Circadian Blue Technology by EcoSense
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Circadian Blue Technology by EcoSense

May 14, 2024 Tuned for health Circadian Blue technology delivers the same level of blue light as outdoor light both during the day and night, ensuring your circadian rhythm remains aligned with nature’s intentions for enhanced well-being. The circadian system is fundamental for human health. The most important environmental time cue for the circadian system…

Beaver Island State Wildlife Research Area certified as Michigan’s first International Dark Sky Sanctuary
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Beaver Island State Wildlife Research Area certified as Michigan’s first International Dark Sky Sanctuary

May 14, 2024 By Drew Reagan DarkSky International has formally recognized the Michigan State Wildlife Research Area on Beaver Island as an International Dark Sky Sanctuary. It will be known as the Beaver Island State Wildlife Research Area International Dark Sky Sanctuary (the “Sanctuary”). It’s an important achievement as it is Michigan’s first certified International Dark Sky…

American Made Challenges: L-Prize with the Department of Energy
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American Made Challenges: L-Prize with the Department of Energy

May 14, 2024 The L-Prize seeks to unlock that additional potential to combine high-luminaire efficacy with exceptional lighting quality, data-driven control and functionality, and sustainable design and construction for the future of illumination in commercial and institutional buildings. Advanced interoperable lighting systems have the potential to better manage lighting energy use, integrate with other building…

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Illuminating Innovation: Pharos Architectural Controls Light Up Bellevue Railcar Assembly Facility

A brand-new railcar assembly facility in Perth, Australia, has become a canvas for illuminated artwork with the installation of more than one kilometre of LED tube lighting and a dynamic lighting control system from Pharos Architectural Controls. The assembly and commissioning plant in Bellevue, Perth, is part of the Western Australian Railcar Programme. The project will deliver…

Adaptive Reuse and Unique Lighting System Transform Office

Adaptive Reuse and Unique Lighting System Transform Office

The need for architectural services is increasing, boosted by demand for construction services during 2022 and forecasted for growth through 2030, according to a report from Benchmark International.  Among construction service types, adaptive reuse is also on the rise.  Compared to ground-up construction, adaptive reuse of an existing structure can lower construction costs and speed…

Joining the DMF Sales Team: Lighting Specialist in the Custom Integration Channel

DMF Lighting, the leader in modular downlighting in the custom integration channel announced the addition of Ellie Doherty as the new Western Regional Sales Manager on the DMF sales team. Passionate about lighting design, lighting fixtures, and lighting control engineering, Doherty’s goal is to utilize her expertise in intelligent lighting to make lighting easy and…

Farrey’s Lighting, Bath, Kitchen & Hardware Celebrates Centennial
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Farrey’s Lighting, Bath, Kitchen & Hardware Celebrates Centennial

There are few lighting and plumbing distributors that have the stellar reputation and forward-thinking leadership that family-run Farrey’s Lighting, Bath, Kitchen and Hardware of Florida has maintained through 100 years and four generations of ownership, essentially becoming one of the first nationally recognized names in the industry.   To celebrate its centennial, Farrey’s recently hosted…

Barron Lighting Group Debuts LED Area Luminaire
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Barron Lighting Group Debuts LED Area Luminaire

Arizona-based Barron Lighting Group debuted the RXAR Series LED area luminaire for commercial and industrial lighting applications. Crafted with a rugged, one-piece die-cast aluminum housing, the RXAR Series stands out for its exceptional efficacy of up to 172 lumens per watt. Its design not only ensures optimal heat dissipation, but also guarantees energy efficiency, longevity,…

Why Does the Call for Spanish Language Spec Sheets & Catalogs Go (Almost) Unanswered?
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Why Does the Call for Spanish Language Spec Sheets & Catalogs Go (Almost) Unanswered?

Several years ago, an LED lighting manufacturer targeting the residential market asked their network of independent reps what customers were asking for in the field. The answer had nothing to do with product design, quicker shipping, or affordability. It turned out that the most-sought-after items were marketing materials, catalogs, and spec sheets that were written…

DLFNY Announces the Beacon Awards: Submission Portal Opens June 3rd to September 4th

The Designers Lighting Forum of New York (DLFNY) announces the inaugural Beacon Awards — an annual awards program to recognize the thoughtful integration of lighting design in built projects created within the greater New York metropolitan region (New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut). Two additional awards, for product design and service to the industry, will…

Discover the Future of Architectural Lighting: VENTRIX, the Ultimate Modular Linear Lighting System by WAC

Formerly known as WAC-STRUT, VENTRIX is the evolution of a world-class modular linear lighting, control, and power system. WAC’s previous names weren’t unique enough to differentiate this modular linear lighting system in the marketplace. The company selected VENTRIX because it combines VENTURE with MATRIX— a dynamic, expansive VENTURE into architectural lighting solutions that offer a comprehensive MATRIX of adaptable grid and linear options for…

Spartan Area Light from REVO Lighting Simplifies Installation
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Spartan Area Light from REVO Lighting Simplifies Installation

REVO Lighting, an Espen Technology brand, has released its Spartan Area Light luminaires that features a unique installation mechanism that allows simple mounting by just one installer. A special mounting bracket is first attached to a 4” or 5” square or round pole. Next, the unique arm mount easily attaches to the bracket with a…

Ultraviolet Lighting from TCP Kills Germs, Recirculates Fresh Air
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Ultraviolet Lighting from TCP Kills Germs, Recirculates Fresh Air

Technical Consumer Products, Inc. (TCP) has announced its first line of LED lighting that reduces the amount of active microbes in the indoor air while it illuminates. How Innovative PurEssentials Line Addresses Marketplace Demands The timing is perfect as the COVID era of spending more time at home has increased consumer demand for homes that nurture…

LEDVANCE OPTI-SELECT Sets New Industry Standard with Field-Adjustable Distribution, Eliminating the Need for Lens Swaps
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LEDVANCE OPTI-SELECT Sets New Industry Standard with Field-Adjustable Distribution, Eliminating the Need for Lens Swaps

LEDVANCE is excited to unveil its newest innovation in outdoor lighting the OPTI-SELECT AREA LIGHT, marking a groundbreaking advancement. This product introduces an industry-first feature: OPTI-SELECT – Field Adjustable Distribution. Offering field adjustable distribution without the need for lens changes, embodying unmatched versatility and simplicity. The LEDVANCE OPTI-SELECT AREA LIGHT stands out by integrating the…