WE-EF LEUCHTENGeneral CatalogueAsia Paci� c Edition

2014-2016

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For several decades now, WE-EF has been a trusted manufacturer

of high-performance exterior luminaires, combining state-of-the-art

lamp and control technology with advanced optical systems and

sound mechanical engineering. In our rapidly changing industry,

tungsten halogen and 'old generation' discharge lamps have mean-

while been superseded by modern light sources such as ceramic

metal halide and LEDs – both of which can be found in luminaires

featured in this catalogue – offering distinct advantages in their

respective fields of application.

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Light-emitting diodes have now been available as a new source of light for about a

decade. LED technology offers a broad range of benefits, the most significant being that

it offers massive potential for energy savings. Additional opportunities for protecting the

climate and environment result from other properties such as, for example, a long service

life, excellent control potential, and small size and flexibility. These strengths have made

LEDs a popular replacement for conventional lighting technologies. Their technology-

based advantages are ideal for exterior lighting applications.

WE-EF is numbered among the pioneers of LED applications and, with its extensive

knowledge and experience has brought technological developments to market maturity

that have resulted in particularly efficient lighting solutions. Inventions such as the

OLC® One LED Concept or RFC™ Reflection Free Contour technologies demonstrate the

level of innovation at WE-EF. The desire to always be one step ahead of the state-of-the-

art combined with a reliable sense for current technological trends and quality of design

has resulted in great strides being made – to the benefit of both users of luminaires and

the environment.

The synergy of competence and innovation

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Design and Engineering

The most important element in the design process is the development of luminaires that

encompass timeless design; in other words, design that best reflects their enduring

qualities.

In addition, state-of-the-art engineering brings with it the highest standards with regard

to environmentally-friendly materials and processes, i.e., high IP ratings, excellent ther-

mal management and innovative optical systems. The development of high-end, efficient

reflectors and lenses is one of the core competencies of WE-EF. This means compliance

with international lighting and safety norms, while meeting the criteria of such organi-

sations as the Dark Sky Society. Continual investment in research and development is

the basic condition for meeting these requirements. WE-EF innovations, such as

IOS® Innovative Optical Systems, CTA® Cool Touch Adaptor, ASC® Anti Slip Coating and

OLC® One LED Concept, are just some examples of the company’s continuing investment

in technology.

Designed to endure

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Production

'Made by WE-EF' is more than just an expression; the high quality level of in-house

production processes includes:

n Tooling for HPDC and injection moulding

n Aluminium high-pressure die-casting

n CNC machining

n Powdercoating

n Pole manufacturing

n Assembly

Through continual investment in tooling and production processes, and ongoing training

programmes for WE-EF employees, the highest standards of quality are achieved. In

exterior lighting, the corrosion-resistance qualities of a product are crucial to their relia-

bility and longevity. Durable and reliable corrosion protection can only be achieved when

product development and production processes are considered together. Years of

research, development and practical testing as well as experience in some of the most

extreme climates on Earth have resulted in WE-EF’s unique 5CE corrosion protection sys-

tem. This system encompasses five critical elements:

n Substrate

n Conversion coating

n Powdercoating

n PCS hardware (polymer coated stainless steel)

n Process control

Application

Real and sustainable cost and energy savings can only be achieved through professional

project planning, including the application of the latest optical systems and light sources.

In streetlighting applications, for example, this means minimising the number of lumi-

naires required by optimising the efficiency of the optical system, while at the same time

limiting glare in line with international standards. In short, reduced installation and

maintenance costs, less CO2 and improved quality of light.

Recycling

More than 90 per cent of a WE-EF luminaire can be recycled. The main component, a

marine-grade aluminium substrate, is refined from recycled aluminium. This recycled

aluminium is also an 'energy storer'. Only five per cent of the original energy needed to

process bauxite into aluminium is required for recycling. In other words, 95 per cent

of the original energy input is also recycled.

The most signi� cant WE-EF contribution to protecting the environment is the creation

of products that are engineered to endure, essentially minimising the need to replace

or recycle them for many years.

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Worldwide performance

With its in-depth understanding of regional practices and environmental standards,

WE-EF provides architects, lighting designers and project consultants with comprehensive

support for architectural and urban lighting projects.

Established more than 60 years ago in Germany, the WE-EF Group now comprises eight

companies worldwide – each fully supported by an extensive network of regional distrib-

utors and agents.

WE-EF group worldwide

WE-EF LEUCHTEN Germany

WE-EF LIGHTING United Kingdom

WE-EF LUMIERE France

WE-EF HELVETICA Switzerland

WE-EF LIGHTING United States of America

WE-EF LIGHTING Thailand

WE-EF LIGHTING Australia

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There are three key players in any lighting project: the lighting designer who uses creativity

and technical knowledge to conceive lighting solutions, the luminaire manufacturer who produces

the tools needed by the lighting designer, and the object to be illuminated.

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WE-EF LEUCHTEN

GmbH & Co. KG

Toepinger Strasse 16

29646 Bispingen

Germany

Tel +49 5194 909 0

Fax +49 5194 909 299

info.asiapaci� c@we-ef.com

www.we-ef.com

Acknowledgements:

Front cover. Gardens by the Bay. Singapore (SG).

Photography by Toshio Kaneko.