The number of healthcare institutions is increasing because of the surging geriatric population, rising patient base, and growing prevalence of chronic diseases. As per the American Hospital Association, the number of hospitals in the U.S. was around 15,908 in 2016.
In addition to this,
the demand for technologically advanced facilities for catering to the surging
patient base in developing countries is also increasing. The medical providers
are taking important steps for developing proper environment in the hospitals
for minimizing the stress of visitors, improving conditions for both staffs and
patients, and reducing errors.
One of the technologies that are being adopting
for achieving the said conditions is the utilization of efficient lighting
systems.
Lighting systems which are utilized for lighting the
exterior and interior of medical facilities are referred to as hospital
lighting systems. These systems play a significant role when it comes to making
the patients calm during treatment and providing better illumination to medical
practitioners and staffs in order to enhance productivity.
The different product types of hospital lighting systems are
recessed, surface mounted, hanging, and wall mounted. Some other product types
are step lights, emergency lights, and exit lights.
Out of these, surface
mounted lights were utilized the most during 2013–2017 and are projected to
witness the highest demand in the coming years well, owing to the fact that
they provide better illumination and amiable environment.
According to a report by P&S Intelligence, in 2017, the global hospital lighting system market generated a revenue of $5,328.1 million and is projected to advance at a 6.4% CAGR during the forecast period (2018–2023).
The fastest growth in
demand is predicted to be registered by recessed lighting systems during the
forecast period, as these lights are can be fitted in a wide range of ceiling
types and cater to the different requirements of hospital lighting systems.
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