The Australian Standard AS/NZS 1158.3.1:2020 provides guidelines for road lighting and sets out recommended illuminance levels for different road types. The following are some general guidelines for street lighting lux levels in Australia: Residential Streets Recommended lux level typically ranges from 10 to 20 lux. Main Roads and Highways Recommended lux level is generally higher,Read more
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Zero noise Zero carbon emissions Independent from the grid No refuelling requirements Very reliable Easy to relocate Cost-efficient Solar lighting towers offer numerous benefits for civil works and construction projects. They operate silently, produce no carbon emissions, and are independent of the power grid. With no refuelling needed and high reliability, they provide a cost-efficientRead more
The number of disabled bays that need to be allocated in a public parking area in Australia depends on the size of the car park and the number of parking spaces provided. According to the Australian Standard AS 2890.6-2009 Parking facilities Part 6: Off-street parking for people with disabilities, the minimum number of designated accessibleRead more
Getting a lighting design produced for a football oval lighting has several advantages, including maximising efficiencies in terms of the following details: Pole positions – erecting the poles in the best locations. Pole heights – getting the lamp mounting at the optimum elevation. Correct lamp wattage – getting the right power level for each lampRead more
When choosing the right light pole, there are several important factors to consider. Here are some of the most important ones: Height The height of the light pole should be appropriate for the area it will be lighting. A taller pole will cast light over a wider area but may not be necessary for smallerRead more
IK10 is a rating system used to measure the impact resistance of electrical equipment, including outdoor lighting fixtures. The rating is based on the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standard 62262, which defines the level of protection provided by an enclosure against mechanical impacts. An IK10 rating means that the lighting fixture has been tested andRead more
Trailer mounted solar lighting towers are typically used for providing temporary lighting in outdoor areas where conventional electricity is not available or practical. Some common uses for these solar lighting towers include: Construction sites: Trailer mounted solar lighting towers are often used on construction sites where work may continue throughout the night or in areasRead more
LED lighting is widely considered to be the best type of illumination for tennis courts due to advancements that have been made with this technology in the last 10 years. LEDs provide bright and uniform lighting, which is essential for players to see the ball and judge its trajectory accurately. LED lighting is also theRead more
Hot dip galvanizing is a sacrificial coating that helps to prevent rusting of iron or steel. The zinc coating applied through the hot dip galvanizing process acts as a barrier between the metal and the surrounding environment, preventing the iron or steel from coming into contact with water and oxygen, which are the main factors that cause rusting.Read more
In the mining industry, industrial conveyor lighting is commonly used to improve visibility and safety in underground mines and other mining operations. Some specific uses of industrial conveyor lighting in the mining industry include: Illuminating conveyor belts Conveyor belts are used to transport ore and other materials from one location to another within the mine.Read more
Vizona provide unique urban lighting solutions built for Australian conditions. We have adapted our product range to use materials that are resilient, long-lasting and that have a minimal carbon footprint.