What is PD CEN/TS 17165 - Lighting system design process about?
PD CEN/TS 17165 discusses the Lighting system design process. Light allows us to see visual tasks and their surrounding area effectively and efficiently in comfort, safety, and security, in all conditions. Furthermore, light affects our circadian rhythms, mood, improves our performance and well-being.
PD CEN/TS 17165 sets out the general frame of a lighting system design process that can be applied to the lighting of any project including smart buildings.
Note 1: The process in PD CEN/TS 17165 does not apply to:
- Specialized lighting systems, (historic buildings, stage, studio, dentist, operating table, etc.)
- Lighting built into machinery or medical equipment
- Temporary lighting installations
Note 2: PD CEN/TS 17165 is not applicable to the design of the relevant electrical system and structures.
Who is PD CEN/TS 17165 - Lighting system design process for?
PD CEN/TS 17165 on the lighting system design process is useful for:
- Light manufacturers
- Design engineers
- Interior and exterior designers
- Architect
- Builders
- Quality control personnel
Why should you use PD CEN/TS 17165 - Lighting system design process?
PD CEN/TS 17165 provides the steps to be taken in the lighting system design process and lists responsibilities for the implementation and operation of the lighting solution. The aim of the process is:
- To design lighting system solutions for sustainable lighting quality based on recommendations in the relevant lighting application standards, for the wellbeing of users and for a pleasant built environment.
- To ensure that the light requirements are fulfilled with energy-efficient solutions (luminaire and control system) with data that can be used in energy calculations.
- To list the equipment information to be used in the installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance of the lighting system over the years and the decommissioning process, and to compile the documents defining the designed lighting system solution. The described lighting system design process applies to all projects of buildings and facilities whether new or refurbished in the lighting sector
