WAVES Testing, Research and Consulting (WAVES) provides independent services to the lighting industry, government, councils, and the public. We help with modern light related issues including lighting impact assessments, light pollution, lighting design guidance, review of standards and legislation, and the impacts of lighting on the environment. Our expertise is built on more than 17 years of practical application.
Testing
WAVES performs calibrations and testing to a range of Australian and International standards. WAVES provides the following testing services:
- Artificial light at night surveys
- Lighting installation audits
- Lamp and luminaires testing
- Transmission of glass and other materials
- Reflection of materials and facades
- Photoluminescent materials
- Luminance and luminance contrast
- Illuminance, luminous intensity and flux
- Spectral and colour metrics (CRI, CCT and chromaticity)
- Lifetime, switching, and electrical waveform, and more…
Visit our Photometric Testing page to see the products and standards to which WAVES can test.
Research
If you have a light, lighting or photometry question you need answered, or a problem you need solved, WAVES can help. WAVES provides the following services:
- Research project design
- Data collection and analysis
- Reporting and presenting results
- Research project management
- Providing innovative insight into lighting and testing requirements
- Working with manufacturers of lighting products (such as LED lamps and luminaires) to optimise performance, or to verify products comply with the required standards
- Development of custom testing apparatus and research projects
Contact us to discuss your lighting research project.
Consulting
WAVES provides specialist advice and guidance on complex lighting matters and photometry.
Our staff have been involved in a wide range of projects with Government, Councils, Main Roads, energy and streetlighting providers, Queensland Police Service, and Universities.
WAVES’ experience includes benchmarking, compliance testing, preliminary investigations, research studies, standards reviews and updates, and advisory roles.
Waves provides experimental evidence and technical advice for expert witness cases regarding lighting and photometry.
Contact us to discuss how we can assist.
Expert Lighting Solutions
Empowering innovation and development with precise lighting analysis and science-based guidance.
We shine light on complex lighting issues
Our company stands out in the industry for our specialised services in benchmarking, compliance testing, and research studies, tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients.
WAVES Testing, Research, and Consulting originated from a passion for solving complex lighting and photometry issues, evolving into a trusted consultancy firm over time.
Having collaborated with government agencies, councils, and universities, our portfolio showcases our success in advisory roles and expert witness support.
Our Core Values
Guiding Principles that Define Us
Integrity
We uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency and honesty in all our interactions.
Innovation
We constantly strive to innovate and adapt to the latest technologies and methodologies, fostering continuous improvement.
Collaboration
We believe in the power of collaboration, working closely with clients and partners to achieve mutual success and sustainable outcomes.
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