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LCD vs LED vs OLED: Lighting Types Explained

Posted by Electro-Matic on Dec 10, 2024 1:45:40 PM

When choosing a new display, the wide range of acronyms can make it difficult to decide which technology best suits your needs. LCD, LED, and OLED are the three most common types of displays in modern electronics, from TVs to smartphones to digital signage. Each lighting type has unique benefits, drawbacks, and use cases. Let’s break them down to help you make an informed choice.

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Topics: LED Technology, Electro-Matic LED, Electro-Matic Visual Solutions, Electro-Matic Sign News, News

Manual Boards vs Digital Displays: Should You Upgrade?

Posted by Electro-Matic on Dec 9, 2024 2:44:24 PM

When it comes to communication, whether for advertising, or announcements, the tools you use make a big difference. For decades, manual boards have been the go-to solution for businesses, schools, and organizations. However, digital displays are rapidly transforming the landscape, offering flexibility and innovation. If you’re contemplating whether to stick with your trusty manual board or make the leap to a digital display, here’s what you need to consider.

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Topics: LED Technology, Electro-Matic LED, Electro-Matic Visual Solutions, Electro-Matic Sign News, News

Can LED Parking Lot Lights Save You Money?

Posted by Electro-Matic on Nov 13, 2024 12:35:51 PM

In the quest for energy efficiency, many businesses, municipalities, and property managers are switching to LED lighting solutions. Among these, LED parking lot lights are increasingly popular due to their long lifespan, durability, and energy savings. But just how much can LED parking lot lights save you? Let’s explore the financial benefits and other advantages of making the switch.

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Topics: LED Technology, Electro-Matic LED, Electro-Matic Visual Solutions, Electro-Matic Sign News, News

The Benefits of an LED Scoreboard for Schools

Posted by Electro-Matic on Nov 5, 2024 3:52:35 PM

In today's competitive sports environment, schools are continuously looking for ways to enhance the experience for both players and spectators. One of the most impactful upgrades schools can make is switching to an LED scoreboard. Unlike traditional scoreboards, LED displays offer advanced features and capabilities that not only improve game-day excitement, but also offer long-term value to schools. Here’s why investing in an LED scoreboard can be a game-changer for schools.

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Topics: LED Technology, Electro-Matic LED, Electro-Matic Visual Solutions, Electro-Matic Sign News, News

How to Choose the Best LED Parking Lot Lights

Posted by Electro-Matic on Oct 8, 2024 9:17:00 AM

When it comes to parking lot lighting, making the right choice is crucial not only for safety and visibility but also for energy efficiency and long-term cost savings. LED parking lot lights are an excellent option because of their durability, energy efficiency, and superior illumination. However, with so many choices available, selecting the best LED lights for your parking lot can feel overwhelming. Here are some key factors to consider when making your decision.

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Topics: LED Technology, Electro-Matic LED, Electro-Matic Visual Solutions, Electro-Matic Sign News, News

Increase Safety with Outdoor LED Security Lights

Posted by Electro-Matic on Dec 5, 2023 9:00:00 AM

LED lighting is normally associated with electricity savings, which is always a huge bonus. However, LED technology also offers safety advantages over older, traditional lighting types. Not only are LED outdoor security lights safer for installment and maintenance, but their performance features also improve overall site safety.

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Topics: LED Technology, Electro-Matic LED, Electro-Matic Visual Solutions, Signs for Small Businesses, Schools and Universities

United States Post Office Converts to LED Lighting with EM Visual

Posted by Electro-Matic on Aug 8, 2023 9:09:00 AM
 
The United States Post Office in Holland, MI was seeking a more efficient way to light the outside of their facility, including their mail car parking lot, as well as the interior of the building itself. The United States Post Office needed high-quality LED lighting with quick and easy installation capabilities.
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Topics: LED Technology, Going Green, Electro-Matic LED, Electro-Matic Sign News, High Bay Lighting, LED Lighting, News

What Size LED Sign Do I Need for My Municipality?

Posted by Electro-Matic on Feb 14, 2023 7:36:00 AM

You have decided that an LED sign is in the future for your municipality. After all, what's better than LED municipal signs to announce community events, welcome visitors, and say thanks to public servants and municipal employees?

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Topics: Choosing a Sign, Electro-Matic LED, LED Displays

How Do LED Dimmers Work?

Posted by Electro-Matic on Jan 11, 2023 2:33:00 PM

The importance of understanding how dimmers work and which ones to use has never been more complicated than it is now, due to all the different choices available. The introduction of LED lighting to the mass market has changed the dimming style to what used to only be available for fluorescent
 light fixtures. Continue reading to answer the underlying questions: How do LED dimmers work?

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Topics: Electro-Matic LED, LED Lighting

Fabiano Brothers Installs 250 LED High Bay Lights to Improve Facility

Posted by Electro-Matic on Oct 24, 2022 4:10:00 PM
 
Fabiano Brothers of Bay City, MI is a premier beverage distributor providing licensed accounts beverages throughout Michigan as well as central Wisconsin. This 100,000 square foot is located in Bay City, Michigan that includes beer storage space, receiving area, larger recycling center, and offices. Fabiano Brothers wanted to implement an efficient light source throughout their whole facility to increase security, reduce operating cost, and improve working conditions. Electro-Matic Visual was up for the task.

Electro-Matic Visual supplied the 250 indoor LED high bay lighting throughout the Fabiano Brothers facility. The high quality LED lighting fixtures and bulbs ensure for a long life period of over 100,000 hours to reduce maintenance costs, increase safety and increase energy savings.

“The LED lighting is certainly an improvement in the quality of light. We were able to realize $34,000 in savings on our overall electric bill for the less than full year that we had the LED lights and this takes into account any rate increase from the utility supplier.” – Jerry Witte, CFO, Fabiano Brothers

Not only does Fabiano Brothers see energy savings and maintenance savings, the LED lighting provides a much more safe working environment for the workers and much more appealing. “My warehouse employees really like the LED style of lighting not only because it is clean and bright but because the light is where it needs to be… on their work.” – Jerry Witte, CFO, Fabiano Brothers

The partnership with Fabiano Brothers and Electro-Matic Visual made this outstanding high bay LED lighting upgrade happen. This impressive facility is now able to function at a higher efficiency while improving the productivity of their workers and making the environment they work in more safe.

More to come: look for more on Fabiano Brothers LED parking lot lighting, LED office lighting, and exterior LED lighting!
 
If you would like to learn more about LED Lighting and how it can save you money try our ROI calculator or visit our website: visual.electro-matic.com

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Topics: LED Technology, Going Green, Electro-Matic LED, Electro-Matic Sign News, High Bay Lighting, LED Lighting, News

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