Food Safety Lighting

More About Food Safety Lighting

When it comes to working in the food industry, there are ways to improve quality and safety that may not be as obvious as properly washing and sanitizing equipment. One of those ways is LED lighting. Today, LED lighting is the ideal choice for efficiency and safety-minded commercial and industrial companies. With advancements in technology combined with utility rebates and energy efficiency tax incentives, upgrading to LED lighting will provide an excellent return on investment from the moment the fixtures are installed. Compared to metal halides and fluorescents, LEDs can offer energy savings of up to 85 percent. They also run cooler, last longer, and have better CRI (color rendering index) - a number which indicates an artificial light’s ability to depict colors as natural light. The best LED fixtures can keep food facilities at ideal foot-candle levels for 100,000 hours or more with little to no maintenance.

Those in the food industry will truly appreciate LED lighting for ways in which it improves food safety across a number of facilities, such as food processing plants, cold storage, and restaurants. These spaces are filled with heat-generating equipment, grinders, slicers and more, and proper lighting can prevent dangerous accidents like slip-and-falls and other employee injuries. It can also help prevent small objects from dropping or falling into food processing machinery or raw materials. A single incident can compromise food quality and cause a costly recall. Bright, clear LED lighting helps to minimize these risks by increasing visibility and enhancing employee concentration and work performance. It’s a well-known fact that quality LED lighting will allow workers to perform their jobs more competently and safely. In often-chaotic settings like restaurants, having the bright, clear light of LED fixtures decreases the likelihood of accidents.

LEDs with a higher CRI than traditional lighting, as mentioned above, will allow food production employees to more accurately spot mold, discoloration, and other defects. Poor lighting masks dirt, dust, and grime. LEDs not only help ensure that food is being prepared in the most sanitary environment possible, but it can also help restaurants, bars, and cafeterias pass inspection scores, which many establishments are required to make public knowledge. Furthermore, LED fixtures feature impact-resistant construction that will completely eliminate any chance of debris like broken glass, from falling into food. They’re also durable enough to withstand moisture and washdowns. An International Protection (IP) rating of 65 or higher, ensures that the fixture provides a high level of protection against dust and water.

At PROLIGHTING, we understand that a facility-wide LED upgrade can be a large investment. Our certified lighting specialists can provide you with the guidance to make the best selection for your needs and budget. Our team will walk you through the process and can even provide you with a layout and quote outlining the best lighting options for your application.