Induction Lighting Systems Saves Big Money

By now we all know that Eco-Friendly, Energy Savings and Sustainability are all contemporary verbiage used to excite and bring you into the commercialization of Saving Dollars. With Earth Day coming up this April 22nd, we thought it would be an appropriate time to let you know about induction lighting systems as another way you can conserve energy and save significant additional money off energy bills, because we do care.

Technically speaking, an induction lighting system is viable and significantly more eco-friendly lighting solution that uses innovative technology in a system composed of three different components that work together to combine the principles of induction and gas discharge to deliver over 100,000 hours of white light. This system is historic, conceived by Tesla and now available for cost savings, yet, contemporary and innovational with today’s technology. According to Dave Miller, patent holder, “Induction lighting is based on technology that is fundamentally different from conventional gas sources or incandescent lamps. Instead of electrodes used in gas discharge lamps or the glowing filament of incandescent, light generation is by means of induction- the transmission of energy by way of a magnetic field – combined with a gas discharge.”

Not only that, an induction lighting systems also offer the following energy saving and maintenance benefits:

• There are no filaments or electrodes as in conventional lamps that are exposed to the effects of heat, vibration malfunction, or high electrical potential, and as a result are subject to deterioration of performance and finally to failure.


• Because the induced magnetic field can easily pass through the glass wall of the lamp bulb, no throughput wires are needed as in incandescent or discharge lamps, where the glass/metal junction is another vulnerable failure ar


• The high frequency power supply to the primary coil at 2.65 MHz – well outside normal broadcast and communication radio bands – ensures highly efficient energy transmission between the induction coil and the gas and metal vapor filling of the lamp bulb. Radiated energy levels close to an induction lighting system are no higher than from a distant radio transmitter while the UV radiated power is no more than that of a standard fluorescent lamp of the same power.

By the by, the economical benefits are significant: ADG also just completed a study that found for a big box store’s domestic chain, over a 12-year period we would create a savings opportunity of approximately $300,000,000 and 815,300 KW saved per year per big box, for 407,650,000 kWh throughout its locations in the U.S. The ROI (your Return on Investment) is increased when considering the savings in maintenance costs. The additional savings average’s increase will vary up to 11%. Eco-Friendly Bulb change out will occur at an average of 100,000 hours vs. the typical10,000 hour average to those ugly compact fluorescent. Also, every watt reduced in your lighting system results in a one-third watt reduction in your A/C load, while A/C is running.

Trying an induction lighting system is just one of many to help celebrate Earth Day this year. ADG urges you to think about your environmental impact this April 22nd, even if it’s a simple an act as turning off the light when you’re not in the room.


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First Conejo Valley MS Walk Snapshots

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Team ADG

Showing supprot for MS

Carrie and Gerald before the walk

During Registration

Walkers enjoy refreshing trough the sprinklers during record high temperatures

Walking along Westlake Bulevard

Even the smallest of walkers show their support

From Sienna to Los Angeles

From the rooftops of Siena, you can gaze upon the Mediterranean, much like Southern California’s close proximity to the beach, making Southern California the perfect climate and location to emulate the inspiring buildings of Siena.

When Gerald was a young architect, backpacking through Europe he found inspiration in the architecture of Siena, which he has translated to the work he does today.

The railings and ironworks of Siena are hand-forged, making each detail slightly imperfect and very unique, a concept that Gerald routinely uses in his fences, railings and other iron details.

As you gaze upon the piazzas and churches of Siena, geometric shapes and patterns emerge, which Gerald has translated into geometrically shaped lighting, like that used in a recent estate project mentioned in last week's Blog.

Inspired by the similarities between Siena and Southern California, Gerald has made a perfect mesh of imperfect iron details and lighting elements to translate a Mediterranean aesthetic to American soil.

When is an imperfect fit Perfect?

We are posting these photos and notes with a special thanks to the Client who understood that imperfection was perfection and that rails and iron in an estate like this would not be perfectly plum and that the lights may be slightly out of skew while other light and decorative iron elements are crisp and concise. This is an Estate that all should take notice of and applaud the architectural team ~ home owners and inspirational individuals, Thank you for letting Architectural Detail Group’s made to order division and http://www.adgironworks.com/ participate.

Private Residence Shady Canyon Architect: Forrest Studios, Bob White Interior Designer D. Kruse Contractor: Pacific Design Estates Project time: Lighting 1 year planning and fabrication Iron - fast tracked 3 months Concept to Completion Hot forged Wrought Iron custom designs and finishing made to feel like a 500 year old Italianate estate; Lighting was an eclectic mix of new and old. Home was just completed after 3 year of construction and planning.

What to do When Planning: Inside Tricks of the Design Process:

Planning is everything, whether you are doing a major renovation or just switching some pieces in a room. If you’ve ever done any construction, you know what a headache it can be to coordinate all the pieces and people of the design puzzle. But by following our advice, you can watch as the pieces easily all into place.Buy decorative lighting and other fixed pieces that will require specialized installation at the beginning of the project. This way, if the vendor has a backlog on time or product, your project won’t be delayed. It is much better to have the pieces waiting for installation than to have the installers waiting for the pieces because they won’t wait. You’ll have to call back the electrician/plumber or whoever, creating a hassle that you could have avoided had your fixed items been waiting.Good luck with your new design and let us know how we can help your project to go smoothly.
GO-FORMS project schedule.pdf (55.45 kb)

Buying Ideas, Not Items

Recently, I had the opportunity to speak with Gail Claridge, of Gail Claridge Designs in Westlake Village, CA. As one of the first women to get a contractor’s license, Gail has been helping people improve their homes for most of her adult life. Talking to Gail made me realize how important it is to seize opportunities as they arise, whether it’s making a smooth business deal or setting off an antique to its best advantage.Gail is nothing if not practical when she gives advice about adding antiques to your home décor. She is quick to point out that if an item will clash, you shouldn't buy it. Here are some of her other gems of wisdom:
When you begin collecting antiques, ask questions. The dealer will be able to tell you the history of item. Then all you have to do is take it home and spruce it up.
If the item will clash with your existing décor, don’t buy it. A good piece can stand on it’s own.
To make a special piece more prominent, use three-layers of lighting to make it stand out: ceiling spots, chandelier and a lamp.
When working directly with vendors and craftsmen, like ADG, make sure:

• How long they’ve been in business and do they have a good track record?
• Do they stand behind their product?
• Will they give you things on approval so that you can try them out?
• Service is everything; work with person, not a company.

Ever entrepreneurial, Gail went on to tell me about her upcoming design center, which will be the only one between Los Angeles and San Francisco, located in Westlake Village. After getting tired of renting storage space for her backlog, she bought a warehouse and decided to sell pieces from there at a discount. She asked other designers to join her and they also sell their backlog at discounted prices. Now, she is planning to create a design center so that designers can share books and supplies and samples in one convenient location.Gail finished our talk by saying that no matter how old you are, when it comes to hiring designers you are, “ buying ideas, not items and you always have that.”

What Does Green Lighting Really Mean?

In our first newsletter of the year, we extolled the virtues of green lighting. But you probably still have questions about the different kinds of sustainable bulb options that are available. Whether you want to replace bulbs in existing light fixtures, chandeliers, sconces or lanterns or start over with ADG’s decorative lighting fixtures the choice is yours as how to begin.
Among the best quick green energy investments a consumer can make is the replacement of traditional light bulbs with an energy efficient bulb. But preferably not Compact Florescent Lights (CFLs). These curly-cue shaped light bulbs give off the same amount of light as a traditional light bulb, and expend dramatically less energy, so replacing old light bulbs with new CFLs can save you money on your electric bill but are filled with toxic chemicals, still produce waste that should be carted off as electronic waste and not in your regular trash bin.
So what should we all do to help spare the environment some of the burden of power production? We have solutions that will last 50,000 to 100,000 hours as compared to CFL that go about 11,000 hours. These bulbs are 5 times that of CFL and 20 to 50 times life of regular incandescent. They also produce little heat, are easy to screw into existing fixtures and look relatively similar to a regular old Edison light bulb and Tesla would be proud. LED light bulbs, (Light Emitting Diodes) are another light source that pulls significantly less power, and produces brightness. LED bulbs about 10 times more energy efficient than CFLS, but they are quite a bit more expensive to purchase upfront. And deferred maintenance and your energy bill will prove that replacing incandescent with LED will brighten your home and save you money. Even the White House Christmas tree now uses LED technology.
A couple other techniques for greening your lighting include the use of Solar lights for outdoor areas, or if you are doing a remodel you may consider including features such as solar power, sky lights or strategically placed windows which can offer enough light during the day can give you a 0-wat lighting scheme on sunny days. ADG can help you make the decision of what kind of green lighting options will work best for your space. Contact us today for a consultation.
Click here LED Presentation compressed.pps (1.30 mb) to see the many ways a traditional fixture should be using LED or energy efficient bulbs. Some of these projects have been designed from the initial inception of sustainable solutions and others are on their way to being replaced

US Department of energy on LED lamping click here


Technical Aspects of how LED works by the State of NY. click here


Green Insurance since you are replacing your home with Green energy alternatives and on the track to low carbon footprint and just being conscientious about the environment.