BRILLIANT

PLAYS
SPORTS LIGHTING
BETTER
LIGHT
BETTER
PLAYS

WE MAKE LIGHT WORK

 BRILLIANT
PLAYS
Sports affect us emotionally, captivate us and significantly
contribute to that passion and excitement. The following
guide provides an overview of key aspects to consider when
planning and designing a lighting installation for brilliant
plays in sports venues.

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BORUSSIA DORTMUND STADIUM,
SIGNAL IDUNA PARK, GERMANY
 NICE TO
MEET YOU

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 INSIDE

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SEE ALL Light for people, places and the
THE ACTION environment

SIX FACTORS
10
How advanced lighting technologies
THAT COUNT can transform sports venues

THE WHOLE
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An overview of sports lighting
LIGHTING PICTURE facilities

STADIUMS
16 Making arenas come alive

INDOOR
26
Illuminating the fun and
ARENAS fascination

SWIMMING
POOLS 32 Immersed in the excitement

TRAINING AND
RECREATIONAL
FACILITIES
38 Accentuating personal
achievements

WINTER SPORTS
50 Highlighting pristine moments

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Giving brightness to many
OTHER SPORTS
physical activities

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Product Highlights and
HIGHLIGHTS
Control Solutions

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 SEE ALL THE
ACTION
At professional and recreational sports facilities just as
in other areas of life, light affects everything – people,
places as well as the environment. Modern lighting
technologies take all of these factors into consideration
while enabling people to clearly see all the action.

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LIGHT
FOR PEOPLE
Sports lighting not only provides visibility and
clarity. It also enhances the entertainment
factor, stimulates enthusiasm and emotions for
players, officials and, of course, the fans – those
present at the venue, as well as those watching
on TV at home.

LIGHT
FOR PLACES
Light is an integral part of today’s sports venues.
From the field of play to dynamic facades and
dramatic light shows – good colour rendition,
flicker free installations and proper uniformity are
key enablers for sporting events.

LIGHT FOR THE

ENVIRONMENT
The sheer power of sports lighting is an
environmental factor that must be considered
carefully. Thorn solutions minimise light pollution to
neighbours and wildlife nearby with cutting-edge
optics while also saving energy with smart controls.

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 SIX FACTORS
THAT COUNT
IN SPORTS LIGHTING

Advanced lighting technologies can transform venues,

creating unforgettable experiences for sports fans.
Six factors in particular play a key role.

01
THE RIGHT DESIGN

When designing lighting installations, every sports facility is different.

From large arenas to small practice fields, indoor halls to outdoor
complexes, every sports venue generally requires an individual lighting
solution. To facilitate the design work at stadiums, Thorn developed
a digital tool that creates a 3D visualisation of the facility. It enables
clients to take a virtual walk through the lit arena prior to installation.

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 Altis
02
LED LIGHTING

Thanks to their long life, low energy consumption, flexibility and

falling prices, LEDs are gradually replacing most lighting applications.
LED light quality has seen massive improvements in recent years. At
small-scale venues such as tennis courts, sports halls, small municipal
projects, they have already become the norm. Large stadiums are
also beginning to switch to LED technology. With Altis, Thorn offers
a dedicated LED floodlight backed by more than 90 years of lighting
experience.

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REDUCING LIGHT
POLLUTION

When illuminating sports venues, it is

important to make sure that the light
is directed only where it is needed,
thereby minimising light pollution
and glare for nearby buildings and
surrounding areas. Advanced optical
controls ensure that the light is
precisely directed to the intended
location.

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 SIX FACTORS THAT COUNT

04
LIGHT JUST RIGHT FOR TV

For stadiums that host televised events,

broadcasting specifications are a key lighting
consideration. Developments such as HD and
4K TV, improved colour rendering ratings (TLCI
– Television Lighting Consistency Index) and
super-slow-motion replays have raised the bar
for quality. However, maintaining high light levels
with no visible flicker also poses key challenges.
Modern LED stadium lighting technologies
greatly minimise flicker levels – as well as the
concerns of TV camera operators.

71.44 84.25 77.43 96.06 71.35 92.90

62.63 89.50 79.48 55.61 91.32 54.72 TLCI COLOUR

CHART
The Television Lighting Consistency Index
(TLCI) is used to evaluate light quality. It
84.17 86.45 44.34 76.23 42.72 57.43 measures the spectral power distribution
of a luminaire using a spectroradiometer,
analyses its television performance, and
assigns a colour value on a scale from
0 to 100. These are displayed vis-à-vis the
97.68 96.39 98.91 99.32 99.63 99.83 reference values.

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PRECISE CONTROL

With LED technology, lighting installations are up Controlling the light, however, plays an increasingly
and operating at full power capacity in less than important role. Whether for training sessions,
20 milliseconds or 1/50th of a second. Lighting professional games or large-scale events, light levels and
challenges such as power outages are a thing of the uniformity must be configured precisely for various
past with LEDs. scenes and scenarios.

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CREATIVE EFFECTS

Advanced lighting technologies available

today have opened up entirely new
possibilities for venues. Thanks to LEDs
and sophisticated control systems
such as the DMX solutions from Thorn,
spectacular lighting effects are easy to
create. Typically used for theatre lighting,
DMX technology allows you to control
each point of light individually, and even
change colours when used with colour-
effect fittings.

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 THE WHOLE
LIGHTING PICTURE
Sports lighting solutions from Thorn can be used for wide-ranging applications – stadium
illumination, training areas, ski runs, swimming pools, indoor arenas and many other sport
facilities. With every project, our experts always focus on optimising the whole picture –
light for people, places and the environment.

03 SWIMMING POOLS 04 TRAINING AND

RECREATIONAL
FACILITIES

01 STADIUMS

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 02 INDOOR ARENAS

05 WINTER SPORTS 06 OTHER SPORTS

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STAD
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 COME ALIVE
MAKING ARENAS

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FSV MAINZ 05, OPEL ARENA, MAINZ, GERMANY

DIUMS
 STADIUMS

OPTIMISING
THE EVENT
EXPERIENCE
Large professional arenas require many
different types of precisely controlled
illumination technologies. In order to
appropriately fulfil various specific
illuminance criteria, expert planning and
experience are essential. We can assist
you in choosing the right products, optics,
lumen packages and controls needed to
achieve the best lighting experience for
your venue.

ARCH LIGHTING – WEMBLEY STADIUM, LONDON, UK

BOCA JUNIORS STADIUM – LA BOMBONERA, BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA

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BORUSSIA DORTMUND STADIUM, SIGNAL IDUNA PARK, GERMANY
 STADIUMS For players, horizontal
illuminance, normally
measured at 0.00 m,
should not be ignored,
IMPORTANT FACTS TO CONSIDER but will generally meet
requirements when the
vertical illuminance for
cameras is met.

Area where floodlights should be

avoided according to key FIFA and
UEFA standards.

10°

20°

20°

CAMERAS GRADIENT GLARE RATING

For hand-held cameras, a vertical An illuminance gradient of 20 % To eliminate camera flare, the glare
illuminance in the four primary change at any 5 m distance is rating is generally GR < 50.
directions at either 1 m or 1.5 m is recommended.
required (vertical Illuminance). For
all cameras, recommended vertical
illuminance levels require special
sports floodlighting with aiming
angles (illuminance to camera).
Glare Rating (GR) Sensation
E2 E3 E4
90 Unbearable
5m

E9 E1 E5 70 Disturbing
5m
E2 50 Acceptable
E3 E1 E8 E7 E6
E4 30 Noticeable

Vertical illuminance Illuminance gradient 10 Unnoticeable

Illuminance to camera

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 m
ea The 12 rows of seating
eb
e ntr nearest to the pitch should
C
be illuminated between 10 %
max. 70°
and 30 % of the level of the
illuminance on the pitch.

Nadir
Aiming angles of floodlights should be 40 – 70 degrees
above the downward vertical, with no floodlights
aimed within a 50° cone of the principal view of the
main camera.

10°

BEST PRACTICE

TURNKEY SOLUTIONS COLOUR RENDITION

Thorn specialises in complete solutions – from planning We recommend rendering greater than Ra 80 and for
the lighting design to the installation, controls and cameras, a TLCI rating above 80.
commissioning.
FULL CONTROL
LIGHTING FOR TV Optimised training, match, maintenance and other
Illuminance levels must be configured for each camera illuminance requirements require continuous LED light
position. level adaptation.

LIKE DAYLIGHT AVOIDING FLICKER

Colour temperatures of outdoor light sources should A flicker factor under 6 %, with LEDs less than 1 %,
simulate natural daylight (5000 – 6000K). is highly recommended.

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 STADIUMS

BRINGING IT
ALL TO LIFE
Modern stadium lighting goes far beyond the pitch. Bringing it all to life
requires a complete solution for all areas in and around the stadium.

01 PITCH 03 SEATING
Precision LED pitch lighting installations Balanced stadium lighting maximises
can be flexibly controlled to create special visibility for spectators to move about
lighting effects. and enjoy the play.

02 ROOF
Tailored roof lighting with
customised colour patterns
offer a unique look and feel for
highlighting the sports action.

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04 INDOORS
Whether in changing rooms, hospitality areas,
corridors or functional rooms, cutting-edge
controls and sensors adjust interior light
installations to optimally accommodate
peoples’ needs.

05 OUTDOORS
General and accent lighting solutions for
outdoors provide safety first, but can also give
sports venues a unique sense of identity.

06 PARKING
Modern lighting technologies and controls
for parking areas are designed for driver and
pedestrian safety as well as convenience.

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 STADIUMS

TURNKEY READY
WITH A TRUSTED PARTNER FOR THE
ENTIRE LIGHTING PROJECT

01
SPECIFICATIONS AND DESIGN

Thorn experts work hand in hand with clients in finding the best lighting
solution. They are well-versed with relevant codes of practice, guidance
and standards, also with configuring lux levels, uniformity, glare, floodlight
layouts and positioning for the lighting design.

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INSTALLATION

Our experienced on-site partners can provide safe and

reliable installation support regarding windage and
floodlight weight, mounting assemblies and gantry
access. They also manage control gear rooms and
enclosures, regardless of the type of the stadium or
pitch (column, roof-mounted, curved roof).

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COMMISSIONING

Thorn provides support at every step throughout the

commissioning process – whether for measurements
with calibrated light meters and high level work or for
considerations concerning access, floodlight aiming,
angular or precision sights, pitch lighting, grid points set
ups, horizontal and vertical planes.

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CALCULATIONS AND
MEASUREMENTS

Lots of math goes into designing a stadium lighting

installation. To achieve desired results in accordance
with norms, precise calculations and measurements
are made for vertical, horizontal and camera
illuminance, for grid points and glare ratings, flicker
and limiting angles.

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CONTROLS

Modern lighting control technologies are designed

to ensure long-term installation performance and
easy maintenance. In other words, safeguarding and
optimising your return on investment.

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 AND FASCINATION
ILLUMINATING THE FUN
ARENAS
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HCR-TIGERS LANGNAU, AXA ARENA, WIN4 – SWITZERLAND
 INDOOR ARENAS

GIVING EVERYONE
A GOOD VIEW
Although indoor and outdoor sports arena
lighting is similar, they each have their own
special requirements. The compactness of
indoor venues often creates challenges with
respect to luminaire positioning. They can
obstruct the spectator’s view, especially
where ceiling height is limited. Also, indoor
playing surfaces often do not diffuse light
very well. Care must be taken to prevent
reflected glare for players and spectators.
Control of heat gain is another important
factor to consider within enclosed arenas.

BLM GROUP ARENA, TRENTO, ITALY

HCR-TIGERS LANGNAU, AXA ARENA, WIN4, SWITZERLAND

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PALABARTON, PERUGIA, ITALY
 SINGLE SIDELINE MOUNT
LED floodlight solution with asymmetric light distribution positioned
along the sidelines of the area of play.

Pitch dimensions: 40 x 20 m Calculation grid: 15 x 7 Installation height: 10 m

Class Quantity Em (lux) required Em (lux) achieved Uo (Emin/Em) required Uo (Emin/Em) achieved

Class I 22 750 802 0.70 0.74

Class II 16 500 540 0.70 0.72

Class III 8 200 267 0.50 0.80

Maintenance Factor (MF): 0.90

Glare Rating (GR): < 50

BEST PRACTICE

PRODUCT USED IN THE SCENE: INDIVIDUAL REQUIREMENTS

Each indoor sport has its own individual lighting requirements.
The European EN 12193 standard and CIE 169 provide guidelines.

DESIGN PLANNING
Indoor lighting design requires careful planning to meet
requirements whilst minimising glare.

FLOODLIGHT INSTALLATION
Our recommendation: mount floodlights parallel to the sidelines
Areaflood Pro outside of the principal playing area.
4000K Ra 70 – asymmetric 60° (A6)

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DOUBLE SIDELINE MOUNT

Symmetric/asymmetric lighting solution with luminaires mounted in
double rows parallel to the sidelines of the area of play.

Pitch dimensions: 40 x 20 m Calculation grid: 15 x 7 Installation height: 10 m

Class Quantity Em (lux) required Em (lux) achieved Uo (Emin/Em) required Uo (Emin/Em) achieved

Class I 44 750 820 0.70 0.72

Class II 32 500 575 0.70 0.72

Class III 12 200 222 0.50 0.75

Maintenance Factor (MF): 0.90

Glare Rating (GR): < 50

RUGGED EQUIPMENT PRODUCT USED IN THE SCENE:

Luminaires and fittings must be able to
withstand the force of impact of sports objects.

PREVENT FLICKER
With televised events, care must be taken to
prevent flicker from lighting sources.

EMERGENCY LIGHTING
Factors determining emergency lighting needs
include spectator seating, and positions of HiPak Pro
evacuation routes. 4000K Ra 80 – asymmetric and
wide light distribution

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DANUBE ARENA, BUDAPEST, HUNGARY

SWIM 32
POOLS IMMERSED IN
THE EXCITEMENT
MMING
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 SWIMMING POOLS

CREATING
A SAFE, PLEASANT
ATMOSPHERE
First and foremost, pool lighting must
provide safety, enabling attendants to quickly
identify swimmers in need of help. Modern
pool lighting also creates a pleasant and
comfortable atmosphere using different
colour temperatures, both in and around the
pool. It minimizes glare obscuring the view
of lifeguards, spectators and TV cameras.
Because indoor pool light is often reflected off
the ceiling, lighting installations can usually be
mounted in more accessible spaces.

NATIONAL SPORTS VILLAGE, LIMA, PERU

OLYMPIC SWIMMING POOL, KOPER, SLOVENIA

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SURREY SPORTS PARK, GUILDFORD SURREY, UK
 DOWNWARD LIGHTING SOLUTION
Asymmetric LED floodlights on the pool sides minimise reflections
off the water.

Pool dimensions: 50 x 25 m Calculation grid: 17 x 9 Installation height: 10 m

Class Quantity Em (lux) required Em (lux) achieved Uo (Emin/Em) required Uo (Emin/Em) achieved

Class I 26 500 547 0.70 0.74

Class II 16 300 339 0.70 0.75

Class III 12 200 256 0.50 0.68

Maintenance Factor (MF): 0.90

Glare Rating (GR): < 50

BEST PRACTICE

PRODUCT USED IN THE SCENE: INDIVIDUAL STANDARDS

The standards EN 12193, EN 15288 and CIE 062 provide
guidelines for indoor pool lighting.

EDGE LIGHTING
Direct lighting angles in pools are normally below 50°. In many
cases, indirect edge lighting using the ceiling as a reflector is
safer.

ASYMMETRIC LIGHT DISTRIBUTION

Areaflood Pro Typically, asymmetrical floodlights are employed and positioned
4000K Ra 70 – asymmetric 60° (A6) around the pool to reduce unwanted reflections.

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 SWIMMING POOLS

UPWARD LIGHTING SOLUTION

Indirect asymmetric lighting creates a soothing atmosphere and prevents
undesired reflections and glare.

Pool dimensions: 50 x 25 m Calculation grid: 17 x 9 Installation height: 10 m

Class Quantity Em (lux) required Em (lux) achieved Uo (Emin/Em) required Uo (Emin/Em) achieved

Class I 44 500 532 0.70 0.80

Class II 28 300 341 0.70 0.90

Class III 18 200 230 0.50 0.83

Maintenance Factor (MF): 0.90

Glare Rating (GR): < 50

HIGH RESISTANCE PRODUCT USED IN THE SCENE:

Floodlights must have a high degree of protection
and resistance against chlorine.

DIVING
Lighting in the diving zone requires a good
horizontal to vertical illuminance ratio.

ADDITIONAL LIGHTING
Competitions often require additional lighting
over the ends of the pool. Areaflood Pro
4000K Ra 70 – asymmetric 60° (A6)

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AND RECREAT
FACILITIES

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 PERSONAL
ACCENTUATING
IONAL
ACHIEVEMENTS

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VFB STUTTGART TRAINING FIELD, STUTTGART, GERMANY
 TRAINING AND RECREATIONAL AREAS

PROVIDING
LIGHTING FOR
MULTI-PURPOSE
VENUES
Focused more on the participant than the
spectator, training and recreational facilities
are often used for various sports. Light
levels are generally measured as horizontal
illuminance. Players require a good view of
each other or the ball, thus glare must be
well controlled. Lighting installations should
provide sufficient dimming/switching options
to accommodate various sports. Frequently
located close to residential areas, obtrusive
light is of particular importance.

TENNIS CLUB NAPOLI, NAPLES, ITALY

WALDEGG SPORTS FACILITY, HORGEN, SWITZERLAND

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EPSOM GIRLS GRAMMAR SCHOOL, AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND
 PRODUCTS WITH ASYMMETRIC LIGHT DISTRIBUTION:

Altis Areaflood Pro Champion

UPWARD LIGHT RATIO (ULR)

The ULR value is used to calculate the maximum
permitted percentage of light that may be emitted by a
luminaire or lighting installation at or above the horizontal
when mounted. It defines sky glow limitations based on
four environmental zone categories – E1 to E4.

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KEEPING LIGHT
POLLUTION TO
A MINIMUM
Floodlights from Thorn are designed with quality optics that help minimise light pollution.
By enabling installation without tilting, they also reduce glare and intrusive light.

Asymmetrical floodlights mounted at 0° tilt focus the light forward with a defined cut-off to
prevent intrusive light. If floodlights are tilted, vertical illuminance levels can increase significantly.
Thorn solutions require no tilting. However, certain uniformity and value standards require lighting
solutions that need tilting. Our lighting designers will help you find the best solution, one that also
minimises spill light. The following pages provide an overview of various lighting schemes.

No direct upward light

Upward light
Intrusive light and
light trespass are
minimised

Light
Required distribution trespass

Components of light pollution. LED products from Thorn provide no

direct upward light when not tilted.

BEST PRACTICE

OBTRUSIVE LIGHT USE CONTROLS

Pitches are particularly suitable for lower column heights For increased lighting comfort, reduced energy
and zero uplight lanterns. consumption and less maintenance cycles,
use controls.
ULR VALUES
Upward light ratio (ULR) values of lighting solutions INSTALLATIONS DIFFER
must conform with EN 12193 environmental zone Every sport is different. Every lighting design also.
guidelines
BEYOND THE PITCH
KNOW YOUR NEEDS Pathways, spectator areas, parking and changing
Illuminance values on the pitch can vary significantly. It rooms are equally important for creating a welcoming
is important to know the right lighting class needed to atmosphere. At Thorn we offer the complete LED
meet specific standards. portfolio for this.

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105 m 68 m

FOOTBALL
4 column pitch lighting solution. Product used in the scene:

Pitch dimensions:
Calculation grid: 21 x 13
105 x 68 m

Installation Em (lux) Em (lux) Uo (Emin/Em) Uo (Emin/Em)

Class Quantity
height (m) required achieved required achieved

Class I 22 36 500 573 0.70 0.83

Class II 20 16 200 215 0.60 0.62

Class III 18 8 75 85 0.50 0.52 Altis

4000K Ra 70 –
Maintenance Factor (MF): 0.90 medium, wide and
Glare Rating (GR): ≤ 50 asymmetric beam
ULR: 1 %

105 m 68 m

FOOTBALL
6 column pitch lighting solution. Product used in the scene:

Pitch dimensions:
Calculation grid: 21 x 13
105 x 68 m

Installation Em (lux) Em (lux) Uo (Emin/Em) Uo (Emin/Em)

Class Quantity
height (m) required achieved required achieved

Class II 20 20 200 212 0.60 0.62

Class III 18 8 75 101 0.50 0.52

Champion
Maintenance Factor (MF): 0.90 4000K Ra 70
Glare Rating (GR): < 50
ULR: 0 %

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 36 m

36 m

TENNIS
6 column double outdoor court solution. Product used in the scene:

Pitch dimensions:
Calculation grid: 12 x 12
36 x 36 m

Installation Em (lux) Em (lux) Uo (Emin/Em) Uo (Emin/Em)

Class Quantity
height (m) required achieved required achieved

Class I 12 12 500 550 0.70 0.72

Class II 12 8 300 386 0.70 0.72

Class III 12 6 200 244 0.60 0.69

Champion
Maintenance Factor (MF): 0.90 4000K Ra 70
Glare Rating (GR): < 50
ULR: 0 %

36 m

36 m

TENNIS
4 column double outdoor court solution. Product used in the scene:

Pitch dimensions:
Calculation grid: 12 x 12
36 x 36 m

Installation Em (lux) Em (lux) Uo (Emin/Em) Uo (Emin/Em)

Class Quantity
height (m) required achieved required achieved

Class I 12 12 500 514 0.70 0.88

Class II 12 8 300 398 0.70 0.88

Class III 12 6 200 240 0.60 0.72

Champion
Maintenance Factor (MF): 0.90 4000K Ra 70
Glare Rating (GR): < 50
ULR: 0 %

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36 m 18 m

TENNIS
4 column single outdoor court solution. Product used in the scene:

Field dimensions:
Calculation grid: 12 x 6 Installation height: 10 m
18 x 36 m

Em (lux) Em (lux) Uo (Emin/Em) Uo (Emin/Em)

Class Quantity
required achieved required achieved

Class I 16 500 531 0.70 0.72

Class II 12 300 315 0.70 0.73

Class III 8 200 242 0.60 0.70

Areaflood Pro
Maintenance Factor (MF): 0.90 4000K Ra 70
Glare Rating (GR): < 50 asymmetric 60° (A6)
ULR: 0 %

121 m 63 m

RUGBY
6 column pitch lighting solution. Product used in the scene:

Field dimensions:
Calculation grid: 21 x 11 Installation height: 25 m
121 x 63 m

Em (lux) Em (lux) Uo (Emin/Em) Uo (Emin/Em)

Class Quantity
required achieved required achieved

Class I 56 500 546 0.70 0.73

Class II 24 200 226 0.60 0.69

Class III 12 75 111 0.50 0.56

Altis
Maintenance Factor (MF): 0.90 4000K Ra 70
Glare Rating (GR): ≤ 50 medium beam
ULR: 5 %

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ATHLETICS
4 column field lighting solution. Product used in the scene:

Field dimensions:
Calculation grid: 23 x 13 Installation height: 35 m
176 x 102 m

Em (lux) Em (lux) Uo (Emin/Em) Uo (Emin/Em)

Class Quantity
required achieved required achieved

Class I 68 500 506 0.70 0.80

Class II 32 200 205 0.60 0.80

Class III 16 75 109 0.50 0.72

Altis
Maintenance Factor (MF): 0.90 4000K Ra 70 – medium
Glare Rating (GR): < 50 and large beam
ULR: max. 6 %

40 m 20 m

MULTI-USE GAMES AREAS

4 column lighting solution. Product used in the scene:

Field dimensions:
Calculation grid: 15 x 7 Installation height: 10 m
40 x 20 m

Em (lux) Em (lux) Uo (Emin/Em) Uo (Emin/Em)

Class Quantity
required achieved required achieved

Class I 20 500 545 0.70 0.72

Class II 8 200 204 0.60 0.62

Class III 4 75 106 0.50 0.66 Areaflood Pro

4000K Ra 70
Maintenance Factor (MF): 0.90 asymmetric 40° (A4) /
Glare Rating (GR): < 50 60° (A6)
ULR: 0 %

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REFURBISHMENTS

EXISTING INSTALLATION LED REFURBISHMENT SOLUTION

20 x 2 kW HID Floodlights (40 kW) 28 x Champion 938 W (26.2 kW)
214 lux 218 lux
Uo (Emin/Em): 0.76 Uo (Emin/Em): 0.72
GR max.: 48 GR max.: 46
ULR: 0 % ULR: 0 %
Controls: switching Controls: switching/dimming

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 Remaining energy Potential savings
consumption with LED lighting

ALL-AROUND SAVINGS
Refurbishments using the Champion 44 % 37 %
floodlight enable substantial savings in a
number of ways, from energy consumption
to CO2 emissions. Its LED technology offers
savings of more than 37 % as compared to 19 %
conventional lighting solutions – even more
through the use of appropriate controls.

Additional savings
with controls

TOTAL CO2 EMISSIONS OVER A LIFETIME (15 YEARS)

210

180

150
CO2 emissions (in tonnes)

– 37 %
120

– 56 %
90
195

60 123

86
30

HID LED LED + controls

LIGHTING WITH
CHAMPION
During a refurbishment project, it is important to consider
the weight and windage of selected products and their
suitability for existing or proposed mounting structures.
Note that a floodlight mounted horizontal to the ground,
as with an asymmetric distribution, helps to decrease
windage and provides better control of spill light.

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WIN
50
 SPORTS
PRISTINE
MOMENTS
HIGHLIGHTING

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SWISSCOM NORDIC ARENA, KANDERSTEG, SWITZERLAND
NTER
 WINTER SPORTS

REDUCING
REFLECTIONS,
FLICKER & GLARE
Lighting installations for winter sports facilities
aim to ensure that activities can be undertaken
safely and skillfully, and that spectators can
see the action clearly and comfortably. Given
the highly reflective surface, the light direction
must be sufficient to create shadows on the
downward side of each rise in the snow. If TV
cameras are involved, lighting needs to come
from more than one source to provide sufficient
modelling. Flicker and glare characteristics also
need careful consideration.

SKI JUMP, KANDERSTEG, SWITZERLAND

TITLIS HILL – ENGELBERG, SWITZERLAND

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TITLIS HILL – ENGELBERG, SWITZERLAND
 SKIING
Double-sided column lighting solution aimed downwards.

Run dimensions: 50 m Spacing between grid points: 3.5 m Column positioning: 5 m off of the run, 60 m apart and 15 m height

Class Quantity Em (lux) required Em (lux) achieved Uo (Emin/Em) required Uo (Emin/Em) achieved

Class I 5 luminaires/column 150 186 0.50 0.52

Class II 3 luminaires/column 100 109 0.40 0.53

Class III 2 luminaires/column 50 66 0.30 0.47

Maintenance Factor (MF): 0.90

Glare Rating (GR): < 50
ULR: 0 %
BEST PRACTICE

PRODUCT USED IN THE SCENE: BACK LIGHTING

Light aimed upwards toward skiers creates glare, making
it difficult to see the run. Luminaires should be aimed
downwards and in the direction of travel.

ANGLE OF INCIDENCE
Directional lighting angles for ice-based sports should be
kept to below 70°.

HIGH UNIFORMITY
Champion Run lighting requires a high level of uniformity from
4000K Ra 70 beginning to end.

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ICE HOCKEY
Side mounted LED floodlight solution with asymmetric light distribution.

Field dimensions: 61 x 30 m Calculation grid: 17 x 9 Installation height: 12 m

Class Quantity Em (lux) required Em (lux) achieved Uo (Emin/Em) required Uo (Emin/Em) achieved

Class I 22 750 816 0.70 0.75

Class II 16 500 566 0.70 0.78

Class III 10 300 360 0.70 0.75

Maintenance Factor (MF): 0.90

Glare Rating (GR): < 50

LIGHTING REQUIREMENTS PRODUCT USED IN THE SCENE:

Requirements are defined by EN 12193 and by
sports bodies such as the Fédération Inter­
nationale de Ski (FIS) and the International Ice
Hockey Federation (IIHF).

LIGHTING COLUMNS
On ski runs to avoid collisions, columns should be
positioned outside the run.

OBTRUSIVE LIGHT Altis

Balanced outdoor lighting using luminaires with 4000K Ra 70 – asymmetric 60° (A6)
good optical control helps reduce skyglow.

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SPORTS GIVING BRIGHTNESS TO
MANY PHYSICAL
ACTIVITIES

DERBY ARENA AND VELODROME, DERBY, UK

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PATINOIRE GUY-BOISSIÈRE, ROUEN, FRANCE

OUTDOOR

58 FSV MAINZ 05, OPEL ARENA, MAINZ, GERMANY

LIGHTING
FOR EVERY
REQUIREMENT
There are many different types of sports
activities around the world, some played
indoors, others outdoors, on a variety of
different surfaces. Not surprisingly, many
sports have very special lighting requirements.
Thorn offers a wide array of lighting
systems featuring innovative optics, great
functionality and optimised adaptive control
technologies. Coupled with our extensive
experience and expertise, we are able to
provide clients with excellent professional and
recreational sports lighting solutions.

SURREY SPORTS PARK, GUILDFORD SURREY, UK

NATIONAL SPORTS VILLAGE, LIMA, PERU

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01 HARROGATE HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASIUM, UK

02 BINJIANG DISTRICT GYMNASIUM, HANGZHOU, CHINA

03 RUGBY STADIUM, CRUAS, FRANCE

04 LORETTO GOLF ACADEMY, MUSSELBURGH, UK

05 ARCHBISHOP LANFRANCE ACADEMY, CROYDON, UK

06 NATIONAL SPORTS VILLAGE, LIMA, PERU

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LIGHTING
REQUIREMENTS
When installing a sports lighting system, it is crucial that specific standards are met. Lighting requirements
may differ according to the level of competition. EN 12193, the European regulation for sports lighting, defines
three different lighting classes.

CLASS I CLASS II CLASS III

Top-Level Competition Mid-Level Competition Low-Level Competition

Generally involves large Usually involves a medium Local or small matches
numbers of spectators number of spectators and with few or no spectators.
and possibly long viewing medium viewing distances. General training and
distances. Professional level training recreation activities also
may also be class II. apply to this class.

LEVEL OF COMPETITION
CLASS I CLASS II CLASS III
International/National ∙
Regional ∙ ∙
Local ∙ ∙ ∙
Training ∙ ∙
Recreational ∙

Key terms and abbreviations Note that whilst EN 12193 sets out the
Em (lux): Average Illuminance European norms for sports lighting
Uo (Emin/Em): Uniformity applications, individual sports federations
Ra: Colour Rendering Index and national governments will have
GR: Glare Rating complementary or additional requirements
ULR: Upward Light Ratio that will also need to be complied with.

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OLYMPIC SWIMMING POOL, KOPER, SLOVENIA
 HIGHLIGHTS

CHAMPION
FLOODLIGHT CONTROL AND FLEXIBILITY
True to its name, the new Champion floodlight provides excellent spill light control and project
flexibility. Featuring three different light distributions, it is an ideal choice for wide-ranging
refurbishments of conventional installations – in sports and other areas.

Champion can be equipped

with reflective or painted
integrated visors, for
total control of glare and
obtrusive light.

Different light
90°
distributions available
for high flexibility in NO DIRECT UPWARD LIGHT
lighting design.

55° 60° 65° Peak intensities

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ALTIS
HIGH-POWERED LED FLOODLIGHTING

OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE ELLIPTICAL LIGHTING DISTRIBUTION

A powerful, flicker-free and flexible LED floodlight – that’s
Altis. Whether with electronic, DMX/DALI or gear tray control, EB
it immediately delivers 100% light. Separately adjustable LED
modules and seamless dimming at various levels allow for
optimised lighting design. Its safety features include protection
class I, IP66 and IK08 as well as a die-cast aluminium housing,
frame and mounting bracket.

12°
55°

ASYMMETRICAL LIGHTING DISTRIBUTIONS SYMMETRICAL LIGHTING DISTRIBUTIONS

A4/A5/A6/CB NB/MB/WB

90°
Narrow Beam
NO DIRECT UPWARD LIGHT (NB – 11°)

Medium Beam
(MB – 20°)

Wide Beam
(WB – 30°)
40° 50° 60° & CB Peak intensities

MODULAR AND HIGHLY FLEXIBLE

3 LED MODULES (396L) 2 LED MODULES (264L) 1 LED MODULE (132L) CONTROL GEAR TRAY
Installation from local to the floodlight
to up to 200m remotely.

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 HIGHLIGHTS

AREAFLOOD PRO
GENERAL PURPOSE FLOODLIGHTING
WITH GREAT OPTICAL PERFORMANCE

Areaflood Pro is an ideal fit for a number of specific sports and area
applications. Its features include a lumen package optimised for three
sizes, superb optics and lighting controls, tremendous installation and
maintenance flexibility, IP66 and IK08 protection and colour temperatures
in 3000K and 4000K.

Areaflood Pro Small Areaflood Pro Medium Areaflood Pro Large

WELL-SUITED FOR WIDE RANGING APPLICATIONS, Areaflood Pro

OFFERS A CHOICE OF FIVE OPTICS FOR EFFICIENT AND
EFFECTIVE LIGHTING.

A4 – 40 ° A5 – 50° A6 – 60° EWR: Extra Wide WR: Wide Road Optic

Asymmetric Optic Asymmetric Optic Asymmetric Optic Road Optic

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HIPAK PRO
EXTREMELY EFFICIENT, ROBUST
AND MAINTENANCE FRIENDLY

This LED high bay ball-proof certified luminaire features a DALI sensor with
daylight control for optimised energy savings in sports halls. HiPak Pro is
available with wide and asymmetric light distribution. IP43, IK08, 4000K
and emergency options are standard. Chain and catenary suspension, also
additional brackets for sports halls are available.

PERFECT BALANCE
Luminaires at the perimeter of the pitch usually have
asymmetrical lighting distribution, those above the pitch
symmetrical distribution. This is a typical lighting scheme
for sports halls in schools.

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 CONTROL
SOLUTIONS
ADJUSTING LIGHT TO SUIT YOUR NEEDS
Thorn Lighting offers complete lighting management packages for all types of professional and
recreational sports applications, both indoors and outdoors. Designed to provide safety and comfort
for players, our control solutions fully meet relevant sports lighting requirements. They also increase
energy savings and provide more flexibility.

FULLY INTEGRATED
CONTROL PACKAGE
This scalable control solution allows for
customisable, pre-programmed lighting effects
with real-time overrides, and supports Art-Net, DMX
RDM and DALI protocols. The system’s integrated
lighting console also enables remote control of building
management, audio and perimeter advertising systems.

SERVICES:
• Commissioning and addressing
• Controls programming
• Web page creation with custom user interface design
• Integration of stand lighting control subsystems
(DALI, DMX and hybrid)
• On-site technical consultation meetings
• Training of operating personnel
• Technical support
• Control solution for the entire stadium, from the
pitch lighting to the facade and interiors

Lighting playback controller with touch panel (internal or external)

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BASIC CONTROL PACKAGE
Using a locally installed control cabinet, this switching and dimming
package enables control of a group of lighting points, when needed.
The solution offers good energy savings while still providing all
of the required lighting on demand. Light settings can also be
preprogrammed.

MATCH TRAINING CLEANING ON/OFF

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