Surge protectors vs. circuit breakers—what’s the difference?

We all have our limits, and the wiring in our buildings, computers, peripherals, and appliances is no different. Fortunately, devices exist to detect when those limits have been surpassed and protect against damage. Today we'll look at two mechanisms: the circuit breaker and the surge protector. Each of these devices works differently and does different...

There’s More to Lighting than Lumens

The humble lumen is one of the most commonly referenced specifications for comparing the output of light fixtures. However, it may not always be the most accurate measurement to consider. Read on to learn what we recommend using instead when evaluating your lighting options. Simply put, a lumen (Lm) measures the amount of illumination emitted...

Illuminating the mysterious jargon of lighting

As any architect or designer can tell you, lighting has its own lingo and terminology. So we've put together this glossary of basic lighting terms for you to access any time you need to differentiate a lux from a lumen or decipher the difference between a light source's CRI and CCT.  Ampere (Amp): The basic unit...

More than meets the eye: How lighting affects our biology

Lighting—whether at work, at home, or outdoors—impacts physical and emotional well-being in many ways that can go beyond vision issues. The lighting in the environment in which you live and work can significantly affect your cognition, performance, mood, sleep, and more.  Impact on Moods and Emotions Researchers are just beginning to understand how lighting can...

Got a Glaring Problem? How to Fix Glare in Workspaces

Glare is not only annoying and distracting— but it can also be bad for your health. In addition to being a major contributor to eyestrain and headaches, glare can also cause back or neck strain if we’re unwittingly adjusting our posture in order to get a more comfortable view of the task at hand. Think...