If you've ever been a passenger on a flight anywhere in the world, you've most likely taken notice of the lights that illuminate your runway. Runway lights, also referred to as airway lighting is just one of several categories of airport lighting, all of which play an integral role in the functioning of an airport. General Airport Lighting An airport beacon or aerodrome beacon has a large rotating light that...

From the shadowy light manipulations of horror movies, that haunt your imagination, to the warm inviting glow of budding young love, the arrangements of lighting setups in film have proved to have unlimited possibilities. Lighting is responsible for creating the mood and atmosphere of any given film. It helps set an emotion, whilst guiding the audience's gaze and reaction to interpret specific feelings and meanings. There are, however, certain techniques...

Strictly speaking, for many, the sole purpose of lighting is to illuminate a space. At its most basic level, this is, in fact, true. However, if you find yourself standing in an architectural masterpiece you will quickly find that lighting holds the stage for all architectural possibilities. The relationship between architectural design and light is inevitable, necessary and intentional. It is in understanding this effortless connection that we can truly...

A revolution is taking place in the boating and shipping industry and it is LED lighting that is leading this revolt. LEDs were ultimately destined to take over all Maritime lighting, from navigation to onboard lighting fixtures and everything in between, LEDs are dominating this space. Even the official U.S Navy and well-known private fishing monopolies are bowing to its powers. Let's see why many industry-leading companies are making the...

Have you ever simply strolled past a store, backtracked and decided to go inside because you were intrigued by their lighting display? Yes? Then you have experienced the power of LED retail lighting. The advent of this lighting solution has changed the way in which retails interact with you and it all comes down to whether they have chosen to invest in one of the greatest lighting fixtures in the...

Predicting photography trends may seem slightly presumptuous given the ever-changing nature of the photography space. However, if current imagery stylings are anything to go by; 2020 will see more honest and raw photography as opposed to more traditional influences. This is significant as photographers are now playing on visual aesthetics, techniques and story-telling. So, to make sure that your projects gain the recognition that they deserve, we've compiled all you...

It is a known fact that healthcare facilities, namely hospitals, utilise significant amounts of energy. This is aimed at ensuring the safety of staff, patients and visitors. When balancing the need to obtain standardised safety practices whilst bringing down exorbitant operational costs, healthcare facilities find themselves at a crossroads. This challenge begs the question: what is an affordable and energy-efficient solution? Particularly for an industry that is founded on 24-hour...

Ensuring that your workspace is fitted with adequate lighting is of paramount importance. Lighting ultimately plays a role in security, safety and overall productional outputs. Converting your factory lighting to LED light fixtures will prove to compliment a safe and harmonious work environment for both you and your employees. Factory lighting Over the last decade, we have seen substantial changes in the shadier settings of factory work environments. The advent...

Your ability to understand the nuances of lighting will translate in all areas of your photography. Whether you are looking to do client product advertising, high-end fashion shoots or simply capturing a memory, lighting will make or break your image. Taking cognisance of the fact that your camera essentially records the light in a scene is the very foundation of product photography. The quality of your photos is a reflection...

Now while your more experienced farmer might raise a brow to those questioning the importance of grow lights, for a beginner, grow lights come with a lot of question marks. This blog aims to answers some of those question marks and prove why grow lights are taking over the farming industry! Artificial lighting For many farmers, outdoor gardening is more than a mere luxury, in reality, it's a pipe dream....

Many people don't realise that the lighting in a room affects the way that we feel. This is especially true in office environments. Poor office lighting leads to headaches, lethargy and a general feeling of unhappiness. This is why office lighting should be one of the very first things to consider during the office design phase. Proper lighting isn't only good for employee health but also provides a positive attitude,...

As the official Southern Africa distributors of Fluence, we are thrilled to announce and showcase our range of Fluence products. This is a detailed outline of what Fluence does and how we are now affiliated with them. A little bit about Fluence Fluence Bioengineering is evolving the way the world cultivates food, medicine and our collective understanding of photobiology, especially when it comes to indoor grow facilities. All Fluence systems...

What is the most important thing you need when it comes to photography or cinematography? Your first thought may have been a camera, right? It's a pretty obvious assumption. While a camera is obviously important during any type of shoot, lighting may be something you need to pay a little more attention to. Inadequate lighting can have a highly negative impact on the scene you're trying to create. Lighting has...

Lighting is something we don't think about very often. As long as we have light and can see, we don't pay much attention to it. Some places require specific lighting - hence the reason for a large variety of lighting options. The type of lighting required usually depends on the specifications of the location, what the lights will be used for or specific requirements curated by rules and regulations. We're...

When we think about lighting, we often only really think about lamps or overhead lighting that help us see when it starts getting dark outside. We very rarely think of the appliances that we use every day that use lights and bulbs. Many of these appliances actually require specialised lighting to ensure they operate correctly; ensuring that the lightbulb doesn't get damaged or break inside the appliance. Have you ever...

From the 28th to the 1st of December 2019, we attended our first Cannabis Expo at the Sandton Convention Centre. We were very intrigued and excited to attend this expo. Our aim going into the weekend was not necessarily to sell products, but rather to network our business through different mediums to have a larger impact on the market. Our exposure to new people, products and projects will be instrumental...

The world's population is growing at a rapid rate, according to Our World In Data, in the 20th century, the world population increased from 1.5 billion to 6.1 billion. This emphasises the demands that this will place on farming and adequate land for sustainable growth.  Scientists say that the Earth has lost a third of its arable lands over the last 40 years. The lack of arable land coupled with...

The Sky Track System is one of Manfrotto's most innovative types of studio equipment. This piece of lighting equipment allows you to have complete control over your lighting, shadows and tone of your shoot. This also includes controlling where the light is situated in your studio without having to worry about lighting poles or stands getting in the way of your shot or scene. We're exploring all you need to...

LEDs have quickly taken the lighting industry by storm and many people are changing their current lights to keep up with this. There are many pros to using LEDs, especially in areas that require large amounts of quality lighting or specific types of light. Even though LEDs are slightly more expensive, their maintenance costs are much lower, making them the preferred option. Specialists from various industries have realised that LEDs...

In photography, cinematography and videography, light is your most important asset. Bad lighting can really hamper your ability to capture the perfect moment. In this industry, lighting (both in and outside of the studio) is something you truly can't survive without and having the ability to manipulate and perfect the lighting you need is a necessity. This brings us to the importance of reflectors - one of the most underrated...