Railway Modellers to see the light
Date: 12 April 2006
Source: Bachmann
Bachmann Europe PLC today announced that it has been appointed distributor to the UK model trade for the range of high quality lighting products supplied by OTT-LITE.
The OTT-LITE True Colour lighting systems provides low-heat and high contrast illumination that reduces eye strain and enables modellers to practise their hobby in day light conditions, irrespective of the time of day it is used. OTT-LITE is now the No.1 hobby light in the USA and since being introduced to the UK in 2004 by EQS, it has found increasing popularity with those undertaking a wide range of art, craft and hobby activities. Bachmann Europe PLC Marketing Manager David Haarhaus said “EQS want railway modellers to benefit from the OTT-LITE range. Bachmann Europe is a well established distributor within this specialist market and is well placed to introduce these fantastic lamps to the railway modeller.
They are ideal for providing natural light to railway layouts or model dioramas. Livery tones and small details can be clearly viewed without straining the eyes when these lamps are used on the workbench”. Bachmann are to distribute 4 lights suitable for railway modellers.
They are:
• The portable task lamp (OTR813SG) has a flip up lid which contains the light itself. It also features a carrying handle and a swivel mount that can be mounted on a wall. Recommended Retail Price is £49.99.
• The portable magnifier task lamp (OTR513VR) has the same features as a standard task lamp but features a built in magnifier making it ideal for detailed modelling work. Recommended Retail Price is £79.99.
• The clip on lamp (OTR7537R) is ideal for fixing to tables, layouts or work benches utilising the strong clamp. Its flexible neck allows it to be positioned to give the best possible illumination. Recommended Retail Price is £49.99.
• The Craft Lamp (OTR313DP) is ideal for the general hobbyist. It provides a high quality natural light. Recommended Retail Price is £37.95. Each bulb is designed to last 10,000 hours.
OTT-LITE was pioneered by photobiologist Dr John Ott, who perfected time-lapse photography whilst working for Walt Disney. To do this, he required a constant source of natural light. Dr Ott spent 40 years researching and studying natural lighting and from it, he developed the OTT-LITE range Further details can be obtained from your Bachmann stockis.
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