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Articles and guides on horticultural lighting technology.
1 February 2023
Lighting synergies: Newlite & Philips Horticulture
Lighting design is one of the decisive factors of any controlled environment agriculture (CEA) project. Newlite works to maximize the photosynthetic efficiency of its equipment, reduce growers' OPEX and contribute to several SDGs. In this context we announce the distribution of Philips Horticulture LED Solutions products and the joint development of CEA horticulture project designs.
20 December 2022
LED technology and light uniformity
LED technology leads industrial cultivation thanks to its photosynthetic efficacy (µmol/J) and to a price that shortens ROI. This article reviews dynamic light recipes for rooting, the role of red and far-red light and the trade-off between intensity and homogeneity when positioning luminaires.
30 September 2022
What is an indoor grow light?
A complete guide to the indoor grow light: why intensity, photoperiod and spectrum matter, how much PPFD each crop needs, how to distribute the equipment in the room and what sets HPS, MH and CMH technologies apart from high-efficacy LED solutions.
8 July 2022
What is a grow light reflector?
Without a well-designed reflector it is not possible to redirect towards the plants the light a lamp emits in all directions. We review how a reflector works, which types exist depending on installation height, why the purity of the aluminium determines light losses and how to choose the right design in each case.
24 April 2022
What is an electronic ballast?
HPS, MH and CMH HID lamps need a ballast to start up and stabilise. We explain the differences between magnetic and electronic ballasts, the working frequency, what to look at when choosing one (input voltage, power factor, output frequency and voltage) and how to install it correctly.