May 30, 2024 Summary The DesignLights Consortium’s (DLC) Qualified Products Lists (QPLs) make selecting energy-efficient commercial lighting simple. Facility managers aiming to save energy, qualify for rebates, and ensure occupant comfort can trust the DLC’s extensive, verified lists of high-quality lighting products. The DLC’s Solid-State Lighting (LED) QPL, the largest in the world, includes products…
May 30, 2024 The Philips Ultinon Pro6000 Boost range gains the H1-LED type so its road-legal performance can be available to more vehicles. These exceptional LED retrofit bulbs, developed by Lumileds have been approved for road use in several European Union countries[1]. They fit a wider range of vehicles thanks to their innovative architecture. Compact,…
REVO Lighting, a fast-growing brand of commercial LED lighting under Espen Technology, has released a modular RDL Architectural Downlight Series offering a variety of cutting-edge features. The RDL family of modular downlights are built around two light engine options: one IC-rated that is wattage-selectable (20W/15W/10W) as well as 3-CCT selectable; and a second that is…
May 24, 2024 American lighting design professionals in seven southern states now have IALD, a dedicated professional community in which to interact and engage. As part of the support and advocacy for lighting designers provided at global, regional, and local levels, the International Association of Lighting Designers has established a chapter for Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi,…
May 24, 2024 The TALQ Consortium has released a new version 2.6.0 of its Smart City Protocol, a global interface standard for smart city device networks. Continuous evolution of the protocol ensures the interface standard constantly adapts to changing market needs. Version 2.6.0 introduces a new Cabinet Control profile, an extension of active periods and…
JAW Advisory, founded by Jim Williams, is proud to announce its official launch is set for June 3rd, 2024. Based in Chicago, JAW Advisory strives to become the first and only call when a leadership team needs operational guidance and support. Jim Williams, a veteran of the Lighting and Controls industry, envisions JAW Advisory as…
If you think the ban on single-use plastic drinking straws (effective in 8 states and growing) is merely a consumer annoyance, you may be missing the bigger picture. Those who do not live or do business in California might be unaware of the SB 54 Plastic Pollution Prevention and Packaging Producer Responsibility Act, which was…
The 2020 U.S. Lighting Market Characterization (LMC) is the fourth report released by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Solid-State Lighting (SSL) Program, with the previous one based on 2015 data. These reports provide estimates of the installed stock and energy use of general illumination lighting products in the U.S., aiming to support effective DOE lighting…
New Jersey-based MaxLite has appointed industry veteran Lance Hollner as President & CEO, succeeding outgoing CEO Spencer Bolgard. Hollner brings more than two decades of lighting expertise and knowledge to MaxLite, along with a strong track record of delivering results, driving continuous improvement, and developing talent. Much of his career has been spent at manufacturers…
By Deborah Perkins How Superior Dimming Offers New Scope to Create Atmospheric and Emotional EffectsMarrying deep dimming with colour tuning gives lighting designers greater freedom and control If the higher purpose of lighting, beyond mere illumination, is to create mood and atmosphere, then dimming is an important tool for achieving these effects. While basic dimming…
May 17, 2024 By Noah Sabatier Part 3 of “How Many Studies Does It Take to Change a Lightbulb” emphasizes the often-overlooked impact of weather and the spectral reflectance of surfaces on lighting selection, highlighting the importance of considering these factors for optimal lighting design, particularly in outdoor environments. If you have made it to…
May 21, 2024 By Jeffery Dross Understanding why bugs prefer some artificial lights over others, like incandescent bulbs over LEDs, highlights the broader impact of our lighting choices on the environment, emphasizing the importance of considering wildlife and ecosystems when designing outdoor lighting. I regularly read a newsletter about lighting, Light Now published by my…
May 21, 2024 By Andrew Boerschig – Guarantee Electric – Energy Solutions Project Manager Building Client Trust with Turnkey Lighting Solutions As I previously mentioned in our first article in our series, our energy solutions team within Guarantee Electrical is truly a boutique unit that leads with specialized turnkey solutions, that helps us build business…
UK-based lighting manufacturer DW Windsor has released DarkSky-approved versions of its most popular heritage luminaires, expanding its DarkSky Lighting range to support its Light Responsibly® initiative. The launch includes DarkSky versions of its popular Windsor, Strand, and Ely lanterns and marks the first time traditional British heritage-style luminaires have been certified by the International Dark-Sky…
California-based Elisterno Outdoors, a division of custom hospitality lighting manufacturer Innovations in Lighting, has expanded its product line to include decorative wall sconces that are UL-listed for wet locations. “After the strong response we received early this year on our innovative chandeliers, we realized there was also an underserved segment in the sconce market and…
SATCO|NUVO’s LED Hi-Pro A21 Lamps offer ColorQuick convenience ideal for commercial projects. Choose from 2700K/4000K/5000K color temperatures at installation to achieve the desired atmosphere for the environment. Designed to work in 120V to 277V fixtures, these lamps are compatible with ballast bypass fixtures and are dimmable when used in 120V applications. With enclosed decorative and…