Landscape & Urban Design Issue 52 2021 | Page 97

LIGHTING
popular in all areas – in gardens , commercial premises , public areas – even waterfront piers . We continue to expand the range with our most recent additions being the Endura Path Light which will illuminate for up to 10 nights when fully charged ! This is our longest lasting solar light which has recently launched with a fantastic response and results .
Sales manager Ben Courtney has witnessed a change in buying habits , even from the electrical trade who are often seeking out a solar alternative .
‘ Now the trade are aware that the quality of solar lighting has improved , they are confidently specifying solar lighting options , usually alongside 240v mains lights . Most of the time , the solar lights are specified for areas where cabling and power is not a viable option , either for cost , time , sustainability , or because of general upheaval . It ticks the environmental boxes for all involved too , which is a really positive step ’
Since the end of 2020 we have been developing an even brighter Solar Street Light Range – ViaMAX . Just launched , these larger scale designs such as the ‘ Streetmaster ’ and ‘ Olympia Max ’ are exclusive to Lumena , and suited to commercial premises such as walkways and venue car parks due to their high output and large solar panels . 3m galvanised columns with 76mm or 60mm columns are available . The range also includes impressively bright downlights ideal for signage or general security such as the ‘ Dominium ’ which has a fully adjustable solar panel for ultimate charging efficiency .
Many of the lights have multiple lighting functions alongside motion sensors , two more factors important in retaining enough charge to shine bright in the UK , all year !
Solar lights have “ green ” credentials , are easy to DIY install , many with no light pollution such as the contemporary Endura [ pictured ] or the Pathmaster solar spreadlight . Some designs have integrated solar panels , whilst others can be placed in shady areas with the panel placed elsewhere .
We are excited to have launched the brand new ‘ Durasol ’ Solar Garden Lighting System to power multiple 12v lights at the same time from a single solar panel . This solar powered charging unit has been specially designed with Lumena ’ s 12v plug & play garden lights in mind . Simply plug the lights into the separate solar panel , for an eco , versatile installation , using easy splitters for multiple light fittings – no power source required !
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