instagram-friendly.
Lighting Cafés, Bars and Restaurants for Instagram
Lighting does more than showcase your product or venue – it has a huge effect on photographs. Natural light is the best, so expansive windows are always a sure-fire way to nail a great Instagram photo. If this isn’t an option, the right lighting design can help to keep Instagram’s “it” crowd coming back for more.
Fluorescent lights don’t create an attractive environment, and they certainly aren’t conducive to curated photos. Natural lighting lends itself well to Instagram, particularly for those accounts aiming for a pale theme or feed colour palette. However, if your décor palettes (and therefore your Instagram aesthetic) is more brooding – fear not! Well-lit Insta photos can still be achieved through clever use of narrow spotlights, a well-placed backlight glow, or the subtle addition of table lamps. How a space is lit can make or break the aesthetic, so it is important to understand lighting a space can create visual impact for digital media.
Lighting is one of the easiest, most practical and most cost-effective ways of creating drama, excitement and personality. Diffused indirect light, simple luminaires and pared-back colours and textures enhance feelings of airiness, openness and sleekness; metallic finishes, dimmer lighting and decadent fittings can create darker, moodier and more intimate environments. The right lighting design partner can ensure that your space’s design is cohesive, beautiful and Instagram-friendly.
The Instore Retail Experience and the Shift to “Experiential” Retail Environments
Many retailers are creating “in-store experiences” to as part of a larger sales strategy. The importance of this is two-fold: to drive traffic within the brick-and-mortar retail, and to generate digital engagement with the brand’s online presence that customers will want to share. The lighting design is essential element of creating Instagram-friendly instore experiences.
Creating emphasis in a retail environment by using focused lighting sources
A restaurant or store’s aesthetic and environment must be carefully considered when targeting a market savvy with social media. Artfully displayed merchandise can inspire customers to take pictures and get increased digital engagement – cluttered, busy displays don’t make for the perfect Insta post!
Strategically placed narrow-beam spotlights, diffused LED backlights, and feature pendants can achieve this by highlighting new arrivals, emphasising central display tables, or directing focus towards shelving displays. Adjustable track-mounted spotlights allow fuss-free lighting changes that can react new sales displays, seasonal layout changes or one-off instore events. Showcasing the new or premium ranges creates a brand snapshot that can be quickly and easily uploaded and shared, and adjustable fittings allow you to update your lighting as often as you do your Insta feed.
Using Custom Lighting to Create A Memorable (And Instagrammable) Aesthetic
Feature Luminaires
Feature luminaires in a space can create, intensify or add authenticity to any design aesthetic. Luxe chandeliers, minimalist pendants, or architectural spotlights can cement a space and provide a point of memorable difference that will stick in consumers’ minds, as well as provide an opportunity for customers to take snaps, upload and create a buzz.
The correct luminaire can make or break an aesthetic; the below examples demonstrate how integral the right fitting can be to a space’s overall look and feel:
The extensive use of indirect lighting and backlighting, as well as simple metallic disks mounted to the pendants at trendy QT Perth Hotel (WA) highlight the visual fusion of luxe and industrial design.
The fusion of arty eclectic and industrial in the fittings at Galleria Food Court (VIC) celebrate the rope theme flowed the interior design of the food court.
RGB Light
A relatively inexpensive method of using lighting to entice Instagram involvement is using coloured lighting, also known as Red Green Blue (RGB) lighting. By swapping out traditional cool or warm white lighting for RGB, a unique atmosphere can be created simply and effectively. This can be tied in with existing décor to create a new and novel experience.
–Cotton On Kids (Macquarie, NSW) utilised RGB lighting to create a specific coloured shadow lighting effect for creation kids play area located at the back of the shop. The three spotlights, each with either red, blue or green filters were installed onto surface mounted track and angled towards the floor of the play area. When a child steps in front of the lights they will be able to see their shadow in red, blue and green cast on the wall. By modifying existing lighting schemes with RBG light, the venue instantly becomes unique and worthy of sharing online. This is also a relatively cost-effective option, as it does not require custom fabrication, bespoke luminaires and can be retrofitted into existing light fittings.
A well-lit store with well-planned Lighting Design can have a vast impact on the overall user experience. It is not just about visual comfort but also how each area can be enhanced by lighting, to make it engaging, inspiring or emotive.
Contact usto discuss your lighting design requirements today.
So, you’re thinking about a retail store lighting upgrade?
Yes, a retail store lighting upgrade will reduce your power usage and maintenance costs, improve the light quality and increase sales – but what are some of the most common questions we receive regarding a Store Lighting Upgrade?
Are there government incentive programs to switch to energy-efficient lighting? Does Aglo Systems offer these government incentives on its lighting products?
There are State Government initiatives in Victoria and New South Wales that promote and encourage the uptake of energy-efficient lighting through rebate schemes and financial incentive schemes.
Aglo is an Accredited Provider in Victoria. We can offer upfront rebate discounts on upgrade projects with approved lighting products both in Victoria and New South Wales.
Can I get the government discount if I changed the lights in my store? What is the value of rebate discount?
Yes, we can offer you the upfront rebate discount. In order to be able to claim these rebates or government offered incentive, there are mandatory compliances to be followed and submitted to the government. This submission is verified by the government authority and only if all the requirements are met, the rebate certificates are offered.
The rebate discount offered is dependent on the following factors:
The store must have non-LED fittings to be replaced; and
The type, electricity consumption and respective quantities of the existing light fittings
Aglo makes this simple. We undertake all the mandatory start-to-finish compliance activities and calculate your rebate based on the above factors, offering you the benefit of upfront rebate discount before the project commences.
Can you provide us a quote to upgrade the store? What is the process?
Yes, we certainly can provide a quote. For us to provide a detailed quote, we need to understand what you are trying to achieve with your retail store lighting upgrade.
Are you wanting to reduce your electricity costs and increase energy efficiency? Perhaps you need to increase brightness within the store, or change to a whiter light? Or maybe you just want higher-quality and more modern fittings to increase your store’s visual appeal? No matter what your reasons are for wanting to upgrade, we can help.
For a proposed lighting upgrade, the following process is undertaken to ensure we understand exactly what you want and what your store needs:
The Aglo Systems team will visit the site of the proposed lighting upgrade space.
Our team will complete a thorough audit to tick all the compliance boxes and ensure we understand what the current lighting layout looks like.
Our Lighting Design team complete a lighting design concept and plan, based on how the store would look if the proposed upgrade solution is undertaken. Our team will also calculate the expected light output and distribution and ensure that it meets all relevant regulations.
We provide you with a proposal and quote, outlining the return on investment, total savings (energy reduction from the upgrade) and payback period so you can make an informed decision.
Other retail stores seem to look different, even though they are of the same size as my store?
There is more to effective retail lighting than meets the eye. A well-lit site can make a vast impact on the overall customer experience. It is not just about visual comfort but also how each area can be enhanced by lighting, to make it inspiring, emotive or engaging. Well-planned lighting can drive sales and improves OH&S.
Lighting is part of the larger in-store strategy for the retail business and brand. An effective retail lighting system needs to be well-considered, and take the following factors into consideration:
The lighting intensity;
The Correlated Colour Temperature (CCT), or how “white/cool” or “yellow/warm” the colour of the light appears;
The Colour Rendering Index (CRI), or how “true to life” the colours appear when compared to natural light; and
The fittings’ efficacy, or lighting efficiency (using lumens per watt as a measure).
Retail lighting can differ from one store to another based on these factors, along with the retailer’s individual lighting goals. As part of Aglo’s process, our Lighting Design team provide a comprehensive lighting plan to meet the desired goals. We tailor each project to the client’s specific needs and propose the most suitable and efficient lighting solution. To help visualise the lighting effect and ensure that the illumination levels comply with regulations, we create detailed 3D renders with our reflected ceiling plans. Lighting Design is a crucial part of the process as it allows clients to envisage the outcome, and confirm it is the best lighting solution for their store’s needs and budget.
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