LANDSCAPING & EXTERNAL WORKS
SOLAR PATH LIGHTING IN THE UK – WILL IT REALLY WORK ?
LUMENA LIGHTS EXPLAIN WHY IT WILL , & THEIR 4 YEAR SOLAR SUCCESS STORY
Outdoor lighting supplier Lumena had an ambition for many years to source reliable Solar lighting that did the previously unthinkable ; perform well in UK weather . Their aim was to change public perception that solar lights were all cheap , low output and low quality by supplying a range of revolutionary , high spec . solar lights that could perform to commercial standards . In 2019 , Lumena worked closely with select manufacturers to produce solar lights suited to the British climate by focusing on existing technical solar light specifications .
Backed up by a passion for improved technology ; the ‘ Pro Solar range ’ was created by incorporating highly-efficient solar panels , ever brighter LEDs and most importantly high capacity , long life Lithium-Ion batteries . The first PIR solar wall lights on offer , ‘ Freeway ’ and ‘ HiWay ’ had a residential-to-commercial crossover and used PIR motion sensor functions . These have proved to be a fantastic charge-retaining factor .
Modelled on the brand ’ s existing 240v bollard lights , the first small batch of solar bollard lights were launched . After testing these , it was clear that the brightness of the bollards was enough to stand up to mains lighting , and indeed the lights turned on every evening even after dull days in Winter . However , the initial tests concluded , that although the path lights were lasting into the night , they were not lasting long enough for Lumena ’ s high standards .
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“ When darkness falls , Pro Solar bollards illuminate at full brightness , and then follow a gradual dimming sequence throughout dark hours .
For that reason , for all existing stock and from 2019 , the electronic controls of the bollards were especially calibrated for longer illumination . When darkness falls , Pro Solar bollards illuminate at full brightness , and then follow a gradual dimming sequence throughout dark hours . They now last all night most of the time even in January , mainly down to this innovative function . After 4 years , they now stock and supply the UK ’ s largest range of professional solar lighting including 15 + incredibly popular solar bollards . They recently introduced more PIR models and radiata timber designs . Commonly installed in commercial premises , public areas , housing developments & gardens , high profile educational and hospitality venues , and the Eden Project Cornwall . The ultimate in low emission , eco-friendly solar lighting .
Since the success of the Pro Solar range , Lumena launched the ViaMax solar street light range - the professionals ’ choice in high output Solar Street Lighting . Available as full sets complete with 60mm or 76mm lamp posts or as lights only to attach to your existing post . High capacity , long life Lithium Batteries and Large Solar Panels , along with quality motion sensors and time controllers result in substantial charge retention and reliable illumination .
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