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Fjord leads the way – with optimized optics and fewer points of installation
When Fagerhult now launches Fjord – a bollard in two heights and with several light distributions – new opportunities are available when lighting outdoor environments. The luminaire meets high demands on efficiency and installation without compromising on either lighting design or aesthetics.Fjord is an efficient and expressive bollard for parks, recreation areas, and gardens, as well as streets, footpaths, and cycle paths. The luminaire also meets the outdoor environment’s high energy efficiency and aesthetics demands – and is easy to handle during installation and maintenance.“The idea behind Fjord was to design a bollard that suits different types of outdoor environments and goes well with other luminaires. The clean lines add a design element, and the optics are optimized to provide good lighting in parks, along paths and other urban outdoor environments,” says Håkan Sehler, product manager, Fagerhult.The bollard is available in two heights and with two top shades, creating new possibilities for lighting and visual expression. The high efficiency also allows for longer distances between each luminaire, resulting in fewer installation points and, ultimately, lower costs.Symmetrical and asymmetrical light distribution. Fjord provides a reduced proportion of light pollution in the night sky with optional integrated night dimming, optimized light distribution, and a light source close to the ground. Fjord is also available with both symmetrical and asymmetrical light distribution.“The optics are of the highest quality and a result of our development work. The lenses provide an even light distribution without shadows at the base of the bollard or light reflections along the post,” says Håkan Sehler. Fjord is available with two different top shades. The higher provides a salient light distribution and is well visible at longer distances, creating natural navigation points and a good guiding light along pedestrian or cycle paths. The lower top shade has a more discreet expression where the light source is hidden and creates a guiding light without the risk of glare.“Throughout the development process, we have focused on aesthetics and optics, but in outdoor environments installation and maintenance are essential. The bollard can be mounted in several ways, and for foundation installation, we recommend our Multitube attachment tube. It requires no wedges, so the bollard is always at perfect ground level. An installation hatch is also available as an option, facilitating installation and making it easier to check the luminaire over time,” concludes Håkan Sehler.
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Fagerhult explores circular process in aluminium recycling pilot project
In a pilot project, Fagerhult and Hydro Extrusion Sweden have explored circular processes for the reuse of aluminium – focusing on efficiency and preserved material properties. With the goal of reusing high-quality, extruded aluminium from end-of-life luminaires in the future, Fagerhult, together with Hydro, has explored the possibility of circular models in a pilot project.“Many of our luminaires have an aluminium body, and we want to ensure that they can be optimally recycled without losing the quality or properties of the material. In collaboration with Hydro Extrusion Sweden, we are now exploring how we can close the loop,” says Niclas Thulin, Head of Sustainability at Fagerhult.Recycling in a new lightThe pilot project was initiated in connection with Norwegian Property's ambition to achieve more efficient energy use at Snarøyveien 30 in Oslo. Fagerhult then saw an opportunity to reclaim a large number of Notor luminaires, and the possibilities of recycling and circular processes were explored.“Reuse was not possible, but since there were a larger number of luminaires, we wanted to make the best use of the material,” explains Niclas Thulin. “When extruded aluminium luminaires are recycled, it is common for the material’s properties to undergo downgrading, and then be used in die casting, for example. In this project, we wanted to close the loop and ensure the qualities of the material by allowing the original producer to process the material again. The pilot project resulted in the aluminium being melted down and reshaped, Niclas Thulin continues. Throughout the pilot project, the focus has been on circular processes and sustainable innovations. The goal has been to take new steps beyond the norm and the expected – and to overcome the major challenge of recycling used extruded aluminium – while preserving material properties.“Aluminium is a uniquely durable metal that can be recycled almost endlessly, but like all materials, it needs to be handled responsibly,” says Kristian Frisk, Account Manager at Hydro Extrusion Sweden. “Together, we were now able to recycle the equivalent of 1,300 kg of aluminium in the pilot project, but the big gain is the insights we will take to future projects.”Long-term solutionsWith a long-term perspective and an aspiration to contribute to sustainable development, Fagerhult has pushed the boundaries of what was previously possible and taken a major step towards meeting the demand for new circular solutions.“Together with Hydro Extrusion Sweden, we have closed the chain and demonstrated that it is possible to create new circular processes where all our aluminium luminaires can be handled circularly in the future,” concludes Thulin.
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