Pallet isles: Flexibility and Energy Savings
Pallet isles: Flexibility and Energy Savings
For the new Tingstad distribution center in Sweden, the primary objective was to implement a lighting solution that delivered significant energy savings and offered unparalleled flexibility. By integrating our TritonLED linear fixtures with Vossloh-Schwab
Adapting to Automation
The project was executed in two phases. The initial installation was designed to maximize energy efficiency and provide a robust, easily manageable lighting system. However, the second phase introduced a new challenge: the facility transitioned to driver-less forklifts. This required a system-wide adjustment to sensor timers to ensure seamless and safe operation in the newly automated environment.
The Solution: Seamless Remote Integration and Smart Control
Our solution centered on the intelligent capabilities of the B2L system. Key highlights include:
- Effortless Remote Updates: When the second phase began, we were able to remotely send an updated Lina file to the customer, which they easily uploaded to the system. This eliminated the need for on-site commissioning, saving valuable time and resources.
- Intelligent Row Control: In the narrow-row layout of the distribution center, we deployed a strategic mix of sensor-equipped and standard fixtures. Out of 20 fixtures per row, only 30% were equipped with B2L XXL sensors, which then intelligently controlled the remaining fixtures in the line.
- Advanced Mesh Networking: A standout achievement was our ability to control fixtures in the mid-section, triggered by movement in adjacent rows, without any physical wiring. This was accomplished purely through the B2L mesh network, a feature our competitors could not offer, providing a cleaner, more efficient installation.
- Rapid Installation: The integration of quick connectors into our TritonLED products dramatically reduced installation times, allowing the project to proceed ahead of schedule.
Lighting Hardware Overview
- Triton OPTI Series: Utilized for areas with heights exceeding 11 meters, providing powerful and efficient illumination.
- Triton Option Sensor Series: Fixtures with integrated B2L XXL sensors, forming the intelligent backbone of the control system.
Vossloh-Schwabe Components::
- 165W B2L Driver (187032)
- LED Module TO WU-M-536-S2-TC-840 (569496)
- B2L XXL Sensor (187104)
- 60° LED Optics (560372)
By leveraging the advanced capabilities of Vossloh-Schwabe’s B2L technology and our versatile TritonLED fixtures, we delivered a lighting system for Tingstad that is not only highly energy-efficient but also intelligent, adaptable, and future-proof.
Fortiva: Perfect Illumination
Fortiva: Perfect Illumination
In collaboration with the experienced installation company Granitor, we delivered a precision-engineered lighting solution for their client Fortiva. The project demanded a system that not only met exact lighting specifications, but was also robust enough to handle the specific requirements of the facility.
The Challenge
The project presented two distinct requirements. First, the lighting system needed to deliver a precise, pre-calculated light level — a prerequisite for optimal performance and safety in Fortiva's daily operations. Second, the nature of the facility required the fixtures to meet specific protection ratings to guarantee long-term operational reliability.
The Technical Solution
To meet these requirements, we implemented a solution based on our high-performance TM fixtures, controlled via the DALI-2 protocol. DALI-2 enabled detailed, individual control of each fixture, ensuring that the final lighting result precisely matched the pre-installation calculations developed for the project.
Each fixture was delivered with a robust cable gland (CG), providing a certified IP43 protection rating — tailored to the environmental demands of Fortiva's facility.
Products Used
- Triton MAX TM Series
- DALI-2 driver
- Cable gland (CG): IP43 certified
Result
By combining DALI-2 technology with our versatile TritonLED TM fixtures, we delivered a lighting system that is highly energy-efficient, intelligent, adaptable and future-proof — meeting Fortiva's requirements for both precision and operational reliability.
Smart zone lighting for an ice rink with TritonMAX
Smart zone lighting for an ice rink with TritonMAX
In collaboration with Granitor, we delivered a sophisticated lighting solution for an ice rink in Trollhättan. The requirements were multiple: training lighting over the ice controlled by several sensors covering the entire surface, emergency lighting over the ice, separate control of the spectator walkways around the rink grouped by side, and surge protection.
The Solution Six lines of MAX-series linear luminaires were interconnected via a B2L mesh network and divided into two lighting zones over the ice. Sensor modules were mounted on the cables above the ice and in three groupings outside it. The motion control is intelligent: movement in the walkways activates only the grouped luminaires, while movement on the ice immediately brings the entire hall to 100% — approximately 700 lux with a uniformity of ~0.70. Energy reduction is 60% compared to the previous lighting system.
TritonMAX emergency luminaires switch automatically to emergency mode during power failures. XP10 surge protection on each line safeguards the system against grid instabilities and power spikes.
The Result
- 700 lux over the ice with excellent uniformity
- Intelligent zone control — the right light in the right place
- Built-in emergency lighting without additional fixtures
- Surge protection on every line
- Energy-efficient, adaptable and future-proof
