Many companies want to be more sustainable and at the same time save on unnecessary costs. With LED lighting, you can save a lot because lighting is one of the largest energy items in a building. Because the range of lighting fixtures is very large, it can easily lead to stress about making a choice, which can make it difficult to see the forest for the trees.

Choosing the right lighting fixture is very important because if you make the wrong choice, you will have to replace the lighting sooner than necessary. In addition, the wrong choice can also lead to dangerous situations.

How do you choose the right fixture for your company? We are happy to help you with that. LED lighting has a long lifespan, so you want the best application for your situation. Once you have found the best fixture for your space, you will also quickly earn back your investment in LED lighting. This way you become more sustainable, save money and you can also improve the light quality within your company.

What is a fixture?

The official definition is that a fixture is the housing of one or more light sources. Inside the fixture is a light source with a fitting. Nowadays, fixtures are developed in such a way that the LED technology is integrated into the fixture, so that a light source is no longer necessary. A fixture is attached to the ceiling or to a wall and its purpose is to determine the direction of light.

A fixture is usually made of plastic or metal (steel or aluminum). There are also major differences in quality. Choose a fixture made of high-quality materials to prevent discoloration.

How are luminaires used?

Where there is light, there is a luminaire. Luminaires are used in companies in countless places, such as schools, factories, offices and public buildings.

There is a luminaire for every application that meets the lighting requirements of the space. Fixtures are also responsible for a good distribution and contrast of the light. For a good result, it is important that the lamp and fixture are well matched.

 Various fixtures

Choosing the right fixture depends on two things: the type of lamp and the application of the fixture. Some fixtures are dust and waterproof.

Downlight fixtures- These are round recessed spotlights or round LED panels, usually between 15 cm and 26 cm in diameter, which are used in a system ceiling or a plastered ceiling. These downlight fixtures are very often used in corridors, toilets, canteens, meeting and waiting rooms, shops and entrances.

Downlight fixtures are perhaps the most commonly used business lighting. This is also due to their simple application. A round hole, fixture through it, connect and light up. It provides relatively much light and gives a pleasant appearance.

Inlay fixtures-Nowadays, it is mainly LED panels that are used for this. These can be found in many companies as standard lighting. They are mainly used in large and small offices, meeting rooms, shops, showrooms and development areas. Due to their size, they can often be used exactly in place of a ceiling tile. It provides a sleek finish to the ceiling and provides even light.

Surface-mounted luminaires - Usually, such a luminaire is also dust and splash-proof and well suited for a warehouse, storage shed, shipping or industrial hall. These waterproof luminaires are easy to install on a ceiling where recessed installation is not possible. A surface-mounted luminaire is usually a bit more work to install because the electrical installation is completely visible. The water and dust resistance is indicated by an IP value.

How do you choose the right luminaire?

Business lighting is a very important part of your company. It ensures safety, a pleasant working environment and healthy working conditions. There are also major differences in quality. For this, choose a fixture made of high-quality materials to prevent discolouration.

We advise you to always seek advice from a specialist about choosing a lighting fixture. There is a wide range of lighting, making it easy to make the wrong choice. Are you not sure which fixture best suits your business premises? Then leave the design of the lighting plan to the experts at Firefly.

Luminaires for LED lighting

Firefly is your reliable all-in partner for LED lighting solutions, from delivery to installation & maintenance.

We are specialists in the field of LED lighting and the execution of complete custom lighting projects. In addition to mapping out the individual situation and wishes, we are specialized in the supply, installation and maintenance of LED lighting solutions.

We develop our own lighting fixtures and combine the technology and components of renowned brands. This enables us to offer a high-quality, customized lighting solution for every practical situation that matches the individual needs of the customer. To guarantee the quality of the installation, we work exclusively with our own certified installation teams. This means you have one point of contact throughout the entire process.

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