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Nurses' Station

The job list is never-ending - 24/7. Nurses’ station lighting should enhance effectiveness, not inhibit it. Sufficient illumination for visual comfort. Glare-free, targeted task lighting to alleviate eye fatigue. Variable CCT for shift worker circadian support.

Deliver lighting that cares for the caregiver.

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    Flexible Ambient

    Recessed ambient lighting with unique BeWell™ Optics delivers glare-free visual comfort; customize center section for aesthetic effect or add accent lighting. Learn More▸

  • Tranquility Drop Lens

    Create stunning 3D luminous ceilings by combining wrap-around imagery with varying luminaire depths from one to seven inches. Learn More▸

  • Tranquility Overlay Lens

    By concealing the grid lines, this luminaire transforms multi-unit graphics into one continuous image to create a cohesive luminous ceiling. Learn More▸

  • Tranquility Regressed Lens

    When coupled with beautiful designer patterns, this luminaire simulates an architectural skylight that appears to float in the ceiling. Learn More▸

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    Sconces

    Accent fixtures that layer light to soften patient room ambiance or add decorative but functional illumination anywhere; multiple designs with nightlight option. Learn More▸ 

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    Tranquility Sconces

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    Steplights

    Multiple options, including thru-wall, illuminate floor for safer nighttime navigation by caregivers from door to bed and patient from bed to restroom. Learn More▸

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    Elle™

    Linear luminaire with graceful illuminated curved surface; multiple light distribution and mounting options. Learn More▸

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    Undercabinet

    Targeted task lighting reduces eye strain and fatigue; touch-free on/off and dimming for infection control; switch-adjustable CCTs. Learn More▸

Flexible Ambient; Pose®

Flexible Ambient; Sconces; Steplights;Undercabinet; Elle™ Ceiling Line; Cove perfect;

Sconces; Steplights; Pose®; Cove Perfect; Beam 3 SurroundLite

Steplights; Sconces; Pose®

Flexible Ambient; Sconces; Steplights; Elle™ Ceiling Line; Pose®; Cove perfect; Beam 3 SurroundLite

Tranquility Sconces

Lighting that aligns with recommended practice

Nurses’ Station Illuminance (Lux) Uniformity
Task Notes Horizontal (Eh) Vertical (Ev) Avg;min
Workplane Eh at 2′-6″ AFF* 500-1000 200-400 2 to 1
Work Station
Day Eh at floor; Ev at 5′ AFF 300-600 200-400 3 to 1
Night Eh at floor; Ev at 5′ AFF 100-200 40-80 3 to 1

To convert lux to foot candles, divide lux value by 10.7
Illuminance levels listed in the charts above represent recommended industry standards for ages ranging from 25 to > 65.

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