by TCPi | Sep 20, 2022 | Commercial, Residential
Minimalist Lighting Clean lines, limited color and no clutter. That’s what it takes to achieve a minimalist design. If you’re heading this direction for an upcoming commercial space design, you need to make a bold statement with bare visuals. Lighting plays a leading...
by TCPi | Sep 20, 2022 | Commercial, Residential
What is Mid-Century Modern Lighting? Mid-century modern is the trend that just keeps trending. Since its inception in the 1950s, mid-century design has found life in every decade. The combination of classic furnishings with modern materials and finishes keeps this...
by TCPi | Aug 31, 2022 | Commercial
Make the Switch to High Lumen LED Filament Lighting Commercial spaces everywhere continue to search for more reliable and energy-efficient lighting. Not that long ago, HID (high intensity discharge) lighting was considered the best, and brightest option for...
by TCPi | Jul 15, 2022 | Commercial
Replacing Your Stadium Lights? Here’s What You Need to Know! Nothing seems to bring communities together like local school sporting events. Longtime rivalries foster friendship and camaraderie among parents, sports fans, and members of the entire community. In many...
by TCPi | Jul 8, 2022 | Commercial
Understanding Horticulture Grow Lights If you’re an indoor farmer, you know how important horticulture lights are to maintaining a successful business. The type of horticulture lighting you invest in can either make or break a crop’s growing cycle and your year-end...
by TCPi | Jun 24, 2022 | Commercial
The Best Lighting Strategy for Nursing Homes Senior living facilities such as nursing homes and assisted care residences require exceptional lighting. The safety and well-being of elderly patients depends on a bright, well-lit environment that provides a sense of...
by TCPi | Jun 17, 2022 | Commercial
Movie Theater Lights Every commercial space designed for public use has its fair share of challenges when it comes to lighting. Movie theaters in particular must meet all sorts of requirements in order to fulfill their lighting’s unique demands. Proper lighting...
by TCPi | Jun 10, 2022 | Commercial
The Basics of Stage Lighting Today’s concert-goers have high expectations when they attend an event. Audiences not only demand flawless sound quality, they also want a captivating stage show. To give fans a wow-worthy experience, event designers need to...
by TCPi | May 27, 2022 | Commercial
Reasons to Choose TCP Horticulture Lights To keep indoor farms profitable, horticulturists must continually monitor the indoor growing environment. Temperature fluctuations and water supply issues can adversely affect plant health. But if lighting quality is poor...
by TCPi | May 20, 2022 | Commercial
Far Red Lighting & Its Benefits in Horticulture Today’s commercial horticulture industry has come a long way from the days of traditional outdoor farming. Within the past century, advances in agricultural science have demonstrated that farmers can directly impact...
by TCPi | May 13, 2022 | Commercial
How many times has this happened to you? You’re driving somewhere then suddenly realize you need to stop and get gas. It’s dark outside and you happen to be in a neighborhood you don’t know very well. The first gas station you see is poorly lit. The service island is...
by TCPi | Apr 29, 2022 | Commercial
TCP High Lumen LED Filaments vs Competitor Copycats Remember when HID lights were considered the best option for lighting a large commercial space? It doesn’t seem that long ago. Everything changed when a new product came along – corn cob LED lights. These versatile...
by TCPi | Apr 15, 2022 | Commercial
High Lumen LED Filament Lamps vs Competitor Lamps Facility managers have neverending to-do lists, especially if they manage a large commercial space. Making sure a building’s interior is properly maintained takes plenty of time, effort and multitasking. Let’s not...
by TCPi | Apr 8, 2022 | Commercial
LightFair 2022 Returns to Las Vegas The last time LightFair lit up Las Vegas was in 2014. The event was such a success, it set records for both occupancy and attendance. When LightFair returns to Las Vegas in June, record-breaking numbers are expected again. With more...
by TCPi | Mar 18, 2022 | Commercial
How Light Impacts Psychology & Mood at a Resort & Spa People who travel for work spend a lot of time at hotels. While away from home, they expect VIP treatment from the hospitality brands they frequent the most. For a hotel to earn their loyalty, every detail...
by TCPi | Mar 11, 2022 | Commercial
When checking out a new bar, service and drink quality can make or break your first impression. But if the bar’s atmosphere is well below par, chances are you won’t return for an after-work beer or pre-dinner cocktail anytime soon. Successful bars and clubs know...
by TCPi | Feb 18, 2022 | Commercial
Lighting is one of the most important aspects to consider when planning a restaurant’s interior design. It’s an essential element with a vital role that can either make or break your dining clientele’s satisfaction and experience. Your newly designed restaurant space...
by TCPi | Feb 11, 2022 | Commercial
Proper lighting is essential to today’s brick-and-mortar retailers, especially those that sell goods in showroom settings. Whether you’re selling appliances, electronics, or jewelry, retail lighting design serves a similar purpose in successful showrooms. First,...
by TCPi | Feb 4, 2022 | Commercial
Have you ever worked in a warehouse or distribution center? If you have, you know first-hand that safety and efficiency are essential for successful day-to-day operations. To maintain a productive environment, warehouse spaces must have a lighting system that works...
by Nikki Toigo | Jan 17, 2022 | Commercial, News
AURORA, OHIO – January 17, 2022 – Technical Consumer Products, Inc. (TCP) is thrilled to announce the immediate availability of its line of High Lumen Filament Lamps. With a classic HID shape that fits into existing fixtures, these lamps are the ideal...
by TCPi | Jan 7, 2022 | Commercial
Commercial buildings are in a state of constant evolution. The networks and systems that keep these spaces functioning properly are always evolving, too. As technology advances for lighting, heating, security, and other systems, opportunities arise to improve the...
by TCPi | Dec 29, 2021 | Commercial
Good lighting is the key to making people feel comfortable in a parking lot. Dark corners and large, shadowy spaces tend to make people feel nervous or unsafe. Brightly lit parking lots, on the other hand, make for an area that feels safe, clean, and inviting. How...
by Nikki Toigo | Dec 28, 2021 | Commercial, Residential
What is the difference between shunted and non-shunted sockets? And how do you determine which one you need? Let’s break it down first by defining what exactly shunted and non-shunted mean, and then we can discuss when to use which. Shunted sockets house internally...
by TCPi | Dec 23, 2021 | Commercial
If you are planning to transition from fluorescent troffer lights to LED panels, you probably have a few questions. One of the most common questions about commercial lighting upgrades is around the difference between edge lit LED panels and back lit panels. The good...
by Dee Satterfield | Dec 21, 2021 | Commercial
When it’s time to replace outdoor lighting, it is very important to make sure you buy the right kind of bulbs. Not only is it a safety concern, but also a function concern. Bulbs that are not built to be used outdoors will not function well when exposed to moisture....
by TCPi | Dec 17, 2021 | Commercial
Since hotels have a wide variety of different spaces, from common areas to private rooms, there are varied lighting needs throughout the building that must be accommodated in order to ensure a positive experience for your guests and staff. If you’re trying to light...
by TCPi | Dec 14, 2021 | Commercial
The amount and type of lighting we encounter throughout the day has a direct effect on our moods. Lighting has an impact on everything from focus to appetite. Poor lighting may even contribute to depression and vitamin deficiencies. The biological and psychological...
by TCPi | Dec 13, 2021 | Commercial
Benefits of Round High Bay Lighting If you run a commercial facility, office space, or any other space that requires large-scale lighting, you are probably familiar with high bay lighting. As LED technology has advanced over the years, LED high bay lights have...
by TCPi | Dec 3, 2021 | Commercial
Lighting is important to our everyday functioning. Adequate light makes it possible to see as we perform tasks. In the healthcare field, these tasks hold a great deal of weight, affecting patients’ health. Sometimes, these tasks are a matter of life and death. In...
by TCPi | Nov 30, 2021 | Commercial
Parking lot lighting is an important element of commercial lighting design, though it is often overlooked. It may not be the most glamorous outdoor lighting, but great parking lot lighting ensures that people feel safe and comfortable when they enter and leave your...
by TCPi | Nov 26, 2021 | Commercial
Within the first few seconds after entering the lobby, guests have already formed their first opinions of your hotel. For travelers, the atmosphere of a hotel lobby sets their expectations and provides a glimpse of what’s to come in their guest rooms. If people are...
by TCPi | Nov 19, 2021 | Commercial
Human behavior is influenced by a seemingly infinite number of external factors. Sometimes we’re not even consciously aware of what’s causing our specific reaction or response. Our subconscious minds automatically react to sensory cues all around us – music, scents,...
by TCPi | Nov 15, 2021 | Commercial
Scientific studies from recent years have shown that lighting can significantly affect how well students perform in the classroom. For example, if lighting is too dim, or if it flickers overhead, students may have trouble focusing and retaining information. Poor...
by TCPi | Oct 28, 2021 | Commercial
When work life throws a better office job your way every few years, you take it. A new job or more experience looks good on your resume, and new office stories are fun to share. One recent story is actually insightful, and reveals a lot about people. During small-talk...
by TCPi | Oct 25, 2021 | Commercial
Business analysts predict 2022 could be the commercial lighting industry’s biggest year to date. Forecasts show increased demand, and potentially record-breaking numbers. Last year, the lighting industry put in plenty of overtime innovating and developing new...
by TCPi | Oct 17, 2021 | Commercial
Commercial spaces require constant maintenance. From daily tasks, to ongoing repairs, the projects never seem to stop. It takes a lot of hard work and effort. But it’s all worth it, especially when a job is finished, and everyone loves the end results. Minor tasks are...
by TCPi | Oct 7, 2021 | Commercial
There was a time when companies thought that the best office lighting had to be fluorescent, overhead, and recessed in a drop ceiling. When scientific research started to link employees’ headaches, eye strain, and fatigue to overly bright, or excessively dim...
by Dee Satterfield | Sep 29, 2021 | Commercial
At first glance, you might not think there’s much to notice about high bay lights. Their purpose seems simple: provide high level ambient light throughout a large space. But the best high bay LED fixtures can make all the difference in the quality of light, impacting...
by TCPi | Sep 23, 2021 | Commercial
Good lighting can make or break your indoor farming operation. Of all the factors that contribute to plant health, light is the most important. When growing plants indoors, you have the opportunity to completely control the light your plants receive. So, why not take...
by TCPi | Sep 23, 2021 | Commercial, Residential
As the leading LED manufacturer, TCP is committed to finding new ways to be eco-friendly. And while LED technology saves massive amounts of electricity every year, TCP believes there is always room for improvement. That’s why we continue to innovate, looking for the...
by TCPi | Sep 23, 2021 | Commercial
With the right sports arena lighting, every game is an exciting experience. High quality arena lights reduce glare for cameras and spectators and create a comfortable sporting environment for athletes. So, how do you make sure your outdoor arena lights and indoor...
by Dee Satterfield | Sep 22, 2021 | Commercial
The lighting industry’s premier event is almost underway! LightFair 2021 will take place in New York City at the end of October. By bringing together the best and brightest in the fields of architectural and commercial lighting, LightFair strives to reshape and...
by Dee Satterfield | Sep 20, 2021 | Commercial
The right indoor sports arena lighting enhances the game experience for athletes and spectators alike. And for building managers and owners, high quality, energy efficient LEDs reduce operating costs for an improved bottom line. Why is quality LED sports arena...
by Dee Satterfield | Sep 20, 2021 | Commercial
When you think of eco-friendly lighting, what comes to mind? Chances are, the first thing you think of is energy efficient lighting, which allows you to achieve bright lighting for a fraction of the energy used by outdated incandescent lights. As important as it is,...
by Dee Satterfield | Aug 23, 2021 | Commercial, Uncategorized
As the leading LED manufacturer, TCP is committed to finding new ways to be eco-friendly. And while LED technology saves massive amounts of electricity every year, TCP believes there is always room for improvement. That’s why we continue to innovate, looking for the...
by TCPi | Aug 20, 2021 | Commercial
Emergency lighting is a requirement for your building to ensure safety when things go wrong. If there’s a fire, a utility outage, or a power failure, there are state and federal regulations, fire codes, insurance policies, and even Occupational Safety and Health...
by TCPi | Aug 20, 2021 | Commercial
Do you operate an older building? If so, chances are, you are currently dealing with outdated lighting. While the new construction standard used to be incandescent and fluorescent lights, modern LEDs have taken over. Their low energy usage and long lifespans are not...
by TCPi | Aug 15, 2021 | Commercial
The quality of your outdoor area lights plays an important role in your overall outdoor lighting design, both aesthetically and functionally. Bright, consistent light helps increase security on your property and ensures the safety of anyone who walks through your...
by TCPi | Aug 11, 2021 | Commercial
Want to create the perfect outdoor space to entertain friends and eat meals? Great patio lighting makes for a beautiful space to enjoy all summer long. Read on for outdoor patio lighting ideas! Changing the Bulb Can Change the Mood The bulbs you choose for your patio...
by TCPi | Aug 11, 2021 | Commercial
Our eyes help the brain retain new information and collaborate with others, making them an important part of the learning process. But as interactive flat panels (IFPs) replace more and more chalkboards, it is more important than ever to prioritize students’ eye...
