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Snap Into a Brand New Look with LEDVANCE T-Fit™ Panel Bars

Sleek, simple and stylish! Snap into a new, updated look with the Value Class Dual Selectable T-Fit™ Panel Bars by Sylvania LEDVANCE. The LEDVANCE Value Class Dual Selectable T-FIT™ Panel Bars are an innovative, modern, and sustainable solution to replace flat panels in offices, conference rooms, restaurants, retail areas and other grid ceiling applications. Each LEDVANCE T-FIT™ Panel Bar consists of four individual bars that are easy and straitforward to install. Simply connect the bars with a click and start saving on energy up to 60% with amazing light quality and a rated life of 50,000 hours.

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The Sky’s the Limit with Sylvania’s Value Class UFO High Bay Series

Sylvania’s newest Value Class LED High Bay series have arrived in full force at PROLIGHTING! The Value Class series of round LED high bays are affordable and efficient fixtures from one of the most trusted names in lighting. These UFO high bays provide up to 82% energy savings compared to outdated lighting technology. A DLC Premium listing allows you to take advantage of local utility rebates to save even more.

The Value Class series of high bays are constructed of a lightweight and impact resistant IP65 rated aluminum body, with a variety of reflector/refractor options and wattage levels to choose from. The Value Class High Bays are ideal for illuminating warehouses, shops, gymnasiums, and large industrial applications. Keep reading to learn more benefits and features of the Value Class LED High Bay series.

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Fire Rated Downlights: When Code Requires Them and 4 Brands to Know

PROLIGHTING carries fire rated downlights from several manufacturers for contractors working in rated assemblies. But first, why fire rated at all? While typical IC rated fixtures are designed and tested for direct contact with insulation, they’re actually poor flame barriers. Most IC fixtures are light sheet metal or aluminum that breaks down rapidly in direct contact with fire. Every time you cut a hole in a ceiling to install a recessed light, you create a free passage for fire and smoke. IC rated fixtures are built to avoid starting a fire. Fire rated downlights act as a barrier once one has already started.

Lighting Applications

How to Choose LED Recessed Lighting: Complete Guide

Learning how to choose LED recessed lighting starts with understanding the different fixture types, installation options, and applications available. Recessed lighting, also known as downlighting or can lights, is designed to sit flush with the ceiling for a clean, low-profile look. These versatile fixtures can be used in practically any room and are one of the easiest ways to update a residential or commercial space. Today, LED recessed lighting is commonly used in both new construction and LED retrofit applications, with options available for a wide range of ceiling types, layouts, and lighting needs.

General

Basic Rules for LED Closet Lighting

Closet lighting can make a storage space safer, easier to use, and more functional. Whether you’re lighting a small reach-in closet or a large walk-in, the right LED fixtures can improve visibility while helping you account for electrical-code clearance requirements around shelves, clothing, and other stored items. In this guide, we’ll cover the basics of LED closet lighting, including fixture safety, color temperature, motion-sensing options, and design ideas using flush mounts, recessed fixtures, puck lights, and LED tape light. Closet Lighting Safety Codes & NEC Requirements The National Electric Code (NEC), which is published every three years by the National Fire Protection Association, sets the rules and guidelines that apply to building regulations in most commercial and residential spaces, including closets and other storage areas. In the 2008 edition of the code, LED fixtures were allowed for the first time. Since then, modern homes have slowly integrated over to LED…

Lighting Applications

LED High Bay Lighting: 4 Steps to Size It Right

Lighting a warehouse or manufacturing facility is a tall order. These cavernous spaces need a layout that accounts for fixture count, light distribution, color temperature and a list of other specifications. Whether you’re working on new construction or a retrofit, the details decide whether you end up with proper lighting and a return on the investment. This guide covers how to choose LED high bay lighting and how to size it before you buy.