LED tube retrofit at ABB – production, office & parking areas

The Challenge

ABB faced the challenge of implementing a future-proof LED lighting solution across various operational areas such as production halls and office spaces. The existing T5 and T8 fluorescent tubes caused high energy costs, required additional maintenance due to energy-intensive ballasts, and led to an increased risk of system failures.

The Solution – LED Retrofit with GLT LED TUBE

A total of 4,291 old T5 and T8 fluorescent tubes were replaced with GLT LED TUBES in a 1:1 retrofit process according to IEC/EN 62776, carried out during ongoing production. The existing luminaires were converted according to EN standards, and the old ballasts were removed. The LED driver is fully integrated into the GLT LED TUBE, allowing non-electrical personnel to easily replace the light source in the future.

Maintenance costs are reduced to an absolute minimum, supported by the exceptionally long service life of up to 130,000 hours. The new LED lighting system meets all technical standards and legal requirements for quality, energy efficiency, and sustainability. Thanks to the Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) of the GLT TUBE, all environmental impacts of the lighting can be transparently measured and documented.

Key advantages of our LED retrofit solution for ABB in Västerås:

• Energy-efficient and cost-effective: 4,291 GLT LED TUBES save around 717.000 kWh of electricity per year, with a payback period of only 9 months.
• Maintenance-free and long-lasting: The LED retrofit solution with GLT LED TUBES minimizes maintenance requirements thanks to their 130,000-hour lifetime.
• Sustainable and resource-efficient: The scientifically verified life cycle assessment (EPD) of the GLT LED TUBE is an essential component of ABB’s sustainability and ESG strategy.
• GLT Reuse System: At the end of their service life or rental period, GLT LED TUBES are returned, refurbished, or recycled. When purchasing new GLT TUBES, we take back the old ones and credit €5 per unit.

Key Benefits & Advantages