Imagine talking to your home like you do to a close friend – who understands you. That vision becomes reality today as BlueHopper, the MeshTek Company, proudly announces the launch of “Talk To your Lights™”, the world’s first AI application that enables users to control their environment using natural, everyday language. Under the hood, Talk To Your Lights…
Savant®, a leader in smart home and smart power technology that acquired GE Lighting in 2020, has added Modern Forms Fans by WAC as a Recommended Partner. “The availability of Modern Forms Fans provides integrators with access to award-winning solutions designed for modern living, all inside the Savant Store, plus our streamlined one-stop shopping experience including the full benefit…
The Mini Inverter from ABB Emergi-Lite is a UL Listed stand-alone pure sine wave output inverter designed to provide power to designated emergency lighting fixtures. In a power loss situation, it will supply power from the onboard battery supply. The Mini-Inverter works in conjunction with incandescent, LED, and fluorescent fixture types and will automatically run switched, normally-on, or normally-off…
Oregon-based Ligman Lighting USA, a leader in outdoor lighting solutions, has announced a 10-year warranty in its commitment to quality, reliability, and long-term customer satisfaction. “For us, it’s not just about delivering a world-class solution, it’s executing with a new level of confidence. Confidence that our methods and product recipe will stand the test of…
Pennsylvania-based Lutron Electronics Co., has acquired Orluna LED Technologies Ltd., a premier United Kingdom-based manufacturer specializing in high-quality architectural lighting fixtures. The acquisition marks Lutron’s first outside North America. Founded in 2010, Orluna is known for its high-quality downlights, uplights, and surface and track fixtures. Orluna’s sleek, compact architectural fixtures complement Lutron’s advanced lighting, shading,…
By David Shiller, reprinted from Light Now The ANSI 137.10 standard enhances outdoor lighting resilience by addressing interoperability and infrastructure durability during extreme weather events. Developed by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA), this standard establishes unified communication protocols and technical requirements for networked outdoor lighting systems, particularly in hurricane-prone regions. Interoperability for Continuity By…
Since the DarkSky program launched in 2002 as the Fixture Seal of Approval (FSA), DarkSky International has made tweaks to its criteria over the years, but the most recent updates – announced in April – are notable because the program has expanded the list of categories to include Residential, Commercial, Pedestrian Comfort, and Wildlife-Tuned Luminaires….
A couple weeks after announcing its first expansion into Texas with its acquisition of ERT Lighting, Florida-based SESCO Lighting has announced another expansion, this time into North Texas. SESCO Lighting has entered into a letter of intent to acquire NEXGEN Lighting Solutions, further expanding its footprint in North Texas. The transition is planned to occur…
Virginia-based Sterling Lighting – which designs and manufactures outdoor luminaires for landscape lighting professionals – has launched a 90-day initiative to establish U.S.-based production, strengthening supply chain resilience and expanding domestic capabilities. Project: Reshore focuses on expanding the company’s domestic manufacturing capabilities by introducing a new U.S.-based production line designed to complement Sterling’s existing portfolio….
By Jeff Thomas, Senior Director of Product Management for Lighting, ADI | Snap One It is easy to feel how lighting can enhance a space, both indoors and outdoors. However, understanding exactly how landscape lighting – by using the right fixtures, positioned and automated properly – can transform an area into a stunning recreational space…
Since upgrading street and area lighting remains a key area of concern for municipalities throughout the U.S. and Canada, the upcoming IES Street and Area Lighting Conference (SALC) will appeal to professionals focused on outdoor lighting. The conference program includes outdoor lighting training classes, seminars, networking sessions, and an exhibit hall. During SALC, decision-makers and…
By Emily Lai, LC A career in architectural lighting design is an exciting and rewarding path that blends technical expertise with artistic vision. Lighting designers shape the way people experience spaces, integrating illumination seamlessly into architecture to enhance aesthetics, functionality, and energy efficiency. However, the career trajectory of a lighting designer often presents limitations, leading…
Lighting showrooms that haven’t felt the heat of competition from their local home centers – most notably The Home Depot and Lowe’s – because they have relied on having more knowledgeable staff in comparison should pay attention to the strategies the two retail giants laid out in their most recent earnings reports on May 20…
Brightline Lighting has appointed industry veteran Tim Godby as the company’s Product Ambassador. In this role, Godby is responsible for educating Brightline integrators, reps, and customers about existing and new lighting products and systems. Godby comes to Brightline from Bolin Technology, a manufacturer of PTZ cameras, where he was the Product Marketing Manager. Godby is based in…
Nestled in the breathtaking surroundings of Duck Key, Jasmine House epitomizes modern coastal luxury. Every detail of this home, from the architectural design to the custom furnishings and lush landscaping, reflects the unparalleled craftsmanship and vision of the D’Asign Source and Coastal Source teams. At the heart of this exquisite property lies a sophisticated outdoor…
The new IPE-LEDNU Series IP65 Linear LED Fixture from ABB Emergi-Lite is a slim and compact product that offers both customizable lumen output and color temperature to suit the needs of the site where it will be installed. Designed to resist moisture and vandalism, the light meets the requirement for wet and damp locations such…