
Technology Category
- Networks & Connectivity - WiFi
- Sensors - Optical Sensors
Applicable Industries
- Buildings
- Packaging
Applicable Functions
- Facility Management
- Procurement
Use Cases
- Building Automation & Control
- Smart Lighting
Services
- System Integration
The Challenge
Uline, a leading distributor of shipping and packaging solutions, needed to optimize their lighting system for operational and financial performance. They faced challenges in finding a reliable lighting controls provider that could meet energy codes and integrate with their existing IT systems.
The Customer
Uline
About The Customer
Uline is a family-owned business that has been in operation for over 40 years. They prioritize customer service and rely on efficient operations to deliver their promise of order accuracy, quick delivery, and low prices. With an extensive catalog and thousands of products, every aspect of their facilities, including lighting, contributes to their customer promise.
The Solution
Synapse provided a smart lighting solution by installing 3,014 high-bay luminaires integrated with SimplySnap wireless controls. SimplySnap allowed Uline to control and manage every light from a single user interface, while also responding to natural lights and enabling daylight harvesting. The solution was scalable, adaptable, and integrated with Uline's existing building management system.
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