High-intensity dischargelampdefinition

We trace our beginnings back to the W.F. Blynn Company that was established in Colorado in 1937 representing housewares and lighting. As the lighting component continued to grow over the ensuing years with the addition of brands, such as Halo Lighting in 1962, it became apparent the need to start creating separate channels for the business. This occurred in 1972 with the launch of Illumination Systems as a DBA of the Blynn Company.

The success story of our company has been based on a growing and loyal client base, the continuing development of the services we provide and most important skilled, knowledgeable, and dedicated staff.

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In 1981, Illumination Systems was set up as an independent corporation ending the 44 year association with the Blynn Company.

High-intensity discharge (HID) lamps produce light through an electric arc between tungsten electrodes housed inside an arc tube. They create more visible light per unit of power than fluorescent and incandescent lamps. Different types of HID lamps use various chemistries in the arc tube to achieve desired light characteristics, including mercury vapor, metal halide, sodium vapor, and xenon short-arc lamps. HID lamps are commonly used when large amounts of bright, energy efficient lighting is required, such as in warehouses, stadiums, and outdoor areas. They provide benefits like higher visibility, longer lifespan, and greater energy efficiency compared to traditional lighting. However, HID systems can also be expensive and produce extremely bright light.Read less