Emergency Lamps

How likely is a total power failure?
What is the best way to prepare for it?

Currently, the probability of a widespread collapse of the power grid in Germany is classified as very low - but it is also advisable to be prepared for a blackout or a regional brownout, which may only last a few hours – for example, by having rechargeable battery lamps with a switchable emergency light function and battery-operated flashlights ready to hand.

When do we speak of a blackout and when do we speak of a brownout?

In recent months, there has been more frequent talk of blackouts and brownouts in connection with a possible power outage or a short-term power cut in Germany. But what does this actually mean?

Blackout - widespread collapse of the power grid

A blackout is defined as a widespread collapse of the European transmission grid, something that has not happened since the Second World War. It could theoretically occur if the European transmission grid is confronted with several major disruptions at the same time - for example, due to a massive storm event that causes major damage to the grid. However, experts consider these large-scale power outages to be highly unlikely. What could theoretically become necessary, however, is a so-called brownout.
 

Brownout - controlled shutdown of the electricity grid

Brownout - or controlled load disconnection - refers to the targeted disconnection of individual regions and areas in order to save electricity and thus keep the grid stable. This has not happened in Germany since the Second World War and is considered a last resort by electricity grid operators when electricity demand can no longer be fully covered. Due to the tense situation on the electricity market, the problems of the nuclear power plants in France and the uncertainty of natural gas supplies, such brownouts have become somewhat more likely, but according to the grid operators, the risk is still rather low.
 

Source:
https://www.zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/bbk-blackout-stromabschaltung-winter-energiekrise-100.html
Status 23.11.2022, 12:50 p.m.

Are rechargeable batteries more environmentally friendly than disposable batteries?

Hand lamps with rechargeable batteries are much more environmentally friendly than mobile lights with disposable batteries.

Depending on the model and selected light mode, IVT and Staudte Hirsch work lights, hand lamps and hand lamps provide reliable light for between 4 and 35 hours.
 

Advantages of rechargeable battery technology – sustainability

• Depending on the design, rechargeable batteries can be charged several hundred to a thousand times
• Li-ion batteries can be recycled economically, disposable batteries cannot
• The production of batteries requires between 40 and 500 times more energy than they release during use
• According to the VDE, a battery charger has an efficiency of 90 to 95%

All IVT and Staudte Hirsch rechargeable lights are primarily designed as robust and versatile work lights and hand lamps. Thanks to their IP protection class (IP 44 to IP 67), they are suitable for indoor and outdoor use as powerful LED work lights.  The LED lamps can also be used indoors and outdoors as useful searchlights or reliable companions in the dark and for many leisure activities.



In addition, all battery-powered lights are equipped with a flashing function, i.e. the Staudte Hirsch work light SH-5.100, the IVT LED work light PL-850 and the LED work light PL-828 can also be used as a warning and signal light when an orange diffusing lens is fitted.