Fluorescent to LED High Bay Upgrade for Precision Assembly
Overview
An Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) needed to improve visibility and working conditions on its shop floor to better support precision assembly and overall productivity. Kendall Electric partnered directly with the leadership team to assess the environment and deliver a high-performance lighting solution.
The Challenge
Lighting conditions couldn’t support precision work, making it harder for employees to complete assembly tasks and slowing down daily operations.
The customer needed a solution that would:
Improve lighting levels
Create a better environment for employees
Align with ongoing facility upgrades
Install with minimal disruption
The goal was to improve lighting conditions to better support precision assembly and day-to-day productivity. By establishing a lighting baseline and implementing a right-fit LED solution, Kendall Electric ensured the facility could operate more efficiently while supporting ongoing improvements without disruption.
Implementation Highlights
Completed a full lighting audit to measure existing conditions and establish a baseline
Installed and validated a sample Sylvania UFO high bay fixture on-site before full rollout
Implemented a 1-for-1 upgrade from fluorescent to LED high bay fixtures for a straightforward transition
Increased lighting levels across the shop floor from 20 to 42 foot-candles
Supported installation and verified performance post-install to ensure consistent results over time
The Solution
Kendall Electric started with an on-site lighting assessment to understand current conditions. The team then completed a 1-for-1 upgrade to Sylvania LED high bay fixtures, improving light levels with a solution that fit the facility.
Measured light levels before the upgrade
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The team conducted a full lighting audit using a light meter to quantify existing conditions. This established a clear baseline for light levels and ensured recommendations were based on what was actually happening on the plant floor—not assumptions.
Real-world validation before rollout
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To confirm the right fit, a Sylvania sample fixture was installed on-site for live testing. This allowed the customer to evaluate performance in their actual environment and move forward based on proven results.
A streamlined upgrade with minimal disruption
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Kendall Electric recommended a 1-for-1 replacement using Sylvania UFO High Bay LED fixtures for their reliable performance and long service life. The team supported installation and verified results post-install, ensuring improved light levels and consistent performance over time.
Impact
The lighting upgrade delivered measurable gains in performance and employee experience, including an over 2x increase in visibility. Sylvania UFO high bay fixtures were a strong fit for this industrial application, with a compact design, selectable CCT, and straightforward installation—delivering the light levels needed for precision work. The improved lighting supported day-to-day productivity and morale while fitting into ongoing facility improvements without disrupting operations.
Delivered over a 2x increase in lighting levels, from 20 to 42 foot-candles
Improved employee morale and working conditions by creating a safer environment for precision assembly
Modernized operations with phased upgrades and minimal disruption
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