Site descriptionMillion Air is a franchised executive aircraft operator with over 25 locations across North America and the Caribbean. Franchised locations serve as refueling stations and provide other executive aircraft services including repairs and maintenance. Million Air Vancouver operates eight hangars totaling 280,000 ft2 at the South Terminal of the YVR airport in Richmond, BC. They offer 24/7 maintenance service and amenities to pilots and travellers.

Primary challengeMillion Air approached ONEnergy to design and install a new lighting system for Hangar B that would provide brighter conditions for the detailed work being performed on the aircraft. Specifically, they wanted to address the shadows and dark areas. At the same time, it was also important to reduce energy costs as much as possible.

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Million Air Aircraft Hangar B

CHALLENGE: Energy savings & more evenly spread lighting SAVINGS: 80% energy savings; $6,500 per yearOUTCOME: Brighter light levels & quieter workplace

ProcessTo increase light levels while delivering improved lighting levels a 480W LED high bay was selected. The individually articulating light cones on each fixture meant that the high bays could be installed and the cones adjusted to create perfectly even lighting throughout the space, with reduced glare. To further reduce energy consumption, ONEnergy connected occupancy sensors to control the high bays, as it was observed that all of the existing lights remained on, even when the space was minimally occupied or empty.

Outcomes

LightingThere was a dramatic change in colour temperature and colour visibility after the LEDs were installed. The light distribution was much more even due to a better max-to-min light level ratio, and the average lux level was increased from 381 to 419. The removal of the metal halide ballasts also eliminated the irritating buzzing noise typical with metal halide lighting.

EnergyThe upgrade resulted in an energy reduction of 80%, or 52,646 kWh, and $5,000 per year plus additional operation & maintenance savings.

ContactFor Energy Products - LED Lighting, High-Efficiency Commercial HVAC Systems, Electricity, Natural Gas, Commercial Solar PV and more, call 1 (855) 753-2525 or email LEDsales@onenergyinc.com

Before

After

Metal halide 1000W high bays were discolouring with age, and the older ballasts were producing a loud buzz that echoed throughout the cavernous hangar space. In addition, the light dispersion was dim and patchy.

The GigaTera 480W LED fixtures drastically improved light levels, creating much better conditions for airplane maintenance. The silence of the LEDs was greatly appreciated. In fact, employees could now hear the radio while they worked!