Swedish Innovation and Design!
VALDUR is a groundbreaking Swedish innovation that sets a new standard for sustainable and efficient street lighting. The luminaire is made from thermoset composite, a high-tech material already used in aerospace, aviation, defense, and railway industry. Combining lightweight durability with natural electrical insulation, making VALDUR ideal for demanding environments.
The thermoset composite’s exceptional resistance to corrosion, UV radiation, chemicals, salts, and high temperatures ensures long-lasting performance, even under the toughest conditions. The patented heat dissipation technology keeps the LED diodes operating within safe temperature limits, enhancing both their lifespan and performance.
Tested under extreme conditions, including temperatures up to +35°C, VALDUR is suited for use in warm climates like the Mediterranean, where it meets the rigorous demands for durable and reliable lighting.
iF DESIGN AWARD 2024 Winner!
Product - Public Design
POLAB Celebrates the Honor of Winning the iF DESIGN AWARD 2024 It is with profound pride and joy that we announce POLAB's achievement of winning the iF Design Award 2024. This prestigious award is a testament to our dedication to crafting innovative and accessible lighting solutions that resonate with our users' needs.
Since 1954, the iF DESIGN AWARD has been recognized as a hallmark of quality for outstanding design. The iF Design brand is globally celebrated for its exceptional design services, and the iF DESIGN AWARD stands as one of the most prestigious design prizes in the world.
Länk: iF Design - VALDUR
GERMAN DESIGN AWARD 2024 Winner!
Excellent Product Design - Lighting
It is a great honor to be internationally recognized, as a winner at the German Design Award 2024, for over seven decades, the German Design Council has been recognized for its outstanding achievements and contributions in the fields of design and product development.
The VALDUR street light uses cutting-edge technology to use Thermoset composites instead of aluminium. This reduces the environmental impact and guarantees a longer lifespan, especially in demanding environments such as by the sea, where humidity is high and the air is very salty. Thermoset composites withstand environmental stress better than aluminium, which often requires corrosion protection. With its modern design and efficient light, this lamp is ideal for urban and harsh environments.
German Design Award international expert jury:
"The modern design of the VALDUR street lamp combines aesthetics and functionality in a remarkable way. The use of cutting-edge technology and innovative composite materials makes VALDUR a pioneer in street lighting. The efficient light output of this lantern contributes to the sustainability of urban lighting. The harmonious fusion of advanced technology and contemporary design makes VALDUR not only a powerful light source, but also an aesthetic highlight in urban spaces," was the verdict of the international expert jury.
Länk: German Design Award - VALDUR
Länk: German Design Council
Thermoset composite (SMC)
Engineered for Harsh Environments
Thermoset composites (SMC) are stronger and lighter than metals, offering a high strength-to-weight ratio. VALDUR luminaires are pressed under high pressure 400 tons, creating a tough, dimensionally stable material that withstands extreme stress without deforming.
Key Features:
- Sustainability: Low CO2 emissions and lighter weight help reduce environmental impact. The material generates 2 kg of CO2 per kilo, significantly lower than aluminum's 16 kg per kilo,
- Corrosion and Chemical Resistance: Ideal for marine, industrial, and chemical environments.
- Lightweight and Durable: Superior strength-to-weight ratio reduces material usage and eases installation. Our thermoset composites are about 30-40% lighter than aluminum, reducing transportation costs and carbon emissions.
- UV Resistance: Thermoset composites provide strong resistance to UV radiation, maintaining structural integrity and performance even with prolonged sun exposure. No protective paint or coating is required.
- Electrical Insulation: The material’s inherent electrical insulating properties make it ideal for lighting applications, reducing the risk of electrical faults.
- Fire Resistance: Thermoset composites are fire-resistant, adding safety in environments where flammability is a concern.
- Long Service Life: Thermoset composites exhibit minimal wear and degradation over time, ensuring long-term performance without frequent maintenance or replacements.
signify Philips komponenter
Our close collaboration with Signify/Philips ensures access to high-quality components and expertise in LED technology. The integrated diodes offer a combination of high brightness and lower energy consumption. The driving electronics from Philips are known for their reliability, ensuring smooth and stable operation, which is essential for long-term use and minimized maintenance cost.
These high-quality components are the core of VALDUR, enabling a new era of energy-efficient, sustainable, and flexible lighting for a variety of environments. The combination of POLAB's innovative design and Philips' technical knowledge that has supported us during the development results in a fixture that stands out both for its high performance and its energy efficiency.
Optic lenses from Bjb
Beyond the standard optics chosen for VALDUR, we offer a wide variety of lenses from BJB, specially tailored for our Philips diode modules. This allows us to customize and adjust the lighting to specific requirements or preferences.
Pending patent
This advanced heat dissipation technology is critical to ensuring the expected lifespan of LED diodes in a compact composite-based lighting fixtures.
By effectively dissipating heat, the system keeps the diodes within their optimal temperature range, crucial for maintaining their performance and durability, especially in demanding environments.
Zhaga - Adaptable lighting
Zhaga sockets are designed to facilitate future control options in lighting fixtures. With Zhaga, you can easily integrate different control systems, such as DALI, dimming, presence sensors, or daylight regulation, into your lighting fixtures. This allows for upgrading or changing lighting functions without replacing the entire fixture, providing a flexible and cost-effective solution to keep your lighting modern and adapted to new technologies and needs.
