Types of Lighting Controls on the Market
Some people may wonder what’s unique with so many lighting controls options available in the Markham area. To be honest, each lighting system comes with precise controls and benefits. If you have the proper lighting control, you can effortlessly revamp or create desirable lighting in any space.
Even a plain white light can create a fabulous ambiance when the lighting and its exposure is optimal. Lighting controls can help save energy effectively. Switches and sensor control only switch the lights on or off. On the other hand, lighting controls can do much more than that.
- Lighting control panel boards
- Central and Modular dimming controls
- Addressable luminaire lighting controls
- Relay based lighting controls
There are many lighting controls that can be installed by any Markham Electrician, but most can be categorized into five types. Markham Electricians know the most creative ideas to make your property glow with ultimate lighting and controls. Let’s explore more about them.
Lighting control panels
Lighting control panels can be very useful for energy savings and ease of use in large properties with considerably more shared spaces and fixtures. Also, a lighting control panel comes in handy when many lights need to be switched on or off at specific time schedules.
- Sports stadiums
- Massive conference halls
- Shopping malls
- Tech parks
- Multiplexes
- Amusement parks
- Indoor and outdoor pools
The above-said venues may have a large number of lights that need to be on or off at various schedules. Switching them manually may take more time, and the switches may need to be repaired or replaced frequently in such cases.
A lighting control panel allows you to set timers for switching on or off as needed. Likewise, you can control multiple lights using one switch. These controls come with built-in circuit breakers for added comfort.
And, the circuit breaker works for multiple lights and bulbs, so it’s a cost-efficient option to install lighting control panels for large commercial and public properties. However, if you need dimming options, the lighting control panel board cannot help you.
Centralized lighting controls & Modular dimming controls
Homeowners can now enjoy ultimate lighting controls using centralized lighting control systems. One can control all the lighting in the property using a LED-touch-screen-based control system. The same enables the users to switch on or off lights.
However, the centralized control systems may not have digital touch-based controls. Instead, such large control systems will have buttons and knobs, making them more convenient and seamless.
Modular lighting controls, on the other hand, are designed to control dimming and motion control lighting. However, modular lighting controls are ideal for auditoriums, small commercial properties, and theatrical lightings. Unlike centralized lighting control systems, modular controls enable users to control the lighting within a specific range.
Centralized lighting control systems - Features
- Ideal for small, large, and commercial properties
- Owners can enjoy the digital touchpad controls in small properties
- Controls a large number of lights or grouped electrical fixtures
- Energy-efficient & easy maintenance
Modular Lighting control systems - Features
- The best option for dimming & motion control lighting
- Controls lights or circuits within a specific range
- Not suitable for large-scale lighting control needs
- Energy-efficient & easy maintenance
Luminaire level lighting controls
If you are looking for the ultimate lighting control, then Luminaire level lighting control is your go-to option. Luminaire level lighting control, also known as LLLC, offers extensive control over lighting and sensor-based functions.
An LLLC system enables you to map, group, and de-group lights conveniently. You can control the lighting at the individual fixture level with an LLLC system. Again, an LLLC system can be connected to other electronic devices and systems like security systems, HVAC systems, and GPS systems.
LLLC systems can give the ultimate control while saving on energy cost and replacement costs in the long run. Luminaire lighting controls may be costly than other control systems, but you can recover the investment over time. Call a Markham Electrician for more details.
Relay-based Markham lighting control system
Relay-based lighting control systems are very similar to lighting control panels. However, relay-based systems are highly reliable for large-scale operations involving many lights, devices, and fixtures.
Unlike luminaire lighting control systems, relay-based lighting control systems are available for properties of all sizes and can control lighting more efficiently. However, there are no dimming capabilities with relay control systems.
What's more?
- Lighting control panels
- Centralized lighting control systems
- Modular lighting control systems
- Luminaire level lighting control systems
- Relay-based lighting control systems
All the above lighting control systems offer a certain level of control. One can use these systems in any type of property or open space to control lighting while saving energy costs. All the above lighting systems can be controlled using the same computer controls, time, and sensor controls.
These Markham lighting systems are not only for commercial properties or companies. We can install these in individual homes to control the lighting in and around the house. For instance, pool lights, patios, gardens, walkways, driveways, house-front, and backyard lighting can be controlled using the lighting control systems.
Benefits of Markham Lighting control systems
- Timer for on/off
- Dimming controls
- Motion-sensor controls
- Offers energy efficiency while ensuring ultimate lighting
- Reduce the cost for maintenance
- Reduce the cost for replacement of fixtures
- Ease of use
If you want to learn more about lighting controls, our Markham electricians can give you the best options for your properties. We have the best lighting experts that can provide you with professional lighting control system installation.
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