Project Overview
Chicago Smart City Roadway Lighting Modernization Project
LIKELITE provided a complete smart lighting solution for a municipal roadway lighting upgrade project in Chicago, USA.
The project replaced traditional roadway lighting fixtures with intelligent LED Street Lights integrated with smart control functions.
The upgraded system improved:
- Roadway visibility
- Energy efficiency
- Lighting management
- Urban infrastructure performance
Installed system:
2,000 Sets LIKELITE 120W LED Street Lights
with:
- Microwave Motion Sensor
- Light Control System
- Timer Control System
Project result:
20% Energy Saving Improvement
Project Information
| Project Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Chicago Smart City Roadway Lighting Upgrade Project |
| Location | Chicago, Illinois, USA |
| Project Type | Municipal Smart Lighting Retrofit |
| Application | Urban Roadway / Smart City Infrastructure |
| Product | LED Street Lights |
| Quantity | 2,000 Sets |
| Power | 120W |
| Certification | ETL / DLC |
| Warranty | 5 Years |
| Energy Saving | 20% |
| Control System | Smart Sensor + Light Control + Timer Control |
| Brand | LIKELITE |
| Manufacturing Location | Guangdong, China |
Project Background
Existing Roadway Lighting Challenges
Before the upgrade, the city roadway lighting system faced several challenges.
1. High Energy Consumption
Traditional roadway lighting resulted in:
- High electricity consumption
- Increased municipal operating cost
- Low lighting efficiency
2. Limited Lighting Management
The existing system lacked:
- Intelligent control
- Automatic operation adjustment
- Energy monitoring capability
3. Aging Infrastructure
The old lighting system required:
- Frequent maintenance
- Higher replacement cost
- Improved reliability
LIKELITE Smart Lighting Solution
Intelligent LED Street Lighting System
LIKELITE designed a smart roadway lighting system based on:
- Road classification
- Traffic conditions
- Lighting requirements
- Energy saving targets
Smart Control System
Microwave Motion Sensor
The system automatically adjusts lighting according to movement detection.
Benefits:
✓ Reduce unnecessary lighting operation
✓ Improve energy efficiency
✓ Optimize urban lighting management
Light Control System
Automatically manages lighting according to:
- Ambient brightness
- Day/night conditions
- Environmental changes
Timer Control System
Provides:
- Scheduled operation
- Automatic switching
- Energy management
Smart Lighting Engineering Process
Step 1 — On-site Survey
LIKELITE engineering team provided:
✓ Roadway measurement
✓ Existing lighting assessment
✓ Electrical condition inspection
Step 2 — Lighting Design & Simulation
Professional design services:
✓ DIALux Evo Layout
✓ LitePro DLX Layout
✓ AutoCAD Layout
✓ AGi32 Lighting Calculation
Optimization:
- Pole spacing
- Lighting distribution
- Roadway illumination
- Energy efficiency
Step 3 — Installation & Commissioning
Project support:
✓ Fixture installation
✓ Electrical connection
✓ Lighting adjustment
✓ System testing
Before & After Project
Before Upgrade
Existing Roadway Condition
Problems:
- High energy consumption
- Low lighting efficiency
- Poor lighting control
- Higher maintenance cost
Installation Activities
Included:
- Existing fixture replacement
- LED street light installation
- Electrical inspection
- Smart control commissioning
Smart City Lighting Performance
After upgrade:
✓ Improved roadway visibility
✓ Reduced energy consumption
✓ Intelligent lighting management
✓ Lower maintenance requirement
✓ Enhanced urban safety
Before & After Comparison
Installed Product Specification
LIKELITE 120W Smart LED Street Light
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product | LED Street Light |
| Brand | LIKELITE |
| Power | 120W |
| Input Voltage | AC277V |
| Frequency | 60Hz |
| LED Source | CREE SMD2835 LED |
| Luminous Efficiency | 110 lm/W |
| IP Rating | IP66 |
| Surge Protection | 10KV |
| Voltage Resistance | 1.5KV |
| CCT | 5000K±500K |
| CRI | Ra80 |
| Lamp Body | Aluminum Alloy |
| Lifetime | 50,000 Hours |
| Working Temperature | -20℃~45℃ |
| Power Supply | AC |
| Certification | ETL / DLC |
| Warranty | 5 Years |
Smart City Lighting Engineering Services
LIKELITE provides complete smart roadway lighting services:
Lighting Design
Including:
- Roadway lighting calculation
- Pole layout optimization
- Optical design
Simulation Verification
Provided:
✓ DIALux Evo
✓ LitePro DLX
✓ AutoCAD
✓ AGi32
DIALux Evo Roadway Lighting Calculation Report
Smart Street Lighting Simulation Verification
The simulation verified:
- Road surface illumination
- Uniformity
- Light distribution
- Pole spacing optimization
Lighting Calculation Results
| Calculation Item | Result |
|---|---|
| Average Illuminance (Eavg) | 25 Lux |
| Minimum Illuminance (Emin) | 15 Lux |
| Maximum Illuminance (Emax) | 38 Lux |
| Overall Uniformity (U0) | 0.60 |
| Longitudinal Uniformity (Ul) | 0.72 |
| Lighting Efficiency | 110 lm/W |
Smart Lighting Project Benefits
20% Energy Saving Improvement
Achieved through:
High Efficiency LED Technology
- CREE SMD2835 LED
- 110 lm/W efficiency
- 50,000-hour lifetime
Intelligent Control Management
Including:
- Motion detection
- Automatic lighting control
- Scheduled operation
Municipal Value
Improved Urban Infrastructure
Benefits:
✓ Safer roads
✓ Better nighttime visibility
✓ Improved city management
Reduced Operating Cost
Benefits:
✓ Lower electricity expenses
✓ Reduced maintenance requirement
✓ Longer replacement cycle
Why Choose LIKELITE Smart Lighting Solutions
LIKELITE provides smart lighting solutions for:
✓ Smart Cities
✓ Municipal Roads
✓ Highways
✓ Urban Streets
✓ Public Infrastructure
Engineering capability:
- Lighting simulation
- Customized LED solutions
- Smart control integration
- Project installation support
Smart Lighting FAQ
1. Where is this smart lighting project located?
The project is located in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
2. What type of project was completed?
A municipal smart roadway lighting upgrade project.
3. How many LED street lights were installed?
The project installed 2,000 sets LED street lights.
4. What wattage street lights were used?
120W LED street lights were used.
5. How much energy saving was achieved?
The project achieved approximately 20% energy saving improvement.
6. Does the system support smart control?
Yes.
The system supports:
- Microwave motion sensor
- Light control
- Timer control
7. What certifications are available?
The products are ETL and DLC certified.
8. Does LIKELITE provide DIALux roadway simulation?
Yes.
LIKELITE provides professional roadway lighting simulation services.
9. What is the warranty period?
The warranty period is 5 years.
10. Can LIKELITE provide smart city lighting solutions?
Yes.
LIKELITE provides complete smart lighting solutions for municipalities and EPC contractors worldwide.
11. Can the system be customized?
Yes.
Customization includes:
- Lighting power
- Control system
- Roadway requirements
12. What engineering documents are available?
Including:
- DIALux report
- CAD drawings
- Product specifications
- Installation documents
