Illuminating Excellence: AEON LED Transforms the Florence Civic Center

The Florence Center in Florence, South Carolina, is the premier hub for entertainment and athletics in the state’s northeast region. As the proud home of the Pee Dee IceCats and a focal point for State Wrestling meets and State Basketball tournaments, the venue is a cornerstone of South Carolina sports.

To further elevate its profile and attract high-tier national events, the Florence Center recently underwent a massive lighting transformation. After previous LED installations failed to meet the facility's rigorous demands, the center turned to AEON LED Sports Lighting for a definitive solution. We provided a high-performance system engineered to handle everything from professional hockey and rodeos to Monster Jam and world-class concerts.

Together, these systems provide the Florence Center with far more flexibility than a traditional, one-mode arena lighting setup. The venue can now host elite athletic competitions, public entertainment, and special productions without compromising the lighting experience.

Crisp Uniform Illumination

Bring the "WOW" Factor

The Project Scope

The upgrade focused on two distinct needs: elite-level visibility for high-speed sports and a dynamic, immersive atmosphere for entertainment. They called on AEON LED after the old LED lights that were installed did not live up to the hype. AEON came in and provided the solution the facility needed. The solution features a powerful combination of AEON’s signature technologies:

40 AEON PRO Series 750W Luminaires: The white light luminaires serve as the backbone of the arena’s sports lighting, providing crisp, glare-free uniform illumination across the floor no matter what the event. They transform the venue into a world-class stage, creating an immersive, high-energy atmosphere for athletes and fans alike.

20 AEON 500W RGBW Luminaires: These full spectrum colored Luminaires add a vibrant "Entertainment Package," allowing the venue to wash the arena in full-spectrum color for player introductions, the National Anthem, halftime shows, and special events. Set the scene you need with an easy push of a button.

Together, these systems give the venue far more flexibility than a traditional one-mode arena lighting setup. The Florence Center can host athletic competition, public entertainment, and special productions without compromising the lighting experience.

AEON PRO Series

Product Details

AEON RGBW

Product Details

Pro Series: Built for the Big Game

At the Florence Center, lighting is more than a utility, it is a performance standard. To meet the demands of elite-level competition, we implemented the AEON PRO Series, delivering industry-leading efficiency of 170+ LPW. Unlike off-the-shelf LEDs, AEON is engineered with premium components designed for superior longevity and sustained output.

By integrating proprietary Glare-Free technology and maintaining a UGR < 19, the PRO Series ensures that athletes never lose sight of the ball, while fans enjoy a high-definition viewing experience. The result is a playing surface defined by Uniform Illumination—completely free of dark spots and a high CRI >85+ that mimics natural daylight, allowing the game itself to remain the sole focus.

RGBW: Setting the Stage

While the PRO Series handles the action, the 20 RGBW Luminaires provide the "Wow" factor. These aren't standard arena lights; they are a fully integrated entertainment solution. Delivering Simple, Smart and easy-to-use Full-Spectrum Color Flood Lighting that can create any environment you can imagine.

The HyLink Wireless Control system allows the venue to manage the lights via Synapse DALI controls. This setup empowers the Florence Center to transition instantly from a bright sports setting to a dramatic, color-saturated environment. You can change the color of the lights with an easy top of the finger with your phone, tablet or computer.

Entertainment Package

The AEON LED RGBW Entertainment Package transforms any facility into a high-energy venue with full-spectrum color lighting and instant-on/off capabilities. This system offers total environmental control, shifting seamlessly from crisp white light to vibrant color displays. By eliminating warm-up times, it enables dramatic blackout introductions and synchronized light shows that captivate audiences and elevate the energy of every performance. AEON LED RGBW Luminaires deliver high-efficiency, superior illumination, and immersive entertainment, giving your facility the power to have it all.

Key Benefits of the Upgrade:

• Instant On/Off: Unlike legacy HID systems that require long "warm-up" periods, AEON LEDs are ready the second they are needed.
• Wireless Control: Manage the entire system from anywhere using a phone, tablet, or laptop.
• Energy Savings & Reduced Maintenance: The new system reduces energy consumption by up to 75% and is designed to last over 100,000 hours with minimal maintenance.
• Enhanced Fan Experience: The combination of elite sports lighting and color-changing RGBW fixtures creates a professional, high-energy atmosphere that keeps fans engaged and coming back.

A Brighter Future for Florence

The Florence Center project is a testament to how the right lighting can revitalize a multi-purpose venue. By choosing AEON LED, the center has not only slashed its operational costs but has also positioned itself as a top-tier destination for national tours and regional tournaments alike.

Ready to bring professional-grade illumination to your facility?

Whether you want to build a state-of-the-art lighting system from the ground up or update your current system, AEON has the right solution for your project.