Tailor-made lighting for production halls
Well-designed lighting in a production hall makes for an efficient and safe working environment and has a positive effect on the comfort, productivity and health of workers.
We design, supply and install LED lighting for production halls so that it meets the standard at every workstation while cutting energy costs – from the lighting calculation right through to programmed controls.
energy savings in our production hall installations
payback on the investment (Wertheim, 961 luminaires with DALI controls)
installations in production and warehouse facilities
warranty on luminaires, depending on type
What production hall lighting must handle
Every production hall is different and has specific requirements for the type and placement of luminaires, given its dimensions and the layout of machines, production lines and racking. That is why we tailor each design individually. If the hall is divided into sections (workshop, warehouse, production), we design the optimum lighting for each one separately.
Uniformity
No dark areas and no excessive contrast between workstations, aisles and machines.
High intensity from height
High ceilings and large floor areas need high-output LED lighting – economical and at the same time truly powerful.
Durability
Round-the-clock operation calls for luminaires that withstand chemicals, dust, high temperatures, humidity and vibration.
Low running costs
Long service life, high efficacy and controls that provide light only where and when it is needed.
How much light a production hall needs
The required illuminance is set by EN 12464-1 according to the work performed at each location. The standard assesses not only the average value but also the uniformity of the lighting and glare.
The values are indicative. We determine the exact value for your workstations in a lighting calculation.
| ILLUMINANCE | TYPE OF SPACE OR TASK |
|---|---|
| 50 – 100 lx | corridors, staircases, circulation areas |
| 150 – 200 lx | warehouses, rough work, plant rooms |
| 300 lx | general machining work |
| 500 lx | general assembly |
| 750 – 1,000 lx | fine assembly, quality control |
| 1,500 lx and more | very precise work, electronics |
Which luminaire for which hall
We choose the luminaire type by ceiling height, environment and activity – as a rule of thumb, linear luminaires up to 6 m, high-efficiency industrial luminaires above 6 m. For production halls we usually start from these three groups.
Halls with ceilings up to 6 m
Linear industrial luminaires
Continuous lines of light above production lines, assembly workstations and in aisles.
Halls with ceilings above 6 m
High-efficiency industrial luminaires
High efficacy for large areas and the high ceilings of production halls and warehouses.
Lighting controls: extra savings on top
Lighting controls in a production hall can make a big contribution to a better working environment, optimised production processes and lower energy costs. In Partizánske, programmed dimming and switching off during absence brought an additional 30 % saving in energy costs.
- presence and light-level sensors
- daylight sensors
- dimming schedule
- energy monitoring
- remote control
- control from a tablet and phone
Case study
Production and warehouse premises in Partizánske
We provided the client with a complete lighting replacement service, including removal of the old luminaires, installation of the new ones and programming of the controls. Using a DIALux simulation, we designed the layout, quantities and wattages of the luminaires so that every workstation reaches the required illuminance level and uniformity.
Before
- T5 and T8 fluorescent tubes
- no sensor control
- frequent failures
- high maintenance costs
Solution
- high-efficiency LED luminaires
- DALI controls
- emergency lighting
- 5 – 10 year warranty
energy savings
payback on the investment
LED luminaires
floor area
How we work together
Site survey
We look at the hall, the existing lighting and how the operation runs.
DIALux calculation
The simulation determines the layout, number and wattages of the luminaires.
Quote with payback
Price, savings and payback on the investment in one document.
Installation and controls
During a shutdown, breaks, at the weekend or at night – to suit your operations.
Warranty and service
3 to 10 year warranty depending on the luminaire type.
More production installations
All industrial lighting references →
Pellenc60 % savings · 2.1-year payback400 W discharge lamps replaced by 417 LED luminaires of 200 and 150 W over an area of more than 14,000 m².
Malieb70 % savings · 2.8-year payback266 high-efficiency LED luminaires instead of 400 W discharge lamps, 51 luminaires for explosive atmospheres and emergency lighting.
Wertheim80 % savings · 1.6-year payback961 LED luminaires with DALI controls over an area of 36,100 m².
Bel Power Solutions72 × LENA ECO+LENA ECO+ linear luminaires – fewer were needed than the original fittings, with additional cost savings.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to what customers ask us most often about production hall lighting.
How much does production hall lighting cost?
The price depends on the floor area and height of the hall, the required illuminance and the extent of the controls. You get the exact price together with the savings and payback after a site survey and a DIALux calculation.
What is the payback on the investment?
It depends mainly on the number of operating hours and the price of electricity. In our production hall installations it ranged from 1.6 years (Wertheim, 80 % energy savings) to 5 years (Partizánske, 65 % savings).
How many lux should a production hall have?
According to EN 12464-1, roughly 300 lx for general machining work, 500 lx for general assembly and 750 – 1,000 lx for fine assembly and quality control.
Is it enough to replace the old luminaires one for one?
Sometimes, yes. The calculation shows whether a one-for-one replacement meets the standard or whether it pays to change the number and layout of the luminaires.
Do we have to stop production during installation?
Usually not. We adapt the installation to the conditions in your hall – we use the summer shutdown, the breaks between shifts in three-shift operation, or install at the weekend or at night. We always agree the dates to suit you as much as possible.
What warranty do you provide?
3 to 10 years on luminaires, depending on the type.
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