UK Leeds Urban Road Smart Lighting Upgrade Project/Intelligent LED Street Lighting Modernization for Urban Infrastructure

Project Overview

The UK Leeds Urban Road Smart Lighting Upgrade Project is a municipal roadway modernization project designed to improve lighting efficiency, reduce energy consumption and introduce intelligent lighting management capabilities.

As cities continue to upgrade aging public lighting infrastructure, modern LED street lighting systems provide an effective solution to improve:

• Road visibility
• Energy efficiency
• Lighting reliability
• Maintenance efficiency
• Smart city infrastructure management

For this project, LIKELITE supplied and supported the implementation of a high-efficiency 100W LED Street Lighting System integrated with intelligent control technologies.

The project successfully upgraded urban roadway lighting performance through the combination of:

High Efficiency LED Street Lights + Microwave Motion Sensor + Light Control + Timer Control

Project Information

Project Basic Data

Project Background

Modernizing Urban Road Lighting Infrastructure

The existing urban lighting infrastructure required improvement in several areas:

• High energy consumption from traditional lighting systems
• Limited lighting control flexibility
• Increasing maintenance requirements
• Need for improved energy management

The project objective was to replace conventional lighting equipment with an intelligent LED street lighting system capable of delivering stable illumination while optimizing operating efficiency.

LIKELITE provided a complete lighting upgrade solution based on engineering requirements, including:

• Lighting design support
• Photometric simulation
• Product supply
• Smart control integration
• Installation support

Project Requirements

Key Requirements from the Urban Lighting Upgrade

The project required a lighting system that could achieve:

1. Higher Energy Efficiency

The new LED lighting system needed to reduce power consumption while maintaining appropriate roadway illumination levels.

2. Intelligent Lighting Management

The city required flexible control functions to optimize lighting operation according to:

• Traffic conditions
• Pedestrian movement
• Time schedules
• Environmental brightness

3. Reliable Outdoor Performance

The lighting equipment needed to withstand UK outdoor conditions, including:

• Rain
• Temperature variation
• Long operating hours

4. Long-Term Operational Reliability

The system required:

• Stable LED performance
• Low maintenance frequency
• Long service lifespan

LIKELITE Project Solution

Intelligent LED Street Lighting System Deployment

LIKELITE supplied a complete smart LED street lighting solution based on:

100W LED Street Lights

The selected LED street lights provide:

• High luminous efficiency
• Stable optical output
• Efficient thermal management
• Long operational lifespan

Key performance:

Lamp Luminous Efficiency: 130 lm/W

LED Source: Lumileds SMD2835 LED

Lifespan: 30,000 Hours

Smart Control System

Microwave Motion Sensor + Light Control + Timer Control

The project integrated intelligent control functions to improve operational efficiency.

Microwave Motion Sensor

The microwave sensor enables dynamic lighting adjustment according to movement detection.

Application benefits:

• Detect vehicle activity
• Detect pedestrian movement
• Reduce unnecessary lighting operation
• Improve energy utilization

Light Control System

The light control function automatically manages lighting operation according to ambient conditions.

Benefits:

• Automatic day/night operation
• Reduced manual management
• Improved system reliability

Timer Control

The timer control function enables customized operating schedules.

Examples:

• Full brightness during peak traffic periods
• Energy-saving mode during low traffic hours
• Scheduled lighting management

Engineering Design & Implementation Process

Professional Lighting Engineering Support by LIKELITE

The Leeds project was supported by LIKELITE engineering services covering design, calculation and installation assistance.

1. Onsite Metering & Project Assessment

Engineering evaluation included:

• Existing roadway conditions
• Installation environment
• Lighting requirements
• Electrical requirements

2. Lighting And Circuitry Design

LIKELITE developed lighting and electrical design based on:

• Road structure
• Lighting standards
• Pole arrangement
• Power supply requirements

3. DIALux Evo Lighting Simulation

Professional lighting simulation was used to optimize:

• Road illumination
• Lighting distribution
• Lux performance
• Uniformity

4. Litepro Dlx Layout

Optical calculation and layout optimization were conducted to ensure suitable lighting performance.

5. AutoCAD Engineering Layout

Engineering drawings included:

• Lamp installation positions
• Lighting layout
• Electrical connection planning

6. AGi32 Lighting Analysis

Advanced lighting analysis supported project verification and design optimization.

7. Project Installation Support

LIKELITE provided technical support during project implementation, including:

• Installation guidance
• Technical documentation
• Project coordination support

Installed Product Specification

LIKELITE 100W LED Street Lights

Project Results

Improved Lighting Performance and Energy Management

After the smart LED street lighting upgrade, the project achieved:

20% Energy Saving Improvement

Through:

• High efficiency LED technology
• Intelligent sensor control
• Optimized operating schedules

the lighting system reduced unnecessary energy consumption.

Improved Urban Road Safety

The upgraded lighting system provides:

• More stable nighttime illumination
• Improved road visibility
• Better lighting consistency

Reduced Maintenance Requirements

Compared with traditional lighting systems:

• Longer lifespan
• Lower replacement frequency
• Reduced maintenance workload

Before & After Comparison

DIALux EVO Lighting Simulation Verification

Project Value Delivered by LIKELITE

Complete Lighting Upgrade Capability for Municipal Infrastructure

The Leeds project demonstrates LIKELITE's ability to support international lighting projects through:

Manufacturing Capability

• Professional LED lighting production
• Quality control process
• Custom project supply

Engineering Capability

• Lighting simulation
• Technical design
• Project documentation

International Project Experience

Supporting:

• Municipal lighting upgrades
• EPC contractor projects
• Infrastructure modernization programs

Applicable Project Types

LIKELITE Smart Lighting Projects are suitable for:

Municipal Road Upgrade Projects

• City streets
• Urban roads
• Residential areas

Transportation Infrastructure

• Roadways
• Intersections
• Public transportation areas

Smart City Development

• Intelligent lighting networks
• Energy-saving programs
• Urban infrastructure modernization

Smart Lighting Projects FAQ

1. What was the UK Leeds Smart Lighting Upgrade Project?

The project was an urban roadway lighting modernization project using LIKELITE 100W LED street lights with intelligent control systems.

2. How many LED street lights were installed?

The project included 4,000 sets of LED street lights.

3. What type of LED street lights were supplied?

LIKELITE supplied 100W LED street lights using Lumileds SMD2835 LED technology.

4. What certification was required for this UK project?

The products were supplied with UKCA certification requirements.

5. What smart control system was used?

The project integrated:

• Microwave motion sensor
• Light control
• Timer control

6. How much energy saving was achieved?

The project achieved approximately 20% energy saving improvement compared with the previous lighting system.

7. What is the protection level of the LED street lights?

The products use IP66 protection suitable for outdoor roadway applications.

8. What is the lifespan of the installed LED street lights?

The LED street lights are designed with a lifespan of approximately 30,000 hours.

9. Can LIKELITE provide lighting simulation services?

Yes. LIKELITE provides:

• DIALux Evo
• Litepro Dlx
• AGi32
• AutoCAD layouts

10. Does LIKELITE support EPC contractors?

Yes. LIKELITE provides project-based lighting solutions for EPC contractors, engineering companies and municipal projects.

11. Can LIKELITE supply large quantities of LED street lights?

Yes. LIKELITE supports bulk project orders and international infrastructure projects.

12. What information is required for a smart lighting project?

Typical information includes:

• Road drawings
• Lighting requirements
• Pole information
• Quantity requirements
• Control system requirements

LIKELITE Smart Lighting Project Capability

The UK Leeds Urban Road Smart Lighting Upgrade Project demonstrates how LIKELITE combines:

**LED Manufacturing Capability

• Smart Control Technology
• Lighting Engineering Services
• International Project Support**

to deliver reliable smart lighting systems for global urban infrastructure projects.

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