The Industry Committee for Emergency Lighting (ICEL), a part of The Lighting Industry Association (The LIA), enters a new phase in their mission to enhance competency and safety standards in the sector. Emergency lighting is a cornerstone of public safety. It provides crucial illumination during power outages, enabling safe evacuation and preventing panic in emergency…
Early Bird registration is still open until 9/15 for the DesignLights Consortium’s (DLC) 1.5-day Controls Summit taking place October 15-16 at The Westin Hotel in Milwaukee. “Integration for the Future” is the theme of this year’s Summit. The goal is to work toward eliminating barriers to wider adoption of lighting controls and HVAC integration in…
The author, Jeffrey Dross, criticizes The New York Times’ Wirecutter feature for using a rude, possibly sexist term in their lighting review headline. He finds the term inappropriate and unprofessional, especially in an industry where respect for the audience, many of whom are female professionals, is crucial. While the product itself is outdated, the insensitive…
By Robert Lanteigne As we reach the final chapter of The Non-Technical Language of Light, it’s time to delve into the fascinating world of lighting hardware. Throughout different chapters of this series, we’ve explored how lighting shapes our experiences, moods, and the very essence of the spaces we inhabit. But what about the physical elements that…
When news broke this morning that Livonia, Mich.-based Masco Corp. sold off Cleveland-based Kichler – widely regarded to be one of the largest decorative residential lighting manufacturers in the U.S. that it acquired with great fanfare in 2018 – there wasn’t a lot of shock in the industry at the announcement…until the revelation that the…
By Dañiel R. Luna-Fuller As the world continues to move toward energy efficiency and sustainability, end users increasingly recognize the value of upgrading their lighting systems to LED. However, the benefits of this transition extend far beyond just energy savings. By integrating smart controls into these systems, users can unlock a host of additional advantages,…
By Line Goyette Danny Streit, Partner and Design Director at DHS Lighting Design, shares the story of transforming the façade of 3200 West End Avenue in Nashville. With 25 years of experience in architectural lighting and control system design, Danny led the project, working closely with architects and contractors to enhance the building’s aesthetics and…
This year’s Dallas Design Week, held on the Dallas Market Center (DMC) campus September 17-19, is happening concurrently with ArchLIGHT Summit, a commercial and architectural lighting event that provides educational events, design spotlights, and networking opportunities for the design community. Design Week will focus events around 4 pillars – Tabletop, Hospitality, Holiday/Floral, and Art – with…
Lightolier, a Signify brand, has launched an LED downlighting system designed to be installed without frames, making ModuLyte flexible to accommodate new construction, remodel, and retrofit applications. Field selectable correlated color temperature and lumens in addition to field installable optics including wall wash allow ModuLyte to adapt to a variety of applications such as office,…
This article by Craigh DiLouie of Lighting Controls Association aims to guide facility managers in upgrading lighting systems in existing buildings by integrating LED technology with advanced lighting controls. It covers three main options for retrofitting fluorescent luminaires—TLED lamps, retrofit kits, and new LED luminaires—and explores how to maximize energy savings through effective control strategies….
Wisconsin Lighting Lab, Inc. (WiLL) is proud to announce the launch of its latest lighting innovation, the WiLLstudio™ MVX Coach-Style Nautical Fixture + Pole Combo. This exquisite lighting solution combines classic nautical aesthetics with cutting-edge LED technology, offering a perfect blend of form and function for various outdoor settings. Originally designed for Disney’s Port Orleans…
LSI Industries has launched an Industrial Dock Light built to illuminate your shipping and receiving areas, helping ensure a safe work environment. This innovative, durable, and versatile dock light helps complete your warehouse lighting package. The Industrial Dock Light was developed to supplement the LSI Lighting warehouse lighting offering. All LSI Lighting products complete a…
The Metalux MMS Multi-Mount Selectable Panel from Cooper Lighting is a versatile selectable panel light that can mount directly to the ceiling or wall without the cost and labor of a surface mount kit. In addition, it can be recessed or suspended (with kit) to make it the “go to” panel for any mounting requirement….
Leviton has announced a major upgrade to its Decora Smart Z-Wave Plus™ portfolio with the introduction of the new 800-Series Switch (ZW15S) and Dimmer (ZW6HD). The new 800-Series devices are backwards compatible with any Z-Wave network, ensuring interoperability with a wide range of modern Z-Wave hubs and security systems, including Samsung SmartThings™, Ring Security, Alarm.com,…
The Department of Energy’s 2024 Integrated Lighting Campaign (ILC) recognized 18 organizations for their commitment to energy efficiency and environmental responsibility. These projects highlight significant energy savings and enhanced user experiences through advanced lighting systems. Notable achievements include the reduction of energy consumption by over 50% in multifamily buildings and the innovative integration of controls…
Women in Lighting + Design’s (WILD) peer-to-peer mentorship program was created to connect women at all stages in their lighting careers, encourage leadership and support within the community, and create a safe space for WILD members to share their experiences and learn from one another. The program will be small, peer-to-peer style groups, where all…