Advanced Energy's Innovative Solution for Horticultural LED Lighting
In this video, Advanced Energy introduces its innovative solution to the inefficiencies of traditional horticultural LED lighting systems. The traditional method involves using an individual power supply, often referred to as an LED driver, for each light fixture. This approach generates a significant amount of heat, leading to increased energy costs for cooling the grow area and higher installation costs due to the complexity of individual control systems.
Advanced Energy's solution is the Artesyn Intelligent High Power (iHP) system, a centralized remote power supply designed specifically for horticultural lighting systems. This system eliminates the need for individual drivers, reducing the heat and power in the grow area. The heat generated can be exhausted outdoors or redirected inside the grow area during cooler climates or wintertime crops, resulting in fewer temperature fluctuations and more stable humidity and CO2 levels.
The centralized power system can be controlled remotely using an optional connection module and cloud-based management tool, eliminating the need for additional lighting controllers. This programmability enables more crop cycles and different crops. Advanced Energy customers have reported savings of up to 40 percent in capital costs and between 9 and 12 percent in operating costs annually, significantly reducing their carbon footprint.
Key Products and Features:
- Artesyn Intelligent High Power (iHP) system: A centralized remote power supply designed for horticultural lighting systems.
- Remote control capability: The centralized power system can be controlled remotely using an optional connection module and cloud-based management tool.
- Energy and cost savings: Customers have reported savings of up to 40 percent in capital costs and between 9 and 12 percent in operating costs annually.
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