Reducing Energy Cost

How can I reduce my energy costs?

• Replace old HID light fixtures in warehouses and manufacturing plants with HIF (high intensity fluorescent) fixtures for 50-70% energy savings. Learn more about HIF Lighting. These new fixtures are called T8 and T5 Energy Efficient Fixtures.
• Paint dark walls and ceilings with lighter color paints.
• Use task lighting to reduce overall general lighting.
• Use occupancy sensors to turn off lights when no one is present.
• Lower the height of overhead lighting to help eliminate light loss.
• For outside lighting, install timers or photo sensors to save on energy.
• Consider retrofitting T-12 fluorescent lighting with more efficient T-8 lamps and electronic ballasts. Expect a 45-50% savings with this conversion.

Fixture Cost Versus Energy Cost

Today’s building owners, executives and facility managers are recognizing both a potential savings in energy, as well as creating a long term positive cash flow. *88% of every dollar spent on the cost of lighting is spent on electricity. Upgrading inefficient HID high bay fixtures with new T5 and T8 fluorescent fixtures provide an excellent ROI and provides immediate positive cash flow for your business.

* The cost of new fixtures is not a considerable expense when looking at the overall cost of lighting. Estimates show 88% of the total cost over the fixture lifetime comes from your electric bill. 8% comes from the replacement lamps and labor to change them and only 4% is actually the cost of the fixtures.