Moy Pedestrian Bridge Nightshot

In association with Ryan Hanley Consultant Engineers fibreLED specified, fabricated and supplied a bespoke LED luminaire for the Ballina Ridge Pool pedestrian bridge in Ballina, Co Mayo, Ireland.

Moy Pedestrian Bridge lights

Moy Pedestrian Bridge

Moy Pedestrian Bridge Nightime

The custom luminaire was recessed in to the handrail and was required to provide a functional and consistent halo across the bridge walkway.

The design brief threw up a number of concerns, the fittings were not easily accessible post installation, there were issues such as potential vandalism and given the location weathering was a major concern. Coupled with that the fitting was required to reach a certain lux level, be anti-glare and due to its location product failure was not an option.

The fibreLED FLpod LED LUX was the LED used at the light source for this application. The FLpod LED LUX Strip system was recessed into a stainless steel box section housing complete with frosted polycarbonate face cover. A fret cut stainless steel cover plate covered the entire fitting leaving only the linear strip of light.

The FLpod LED LUX is a very reliable, extremely durable LED strip system. It has been used in countless diverse applications both interior and exterior. The system consumes approximately 5 watt per linear meter as compared to almost 9 times this for the traditional alternative. The light should last up to 50,000 hrs at 100% brightness and are durable to withstand the best our Irish winters can throw at them! For peace of mind when failure is not an option and access for maintenance is a concern it has proved itself time and time again.

As you can see from the images the affect on the bridge is glorious.

The landmark James Joyce Bridge, crossing the Liffey in Dublin’s city centre was the site of FibreLED’s latest high profile project.

The recently built feature bridge was previously illuminated with over 100 x 5ft standard fluorescent tubes consuming a massive 7500watts.

Access for maintenance was a major problem and required road closures. The fluorescent tubes were frequently blowing, creating constant maintenance issues which proved very costly and therefore unsustainable. Both from a safety perspective and visually as a feature the lighting to the bridge in its existing format was simply not working. Additionally the massive consumption of the existing system needed to be reduced as a matter of urgency.

FibreLED in association with Read Electrical Contractors and Dublin Corporation presented our FLTube1500 LED. This is a clear LED tube replacement fitting that offers a replacement to a traditional fluorescent tube with a 70% reduction in consumption, similar light levels and up to 50,000 hour maintenance free lighting.

The installation of LED tubes reduced the consumption from over 7500watts to approximately 2000watts and will eliminate previous maintenance and access issues.

Each luminaire comes complete with integral LED PSU and thermal management system to ensure maximum output and durability. Fittings offer high lumen output with little wastage and no maintenance.

As a major part of this energy drive lighting was targeted as an area whereby significant savings could be made in both consumption and maintenance costs. The HSE HQ in Swords Dublin is a hectic commercial location with a mix of open plan office areas, smaller offices, and conference and meeting rooms. A suitable LED retro fit specification would offer significant cost savings and virtually eliminate maintenance costs.  However, major concerns existed for the HSE.

Could the light level particularly over a working desk be achieved?

Could the light level in between fittings be achieved?

Was the colour of the light suitable for a working environment?

Could the change be made without a significant noticeable drop in light level, colour, shadowing etc.  so as not to encourage complaints from staff.

The FibreLED Range of LED provides a replacement to almost any conventional lamp with a massive reduction on consumption costs, with no compromise on light level or colour temperature. FACT.

FibreLED in association with H.Shiels electrical contractors provided the following;

Tube replacement – FLTube600-c – 9-Watt LED Fluorescent tube replacement. This was installed into 600 x 600 ceiling modular fittings throughout the office areas reducing the consumption per fittings from 85watts approx to 36watts.

Downlights – FL1069A - 15Watt Recessed LED downlight replaced the recessed PL and metal halide downlights. This replacement reduced the consumption per fitting from 72/80watts to 15watts – a massive savings.

Downlights – FLDLLED5 – 5Watt Recessed LED downlights replaced existing 50watt halogen dichroic downlights. Reducing the consumption from 50watts to 5watts per fitting – This represents 90% reduction in consumption savings.

This was a significant LED replacement project. LED Lighting was used as the only task lighting within a commercial office environment. It was a massive success and the HSE felt confident and assured in the quality of product, the warranties in place and indeed the track record and expertise of FibreLED in commercial LED projects.

The lighting being switched on for long periods throughout the centre meant management had to look for more efficient alternative to their lighting system.

A system that would provide the existing light levels,  easy installation and a minimum maintenance programme was required. The Swan Centre replaced the 70watt metal halide with the 15watt LED downlighter lux  which not only reduced usage from 4500kw to 975 watts but also provided a higher light level than the existing lighting.

Due to the fact that lights were on for long periods resulting in very high running cost management had to investigate alternative lighting options. A FL tube LEd was installed into vapour proof fittings. These tubes have been rigorously tested and built to the highest standard for long life maintenance free applications. This offered a durable and extremely efficient alternative to traditional fluorescent lighting with countless environmental advantage and substantial consumption savings. It met with brightness level requirements and produced a reduction from 130watts per fitting to 40 watts.

Buck Whaleys recent refurb required a slick, atmospheric lighting detail. The landmark nightclub required both feature lighting and functional traditional lighting to facilitate a multifunctional venue. The brief was to create an atmoshere of both a weekend venue and a corporate functions venue. This meant the lighting system had to be versatile to give the functional effect but also give the atmospheric nightclub effect. FibreLED were commissioned to assist in the creation of this. Colour Changing systems were installed to bar and nightclub areas as well as traditional, functional and dimmable luminares . Coupled with the luxury interior the overall finish is a cool and stylish nighclub.

The specification required an LED strip system that would be flexible enough to easily fit into light boxes of many various sizes, a system that would be bight enough to offer similar light levels to that of the fluorescent and a system that was suitably durable and had to correct warranties to be used in such a large-scale LED switching project.

After a painstaking testing and sampling period the fibreLED FLpod LED LUX system was chosen. It offers sufficient light level is flexible, durable, uses high quality diodes and will consume around 85% less power that the a fluorescent system. Considering all the signage being on for long periods the system will offer huge savings within the Airport and will pay for itself in terms of savings within around 12months.

Carrickdale Hotel – Spa Lighting installation. The brief was to create an ambient atmosphere throughout the Spa/Sauna area. This was achieved by installing an FLpod LED RGB colourchanging strip system behind the glass mood wall and into the ceiling coves. The result is an environment that encomapasses the idea of relaxation and well being. The mood can be controlled at the touch of a button and the atmosphere can be changed from a warming amber to a cool relaxing blue.  The lighting in the spa/sauna area is very unique and adds greatly to the experience of the Spa.

IAWS recently relocated to their new state of the art multimillion euro distribution centre in Grange Castle in Dublin.

As part of the design brief the glass exterior structure was required to be subtly illuminated in hours of darkness to reflect the modern design, sleek lines and innovative build of the main office building.

In association with the Art Of Light, FibreLED manufactured a bespoke LED strip system complete with custom housing. An exact level of brightness was needed so that the building was illuminated to a level yet not overbearing, garish or obtrusive to those working within the building. The system was required to give a halo, a glow to elevation yet the actual luminaires creating the effect were required to be discreet and not immediately visible.

Access for maintenance was also and issue therefore the system to be installed had to be of the utmost durability. The LED system was resin sealed for weathering protection. The bespoke housing gave due tolerance for expansion due to heat build-up behind the glass facia.

The LED Strip system installed in low voltage (12v) and consumes just 5watts per metre. The running cost for the system is negligible, the system requires no maintenance. This simple design using a quality, durable LED system is very effective.

FibreLED recently completed the lighting installation within the SPA in the new five Star Royal Marine Hotel in Dun Laoghaire in Dublin.  Our brief was to create a five star atmosphere, a relaxed mood and relaxed and enjoyable surrounding using a range of Fibre Optic and LED lighting effects.

Fibre Optic feature pieces within the treatment rooms create with a hypnotic twinkle effect. The awareness to the notion of light therapy and sensory stimulation as part of an overall treatment within a spa was a main consideration here.

Cove lighting halo effect within treatment rooms, over pool and throughout corridors dressing rooms creates and adds to a very a sleek feel throughout the SPA.

Fibre Optic Mood wall within relaxation room again reemphasizes the sensory experience and adds greatly to the treatment.

Bespoke LED acrylic bedside stands and planter boxes create a unique and aqua mood to the relaxation room.

Within the wet area such as the sauna, the steam rooms Fibre Optic colour changing effects add to what is a truly unique and most effective lighting installation.

Problem: Intense heat from 75watt AR111 Lamps caused the retail space to be uncomfortable and the air conditioning to be running over time. This created a huge consumption costs within the store.

Solution: FibreLED Power LED AR111 offered a heat free alternative, fraction of the running cost, and no maintenance. The air conditioning was also turned down adding to further savings. FibreLED LED lamps offer the correct light level and colour temperature to act as a suitable replacement for a retail scenario.

FibreLED were involved the design, manufacture and installation of a bespoke luminaire to be recessed into the stainless steel handrail. The LED strip system is resin sealed for maximum moisture protection, installed into a pvc channel with a polycarbonate face cove for vandalism protection. System is also low voltage and consumes less that 5watts per metre so consumption costs are negligible. The system also requires little or no maintenance.

The entrance to the Garden or Remembrance was recently modernised. Part of the design brief involved illumination of the area and the stairway via the glass balustrade with lighting to be incorporated into the stainless steel handrail.

Vandalism, light level, maintenance and running cost are all issues facing the design brief. FibreLED were involved the design, manufacture and installation of a bespoke luminaire to be recessed into and the stainless steel handrail. The LED strip system is resin sealed for maximum moisture protection, installed into a pvc channel with a polycarbonate face cove for vandalism protection. System is also low voltage and consumes less that 5watts per metre so consumption costs are negligible. The system also requires little or no maintenance

Ceiling coffers throughout the hotel were to be installed with fluorescent lamps. The potential of high running cost, maintenance, and shadow gaps between the batons caused the design to be reviewed.

FibreLED provided our colour changing FLpod LED strip system. Consuming just 5watts per metre against over 40watts per metre for the fluorescent, over 300m the energy saving was incredible. Additionally, the LED strip requires no changing of lamps, has a consistent gap free linear illumination with the option of colour changing.

A system that would provide the light levels, was easily installed and that would not required regular maintenance was required. Texaco replaced the lighting with the revolutionary FLpod LED signage system, which significantly reduces running costs and reduces the need for maintenance.

Problems also encountered previously with fluorescent canopy lighting was sporadic spots where the light fades or in some cases completely goes out. The FLpod LED system is consistent linear light with no gaps and guaranteed not to fade or fail. Texaco are now enjoying massive savings.

The most frustrating problem was the colour of the replacement tubes was always slightly different to the tubes that had been in place. Coupled with these issues was the consumption costs, the system had been running at around 50watts per metre.

The solution required an LED strip system that would be easily retrofitted, be extremely energy efficient, and would be durable in that the area post installation would be very difficult to access. More importantly however was that the LED system had to offer similar light levels and colour temperature to the Fluorescent. As you will notice the light had to travel up around 1.5m along the curved ceiling. As part of the sampling process 2m of the FLpod LED LUX warm white system was installed. Some of the fluorescent batons in the various colours were also switched on to offer a comparison. In direct comparison the client was shown the LED in situ. It was clear it offered a clean consistent light, excellent light level and perfect colour temperature

The Academy Hotel in Dublin had up to 300m of Xenon lighting within decorative coffers throughout the hotel’s reception bar and dining area. The system was consuming up to 85watts per metre and required regular maintenance.

The Xenon was running almost 24hours per day and was proving very costly. The system was also proving extremely costly to maintain and had entire sections that were completely out. The hotel was conscious or running costs and needed a solution that coupled with low consumption would offer the warm white colour, would offer a strong level of light and would require no maintenance. FibreLED’s system met all the requirements and was quickly and easily retrofitted. The FLpod LED LUX warm white is a flexible high output LED strip system it consumes around 5watt per metre and compared to the 85watts. Based on these huge savings the system will have paid for itself within a year.

This installation is on the uppermost façade of the exterior of an extremely high building where access for maintenance is a major issue.

The installation required a durable, long-lasting, and extremely bright LED product. FibreLED’s, FLpod LED signage system was installed to the signage and mounted to the façade. Quinn’s illuminated logo is very eye-catching, bright and the worry of failure or fading is completely eradicated.

A public space within the UCD campus that comes alive at night. Feature benches with illumination internally, illumination of planters and planting, various bespoke features combine to create what is a real feature area within the campus.

The LED systems were specified to suit the demands of weather, vandalism, safety in terms of heat and electrical coupled with the environmental issues in terms of consumption and maintenance. FibreLED’s role was turn-key from assisting with design to specification and manufacture of custom pieces and full installation.

The plaza and entrance to the new children museum at the Beacon is as you will see from the images very carefully illuminated using indirect soft lighting effects.

Notice the floating planters illuminated from the base with a hidden strip creating a halo across the path way. Notice the steps where the entire stair case in illuminated without a light fitting being obviously visible. FibreLED designed, manufactured and installed a bespoke lighting strip which was installed directly into the handrail. Design concerns such as weathering, vandalism, light level and maintenance were all part of the brief that had to be considered and overcome. It is obvious that a quality, durable and long lasting LED system must be used in such an application. The effect looks fantastic.

IADT -  Dun Laoghaire

Gorey Civic Square