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The benefits professional horticultural LED lighting
Better energy efficiency for reduced consumption
LED lighting is renowned for its energy efficiency . Compared to traditional light sources, LED lamps convert a greater proportion of electrical energy into usable light for plants . This efficiency allows for a significant reduction in energy consumption , thus contributing to lower operating costs and a reduced carbon footprint.
Longer lifespan for long-term savings
LEDs have a significantly longer lifespan than conventional lamps . The increased reliability of LEDs reduces the frequent replacement costs associated with other lighting technologies, thus offering a worthwhile long-term investment for farmers.
Criteria to take into account when choosing professional horticultural LED lighting
Some criteria are more important than others ; we can mainly discuss the quality of the light spectrum , intensity , efficiency , and energy consumption . However, an important element is to consider the lighting equipment within the context of the overall management system. Adding LED lighting or modifying an existing installation is not simply a matter of replacing or adding an extra component. It's crucial to consider that the entire greenhouse or grow room environment will be altered. Temperature management, nutrient supply, CO2 levels, and other factors will need to be adjusted to optimize the system as a whole.
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HOW TO EFFECTIVELY USE PROFESSIONAL HORTICULTURAL LED LIGHTING IN A GREENHOUSE OR GROWING ROOM
One of the advantages of LED lighting is the ability to vary the light intensity and to switch the lamps on and off without needing any warm-up or cool-down time . This means it's possible to simulate sunrises and sunsets, vary the lighting throughout the day according to the amount of sunlight received by the plants, and therefore also optimize the energy consumption of the systems.
The ability to control the lighting further amplifies the reduction in energy consumption already achieved by using LEDs rather than fluorescent tubes or HPS lamps.
The different growth phases of plants and the corresponding lighting requirements
Plant needs vary from one species to another . Each requires a personalized light supply, at the right dose, wavelength, location, and time. It is through a complex combination of wavelengths that the lighting effect will be optimal for root development, growth, flowering, and ultimately, the quality of the harvest.
The effects will be specific depending on the color and wavelengths.
Thus, blue allows the activation of cryptochromes (involved in photomorphogenesis) and phototropins (involved in the direction of plant development). Red notably activates phytochromes, which control many aspects of plant development. As for infrared, it triggers or delays flowering and causes the plant to elongate. To these wavelengths, VGD adds others, complementary and which ensure the good health of the plant and, for some, the induction of stress resulting from the production of molecules of interest.
Best practices for installing and arranging LED lamps
Our industrial and physiological lighting consultants are always ready to listen to your projects . The lighting design office then develops energy simulations to find the LED spectrum(s) best suited to your horticultural production. The lighting distribution is also studied to facilitate installation, taking into account existing structures where possible. We strive for optimal uniformity based on available heights and your crop's specific needs. If necessary, we manufacture custom lamps and lighting systems to best adapt to the environmental constraints of your plant cultivation.
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The best models of professional horticultural LED lighting on the market
Today, it is difficult to find happiness in the ocean of technical and financial proposals on the market. To avoid making a mistake, it is advisable to contact suppliers directly in order to discuss your project in order to have a proposal that suits you and your project. In the horticultural LED lighting section, we go into detail about the elements to look at.
Replacement of HPS and fluorescent horticultural lamps with LED lighting
LED technology is an alternative to HPS (High Pressure Sodium) lamps, the current leader in greenhouse horticultural lighting, and fluorescent lamps, the current leader in shelf-based grow room lighting. A quality LED lamp offers a lifespan 4 to 10 times longer than competing solutions , meaning 40,000 to 100,000 additional hours, depending on its operating environment. LED horticultural lighting also consumes 2 to 6 times less energy than traditional lighting . While the initial financial investment for an LED system is higher, it proves to be more cost-effective and economical in the long run.
Vegetal Grow Development's professional LED horticultural lighting incorporates Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology , allowing it to adapt its intensity in real time. This function applies to various wavelengths, depending on the plant type and its growth stage. It's worth noting that 85% of an LED system is converted into photosynthetic light . This light emits a sufficiently low temperature to optimize climate regulation within the growing environment.
VGD is committed to sustainable development, which is why our professional horticultural LED bulbs, lamps and lighting are designed to be recycled when they can no longer be used.
Recommendations based on user feedback and expert testing
The company has been supporting lighting projects for several years using its solutions. From the project on paper to its deployment, the teams study and propose solutions adapted to each project on a case-by-case basis because no project is similar. During a project study, a lighting audit can be carried out in order to optimize or modify existing installations.
The precision of VGD's advice stems from years of experience in the field of horticultural LED lighting for professionals . The company's products and solutions have evolved based on user feedback. Developments have also been carried out in partnership and co-development primarily with institutional and seed companies.
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Professional horticultural LED lighting represents a revolutionary change in modern agriculture. By combining energy efficiency, precise control of the light spectrum and sustainability, this technology offers significant benefits for producers, seed companies, researchers and others by improving productivity while minimizing environmental impact. With continued innovations in this area, the future of horticultural lighting looks bright, paving the way for more sustainable and efficient agriculture.
Sébastien Deprade
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The power of a horticultural LED lamp depends on the stage of development of your crop as well as the species to which it belongs and its natural development environment. The best thing to do is to get closer to the supplier in order to target the need for your culture.
The power of a horticultural LED lamp depends on the stage of development of your crop as well as the species to which it belongs and its natural development environment. The best thing to do is to get closer to the supplier in order to target the need for your culture.
The power of a horticultural LED lamp depends on the stage of development of your crop as well as the species to which it belongs and its natural development environment. The best thing to do is to get closer to the supplier in order to target the need for your culture.
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