Earlsmann Lighting Illuminates Cotswold Padel Club with LED Innovation
Earlsmann Lighting, a renowned UK-based company specialising in advanced lighting solutions, has once again demonstrated its expertise by lighting up the new padel courts in the Cotswolds. Known for delivering tailored, energy-efficient led lighting for a wide range of sports venues, Earlsmann’s project at the new Cotswold Padel Club not only ensured compliance with sport lighting standards but also delivered a visually appealing lighting experience for both players and spectators.
Lighting Requirements for Padel Courts
Padel, a rapidly growing sport in the UK, requires specific lighting to ensure optimal playability, as it involves fast-moving balls and quick reactions. Ensuring proper lighting across the entire court is critical, not only for performance but also for safety. In line with recommended standards, Earlsmann provided lighting that delivered an impressive 500 lux across the courts with a uniformity ratio of 0.7.
The 500 lux level ensures that the entire playing area is well-lit, allowing players to clearly track the ball and react quickly. Achieving a uniformity ratio of 0.7, which measures how evenly light is distributed, is essential to avoid dark spots and ensure consistent lighting across the whole court. This consistency allows players to perform at their best, with no area of the court disadvantaged by poor visibility.
Old-Fashioned Style Meets Modern Efficiency: LED Highbay Lights
In addition to illuminating the padel courts themselves, Earlsmann took a creative approach when lighting the adjacent viewing area. Instead of using standard sports hall lighting, they installed dimmable, old-fashioned style LED highbay lights to provide an inviting ambiance for spectators. Highbay lights, typically used in industrial or large indoor spaces, provide bright and focused lighting, making them perfect for illuminating large viewing areas. The choice of vintage-styled LED highbay lights combined the classic charm of traditional lighting fixtures with the efficiency and longevity of modern LED technology.
Energy Efficiency and Longevity
One of the core advantages of using LED technology in both the padel courts and viewing areas is its exceptional energy efficiency. LEDs consume significantly less energy than traditional lighting systems, which helps reduce the carbon footprint of sports facilities. In addition, LEDs have a longer lifespan, meaning less frequent maintenance and replacement, which further reduces the long-term costs for venues like Cotswold Padel Club.
Conclusion
With their work at the Cotswold Padel Club, Earlsmann Lighting has once again proven their ability to deliver tailored lighting solutions that meet both performance and aesthetic needs. By providing a uniform 500 lux across the courts and enhancing the spectator area with stylish LED highbay lights, Earlsmann has created a visually appealing and energy-efficient environment for players and spectators alike. Whether it’s for performance lighting on the court or stylish illumination in the viewing area, Earlsmann’s expertise in LED lighting continues to shine.
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