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WC towns get LED streetlighting upgrade

he picturesque Western Cape towns of Ashton and Montagu African designed and manufactured LED streetlight provides all
have undergone an LED streetlighting upgrade, where old the advantages of LED technology. The LEDLUME range offers
THID technology was replaced with an energy-efficient LED flexible combinations of LED modules, and a choice of currents and
lighting solution. dimming options to further maximise energy savings and provide
BEKA Schréder has supplied the LED lighting solution for this the most cost-effective solution.
upgrade and has assisted in uplifting the two towns and increasing
the safety at night in the areas. Montagu
Montagu is situated 12 km north-east from Ashton, in the Western
Ashton Little Karoo, and is a popular tourist destination. It is known for its
The small town of Ashton has undertaken a streetlighting upgrade. hot mineral springs and scenic mountains and is also an agricultural
This tied in with the construction of the new Ashton Arch Bridge, centre.
which is South Africa’s first concrete tied arch bridge constructed BEKA Schréder’s ALBANY LED streetlights have been installed
using a transverse launching method. along Long Road. This luminaire has been chosen due to its
The bridge is located on Main Road, crossing the Cogmanskloof aesthetic look. Inspired by the Victorian lanterns, the ALBANY LED
River, connecting Ashton and Montagu, and marks the beginning streetlight luminaire is designed to bring a touch of heritage with
of “Route 62”, an important tourist destination and national road. modern technology. This classic luminaire offers quality lighting,
Thousands of tons of metal and concrete were moved over a 24 m significant energy savings and a low carbon footprint.
distance to replace the old bridge that was built in the 1930s. BEKA Schréder locally develops and manufactures energy-
The FOCUS and LEDSTREAM floodlights illuminate the efficient LED lighting products, designed and suitable for local
arch of the bridge. These floodlights have been designed and conditions.
manufactured in South Africa, taking the continent’s harsh The company says it is proud to be associated with AECOM
environmental conditions into account. Due to the nature of LED Cape Town and VE Reticulation in providing a successful LED
technology, high-energy savings, excellent colour rendering, a long lighting solution for this project.
lifetime and reduced maintenance costs will be achieved.
The bridge’s road and most of Ashton’s main roads have been Contact Grant Kemp, BEKA Schréder, Phone 021 510-8900,
upgraded with BEKA Schréder’s LEDLUME-MAXI. This South- ct@beka-schreder.co.za

BEKA Schréder’s luminaires illuminate the new Ashton Arch Bridge

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