Case Study: Wholefoods

We recently were called into a whole foods grocery store. The owner was starting to see failures in his high bay lights. It commenced with a small qty of failures and has proceeded with a growing number of failures. The failures were of a varying nature either complete failure, partial led fails or reduction in output. Perhaps most annoying for the client was the light issues commenced virtually right after the warranty ran out. On removal and inspection of the lights it became very apparent heat had been the main culprit, with leds actually having dry jointed so badly, the led’s had desoldered from the PCB pads. The heatsink appeared adequate for the power rating of the lamp.

The issue however was that the Chinese manufacturer for some reason has sealed the led engine in a manner that equated to IP6x level of protection. This seemed odd given the high bay was always intended for indoor application and no exposure to moisture ingress. The net effect of this was the small sealed engine was cooking in its own radiant energy despite the adequate heatsink, there was no vent point to allow the escape of the huge heat build up directly around the led engine.

Over time this cycling of radiant heat caused the leds to operate beyond their rated specification and ultimately premature failure. We repaired the light engine’s and created venting in the housing so the leds would not exceed temperature ratings

Our services include

• Assessment of your Light

• Determine failure status

• Analysis of Thermal performance, most often the root cause of Failure

• Electrical performance, confirm driver performance and light

• Provide repair cost based on Repair or replace

• Optional Services 

  • Spectral Analysis to colour match replacement solution

  • Optional Dialux light plan analysis of your entire lighting system

We manufacture Led lights so we understand the issues that make a great or poor light and can bring those skills to bear on your lighting issue

Repairing LED Light Fixtures: Cost-Effective Solutions for Improved Performance LED light fixtures have become increasingly popular over the years due to their energy efficiency and long lifespan. However, like any other electronic product, LED light fixtures may require repairs from time to time. In this blog, we’ll explore the importance of repairing LED light fixtures, the role of the Right to Repair movement, and the benefits of repairing LED light fixtures in terms of cost and improved performance.

The Right to Repair Movement The Right to Repair movement is a growing global effort to promote repairability and sustainability in consumer electronics. The movement argues that consumers should have the right to repair their own devices and access repair information, parts, and tools. By giving consumers the ability to repair their own devices, the Right to Repair movement helps reduce waste and improve the overall lifespan of electronic products.

The Benefits of Repairing LED Light Fixtures Repairing LED light fixtures not only saves money on replacement costs, but it also helps reduce waste in landfills and lowers the demand for new products. Additionally, repairing LED light fixtures can help extend their lifespan and maintain their performance, providing long-term cost savings and reducing the need for frequent replacements. Improved Performance of Later Technology With advancements in technology, new LED light fixtures are becoming increasingly efficient and more cost-effective. However, this does not mean that older LED light fixtures should be thrown away and replaced with newer models.

Repairs can often bring older LED light fixtures up to the same level of performance as the latest models, helping to bridge the gap between old and new technology. In conclusion, repairing LED light fixtures is a cost-effective solution that helps reduce waste and improve the overall lifespan of the product.

By supporting the Right to Repair movement, consumers can take control of the repair process and ensure that their LED light fixtures continue to perform at their best. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or prefer to take your LED light fixtures to a professional, the benefits of repairing LED light fixtures cannot be ignored.