Why choose PARsource reflectors?
PARsource reflectors are made with the latest MIRO Aluminum to maximize light output and deliver broad, even coverage ‹ up to 10% more efficient than any other reflectors on the market. Maximized output = Fewer fixtures needed.
What is a Beamflicker?
PARsource Beamflicker is a high efficiency light system for photoperiod control. An oscillating reflector with a high-intensity sodium lamp ³flicks² beams of light from one end of a greenhouse to the other, providing intermittent light evenly across an entire area. The Beamflicker is used at night to maintain vegetative growth, prevent bud dormancy, induce or prevent flowering.
What is an E-Ballast?
The PARsource E-Ballast uses a microprocessor, similar to a personal computer, enabling it to automatically operate either Halide or Sodium bulbs, switch between 50 and 60 hertz, and compensate for degrading bulbs by increasing output. Automatic shutdown occurs when wiring shorts or defective bulbs are detected. The E-Ballast provides fast start up, is maintenance free, is completely silent, and is up to 25% more efficient than any other ballast on the market. Combine with the GLS/GLX reflectors, or the Beamflicker to create an E-System.
Why use supplemental lighting?
Faster crop production, high crop quality, more crop turns, and total control over flowering and fruiting.
Which bulb is for bedding plants and tomatoes?
High Pressure Sodium (HPS) emits a light that is weighted more heavily in the red range of the light spectrum. This type of light helps stimulate a plant to produce flowers and fruit.
Which bulb is preferred for lettuce and basil?
Metal Halide bulbs emit a balanced white light similar to the spectrum of sunlight. This type of light promotes vegetative growth and is best for seed starting.
How do I know how many light fixtures I need?
Fixture quantity is determined by desired light level, type of crop, growing area dimensions, clearance height, and greenhouse type. PARsource will provide a complimentary Lightsmith Lighting Layout, indicating the number of fixtures needed, placement for optimum uniformity, and the amount of footcandles generated. |
