Duralec is the fastest-growing and leading supplier of LED lighting solutions in the Midwest, and the greater Chicago area, supplying an array of high-quality, energy-efficient LED lights, fixtures, and electrical supplies to commercial, industrial and retail clients. The company that has made Chicago its home, has expanded as a result of a great community, and highly qualified workforce always looking for ways to improve its services, exceeding its customer expectations, and aims to make Duralec become a one-stop shop for any indoor and outdoor lighting requirement.

Extensive inventory and expert staff

Duralec Products

Innovative and forward-looking, Duralec continuously performs research and development of efficient lighting and stocks its distribution line with new and improved LED lighting technologies.

The LED lights brought to you by Duralec are:

• Certified energy-efficient - Certified and DLC-listed to be energy efficient using at least 75% less energy.
• Long-lasting - Lasts 25 times longer (at least 50,000 hours) than traditional bulbs.
• Bright and cool - Duralec LED lights give off 3500K-5000K brightness, the highest lumen output for the same amount of energy. The lights are housed in heatsink materials that absorb and dissipate heat for a cooler space.
• Eligible for the longest warranties - Each LED fixture is backed by a 5-Year Warranty.
• Safe and secure - Each LED unit is UL-certified safe from the risk of fire and RoHs certified free from hazardous chemicals.
• Weatherproof and shatterproof - Outdoor LED fixtures are IP65-certified safe from external vibrations, dust, and water.

The lighting system management and controls offered are:

• Basic Manual controls - Basic wall switches and covers for manual control of a wired network of lights.
• Advanced network lighting controls - PoE (controlled and powered by Ethernet cables ) or IoT-enabled luminaires (Bluetooth or Wireless Internet) allows lights to be monitored and controlled remotely, which allows for greater flexibility in lighting management.
• Automated controls - Sensors to help save energy by only having lights on when needed. Motion sensors turn lights on based on movement in the area, Occupancy sensors turn lights on based on people present, and Photocell sensors turn lights on or off based on the time of day and dim lights based on the amount of daylight.
• Variety of mounting devices - Relatively simple mounting and installation with most LED packages including out-of-the-box mounting accessories and installation instructions. Additional mounting accessories are available to accommodate the placement of fixtures on any surface.
• Cable organization cases - From small cases that can be mounted on a wall to larger floor-standing models, Duralec offers a variety of cable management cases to keep your LED lighting system cables organized and safe.

Duralec Manufacturers 

Duralec delivers and supports lighting solutions from 50 different manufacturers. This gives customers more options for any project, size, and scope, than any other distributor in the Midwest.

Duralec Services

Duralec's team of expert lighting consultants prides itself on providing the best possible lighting solutions for its clients and partners by taking into account all aspects of the project, from the initial design to field testing, to the final installation ensuring that the new lighting system is both efficient and aesthetically pleasing. 

• Onsite inspection of the space for an initial estimate of requirements based on the amount of space, the type of structure, the number of occupants, levels of activities/work tasks, and the amount of natural light.
• Formulate a lighting plan based on the lighting requirements, placement, and design of fixtures, and make adjustments as needed.
• Onsite testing of proposed lighting fixtures to determine energy consumption, light output, and recommended applications.
• Guidance on retrofitting light fixtures on your facility or home without making changes to the existing wiring or installing additional ones.
• Complete product specifications and detailed reports with recommended options for improvement and estimated savings.
• Adhere to building codes and illumination standards imposed by the state e.g. OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration).
• After-sales support and training on how to use and maintain fixtures and controls safely.

Duralec Shipping Guarantee

• 1-2 day deliveries within the greater Chicago area.
• Same-day pickup from the Shaumburg warehouse for orders placed until 1PM. 
• Free Shipping for orders over $1000.

Duralec Partnership Programs

Duralec offers a partnership program for electrical contractors, ESCO providers, lighting designers, and distributors. Duralec works with critical decision-makers on designing, planning, and conducting energy analysis to help provide their clients with the best lighting solution. With extensive experience in applicable utility rebates and incentives, Duralec helps qualify their partners and maximize their energy savings.

Contact Duralec Today!

Duralec is proud to be the Midwest's leading lighting distributor, offering solutions from 50 different manufacturers, committed to providing customers with the best possible options for their projects - no matter the size or scope. Contact Duralec today to find out how they can help you turn your projects in on time and under budget! 

High bay lights are used in various industrial applications, including manufacturing plants, factories, gymnasiums, or facilities with ceilings as high as 20-40 feet. Typical high bay lighting includes metal halide and fluorescent bulbs which require a lot of energy to produce light, costs more money to maintain, and have a relatively short lifespan. Most industrial lights are housed in galvanized steel, which lacks heat sink properties, causing bulbs to overheat and fail and warm up the space.

By using less energy to produce the same amount of light, Duralec's industrial high bay LED lights help reduce your overall energy costs. In addition, these LED high bay fixtures are housed in aviation-grade aluminum, which has exceptional heat sink properties (absorbing heat and dissipating it), protecting the circuitry and LEDs. All Intrinsix High Bay Lights brought to you by Duralec, emit very little heat, keeping your facility cooler, thereby reducing air conditioning costs.

Why Intrinsix LED High Bay Lights

Intrinsix High Bay Lights brought to you by Duralec are certified and listed by the DLC as energy-efficient and cost-effective commercial lighting.

• Bright at 5000K color temperature resembling daylight for optimal illumination, increased security, safety, and productivity.
• Engineered to have exceptional heat dissipation properties.
• Dimmable for lowered energy consumption in places with access to natural light during the day.
• Daylight Harvesting Sensor determines the amount of natural light available and adjusts the light distribution.
• Occupancy Sensor determines if there are occupants in the area - whether there is significant movement or not.
• Optional Motion PIR Sensor turns off the fixture in empty spaces and turns it on when movement and heat are detected (unaffected by gusts of wind).
• Optional Emergency Backup Battery provides 90 minutes of light during power outages to help the occupants find their way through the aisles and out of the facility.
• 2835 SMD LED technology for the same energy input and more lumen output.
• 3 types of high bay lights for high-altitude spaces and spaces with or without access to natural light.
• Follows DLC NLC5 standards for lighting control systems.

Bay Lights for Facilities with Little to No Natural Light

Duralec UFO Round LED High Bay Lights are ideal light sources for retail stores with high ceilings, workshops, storage areas, and displays.

• Wide 120-degree beam angle. Perfect as a task light for areas that require focused lighting.
• 150lm/w output (equivalent to 600W halogen lamp)
• From 100W to 120W
• Includes built-in hook and 3-foot power cable.
• Optional Motion PIR Sensor and Emergency Backup Battery.

Advanced Lighting Controls

Intrinsix High Bay Lights adheres to DLC NLC5 requirements for efficient network lighting controls.

• Manual on/off and dimming controls - various wall switches and controllers are offered for manual control of a group of lights in a wired network in a room or area.
• Occupancy-based on/off and dimming control - several fixtures have embedded occupancy sensors to turn lights on/off or adjust the amount of light based on the people present - whether or not there is movement.
• Daylight-based on/off and dimming control - several fixtures have embedded photocell sensors for daylight harvesting to turn lights on/off or adjust the amount of light based on the amount of daylight available.
• Motion-based on/off and dimming controls - a group of fixtures can be wired to one or more PIR motion sensors to turn lights on/off based on the movement in the area. With 360-degree coverage, a single sensor (installed in a corner or the center) is enough to control a group of lights on a wired network in a room or area.
• Digital-panel on/off and dimming controls - Most LED lights are digital in nature, individually addressable/controllable, and can be connected to respond to wired or wireless digital light controls.

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Looking for a way to brighten up your facility and save? Intrinsix High Bay Lighting is a great option! Contact us to learn more about how we can help you achieve the perfect level of lighting for your space.

The Intrinsix Eclipse Wall Pack Lights are long-lasting, weatherproof outdoor protective wall lights designed to provide visibility to the outside areas of residential and commercial premises. These outdoor lights illuminate well on their own and complement security cameras and existing outdoor lighting (flood lights or motion sensor lights) on a building or property for an additional layer of security. 

Brighter than most, energy-efficient, and low-maintenance, the Eclipse Series lights are easily the best outdoor security lights and the cost-effective alternative to HID and HPS exterior lamps used today.

Security Lights for Warehouse and Parking Lots

Security Lights for Building Exteriors and Pathways

Security Lights for Homes and Residences

Eclipse Mini Wall Pack Lights - Illuminate your outdoor spaces and keep your home safe with these super bright mini wall packs. These lights are triggered by built-in photocells that turn the lights on when it gets dark, keep them on all night, and then turn them off all day if within light detection range. 

It gives off a bright white light enough to light both residential and commercial spaces, deterring any intruders by giving the illusion of occupancy. These dusk-to-dawn lights may be used to replace a range of motion detection and battery-powered lights.

Recommended applications:

• Patio
• Driveways
• Garages
• Lawn and Gardens
• Courtyards
• Walkways
• Anywhere around your home
• Shops / Retail Spaces
• Hotels / Bed and Breakfast

Recommended installations:

• Over the main doors and back doors
• Over porches and verandas
• Over pools and lawns

Enhanced security for less than half the cost

• Weatherproof - These fixtures are built to stand harsh weather conditions. The casing is a die-cast aluminum heat sink that can stand extreme outdoor heat. Each unit is IP65 rated to withstand dust, water, and moisture.
• Shatterproof - Each unit is built to withstand external vibrations. The bulbs are covered with a prismatic polycarbonate lens (30x stronger than glass and 5x stronger than acrylic).
• Long-lasting - With more than a 50,000-hour lifespan, a unit that runs for 24 hours will get you around 6 years and up to 17 years if on for 8 hours a day.
• Bright quality LED - LUMILED-type LED technology with best lumen output than other lights available on the market.
• Easy to install - Simple installation instructions and included mounting accessories for fast installation without requiring an electrician.
• Safe and non-toxic - These security lights provide light without any measurable radiation that is harmful to humans.
• Different Watt Options to Choose From - Wide selection of wattage than other outdoor LED security lights offer.
• Complements security cameras and existing lighting - Works best with or replaces LED floodlights, solar lights, and motion-activated area lights.
• Offers a wide variety of lighting applications - Apart from exterior lighting, these commercial LEDs help keep indoor parking spaces and garages, pathways, and work areas without natural lighting safe and secure.
• Dusk to Dawn Options - Mini wall packs have built-in photocells to keep security outside of your home at night. The mini wall packs are the best option for home security.

Let us help you make an informed decision

Visit DURALEC.com for Intrinsix Eclipse Wall Pack Lights prices and availability.

Let us help you choose which LED outdoor security lighting gives the most value for your money. Check out other security lighting fixtures, motion detectors, outdoor LED flood lights, and other exterior LED continuous lighting for security. Contact us today.

Planning to upgrade to LED lighting from traditional fluorescent/incandescent fixtures? Here are the top 10 benefits of Strata LED Troffer Lights for various lighting projects and applications.

10: New Standard for Commercial LED Lighting

LED troffer lighting is the current standard for energy-efficient lighting for spaces that require quality LED recessed lighting and/or suspended lighting. Duralec's Strata LED Troffer Lights raises the standards of LED lighting technology with its excellent light output, better quality of light, and better lighting performance making it the perfect choice for office, retail space, and warehouse lighting.

9: High Illumination Efficacy

Another benefit of LED lighting is its high illumination efficacy. The quality of light in an establishment affects the volume of people and businesses that stay within them. Employees become more productive in well-lit environments, increasing employment and retention, while businesses begin to thrive resulting in longer tenancy. 

At 130lm/w (lumen per watt), LED light bulbs give off 30% more light than fluorescent light fixtures, incandescent lights, and other LED products. Duralec LED bulbs are tried, tested, and DLC-listed to emit light in all directions evenly.

8: Watt Switchable Lighting Options

Strata LED Troffer Lights come in 2 sizes (2X2 and 2X4 LED) and each has 3 wattage options in the same troffer fixture. This LED technology allows you to select the intensity of the light as needed - something that cannot be adjusted with incandescent light bulbs, fluorescent fixtures, and other types of single-watt LEDs.

7: Brightness and Color Options

6: Designed to Reflect More Light

The Central Hanging Basket design distributes more light from the lamp to a broader space than other LED troffers. The wide-angle aluminum trough casts minimal to no shadows and acts as a support and reflector for the lamp, which makes LED lighting more efficient.

5: Optional Motion Sensor and Emergency Backup

What sets Strata LED Troffer Lights apart from what other types of LED lighting offer, are options to add motion sensors and emergency backup. Motion sensors automatically set the light off in empty spaces. Emergency backup automatically sets the lights on emergency mode during power outages. Tried and tested switches and drivers guarantee that each fixture is safe and won't cause fires.

4: Certified Safe and Efficient Lighting Technology

It is well-known that LED lights use significantly less energy than fluorescent and incandescent bulbs. However, not all new LED lights are the same. Duralec LED lights are tried, tested, and certified to be energy efficient (DLC Listed), free from hazardous materials (RoHS compliant), free from the risk of fire (UL Certified), and approved for the US market (ETL and FCC Certified), built up from the existing technology of LED lights.

3: Thin, Lightweight, and Easy to Install

Lightweight materials and built-in T-bar clips make for easy, safe, and secure installation of LED retrofit fixtures. Installing LED lights for indoor and outdoor lighting can be done in several ways - drop or grid ceiling, drywall recessed, surface recessed or suspended - making it the perfect option for office lighting, warehouse lighting, and other commercial lighting spaces.

2: LED Lighting Systems Increase Rebate Eligibility

The benefits of LED lighting are more than just lowering the energy cost and saving businesses money. Using LED lights makes businesses and buildings eligible for government energy certification and rebates available in their state.

1: Significant Annual Energy Savings

Energy-efficient and cost-effective lighting products are the main reason LED lights have proliferated since LED light production began in the 2010s. With Duralec LED fixtures, you get more than 70% in year-round energy savings compared to other conventional lights in the market. Each fixture has a 50,000 lifespan and a 5-Year Warranty for even more savings.

Switch to LED Lighting Now

Strata LED Troffer Lights are available at Duralec.com. For more LED lighting solutions, check out Duralec's line of LED High Bay Lights, LED Panel Lights, and LED Flood Lights to see how they fit into your lighting needs.

Daylight Saving Time (some refer to as Daylight Savings Time) ends this Sunday, November 6, 2022, at 2 a.m. As we fall back and change the clocks back one hour, households, offices, and industries get ready to adjust to the new start and end hours of daily tasks for the fall months. Many businesses change their schedule to avoid the clock change, leading to missed opportunities. Businesses have also reported a surge in energy usage while observing daylight saving time, rather than energy usage being cut down and saved.

How Daylight Saving Time Affects People and Businesses

Daylight Saving Time Effect on People

Most people are more productive during the spring and summer days because they have more daylight hours to work with. During these months, they wake up an hour earlier, gaining them an hour of sunlight for other activities. During the fall months, they set the clocks forward, earning them an hour of sleep but losing one hour of light before going to bed. Many find that the change in time and lighting disrupts their sleep patterns, resulting in decreased productivity and health problems.

Daylight Saving Time Effect on Businesses

Daylight saving time has a more visible impact on businesses with many employees and large spaces that require efficient lighting systems. During the spring months, the extra hour of sunlight after their routine encourages people to stay outdoors to dine and shop. Businesses keep up by lighting the spaces and extending the hours, resulting in a significant jump on their electric bill.

How Dimmable Lights Save Energy and Alleviate the Effects of DST Time Change

Lighting that adapts to time change greatly improves the health and well-being of occupants in any setting. Dimmable lights mimic the warm, natural light of the golden hour in the morning and evening, and the full spectrum of direct light in the daytime, allowing people’s eyes to adjust as their body clocks do. 

Duralec's line of dimmable lights is suitable for residential and commercial spaces and provides options for adjusting brightness, color temperature, and wattage. Each has a range of brightness and temperature that resembles golden hour (from 3500K) and direct sunlight (up to 5000K). 

Duralec Dimmable Light Product Line

Duralec Troffer Lights

Watt-switchable from 24-36W, Troffer Lights are perfect for grid ceilings, small offices, and small retail spaces.

Duralec LED Panel Lights

From 120W with Tri-color and Adjustable Brightness options, LED Panel Lights are perfect for wide offices, restaurants, and retail spaces.

Duralec Bay Lights

From 100W with Linear and UFO Shapes, Bay Lights are perfect for warehouses, auditoriums, indoor sports areas, indoor gardens, and large retail spaces.

Energy savings by switching to Duralec lights

• Up to 75% year-round savings while alleviating the effect of daylight saving time!
• Optional Motion Sensors (Bay Lights) for switching off the lights automatically in empty spaces for more savings!
• Switchable Wattage (Troffer Lights) saves more energy than single-wattage lights!
• All lights are energy efficient and DLC-listed, making sure that spaces are kept bright while consumption remains low.
• All lights are tested for safety - RoHS compliant (free from hazardous materials), UL Certified (free from the risk of fire), and ETL and FCC Certified (approved for the US market).
• All lights are ensured with a 5-Year Warranty.

Sunshine Protection Act of 2022

With the Sunshine Protection Act of 2022 passed, states in the US will have a year-round Daylight Saving Time, excluding Hawaii, most of Arizona, and those who observe year-round Standard Time. Daylight saving time would begin on the spring forward on March 2023 and would last permanently. Those who conform will set their clocks ahead for the last time and will no longer reset the clocks as they do with DST. This means that everyone will have an extra hour of daylight before bedtime.

Whether DST is observed or not, it doesn't necessarily affect the length of daylight in the spring and autumn months. The longer daylight in the spring and summer, and the shorter daylight in the autumn and winter still have effects - favorable and adverse - on people and businesses.

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Duralec stands by its mission to bring real value to its customers. The lighting experts at Duralec are here to help you find the best solution for your adjustable and energy-efficient lighting requirements.