ABACUS LIGHTING LTD
ODDICROFT LANE
SUTTON IN ASHFIELD
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE NG17 5FT
Tel: 01623 511 111
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Suppliers of: Street Lighting, Lighting masts, lighting columns, Exterior Lighting, Luminaires, Illuminated Bollards, Amenity Lights, Car Park Lighting, Floodlights, Stadium Lighting
Abacus Lighting, established in 1958, is a leading provider of innovative lighting solutions. The company specialises in designing, manufacturing, and installing high-quality lighting products for the rail industry. Abacus focuses strongly on sustainability and energy efficiency and serves various sectors, including infrastructure, sports, car parks, amenities, and public areas. The company is known for its pioneering columns, masts, and intelligent lighting systems that enhance safety and visibility. Committed to excellence, Abacus Lighting combines cutting-edge technology with exceptional customer service to meet the evolving needs of global markets.
In the 1970s, British Rail adopted the Abacus base-hinged column as standard across all its platforms, car parks, and rail sidings. This legacy can still be seen and utilised for retrofitting at most Network Rail stations today.
Abacus’s product range now includes many new technologies to address modern-day challenges, including the specifiable and retrofittable York Hinge for converting existing fixed columns into raise and lower columns. The York Hinge is suitable for use with a range of luminaires including the latest addition to the Abacus lighting range, the EOS rail lantern.
The EOS LED rail lantern offers six optic options, three body sizes, and various wattages. It can be installed as either a top- or side-mounted rail lantern to provide a lighting solution for virtually any rail scheme.
Abacus’s Quartz Evo LED bollard is available in non-conductive GRP or robust steel/alloy versions and offers unrivalled spacing between bollards. Designed specifically for the rail industry the Quartz Evo bollard offers savings on cost, time, and energy because fewer bollards are needed to outshine the competition while achieving the same safety standards.
The Orion Pro LED luminaire is retrofittable and provides superb railway station car park security and safety illumination. Designed for lighting large areas to lighting safety standards. The Orion Pro LED luminaire ensures maximum spacing between columns and has up to 500W, 360o Symmetrical or 180o Asymmetrical options. In addition to market-leading light distribution, accessory attachments for enhanced efficiency or security can be used with the Orion Pro LED Luminaires, through its Zhaga control sockets to run PIRs or CCTV cameras. Read more
Abacus Lighting Key Products:
Orion Pro Luminaire
The Abacus Orion Pro LED floodlight is a cutting-edge lighting solution that provides efficient and high-quality illumination for various outdoor spaces such as car parks, stations, and platforms. It meets the British standard BS5489 and European standard BS EN12464-1, making it perfect for urban centres and public amenity areas. With its advanced LED technology, the Orion Pro LED luminaire offers superior brightness and delivers significant energy savings, contributing to a reduced environmental impact. Read more
Quartz Evo LED Bollard
Introducing Abacus Lighting’s Quartz Evo LED bollard, the next generation of bollard lighting with greater spaces between bollards than the market leaders. This bollard combines the trusted design of LED Quartz with the latest advancements in optical and glass-fibre-reinforced polyester (GRP) technologies.
Our GRP range provides a non-conductive and passively safe alternative to steel, making it perfect for rail schemes. The Quartz Evo bollard is also available in a steel/alloy version, offering durability and the option to retrofit alloy head units onto existing steel bases. Read more
EOS Rail & Road Lantern
The Abacus EOS lantern offers an LED lighting solution suitable for both rail and road applications. It comes in a wide range of wattages, unit sizes, optics, and fitting options to choose from. With a comprehensive range of lumen outputs and three lantern body sizes, the EOS provides a lighting solution for virtually any road or rail scheme. The EOS lantern is IP66 ingress-protected with a durable powder-coated finish that has been tested for use in harsh environments commonly found in the rail and highways industry. Read more
Fixed, Raise & Lower Columns and Masts:
Abacus columns and masts have been used in rail infrastructure for many years. Our portfolio includes RL (Raise & Lower) columns, base-hinged masts, and RLW (Raise & Lower by Winch) specifically designed to save time, money, and effort when installing, retrofitting, servicing, and maintaining lighting for the rail industry. Read more
Further technical information is available to download from the BPi Download Library or from the Manufacturer’s own website.
Abacus Lighting Wins King’s Award For Enterprise 2025
Celebrating Excellence in International Trade.
We are proud to announce that Abacus Lighting has been awarded the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise in the category of International Trade 2025. This esteemed recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to delivering quality, world-class external LED lighting and mast solutions across global markets.
For over 65 years, Abacus Lighting has been at the forefront of the lighting industry, designing and manufacturing innovative, high-performance LED lighting systems from our headquarters and manufacturing plant in Nottingham, UK. From iconic sports venues like Kensington Oval and Lord’s cricket grounds to critical infrastructure across continents, our reach and reputation have continued to grow, culminating in this royal recognition.
Leaders In Lighting Solutions:
Our comprehensive product portfolio includes industry-leading luminaires and custom-built mast solutions engineered for exceptional performance.
Key products include:
Orion Pro – Our versatile LED luminaire for multiple sectors
EOS – High-output LED lighting for demanding environments
Challenger 1 & Challenger 3 – LED Floodlighting solutions for sports and large area illumination
Challenger MAKO – Cricket-specific LED floodlight for professional stadia
Quartz Evo GRP Bollard – Illuminated LED bollards designed for durability and non-conductivity in rail environments
Custom Manufactured High Masts and Columns:
We also bespoke manufacture fixed, raise/lower, and hydraulic and pneumatic telescopic high masts and columns, each tailor-made to our clients’ specifications. This unique capability allows Abacus Lighting to deliver complete, turnkey lighting solutions that meet the exacting needs of our clients, both nationally and internationally.
Lighting the Way in Key Sectors:
Our global success is built on delivering tailored solutions for a wide range of industry sectors:
Sports Training Grounds & Stadia
Education – Schools & Universities
Healthcare & Leisure Centres
Ports – Sea, Air & Rail
Retail Parks, Supermarkets, Car Parks & Container Yards
Holiday Camps, Urban Parks & Large Amenity Spaces
Our UK clients trust us to deliver resilient, sustainable LED lighting that meets the needs of each unique project, and The King’s Award ensures that trust now extends worldwide.
A Royal Honour, A Team Achievement:
Winning the King’s Award for Enterprise is a testament to our international success and a celebration of the talented Abacus lighting team, our loyal clients, and global partners who make our mission possible. As we look to the future, Abacus Lighting remains dedicated to innovation, quality, and global service, shining brighter than ever on the world stage.
Let’s Talk Lighting
For lighting solution, installation, or maintenance enquiries, please contact us at:
email: info@abacuslighting.com
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website : www.abacuslighting.com
Abacus Lighting - Ingles FC Football Club
About our Client
Ingles FC is a Leicestershire-based football club founded in 1972. Competing in the Midland Football League, they are dedicated to developing local talent and promoting grassroots football.
Known for their focus on teamwork and sportsmanship, Ingles FC also runs youth development programs to support aspiring players. Beyond football, the club actively engages with local initiatives, strengthening its community ties.
With a proud history and commitment to growth, Ingles FC continues to make a positive impact both on and off the pitch.
The Challenge
Ingles FC was looking for a solution to improve visibility for both players and spectators, reduce energy consumption, and minimise light pollution.
The existing fixed high masts located at the pitchside required protective padding to be applied before each match in order to prevent injury to players during collisions.
Additionally, the placement of these masts obstructed the view of the game. Since the masts were fixed, heavy lifting equipment was necessary to access the pitch for maintenance or repairs. This process was time-consuming, and the equipment often caused damage to the pitch surface.
The Solution
Ingles FC selected Abacus Lighting to deliver a high-performance illumination project for their ground. Abacus installed 12 Challenger 1 floodlights (CH1), equipped with overspill cowls to reduce light pollution and minimise the impact on surrounding areas. To enhance spectator views and improve safety, six 15-meter masts were placed around the perimeter of the pitch, positioned behind the fencing and replacing the previous masts that were located at the pitch side. Abacus Lighting managed the entire process, including design, supply, and installation, ensuring a seamless and professional service. The project was completed within a 3-4 week timeframe, meeting all agreed deadlines.
The Challenger 1 floodlights provided Ingles FC with reliable, energy-efficient, and low-maintenance lighting, enhancing the experience for both players and spectators on match days.
By replacing the existing fixed masts with Abacus’s (HL250) base hinge masts, the need for heavy machinery to access the pitch for maintenance and repairs was eliminated, saving the club the cost of hiring expensive equipment and the risk of damage to the pitch.
The new base hinge masts were installed behind the perimeter fence of the pitch, which saved the club time as protective covers are no longer required around the base of the masts on match days. This improvement has also enhanced the viewing experience by providing spectators with unobstructed views of the pitch during matches.
This successful project highlights Abacus Lighting’s expertise in delivering tailored solutions for sports facilities, ensuring optimal lighting performance for players, fans, and the wider community.
Energy Efficiency: The new LED lighting system reduces energy consumption by up to 50%, leading to substantial cost savings on electricity bills.
Lower Maintenance Costs: With a longer operational lifespan, the Orion Pro requires less frequent replacements and repairs, further reducing maintenance expenses.
Enhanced Safety: Consistent and bright lighting improves visibility in the car park, enhancing safety for both customers and staff, and deterring potential security issues.
Environmental Impact: The reduced energy consumption translates to a smaller carbon footprint which contributes to Tesco’s sustainability targets and environmental stewardship.
Direct Retrofit: The Orion Pro LED serves as a direct retrofit to the twin lamp 400W Orion 1, simplifying the upgrade process without the need for significant modifications.
Versatile Beam Distribution: The Orion Pro LED is available in 180-degree asymmetrical and 360-degree symmetrical beam distribution options, allowing for tailored lighting solutions to meet the specific needs of the car park.
Meeting The Standards: Abacus Lighting’s specialist lighting design team specified the Orion Pro LED to increase energy efficiency and because the Orion Pro meets the British Safety Standard BS5489 and European Safety Standard BS EN12464-1 for lighting urban centres and public amenity areas.
