Saving energy is one of the most urgent demands in the industrial segment. As production chains tend to be extensive, energy consumption ends up rising and often compromising the factory's budget.
Reducing electricity costs is essential not only to keep your cash flow healthy, but, above all, togenerate less environmental impacts, making the industry more sustainable. In this content, we will show you 6 tips to do this in practice. Check it out!
How to save energy in practice
It is not news to managers that the use of LED lamps is essential for saving energy in industry. But, in addition, it is possible to invest in intelligent solutions to create a hybrid system and, thus, guarantee the lowest possible energy consumption. Systems that combinelinear domus LED lampsrepresent the most innovative in industrial lighting projects.
Domuses are natural lighting solutions that operate at zero energy costs. LEDs, in turn, in addition to consuming less compared to conventional lamps, also have a very long useful life. Therefore, the composition of this hybrid system is a winning choice in terms ofsustainability e luminous efficiency. Let’s look at the 6 tips that best illustrate this context.
1. Prioritize LED lamps
There are several lighting options for industrial warehouses on the market. Metal vapor lamps, for example, offer high light output and are widely used to illuminate large areas such as stadiums, gyms and courts. But, although they produce little heat and have high durability, they need a certain amount of time to light up completely.
Furthermore, they emit an intense shine that impairs the feeling of visual comfort and well-being. Another disadvantage is the risk of contamination for the environment, as this type of lamp contains heavy metals. Fluorescent lamps also have a high luminous output, however, due to their short lifespan (lasting up to 7,500 hours), they can have highmaintenance costs.
LED lamps stand out precisely because they combineluminous efficiency, minimum energy consumption e high service life. They therefore require little maintenance and, therefore, have become champions of choice in both residential and industrial projects. Although the price is higher, the cost-benefit is guaranteed, not to mention that LEDs do not contain heavy metals that impact the environment.
2. Follow regulatory standards
Brazilian standards that refer to industrial lighting must be strictly followed when preparing a lighting project. According toRegulatory Standard 17, established by the Ministry of Labor, it is necessary to guarantee minimum levels of natural illuminance to obtain an adequate degree of luminosity,thus avoiding the risk of accidents in the workplace.
3. Consider the purposes of each sector
The first step when sizing an industrial lighting project is to think about the purpose of each department in the factory and then define the ideal light levels for carrying out the activities. This simple tip is, at the same time, one of the most valuable for saving energy, as this prevents a certain sector from having too many unnecessary light bulbs.
4. Understand the cost-benefit of the chosen solutions
Thinking in terms ofcost-benefit e return on investmentis essential for a successful lighting project. This helps the designer not to fall into that “cheap is expensive” trap. The choice of LEDs, as we said, illustrates this scenario well, as it brings together a series of benefits that justify the value invested in the acquisition. The same goes for thelinear domeswhich we will talk about next.
5. Invest in natural lighting
Natural lighting withlinear domesIt is the most recommended option for industries looking to save energy and position themselves as more sustainable companies. The domus can be installed on any type of roof and works at zero energy costs, allowing the strategic entry of sunlight to illuminate the factory for up toeight working hours, even on cloudy days.
Domes made from prismatic polycarbonate are the best alternative in this scenario because the material used has a high rate of solar reflection, without letting dangerous radiation pass through –UV ray blocking is 98%. Furthermore, the solution has a low specific weight and is fixed by adjustable clips, which facilitates installation and avoids the risk of infiltration in the future.
6. Enhance the system with intelligent management
Those who already use hybrid systems withLED natural lighting domeYou can also enhance the advantages of this system with an intelligent management solution, such asMB Smart. This solution developed by Grupo MB automatically dims the LEDs according to the intensity of natural light that enters the domus, ensuring the lowest possible energy consumption.
This allows each department to be illuminated according to demand, making the corporate environment moreeconomic, wholesome e pleasant. It is, therefore, an unbeatable option for saving energy intelligently, bringing a better quality of life to the workplace and enhancing the industry's image in the market. If you want to know more about MB Group's intelligent lighting solutions,speak to one of our expertsand see how we can help!
