Saturday, May 24, 2008

Industrial Light Fixtures

Energy Efficient Indoor & Outdoor Industrial Lighting Fixtures Will Save You Money.
Industrial lighting must be able to accommodate a wide variety of needs ranging from commercial warehouse lighting, car lot lighting to area lighting for detailed tasks. Industrial lighting must also light warehouse areas that are light contrasting such as those with and without day lighting. Industrial lighting does have a significant impact on employee safety and productivity, because an inadequately lit area can create eye fatigue and lower morale.

If you have employees assembling printed circuit boards for example, need adequate overhead and task lighting that does not create glare. Warehouse areas require high intensity lights placed on poles or hung from the ceiling as opposed to workstations which may require simple overhead fluorescent lighting. There are different industrial lighting lamps and fixtures depending on the height of the facility.

Save Time with Commercial & Industrial Light Fixtures.
In the industrial workplace, there are many commercial lighting needs. Industrial lighting is not just for factory or warehouse floors. Industrial buildings are also composed of hallways, aisles, offices and computer rooms which may be enormous in size. Large scale industrial lighting is available for each of these areas and also for emergency exit and outdoor wall pack lighting. When you shop for industrial lighting, you will find numerous lighting choices including standard and pulse start halides, energy efficient fluorescent, and lighting which preserve natural colors in the environment while making it more desirable for employees.

It is important to buy high quality lighting. Cheap commercial or industrial pole lights will degrade quickly over time, putting out less and less lumens. Because the degradation occurs over time and the bulbs or lamps keep working, you may not even realize the industrial lighting is not working at maximum efficiency. The best industrial lighting will maintain their close to maximum lumens for the life of the lamps. Therefore, a regular lamp change program should be implemented around average lamp life of the fixture you select. HID lamps and fluorescent lamps offer the most cost effective solutions for commercial industrial lighting applications.

With a better understanding of how industrial lighting impacts productivity, it is easy to improve your lighting standards. Industrial lighting and fixtures from Easy Rack are now designed to save you money while improving the ability of your employees to get the job done right the first time. From that standpoint, industrial lighting contributes to quality control as much as it conserves energy.

What areas of the country does Easy Rack service?
Our world headquarters is located on the "Texas Gulf Coast" with distribution facilities located throughout the United States that enable us to service all 50 states including New Orleans, La., Cleveland, Ohio, Kansas City, Mo., Mesa, Arizona, Virginia Beach, Va., Omaha, Nebraska, Oakland, California, Miami, Florida, Tulsa, Oklahoma, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Colorado Springs, Colorado, Arlington, Texas.

Having trouble locating the items you are looking for?
Contact us toll free at 1-888-776-3720 and we will find it for you. Click here to read customer reviews of our service and products in our testimonials section, or visit our material handling blog for more lighting information. Easy Rack provides, drop ships, installs, and configures commercial shelving, material-handling equipment, commercial sports lighting, used pallet racks, outdoor parking lot lighting and modular prefab buildings installed nationwide.

We look forward to serving you!

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Friday, April 18, 2008

Wallpack Flood Lights

Easy Rack security lights are designed to produce an even distribution of foot-candles around the perimeter of your building and throughout your property. Easy Rack’s ever expanding inventory of security lights currently includes two major categories of fixtures: flood lights and wallpacks. We carry a number of models in each category, and we have lamping options that include fluorescent, mercury vapor, and metal halide. Wattages range from 50W all the way up to 400W.

Easy Rack security lights are engineered to withstand inclement weather in all US geographic regions and are ideal for cold and rainy climates. All luminaires feature high temperature silicone gasket seals that will keep moisture outside of the lenses and away from electrical components. Easy Rack security lights can be mounted on a wide range of poles and mounting arms, also available through our online inventory.

A brief description of some of our floodlights follows. Ask an Easy Rack specialist for more details, and for advice on which mounts will work best with your facility.

Easy Rack Flood Lights

Square Flood Light
This compact, decorative unit in bronze powder coat finish; the square flood security light can be fitted with either a metal halide or a mercury vapor lamp. Wattage options range from 50-175W. Custom colors can also be ordered for car dealerships, corporate offices, filling stations, and strip centers.

Rectangular Flood Light (small)
You can order these security lights with fluorescent, mercury vapor, or metal halide lamps. They are easy to mount and are made from die cast aluminum with O.D. Green, Bronze, or Natural brass powder coat finish. Custom colors are also available for car dealerships, corporate offices, filling stations, and strip centers.

Rectangular Flood (large)
These security lights feature Trunion arms that allow them to mount to almost any mounting bracket. They are great for lighting corners of the property or for providing additional security light near parking areas and garages. Rectangular floods are the most powerful security lights we carry, ranging up to 400W in intensity in Metal Halide and 250W in more aesthetic, mogul clear Mercury Vapor. Custom colors are also available for car dealerships, corporate offices, filling stations, and strip centers.

Round Back Floods
These security lights serve very well for lighting areas of your landscape near trees, signs, driveway entrances, and portable buildings on your property. All round back floods come with specified lamps that range from 50w-175w metal halide and 100x and 175w Mercury Vapor options. You can order the unit with either a standard ½” knuckle or 2AF adjustable knuckle. Standard finish is bronze powder coat. Custom colors are also available for car dealerships, corporate offices, filling stations, and strip centers.

Easy Rack Wallpacks for Security Lighting

Wallpacks

Wall packs can be used in conjunction with canopy lights to create a strong, radiant light around the entire perimeter of your building. All luminares feature clear, tempered glass refractors and high temperature silicone gaskets. We currently have six models to choose from.
Mini wallpack
Easy Rack’s Mini Wall Packs combine aesthetic lighting and security in a compact energy efficient fixture. This unit features a die cast back plate, polycarbonate housing and lens assembly. It is ideal for distributing uniform illumination from mounting heights of 6 to 12ft and is a good choice for California companies who need to retrofit incandescent luminares.

Cutoff wallpack
This security light has a clear, tempered glass lens that has an aluminum reflector for light distribution. This wall pack features a ½” and ¾” threaded NPT with porcelain mogul socket and bracket for easy mounting. A variety of custom colors is also available for car lots and corporate buildings, along with the standard textured bronze finish.

Small wallpack
These security lights are great for small offices, portable buildings, and adjunct lighting. Each unit comes in High Pressure Sodium 35W-100W, or Metal Halide 50w lamping options. MH lamps are controlled with medium multi-tap ballast.

Medium wallpack
These security lights range up to 150w in HPS lamps and 1750W in Metal Halide lamps and are available in a wide variety of colors.

Large wallpack
All large wallpacks come complete with specified lamps that can either High Pressure Sodium or Metal Halide. Wattage's range between 250w-400w. They are ideal for the sides of large factory buildings, warehouses, and lighting around loading docks.

Round wallpack
Just as powerful as the large wallpack, this security lighting luminaire looks a bit more decorative and offers you the same specified lamping options from 250w-400w.

No matter how big or small your office building, warehouse, factory, or portable buildings are, we can supply you with security lighting lamps, fixtures, glare shields, and all necessary poles and mounting accessories necessary to create optimal foot candle levels for showcasing your vehicles and providing your clients a safe, comfortable place to shop at night.

Easy Rack Has Everything You Need!

Easy Rack carries a wide variety of car dealership lighting packages, commercial shelving, material handling equipment, commercial lighting, used pallet racks, commercial Christmas lighting and modular prefab buildings installed nationwide. If you can not find what you are looking for call us toll free at 1-888-776-3720 and we will find it for you.

Our corporate office is situated on the "Texas Gulf Coast" in Houston with regional warehouses located throughout the United States that enable us to service all 50 states including Montgomery, AL, Juneau, AK, Phoenix, AZ, Little Rock, AR, Sacramento, CA, Denver, CO, Hartford, CT, Dover, DE, Tallahassee, FL, Atlanta, GA, Honolulu, HI, Boise, ID, Springfield, IL, Indianapolis, IN, Des Moines, IA, Topeka, KS, Frankfort, KY, Baton Rouge, LA, Augusta, ME, Annapolis, MD, Boston, MA, Lansing, MI, St. Paul, MN, Jackson, MS, Jefferson City, MO, Helena, MT, Lincoln, NE, Carson City, NV, Concord, NH, Trenton, NJ, Santa Fe, NM, Albany, NY, Raleigh, NC, Bismarck, ND, Columbus, OH, Oklahoma City, OK, Salem, OR, Harrisburg, PA, Providence, RI, Columbia, SC, Pierre, SD, Nashville, TN, Austin, TX, Salt Lake City, UT, Montpelier, VT, Richmond, VA, Olympia, WA, Charleston, WV, Madison, WI, and Cheyenne, WY just to name a few.

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Wednesday, January 16, 2008

Dark Sky Regulations Limit the Use of Outdoor Wall Packs & Some Commercial Flood Light Fixtures.

When you want a reliable security light, consider using a commercial wall pack form Easy Rack. These high intensity discharge outdoor security lighting fixtures should be mounted high up on an external wall in a position where it can be best able to supply light over as wide an area as possible. These industrial flood lights provide one of the most cost effective options available for illuminating the perimeter of buildings or warehouses.

You mostly see wall packs on commercial buildings where high levels of security lighting is needed, They are mounted around 12 to 18 feet above the ground and roughly the same spacing for uniform illumination. The wall lights create a large area of light using a choice of different light bulbs including metal halide bulbs, high pressure sodium lamps, and mercury vapor lamps.

Dark sky regulations are designed and in effect in some states to limit the use of outdoor lighting fixtures that create up light or unsightly glare. Cut-off wall packs from Easy Rack are the best way of avoiding this problem and fulfilling your legal requirements. Our HID wall packs incorporate forward throw optics to ensure that the majority of the beam is directed into a single area. HID Ballasts are designed for both residential and commercial service with multiple voltages such as 120V for residential and 240V, 277V and 480V for large commercial lighting systems. Wall packs are a perfect compliment to parking lot pole lighting fixtures. These flood lights can fill in areas that may be outside of the pole lighting area.

Wall pack lights can be used for many different lighting purposes including security lights, commercial warehouse lighting, workshop lights, service area lighting and as loading dock lights.

Easy Rack has been selling commercial lighting such as decorative outdoor lighting, wall pack security lights, acrylic high bay warehouse lighting, metal high bay fixtures, parking lot lighting kits, loading dock lights and commercial flood lights on the Internet for years.

Whether you operate a business in Atlanta Georgia, Las Vegas Nevada, West Palm Beach Florida, San Bernardino California or even Jacksonville Florida Easy Rack will work hard to earn your lighting business and deliver the right light.

Check out some of the product reviews from our satisfied customers. Contact us toll free at 888-776-3720 or visit our informative material handling blog and let us know how can we earn your commercial wall pack lighting business today?

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Sunday, January 6, 2008

Looking for Commercial Warehouse Lights, Wall Packs, High Bay Lighting or Parking Lot Light Fixtures?

Easy Rack is a major supplier of all types of commercial and industrial lighting fixtures such as wall pack security lighting, industrial high bay fixtures, commercial low bay fixtures, high performance parking lot lighting kits and attractive decorative pole lighting packages.

Wall pack lighting fixtures are designed for security lighting around the perimeter of the buildings, lighting loading docks, storage areas or above entrance doors. Wall pack lights are very efficient lighting sources as most are considered HID or high intensity discharge. This means they use a magnetic or electronic ballast and gas filled light bulb as opposed to a standard incandescent filament style light bulb. The result is considerable more lumen output and lamp life of up to 20,000 hours for some types. High pressure sodium wall packs are the most efficient light source but, produces a orange/white color which is not always aesthetically pleasing. Metal halide wall packs, on the other hand, produce a white light which may be more attractive and appropriate for your security lighting needs.

Easy Rack offers low bay and high bay commercial lighting fixtures, which are intended to provide higher light levels in large warehouses or other commercial buildings. The main difference between low bay and high bay lighting, other than the mounting height, is the light distribution pattern or photometric performance. If you have questions, an Easy Rack consultant can assist you.

We carry both acyclic high bay fixtures and metal high bay fixtures. Acrylic style high bay lights are more decorative in design and provide both up and down lighting when used in relatively dust free buildings. These lights work well in retail establishments or showrooms with a light colored ceiling. Metal high bays are more commercial in design and force all the light in a downward pattern. Since illuminating the ceiling is not desired in most commercial warehouses lighting applications, the metal shroud prevents dust, dirt and oil residue from effecting the fixture performance.

When it comes to parking lot lighting, the commercial lighting designers can assist with all your needs. Easy Rack has taken the mystery out of parking lot lighting for the end user by creating high performance lighting packages that include all the key components. These parking lot commercial lighting solutions include some of the most common pole configurations with one, two, three and four light fixtures per standard. Each unique site lighting package is engineered using common parking lot lighting pole heights such as 15', 20', 25', 30' and 35' poles. And finally, with distribution patterns like Type I, Type II, Type III, Type IV, and Type V, Easy Rack can fine tune your lighting design to perfection. All we need to get started is you to send a drawing of your parking lot to sales@easyrack.org and a consultant will design a solution!

Easy Rack has been selling industrial light fixtures, commercial lighting fixtures, parking lot lighting kits and providing all types of material handling supplies and equipment for years. Easy Rack ships nationwide to any major city to our clients. Whether you live in New York City, San Francisco California, Chicago Illinois, Dallas Texas, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, or even Tucson Arizona, Easy Rack can ship your lighting fixture package straight to the job.

Looking for more lighting information online, try visiting our material handling blog or contact us at 888-776-3720 and let us assist you today!

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Friday, August 31, 2007

Commercial fluorescent lighting fixtures offer warehouses considerable advantage over incandescent lighting fixtures.

What is the main advantage of commercial fluorescent lighting fixtures?
Fluorescent lights last longer and save commercial facilities a great deal of money on replacement costs. Average lamp life and lumens output per watt a highly efficient source of illumination in any fluorescent fixture. Fluorescent lamps generate minimal heat and maintain cooler temperatures in workshops and warehouses where workers cannot safely afford to work in an overheated environment. Reduced energy consumption also adds up over time to savings that exceed the cost of initial purchase.

Do you know how a fluorescent lamp works anyway?
A fluorescent light creates passes an electric arc between tungsten cathodes in a tube filled with a low-pressure mix of mercury vapor and other luminous gases. The arc excites the mercury vapor, which in turn generates radiant energy- primarily in the ultraviolet range. This energy causes the phosphor coating on the inside of the tube to “fluoresce,” converting the ultraviolet into visible light.

What are the electrical requirements for fluorescent lamps?
A high voltage surge must establish an arc in the mercury vapor. Once the arc hits, the gas offers a decreasing amount of resistance. This causes the regulated current to match this drop and increase in intensity. To keep the current under control, and to prevent the lamp from burning out as a result, magnetic or electronic ballasts that provide the required starting voltage and control the subsequent flow of current to the lamp must operate fluorescent lights.

Which is better: magnetic or electronic ballast?
An electronic ballast provides superior current flow regulation. They are more costly, but eliminate flicker for areas that require a slightly higher grade of internal light. Consider investing in electronic ballasts for lights inside executive or manager offices adjacent to the warehouse floor.

Easy Rack carries many varieties of fluorescent Wall Pack Lights and fluorescent Outdoor Floodlights. Read here about specific benefits these commercial outdoor lights provide for safe transit between buildings and enhanced facilities security.

Loading Dock Lights
Commercial fluorescent lights help loading docks maintain clear visibility for 18-wheelers and delivery trucks. Mounted on telescoping or swing arms, fluorescent dock lights are very durable, start instantaneously, and do not require a start up period. They prove their usefulness every time the power is accidentally unplugged or when the electricity goes off momentarily.

Vandal proof Canopy Lights
Fluorescent vandal proof lights commercial fluorescent lights keep parking garages, car washes, storage facilities, warehouses with low ceilings, and other properties clearly visible with a dependable commercial lighting source. They are an excellent and highly cost effective tool for protecting any commercial property and equipment. Their rock solid, vandal proof lenses are difficult for intruders, customers, or employees to disable. Easy Rack provides models in both square and rectangular formats.

Read more here about specific models of commercial fluorescent lighting available through Easy Rack here, and see all we have to offer by contacting us. We are here to help!

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Thursday, July 26, 2007

Have you ever pulled into a parking lot, stopped, and drove off because it was dark and just didn't look safe?

Have you ever pulled into a poorly lighted parking lot, stopped, and drove off because it was dark and just didn't look safe? A potential customer’s experience begins and ends in the parking lot. If the parking lot is not properly lighted and secure, especially at nighttime, customers will not stop, park or shop. That’s why most businesses that have nighttime hours make certain that nothing prevents possible shoppers from entering their stores. Parking lot lights solve this problem by bringing security and peace of mind through visibility. Quality commercial lighting products are an absolute necessity for illuminating sidewalks, parking lots, streets, parks and many other applications that could benefit from outdoor lighting and light poles.

Our UL Approved Easy Rack series of commercial warehouse lights are constructed of formed aluminum that brings a contemporary look and feel to your business or commercial warehouse. All lighting fixture seams are welded and silicone sealed for a weather tight seal allowing these outdoor light fixtures to stand up to the worst weather. Conveniently outfitted with a hinged door for easy access, these light fixtures for parking lots are flexible enough to be mounted on walls as well as parking lot poles. Add this to the variety of optics and accessories available and the Easy Rack series of exterior lights is the best place to start when looking for parking lot lighting and security light fixtures.
In addition to traditional parking lot lighting fixtures, exterior commercial wall pack lighting fixtures are a great solution for loading docks, customer pick up areas and outside trash area. These easy to install HID fixtures come in wattage's ranging from 35 high preassure sodium up to 400 metal halide watt models. Confused about which wattage or light source to pick? Don't sweat it! Easy Rack lighting specialists are ready to assist you with fixture selections and lighting layouts to maximize your investment. Whether you are looking for a warehouse High-Bay lighting fixture or a loading dock light, we are the guys to call!

Easy Rack supplies commercial and industrial companies of all sizes while keeping the end-user in mind as well. A great many of our equipment material handling products such as pallet jacks, industrial ladders, storage racks and shelving offer equal value both for the home and the office. Easy Rack keeps an open mind and willingness to participate in the world’s new global economy while making certain to equip domestic companies and individuals with the best tools available to maintain a strong position on the economic playing field. Our staff will devote its time and energy to helping purchasing managers make the most effective key purchases required to increase productivity, maintain a competitive edge, and ensure the smoothest and safest operation for their employees.

If we can help, just let us know. Operators are standing by at 713-553-1122 during normal business hours to assist you!

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Sunday, July 8, 2007

Wall Pack lighting fixtures provide excellent security lights.

Wall pack lighting fixtures are a very cost effective form of commercial security lighting. Whether you own a small office building, large warehouse or a massive industrial facility, wall pack lights provide safety and security for both employees and customers.

One of the most popular wall pack lights is the 400-watt metal halide fixture. This powerful metal halide light source provides excellent light levels and good color rendering. Generally, 400 watt wall packs are mounted 15-20 high and spaced roughly 20-25 feet apart for uniform coverage. Of course, these mounting heights vary depending on lighting requirements, fixture wattage and lamp type. Easy Rack has a full selection of fluorescent wall packs, high pressure sodium wall packs, metal halide wall pack lights as well as other commercial flood lighting, fixtures and high/low bay lighting.

If you are interested in improving the security lighting around your facility using wall pack lights give the professionals at easyrack.org a call. Trained lighting specialists are on staff to provide you lighting design assistance as well as to help you select just the right product. We can help you calculate energy consumption, reduce energy costs and improve maintenance costs substantially.

So if you are looking to add pallet racks, gantry or jib cranes, dock levelers or any industrial shelving, chances are Easy Rack has just what you are looking for. See today for yourself what others are saying about Easy Rack! We stack up with the big boys!

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