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Elretur is an organization that guarantees legitimate waste streams for the authorities. They are committed to establishing an improvement and increase in recycling and reuse, by contributing to sustainable end-of-life solutions for their members’ products.

As of April 2022, Elretur granted us a certificate for producer responsibility, confirming that electrical, electronic, and battery waste are treated in compliance with Danish legislation.

We at LED iBond care for a greener future. Besides creating innovative lighting solutions from recycled materials, that can be further re-recycled in the future, we also prioritize the recycling of electric waste at all times – to take the necessary steps in the right direction.

This certificate confirms our pursuits for taking responsibility, and we are proud of it.

During an interview, @Nanna Vejgaard demonstrated our two LED solutions for vertical farming, Tracy and Gracy, while taking about the steps LED iBond takes in the right direction – for a greener future!

Hope you enjoy this exciting read!

https://www.verticalfarmdaily.com/article/9418622/sustainable-intelligent-lighting-solutions-that-comply-with-the-sdg-s/

The importance of light in farming

We all know that light is indispensable in farming, as it is one of the primary ingredients for healthy plant growth alongside sufficient water and warmth. But just how important is it in crop development?

Research published in the has stated that while light provides energy for photosynthesis for plant growth, it also does much more than that. Light intensity, spectra, and availability can all dictate specific signals that regulate plant development, shaping, and metabolism.

In the end, having the right lights and being able to control them can translate not only to higher and more regular harvests, but also more nutritious crops grown.

Artificial light is indispensable in vertical farming

Vertical farming takes place indoors with plants layered on top of each other. In these setups, the source of lighting that crops receive depends on where the farm is located, but every farm ultimately relies greatly on artificial lighting to ensure crops thrive.

This is due to two reasons.

Firstly, there could simply be no sunlight for plants in vertical farms. With rapid global urbanization, many vertical farms have been set up in cities to shorten supply chains. Due to spatial constraints, many of these farms are set up in shipping containers, converted warehouses, and underground – places that have no access to natural sunlight.

Secondly, for farms that manage to receive sunlight, such as in greenhouses or rooms with windows, the amount of sunlight could also be insufficient. This could be due to poor weather, not enough windows, badly placed windows, or a low penetration rate of light through the vertical layers of crops.

Therefore, artificial light is indispensable in vertical farming.

LED iBond’s vertical farming solution

Knowing the importance of artificial light, we have launched an LED grow light solution. Its main component is a durable and washable smart shelf designed by LED iBond. The shelf is embedded with LED grow lights, and it utilizes our patented ‘sandwich’ technology that places our compact LED between two super slim aluminum panels. This results in a lightweight yet strong panel that can be fitted nearly anywhere.

Farmers can also opt for our mobile vertical farming solution, which consists of our smart shelves installed on patented carrier trolleys for efficient vertical farming.

The trolleys can sustain both the growth and maintenance phases of crops, and they can be used in transportation and storage to ensure harvests remain fresh for as long as possible.

Farmers can customize light recipes with our solution

Our vertical farming solutions do not stop at providing high-quality lighting for crops. We ensure that plants will get the light they need in the ideal amount, spectra, and intensity that can ensure optimal growth for each species.

As each farm is unique and requires a customized solution, our LED grow lights and shelves are made to be able to fit into different setups with ease and flexibility.

Our LEDs can be integrated in any combination

Our grow light panels are equipped with compact and durable LEDs that are customizable in color combination. Individual LEDs are available in blue, red, and white separately, and growers can pick out the color ratio they want to integrate into each panel.

This means that farmers can create different sections within their farm to grow different types of crops. For those who prefer sticking to cultivating one type of plant, they can also use this opportunity to create different lighting environments within their farm to target plants in specific growth phases.

Customized light spectra matter to plants

Light spectrum is the range of wavelengths produced by a light source, and they are measured along the electromagnetic spectrum that humans can see, in nanometers.

Having customizable light spectra matters to plants because plants respond best to different color lights as they go through different stages of growth.

Blue light wavelengths (400-500nm) have great effects on plant growth and flowering and can increase overall crop quality and vibrancy in many leafy greens. They also promote root development.

Red light wavelengths (600-700nm), on the other hand, stimulate photosynthesis and promote plant biomass growth.

Far-red light wavelengths (700-850nm) promotes flowering and leaf expansion in long-day crops. These are crops used to receiving more than 12 hours of light daily, such as lettuce, spinach, and potatoes.

By paying attention to the wavelengths that matter to plants, growers can cultivate bountiful harvests.

Our grow light panels can be installed in any way

In a vertical farming structure, shelving plants in layers and installing lights on each level is a given. However, some crops may need more light or a higher intensity to thrive. There may also be cases in which crops with large leaves end up blocking out light from reaching to other leaves within the same farming layer.

Growers can also customize their light recipes by ensuring different plants receive the right amount of light and light intensity level. This can be done by strategic placement of LED grow lights.

At only 6mm thick and extremely lightweight, our LED panels can be installed horizontally or vertically. They can also be cut to exact lengths and diagonally to fit the setup of the farm.

Customized light exposure and intensity matter to plants

Research has shown that both light exposure and intensity matter to plants, though not equally. Even in traditional farms and gardens, crops thrive when planted in different spots.

Tomatoes, peppers, peas, and cucumbers benefit from being grown in areas with good light exposure. Carrots, beets, and many root vegetables are most comfortable with half a day of light exposure. Leafy greens such as lettuce, spinach, and kale can tolerate the most shade and naturally require the least light to thrive.

Light intensity can also influence how crops grow. A was conducted to demonstrate how light intensity affects the growth of soybeans. Researchers discovered that the soybean plants that were put under greater light intensity grew taller by 362% and their stems widened by 40% compared to those under lower light intensity.

The plants under more intense light also grew thicker leaves, had an improved chloroplast structure, and a greater photosynthetic capacity.

Being able to segment a vertical farm that produces different types of crops and supply brighter light to plants that need it can make a world of difference to the quality of harvests.

Our lighting solutions can be integrated with IoT devices

One of the most notable features of our grow light panels is that they are compatible with Internet of Things (IoT) devices such as motion sensors, cameras, and thermostats.

Growers can set up a whole lighting system to be monitored and controlled remotely from a smartphone or a tablet. They can also integrate our grow light panels with other vertical farming technology, such as within ventilation systems, to provide holistic care for crops.

Additionally, our LED lighting solutions can collect and store data for analysis. This can give farmers and researchers insight into the development of crops to continually improve the setup of their equipment.

Remote monitoring and control cultivate better plants

Vertical farming takes place indoors and crops are not susceptible to bad weather conditions and extreme temperatures. However, they may still experience competition among other crops for light, space, and water, and they may experience attacks from pests or suffer from fungal or bacterial infection.

Monitoring the development of crop growth is an important aspect of horticulture. It enables growers to implement timely interventions to ensure optimal harvests at the end of each season.

Other benefits of customizing light recipes with LED iBond

With the ability to customize light spectra, exposure, and intensity in vertical farms and monitor them from afar, farmers can:

Switch between crops easily

When growers can switch between different LED colors, intensity, and levels of exposure without having to switch out or replace farm equipment, they can emulate different climate conditions easily. This allows them to switch between growing different crops according to demand.

Cultivate more consistent and nutritious harvests

Certain plants, when exposed to more light, can become more nutritious when given the opportunity to maximize their development under the correct ratio of different color LEDs.

As vertical farms are not susceptible to poor weather conditions, farmers that can control the lighting equipment in their farm and perfect individual light recipes can yield consistent and nutritious harvests all year round.

Lower operational cost in the long term

While LEDs are more energy efficient than traditional lighting sources, at LED iBond we have managed to create LEDs with a lifespan of 100,000 hours, which is double that of other LEDs on the market.

Our LEDs can be used continuously for over a decade without replacement, and it is thanks to the superior thermal management capabilities in our ACP panels. This low replacement rate ultimately saves growers both time and money, lowering the operational cost of their farm in the long term.

Equip your vertical farm today

Choosing the right lighting is crucial in vertical farming. Growers can also take extra steps to increase the quality and quantity of their harvests by investing in easily customizable and manageable lighting solutions for their farms.

For more information, please contact Sales on the button below. We look forward to talking to you.

Our unique strengths at LED iBond
In our role as lighting manufacturer, we see potential in continually developing our solutions in innovative ways. In addition to producing panels as conduits for light and electricity, we have also explored the option of adding data.
Our LED lighting solutions come with connection to an open platform which is compatible with Internet of Things (IoT)-enabled devices such as thermostats, motion sensors, and remote controls. Our light panels can be configured as part of a smart environment, and users can run light, electricity, and data all in one washable, durable, and sleekly designed panel.
We are proud of our strong portfolio of customized innovative light and data solutions, and we consider it one of our unique strengths at LED iBond.

Who we serve and our core business lines
LED iBond is proud to be a native of Denmark, where our design process and manufacturing takes place, and our offices are headquartered in Copenhagen.
Over the past few years, we have also developed into an international growth company with a global outlook, and we are happy to say we serve both local and international customers.
We have three core business lines that we promote across all markets, and they are smart buildings, vertical farming, and UV disinfection.

Smart buildings
Smart buildings are buildings that make use of automation to control operations such as lighting, ventilation, and heating. We supply lighting solutions integrated with IoT devices to create smart environments to improve homes, offices, and public environments.
Our LED lighting solutions can be seen in offices and public spaces around the country, such as on the Skive Bridge and in the DTU library. We have also seen our sleek LED panels fit right in as office lighting in global innovative hubs such as Seoul in South Korea, and 3,600 of our smart shelves have found a home in the Deichman Bjørvika Library in Oslo, Norway.

Vertical farming
As a part of our vision to create a world without famine, we are deeply engaged in developing new solutions for the vertical farming industry.
We supply lightweight and durable LED panels that can integrated with thermostats and motion sensors for farmers to equip their facilities. The superior cooling abilities of our products have also made them the ideal choice as grow lights in enclosed environments.
We are proud of our mobile vertical farming solution in partnership with UNI-TROLL Europe, which consists of smart shelves on green trollies to support the development and transportation of crops.

UV disinfection
Ultraviolet (UV) light has the power to eliminate bacteria and viruses, and UV-C disinfection has been a proven solution for decades. Our lighting technology at LED iBond has been used in the development of miniaturized, handheld disinfection equipment that can safely and thoroughly disinfect surfaces.
Our products have been used in cleaning processes in airports, hospitals, and healthcare facilities with very high success rates.

Your purchase process from inquiry to installation
At LED iBond, we follow a standard procedure in all our partnerships with vendors, businesses, and individuals looking for high-quality LED lighting solutions.

A meeting is set up
After reaching out initially to contact us, we will respond by setting up a meeting at your earliest convenience to map out your needs.
During the meeting, we strive to get to know you better and to discuss details of the types of lighting solutions you are looking for, such as requirements regarding function, appearance, and budget. We also take this time to gather context and to learn about your priorities, so that we deliver the best experience we can for you.

A Custom Product Inquiry is produced
A Custom Product Inquiry (CPI) is drawn up once we manage to gather more information on your needs from the initial meeting.
The CPI contains a short description of the project and its scope, including your needs and your vision of the installation. It will also contain specifications on the LEDs that you would like to integrate into your lighting solutions for the project. This includes the light spectrum, optics, replaceability, and whether lights would come with UV-C disinfection properties.
We will also use this period to determine the exact kind of product you will need based on the size or space available for installation, and we will choose a customizable solution from our core collection.
If everything on the CPI aligns with your goals and your requirements, you can sign off on it to kickstart the next step – installation.

The lighting solution is installed
After agreements have been made and the offer has been signed, we can proceed to installation of the lighting solution. There are considerations to be made at this step depending on the location.
For vertical farmers looking to integrate LED grow lights in their farm, we consider industry standards for the specific crop type and crop area, measured in m2. We install LEDs at the optimal distance between each crop and their light source and we consider light power, levels, and spectra for specific types of plants, measured in µmol/s.
In the enclosed spaces of vertical farms, we also understand there will be splash back of water and different levels of humidity. This is the same for all outdoor light sources that may encounter rainfall. Our customized solutions always take into account the necessary IP rating of each light bulb to ensure safety for our customers and users.
At every stage of our installation process, we aim for optimal light efficacy for the end user. We strive to produce sustainable lighting solutions that can exceed customer expectations in performance and lower their overall operational cost.

Requesting extra features
Our lighting panels are compatible with IoT solutions and can be connected to various motion sensors, thermostats. They can also be integrated into larger lighting systems to be controlled remotely via tablets and devices. Should you like to request any extra features, simply let our team know and we will be happy to help.

For more information, please contact Sales on the button below. We look forward to talking to you.