Germany is initiating a trend in Europe – with the first highway service area equipped with brilliant modern LED lighting at the A24 in Walsleben, the Federal Ministry of Traffic is setting international standards. LED street lighting is the future technology - as they are remarkably lighter, more energy-efficient and have longer lifetime. Security is enhanced as dark areas and long shadows belong to the past. The pilot project in Walsleben East will demonstrate the superior performance of LED technology.
In this future oriented market with high growth potential, the Ministry is betting on a luminous source from Germany that is technically advanced. The lamps installed in Walsleben service area have been developed in Germany, the modules (Lightengine by Lumenova) are manufactured in Esslingen, Germany, and the completed lamps are supplied by 2KMoxa Lighting in Thuringia.
In the coming years, about one third of the existing street lightings will be replaced by more energy efficient alternatives. Following the success in Walsleben, the LED development in Germany provides a solution to light up streets, both domestic and international.
About PSI Group
PSI Group develops, manufactures and supplies innovative lighting solutions based on Light Emitting Diodes (LED). Major segments are street lighting and exterior lighting. Lumenova GmbH as part of the PSI group is supplying so called “Lightengines” to manufacturers of street lighting and to the affiliated company 2K Moxa Lighting. LED lighting has clear advantages for the customer: it offers double-digit energy reduction, is nearly maintenance free thus impressively reducing operating expenses.
The development of innovative Lightengines for lighting purposes at streets, large squares, pedestrian crossings and bicycle paths is protected by patent applications. LED light source, optical distribution and electronic steering are integrated into a closed system cassette.
PSI Group is a young technology company which emerged from the former Panasonic picture tube factory as management buy-out. The longtime knowhow in advanced manufacturing technology and electronic systems is the basis for the development of innovative products in highest quality and sustainable customer benefits.