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Bridges are more than structures; they often become iconic landmarks that help to define a city. You only need to think of London Bridge. Beyond their practical purpose of spanning rivers, roads, and railways to provide safe passage and reduce travel time, they are nighttime icons, imbuing towns and cities with character and charm. At Acrospire, we understand the pivotal role of high-quality lighting in accentuating bridge architecture and creating inviting environments for pedestrians after dark. Whether a modern cable bridge or a historic stone one, each bridge demands its own lighting strategy to truly shine.
In today’s design landscape, light is more than just illumination—it’s an art form. Designers harness the power of light to transform bridges into inspirational attractions, evoking a sense of civic pride and wonder. Just as the Mayor of London’s competition in 2016 demonstrated, LED technology has revolutionised bridge lighting, empowering designers to craft mesmerising visual experiences that captivate the imagination.
Several factors must be carefully considered to achieve optimal results when embarking on a bridge lighting project. Every aspect of the design process is crucial, from ensuring road safety to adhering to regulations and minimising light pollution/spill. Reflections off water surfaces, impact on local residents and wildlife, and the overall ambience of the surrounding environment must be taken into account to strike the perfect balance between functionality and aesthetics.
Here are our four main approaches to a bridge lighting design:
Harnessing the artistic potential of light while ensuring responsible design practices is paramount. Uncontrolled illumination can pose hazards to pedestrians, commuters, train drivers and the environment. By carefully selecting luminaires with optimised optics to minimise light spill and sky glow, you can direct light precisely where it’s needed. Handrail lighting is a good alternative where column-mounted options aren’t suitable. As demonstrated in our collaboration with Tower Hamlets Council where back-light and spill onto the A13 is zero, eliminating risk to the drivers below.
View our Hackney Wick A13 case study here.
Strategic decisions must be made in projects where preserving the nostalgic charm of historic architecture is essential, yet outdated technology proves inadequate: to refurbish existing luminaires or commission a manufacturer to produce replica lanterns?
Working with Newport City Council, we blended heritage aesthetics with cutting-edge technology to ensure the longevity and efficiency of their bridge lighting. Colour temperature is critical on schemes like these to be sympathetic to both the bridge and surrounding architecture >
View our Newport Bridge project here.
Every bridge design tells a unique story, and lighting is the brushstroke that adds drama and identity. LED technology offers unparalleled flexibility, enabling the addition of vibrant colours to heighten the aesthetic impact. From selecting contrasting hues to illuminating the underside of bridges, our Sicrua luminaire seamlessly integrates into any architectural setting, providing dynamic and uniform lighting possibilities without compromising form or function.
Achieving the perfect balance of illumination is essential—enough to stand out without overlighting. By carefully considering the intended use and comfort levels, you can ensure that lighting schemes are tailored to meet specific requirements. Whether lighting bridge decks for pedestrian safety or vehicular movement, our solutions prioritise uniform, glare-free illumination, enhancing visibility and ambience for all users.
We offer a range of outdoor luminaires tailored to meet all the unique demands of bridge lighting projects:
Muirfield: Designed for heritage structures, Muirfield combines timeless elegance with cutting-edge LED technology, ensuring superior performance and longevity.
RailLight: Engineered for architectural versatility, RailLight offers unmatched flexibility in mounting options and exceptional durability, making it ideal for modern bridge designs.
Sicura: Infuse your bridge with a touch of contemporary flair with Sicura. Its customisable RGBW lighting effects allow for endless creative possibilities, elevating a bridge’s aesthetic appeal to new heights.
New bridge structures typically feature modern designs that utilise various materials to enhance their daytime appearance. For instance, we recently supplied lighting columns for a new bridge in Lowestoft. These columns were made of polished stainless steel, with matching stainless steel CCTV columns. Challenge us to help source and develop bespoke solutions for your next project.
Our story
The idea for Acrospire was formed in 2012 when founder Tim envisioned a different kind of lighting manufacturer: one that would not only deliver outstanding customer experiences but also prioritise fair treatment for its employees.
We’ve come a long way
Motivated by the belief the industry wanted and needed better, Tim shared his plan to establish his own venture with Hatty, who simply couldn't let him do it alone.
The rest, as they say, is history.
Protecting local jobs and ensuring the best quality possible.
Working from a rented office by day and assembling lanterns in a garage at night, Tim and Hatty set to work.
11 Years later
Acrospire now inhabits a 14000² ft manufacturing facility in Basingstoke, Hampshire. We’re a proud partner of the Made in Britain scheme, ISO9001 certified and a member of all relevant lighting industry trade bodies.
Along with great relationships with our customers and a great team! We've attracted some of the most experienced members of the lighting industry, all by following one golden rule.
A simple ethos
That runs through all that we do. Customers who have made the switch to Acrospire have found working with us to be a breath of fresh air.
If you’re a professional in the lighting industry, you’re probably familiar with warranties that range from 3 to 10 years, with extensions available on special request or at additional cost. At Acrospire, where we’re proud to be different, we offer a market-leading simple 12-year warranty, as standard.
We focus on our customers not our competition. We manufacture our products in the UK: with the exception of our solar products, our supply chain is within a 60-mile radius of our factory in Basingstoke: to maintain greater control over quality. We al
Speed of response is crucial when it comes to resolving warranty issues. If we’ve made a mistake, we own it, get to the root cause, and fix it as quickly as possible. We believe in timely communication with our customers and making the resolution pro
Test and Test Again
We believe in independent testing and certification. Our new product development is in line with ISO 9001. Many of our products hold ENEC Certification. To meet the requirements of ENEC we also send random product samples for third party safety testi
Our product design is another key factor in our ability to offer a 12-year warranty. We value engineer rather than cost cut, never compromising on quality. We stick to our processes and engage with our supply chain to ensure that every product meets