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Industry can be more competitive and environmentally effective today by significantly reducing the costs and
electricity consumption associated with the operation of lighting. By replacing antiquated lighting systems with
high performance energy efficient Digital High-Intensity Discharge lighting (Digital HID or DHID), 50%+ less
electricity is consumed and demanded from the power utilities; cost-effectively reducing Industry's carbon
footprint. When considering the upgrade of an existing HID lighting system or lighting for new Green Building
projects, DHID technology delivers the most energy efficient lighting solutions for Street Lighting,
Factory/Warehouse High-Bay Lighting, Greenhouse Hydroponics, Sporting Arena, Airport and Renewable
Energy Applications.
Any existing core and coil (magnetic) ballast HID application can benefit immediately just by retrofitting the old
magnetic ballast with a new DHID ballast. From an environmental standpoint, by reusing the existing light fixture
and lens assembly, less waste is created and money is saved since only a new ballast need be purchased,
leaving only the old ballast to be recycled (we partner end-users with recommended magnetic ballast recycling
companies).
DHID's value-added features and performance make it the smart solution for any new installation; it is the most
cost-effective alternative to LED, Fluorescent and Induction based technologies for new and retrofit industrial
and commercial Green lighting projects. Digital Ballasts offer unparalleled electrical efficiency and performance
compared to conventional magnetic ballasts and outperforms LED, Fluorescent, and Induction lighting in initial
buying cost, energy efficiency, system performance, light quality, and maintenance/consumable costs.
With an industry leading luminous efficacy of 116+ lumens/Watt (lm/W), conventional higher Wattage magnetic
ballast HID lighting fixtures are now easily upgraded/retrofitted or replaced with the new higher-performance, yet
lower wattage DHID Digital ballast or fixture. For example, a conventional 1000W Metal Halide magnetic ballast,
can be retrofitted with the DHID 575W Digital Ballast offering an immediate and significant 50% energy savings
and approximately 18% brighter light. Add the ability to dim the Digital Ballasts, and even greater energy savings
can be realized. Add Light Management Software to control the lighting network wirelessly; dimming lights on
demand or on set schedules, electricity operating expenses are reduced by 75%+.
Application Examples
Street Lighting / Parking Lot (Municipality) Applications:
- Retrofit/Replace existing 1000W HID fixtures utilizing MH, CMH or HPS bulbs utilizing core and coil (magnetic)
ballasts with dimmable DHID 575W digital ballasts or DHID fixtures (CMH, MH or HPS lamp).
- Or Replace/Retrofit existing 1000W MH fixtures with 1000W-2000W+ digital ballasts to further increase plant
growth yields in a shorter timeframe.
- DHID digital high frequency ballasts operate within the most advantageous 100-200 kHz light frequency (Sun =
100kHz) and maximize the energy efficiency and mean time before failure specifications of MH, CMH and HPS
lamps.
- Greenhouse operators can now maximize the return on their lighting investment and profitability due to the
higher energy and electrical efficiency of the DHID digital ballast.
- Low cost of investment including reduced maintenance/consumable expenses make DHID the most financially
viable lighting solution for greenhouse operators today.
- Return On Investment; at $0.10/kWhr, a DHID 575W digital ballast operated 12 hours per day, 365 days a year
(4380 hours) will be paid back in 1.4 years.
- Total direct savings: 575Watts/hr per fixture (50% savings); operator can use DHID 1000W+ to increase plant
growth yields/reduce grow time for less electricity expense than their existing magnetic based 1000W MH or
HPS HID lighting system. Calculations including magnetic ballast energy losses (approx. 15%).
- Retrofit existing HID based Street Lighting posts with Solar/Wind renewable energy sources for independent
operation from the utilities power grid; or only partial draw from the utilities with the option to feed excess energy
harvested back to the electrical grid.
- Given the 116lm/W performance of the DHID lighting system, end-users can expect shorter Solar/Wind system
battery charge times and extended light on times.
- Solar/Wind produced energy can be used to efficiently power any of the DHID Digital Ballast powered lighting
systems to meet a variety of indoor and outdoor lighting applications.
- GloGreen Ballast Products Page: http://www.accendoelectronics.com/GloGreen-Digital-HID-Ballast-Fixture-
Products.shtml
- Light Management Software (LMS1A) utilizes wireless communication to provide ultimate control of individual
DHID lighting fixtures in any facility.
- LMS1A allows you to manage light levels by establishing zones and dictating the light levels within those zones
at various time periods throughout the day.
- End-user now has the option to simply turn off or dim areas of the building during off hours while providing full
illumination in critical areas; e.g. dimming the entire production facility 50% during lunch break.
- LMS1A management software allows you to establish a control strategy that meets all your lighting needs while
driving significant cost savings.
- Light Management Software (LMS1A) Link: http://www.accendoelectronics.com/PDF/Accendo_LMS.pdf
Digital HID (DHID) Product Benefits and Specifications:
Outperforming LED, Fluorescent and Induction lighting technologies, DHID Digital Ballast powered HID lighting
is proven to be the value-added lighting solution. DHID’s low initial buying cost, energy efficiency, system
performance, light quality, and reduced maintenance/consumable cost benefits add up to the industries best
return on investment time. We welcome the opportunity to discuss our findings with you further; please do not
hesitate to contact me with any questions.
Anthony Borges
International Sales & Marketing Manager
Tel: 905.475.2067
Fac: 905.470.0168
aborges@accendoelectronics.com
www.AccendoElectronics.com