literally ‘time-giver’ to entrain the mammalian circadian system.
Human centric lighting is intended to promote a person’s well-being, mood and health. It can improve concentration, safety and efficiency in workplaces or educational environments.
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Mood
Uplifting mood and maximizing energy levels
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Productivity
Improves concentration & energy levels leading to increased motivation
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Visual Acuity
Right light distribution offering clearness of vision
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Circadian Rhythms
High-performance lighting supporting the human biological clock
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Perception
Right light levels enhancing the designed environment experience
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Sustainability
Intelligent lighting solutions leading to a better environment
Circadian rhythms are intimately involved in living systems at environmental, organismal, and cellular levels. Circadian rhythms, by definition, are physical, mental, and behavioural changes that follow a 24 hour cycle.
Light perception occurs in the retina by three different types of photoreceptors – Cones, rods and the newly discovered intrinsically photosensitive retinal ganglion cells (ipRGCs).
These cells communicate with the master circadian pacemaker located in the suprachiasmatic nuclei (SCN) of the hypothalamus. The neuronal & hormonal activities thus generated by the SCN are responsible for entraining the circadian rhythm. This establishes a strong connection of Light with our Mind and Body.
the daylight –
- Low light levels and low Correlated Colour Temperatures (CCT) in morning
- High light levels and high CCTs at midday
- Low light levels and low CCTs during evening
- Extremely low light levels and a low CCT at night
Cool light High intensity
Cool light High intensity
Warm light Low intensity
Cool light High intensity
Warm light Low intensity
Morning 06:00
Noon 12:00
Evening 06:00
Night 12:00
Efficiency and Muscle Strength
Temperature
Restoration of the Body
Provides for an energetic and fresh start to days work
Alertness Still High
Best Coordination
Fastest Reaction Time
Greatest Cardiovascular Efficiency and Muscle Strength
Highest Blood Pressure
Highest Body Temperature
Melatonin Secretion Starts
Start Feeling Sleepy
Resting Phase
Highest Alertness
Melatonin Secretion Stops
Sharpest Blood Pressure Rise
Body Temperature Rises
Lowest Body Temperature
Deepest Sleep and Restoration of the Body
During daytime, bright light with high colour temperatures can provide a good start to the day, by suppressing the remaining melatonin in the body and increasing the cortisol levels.
The so-called ‘post lunch dip’ is a time of decreased alertness which occurs between 1 p.m.
As work shifts end towards the evenings, an eventual tune to warm, comfortable lighting can help create the right condition for melatonin production and prepare for a good night’s sleep.
People working in night shifts on a regular basis work against their biological clock and rhythm. Bright light at night increases alertness during night-time and improves work efficiency. However, prolonged exposure to bluish white light can cause a severe disruption in the sleep cycles leading to stress, fatigue and other health issues.
Workspaces therefore need to have the right lighting conditions to balance efficient working along with correct sleep cycles. High colour temperatures (bluish light) and high light levels are recommended at the beginning of the evening shift. Changing to lower levels and colour temperatures at the end of the night shift leaves them in a comfortable state of mind for a relaxed sleep ahead.
Along with CCTV, IPTV, VoIP, Access
All LED lighting
New constructions (or deep retrofits) where the entire cabling is being done afresh, as well as the interconnections of multiple systems are required.
The most common technology for lighting controls in the past decade, that operates on a 4 wire system, providing greater familiarity and comfort to installers and contractors.
All LED lighting
New or old constructions alike, where efficient and convenient lighting control from a singular point is paramount. Simplicity is preferred over the sophistication in such situations.
The most convenient method of enabling lighting controls, as there are no control cables involved. This system allows for the easiest method of commissioning and operating the lighting system.
The existing AC cables can be used to power the wireless
modules which sit inconspicuously on the fixtures and
connect to an authorized mobile device to provide fast and
instant operation on lighting devices, as well as the most
intuitive method of automating the on/off/dimming of the
light
Existing offices that are undergoing a renovation; or spaces where installing new wiring is extremely difficult or impossible; or for new spaces where the highest priority is to have the easiest method of operating the lighting system.
- Creates a visually comfortable and glare free workspace
- Improves perceived lighting quality & attractiveness of workspaces
- Enhances emotional connect with the space
- Promotes a balanced emotional state
- Improves resilience in stressful situations
- Reduces fatigue and anxiety
- Improves alertness, cognition and productivity
- Regulates circadian rhythm, sleep/wake cycles and body temperatures
- Improves
immunity reducing absenteeism
- 23%
Enhancement of alertness and higher satisfaction
- 37%
Significant increase of the concentration
- 19%
Increase of work performance
- 27%
Reduction of fatigue
Color Temperature
2700KLight Intensity
Coolness
Color Temperature
3000KLight Intensity
Coolness
Color Temperature
4000KLight Intensity
Coolness
Color Temperature
5000KLight Intensity
Coolness
Color Temperature
6500KLight Intensity
Coolness
Color Temperature
7500KLight Intensity
Coolness
Color Temperature
9000KLight Intensity
Coolness