TSL has taken a sustainable approach in refreshing one of its fixtures. Instead of replacing the VL2600, they’ve opted for a smart upgrade by replacing the LED engines.
Sam Tamplin, Managing Director, shared, “We’ve often been frustrated with the short lifecycle of products from some manufacturers. A fixture barely gains traction in the market before a new version or a near-identical update is introduced. When Vari-Lite presented the VL2600 SE upgrade path, it struck us as an innovative step toward sustainability. Lighting designers already love the VL2600, so offering the same fixture with a 25% boost in brightness, allowing it to compete with newer models, was an easy decision.”
The upgrade increases output to over 23,750 lumens, while maintaining the same size, weight, power consumption, without compromising light quality. Additionally, the legacy engines are sent back to Vari-Lite for refurbishment and upgraded for future use, with absolute minimal wastage.
“We always strive for environmentally conscious solutions, and this was a fantastic way to refresh an already excellent product. Kudos to Vari-Lite for their commitment to keeping this great fixture relevant for years to come,” Tamplin concluded.
