30+ Filling Stations | Zambia, Africa | 2020 | Gas Station & Convenience Store Lighting
LED lighting solutions supplied for 30+ SGC Investments filling stations across Zambia, covering gas station canopies, forecourts and convenience store interiors.
LOCATION
Zambia, Africa
YEAR
2020
PRODUCTS
LED Canopy Light, LED Linear Light, LED Downlight, LED Neon Light
APPLICATION
Gas Station & Convenience Store Lighting
Project Name: Gas Station Convenience Store Lighting Project in Zambia
Location: Zambia, Africa
Application: Gas Stations & Convenience Stores
Project Scale: 30+ Filling Stations
Products: LED Canopy Light, LED Linear Light, LED Downlight, LED Neon Light
Lighting Supplier: GS LIGHT
In 2020, GS LIGHT supplied LED lighting solutions for more than 30 SGC Investments filling stations across Zambia. The project covered both convenience store interiors and outdoor gas station areas, requiring reliable lighting that could support continuous 24/7 operation.
SGC Investments is a Zambia-based fuel and lubricant provider with a growing filling station network across Africa. Its business also includes grocery supermarkets, making clear and comfortable retail lighting an important part of the customer experience.
* Image source: Provided by the SGC official website. Used for project-location reference.
* Image source: Provided by the SGC official website. Used for project-location reference.
GS LIGHT developed an application-based lighting solution for the 30+ filling stations, matching each lighting type to the specific requirements of the forecourt, canopy, convenience store and architectural areas.
Solution:
Dedicated LED canopy lights were used for the forecourt to provide clear and consistent illumination across fueling areas and vehicle circulation zones.
Solution:
L5075 LED linear lights were used throughout the convenience stores to create continuous and even illumination across aisles, shelves and general retail areas.
Solution:
LED downlights were incorporated into selected indoor areas where more focused illumination was required, complementing the general linear lighting.
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T1616 flexible neon lighting was used for selected decorative applications, adding flexible linear accents to architectural and branding elements.
100–277VAC | 3030 LED | CRI >80 | Mean Well Driver | Die-Cast Aluminum Housing | Anti-Glare Lens | Surface / Recessed Mount
Used for gas station canopies and outdoor forecourt areas, providing practical and consistent illumination for fueling and vehicle circulation zones.
Osram Driver | AC200–240V | Modular Splicing | 5-Year Warranty
Used throughout convenience store interiors to provide continuous and uniform illumination across retail areas, aisles and shelves.
High-Efficiency LED | Low-Glare Design | IP65 Protection | 5-Year Warranty
Used in selected indoor areas where focused illumination was required to complement the general linear lighting.
Top-Bending Design | Flexible Installation | High Color Rendering | 5-Year Warranty
Used for selected decorative and architectural details, adding flexible linear lighting to branding and visual elements.
From gas station canopies to convenience store interiors, explore the lighting applications delivered across the project.
* Image source: Provided by the SGC official website. Used for project-location reference.
* Image source: Provided by the SGC official website. Used for project-location reference.
The project established a coordinated LED lighting approach across more than 30 filling stations, covering outdoor canopies and forecourts as well as convenience store interiors.
For a multi-site project, lighting consistency matters as much as individual product performance. GS LIGHT combined canopy lighting, linear lights, downlights and flexible neon into one coordinated lighting solution, helping maintain consistent quality across different areas and locations.
From product selection to customized specifications, GS LIGHT supports project partners with application-focused LED lighting solutions for commercial and outdoor environments.
* Image source: Provided by the SGC official website. Used for project-location reference.
Find answers by topic, from product specifications and lighting design to OEM/ODM, quality, ordering and technical support.
Gas station lighting needs to meet the applicable electrical, safety and lighting requirements of the target market. Depending on the project location, specifications may cover ingress protection, electrical safety, photometric performance, surge protection and other requirements. The applicable standards should be confirmed during the project specification stage.
Outdoor fixtures at gas stations are exposed to rain, dust, temperature changes and other environmental conditions. An appropriate IP rating should therefore be selected according to the installation location and local climate. For canopy and other exposed outdoor areas, IP65 or higher is commonly considered for projects requiring protection against dust and water.
Canopy lighting should be evaluated based on the required illuminance, mounting height, canopy geometry, fixture spacing and optical distribution. Simply increasing fixture wattage does not necessarily produce better lighting. A suitable photometric layout helps achieve the required illumination while avoiding excessive brightness and unnecessary energy consumption.
A CRI of 80 or above is commonly suitable for general gas station and convenience store applications, while higher CRI may be preferred where accurate product colors and visual presentation are particularly important. The final specification should depend on the type of retail environment and the client's lighting objectives.
Energy efficiency depends on the complete lighting system rather than fixture wattage alone. High-efficiency LEDs, appropriate optical distribution, correct fixture spacing, suitable illumination levels and effective lighting controls can all contribute to lower energy consumption. For continuously operating facilities, these factors become particularly important over the lifetime of the installation.
Key factors include luminous efficiency, light distribution, glare control, operating temperature, IP rating, surge protection, driver reliability and installation method. The fixture should also be compatible with the canopy structure and local electrical conditions.
Yes. Gas stations in hot, cold, humid, coastal or dusty environments can have significantly different lighting requirements. Fixture materials, thermal management, IP protection, corrosion resistance, operating temperature and electrical protection can be specified according to the installation environment.
