UFC 3-530-01
22 August 2006
OFFICES
Storage Rooms
A
Pendant or surface mounted
linear fluorescent industrial
strips with a small uplight
component illuminate shelves
with minimal shadowing.
EQUIPMENT RECOMMENDATIONS:
LUMINAIRE
LAMP
CONTROLS
Pendant or surface mounted linear
4' linear fluorescent T8
Occupancy sensor or timer
A
fluorescent luminaire.
lamps (or T5HO lamps for
switch.
ceilings over 15') 3500K
color temperature, 75 CRI +
CRITICAL DESIGN ISSUES:
Color Appearance (and Color Contrast): In storage rooms, individuals may
need to locate and sort items. Lamp sources should have a high color-
rendering index to accurately portray colors and labels.
Source / Task eye Geometry: Locate luminaires to minimize direct glare
and light shelves uniformly with minimal shadowing.
Target Vertical Illuminance ( 10%): 100 lux (10 fc)
DISCUSSION:
In storage rooms, uniform vertical illuminance on shelves helps with the identification of
items. In small storage closets, a linear fluorescent strip mounted horizontally above
the door provides indirect light and minimizes shadows on the shelves. Add wire
guards to luminaires where they may be struck and damaged.
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