Fibre Optic Projects
2008 Beijing Olympic Games, China |
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In excess of 1000mtrs of FX42S Side Emitting cable run by 9 x FX150DMX Light Engines was used to create 84 drops of colour changing light. The display was used by Samsung to promote their latest technology at the recent Olympic Games. *Photos courtesy of Imagination
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Fibre Optic Chandeliers |
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Over the years we have produced many bespoke Fibre Optic Chandeliers using a wide range of designs. Created using 'Cracked Glass' Side Emitting Cable, Chandeliers can be made to virtually any shape or size and are a surefire way to get that 'wow' factor.
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Emirates Engineering, Dubai Airport |
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External signage above an Emirates aircraft hanger was backlit with a total 6000mtrs of End Emitting cable and was used in conjunction with 130 x FX150MH Light Engines - which were mounted internally. Each letter is 2.7mtrs tall and four sets in total was illuminated both in English and Arabic.
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Industrial Bank of Japan, Central London |
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This main entrance glass canopy was illuminated using 108 tails of End Emitting Cable complete with bespoke Stainless Steel End Fittings attached to each. Internal mirrors were also fitted to turn the direction of the light 90 degrees. Attached to the back of the canopy were 7 Bespoke 150w Metal Halide Light Engines in Stainless Steel.
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Radisson SAS Hotel, Dublin |
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This impressive new hotel is a flagship for the Radisson Hotel chain and recently the winner of 'The Lighting Design' category in the Showcase Build and Design Awards 2008. Fibre Optic Lighting was specified in the bar area which consisted of End Emitting Cable fitted into varying lengths of 10mm thick Acrylic blocks which was then mounted into the joints of a stone wall.
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‘Making Waves' Addition, Teignmouth, Devon |
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In 1999 we worked alongside respected artist Ray Smith to create what was believed to be the largest side emitting installation in Europe consisting of 22 spans of cable run by 44 light engines over 3 streets. The original project was so successful we were recently asked to go back to add another 4 spans of cable & 8 light engines over a 4th street
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Fibre Optic Star Ceiling |
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Fibre optic lighting can be used to create a twinkling starry night effect on a number of surfaces including ceilings, walls, domes, curtains and carpets. Ready made kits are also available off the shelf. Please contact us for further deatails.
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Hard Rock Cafe, Manchester |
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8 x steps were highlighted with side emitting cable set into an aluminium stair nosing. Originally fitted Tivoli lighting was replaced due to heat problems. The Light engine was supplied complete with a colour wheel giving a colour changing alternative when required. |
'DecoDance' by Lawrence Llewelyn Bowen, Blackpool Illuminations |
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This year designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen was invited to create a section of the world famous Blackpool Illuminations and Fibre Optic FX were asked to produce an animated colour changing sign based on Lawrences' original artwork. The result was a 4mtr x 1.5mtr oval double sided sign consisting of 2500 End Emitting Fibres. 2 x FX150WP Light Engines were mounted externally.
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Fenwick, Brent Cross Shopping Centre, London |
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Due to maintenance issues Fenwick Limited decided to replace all their conventional decorative light bulbs with Fibre Optic Lighting. A total of 140 bespoke End Fittings were used in conjuction with our End Emitting Cable all powered by 6 x Metal Halide Light Engines.
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Westminster Abbey, London |
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With no heat, electricity or UV light present Fibre Optic Lighting is the ideal solution for illuminating cabinets, display cases, works of art and museum pieces as demonstrated in our recent installation at Westminster Abbey in Central London. |
Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), London |
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A solid piece of glass (1900mm x 600mm x 25mm) with text routed out was illuminated with fibre optic lighting from beneath the pavement and positioned at the head office of The Royal Institute of British Architects in Central London. |
Lloyds TSB Head Office, Edinburgh |
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4 x 2200mm recesses behind the main reception desk at the Lloyds TSB head office in Edinburgh were illuminated using colour changing fibre optic ‘light wands' (2 per recess).
University of Manchester Music & Drama Theatre |
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A 17mtr x 13mtr area consisting of 39 individual waved panels was given a twinkling star effect. Only 4 x 50w halogen light engines were required to run all the lighting. |
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Zurich Insurance Head Office, Central London |
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A total of 22 FX150LS Light Engines was used spread over 3 floors covering 3 main receptions. FX50J End Emitting cable was fitted behind bespoke bevelled glass panels with FX12J End Emitting cable emphasizing the skirting boards. Pillars around the offices were also illuminated. |
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Blackburn Cathedral, Blackburn |
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Designed by the internationally acclaimed artist Mark Jallard this colossal 35-foot by 26 foot sculpture, which has been named 'The Healing of The Nations' is an abstract steel and copper circular piece. Hydraulics and End Emitting Fibre Optic cable between two copper skins make all 7 tons of the awe-inspiring sculpture slowly 'pulse' or 'breathe' creating ever-changing patterns of light. The sculpture has already excited international interest as one of the most innovative pieces of modern sculpture at an English Cathedral. |
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