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SUCCESSFUL CANNABIS
CULTIVATION REQUIRES:
»» High intensity light
»» Optimal light spectrum for all growth phases
»» Uniform light distribution
...and many more things.
But when it comes to light, we got you covered. If you are
thinking of switching to LED, why not get the best? 8 out of 10 world's
largest agricultural companies already have.
CANNABIS SATIVA
Cannabis sativa is cultivated for its multiple secondary metabolites,
cannabinoids, which are used for pharmaceutical, medical and
recreational purposes. LED can expedite the growth cycle and produce
plants with greater flower dry weight and a consistent concentration of
THC, CBD, THCV and CGB cycle after cycle.
VALOYA LED GROW LIGHTS:
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One spectrum for the whole cycle, from seed to harvest
Suitable for multi-tiered grows
LaaS
Lighting as a Service payment option available
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Why Valoya?
Valoya was founded in 2009 with the aim of creating the
best light spectrum in the market, based on the rapidly developing
LED technology. Since then, Valoya has been supplying 8 out
of 10 world's largest agricultural companies with its LED
grow lights.
Valoya's spectra are a result of years of research and have
been optimized for rapid production of most plants cultivated
around the world. Our team of biologists, which makes up 20%
of Valoya's staff consult our clients and help them reach maximum
yields with our lights.
Consistent Yields
Professional cultivators of cannabis need reliable growth
protocols that result in consistent yields time after time. Valoya has
been supplying a vast number of greenhouses and vertical farms
in the 48 countries in which our luminaires are sold.
Step1: we create a comprehensive, free of charge light
plan specifying exact distance from the plant, distance among the
luminaires, optimal daily photoperiods etc.
Step 2: we deliver the luminaires and accessories to your
doorstep.
Step 3: you receive free of charge support of a team of
photo biologists. We track the progress of your yields and advise
accordingly.
»» Spectra optimized through 400 large scale trials
»» A free of charge comprehensive light plan
»» On- and off-site support of a team of photo biologists
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Benefits
Light Quality
Optimal light spectrum provides increased yields as well
as energy savings. Valoya’s fixtures deliver high quality, sunlike light spectra with high intensity, while producing a minimal
amount of heat and consuming less electricity than any other
lighting technology. Additionally, the NS1 spectrum appears white
to human eyes, enabling the grower to see the plant as it would
appear under sunlight and do visual inspection of the plants.
::: Above: NS1 Spectrum
A close match to sunlight. Suitable for all
stages of cannabis cultivation, from seed
to harvest. Will create compact plants.
Heat
Valoya’s lights use high efficiency LEDs with optimal
passive cooling, with minimal heat radiation towards the plants.
::: Below: AP673L Spectrum
A spectrum designed for strong vegetative
growth. Suitable for all stages. Will create
large plants with long internodes.
The small amount of heat that is created, radiates upwards,
leaving the plant unaffected and resulting in great HVAC savings.
Total cost of ownership
Valoya’s products are designed to have a long use life,
typically rated at 90% of initial output at 35000 hours, which in
most cases leads to a productive life of 7-8 years and beyond. The
long use life is a result of excellent thermal properties of the LED
fixture and the high quality power units used by Valoya.
»» Luminaires that can deliver up 1000 µmol/m2/s
»» Suitable for S.O.G. and multi-tiered growing
»» White or soft pink light, pleasant to human eyes
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B Series
powerful.
suitable for S.O.G. or multi-tiered.
not bothered by dust or humidity.
B100
Power consumption
Weight
Dimensions (L x W x H)
B200
90 - 98 W
172 - 180 W
13.4 lb
18.1 lb
47.6" x 2.9" x 2.6"
Certifications / Approvals
71.3" x 2.9" x 2.6"
CE marked, cETLus
Dimming
Optionally available, 1 - 10 V, light output: 10 - 100%
Distance from the plants (rec.)
19" - 160 "
Light efficacy, (380 nm ~ 820 nm)
Up to 2,0 μmol/W
Ambient operating temperature
32 - 86 ˚F
Warranty
3 years limited
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R Series
heavy duty.
one-to-one replacement of HID.
not bothered by dust or humidity.
R150
Power consumption
Weight
Dimensions (L x W x H)
Certifications / Approvals
Dimming
Distance from the plants (rec.)
Light efficacy, (380 nm ~ 820 nm)
Ambient operating temperature
Warranty
R300
130 - 138 W
260 - 276 W
15.6 lb
32 lb
13.4" x 7.1" x 6.6"
13.4" x 15.5" x 6.6"
CE marked, cETLus
Optionally available, 1-10 V, light output: 10 - 100%
19" - 160 "
Up to 2,0 μmol/W
32 - 86 ˚F
3 years limited
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Lighting the
Seed to Sale Process
Cloning
Cuttings from mother plants become clones.
This step replaces the germination process
Mother Plants
and makes the entire growth cycle quicker.
The greater the vegetative growth the more
Typically, mother plants should not be older
high quality cuttings the mother plant will
than 3 years.
produce.
High humidity is required for the cloning to be
The cuttings are taken during the vegetative
successful. The required light intensity for this
phase and this point 100µmol/m2/s is the
stage is between 100 and 200 µmols/m2/s.
desired light intensity.
VALOYA BENEFIT
• Valoya's fixtures have high IP rating
VALOYA BENEFIT
• Valoya spectra promote strong vegetative
growth, enabling higher production of
good quality cuttings
• Minimized losses due to healthy, resistant
plants
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meaning they are resistant to conditions
of high humidity and dust
• With optimal light distribution, cloned
plants will have uniform growth
and will reach further growth stages
simultaneously
Flowering
Vegetative Stage
The photoperiod during the vegetative
The flowering period is triggered by adjusting
the daily photoperiod to 12 hours of light
and 12 hours of darkness (unless it's an
autoflowering seed).
stage lasts 18-24 hours. Valoya’s spectra
support healthy foliage, development of tight
Light intensity should start at 600/700 µmol/
internodes, strong structure and a healthy
m2/s, then be raised to 850/1350 µmol/m2/s
uptake for the root system.
for the final weeks of flowering.
Light intensity should start around 200 µmol/
RH must be closely monitored to avoid
m2/s and end around 400 or even 600 µmol/
powdery mildew.
m2/s.
VALOYA BENEFIT
• High amount of dry flower weight
• Consistent flower quality and
chemotype, cycle after cycle
VALOYA BENEFIT
• NS1 spectrum results in compact and
slim plants, perfect for vertical farming
• Quicker flowering period
• Decreased cost per pound of the final
product
• AP673L spectrum results in large plants
with longer internodes
• Tight internodal length
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Valoya's Patented Spectra
Valoya holds 57 patents on its spectra and technology thus making it the second largest patent holder
in the entire LED grow lights industry globally.
Our NS1 spectrum has been designed to replicate sunlight closely and is a true wide (also known as
full or continuous) spectrum. This means it contains bits of all spectrum colors, including outside of the PAR
area, unlike those of most manufacturers which are made up of off-the-shelf red and blue LED chips. Because
it contains more spectrum colors, it feeds the plants with more information they need, just like the sunlight.
Simple red-blue combinations that dominate the market serve only plants' basic needs and get them from seed
to flower much slower.
The appearance of the NS1 spectrum is white making visual inspection of plants possible. Additionally,
we also recommend our AP673L spectrum which results in large plants with longer internodes.
Go Vertical
Growing in two layers instead of one would double your yields. With traditional lighting methods this
is impossible as they produce too much heat.
...the use of LED technology reduces leaf temperature by about 1.3°C (2.34°F) compared to HPS
technology under typical, indoor growing conditions. (Nelson JA, Bugbee B. Analysis of environmental effects
on leaf temperature under sunlight, HPS and LED. PloS one. 2015)
By choosing the NS1 spectrum your plants will be more compact while producing the same amount
of flowers. This enables you to make even more than two layers. The fact that the single spectrum can be
used for the entire growth cycle, means you would not have to move the plants at all.
Going vertical means a reduction in HVAC costs and water and fertilizer usage.
»» One spectrum for the entire growth cycle
»» Choose a spectrum for compact (NS1) or elonganted (AP673L) plants
»» Go vertical and double or triple your yields
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Lighting as a Service Program
Traditional lighting and HVAC account up to 95% of total energy consumption in professional
plant cultivation. LED brings significant energy savings as it lasts years longer and consumes 50-70% less
electricity. On top of that LED light spectra are more suited to efficient plant growth than for instance HPS
which was designed for street lighting purposes.
Cost is the main reason why many growers are hesitating to transition from HPS, MH, fluorescent
and other traditional lighting methods to LED. This is why Valoya introduced Laas - Lighting as a Service
payment option.
What the grower gets for 5 years:
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LED grow lights
Free of charge maintenance and replacement of faulty products
Free of charge upgrades to the lighting technology
A comprehensive light plan
Support from Valoya’s team of horticultural lighting and photobiology specialists
This is a turnkey solution that comes at 0 capital expenditure by the grower. You are billed
monthly with a 'Saved Energy' utility payment, based on kWhrs saved by switching to LED.
»» Save 50 - 70% in energy bills
»» Get free maintenance, replacement and support
»» Call now for a FREE initial energy savings calculation
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Standards applied:
NORTH AMERICA
UL1598: UL Standard for Safety for Luminaires.
CSA C22.2: #250.0: Standard for Safety for Light emitting diode (LED) equipment for lighting applications.
EUROPE
EN60598-1: Luminaires. General requirements and tests.
EN60598-2-1: Luminaires. Part 2: Particular requirements. Section one – Fixed general purpose luminaires.
EN62031: LED modules for general lighting. Safety specifications.
EN 62493: Assessment of lighting equipment related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields.
EN55015: Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance characteristics of electrical lighting and similar equipment.
EN61547: Equipment for general lighting purposes. EMC immunity requirements.
EN61000-3-2: Electromagnetic compatibility - Limits - Limits for harmonic current emissions.
EN61000-3-3: Electromagnetic compatibility – Limits - Limits for Voltage Fluctuations and Flicker.
IEC EN 61000-4-2: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)- Part 4-2: Testing and measurement techniques - electrostatic discharge immunity
test.
IEC EN 61000-4-3: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)- Part 4-3: Testing and measurement techniques - radiated, radio-frequency,
electromagnetic field immunity test.
IEC EN 61000-4-4: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-4: Testing and measurement techniques - Electrical fast transient/burst
immunity test.
IEC EN 61000-4-5: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-5: Testing and measurement techniques - Surge immunity test.
IEC EN 61000-4-6: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-6: Testing and measurement techniques - Immunity to conducted
disturbances, induced by radio-frequency fields.
IEC EN 61000-4-8: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-8: Testing and measurement techniques - Power frequency magnetic field
immunity test.
IEC EN 61000-4-11: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-11: Testing and measurement techniques - Voltage dips, short interruptions
and voltage variations immunity tests.
IEC 61347-2-13: Lamp controlgear. Particular requirements for d.c. or a.c. supplied electronic controlgear for LED modules.
IEC 61347-1 + A1: Lamp controlgear - Part 1: General and safety requirements.
IEC 62384 + A1: DC or AC supplied electronic control gear for LED modules. Performance requirements.
EN62471: Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems.
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Melkonkatu 26,
Distributor list can be found at:
www.valoya.com/contact
00210 Helsinki,
Finland
T +358 10 2350 300
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Valoya® is a registered trademark of Valoya Oy in the European Community, the USA and certain other countries.
Due to our continuous program of product development, data is subject to change without notice.
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