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China Shenzhen SOGA Lighting Co., Ltd.
Shenzhen SOGA Lighting Co., Ltd.
SOGA Lighting has been designing and manufacturing patented LED Fixture since 2015.
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Professional certification ENEC, CE, SAA, support exports to all European countries Optimal material and well-know driver brand INVENTRONICS, MEANWELL and SOSEN Trust Seal, Credit Check, RoHS and Supplier Capability Assessment.
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We have our own professional design team and efficient manufacturing team, which will satisfy your order requirements and achieve the expected standard. We believe that you will be extremely satisfied with all the orders placed.
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Quality oriented, Customer first, Lean production and the pursuit of excellence are SOGA main principles, Professional production managers control production details and quality for you!
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Latest company news about Beyond the Wattage: How Traditional Lights Drain Energy and Budgets Alike
2025-09-26

Beyond the Wattage: How Traditional Lights Drain Energy and Budgets Alike

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But that’s only what you see on the label. The truth? Traditional Metal Halide and HPS fixtures actually consume 2–4* more energy and costs than their wattage suggests. Between ballast losses, rapid lumen depreciation, constant maintenance at 30m heights, and poor light quality that forces over-lighting, the real price goes far beyond electricity. What looks like “just watts" is, in reality, a drain on your budget, manpower, and facility performance. 1. The Energy Trap: More Than Just Watts A 1000W Metal Halide is not 1000W—it’s 1150W with ballast losses. Switching to a 400W LED Sports Light delivers equal (or better) brightness at a fraction of the energy. Example: Metric Metal Halide LED Fixtures 140 140 Operating 200 days/year * 6 hours/day 200 days/year * 6 hours/day Electricity cost $0.12/kWh $0.12/kWh Annual cost ~$54,000 ~$18,000 That’s a $36,000 saving every single year. And if your electricity rates are higher, or your facility operates longer hours, the savings multiply fast. 2. The Maintenance Black Hole Traditional lights don’t just burn electricity—they burn through your maintenance budget. Lifespan: Metal Halide 15,000–20,000h vs LED 100,000h Brightness loss: Metal Halide drops 50% output within 7,500h (half-life) Maintenance cost: High-altitude bulb replacement requires cranes, labor, and downtime Over a decade, the cost of replacements, labor, and disruption can easily exceed six figures. LED eliminates this cycle—no more expensive bulb swaps, no more recurring headaches. 3. The Quality Gap: Why Poor Light Costs More Lighting is not only about brightness—it’s about clarity, safety, and experience. HPS CRI: 70 (often >80), delivering sharp visuals and true colors The result? Players perform better with clear visibility Fans enjoy vibrant, professional atmospheres Broadcasters capture high-definition, TV-ready footage Low-quality light doesn’t just look bad—it forces you to install more fixtures to compensate, driving costs higher. The Invisible Losses Add Up When you look beyond the wattage, here’s what traditional stadium lighting really costs you: Energy waste: 2–4* more than the rated power Maintenance burden: recurring replacements & manpower Performance penalty: poor visibility, more fixtures, dissatisfied fans The Smarter Choice: LED Sports Lighting Upgrading to LED is no longer optional—it’s a strategic investment. Save 50–70% on energy Cut maintenance costs to near-zero Provide world-class light quality for athletes, fans, and broadcasts Support global sustainability goals It’s not just lighting—it’s the future of sports facilities. The Bottom Line Traditional lights cost far more than their wattage suggests. They bleed budgets, drain manpower, and downgrade experiences. LED lights, by contrast, give you: Better light Lower cost Smarter, sustainable future The question is: How much longer can your stadium afford to pay for invisible losses? Have you upgraded to LED yet? What was the biggest impact—energy savings, reduced maintenance, or improved light quality? Share your story below
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Latest company news about Why Asymmetrical Optics Are the Winning Choice in Sports Lighting —— A Deep Dive by SOGA Lighting
2025-05-29

Why Asymmetrical Optics Are the Winning Choice in Sports Lighting —— A Deep Dive by SOGA Lighting

In the world of sports lighting, precision is everything. From the angle of illumination to the control of light spill, every detail plays a vital role in creating a safe, high-performing, and spectator-friendly environment. At SOGA, we often hear a common assumption from newcomers to lighting design: “Symmetrical beam optics are the best—because they’re evenly distributed.” While this might sound logical, the reality is far more nuanced. In fact, when it comes to sports lighting, asymmetrical optics consistently outperform symmetrical ones—and here’s why. Symmetrical vs. Asymmetrical: What's the Difference? Symmetrical optics distribute light evenly in all directions, like a flashlight shining forward in a cone. This may be useful in general floodlighting, but in sports scenarios, it often leads to:   ❌ Excessive light spill outside the target area ❌ Glare that disturbs players, referees, and spectators ❌ Light trespass into nearby neighborhoods or properties   Asymmetrical optics, on the other hand, are engineered to focus light in a controlled and directional beam, aiming the intensity toward the play area only. The result?   ✅ Maximized efficiency – More useful lumens per watt ✅ Reduced obtrusive light – Minimal impact on surrounding areas ✅ Improved visibility – Less glare, sharper contrast, safer play   Why It Matters in Real-World Stadiums magine lighting a football field with tall poles on both sides. With symmetrical optics, light beams scatter wide, wasting energy on the stands, the sky, and even nearby houses. Now apply asymmetrical optics. Each luminaire is precisely angled to concentrate its beam onto the field, layering light coverage without over-illumination or crossover glare. This isn’t just theory—it’s our daily practice at SOGA.   Our Engineering Solution: V2.0 Asymmetrical Lens + LightGrid™ We’ve engineered our latest lens generation—SOGA V2.0—to produce highly optimized asymmetric beam patterns. These are fine-tuned to each sport’s layout, pole placement, and height. And to further enhance control, our LightGrid™ (optional glare louvre system) shields stray rays, meeting even the strictest international standards for obtrusive light control, such as: EN 12193 (Europe) AS/NZS 4282 (Australia/New Zealand) CIE 150 / IDA (Global) The Visual Difference Left Side: Symmetrical optic – wasted light, high glare Right Side: Asymmetrical optic – clean beam cutoff, focused light Which one would you choose for a world-class sports venue?   Final Thought: Lighting the Game, Not the Sky Lighting is no longer just about brightness—it’s about precision, responsibility, and design intelligence. Asymmetrical optics are the future of sports lighting, and at SOGA, we’re proud to offer not just products—but engineered solutions tailored to every pitch, court, and stadium.  
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