by Piers Lowbridge | Aug 10, 2023 | Blog
An AstroDIM LED bollard is a stand-alone dimmable LED bollard solution that allows autonomous dimming without the need for manual lighting switching during the predefined set times. This lighting solution is a good option for clients who want automated control for...
by Piers Lowbridge | Aug 10, 2023 | Blog
Photocell sensors or photoelectric switches are a form of automated lighting. It’s a standalone lighting solution that works similarly to how light switches would. It turns on and off by sensing the number of lux levels in the area and doesn’t need adjustment for...
by Piers Lowbridge | Aug 9, 2023 | Blog
DALI stands for Digital Addressable Lighting Interface and was developed to allow digital configuration and control of lighting products. DALI is a 2-way communications protocol to provide communications between different components in a lighting system. This way,...
by Piers Lowbridge | Aug 9, 2023 | Blog
Safety should be a top priority when it comes to our site and those working on it. For fires, power failures, or even a natural disaster, it’s important to put in place safety measures that help minimize the consequences. For that instance, and as stated under UK law,...
by Piers Lowbridge | Aug 3, 2023 | Blog
A passive Infrared Sensor, or PIR, is a motion sensor that can add an extra level of safety to your pathway, car park, or buildings. PIR sensors detect infrared radiation energy produced by body heat and are used to detect movement inside or outside buildings or...
by Piers Lowbridge | Nov 17, 2015 | Blog
With police operations going on continuously around the clock, having high quality lighting to operate effectively is one of their top priorities. But with police force officials continually looking at ways to cut expenses bills, finding an economic solution is almost...
by Piers Lowbridge | Nov 12, 2015 | Blog
What do a Defence Infrastructure Organisation initiative and Exterior LED Lighting has in common? It sounds like the start of a bad joke but actually, there’s a strong link between the two. Why? There is no doubt that we are living in some of the most economically...
by Piers Lowbridge | Oct 23, 2015 | Blog
There are 43 police forces in England and Wales and this case study shows the enormous benefits, both financial and environmental, of the decision to switch to LED lighting for just one of these forces. Leicestershire police decided on three products from Gemma...
by Piers Lowbridge | Oct 14, 2015 | Blog
Cutting costs in the NHS is always a primary focus for every Trust. Reducing financial liabilities without compromising on patient care is the ultimate aim. Saving money through spending less without losing doctors, nurses, surgeons or any aspect of medical care is a...
by Piers Lowbridge | Oct 8, 2015 | Blog
Has the LED luminaire market doubled over the last four years? Lights. We’re surrounded by them all the time, in many different ways and strengths. Most of us use lights unthinkingly; but there are some who are more invested in the lighting market. And it’s these...
by Piers Lowbridge | Oct 2, 2015 | Blog
Exterior LED MOD lighting – How lighting can reduces redundancies and save money? It is impossible to underestimate the importance of light to human life. Since the dawn of time light has been a vital instrument in the progression of our species; encouraging...
by Piers Lowbridge | Sep 28, 2015 | Blog
Light. A simple, familiar concept these days which comes from a number of sources – and has a huge impact. From the very earliest days of civilisation, light has played an enormous role in the lives of humans. Our circadian rhythm, otherwise known as the sleep/wake...
by Piers Lowbridge | Sep 22, 2015 | Blog
The concept of lighting roads and streets is not a modern day one. The earliest street lighting was as long ago as the Roman and Greek civilisations. The idea behind it was predominantly security; to deter robbers and light paths clearly. However, the street-light...
by Piers Lowbridge | Sep 16, 2015 | Blog
LED Lighting for Police The police force is one of our most valued civic bodies. In terms of public safety and security, crime fighting and managing hostile situations, their job is never over. Working in a shift pattern around the clock, our police officers do...
by Piers Lowbridge | Sep 7, 2015 | Blog
A strong statement – but an entirely reasonable one. In the UK, our multi-billion pound healthcare system is arguably the most advanced in its structure and function worldwide. Billions of people rely on receiving ongoing medical care from the NHS each year....
by Piers Lowbridge | Sep 2, 2015 | Blog
We’ve come a long way since prehistoric times, and whilst we may not rely on seeds or woolly mammoths to survive, our modern day society is edging back towards the caveman style of thinking. Attention within the lighting industry is turning sharply towards something...
by Piers Lowbridge | Aug 25, 2015 | Blog
Since high power LED’s exploded onto the market over ten years ago, their use in commercial lighting has become both more widespread and comprehensive. From the specific lighting of small areas, to lighting on an industrial scale, more and more companies are choosing...
by Piers Lowbridge | Aug 13, 2015 | Blog
How can LED Lighting save the MOD money? In a climate where the word ‘austerity’ is on everyone’s lips, the UK is no exception. The economy needs an overhaul and cuts must be made. But perhaps we can ask – where exactly are the Government looking to make these...
by Piers Lowbridge | Feb 28, 2015 | Blog
Though small in size, the light-emitting diode, or LED as it is more commonly known, made a huge impact when it first arrived on the scene. And this was not just in the lighting industry, but in almost every industry; this was a revolutionary little thing. Suddenly,...
by Piers Lowbridge | Jan 28, 2015 | Blog
Success in industry. In 2013 Gemma Lighting won the Business of the Year Award at the Portsmouth Business Awards. In 2015 they will be sponsoring the Start-Up Business of the Year Award at the same ceremony. Clearly, this is an indication of success in the industry,...
by Piers Lowbridge | Dec 3, 2014 | Blog
Ever heard lights described as ‘intelligent’? Probably not. But this is exactly what LED lights are bringing to the market. Another trend which is emerging is that of electronic apps, known as ‘intelligent lighting controls’. These apps link together to form one...
by Piers Lowbridge | Nov 26, 2014 | Blog
The second area in which LEDs are steadily climbing ahead is in comparison to the more traditional fluorescent tube lighting. Using LED lights offers businesses the chance for more options, such as varying colours, dimness and brightness. This has specific advantages...
by Piers Lowbridge | Nov 12, 2014 | Blog
Following their meteoric rise to success and increasingly widespread usage, the question now is – what does the future hold for LED lights? It’s impossible to predict exactly, of course, but there are 3 emerging trends which are certainly worth following; these...
by Piers Lowbridge | Sep 19, 2014 | Blog
LED lighting is an established force in the business industry, with hundreds of businesses including the Marriott hotel chain and Co-op food group, now choosing to use this eco-friendly lighting option. However it has yet to make its mark within the consumer retail...
by Piers Lowbridge | Aug 5, 2014 | Blog
Exporting. This is one of the cornerstones of Gemma Lighting and quite often key to the successful global expansion of a company. But it’s not always easy to achieve. With many businesses fighting for the same opportunities, quite often the chances of success are low....
by Piers Lowbridge | Jul 9, 2014 | Blog
LEDs are a fast emerging technology, best known so far as indicator lamps in electronic equipment. However they are rapidly becoming a popular choice for household lighting, because of their 80% improved efficiency compared to incandescent light bulbs. Their sustained...
by Piers Lowbridge | Jun 17, 2014 | Blog
July 2011 – a survey by Which? Magazine asked “Would a Made In Britain logo help you to buy British?” An overwhelming 84% of respondents said yes, a clearer indication than ever before about the strength of British loyalty to their home brands. So – what are we...
by Piers Lowbridge | Apr 9, 2014 | Blog
LED lighting technology is not a new concept. It has been around for over fifty years now; it first appeared in 1962 as practical electronic components. These early versions of LEDs were found in indicator lamps for electronic devices, and shortly afterwards they were...
by Piers Lowbridge | Mar 10, 2014 | Blog
Sarah Haynes has joined Gemma Lighting as their Content Marketing Editor. She will be writing regular blogs about the company, its aims and growth and how Gemma Lighting continues to be a huge success in the world of LED lighting. From social events, awards, new and...
by Piers Lowbridge | Feb 21, 2014 | Blog
Dudbridge uses the nickname “Flash”. He started playing in his very early teens, citing Dennis Priestley as one of his heroes. Dudbridge made a name for himself in the British Darts Organisation by winning the Winmau World Masters in 2002, defeating Tony...
by Piers Lowbridge | Feb 3, 2014 | Blog
Friday 31st January was a horrible, rainy evening in Portsmouth, but that did not stop the excitement of those gathered at the Guildhall for the Portsmouth News Business Excellence Awards 2013. It was a glitzy, glamorous, black tie event, with some of the best of...
