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Today, September 1st, 2016, is the day chosen for halogen bulbs to have a better life. Following the European legislation that promotes improved energy efficiency in the EU before the year 2020; we will no longer be able to buy halogens on market. The objective and the commitment is to invest in increasingly intelligent and efficient technologies for ourselves and for the environment.

The EU has been gradually removing the lamps considered to be more toxic and least efficient as happened with incandescent bulbs that definitively disappeared in 2012.

The Spanish Association of Manufacturers of Lighting (ANFALUM) states that today halogen technology represents only 10% of total lighting sales. Despite having better yields than traditional bulbs, halogens lamps, are still far from the results of the LED, the most efficient lighting in the market with savings of up to 80% compared to other types of lighting. This measure will encourage consumers to turn to LED technology which is capable of much higher performance in terms of quality, efficiency, reliability, safety, durability and ecology. These are advantages which we have talked about here before.

We will continue to find halogens lamps in shops until the stock finish (it is estimated that this will happen in six months approximately), but their manufacture and ordering is prohibited from today on. For this reason, if you want to save energy and help sustain the environment; do not hesitate and move to LED with Good Work.

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Surubing is the pure essence of clubbing. The Suruba duo consists of two talented and enterprising young men, Delmar and Alvaro. They are a pair of trending Spanish DJ’s on the Techo-House circuit in our country. After meeting while they were studying design, they threw themselves into the creation and management of Suruba. The trademark covers everything from music production to a line of clothing and merchandising. Their style, which leaves no one indifferent, made a dent in the underground scene to the point where the term “surubear” was coined to refer to good vibes, maximum enjoyment , jump and non-stop dance.

Strong electronic rhythms, mixed with expertise, reflect the experience and control they have in the DJ booth palpably from the first vinyl played. Despite their youth, they can already say that they have worked with greats such as Steve Lawler, Edu Imbernon, Pirupa, Chelonis R. Jones, Tigerskin, AFFKT, Alessio Mereu, among others. Ibiza was their springboard, an international trampoline, the epicenter of the worldwide party, an opportunity that they have certainly taken advantage to show off their best.

They know the power that moves on the track and interpret every moment. At Goodwork, we like to feel like our customers feel, so we put ourselves in their skin to materialize and realize their ideas. Once again, from the hand of the ICONIC agency, who was charged with the Surubing sign design, we have created a consistent and exclusive product. It is a sign in harmony with the Surubing experience: fresh, vibrant and self-assured; which vary chromatically thanks to GW Flex Strip Power RGB. At Goodwork we want to illuminate your leisure.

Do not hesitate and move to the LED with Goodwork.

Technology has always been closely linked to the development of the Olympic Games. Each new edition have shown of the latest technological advances. Sport is a field in which research is continuous and is always linked to improved technology: The celebration of this sporting event, is a worldwide showcase and an ideal place to show off all the “heavy artillery” in innovation. Some of these important technological milestones were, for example:

– Electronic timers in 1912

– The first live radio broadcast in 1924

– The first televised broadcast in 1936. An exciting historical achievement that enabled us to turn on the TV at home and enjoy any of the competitions

– The first official website of the Olympic Games that was created in 1996 and attracted nearly 200 millions visits (incredible for that time)

– Video replay which greatly helped the judges in making decisions in 2002

– The total global interconnectivity in 2012, which, through servers, computers, tablets, smartphones… everybody could be connected and comment on the Olympic Games in real time

Rio 2016 Olympic Games have kept pace in terms of innovation and are giving ample evidence of this fact . As far as lighting is concerned, they have largely opted for LEDs in offices spaces. They have used some 200.000 lights distributed between the Olympic and Paralympic Village, the Carloca Arenas facilities, Maracaná Stadium, the Brazilian Paralympic Center and Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon. In all, more than 40 locations covering more than 4 million square meters will beefficiently and intelligently illuminated (equivalent to 1.068 football fields). This will mean energy savings of 50% (the largest so far known in the Olympics) and greater control of light through smart city systems that allow remote scheduling, regulation of the power and intensity, etc.

LED technology provides a great visual comfort, not only to more than 10.000 athletes that are competing, but also for workers, passersby, drivers, etc. without neglecting the importance it also has for good lighting quality in high-resolution and 4k retransmissions. And, the best of all of these changes is, that after the games have finished, the locals will continue to enjoy the benefits of efficient and comfortable lighting.

LED (Lighting Emitting Diode) is a semiconductor diode capable of emitting light. The first LED was developed in 1927, but it was not until the sixties when it was used for industrial purposes. Since then, research continued in this sector and it is currently considered the most efficient form of lighting, used in countless devices that provide better quality of life to our daily lives.

We give the reasons why moving to LED is the best choice for the future and the best option for your health and wellness and for your pocket.

1. Ecological and Enviromentally friendly

LED technology is the most environmentally friendly because it does not have mercury and it is recyclable. The traditional bulbs contains tungsten. The halogen bulbs contains fluorine, bromine, chlorine, iodine, halogen and tungsten in the gaseous state; and the fluorescent bulbs contains mercury. All of them are very toxic. LED complies with European RoHS regulations, which refers to Directive 2002/95 / EC Restriction of (six in particular) Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment, adopted in February 2003 by the European Union.

2. Reduce C02 Emissions

The concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is increasing since the nineteenth century and the rate of increase accelerated at the end of the twentieth century. CO2 creates an important greenhouse effect. Burning carbon fuels, since the Industrial Revolution, has rapidly increased its concentration in the atmosphere, which has led to global warming.

The extreme efficiency of LED bulbs translates into significant savings in CO2 emissions and sulfur into the atmosphere. A single LED bulb prevents the emission of 10 kilos of CO2 in one year. In short, the LED takes care of our ecosystem.

3. It is healthy

LED bulbs do not contain mercury and do not emit infrared or ultraviolet radiation. This means they are less harmful to your health and reduce eye fatigue and skin problems. With the creation of the LED, the annoying flicker noise produced by traditional bulbs disappeared and it also dissolved the discomfort, headache and anxiety. Furthermore, by not emitting ultraviolet rays, it does not attract unwanted insects.

4. Saving and energy efficiency

There is no doubt that in these times, all we care about is saving our electricity bill. Thanks to the efficient use of energy, LED use 65% less energy than energy-saving light bulbs and 90% less than traditional incandescent bulbs.

LED technology uses 90% of the energy to produce light and 10% produces heat. In the case of conventional incandescent values ​​are reversed: 90% produces heat and only 10% produces light. Given that, contrary to all conventional lights, only a small part of the energy consumed by the LED lamps is wasted by emitting heat, and the energy-saving represents 50% to 80%, which makes that the initial investment is amortized quickly. LED does not need to be pre-heated and therefore you have an immediate ignition. For example, when using the air conditioning, as the LED emits almost no heat, the thermal sensation will not be as warm and save on the expense of using this device.

The low power consumption of LED technology also keeps lighting with a small generator if there is a power failure. They are very practical in installations with ignition systems motion sensor.

From 2013, the European Union’s objective is to reduce the consumption of electricity used for lighting by at least 20% before 2020. This will be achieved through a massive deployment of solutions based on state lighting solid in Europe. In 2015, the European Parliament adopted a law on energy efficiency in member states must renewed a minimum of public buildings annually and imposes energy audits for large companies. This would save 50.000 million euros a year.

5. Long lasting

LED bulbs are not made filament to break or burn, so they have a lifespan of about 50.000 hours compared to 2.000 hours of a standard bulb; this means, between 20 and 30 years in use 10 hours a day for 365 days a year. This translates in a great saving in maintenance costs since they do not have to be constantly replacing lighting and it is perfect for installations where maintenance is very complicated, expensive or with restricted access.

Also, because the power consumption is much lower, the electrical implementation of LED lamps are made with small-gauge cable, directly translated into saving in cabling and installation.

6. Chromatic Variety

LED offers greater color control. There is a wide range of possible colors by combining different LEDs and when additional filters are used, production costs are reduced and the color is purer and brighter than a traditional bulb. They have a very high rate of color reproduction (80 of 100), so that the distortion is reduced in color reproduction and the fidelity of tone is higher. Furthermore, they suit every environment and can reproduce warm light, cold light, natural light…

7. Addressable light

While all other lighting systems rely on reflectors to achieve scatter light (causing a portion of it to be lost), the light from an LED can focus without the need for additional lenses, and so it will not suffer loss or scattering of light and can be directed to the area which must be illuminated with an efficiency of 90%. So that, we can avoid glare and the right amount of light is emitted. No more and no less.

The fact of not having to use reflectors to focus light also means less cost for the same beam.

8. Versatility and innovation

Thanks to the wide range of shapes and colors of the LED, they can replace almost any luminaire. LED technology adapts to the aesthetic needs of each lighting design. It is flexible and it is easy to regulate the intensity, and tone. Unlike fluorescent lights for example, this technology supports low temperatures down to -40°C, making them suitable for installation in places such as cold rooms.

9. Vibration resistance

LED technology has a high resistance to shocks because it is placed in solid state devices and with the absence of filaments and sensitive parts, which are not as fragile as conventional bulbs and resist large variations in vibration and it ensures temperature continuity of correct lighting. LED technology avoids the risk of accidents due to rupture of the bulb and reduce waste production.

10. Safe luminaires

They are extremely durable and stable thanks to its solid state construction and supporting more heat and humidity. What also makes it safer to avoid burns when changing and cuts, if they break. Their ignition is instantaneous and supports most extreme temperatures, so there is no danger in there spaces where the temperature must be tightly controlled.

11. Adjustable

The LEDs are directly compatible and easily controlled through tools to set the% of light you want to emit and the brightness of these. They can operate in any percentage of nominal power as they are regulated.

As you can see, LED technology is not a fad, it is a world full of possibilities. And this is only the beginning. Do not hesitate and move to LED with Good Work.

Pic: Fontgas

Located in one of the liveliest, most visited and most photographed places in the city, is the new Group La Reina’s establishment, a Valencian company that just opened the doors its new restaurant, located at Plaza de la Reina 19. A gastronomic oasis that combines quality and tradition of the Valencian cuisine with a modern touch. Fresh, natural and seasonal products brought from the market directly to your table.

The restaurant retains the essence of the original Taberna de La Reina, with an open-kitchen, but this time specializes in tasty dishes cooked on the grill. In charge of the kitchen is the Valencian chef, Juan Casamayor, winner of the best sandwich in “Madrid Fusion 2014” and the owner of the company Cooking Business. Casamayor will be accompanied by Alejandro Rosell, who has been part of the kitchen staff from some of the best restaurants in Valencia. Every Thursday there is an after-work appointment. This is a known proposal that the Group La Reina held since 2011 in several of its premises, but this time it is released under the name “Laperitiu”. A meeting to have a good time with friends and co-workers and enjoy the best appetizers.

At Good Work we give the same passion when making our lighting designs as Mercat de la Reina in their dishes, and that’s why they once again entrusted us to illuminate their new establishment keeping the identity of the place. We are aware that the customer experience in a restaurant is based on three main objectives: service, food and atmosphere; and this last point, in which we take care to create a comfortable atmosphere, contributing to the customer experience is unforgettable. The lighting was adjusted to the architecture and aesthetics of the restaurant, respecting the interior design and mimicking the luminaires with the environment. This time we used the products GW Eco Slim Downlight 8W and 18W, and GW Ecolamp 5W to create a 3000ºK color consistency, reproducing natural light. It is a diffuse and homogeneous light, with the correct intensity. A light without excessive glare and shadows. We have achieved the ideal lighting to appreciate the textures of the food and to communicate with others in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere with visual comfort.

Do not hesitate and move to LED with Good Work.

Recently we attended the opening of the new location of Aachen Clinic, specializing in counseling and care of your pet, that provides veterinary services, grooming for dogs and cats, offering food and accessories company; directed by veterinary Amparo García Tamarit.

Aachen Clinic is located in the same street, Tres Forques 49. The stablishment is 258,00 m2 and has: recepcion, waiting room and shop, five consultations, ultrasound room, x-ray room, laboratory-preoperative room, operating room, hospitalization, hairdresser, meeting room, public and private toilet and two warehouses. The project was designed and directed by the architects, Jose Manuel Díez Rotea and Marta Prieto Rotea, the industrial engineer, Javier Zubiri Bosch and the rigger, Isidro Fernández Gondar.

Aachen entrusted us to illuminate their new space, choosing our products with the idea of ​​creating a uniform, defined and comfortable light, avoiding unwanted shadows and contrasts with a natural color temperature. At Good Work know that good lighting is essential when you are working, so our LED lights do not emit ultraviolet or infrared light, which makes it the healthiest way for human and animals vision.

For this project we used the GW Eco Downlight 24W and GW LED Panel with GW Tubes T8, which provided us with a homogeneous lighting with low heat and energy-saving of 50%. Also we used the  GW Power Ecospot 7W and highlighted certain areas. The design was adapted to customer needs and personalized finishes and trims in nickel, harmonizing the style of the clinic.

The result, a modern, elegant and pleasant environment and a beneficial light for health workers, customers and patients.

Do not hesitate and move to LED with Good Work.

After our recently successful passage through the EXPO ALCALDÍA in Zaragoza, the salon of equipment and services for municipalities and territorial entities, where we presented our latest technological developments concerning street lighting; Sebastian Rothfuss, COO of Goodwork International, talks about energy efficiency in this interesting interview for the journal of economics and business, Cinco Días.

Sebastian Rothfuss emphasizes why Goodwork International is a strong candidate when you are choosing high quality LED products. These products get energy savings in less time. It is not about saving light, but to illuminate better consuming less electricity and supporting economic and ecological sustainability.

In Goodwork International we are ready to contribute to make real smart cities. And what about you? Are you ready?

Do not hesitate. Move to the LED with the quality of Goodwork.

The term Li-Fi, refers to Fidelity of Light and refers to wireless communications systems, fast and inexpensive technology employing a bi-directional data transmission communicating by visible light.

This light transmits information data through visible light pulses which are received by an optical router. The bulb must have a transmitter chip or a small transmitter antenna to make it a bright router so that bulb is capable of emitting the Li-Fi waves to be picked up by light receivers such as mobile, tablets, TVs, cameras, computers or smart appliances.

In 2010, physicist Harald Haas of the University of Edinburgh (UK) founded the project D-Light. In 2011 he began promoting Li-Fi to market it and it is then when we hear about it for the first time. It was during the TED4 Conference on “Communication with visible light” in which Haas (who performed the test before everyone) explained why the use of LED bulbs for this technology: “Because LED bulbs are semiconductors devices, the current, and thus the optical output can be modulated at extremely high speeds that can be detected by a photodetector and then the device transforms it back into electric current.

The intensity modulation is imperceptible to the human eye, and therefore communication is transparent. Using this technique, high-speed information can be transmitted from an LED bulb to a receiver.” In late 2011 different groups and companies in the industry formed the Li-Fi Consortium in order to publicize and promote this technology.

As the same Haas says: “The data transmission using an LED bulb is free, not to mention the LED bulbs, which themselves are extremely efficient.” Once again it demonstrated the value and effectiveness of LED lighting; and the best thing is that the infrastructure for this technology already exists, since it is increasingly common to see LED light in our environment. But… do we really know what advantages LI-FI has over Wi-Fi? Let us summarize what this technology can bring us:

• The biggest difference between Li-Fi and Wi-Fi is that although both are electromagnetic waves that carry data, the Li-Fi does this through visible light while uses Wi-Fi, microwaves. Thus the problem of saturation of the RF spectrum which reduces the speed of current connections is exceeded
• Li-Fi technology is up to ten times cheaper than Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi is a radio frequency communication, so its cost is higher than that of Li-Fi. It is much simpler and uses methods similar to those used in infrared low-cost direct modulation communications devices (such as remote controls, for example)
• No need for wiring
• You can reach transmission speeds of up to 224 Gbps, it means about 100 times faster than the optical fiber used by Wi-Fi
• Not harmful to health and is imperceptible to the human eye
• Any bulb or fixture can become a router easily and economically so. Just put in an Li-Fi transmitter and the light bulb becomes a data transmitter
• Not through walls, light is much safer than the kind of electromagnetic waves with which operates the Wi-Fi. It will be much more difficult for someone to access your connection, so it is very useful in places where safety is paramount, and bank offices
• The electric light does not disturb or interfere with communication, it does not cause interference with other systems. It does not interfere with the frequency bands used for transmitting information via Wi-Fi
• Energetically, it is more efficient than Wi-Fi

It is anticipated that the Li-Fi technology will be popular by 2019. We are moving towards more optimal and intelligent cities and Li-Fi, is just another example of this.