Lights, camera, action - or lights, lights, lights in our case! When TV JOJ in Bratislava required a wide-scale lighting retrofit, we were thrilled to get started on such an exciting project. The building in question was the production area for the largest TV broadcaster in the Slovak Republic.

What is particularly interesting about a TV studio from a lighting design perspective is that it is a space where people are highly reliant on visual performance, making optimal lighting with excellent colour-rendering essential. Beyond this, there were other practical factors to consider for this project, such as energy savings, integrated lighting control, and emergency lighting systems.

Energy-Efficient Office Lighting Installation

This client found themselves in a common situation—stuck with an old lighting system that wasn’t just outdated, but also inefficient. It led to high maintenance costs, excessive glare, and even raised some safety concerns. The team at TV JOJ needed a brighter, more cost-effective solution.

To take on the challenge, we teamed up with our long-time partners at SVIETIME.SK wholesalers and BKP ELEKTRO, the contractor who kindly recommended us as a brand known for offering great quality at a fair price. Big thanks to BKP ELEKTRO for the vote of confidence!

So, what was our plan of attack? We delivered a DALI-controlled lighting system that not only boosted performance and efficiency but, when combined with our HORIZON LED batten, provided the sleek, modern aesthetic the client was after. Take a look at the product list we recommended based on the various areas in the building that required upgraded lighting:

• 85 HORIZON UGR<19 with DALI
• 36 HORIZON without DALI (for the production areas
• 126 HORIZON CCT3
• 24 SWISS Emergency Lights

Reducing Glare in Office Environments

TV JOJ prioritised the installation of UGR lighting in their offices, aligning with our recommendation for task-oriented spaces. Did you know that 9 out of 10 employees report that light sensitivity has limited their job performance?

Glare is a notorious issue in work and school environments, resulting in visual fatigue, headaches, reduced productivity, light sensitivity and even weakening of vision over time. This is why the Unified Glare Rating (UGR) is used by lighting designers as an objective measure of glare, enabling the production of improved products and lighting designs.

We have a range of low-glare products that are perfectly suited to this application. For TV JOJ, we installed the stylish (and therefore, always TV-ready!) HORIZON LED batten. HORIZON is designed to provide exceptionally low UGR<19 glare, which was immediately noticeable in the building’s corridors. In areas requiring high levels of illumination, we installed the CCT3 version.

HORIZON LED Batten with Low UGR<19

• Sleek black powder-coated luminaire with aluminium extruded housing
• Linkable linear fitting creates a continuous light effect with a linking bracket and cover accessory
• Offers both surface and suspended mounting, with wall/ceiling mounting kit included and a suspension kit available as an accessory
• UGR<19 with PMMA Lens and a PC reflector
• CCT3 selectable version available with polycarbonate matte diffuser
• Down light as standard, and plug & play up-light available as an accessory
• DALI compatible

“All staff have greatly appreciated the new lighting, particularly its low glare. We’ve received feedback from the owners, saying that many employees were inquiring about the brand, having never encountered such a combination of minimal glare and abundant illumination.” - Miroslav Drahoš, TV JOJ Project Manager

ICEL-Certified Emergency Lighting from ROBUS

In addition, updated emergency lighting was required to meet modern safety standards. We recommended our SWISS Exit Blade, which is now ICEL-certified. If you want to find out more, read our blog covering all you need to know about ICEL certification.

SWISS Exit Blade Emergency Lighting

• Provides viewing distance of up to 26m
• Offers five alternative mounting methods
• LifePO4 battery technology with a 3-hour emergency discharge
• Additional legends available as accessories with left, right, up and down arrows
• ICEL-Certified and comes with a 5 year warranty

Upgrading to Digital Addressable Lighting Interface with Our Customised Conversion Service

A conversion transforms a standard light fitting by modifying it for improved functionality. Our Customised Conversion Department can do this for many applications, such as integrating a battery pack for emergency use, installing a microwave sensor for increased energy efficiency, or even providing customisations such as adding extra cable lengths, connectors, and pre-wiring.

We customised many of the HORIZON fittings to Digital Addressable Lighting Interface (DALI), enhancing cost-effectiveness and control efficiency. DALI simplifies the process of measuring and tracking the energy consumption of each light, reducing the time required for maintenance and replacement while allowing for precise control over each fixture.

Remarkable Reduction in Costs at 55% Energy Savings

The result of this comprehensive project was a bespoke, energy-efficient lighting solution for TV JOJ - engineered to minimise glare and provide customisable settings tailored to the varied needs of the studio’s departments. Staff have noticed a clear improvement in their day-to-day work, especially appreciating the low-glare environment. With an impressive 55% energy saving achieved through the redesign, it’s safe to say: that’s a wrap!

Interested in Working with Our Customised Conversions Department?

Get in contact today! Whether you simply want to chat through our services or kickstart a lighting project, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

Tel:+353 1 709 9000 (option 2) Email: conversionsrequests@robus.com