Independent Comparison Reports Show at Least 15% Greater PPFD
CARSON, CA, Feb. 06, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NEWMEDIAWIRE -- Generation Alpha, Inc. (OTCQB: GNAL), a vertically integrated cannabis technology innovator, manufacturer and distributor, today announced favorable results for its new Solis Tek B9 LED light system when compared to major competitors in the U.S. specialty lighting sector in an independent lab test by Californian based Light Laboratory Inc.
Alan Lien, Generation Alpha Inc’s CEO, stated, “Generation Alpha has continued to see increased demand of the new generation Solis Tek B9 LED lights with over 250 units in the pipeline for specialist cannabis growers in the U.S. over the past month. Our 100% owned lighting division is an important part of our business. Last year, Generation Alpha supplied lights to cannabis growers in 33 U.S. states, plus Puerto Rico, and these new grow lights will be an important addition to our 2019 sales catalogue.”
The New SolisTek B9 720W LED System
Independent tests confirm that Generation Alpha’s new Solis Tek B9 LED outperformed Fluence Spyder C2i and Gavita 1650LED in an LED PPF (photosynthetic photon flux) output comparison. Solis Tek 720W B9 LED outputs at least 15% more PPFD* than the industry leading 1000w Double Ended HPS HID System.
*Photosynthetic photon flux density (PPFD) refers to the photon flux in a certain area, by measuring how many photons, which contribute to photosynthesis, impinge on the plant per second. This measurement allows you to know how much light can be absorbed by the plant. The unit is given in µmol/(m2s).
In other controlled tests, the Solis Tek 720W B9 LED dispersed up to 40% lower heat rating than traditional 1000w HID fixtures and yielded 15% more flower. Gram per watt (gpw) efficiencies increased from 1.2 gpw to 1.9 gpw.
Solis Tek B9 LED features:
- Plug and play style, minimal assembly required;
- Full spectrum high output LED system;
- Offers a 30 percent energy savings compared to the conventional fixture with reduced cooling costs;
- Unique features such as controller compatibility and a series of light output dimming options;
- Low profile, suitable for low ceiling height and vertical grow systems;
- Available in 240v/277v only;
- May qualify for energy rebates on full fixture costs of up to 40% depending on state and energy company, via a third party affiliate; and
- Financing opportunities available through a third party affiliate.
About Light Laboratory, Inc.
Light Laboratory, Inc. is an independent photometric testing laboratory that specializes in testing high end luminaries. Established in 1974, founded by Bill F. Jones, Light Laboratory serves as the leading testing laboratory in the lighting industry and provides high-quality photometric, radiometric, electrical, thermal and life test data. For information on Light Laboratory, Inc., please visit: www.lightlaboratory.com.
For complete Solis Tek 720W B9 LED results, please visit: http://genalphainc.com/specs/LED-Test-Summary.pdf
About Generation Alpha, Inc.
Generation Alpha, Inc. focuses on bringing products and solutions to commercial cannabis growers in both the medical and recreational space in legal markets across the U.S. For nearly a decade, growers have used Generation Alpha’s lighting solutions to increase yield, lower costs and grow better to maximize their return on investment. Generation Alpha’s customers include retail stores, distributors, ecommerce, and commercial growers. In 2018, the Company began the process of expanding into the “touch-the-plant” side of the cannabis business with a contract with an Arizona licensee and its ongoing build-out of a cultivation and processing facility in Phoenix, AZ. For more information, please visit our website, www.genalphainc.com
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