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Best Line Oil upgrades to LED lighting to better serve the community

June 29, 2016 chris

Best Line Oil Co. Inc., one of the largest lubricant distributors in central Florida, upgraded the warehouse lighting at its Tampa facility. The company partnered with Accurate Technologies, Inc. to equip the warehouse with Flextronics 4 Module LED fixtures, which increased light levels while simultaneously cutting down on the company’s energy bill.

Kirk Davis of Accurate Technologies states, “At the beginning of this project, I surveyed the warehouse and found that the lighting was well below standards and not all fixtures were working properly. Also, employees were complaining and errors pulling product happened more than normal. After surveying the warehouse I did a drawing of the existing lighting system and forwarded the information to our Fixture Agent and requested a photometric layout done using existing locations and also by adding a row of lights in the center. After review with the customer we decided on the Flextronics 4 Module LED fixture with over 24,000 lumens and 95% efficiency compared to the 2 lamp 8 Ft. Fluorescent fixture with just over 10,000 lumens and 60% efficiency. We did a one for one swap and increased the light levels significantly. The owner and employees are ecstatic. Since we put in LED product with dimming drivers and sensors on each fixture we now have the ability to dim the fixtures or turn them off when no one is in the area. The old lamps had an average life of 12,000 hours and now the new LED fixtures have a L70 rating projected at 200,000 hours.”

President of Best Line Oil, Al Garcia, III, immediately noticed the incredible difference in the warehouse stating, “There is an incredible difference from what we had here, you can’t believe how happy the guys working in my warehouse are now!” The lighting upgrade will also generate long-term energy reductions and maintenance cost savings in addition to the better light quality so that Best Line Oil can continue to deliver the quality of service to the community for which they have been known

ABOUT BEST LINE OIL
Best Line Oil Company, founded in 1941 is one of the largest lubricants distributors in central Florida. Founded on the principles of being a service and quality oriented company, Best Line Oil Company is proud to offer the quality brands of Shell, Total and Phillips 66. Located in the heart of Ybor City Tampa, Best Line Oil Company has a bulk tank farm with a capacity in excess of 180,000 gallons as well as a 20,000 square foot warehouse. Best Line Oil drivers have many years of experience in the lubricants business and the company’s fleet of trucks can handle all of its customer’s needs. Best Line Oil’s office staff and sales force have extensive experience in the lubricants industry and are capable of providing our customers with the proper lubricants for any application.

About Accurate Technologies, Inc.

Accurate Technologies is a full service supplier of LED lighting solutions. Clients include commercial contractors, electricians, building maintenance departments and property management firms. With the latest lighting technology platform Accurate Technologies can facilitate lighting packages for many settings including: medical, retail spaces, street lighting, parking garages, office buildings, resorts, and schools. ATI can also ease the process of installation by recommending qualified technicians through its service network.

Accurate Technologies focuses on highly efficient lighting technologies, but just as importantly, make sure that recommendations are visually appealing and effective for the end user. The company provides only high quality LED lighting products which have passed rigorous safety, performance and efficiency standards, and Accurate Technologies is committed to serving its clients with responsive, helpful service.

To Learn how your business can save money, contact us today. Click here or email us at info@accuratetechinc.com

Accurate Technologies at Lightfair 2016

May 2, 2016 chris

Accurate Technologies was at Lightfair April 25th-28th in San Diego, CA seeing the latest technologies and products in the LED industry. The conference brought together the innovators and brightest companies in the LED industry from around the world. Lightfair is the world’s largest annual architectural and commercial lighting trade show and conference. The conference featured categories such as controls, decorative, alternative energy, Internet of Things and other thousands of new products. In addition, at Lightfair 2016, there were over 500 exhibitors and over 200 hours of world-class accredited education. We were able to learn about upcoming trends, see the latest products, and train with the latest technology in the LED industry. This conference will help Accurate Technologies deliver the best LED solutions for our clients and better serve our community. If you would like a Free Energy Audit, or Photometric Layout to avoid code violations, contact us today. To find out what’s new in the industry and how it can help you save money, contact us today at 888-439-7656 or www.accuratetechinc.com

ABOUT US
Accurate Technologies is a team of professionals who deliver varied talents and experience to the LED market. Spearheaded by entrepreneurs with lifelong involvement in the lighting, wholesale distribution, electronic technology and construction fields, we understand our products as thoroughly as we understand our clients.

We’re prepared to engage your LED lighting needs at any point in the process. From building maintenance professionals who need to reduce the expenses of existing buildings to architects searching for a way to meet the strict efficiency standards of new projects, Accurate Technologies looks forward to providing the information you need to make an informed purchase.

While we attempt to make our website informative, there’s no substitute for a personal connection. Contact us today. We want to be more than your supply house- we want to be your solution in an ever more technologically complex industry.

15 Surprising Facts about LED Lighting Industry

December 2, 2015 chris

Here are some cool facts about LED lighting that might surprise you;

LED’s use at least 75% less energy than halogen bulbs
LED last 35-50 times longer than halogen and up to 10 times longer than CFL’s
LED’s are “instant-on” and require no warmup time
LED lights fitted with sensors can automatically know how much illumination is needed, and where it should be directed. The lights will adjust to a crowded party or to a dark parking garage.
Specific light recipes have been shown to speed patient-recovery times in hospitals. Meanwhile, new home medical devices are reaching the market in Europe that utilize intense blue LED lights to ease back pain.
WIFI connected “smart bulbs” can be operated from a smart phone
LED don’t give off heat like CFL’s which helps lower your A/C bill
Energy use in America is doubling every 20 years. LED’s can help reduce this number. Only about 10% of the energy used in a single lightbulb is used to create light, the rest is used to create heat. LED light bulbs, use about 80% less energy in total than standard bulbs
It is estimated that in 2014, the United States used approximately 412 billion kWh of electricity just for lighting
The United States uses approximately 23% of the world’s energy, yet it only holds about 5% of the world’s population
K-12 schools in the United States spend more than $6 billion on energy use, or more than they spend on textbooks and computers combined
Lighting costs make up approximately 20% of all of the electricity used in the United States today
LEDs contain no mercury and have a much smaller environmental impact than halogen or fluorescent bulbs
In 2012, about 49 million LEDs were installed in the U.S. — saving about $675 million in annual energy costs. Switching entirely to LED lights over the next two decades could save the U.S. $250 billion in energy costs, reduce electricity consumption for lighting by nearly 50 percent and avoid 1,800 million metric tons of carbon emissions
Switching to LEDs can reduce electrical and maintenance costs of a commercial building by up to 30%

http://www.fastcompany.com/3025604/philips-lighting-the-way

http://energy.gov/articles/top-8-things-you-didn-t-know-about-leds

https://www.electricchoice.com/blog/50-surprising-facts-on-energy-consumption/

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How Your Small Business can Save Money Today

November 9, 2015 chris

The bottom line is important to every business owner and each small business owner also understands the pressure of operating on a shoestring budget. Businesses hear the push to “Go Green” and say, “I have bigger concerns right now”. The initiative to “Go Green” helps the environment, but what does it do for my business, today? One change that can accomplish helping the environment, and also putting money back into your pocket is switching to LED lighting.

The high efficiency and directional nature of LEDs make them idea for commercial and industrial uses. With ROI averaging under two years, the new generation of low-energy lighting makes financial sense NOW. James Russell, technical development manager at the Energy Saving Trust, said: “If customers are prepared to pay the up-front higher cost they will quickly calculate that they will see a return on their investment within the first couple of years – and will go on making financial savings for many more years. Customers will also not have the hassle and expense of frequently replacing burnt-out halogen lamps.” ENERGY STAR qualified commercial LED lighting offers an unprecedented opportunity to save energy, maintenance and cooling costs and is a natural fit for cutting-edge renovation, new construction projects, or easy retrofits. LED lighting products use at least 75% less energy and last up to 35 times longer than incandescent lighting. LED’s also produce virtually no heat and provide optimal light color for any environment from parking lots to high-end show rooms. These lighting options can help reduce your budget immediately and provide measurable savings.

Lastly, the same message you are hearing about national and global green initiatives and the call to “go green” is being heard by your customers as well. By switching to LED lighting your business can proudly demonstrate its desire to support the well being of the community and beyond.

If you would like to start saving money today, call Accurate Technologies Inc. at 813-623-2481 for a free energy audit or visit www.accuratetechinc.com for more information.

Examples of Products:
For more details visit http://accuratetechinc.com/data-sheets/

Description: Commercial Can Light Module w/ Trim

Details: AT-ADL Series LED retrofit modules are suitable for direct replacement of existing halogen, CFL or HID recessed ceiling mounted can lights. Module can be fully installed into existing can light bracket from below existing hard ceiling. Lumen packages comparable to mean lumens for 26W, 32W, 42W, 2x13W, 2x26W, 2x32W, 2x42W, CFL and 39W, 50W, 70W CMH with energy savings up to 50%. Available in multiple color temperatures to match existing lighting. Cast aluminum heat sink houses Cree chip for excellent thermal management.

Decription: Retrofit Module for Vertical Mount Socket

Details: AT-APR38 LED modules are suitable for existing light fixtures which feature a vertically mounted socket and are directional in light output. UL and FCC approved LED driver is made with long life components. Available in multiple color temperatures to match existing HID lighting. Cast aluminum heat sink and active cooling system for excellent thermal management. 45 degree light output. 3 year warranty

Description: LED T8 Retrofit Lamp

Details: AT-T8 LED lamps are suitable for replacement of existing T8 or T12 linear fluorescent lamps. Emits high CRI light with no flicker. Existing ballast must be bypassed by a qualified professional. Available in multiple color temperatures to match existing lighting. Cast aluminum body acts as integrated heat sink for excellent thermal management. UL and DLC listed, 3 year warranty.

Description: 360 Degree LED Retrofit Lamp

Details: Constructed with Samsung SMD5630 chips, ATCL360 LED modules are suitable for use in existing light fixtures which emit light in all directions, such as lampposts or area lights. UL and FCC approved LED driver is made with long life components. Available in multiple color temperatures to match existing HID lighting. Cast aluminum heat sink for excellent thermal management. 360 degree light output. 3 year warranty.

Additional Resources:

https://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=lighting.pr_what_are

http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Many-Light-Bulbs-Are-In-The-Average-American-Household?&id=6486896

http://www.theguardian.com/environment/2012/jun/08/led-lightbulbs-save-energy-bills

How a Facility Executive Can Increase Their Budget

November 4, 2015 chris

How a Facility Executive Can Increase Their Budget
Shrinking Capital Budgets are a trend that many facility managers are facing. It is difficult to get a “yes” from senior management, even though there may be a leaky roof that needs to be fixed. Facility managers understand that it is not about how much money is available, it is making sure money is available when needed. In order for a facility manager to have his budget increase in the future, they need to show that they are adding value to the organization today. The question is how?
The best way to add value to the company and deliver measurable results is to improve how a facility operates. Improving efficiency is something that can be measured and the savings can be built into the next year’s budget. One way to achieve savings and show measurable ROI is by moving to LED lighting systems. Saving energy means saving money-both in the present and in the future. LED lighting systems have proven ROI and the results can be seen in the power bill immediately. If a facility manager’s recommendation starts saving 25%-30% off the annual power bill, that is measurable money saved, and their budget is sure to increase in the future based on the savings.
When approaching the CEO or CFO, you want to remember the 4 P’s, Professional, Practical, Proof and Perspective. The presentation should be easy to navigate, include measurable data, benchmarks and include real world statistics. You also want to include their language. This includes ROI, Payback Period, Total Cost of Ownership and Net Present Value. The first place to start would be to get a free energy audit of your facilities. Once you have this data, you would be able to solve the other key performance indicators the executives would want to know. Energy audits offer a beneficial way to examine energy needs and measure their costs against the return on investment for all proposed improvements. Below are some helpful articles that should help you get the ball rolling after your audit. For your FREE ENERGY AUDIT, call Accurate Technologies Inc. at 813-623-2481 or enter your information online at http://www.accuratetechinc.com .

– Steven Williams

Helpful Articles

http://www.facilitiesnet.com/facilitiesmanagement/article/How-to-Get-the-CFOs-Ear-Facilities-Management-Facilities-Management-Feature–2013
http://www.eyesonsales.com/content/article/selling_to_the_cfo_what_the_cfo_needs_to_believe/
http://www.facilitiesnet.com/facilitiesmanagement/article/How-to-Get-the-CFOs-Ear-Facilities-Management-Facilities-Management-Feature–2013#Justify
http://cdmsmith.com/en-US/Insights/Industrial-Outlook/Getting-the-Most-Out-of-Your-Facilities-Budget.aspx

Conference Room Gets an LED Upgrade

July 3, 2014 chris

Our commercial grade recessed can retrofit module. Energy Star rated, 5 year warranty, and high output Cree chip. These modules are 0-10VDC dimmable. — Our commercial grade recessed can retrofit module. Energy Star rated, 3 year warranty, and high output Cree chip. These modules are 0-10VDC dimmable.

Crisp 4000K color gives this room a bright, clean appearance. No more variations in color, and no more flickering, buzzing bulbs. 84w CFL Recessed can lights were retrofitted with 27w LEDs. Higher quality color rendering, brighter light, 60% less power.

Even hard ceiling installations can be retrofitted with no problem. The new lighting kit can be completely installed from below the ceiling with no special tools.

This room's lighting was dramatically improved while achieving a 60% reduction in power. The new fixtures contain a solid state LED chip. No more bulbs to change, so maintenance expenses were also diminished. — This room’s lighting was dramatically improved while achieving a 60% reduction in power. The new fixtures contain a solid state LED chip. No more bulbs to change, so maintenance expenses were also diminished.

Here's a look at our commercial can light. The existing bulbs and reflector are removed from below. The replacement LED light source is integrated into the new reflector, resulting in a clean installation. — Here’s a look at our commercial can light. The existing bulbs and reflector are removed from below. The replacement LED light source is integrated into the new reflector, resulting in a clean installation.

Your Wholesale LED Lighting Source

Accurate Technologies is a full service supplier of LED lighting solutions. Our clients include commercial contractors, electricians, building maintenance departments and property management firms. With the latest lighting technology platform we can facilitate lighting packages for many settings including: medical, retail spaces, street lighting, parking garages, office buildings, resorts, and schools. We can also ease the process of installation by recommending qualified technicians through our service network.

We focus on highly efficient lighting technologies, but just as importantly, we make sure that our recommendations are visually appealing and effective for the end user. We provide only high quality LED lighting products which have passed rigorous safety, performance and efficiency standards, and we are committed to serving our clients with responsive, helpful service.

Browse our catalog and contact Accurate Technologies for price quotes. We’re your team of LED lighting specialists, so call us today. We want to assist you with making the shift to LED technology.

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