Safety in a workplace is of paramount importance. And anyone who has ever dealt with broken glass before knows just how dangerous it can be. But if you’re dealing with a broken light bulb, specifically a fluorescent one, you… Read More
How to Avoid Glare Through Lighting Design
When designing a lighting system for commercial and industrial settings, one of the biggest challenges is minimizing glare. Glare is an unavoidable consequence of lighting, but the decisions made during the design process can unintentionally make glare stronger and more… Read More
3 Types of Lighting Commonly Used in Commercial Settings
It’s well-established how much of a role lighting plays in our mood, energy levels, and cognitive function. And it’s even more important in a commercial setting, where great lighting can improve productivity, promote safety, and close sales. However, it goes… Read More
How to Use Power Strips Properly at Your Business
For businesses that rely on electronic devices every day, power strips are invaluable tools to help them make sure all of their devices have power. Power outlets can be in short supply, especially in older buildings that may not have… Read More
How to Tell That Your Building Needs Rewiring Services
Access to electricity is one of those things that we really take for granted in this day and age. It’s usually assumed that electrical services will be ready and available, especially in the commercial space. However, that doesn’t mean that… Read More
LED Lighting and Your Commercial Building
With temperatures rising, it won’t be long before summer is in full swing. Is your commercial building ready to handle the heat? For some, keeping the office comfortable is nearly impossible during the summer months. And one of the biggest… Read More
How to Prevent an Electrical Fire from Occurring at Your Business
While an electrical fire may seem highly unlikely at your business, the risk is real enough if you and your employees aren’t properly trained in preventing them. According to FEMA, around 8% of fires in commercial settings were caused by… Read More
3 Reasons to Get an Electrical Inspection for a Commercial Building
Electrical inspections are very important as they can give businesses and property managers some key information about the state of their electrical systems. This goes beyond emergency systems, which may need to be checked every so often by law. Regular… Read More
Picking the Best Lighting for an Industrial Facility
Great lighting can be a difference-maker in many situations. In an office setting, a good lighting setup promotes productivity and stimulates creativity through the intentional usage of natural light. In retail and other commercial settings, good lighting brings in customers… Read More
Common Causes of Power Surges
A power surge is an event when electrical power surges at a higher rate the normal. As you may be aware, in the United States the vast majority of our devices operate on an average of 120 volts; However, when… Read More