Background

At 11 Ocean Parkway in New York, the property faced lighting inefficiencies that resulted in unnecessary energy usage and operational challenges. Spaces were often left lit even when unoccupied, and the lack of smart dimming limited the ability to adjust lighting levels to suit different times of day. The client sought a solution to address these concerns while improving user convenience.

Objectives

• Implement smart dimming to adjust lighting levels and reduce energy costs. 

• Introduce occupancy and vacancy sensing to automate lighting control. 

• Provide easy access to manual controls for occupants when required. 

Challenges

The existing lighting system was outdated and inefficient, lacked smart controls, leading to high energy consumption. Managing lighting across different rooms required frequent manual intervention. Integrating smart controls without disrupting the property’s daily operations posed an additional challenge.

Solution 

• Radiar AF10: 2 Channel AC Powered 0-10V Fixture Controller  
  Provided smooth dimming control across key rooms, enabling lighting adjustments to match usage patterns and times of day. 

• Radiar AR10: 2 Channel AC Powered 0-10V Room Controller  
  Delivered centralized control for lighting in larger spaces, making it easier to manage intensity levels efficiently. 

• Omni TED: Trailing Edge Dimmer 
  Integrated for trailing edge dimming, ensuring seamless dimming transitions while improving energy efficiency. 

• Cyrus AP: PIR Motion & Light Sensor for automation 
  Enabled occupancy and vacancy sensing, automating the lighting in frequently used spaces. Lights turned on when occupants entered and turned off when spaces were vacant, reducing unnecessary energy usage. 

• PSC-DM-WS-400-BLE-WS: 4-Button AC Switches 
  Installed for easy manual override, allowing occupants to control lighting settings for specific needs.

• EDRPB: Battery-free wireless switches 
  Transformed traditional switches into smart ones, offering additional flexibility to manage lighting without rewiring.  

Result  

The upgraded system delivered a noticeable improvement in lighting efficiency at 11 Ocean Parkway. Smart dimming and occupancy sensing significantly reduced energy waste, while manual controls gave users the flexibility to adjust lighting when required. The solution not only optimized energy usage but also simplified lighting management for the property staff, meeting all client requirements effectively. 

About Lumos Controls

Lumos Controls, a smart controls solution powered by WiSilica’s IoT platform – ARIXA, is headquartered in California, USA. At the forefront of intelligent lighting controls for smart enterprises, Lumos Controls integrates advanced lighting control devices, an intuitive mobile app, and a report and analytics suite. With a mission to unlock the extraordinary potential of light, Lumos Controls provides lighting controls a life of its own and beyond.