Legrand®, a global leader in electrical and digital building infrastructures, has launched the Wattstopper i3 Platform, a next-generation lighting and building intelligence solution powered by KODE Labs, a global leader of advanced smart building technology. According to the company, the partnership positions Legrand to lead the lighting controls industry into a new era of unified…
Did you know that April 21 – 28, 2025 was International Dark-Sky Week? If you lived in Santa Barbara County (California), and especially in the county’s unincorporated areas, you may have known as the county now has a new Outdoor Lighting Ordinance. This is a trend that more rural areas are considering, with some adopting….
Synapse Wireless has integrated its SimplySnap Lighting Solutions with Lutron’s Athena system, enabling building owners and facility managers to experience unified control of lighting systems through a single interface. With SimplySnap’s robust outdoor lighting controls, including wireless connectivity, automated scheduling, fixture performance monitoring, and Lutron’s intuitive and dynamic indoor lighting solutions, customers gain exceptional control…
The National Lighting Bureau (NLB) has announced the winners in the 2025 Lighting Transformation Awards, co-sponsored by the National Association of Lighting Maintenance Companies (NALMCO). The winning projects recognize outstanding achievements in lighting retrofit projects that feature innovative solutions with minimal alteration to the existing building structure. The projects illustrate the power of lighting systems…
Snap One has officially launched Lux by Control4, a reimagined collection of elegant keypads, dimmers, and outlets that sets a new standard in lighting control. The exquisitely designed lineup now offers an expanded selection of design options, delivering a higher level of sophistication with Control4 automation – ensuring a perfect fit for any luxury home or hospitality interior. To further enhance personalization, 19 designer colors with three finishes, including premium metal faceplates, have been added, providing even greater design flexibility….
Charleston-based Sonepar is on its way to completing 13 free LED lighting retrofits for community non-profits as part of its annual “Bright Lights Brighter Futures” program. In addition, it has made an Earth Day donation of more than $12,000 to the National Forest Foundation. The two charitable initiatives tie into Sonepar’s global Purpose of “Powering…
Noting the negative impact of tariffs on the construction sector, Mark McClear, CEO of Casambi, touted the benefits of the American-made lighting control options offered by Casambi’s ecosystem, which will help partners and customers stay on track, reduce costs, and avoid delays. According to McClear, Casambi’s wireless control platform is software-driven and hardware-light, making it…
By Kaitlin Burke, Lead System Engineer at Cooper Lighting Solutions & Rajat Bhayana, Lighting Product Manager at Cooper Lighting Solutions Technology is rapidly reshaping the lighting design industry, offering new ways to streamline workflows, enhance aesthetics, and optimize energy efficiency. In 2025, lighting professionals will have more tools than ever to balance creativity, functionality, budgets, and project timelines. Among the…
The fifth edition of ArchLIGHT Summit – the growing annual lighting trade and educational event for the architectural, specification, and design communities – has opened attendee registration for its September 16-17, 2025 show. The annual event welcomes lighting designers, architects, interior designers, specifiers, and emerging professionals to see new products from leading commercial brands, experience…
David Shiller, President of Lighting Solution Development, recently reviewed the new Fundamentals of Energy Efficient Lighting and Controls book from The Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). Now available through the AEE Bookstore, the comprehensive guide is designed to support lighting practitioners, architects, engineers, facility managers, energy consultants, and students in navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of…
Factory Lamps & Industrial Lights: How to Determine Appropriate Lighting Factory lamps and industrial lights are unique forms of commercial lighting. These elements provide an enhanced illumination profile that focuses on manufacturing, sorting, and picking functions. Industrial illumination is typically seen in factories and warehouses, but it could be appropriate in other settings. What Are…
For the Oceanside Library in Oceanside, New York, Architect Elisabeth Martin and her teamincorporated USAI Lighting products to create an elegant, cutting-edge lighting scheme. “We believe the lighting design of a space can make or break a project’s success,” says ElisabethMartin, Principal at MDA Designgroup, who designed the lighting scheme for a wide variety ofprogram…
Superior Lighting, a division of Stones River Electric, continues to lead the way in innovative lighting solutions for schools and commercial facilities. With a commitment to energy efficiency, intelligent controls, and high-performance lighting, Superior Lighting was selected for Phase 4 of Millard North High School’s ongoing lighting modernization project. Project Overview Client: Millard North High SchoolProject…
Nora Lighting has announced the launch of its latest product line, the Apollo Series specification grade recessed lighting solution. This new collection introduces a sleek, three-inch aperture that seamlessly integrates cutting-edge LED technology with architectural-grade finishes and advanced optics. “The Apollo Series represents a significant advancement in recessed lighting for Nora,” said Fred Farzan, President…
Luminaires in the New Era Series from Cyclone, an Acuity Brand, are designed to distribute a wide range of lumen output levels evenly over vast areas. The New Era Series features a full cutoff Orion optical system that precisely controls light distribution. The new benchmark in street lighting, the luminaires are designed for highways, boulevards, and parking…
DMF Lighting has announced that it has been named “Favorite Company to Do Business With” by the Cinergy Professional Development Group. The award was presented at the annual Cinergy Summit, held on February 25, 2025. Each year, Cinergy surveys its 50 member companies—some of the most respected integrators in the smart home technology industry—to select their most valued manufacturer partners….