April 2022
We are pleased to announce that all WE-EF luminaires are now supplied with 5CE+ Primer as standard at no extra charge. We have made this decision in order to streamline our offering, improve our product quality and strengthen our brand in the Australian and New Zealand markets.
Read our latest article to find out how WE-EF 5CE + Primer Corrosion Protection System is able to withstand the toughest conditions.
February 2022
As part of the Level Crossing Removal Project, Coburg and Moreland Stations in Melbourne’s northern suburbs were revamped and raised above the ground by the North Western Program Alliance. We interviewed Roger Wood from Architectural firm Wood Marsh to learn more about the inspiration behind the two stations, what challenges were involved, and how lighting contributed to the architectural design.
February 2022
We recently sat down with Anne Truong from Wrap Engineering, to chat about how her passion for science and art unexpectedly led to a a career as a Specialist Lighting Designer.
In this interview, Anne shares her advice to other women considering a career in the Lighting Industry and how lighting is beneficial to society from aiding safety to managing sleeping patterns.
January 2022
Railway stations are vital to many commuters and impact drivers, cyclists, and neighbouring residents. With that in mind, there are numerous considerations to lighting for rail applications, from environmental sustainability and safety to minimising obtrusive light and creating community wellbeing. Read WE-EF’s latest publication and watch their interview with Buckford’s Anthony Strangis to learn more about these key aspects of rail lighting.
December 2021
Turn back the clock to 2019, when Buckford Illumination Group delivered the first lighting solution to North Melbourne Football Club’s Arden Street Oval.
In this case study, we unpack the challenges in implementing a brand new lighting scheme in an existing reserve pocketed within a built-up residential area. Learn why the Philips Optivision was the ideal solution to create a performance-enhancing atmosphere from day to night.
October 2021
Introducing the new DAC/DAS100 series range of luminaires from WE-EF. Available in 3 sizes, with lumens ranging from 1000 – 5300 lm the DAC100 surface mounted downlights, DAS100-PM suspended downlights and DAS100 catenary luminaires can be combined to provide a consistent design and lighting effect.
The expansion of the range includes both surface mounted and a new special pendant mounted luminaire. The DAC100 surface-mounted downlights and DAS100-PM pendant downlights make it possible to upgrade existing buildings with new illumination and enable light to be positioned precisely where it is needed for optimum effect.
October 2021
Back in July, some of our newer team members visited the WE-EF facilities in Braeside, Victoria for a deeper dive into their production process and extensive range of luminaires.
Read our blog to learn more about the factory tour, journey through LightBox Lane and what it was like to build a luminaire from BIG’s Project Coordinator, Erika.
October 2021
This week, we introduce you to Sales Engineer, Sam.
Sam previously worked as a lighting designer in Melbourne, San Francisco and New York City for numerous major international consultancies. Most recently Sam has been managing the East Coast of the USA for WE-EF Lighting before deciding to return to Melbourne to join Buckford VIC.
Read our interview with Sam to learn about why he loves what he does at Buckford, what he enjoys doing in his spare time and the piece of advice he’d give to his younger self.
October 2021
One of Australia’s leading and oldest regional art galleries, the Geelong Gallery, was recently illuminated with ERCO Eclipse spotlights. With the support of the #TurnTheLightsBackon fundraising campaign held by the gallery, Buckford supplied the brand-new lighting solution across their exhibition spaces.
Our latest blog discovers the benefits of the Eclipse luminaires and how they radically improve the gallery experience.
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