At Baird, Hampton & Brown (BHB), we pride ourselves on providing innovative engineering solutions that drive efficiency and sustainability. As our long-time client, Mouser Electronics, embarked on a 416,000-square-foot expansion project in Dallas-Fort Worth, we helped them prioritize sustainability through advanced Power over Ethernet (PoE) lighting technology.
Project Highlights
Mouser Electronics, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is celebrating its 60th year with a major expansion, adding to its already impressive 1-million-square-foot distribution center. This new facility integrates a state-of-the-art PoE lighting system, designed to optimize energy use and reduce the company’s carbon footprint. Benefits of the PoE system include:
- Sustainability and Efficiency: The PoE lighting system uses low-voltage DC power, reducing energy consumption by up to 20% by eliminating AC-to-DC conversion losses. This system also minimizes the use of materials like copper and steel, significantly cutting down on environmental impact.
- Advanced Lighting Control: Centralized software allows for easy control and adjustment of thousands of lighting fixtures, improving operational flexibility and energy tracking.
- Cost Savings and Reliability: By using PoE, Mouser avoids the high failure rates of conventional AC drivers and reduces maintenance costs. The low-voltage installation also simplifies reconfigurations without the need for electricians, offering substantial labor and material savings.
- Innovative Infrastructure: The system includes thousands of PoE-ready fixtures, optimized with integrated sensors for motion and daylight. This not only enhances energy efficiency but also provides detailed insights into energy consumption.
Collaborative Success
Our partnership with Trico Electric and Sinclair Digital Services ensured the deployment of a robust, scalable PoE lighting system. The AGILE-CORE system, designed by Sinclair Digital, integrates fault-managed power (FMP) and hybrid copper-fiber cabling to enhance efficiency and safety. This setup reduces the need for extensive IT infrastructure and simplifies installation.
Looking Ahead
The success of Mouser’s PoE lighting system underscores the potential of this technology for large-scale applications. As a trusted engineering partner, BHB is excited to continue exploring innovative solutions that promote sustainability and operational excellence. Mouser’s commitment to using PoE lighting in future projects sets a benchmark for the industry, highlighting the significant benefits of integrating advanced, sustainable technologies into industrial operations.
Full Case Study
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