Plain sailing at the Arab Marine Academy, Khorfakkan

The Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport (AASTMT) at Khorfakkan in the Sharjah Emirate have installed energy saving luminaires from Luceco. The Academy is an affiliate of the Arab League in Egypt and specialises in marine transport science and technology, international shipping logistics and maritime law. In partnership with energy partner MLTC, Luceco provided an energy efficient lighting solution and supplied Carbon downlights, Eco LuxPanel, FType downlights, Atlas bulkheads and Climate luminaires throughout the facility.

The FType downlight family includes FType Fixed, FType Adjustable, FType Dim2Warm and FType Colour Change, all comprising of low glare crystalline lens and die-cast aluminium thermal rod heatsink, with speed and ease of installation guaranteed due to Clip & Fit and Speed Fit wiring. FType is also I-Joist certified in accordance with BS 476-21 for 30 minute I-Joist ceiling applications. Super-efficient Samsung LED chips deliver 100Llm/cW, with FType also offering leading and trailing edge dimming compatibility as standard.

Luceco has just launched the new FType Compact Fire Rated Downlight offering IP65 on fixed optics, and compliance to Air leakage Part C and acoustic Part E of the building regulations, as well as a 5 year warranty. Specifically designed for low ceiling voids, this latest addition to the FType family combines premium features with a versatile slimline construction. Insulation coverable and offering a range of colour temperatures, the new compact FType is available in 4W and 6W options with Flat, Regressed or Adjustable optics.