LIGHTING
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At the end of the day ( literally ), a good lighting system is one of the factors that lends itself to the overall experience at a facility , whether on the field or in the stands . It brightens up the field , and provides better visibility and a higher resolution for photos and videos . Additionally , it extends the playing day and allows any facility to host more games and create a better economic return for the owner . No matter what the use of the field , however , it is essential to research various lighting vendors and check references prior to deciding upon any system . Ask questions , talk to colleagues and find out what they have to say about the systems they decided to purchase . Even better , go to a game and see it in action . It may be the deciding factor . But always do your research .
“ The industry offers a variety of options and design characteristics in the LED market ,” said Dawson . “ With a significant savings in energy cost and the elimination of costly HID lamp or ballast changes , the switch to LED can be a net positive on the owner ’ s budget .” SFM
Mary Helen Sprecher wrote this article on behalf of the American Sports Builders Association ( ASBA ). More information on design , construction , amenities and accessories can be found in the ASBA publication , Sports Fields : A Construction and Maintenance Manual . For more information , visit www . sportsbuilders . org .
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