A client recently had a problem with GU10 LED lamps which he purchased from us. The lamps were working perfectly when switched on, but flashed occasionally when switched off. We were confident that the lights were fine, but we struggled to understand the cause of the problem. Obviously, the capacitor was discharging accumulated charge - but the power source was a mystery. Our client investigated further and found an explanation which may be of interest to others who encounter the same issue. Read on to discover what he found....

To maximize efficiency here at LightPlanet, we run the business on a web-based platform. The software runs all of our main business functions, from accounting through stock management, order processing, marketing, purchasing and other back office processes all the way through to our web site. It's a very clever system called Brightpearl and the guys who build it have just received new investment.

One of the key benefits of LED lights is that they don't produce heat - isn't it? Well, yes and no. It is true that LEDs produce far less heat than comparable Halogen lamps, but they still do produce a small amount of intense heat at the Thermal Junction.If this heat is not managed properly, it can cause catastrophic damage to the LED.

LED lighting is an emerging implementation of exciting new technology and the market is already crowded with products - some of them excellent, but many of them poorly designed. So what is it that makes an LED light work well in a general lighting environment? In this article, we take a quick look at some of the performance features of LED chips.

A new support programme aimed at helping businesses to reduce emissions through improved efficiency is gradually being rolled out throughout the UK.

5000 UK enterprises are now committed to the Carbon Reduction Commitment scheme, which is being implemented by the Department for the Environment.