Featured Image: Smart Pipe by Insight Lighting

Sports fans and players can agree on one thing – a well-designed lighting system needs to consider the specific requirements of the activity and the surroundings in which their sport is played. And whether indoors or out, on the grass or in a pool, the lighting should be uniform throughout the playing surface to ensure visual comfort, fair playing conditions, and, most importantly, safety. 

 

This month we focus on lighting solutions for very specific sports applications. Why are these our recommendations? Read on to learn more. 

UHBS Selectable High Bay

UHBS Selectable High Bay

Metalux
The traditional round form factor, compact size, and universal mounting hook make the UHBS easy to install and great for retrofits. This high bay luminaire with selectable CCT and lumen output offers performance up to 36,000 lumens, 120-347V multi-volt with 0-10V dimming capability, and a motion sensor-ready plug-in connection that allows for maximum design flexibility for any project. Breathe new life into old gymnasiums with this dynamic luminaire.
Smart Pipe

Smart Pipe

Insight Lighting
The challenge of evenly illuminating a natatorium presents two challenges: condensation from humidity and the need for long runs of lighting. Insight Lighting accepts the challenge with the Smart Pipe. The luminaire has lengths from 16 feet to 80 feet, optional 0-10V dimming, integrated power supply, and is rated ETL and cETL for wet locations. And they are low maintenance, perfect for what can be a potentially dangerous application.
LumaSport 8

LumaSport 8

Ephesus Lighting
Built to meet the variable needs of new and retrofit applications at K-12, Municipal and Recreational venues, LumaSport 8 is the best LED replacement for a 1500-watt metal halide sports lighting system. The luminaire combines interchangeable modular power, controls, and a pre-aimable two-piece assembly that reduces installation time. The LumaSport 8 can deliver the optimum lighting system solution for every unique indoor and outdoor sports lighting application.
Echo Blade

Echo Blade

SPI Lighting
In large spaces, the light quality is often sacrificed for light quantity. Indirect lighting improves visual comfort by hiding the light source from view and eliminating direct glare. The Echo Blade delivers on this by enabling beautiful design. By lighting from the perimeter, the ceiling plane remains unobstructed, creating a clean canvas for architecture. SPI Lighting offers special natatorium-rated construction to add extra protection from humidity and corrosive chemical vapors.

Sufficient illumination in athletic environments is required for safe and optimal performance without creating discomfort or distractions. One of the biggest challenges may be illuminating an area effectively without glare – especially in a natatorium or ice rink. A lighting system created specifically for the needs of the sport can strengthen player performance and safety, creating a more enjoyable experience for athletes and fans.