The Ga-Rankuwa Campus of the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), Gauteng Province, was recently fitted with a LED lighting solution for its new auditorium.
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BEKA Schréder’s LED luminaires were the solution of choice since they offered the most energy-efficient lighting solution. Furthermore, due to their reliable performance, low dust accumulation and no need for relamping, these luminaires also minimise maintenance costs.
“We were approached by Emzansi Consulting to assist with the design,” explains Benita Delport, BEKA Schréder Senior Technical Sales Representative (Northern Branch). “Emzansi Consulting gave us guidelines on what they needed, the end result to be achieved and what kind of luminaires they were looking at using. We then had to do the design according to the SANS Standards for the lux levels and propose the best suited luminaires to bring the application to life.”
Building interior
Due to the auditorium’s multi-purpose function, the luminaires have the functionality to be dimmed to the required lighting level. The LEDBAY lowbay and highbay luminaires, BEKARONDO circular aluminium reflector LED downlights, and the LED PANEL provide the main lighting in the auditorium. The LEDDUO decorative wall-mounted up-/downlighters illuminate the pillars. Decorative suspended LED downlight luminaires, the LEDDISK, provides general area lighting for the staircases. “In the interiors, the lighting solution had to be functional in order to provide high light levels for students to write exams. Other luminaires were then used to create more of an atmosphere for a variety of functions, such as stage performance events,” says Delport.
Emphasis was placed on locally manufactured luminaires. “The luminaires were chosen to create ambiance and to make the auditorium aesthetically pleasing for students,” explains Delport. “Different luminaires were chosen for different applications – dimmable options for visual comfort for specific uses of the auditorium. Here too, LED luminaires were chosen for their long lifetime and low maintenance, but also for their dimming system and energy saving solution.”
Building exterior
The modern architecture of the new building is enhanced by illuminating the façade of the building with the LEDSTREAM high-performing versatile LED floodlight, and the LEDDUO decorative wall-mounted up-/downlighter. The main entrance to the building is lit up with decorative SERIES 30 LED bulkheads, while the high-performing LEDFLOOD floodlights illuminate the side entrances. ZELA LED post top luminaires, installed on glass-fibre reinforced polyester poles, have been installed around the outside of the building to provide general area lighting. Here the luminaires had to be decorative to enhance the architectural look of the new building, as well as IP rated to withstand rain and other elements such as dust. Again, LED luminaires were chosen for their long lifetime and low maintenance.
BEKA Schréder energy-efficient. The lighting solution for the new auditorium at the Ga-Rankuwa Campus of the Tshwane University of Technology, is another example of the benefit of using LED lighting products which are designed, developed and manufactured in South Africa to be suitable for local conditions. In conclusion, Delport notes that, “The lighting we specified adds to the overall aesthetic, appeal and functionality of the auditorium, making this an essential part of the project.”
TEAM
Principal agents and architects: GPS Architects
Electrical engineers: Emzansi Consulting Engineers
Main contractors: Buzaphi Construction
