Constant Shifts at the Grocery Store

After Amazon announced plans to introduce checkout-free food shops, the industry’s major supermarket chains raced to test the concept for themselves. In the next years, this will be the norm for grocery stores. What does this have to do with lighting in stores? The bare facts are that CCTV and improved illumination are used in checkout-free businesses to accurately bill customers for the items they select.

Because of this requirement, supermarket lighting will undergo a radical transformation, with fluorescent lights gradually being phased out. Thus, the focus will shift from strictly utilitarian ceiling lighting, as has been the standard for decades, to illuminating the items on the shelves, with modular aisle luminaires poised to become the next great fad. In addition to dimming the overhead lights, these formerly lifeless spaces will also benefit from the introduction of accent lighting. This will also lessen glare, allowing cameras a clearer view of shoppers’ basket contents.

Supermarkets will then have properly lit shelves with lights that can be pointed at cameras and adjusted for the atmosphere. Smaller lights used strategically can help cut energy use and expenses.

Combining Bright and Dim Elements

As the preference for contrasting light and dark spreads through high-end shopping, it may become common practice to switch off all ceiling lighting during business hours. Retail architects are eliminating ceiling light pollution to make products sparkle for shoppers, much as the stars shine better when there is no light pollution from the surrounding surroundings. The energy-efficient LEDs are employed in innovative ways to vary the color, color temperature, and brightness of the lighting to draw attention to items and displays in the aisles and along the walls

Natural light

As the pandemic restrictions ease and more individuals transition back to the office, we can expect a rise in the adoption of natural daylight in lighting design among businesses in 2022. This trend will involve the use of LED bulbs that replicate the qualities of natural daylight, including the ability to adjust brightness and color temperature to align with the time of day.

This type of lighting has gained popularity in public places for several different reasons. 84% of workers reported fewer headaches, eye strain, and impaired vision when working in workplaces with natural sunshine or daylight bulbs. It can even improve sleep by regulating hormones, leading to a higher quality of life and more efficiency at work.

Eco-friendly light bulbs

Businesses in the UK have little choice but to become more sustainable to satisfy government net-zero objectives and the rising demand from green customers. Since lighting accounts for around 10% of a company’s total energy consumption, more businesses will choose to switch to energy-efficient LEDs in 2022. LEDs are the best option for reducing your carbon footprint and your electric cost since they convert more energy into light than any other type of bulb.

Since lighting accounts for as much as 95% of a warehouse’s total energy usage, it stands to gain the most from switching to LED lighting as energy costs continue to rise through 2022. The usage of LEDs would significantly reduce both prices and carbon footprints within the fast-expanding industry, as rising internet sales pushed UK storage capacity up by 3.4 million square meters just last year.

Intelligent LED Settings

In 2022, smart LED lighting controls are expected to become more widely used as businesses embrace digital transformation. These smart solutions not only provide businesses more control and flexibility over their lighting, but they also boost lighting efficiency by making use of both natural light and occupancy sensors. By allowing for centralized lighting management, organizations may set up distinct lighting zones for various locations and set those zones to automatically adjust based on predetermined criteria. This can make it easier to quickly adapt rooms to a variety of purposes. Meanwhile, smart emergency lighting systems have built-in self-testing features that inform maintenance employees promptly when an issue emerges, reducing the workload for both parties.

In Conclusion

The demand for sustainability, energy efficiency, and staying competitive in the digital era is driving significant changes in the commercial lighting sector. In 2022, we can expect exciting advancements in lighting design and technology that will transform commercial interiors. As an NICEIC-approved electrical contractor, Quest Electrical offers nationwide commercial lighting services. To learn more about our offerings, please visit our Commercial Lighting page.

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3 Reasons to Install LED Lights in Retail Stores

Energy Savings

The most efficient light bulb on the market is the LED light bulb. The bigger a store is, the more energy savings it can get. However, the store owner must ensure that the right LED light bulbs are installed, or any potential energy savings are negated. Why are LED light bulbs so energy-efficient? Just 5% of the energy produced is heat-wasted; the remaining 95% is changed into usable light.

Halogen lights have only a 30% efficiency; 70% of the energy is wasted in the form of heat.

On top of that, LED lights have a 10 times longer lifespan than halogen lights, which is why they are considered a worthwhile investment.

Better Customer Shopping Experience

Besides the cost savings, retail business owners can see they can also experience an uptick in customer sales. LED lights, whether it is LED shop lights or LED lighting panels, allow you to choose the light’s color temperature. For instance, Cool White and Daylight are ideal options for retail stores. Studies show that these lights’ brightness can awaken people, improve their mood and make them stay longer. Without that sense of urgency of wanting to get out, they are more likely to wander around and get a few non-essential items for themselves.

It’s also been proven to boost staff mood as well. They feel more productive and will help boost your store’s bottom line.

Daylight and Cool White lights can also be beneficial in clothing or jewelry stores. The light’s color will bring out the clothing’s actual color and produce a shine on the jewelry.

LED lights also offer superior-quality lighting and are designed with a high Color Rendering Index. This CRI means it reveals objects’ true colors. According to various research, high CRI lights generate a flattering light that invokes a positive feeling in customers. Like the majority of LED light bulbs with high CRI, the manufacturer doesn’t advertise this bit on the packaging. Rest assured that if an LED light bulb isn’t described with a high CRI rating, it more than likely does have a high CRI rating.

Yes, the Cool White and Daylight bulbs have a bright color, but there are instances where a dimmer light is necessary. Sometimes too bright of a light can be overwhelming to customers and staff, and a dimmer lighting atmosphere generates feelings of contentment. It can also help highlight certain products you’re selling.

Remember, first impressions count. If a customer doesn’t like what your store offers, chances are they will turn right around and go to another store that meets their expectations and atmosphere.

According to other research, better lighting entices people to shop with you. Merchant Mechanics carried out a study at GNC health and nutrition stores and found that 3.7% of people who passed by were enticed to come in when brighter lights were used. Only 2.1% of customers entered the store with dimmer lights. A study by the National Lighting Bureau noted that after the installation of new lights, there was a one-third increase in traffic, a 38% increase in sales and a 19% increase in profits.

Better Task Lighting

Lighting is also crucial for bringing out your store’s products. The right type of light can catch a shopper’s eye and make them look twice at the offering. Get creative with small displays by using a spotlight. With more extensive displays, go with the AR111. You could also generate “talk” among customers with a colored spotlight on a display but only do this occasionally. Too often, and the customers come to expect it. 

Since LEDs are considered directional, light is not wasted in areas where it’s not necessary. Use LED lights with adjustable features (track lighting, for example) to show off certain promotions, products, signage and more. The key is to be smart with your LED lighting setup to get the most bang for your buck. 

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And, if there are more reasons to use high-quality lighting in your workshop, think about the cost savings attributed to better light.

2 Primary Kinds of Lights in a Workshop

There are two critical types of workshop lighting:

• Ambient Lighting – This lighting is found in the entire building to illuminate the space. The key to a safe working environment using ambient lighting is to learn the basic rules of lighting and calculate the building space and size.
• Task Lighting – This lighting allows you to focus on a particular work area when visibility is a necessity to ensure accuracy and workers’ safety.

For example, if the shop is located in a garage or a shed, add windows and skylights to use the natural light to brighten the space. 

Artificial lighting will still be necessary, especially on cloudy days or nighttime, but natural light can brighten the space and your mood. Once you’ve got the ambient lighting installed, it’s time to look at the kind of task lighting you need.

Consider Glare and Light Positions

• Bare incandescent bulbs will give your eyes light and reflect on the tabletop.
• Overhead light reflectors will protect your eyes but still create a glare on shiny surfaces.
• Lighting that’s high above and behind you will lighten up the surface and reduce glare.

Outfit Your Workshop with Ambient Lighting First 

The first thing you need to worry about with your shop lighting is the ambient light, ensuring it’s more than adequate for the space you have. Most shops will do well with easily installable suspended fluorescent lighting with two four-foot tubes. However, other florescent lighting styles can work, along with incandescent fixtures. The key to any fixture is to ensure the reflectors point the light downward.

Special Tip: You can brighten the room, even more, by using a light color on the ceiling.

The best type of lights for a workshop that won’t consume a lot of energy are LED high bay lights. Yes, the cost for them is a bit more than the typical transformer magnetic ballast lights, but the energy savings more than makes up for it. The electronic ballast doesn’t make as much noise, eliminates the fluorescent flicker, and the tubes will start working immediately in the cold rooms. With the high bay lights, the fixtures have a longer lifespan and won’t show their age the older they get.

Make sure to set up the fixtures that ensure the light evenly falls around the workspace. Have ceiling fixtures installed behind you while you work at each particular station.

Since light reflects off surfaces at the same angle it hits, you want to place it away from reflecting on you, so there is no glare. Put light perpendicularly to the work surface length to reduce the glare too. Make sure lights are close together to reduce dark spaces between each fixture. 

Have one light fixture at a particular height above the workspace. Turn off all the other lights to test that one to see how the light spreads. If light gets into your eyes, you’ll need to reposition them.

How Much Light Should Your Workshop Get?

How much light your workshop needs depends on the kind of work you’ll be doing. If precision is a must, you want to ensure you have plenty of light. Here’s a good idea of what your ambient lighting levels should be in your workspace.

• Large Space (High Contrast) – 300 to 500 lumens
• Small Space (Medium Contrast) – 750 to 1,000 lumens
• Extremely Small Space (Low Contrast) – 1,500 to 2,000 lumens

To ensure the right amount of light is installed, use the following steps:

• Measure the shop’s width and length, multiplying the length by the width to get the square footage area.
• Figure out what illumination level is necessary, but don’t forget you can also add task lighting to the space.
• Divide the square footage area by 10.76, which converts the total to square meters.
• Multiply the area using the square meters number by the preferred level of lighting in lux to find out how many lumens you will need.
• Divide this number by the lumens of the light source and round up to the following whole number. This will tell you how many tubes or bulbs will be necessary to get the amount of light you need.

Arrange Task Lighting Secondly

With task lighting, you can place the light where it’s needed. For example, you can use a portable work light (moving it from one place to another when necessary). You can also use a shop-built stand light to provide the task lighting you need. Another task light fixture that can work is a 250-watt halogen work lamp. Hang lamps with clamps can be hung from the ceiling if you’ll be working in a basement.

Use an LED shop light if you’ll be working at a workbench or carving station, positioning the light over the work. If you’re creating fine details, you can use the light to help you see better as you look through the magnifying lens. If you aren’t using a magnifying lens, you can use a swing-arm desk lamp. Whatever lamp you choose, you can clamp it to the surface or drill holes to keep it in place.

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DLC keeps track of a product list (known as a Quality Products List) of high-quality, high standards and efficiency. To be eligible for this list, products must adhere to the strict DLC standards. Any DLC-listed lights have been DLC tested and certified. 

What are the Technical Requirements of DLC V5.1?

The Design Lights Consortium was given a grace period to update its technical requirements for SSL (solid-state lighting), and it announced a reminder that products that failed to update to the DLC V5.1 SLL requirements would be removed from the DLC SSL Qualified Products List on July 1 and would no longer qualify for energy-efficiency incentives. The goals the DLC has for V5.1 are:

• Better color rendering and consistency via the new color quality requirements.
• Lighting manufacturers can feel more confident in the glare performance when using the DLC Premium classification.
• Nearly all products on the list are dimmable, which helps to boost energy savings and increase user satisfaction. 

Should You Use a Light with DLC?

DLC lights go through a series of tests, making them a better choice in the long run, as these tests determine quality and efficiency. They also determine if the manufacturer’s claim of light quality and lumen output are accurate. These lights are tested in the DLC lab, and results are available via the website. With stringent testing, you can feel confident that you’re getting the noted lumens – THD and CRI amount. In most cases, you must have a DLC-listed product to qualify for the rebate.

A Look at Energy Rebate Program 

The Energy Rebate Program is a cash rebate incentive program eligible for people who switch to LED Corn Bulbs, LED retrofit lights, or any other LED fixture. When the switch is made, the energy company pays the person a rebate for it. The funds are typically seen in the utility bills, with the lower demand for energy usage. It also helps the environment and your wallet. 

How Many Rebates You can Receive

With rebates added to lighting upgrade proposals, it can improve the return on investment and likelihood of approval. However, to receive these rebates, it’s important to do some research. Some options to receive the rebates include control devices like networked lighting control systems or sensors.

BriteSwitch noted the process of getting a rebate can take up to five months, as the programs are random and can change at any time. It’s why people need to learn what the requirements are. It’s important people know what they get because it can take nearly 40 days to get a check back.

Professionals who sell upgrades can also offer rebates, helping to ascertain business. However, the rebate may not be as much as advertised or even provided. Proposal wording must be carefully thought out to avoid false advertising and a loss of money.

Preapproval starts even before installation, with all the forms being filled out. Some regions may not have any available rebate funds due to early participation. You also need to be mindful that the exact LED product you have is on the DLC list. You may also be asked for an online inspection to ensure the product has been installed. 

How to Check the Amount of Possible Rebate 

BriteSwitch noted that the average LED product rebates had remained steady in 2021 after yearly drops of 20% because of a decline in product costs. The thought for this is the pandemic, causing a drop in rebates and cost stabilization. The rebates for 2022 are still holding steady, reflecting the pandemic and rising costs associated with the disruption in the supply chain. 

How can you know if you qualify for a rebate? For example, if you purchase the Lepro 150W High Bay Light, you need to visit the product page (https://www.lepro.com/150w-ufo-led-high-bay-light.html) and click on “Rebates”. There, you fill the form out and hit “Find Your Rebates.”

DLC vs. Energy Star Program 

The DLC is similar to the Energy Star Program (a system most people recognize). The DLC’s goal is to speed up the construction industry’s use of energy-efficient lights, which they do through three fundamental techniques: public policy influence, teaching techniques, and education. The difference is that DLC is for fixtures, whereas Energy Star is for lamps.

Here are Lepro LED Lighting Fixtures with DLC :

Here are Lepro LED Lighting Fixtures with Energy Star:

Click for more information about rebates you can get with Lepro.

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Why Switch to LED Shop Lights?

In many cases, a semi-dark room uses fluorescent lights, and to brighten it up; you’ll need to switch these lights out for LED shop lights. This is especially true if you have a workshop that needs more light for you to work in. 

LED Shop Lights vs. Fluorescent Shop Lights

LED Shop Lights Immediately Come on

If you have ever watched fluorescent lights come on, you know it can take some time for them to warm up and brighten the room. This doesn’t happen with LED lights. The moment you turn them on, they immediately brighten the entire space. 

LED Shop Lights are Silent

One of the things you’ll notice about fluorescent lights is the humming sound they produce when on. That can get quite annoying after a while. However, LED lights make no sound, giving you the sound of silence. For many people, the distinct humming sound is tolerable but only for so long. With LED lights, there is no reason to tolerate that sound any longer… because there is no sound, just light. 

LEDs Shop are Brighter Lights 

If you work in a shop with fluorescent lights, you may not realize just how dim they are until you install LED lights. That’s because LED lights are incredibly bright. Where the light hardly reached, you’ll now see clearly and plainly. 

Working under fluorescent lights is like working in a spotlight; you don’t have much wiggle room. 

LED lights are completely different. The shop may be small but appear much bigger thanks to these lights. You may not even realize how much space you have in that small area with fluorescent lights. You can also see more of what you are doing and ensure fewer mistakes are being made. 

How to Replace LED Fluorescent with Shop Lights

Install your LED lights as you would your fluorescent lights, making sure they are evenly spaced. You don’t have to omit any lights if you don’t want to. The key is to keep the balance in the room. If you’re installing lights for the first time in the room, you want to make sure they are spaced out evenly to brighten the whole room without overpowering it.

Should You Invest in LED Shop Lights?

If you’re tired of your shop looking dim and dull, then absolutely you should invest in LED shop lights. They do cost you more initially, but the lack of a hum and the brighter light they produce definitely make them the top choice for any space you put them in, especially a shop. They can make any time in your space a good time, and you won’t feel claustrophobic. 

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How Bright Should a Home Office be?

You may be wondering how bright your home office or study needs to be for it to be effective. According to the European standard DIN EN 12464-1, the parameters should be:

• Aisles/corridors – 100 lux
• Background – 100 lux
• Direct surroundings – 300 lux
• Work area – 500 lux

What are the Best Home Office Lighting Products On the Market?

When it comes to outfitting a room, most people overlook the necessity of lighting. They think first of laptops, furniture, microphones, etc. Lighting is almost always the last thing to cross their mind when it should be one of the first. You want the background to accentuate you if you’re holding a conference call. With the right light, you can sit down at the computer for long periods of time and get work done.  

How can you know which home office light products are the best for your workspace with so many products to choose from? The first thing to determine is what you want from your lighting, then choose the product that meets that goal.

Overall Brightness 

Lepro LED 4-Foot Linkable Hanging LED Shop Lights 

When it comes to general lighting that is easy on your eyes and keeps you from getting tired, a ceiling light fixture is a right answer. If your home office is relatively large, the Lepro 4ft 42W LED shop light will generate 4,200 lumens. This equates to a 100W fluorescent tube and can save up to 60% on your electric bill. 

For additional brightness, you can connect several Lepro LED units together to create one unit. 

Lepro 13-Inch 24W Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture 

Lepro’s 24W LED ceiling light is similar to a traditional 200-watt ceiling fixture. The manufacturer added a milky diffuser with the LED lights to provide non-flickering bright light that is easy on the eyes and won’t cause a glare. If you work overnight, this is the best kind of light to work in. 

Task Lighting 

Lepro LED Desk Lamp with USB Charging Port 

A desk needs the right light to illuminate its space. When in the market for a desk lamp, be sure to find one that offers some flexibility, such as the Lepro LED desk lamp. The manufacturer has designed it, so this lamp has five brightness levels and three color modes. You can also adjust the lighting shade and brightness to meet your needs. 

With most lamps, you flip a switch, pull a cord, or turn a knob, not so with this desk lamp. Instead, you tap its base to turn it on or make adjustments to the color and brightness settings. The light is evenly distributed to alleviate possible eye strain and dark spots. You can also charge your electric devices (tablets, smartphones, etc.) into the lamp.

Nanoleaf Canvas 

The Nanoleaf Canvas light is a wall-based solution to a room’s lighting needs. This modern lighting comes with panels that can be controlled through an app, allowing you to adjust its warmth levels and colors. It’s also been installed with themes – seasonal colors, sunset, concentration, etc., and the ability to choose the speed of these transitions. 

Set up the square panels to become an office backdrop or install them behind your monitor to create custom lighting while gaming or watching movies. 

Accent Lighting 

Lume Cube Edge

Many people who work from home may have Zoom meetings they have to participate in. The wrong light can give off a bad impression. However, the Lume Cube Edge light will bring a better highlight to your appearance during these calls or live broadcasts.  

This is a worthwhile option because it comes with five rotating pivot points and an adjustable clamp, allowing you to fix it the way you need it. You can also charge two devices using its available ports.

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Why Choose LED Garage Lights?

LED luminaires only use about half the wattage of their fluorescent tube counterparts and as much as 90% less than a traditional incandescent bulb. This implies that if you use the LED options, you get more illumination, employ less electricity, and save thousands in the long run. Without a doubt, LED lighting is more energy-efficient than its outdated rivals and can also last almost twice as long as fluorescent tube lights, saving you both money and hassle since you would not have to replace them as often.

Types of LED Garage Lights

High Bay Lights

High bay lights are an ideal choice for garages with high ceilings, usually over 15 feet in height. They can be suspended from the ceiling with the assistance of a hook, pendant, or chain or may be mounted directly to the ceiling. You may choose from among different wattages depending on the height of your garage ceilings.

LED Shop Lights

Shop lights possess a tube-like shape and may be hung from the ceiling with a chain or rope or mounted directly to the ceiling. They typically come with a cord for plugging directly into a wall outlet, preventing you from having to figure out how to hardwire the lights to your electrical system.

LED Tube Garage Lighting Fixtures   

These lights are either single or double tube fixtures. The tubes are the actual bulbs of the fixture, which are meant to offer the most direct radiant light where you most need it.

Depending on the fixture you choose, some of them may be mounted flush to the ceiling or suspended so they can hang lower, while some others have the option to be installed either way.

LED Wraparound Lights

Wraparound lights are in the shape of a semicircle. The flat side sits flush against the ceiling, while the circular side hangs from the ceiling, dispensing the light in various directions.

Flush-Mount Ceiling Lights

Flush mount lighting is a common ceiling light that may be installed throughout your home, even in small spaces with low ceilings. They have a circular shape and are usually meant for decorative purposes, making them the perfect choice for other common areas around your home, such as hallways, patios, and offices.

Figure Out How Many Lumens Your Garage Needs

The number of lumens your garage needs depends on the size of the space you are looking to illuminate, the natural light conditions in the garage, and the type of lighting fixtures you adopt. Light output is measured and listed in lumens, and, in general, you would need 50 lumens per square foot for ambient lighting, 300 lumens per square foot for task lighting, and 75 lumens per square foot for accent lighting.

After determining the amount of light required, choose light bulbs with enough energy to deliver that luminosity. For example, let’s say you have a 360-square-foot two-door garage, and you want to install ambient lighting in one half of the space and task lighting in the other half.

As per the guidelines above, you would need 54,000 lumens on the task side and 9,000 lumens on the ambient side. Using a lumen-to-watt conversion chart, you can effortlessly decide upon the type of light you need, the number of illuminants necessary to brighten the space, and the wattage you want for your bulbs.

For example, 38-watt LED bulbs produce 3,000 lumens each. Hence, you would need three of those on the ambient side or three 200-watt incandescent bulbs to generate that same amount of light.

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1. What is UL?

   UL is short for Underwriter Laboratories Inc. UL safety laboratories hold the highest authoritative power in the United States. UL is also among the largest private institutions conducting safety testing and accreditation in the world.

2. What is ETL?

   ETL is short for Electrical Testing Laboratories. ETL was founded by the American inventor Thomas Edison in 1896 and enjoys high repute both within the United States and around the world.

What is UL Certification?

The UL mark is usually labeled on the product and/or product packaging to indicate that the product has passed UL certification and meets safety standard requirements. There are three common UL safety marks for different types of UL services:

1.UL Listed

This is mainly used for general end-use products that consumers can buy directly from markets, such as home appliances, computers, heaters, fuses, power supply boards, smoke detectors, and fire extinguishers. If the final product needs to be marked with UL Listed, UL should test the product sample to confirm that there are no hidden fire and electrical hazards. Any product marked with UL Listed indicates that a representative sample of the product meets the relevant UL safety standards. This safety mark series includes three different marks for the United States, Canada, and the United States and Canada.

2.UL Recognized

UL Recognized is primarily a safety certification for components and materials. The accredited components will be used in assembling the finished product. The components must meet the relevant approval conditions before they can be used in the corresponding finished products. Examples include: switches, power supplies, printed plates, transformers, wires, plugs, and plastic materials, all of which are subject to approval.

3.UL Classified

A product that has specific hazard risks, specific attributes, or limited or special conditions of use, even if it is a legally regulated product, needs to be labeled with the UL Classified mark. The classification is primarily for building materials and various kinds of fire protection equipment and marine equipment. The classification mark involves one or more of the following requirements: specific risks, such as casualty, death, or fire; performance under specific conditions; specific regulations and requirements; and specific standards. Common products include fire doors, fire hydrants, medical equipment, and ice machines.

What is ETL Listed?

Like UL, ETL can test and issue ETL certification marks in accordance with UL standards or American national standards. It can also issue composite certification marks in accordance with UL standards or American national standards and CSA standards or Canadian standards. Any electrical, mechanical, or electromechanical product that carries the ETL mark indicates that the product has met the minimum requirements of the United States and Canada’s general product safety standards and has been tested to confirm that it meets the relevant product safety standards.

UL and ETL’s services are based not only on American standards but also Canadian standards. The letters “US” on the bottom-right of the mark indicates that it is applicable within the United States; the letter “C” at the bottom-left indicates that it is applicable within Canada, and a mark that contains both “US” and “C” on both sides indicates that it is applicable within both countries.

UL VS ETL

The main difference between products listed by UL and ETL is that ETL does not create its own certification standards. UL develops standards used by other organizations, including ETL.

Both are Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTL). They act as independently-run, non-governmental laboratories. In addition, they are recognized by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) as laboratories suited for testing products according to safety standards.

What are the risks of using products without UL/ETL certification?

UL and ETL standards protect users from potential fire, electric shock, and personal injury hazards. UL/ETL has developed standard codes for various safety levels based on their tests for various products, external power supplies, and charging accessories. Many manufacturers produce products or purchase parts that have not passed UL/ETL certification to save on costs. This actually harms the safety of consumers.

When you purchase high-risk products, such as 110V products, you should take care to check if it has passed UL/ETL certification. If not, you are recommended to stop using the product to avoid accidents such as fire or electric shock.

Lepro produces a wide variety of products including LED high bay lights, LED shop lights, LED parking lot lights, LED tube lights, and LED recessed lights, which are suitable for various commercial and industrial lighting uses. All of them have passed UL or ETL certification, so you can buy and use them with a peace of mind.

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With the development of LED technology, LED lights have become more and more commonly found in working and living environments. If you are asking whether you should replace traditional fluorescent lights with LED lights, my answer is certainly yes.

First of all, LED lights are more energy-saving and power-saving. For example, the Lepro 40W LED shop light is equivalent to a 100W fluorescent shop light, which saves 60% on electricity bills.

Secondly, compared to fluorescent shop lights, LED shop lights have lower long-term usage costs. Although the purchase cost of LED shop lights is higher, it has a service life of up to 50,000 hours, are more durable than fragile fluorescent shop lights, do not require frequent replacement and installation, and are highly cost-effective.

In addition, fluorescent shop lights tend to emit the buzzing sounds of electric current or flickering light after long-term use, while LED shop lights will not give off such signs that are unkind or unsafe to the eyes.

As fluorescent shop lights contain mercury, which is harmful to human health and pollutes the environment, it is necessary to pay special attention when recycling them. On the other hand, LED shop lights are green and environmentally friendly and do not cause any pollution.

Therefore, many people have now replaced traditional fluorescent shop lights with LED lights. Here, we recommend two solutions. One is to replace fluorescent shop lights with brand-new LED shop lights, and the other is to buy LED tube lights, replace the fluorescent tubes, and re-wire the lights.

Best LED Fluorescent Shop Light Replacement

If you choose to replace fluorescent lights with LED shop lights, here we recommend the Lepro 42W 4-Foot LED Shop Light. The output brightness is 4200 lm, which is equivalent to 100 lm/W. It is suitable for lighting places such as garages, basements, workshops, supermarkets, and warehouses. If necessary, up to eight lights can be connected in series. The light comes with a five-year warranty and has passed ETL certification, so it is safe to use. In addition, there are opportunities to receive government energy subsidies to save on purchase costs.

How to Convert Fluorescent Shop Light to LED?

If you bought LED tube lights to replace fluorescent shop lights with, you must first confirm the tube light model purchased, such as Lepro Double Ended Power Type B T8 4ft LED Tube Light. You will need to remove the ballast and re-wire to use.

If you bought Type A LED tube lights, this is a plug-and-play light and does not need to be re-wired, but it will be more expensive in terms of cost. At the same time, you will need to consider the problem of ballast adaptation.

Watch the video below to learn the detailed steps of installing LED tube lights.

We have introduced two solutions for replacing traditional fluorescent shop lights in the above. You can choose to use LED shop lights or LED tube lights according to your needs.

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With the development of the lighting industry, LED shop lights have become one of the most common commercial lighting fixtures. What is required of commercial lighting, and why should you choose LED shop lights?

• Safety. When providing lighting for any commercial area, safety is definitely the most important consideration. Compared to traditional light fixtures, LED lights are much safer, more eco-friendly, and do not produce any harmful substances. There is also no need to worry about eye-straining flickers or humming sounds after prolonged usage.
• High brightness and great color rendering. Light fixtures with high brightness are typically used for commercial lighting to improve efficiency. Also, places like supermarkets require lights with good color rendering. Undoubtedly, LED shop lights provide excellent brightness output and color rendering performance. They possess high luminous efficacy, can emit sufficient lumens, and have Color Rendering Index (CRI) values that are usually higher than 80.
• Long lifespan. Commercial spaces usually go for lighting solutions with longer lifespans, which reduces the frequency of replacing them, thus saving on costs. LED shop lights can last as long as 50,000 operating hours, giving more value for money than traditional lights.

So how should you go about choosing LED shop lights suitable for supermarkets, offices, or other commercial spaces? Let us introduce you to five different brands of LED shop lights for your consideration.

Best Commercial LED Shop Lights for Supermarkets, Shops, Offices, Display Areas, etc.

Best commercial electric 4ft LED shop light list:

1. Lepro 40W 4 Foot Linkable LED Shop Lights
2. EnviroLite 4 ft. 2-Light White LED Shop Light
3. Commercial Electric 4 ft. LED Linkable Shop Light
4. Honeywell 4ft. Commercial LED Shop Light
5. Metalux Commercial LED Shop Lights

1. Lepro 42W 4 Foot Linkable LED Shop Lights

From supermarkets to malls to offices, the Lepro 42W 4-foot LED shop lights are highly suitable for the lighting needs of all types of commercial spaces. 

High Brightness: The 42W Lepro LED shop lights are equivalent to traditional 100W fluorescent lights, with an output of 4,200 lumens, a color temperature of 5,000K, and great color rendering with CRI > 80. It ensures that the commercial space will be well-lit and even helps save 60% on electricity bills.

8 Units Max Connect: Up to 4 units of this shop light can be connected. Suitable for larger spaces.

Durable: Comes with ETL safety certification and a 5-year warranty.

Easy Installation: The Lepro LED shop lights package includes all accessories needed for easy installation, including hooks, hanging chains, mounting screw packs, and connectors.

Energy Star Listed: Get a chance to receive government energy rebates and save on purchasing costs. Business users will also get additional discounts.

2. EnviroLite 4 ft. 2-Light White LED Shop Light

Energy-saving: The EnviroLite 28W LED shop light comes with two T8 light tubes that emit 3,600 lumens. The color temperature is 5,000K daylight white and helps save 30% on electricity bills compared to traditional fluorescent lights.

Safety-certified: Uses high-quality LED chips. UL-listed and can be installed in damp spaces.

Quality Assurance: Light encased with a protective white enamel finish. Up to 50,000 hours of continuous use and comes with a 5-year warranty.

3. Commercial Electric 4 ft. LED Linkable Shop Light

Easy Installation: This shop light can connect up to nine units. The package includes connectors, a five-foot power cord, and linking cables. Extremely lightweight and can be suspended easily with chains. Easy to install and maintain.

High-efficiency Energy Savings: 35W, 4,000K bright white LED shop light emits 3,200 lumens of brightness, equivalent to 64W traditional fluorescent lights.

Long Lifespan: The Commercial Electric LED shop light can be used continuously for 50,000 hours and comes with a 5-year warranty. Suitable for household or commercial areas such as garages, storage rooms, utility rooms, or workshops.

4. Honeywell 4′ Commercial LED Shop Light

High Brightness: The Honeywell Four-Foot. LED Linkable Shop Light has 50W power, emits 5,000 lumens, and has high luminous efficacy.

Choice Commercial Lighting: Color temperature of 5,000K, daylight white, CRI = 80. suitable for supermarkets, stores, officers, and other commercial spaces.

Linkable: Up to 10 units can be connected. The package includes all accessories needed for installation (chain, cord, mounting hardware.) Easy to operate.

5. Metalux Commercial LED Shop Lights

High Luminous Efficacy: The Metalux 43W 42-in. White Integrated LED Shop Light emits 4,500 lumens to ensure ample brightness for better safety and productivity.

Durable: Uses LED technology, provides up to 50,000 hours of continuous use. Comes with a five-year full warranty for worry-free use.

Easy Installation: The light fixture is pre-assembled. Simply suspend or install at the desired location and plug into a power source to use. No additional cables are required.

Based on your needs, you can take your pick from the 5 commercial LED shop lights introduced above. We recommend the Lepro 40W 4ft Linkable LED Shop Lights as it provides excellent value for money and is suitable for various commercial lighting needs. You can check out more details here.

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