Solatube® International Introduces the Integrated LED Light Kit
The integration of natural light and LED light from a single fixture
Supporting its continued commitment to delivering innovative, energy-efficient products, Solatube® International Inc., the worldwide leading manufacturer and marketer of Tubular Daylighting Devices (TDDs), introduced its latest product innovation to its commercial product line, the Integrated LED Light Kit.
The new Integrated LED Light Kit allows the integration of natural light and traditional electric light from a single fixture for a cleaner ceiling appearance and nighttime illumination. It works by harnessing the sun’s (free) natural light during the day and additionally offers cost- and energy-efficient LED lighting at night.
In addition, the high-efficiency LED lighting system includes a dimming option that can be paired with manual and automated dimming controls, which is perfect for offices and schools where lighting control and comfort is important.
“We developed the commercial Integrated LED Light Kit in response to our customers’ desire for technology that would provide optimal lighting and energy savings,” said Robert E. Westfall Jr., president of Solatube International. “It’s an intelligent fusion of natural light and LED lighting that makes for a clean ceiling design.”
Cost-effective, energy-efficient and eco-friendly, a Solatube TDD harvests daylight at the rooftop, transfers it down a highly reflective tube and distributes it evenly into an interior space through a diffuser at the ceiling — on both sunny and cloudy days — with virtually no commissioning or maintenance.
Solatube is proud to offer the highest Light Transfer Efficiency (LTE), the most consistent Color Temperature Maintenance (CTM) and the best light-to-solar heat gain ratio of any daylighting system on the market.
Recently, Solatube TDDs were among the first innovations to receive the “Solar Impulse Efficient Solution” Label by The Solar Impulse Foundation, recognizing all the effort and innovative development it has made to become a recognized energy-efficient solution.
Today, more than 2 million people have improved their homes with Solatube products, and millions more have enjoyed the benefits at department stores, schools, hotels, hospitals, grocery stores, offices and athletic facilities. Well-known Fortune 500 brands have enhanced their customers’ experiences while reducing their corporate energy costs by incorporating Solatube products into their stores, offices and facilities.
The Design Process
LED LIGHT KIT PROJECT ROADMAP STAGES
- Define Product performance, Cost, ROI, and Design Parameters to achieve successful product adoption
- KELVIN TEMPERATURE
- LUMEN OUTPUT
- OTHER PERFORMANCE PERAMETERS
- TARGET COST
- PACKAGING
- SIZE UNITS TO FIT
- GLOBAL COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS
- MARKETING
- Define Global Product Compliance Requirements to allow national and international product sales
- Design and Prototype product in conjunction with compliance, ease of manufacturability, ease of installation in to Solatube Tubular Daylighting Systems, ease of connectability to a 0-10V Control system and all additional pre-established criteria.
- KELVIN TEMPERATURE
- LUMEN OUTPUT
- OTHER PERFORMANCE PERAMETERS
- TARGET COST
- PACKAGING
- SIZE UNITS TO FIT
- GLOBAL COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS
- Confirm all Product and Component Sourcing via collaboration with vendor(s) and define any modifications to finished model and assembly components which may affect the final design, cost, or compliance.
- Compliance Testing with finished models to gain all necessary regulatory approvals.
- UL COMPLIANCE
- CE COMPLIANCE
- CCRR
- In-Office Installation of product to analyze ease of installation and receive product performance feedback.
- Complete all administrative functions such as costed bill of materials, models, installation instructions, pricing, update of all applicable Solatube software systems and tools
- Define and Execute Sales and Marketing Functions
- Marketing launch campaign
- Website updates
- Coordination of product and installation training
- Customer product sampling
- Product Launch & Celebration
- Post Launch – Collect Feedback & Conduct Product Modifications as necessary
Sustainability
Cost-effective, energy-efficient and eco-friendly, a Solatube Tubular Daylighting Device harvests daylight at the rooftop, transfers it down a highly reflective tube and distributes it evenly into an interior space through a diffuser at the ceiling — on both sunny and cloudy days — with virtually no commissioning or maintenance. No electric lights needed during daylight hours. At night, the energy-saving Integrated LED System kicks in to provide effective and cost-reducing lighting.
Awards
“Solar Impulse Efficient Solution” Label by The Solar Impulse Foundation Vision Award Planet Positive Award Architizer A+ Product Awards
Pricing
Solatube Units 290DS/300DS: $168.92 Solatube Units 330DS/750DS: $295.61
Solatube International Inc., based in Vista, Calif. (northern San Diego County), is the worldwide leading innovator, manufacturer, and marketer of Tubular Daylighting Devices (TDDs). Solatube Daylighting Systems bring natural daylight into commercial buildings, schools, and homes to create pleasant, well-illuminated, and eco-friendly indoor environments. Using patented technology, Solatube Daylighting Systems maximize light capture through optical domes on the roof, efficiently transfer it through highly reflective tubing, then diffusing natural daylight into indoor spaces where it was once thought impossible.
