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LEDs lead the way

Now that a single LED floodlight can last for years rather than months and use a fraction of the power of a comparable filament bulbed light source, LED floodlighting is now a very desirable piece of deck equipment, but not all LED Floodlighting is the same. According to Seawork International 2015 exhibitor E LED Lighting, choosing quality over price can save money in the long run.

In theory, a quality LED Floodlight can last for up to 20,000 hours (or longer) – so for many years, even where 24 hour a day usage is needed. So how do they do in reality? Actual light output varies considerably between brands, so making the right choice to begin with can make all the difference.

E LED has developed a range of powerful LED Floodlights for use in marine environments and the company aims plenty of its attention at reducing corrosion, providing water tight seals, enabling superior heat dissipation and giving best resistance to oil and chemical corruption: All vital qualities for marine operators.

To provide a better and safer working environment all lights are supplied at 3900k – natural white with a CRI of 80+. Beam angle options are available to maximise light in critical or working areas and preventing light pollution to the surroundings.

E LED Lighting says its LED Floodlighting has become a leader through innovation and constant development which sees them implement the very latest technical advances.

The Wave Walker 1 is a walking jackup platform which was designed especially for marine operations in rough seas, surf zones, beaches and other intertidal locations. So the LED lighting had to be bright and truly reliable. The lighting they chose was E LEDs 80 watt flood lights. Ten units was enough to provide powerful and continuously reliable lighting across the whole platform. The vessel is currently working on the Gemini Wind Farm just off the Dutch coast and relies on high quality lighting to enable working through the night.

According to Nick Puttick, the Marine Superintendent on-board the platform, the E LED lighting on board was a vital part of operational success. With around the clock, working 24 hours a day 365 days a year, continuous bright light was essential for a safe working environment.

“They are very good quality and very easy to fit they cast out a lot more light than the old ones they replaced” said Nick.

E LED Floodlights use ceramic base and chip technology. The drivers are rubber mounted to vibration resistant housings. All fasteners, rings, and nuts, including the bracket, are made of high-quality marine grade A4, 316 stainless steel.

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  • E LED Lighting