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Why you need Arani USB A+ C outlets

Why you need Arani USB A+ C outlets

USB A and C outlets offer a range of benefits that can make our lives easier, and lucky for you, Arani is having a Spring Promotion on wiring devices (which include our USB outlets)! In case you’re not convinced, here are some reasons to start using USB outlets.…

The benefits of upgrading to energy-efficient lighting solutions

The benefits of upgrading to energy-efficient lighting solutions

As the world becomes increasingly aware of the impact of climate change, more and more homeowners and businesses are looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint. One simple yet effective way to do so is by upgrading to energy-efficient lighting solutions. Not only does this help the environment, but it can also save you money in the long run. …

Myth 06:  Lighting only represents a little portion of my electricity bill

Myth 06: Lighting only represents a little portion of my electricity bill

Hydro Quebec's illustration sums up the average breakdown of electricity consumption in Quebec. Therefore, we can estimate that in Quebec, 5% of the costs of the electricity bill relate to actual lighting consumption. Although this may be your case as a Quebec resident, other locations in Canada or even across the border can rapidly increase to 15%.…

Myth 13: LED contains mercury

Myth 13: LED contains mercury

An excuse we sometimes hear from consumers for not switching to LED technology is that LED lamps contain mercury, thus they are not safe. Actually, the truth couldn’t be any further from the statement. In fact, LED based products do not have any mercury. They do contain a few soldering spots of lead and/or arsenic but this is not in any powder form and they are very minimal within the product.…

Myth 29: LED lights are too expensive

Myth 29: LED lights are too expensive

Any technology at an early development stage is usually a costly investment. So, the question should really be: Expensive compared to what? Lighting has evolved tremendously within the past century. Since the introduction of LED back in the 1980s, the technology behind LED has evolved enormously and consequent cost of this technology has dropped significantly as well.…

How to read a photometric Report?

How to read a photometric Report?

Photometric reports provide precious information about a source’s intensity and flux, illumination, luminance, glare and much more. If you are in the lighting industry, chances are that you have already seen these types of reports and graphics. Used mostly for specification-grade projects, most lighting manufacturers provide technical sheets with all the lighting characteristics.…