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Schneider Electric Launches Next Generation of EcoStruxure

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Schneider Electric empowers customers and partners to augment operations to reach new levels of operational efficiency, sustainability, asset performance and people productivity.

Schneider Electric empowers customers and partners to augment operations to reach new levels of operational efficiency, sustainability, asset performance and people productivity.

Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management and automation, today announced the launch of its next generation EcoStruxure™ architecture and platform to deliver IoT-enabled solutions at scale for building, grid, industry and data centre customers. The enhanced architecture and platform is open, scalable and interoperable, connecting the three core layers of Schneider Electric’s technology stack, from connected products, to edge control, to applications, analytics and services. This next generation EcoStruxure delivers enhanced value around safety, reliability, efficiency, sustainability, and connectivity of IoT-enabled operations.

Next Generation EcoStruxure Delivers Advanced Value
EcoStruxure enables Schneider Electric, its partners and end-user customers to develop scalable and converged IT/OT solutions that deliver innovation at every level to an organisation or enterprise. Leveraging connectivity and data to create controls and actionable business insights, with the combined power of analytics and closed-loop applications, Schneider Electric empowers customers and partners to augment operations to reach new levels of operational efficiency, sustainability, asset performance and people productivity. EcoStruxure fosters open innovation and interoperability and is developed in partnership with leading standards organisations and best-in-class technology leaders.

“EcoStruxure combines our history in pioneering in automation, energy management and deep domain expertise with data-driven metrics and analytics to help us maximise the value of the Internet of Things for our customers,” said Damien Dhellemmes, Country President, Singapore, Schneider Electric. “EcoStruxure gives our customers the platform, architecture and roadmap to quickly and easily implement IoT in an enterprise, extending the benefits of IoT beyond the device layer to create a more intelligent, efficient and secure operation.”

Delivering Innovation at Every Level of the Technology Stack
EcoStruxure builds on Schneider Electric’s long-standing product and system leadership to provide the industry’s most comprehensive portfolio of interoperable and cloud-connected and/or on-premise technologies organised around its three layers of technology innovation:

  • The first layer builds on Schneider Electric’s core competency in developing connected products with embedded intelligence, such as sensors, medium and low voltage breakers, drives and actuators.
  • The Edge Control layer gives organisations the critical capability to manage their operations on-premise as well as from the cloud depending on their needs. This includes connected control platforms with remote access, advanced automation and operator override capabilities. Local control and firewall protection is included to maximise the benefits especially for mission-critical applications.
  • Schneider Electric’s focused investment in R&D and product development in the critical areas of software, analytics and services, coupled with the integration of recent acquisitions such as Invensys, Telvent and Summit Energy forms the third layer of the stack – a portfolio of apps, analytics and services. EcoStruxure enables the most extensive breadth of vendor-agnostic apps, analytics and services on open IP protocols in order to work with any hardware, system, or control.

Delivering Advanced Platform Capabilities
EcoStruxure is designed to meet the core customer challenge of implementing IoT solutions seamlessly, cost-effectively and at scale. The redefined IoT platform bridges the IT/OT gap and connects the three core layers of Schneider Electric’s innovation technology stack to maximise value for customers.

The launch of the EcoStruxure platform provides a secure, IoT-enabled technology backbone with three core technology capabilities:

  • Embedded connectivity and intelligence that enables smart sensing, embedded computing, IP networking and edge analytics
  • A foundation for smart operations to serve as the building blocks for control, management, automaton and optimisation
  • The infrastructure for cloud-connected digital services that enables the delivery of cloud-based connected apps, analytics, services, control and monitoring

Future-proof Reference Architectures
Schneider Electric delivers these efficiency and sustainability solutions to customers through a set of core reference architectures. The architectures build on the company’s deep domain expertise and portfolio and are tested, validated and tailored for its core end markets of Buildings, Grid, Industry and Data Centers, with even more specific architectures also available for industrial plants, industrial machines, and power distribution. The architectures give customers access to documented and standardised system reference designs that can be used in the implementation of interoperable, sustainable, efficient and connected systems.

Schneider Electric also announced that it is working with established partners such as Microsoft and Intel, and new partners who the company will be working with to create or co-create customer solutions and applications. For more information on this ecosystem of partners, see the accompanying press release.

For more information on EcoStruxure, click HERE.

Solar Charging Tables

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Mobile technology is such an essential aspect of modern life, properties must support more mobile charging devices than ever before. Still, finding a comfortable area to recharge outside can be difficult. ConnecTable solar table charging stations are a unique way to address these problems.

Dotted around college campuses throughout the U.S. are students sitting at outdoor tables that include a solar panel canopy.  While doing classwork, they can access the internet, recharge their phones and computers and socialize with other students.

These are attractive, extremely durable tables, forged from structural steel with a sleek architectural look.  Placed in highly trafficked areas without access to electrical outlets, they make a bold, green statement about a campus or a corporate facility.  The tables fit well into the work and lifestyle choices of people who like to get out of the classroom or office and work outside, in natural light and good weather.

New ConnecTable installations can be found at The Savannah Technical college, Albemarle High School (the company’s first high school install) and at AT&T’s Mexico flagship store in an upscale shopping, Class A office and residential district.

Convenient Solar That Makes a Statement

The aesthetic appeal of the ConnecTable is matched by its performance. These self-ballast mounted, solar table charging stations with both USB & 120V charging capabilities are topped with commercial-grade high-power panels that provide superior solar harvest while generating sustainable energy.

Designed and manufactured for a long service life, the ConnecTable requires little to no maintenance, is highly resistant to vandalism, and is the only table on the market with 100% fabricated structural steel base construction, giving it a 90 mph wind rating.

Staying connected in public spaces

ConnecTable solar table charging stations utilize truly off-grid, solar technology to meet the increasing consumer demand for outdoor mobile device charging in public spaces. In a world that relies on constant connectivity, public areas with little-to-no access to the grid often go underutilized.

Whatever the season or weather, the high-capacity battery, charged by the solar modules, reliably performs overnight and through multiple overcast and inclement weather days, assuring that anyone, anywhere can rely on their ConnecTable to power their electronic devices in comfortable convenience.

Easy Installation in less than one day

The ConnecTable will be a statement to feature during campus tours, and will attract the attention of visitors to the school. “Going green” has never been so simple – a half day installation of ConnecTable solar charging stations can help universities get on the path to carbon neutrality.

Many existing school “green funds” provide for projects like the tables because of the sustainable benefits they offer. Businesses who donate tables to the school as a gift may be eligible for tax incentives. CarrierClass Green Infrastructure is committed to helping a campus find the most cost-effective way to decrease its carbon footprint through the installation of ConnecTable solar charging tables.

Depending on your geographical location, corporate campuses, shopping centers and other commercial buyers can use the 30% renewable energy Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for purchase of ConnecTables.

 

Securely fixes and supports during dry construction

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pic1As a specialist for manual clamping tools, BESSEY now offers a solution for securing a wide variety of building materials on the ceiling. The flexible but stable ST telescopic drywall support serves as a helping “extra hand” for safe one-man assembly during dry construction. It is available in three sizes and can handle up to 60 kilograms.

The stable but flexible construction of the new ST telescopic drywall support holds a wide variety of building materials, such as plasterboard, wooden boards, panels, roof battens or metal bars. Even thin construction foils can be quickly, easily and securely fixed to a dust protection wall. The largest version of the BESSEY telescopic drywall support can be extended up to 2.90 metres. The base plates with a size of 8.5 x 6.5 cm have a swivel range of -45° to +45°. This means it can also be used on slopes. A secure grip – even on sensitive surfaces and maximum load – is ensured by the rubberised contact surfaces. The extremely stable steel tube construction of the BESSEY ST telescopic drywall support is resilient up to a maximum of 60 kilograms. An unintentional retraction of the inner tube is prevented by locking the release button.

Easy, quick and safe handlingpic2

Before using the ST telescopic drywall support, make sure that the locking pin on the release button is moved to the left. Only then can the telescopic inner pipe for the presetting be pulled out and locked at the required length. Pushing the locking pin to the right again blocks the release button and secures the inner pipe. Now turn the preset ceiling bracket clockwise using the foam handle until the upper contact surface makes full contact with the work piece and fix it securely in place. To release, turn the bracket anti-clockwise again. As soon as the locking pin has been pushed to the left, the release button can be actuated and the inner pipe retracted. Done!

The ST telescopic drywall support is available in three sizes: The ST125 with an adjustment path of 75 to 125 cm as well as the ST250 with an adjustment path of 145 to 250 cm have a load limit of 60 kg. The ST290 version with an adjustment path of 160 to 290 cm can be loaded with a maximum of up to 50 kg.

T8800 BACnet Touch Screen Thermostat allows room temperature control

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Touch screen thermostat allows user to easily control the HVAC system to maintain desired room temperature

Touch screen thermostat allows user to easily control the HVAC system to maintain desired room temperature

Johnson Controls, a global leader in building technologies and solutions, has launched the T8800 series of thermostats – the first high performance BACnet thermostat designed and produced in Asia to meet the specific needs and requirements of the Asian market. Suited for both commercial and residential applications, the T8800 series is BACnet Testing Laboratory (BTL) listed and compatible with most existing systems and equipment.

The T8800 touch screen fan coil thermostat controls the fan coil with the local temperature to create a comfortable environment. It allows the user to select the temperature units, set points, modes, and different values to control the Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system to maintain the desired room temperature. The optional Occupied/ Unoccupied feature saves energy. The unit is incredibly easy to use, thanks to a highly intuitive user interface and a large LCD touch screen for ease of operation.

 

Key features:

  • Superior connectivity: Allows for up to 100 thermostats to be connected to a single BACnet network
  • Highly customizable: With 6 function keys, users can program the thermostat to their specific needs
  • Wide range of applications: The T8800 series comes in 3-basic models that covers 2 and 4-pipe heating or cooling, and 2-pipe modulating
  • Real-time integrated clock: Displays day of the week and time and includes a timer on/off function (valid within 24h)
  • Energy saving: Features an unoccupied function and an internal memory that retains the last events and parameter settings after a loss of power
  • Ease of installation: Universal mounting with standard wall box allows for quick installation and replacement, minimizing downtime

 

Silestone® N-Boost revolutionises quartz surfaces

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Silestone® N-Boost in iconic white

Silestone® N-Boost in iconic white

Cosentino has revolutionised the field of quartz surfaces once again with the innovative new technological development known as Silestone® N-Boost. The company has been continuously expanding the Silestone® range since its first launch in 1990. The 2017 launch of Silestone® N-Boost is a testament to Cosentino’s continuous innovation.

N-Boost modifies the surface of the material at a molecular level, further enhancing its technical performance and aesthetic properties while making the cleaning and maintenance of Silestone® easier than ever before. N-Boost also achieves a greater intensity of colour and a more intense surface brightness. The improvements which N-Boost offers does not affect the other mechanical properties of the material: high resistance to impact and scratching, manufacture in large size and customised formats, and adaptability to the most wide ranging demands of design and interior architecture.

With the arrival of N-Boost, Cosentino has positioned itself at the forefront of a new era for quartz surfaces.

Two new colours; Iconic Black and Iconic White, created with Silestone® N-Boost, were officially launched in Singapore on 10th March 2017.

The Iconic Black boasts a new and intense shade of black that expresses elegance and adds distinction to any indoor space. Its beauty makes it the ideal choice for ambiances that desire for an emphasis on precision and personality. Thanks to its very sophisticated aesthetics and functionality, Iconic Black is synonymous with purity and excellence – with its deep, intensely black finish, the exquisiteness of its polished texture and its incomparable mechanical properties.

Iconic Black’s beautiful and attractive appearance makes it the most elegant shade in the Silestone® range, offering a wide array of design possibilities that can be a world where quality and beauty go hand in hand.

The other colour – Iconic White is the purest, lightest and brightest white currently available in the world of quartz surfaces. Going even further than the legendary Blanco Zeus by Silestone®, the best selling colour in the brand’s history, the arrival of Iconic White ushers a true revolution.

Iconic White has been created to provide greater luminosity and clarity to the most demanding spaces. The perfect combination of hygiene, purity and amplitude is possible with Iconic White, which also brings personality and differentiation to any private or public project where it is used.

Valentín Tijeras, Product and Innovation Director of Cosentino: “With Silestone® N-Boost we once again take a competitive lead in the market. To achieve the similar results, other manufacturers apply a sealant layer to the surface of the material, at the expense of wear and tear overtime. Stains would also eventually appear. The molecular fusion that we have obtained with Silestone® N-boost lasts forever. The spectacular brightness and intensity of colour we have achieved with this treatment process is without doubt yet another differentiating factor that continues to position us in the vanguard in terms of innovation in the quartz surface sector.”

N-Boost will also be launched in the Silestone® Eternal Collection later this year. During the course of the year this innovative treatment process will be progressively included in all of the brand’s colours, and be available in the complete range of thicknesses for the selected colours.

New anti-solar paint enables 50% cost reduction

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New cost-effective anti-solar paint named X Cool.

New cost-effective anti-solar paint named X Cool.

Singapore’s temperature has risen by more than double the global average rate over the past six decades, according to the Meteorological Service Singapore. To combat the rising heat and high electricity consumption from the overuse of air-conditioning, Singapore’s Ngee Ann Polytechnic researchers have developed a new cost-effective anti-solar paint named X Cool.

 

Comparison with market alternatives

Developed over two years of rigorous testing, this new anti-solar paint is the first to not require a primer before application, enabling cost reductions of up to 50% compared to market alternatives. With this new innovation, the overall temperatures of buildings will be reduced by at least 5°C, lowering electricity consumption in the process.

Current anti-solar paints are highly-flammable, sensitive to mildew, emit high levels of toxic gases, and have poor weather resistance. With a formulation that addresses all these drawbacks, the eSolar-Shield is a game changer in creating a more sustainable Singapore.

X Cool is a heat-reduction water based paint that features a non-toxic formulation with fire-resistant properties. It is developed and manufactured in Singapore, and can help to significantly lower the internal temperature of buildings. It can also be applied on a wide variety of surfaces. The paint has also been duly tested and approved by building consultants, and proven to be both fungus and weathering free.

The anti-solar paint is used on the building façade to offer shielding for buildings warmed by solar heat during daylight hours.

 

Commercially attractive

The project has successfully-attracted commercial interest from five companies. The team is currently working with a local start-up, SPRING Singapore and Building Construction Authority to testbed the anti-solar paint. A trial test with Tan Tock Seng Hospital will be conducted to study the effectiveness of anti-solar paint in combatting moulding on hospital walls.

 

KONE Revolutionises Elevator Maintenance with New Customisable Service Offering

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The launch of 24/7 Connected Services comes a year after KONE and IBM announced a multiyear agreement.

The launch of 24/7 Connected Services comes a year after KONE and IBM announced a multiyear agreement.

KONE, a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, has  launched a unique tailor-made approach for its maintenance services and new 24/7 Connected Services, which uses the IBM Watson IoT (Internet of Things) platform.

The company is bringing new levels of flexibility to elevator maintenance, with the introduction of a fully customisable portfolio of services and advanced tools, designed to meet the individual needs of different customers, such as building owners and facility managers. KONE’s customers will be able to request and customise services to match the specific requirements of their business, their tenants, or their building type, instead of pre-designed service packages.

“With new technologies and connectivity, we are able to even better meet our customers’ changing needs and expectations on speed, transparency and predictability. Our customised approach for maintenance services is designed together with customers, for our customers, to help them to better succeed in their business and add value in totally new ways,” says Henrik Ehrnrooth, President and CEO, KONE.

As part of KONE Care™, KONE has also launched 24/7 Connected Services, which uses the IBM Watson IoT platform and other advanced technologies to bring intelligent services to elevators and escalators. It means a completely new experience for KONE’s customers, with less equipment downtime, fewer faults and detailed information on maintenance work. For people using elevators and escalators, it means less waiting time and more personalised experiences. The system enables vast amounts of data from elevator sensors to be monitored, analyzed and displayed in real-time, improving equipment performance, reliability and safety.

Ehrnrooth continued, “This is just the beginning. With this platform we will be able to bring new services and innovations faster to the market for our customers and consumers. Not only are we able to customise services based on our customers’ individual needs – with better predictability, planning and peace of mind – but we will also bring artificial intelligence for our services, which will help predict and suggest resolutions to potential problems.”

“We are well on our way towards creating a truly intelligent elevator and escalator service platform, which will use Watson’s cognitive capabilities and take elevator and escalator services to a new level.”

The launch of 24/7 Connected Services comes a year after KONE and IBM announced a multiyear agreement in which IBM will provide cloud-based Internet of Things (IoT) technologies and services to drive innovation in the elevator and escalator industry.

Both the new KONE service offering and 24/7 Connected Services have been piloted and introduced in selected markets and will be commercially available broadly during 2017, with roll-out continuing throughout 2018. KONE aims to connect over 1 million additional elevators and escalators to the cloud over the next few years.

To bring a human touch to the technology behind KONE’s 24/7 Connected Services, KONE and IBM have teamed up to demonstrate intelligent services. Discover how different elevators in different countries “talk” to the IBM Watson IoT Platform, live and in real-time HERE.

Piscine Global Asia 2017 Returns to Singapore

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The show will provide the crème de la crème of local and international providers.

The show will provide the crème de la crème of local and international providers.

Piscine Global Asia, a leading Asian swimming pool and wellness event, is coming back to Singapore for the third time and is set to take place on Wednesday, 5 April and Thursday, 6 April, 2017 at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre.

Piscine Global Asia will deliver a dedicated show with a comprehensive and qualitative offer. Exhibitors for the next edition will include construction and installation, pool equipment and accessories, maintenance, protection and security, health and wellness, outdoor equipment, equipment and accessories for around the swimming pool and also services.

Not only will the show provide the crème de la crème of local and international providers, it will also offer events such as Piscine Innovations (a specific area on the show dedicated to exhibit new products), Speed Meeting (a service for exhibitors and visitors to schedule 30 minutes appointments on the show), Pool Vision contest (the greatest pools and spas in Asia will be awarded on and an exhibition of the projects’ photos will be displayed on the show), conferences (a program of trainings on pool and spa topics presented by the exhibitors), the Pool Summit (a special event offering an opportunity to discuss trends and figures in the sector worldwide and to initiate networking between the major companies in the sector and federations/associations) and also a special day with a technical visit.

The 2015 edition saw over 120 exhibitors and brands from 18 countries.

The 2015 edition saw over 120 exhibitors and brands from 18 countries.

The 2015 edition saw over 120 exhibitors and brands from 18 countries. As the premier pool and spa event in the Southeast Asian region, the biggest names in the industry were represented, including Pentair, Australian Innovative Systems, Fluidra, Herborner, Speck Pumpen, Bombas, HornerXpress, Maytronics, Hayward, Heliocol and many more. There were also several local companies, including Advanced Marine, Water Co, Proserv and SG Hardware.

Nearly 1100 visitors from 29 countries attended, included pool construction and installation professionals, pool and spa maintenance companies, general construction companies, distributors, landscapers, architects, public authorities and many more. Visitors from Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and Philippines comprised 14 percent of the market.

For more information, click HERE.

SGK unifies USG Boral Across 12 Different Countries

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The packaging was designed from the ground up, based on the strategic idea of “smart pragmatism”.

The packaging was designed from the ground up, based on the strategic idea of “smart pragmatism”.

SGK, a division of Matthews International Corporation, and a leading global brand development, activation and deployment provider that drives brand performance, has created a global, unified packaging system for USG Boral, the joint venture between Australia’s Boral and USG Corporation.

The $1.6 billion joint venture has brought together a portfolio of leading-edge plasterboard, ceiling and finishing products. To ensure global reach and view, USG Boral engaged SGK to brand its varied processes and brands packaging into one core, consistent master brand. The common goal was to unify 14 categories across 12 markets and 13 businesses into one cohesive efficient packaging system.

Starting with a purpose-built program from insight to execution, the USG Boral and SGK teams conducted extensive audit sessions within the different markets and spoke to a diverse range of stakeholders, architects, builders, contractors, distributors, and end users. The aim was to create a unified portfolio architecture that allows for future premiumisation, whilst optimising brand recognition and product navigation.

The packaging was designed from the ground up, based on the strategic idea of “smart pragmatism”. The result is a design that enables easy navigation of product types through vivid colors and bold typography. A smart set of icons made advanced performance features visible, while the graphic system maximises visual impact for the USG Boral brand.

Adhering to the global design and color guidelines across the core and premium ranges, Anthem Worldwide, part of the brand development group of SGK, led the creative strategy through to production for over 1,300 SKUs in sequenced phases using a cloud-based, graphic management system. This ensured enough flex to respond to multiple markets, languages, cultural nuances and regulations, while bringing technical superiority to life.

SGK’s Client Solutions group engineered solutions for greater design-to-print efficiency, serialisation, anti-counterfeiting and future packaging innovation. Through three launch phases, one global packaging system was achieved in market with the strength and flexibility to build brand consistency while responding to local needs.

“Our partnership with SGK has been a fascinating journey in designing a new, cohesive packaging system for our diverse portfolio across the APAC and Middle East markets.

The system manages to convey the union of USG Boral’s premium positioning and best-in-class building products technology, manufacturing and distribution footprint. We are now becoming ONE USG Boral across 12 different markets and cultures throughout Asia, Australia and the Middle East.” – Jeremy Verstraete, Marketing Director, USG Boral. USG Boral is currently being rolled out in 12 markets including Australia, China and Korea.

Philips Lighting to Deliver Unrivalled “Fans-First” Experience at New Perth Stadium

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Perth Stadium is the first full LED-lit multi-purpose stadium implementation in the APAC region. Image courtesy of Philips.

Perth Stadium is the first full LED-lit multi-purpose stadium implementation in the APAC region. Image courtesy of Philips.

Philips Lighting has just announced the largest LED stadium lighting system of its type for Australia’s newest sporting venue, Perth Stadium. The stadium plans to use LED lighting to support its mission to become the premier, multi-purpose venue in the southern hemisphere.

As part of the West Australian Government’s ‘fans-first’ approach for the stadium, it demonstrates the lighting design capabilities, which Philips Lighting can bring to a project of this scale. The holistic LED stadium lighting system includes more than 15,000 controllable LED light fittings that are managed through a control platform. It has the flexibility to create a completely immersive lighting experience for the venue with a capacity of 60,000, making it ideal for a variety of events.

The lighting has the flexibility to create a multi-purpose arena for fans to watch anything from their home football and cricket teams to world-famous rock concerts. Music and lighting can be merged together in advance by the lighting operator for seamless implementation to create visually stunning pre-match light shows. In addition, the LED floodlights meet the requirements for HDTV broadcasting standards for sports lighting.

Chris Palandri, Regional Director for Multiplex, the stadium builder, said, “LED stadium lighting is an integral part of the plan to make Perth Stadium the premier multi-purpose venue in, not only Western Australia, but also the entire southern hemisphere. The lighting will be crucial to delivering an amazing fan experience whether it’s for Australian Rules Football, cricket, a rock concert, or for a completely different type of event. The stadium will represent a beacon for the entire community.”

The venue showcases the Philips ArenaExperience capability. The centerpiece is the Philips ArenaVision LED pitch lighting system comprising LED floodlights and a control panel. This system can be synchronized with external lighting consoles for other types of lightshows and events. The stadium façade and roof canopy will be lit by Philips’ Colour Kinetics architectural LED lighting with connected LED light points that can be easily controlled.

An artist's impression of the new Perth Stadium. Image courtesy of Philips.

An artist’s impression of the new Perth Stadium. Image courtesy of Philips.

The roof canopy acts as a giant canvas upon which spectacular light shows can be created with patterns and imagery via the connected light points. Philips Lighting also provided LED lighting for offices and hospitality areas inside the stadium.

David Gardner, general manager, Philips Lighting ANZ said, “On completion, this project will be Philips Lighting`s largest complete LED stadium implementation in the world, and the largest LED multi-purpose stadium lighting implementation of its type in the world. The scale of the project really demonstrates how seriously Australians take their sport and events. We at Philips Lighting are proud to install this world-class LED stadium lighting system together with Multiplex, the stadium builder, for the enjoyment of fans.”

The Stadium will be used for, amongst others, Australian Rules Football, Cricket, Rugby Union and Rugby League, Soccer and entertainment events. It is scheduled to open in time for the start of the 2018 Australian Rules Football season. a train and bus station, as well as a pedestrian bridge connection across the Swan River to the city centre will service the facility. Find out more HERE.