Energy Saving T8 Fluorescent Lamps are shatter resistant.

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Safety-coated, 25 W T8 fluorescent lamps provide high color rendering, lumen maintenance of 97%, range of color temperatures, and extended rated-life of up to 46,000 hr. Lamps operate on any instant start and programmed start ballast.



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Shat-R-Shield Offers Lowest Wattage, Highest Performance T8 Lamps Available



Salisbury, N.C. - July 20, 2009 - Shat-R-Shield, the leading and largest manufacturer of shatter resistant lamps and lighting products, proudly introduces their line of safety-coated, 25-Watt T8 fluorescent lamps. These unique ultra-low wattage lamps are an "industry first" and feature significant cost savings, super-long life, reduced mercury, and high lumen output.

"Shat-R-Shield is pleased to provide the lowest wattage T8 fluorescent lamps on the market," said Karen Ponce, Shat-R-Shield president. "Without sacrificing lighting performance, this remarkable series of low wattage lamps offers our customers appreciable cost savings while reducing impact on the environment."

There is an instant reduction of 7-Watts when comparing the new 25W T8 to standard 32W T8 lamps. The estimated energy savings over the longer rated-life is $28 per lamp at 0.10/kWh. By extending the relamping cycle, additional savings will also result from reducing maintenance and recycling costs. Benefits of enhanced lighting performance include high color rendering, lumen maintenance of 97%, range of color temperatures, and extended rated-life (up to 46,000 hrs). Operates on any Instant Start and Programmed Start Ballast.

About Shat-R-Shield

Shat-R-Shield, the original manufacturer of shatter-resistant lamps, has been ensuring lighting safety since 1976. Millions of shatter-resistant Shat-R-Shield lamps are currently on-the-job worldwide for foodservice, high-tech manufacturers, food & beverage processors, and institutions seeking the ultimate, cost-efficient worksite protection. Shat-R-Shield lamps are UL-EPH classified, NSF certified, and meet FDA, OSHA, ASME, Canadian and Mexican Government food safety regulations. The company is located in Salisbury, N.C. Please visit www.shatrshield.com

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