3 Keys to Surviving Harsh Environments: IK10, IP68 & Marine Powder Coating
How We Engineer LED Fixtures for Real-World Challenges
When working on lighting projects for ports, oil facilities, coastal cities, or high-vandalism areas, one question always comes up:
“Will this light survive the real environment?”
Over 12 years in the LED industry, we’ve seen many beautiful product specs fail due to environmental neglect. So today, I want to share 3 essential factors we always apply when delivering lighting systems for harsh environments.
1️⃣ IK10 – Impact Resistance You Can Trust
Whether it’s accidental impact from tools or intentional vandalism, IK10-rated enclosures provide the highest level of mechanical protection.
✅ We implemented IK10 floodlights for a sports facility in Africa—no more cracked housings or shattered glass after heavy use.
2️⃣ IP68 – Sealed Against Dust & Water
In outdoor or industrial settings, dust, water ingress, and humidity are major threats. IP68 ensures complete protection, even during submersion or heavy rain.
✅ A Middle Eastern client required floodlights for sandstorm-prone regions. IP65 units failed after 6 months. Our IP68 design, fully sealed and potted, has been running over 2 years without incident.
3️⃣ Marine-Grade Powder Coating – The Silent Protector
Salt spray corrosion is a real killer for fixtures in coastal or offshore environments. Standard powder coating often isn’t enough.
That’s why we use:
🟦 Marine-grade polyester powder coating ✅ Passed 3000+ hours salt spray test ✅ Widely used in offshore platforms and seaside projects
🧠 What We’ve Learned
💬 “High specs on paper don’t always translate to high performance on-site.”
That’s why in our lighting solutions:
- IK10 is the standard
- IP68 is the baseline
- Marine powder coating is a must-have
We don’t just design products—we engineer for survival.
