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Italy’s largest LED screen unveiled
The largest LED screen in Italy has been installed in Milan. Supplied by EuroDisplay, the screen measures 100-square metres and weighs 13 tonnes. Up to 500,000 LED lights have been incorporated in the screen which will display a variety of information. Visitors to the city can see hourly weather reports on the LED boards as…
LED light ‘island’ created
A US island has been entirely converted to LED lighting. Called North Dumpling, the island measures just three acres and is owned by inventor Dean Kamen. The island lies to the east of Connecticut and receives no power from the US’s national grid. Mr Kamen was inspired to make North Dumpling entirely self-sufficient in regard…
LED lights could help cash-strapped Britons
LED lights should be installed in British homes to help reduce energy bills, industry experts report. The Committee on Climate Change has urged the government to introduce the cost-effective lights to UK households. Lord Adair Turner, committee chair, believes that LED bulbs could benefit the 400,000 Britons who currently struggle to pay energy bills. In…
LED screens offer messages of hope to Mumbai residents
LED screens have been displaying messages of hope following the devastating attacks in Mumbai. Joe Sequeira, manager of a Mumbai restaurant, has revealed that the city’s residents continue to feel unsafe following the shootings. Many of Mumbai’s residents have responded by staying within their own homes in a bid to prevent them from becoming victims…
Ship’s ‘retreat’ gets LED screens
A recent refurbishment of a selection of cruise ships has seen the addition of LED screens. Cruise company, Holland America Line, has updated the pool areas on a variety of its ships in order to give travellers a premium experience. The pool area, called the Retreat, has been divided into three sections with each one…
Potatoes star in LED display
A US potato group has expressed its delight at the vegetable’s appearance on LED screens. Images of potatoes will soon be beamed from LED screens located in Times Square. The adverts are part of a drive from the Idaho Potato Commission which is seeking to promote the vegetable as an ideal food. LED screens will…
‘Largest’ LED screen in the Middle East to be unveiled
The Middle East will see its biggest LED screen unveiled soon. Called the Opulence, the screen was meant to be installed in September but shipping problems led to delays. The LED board is located in Abu Dhabi’s Fotouh Al Khair shopping complex and is so big it can be seen from one kilometre away. Measuring…
LED boards recommended for restaurants
Restaurants are increasingly likely to use LED boards, according to industry experts. Scott Sharon, digital media specialist, has revealed that LED boards are becoming more popular with restaurant owners as they can help boost business. “Many of the major chains have been testing digital boards, some for a couple years. Many other chains are seriously…
Football club gets LED scoreboard
An Essex football club has recently unveiled its new LED scoreboard. Spectators at Dagenham and Redbridge FC can now read the scores on the donated LED board. Housing maintenance company Enterprise, donated the scoreboard which has been well-received by the club’s management. The LED board has been placed behind one of the goal posts and…
LED light candles launched
Candles illuminated with LED lights are safer alternatives to those formed from wax, industry experts report. Due to the lack of a naked flame, lighting specialist Florin Tibu has stated that LED lit candles are less of a fire hazard. In addition, smoke is not produced by the devices which may appeal to some homeowners.…