Founded in 1974 in Utica, New York, Meyda Lighting proudly celebrates its 50th Anniversary. The firm was founded when Meyer Cohen was asked by his wife Ida, to build a stained glass window in their kitchen so they wouldn’t have to view the vintage cars in their neighbor’s driveway. Meyer was a master craftsman and inventor,…
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…
May 7, 2024 By James R. Benya, PE, FIES, FIALD James R. Benya reflects on his four-decade journey in lighting design, from its humble beginnings to the establishment of IALD in 1969, he contemplates the evolving landscape of the profession amidst technological advancements and the potential integration of product sales into lighting design firms. Lighting…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
Inventronics announces the launch of its latest surge protection device (SPD) designed for LED lighting fixtures. With a surge current rating of 5kA, the PU-10Kx05KBxA offers robust protection against transient overvoltages, safeguarding sensitive lighting fixtures from damage. LED lighting fixtures have longer lifetime and better performance compared to traditional lighting fixtures. However, when used in…
UL 924, Underwriters Laboratories’ Standard for Emergency Lighting and Power Equipment, requires numerous qualifications for full compliance, including a baseline level of illumination, 90 minutes of emergency lighting, and ensuring a permanent installation that cannot be easily tampered with or accidentally removed. Keystone Technologies’ new DirectDrive T8 Emergency Backup LED Tube meets those qualifications. In…
PureEdge Lighting has introduced a new 12V exterior track lighting system. The Outdoor Track 12V Warm Dim track light is designed to bring the flexibility and elegance of 2-Circuit track lighting to exterior and wet environments. The lighting solution redefines outdoor lighting with its unparalleled performance, durability, and versatility. Engineered for durability and resilience, the…
No. 8 Lighting has unveiled its slimmest recessed downlight. With an ultra-sleek profile and overall height of only 2.1”, the 805 Super Shallow 2 seamlessly integrates into any architectural environment, offering discreet yet powerful illumination. Engineered with precision and designed for versatility, the downlight sets a new standard for performance, aesthetics, and functionality in architectural…
Combining sleek aesthetics with the power of versatility, the FLEX Dual Head Series LED light from Liteline fits a variety of applications from grocery stores, fast food, retail, hospitality and everything in-between. The high performance LED luminaire with powerful output of 4660 lumens per dual head, 95 CRI and smooth sharp cylindrical body with no…
DMF Lighting has expanded its 2-inch X Series modular downlighting collection to include Cross Beam Total Internal Reflection (TIR) Optics; a 500-lumen Ultra-Narrow light engine module; Pinhole and Hyperbolic trims; and extension collars for installation in thicker ceilings. Specifically engineered for the X Series small aperture downlights, the uniquely designed Cross Beam TIR Optics provide…
Fleet of Fully Configured and Branded Mobile Demo Vans Take Coastal Source Lighting and Audio Solutions to Prospective Customer Homes As Coastal Source continues to celebrate its 15th anniversary year, it is only fitting that the company is now preparing its 15th Coastal Source Mobile Demo Van. Equipped with a full range of high-performance outdoor…
May 2, 2024 By Robert Lanteigne Lighting color plays a pivotal role in shaping our environments, influencing mood, productivity, and even our health. Recent trends in human-centric lighting consider how light affects the human body biologically, emotionally, and cognitively. Cold, warm, and dynamic lighting settings can be controlled to optimize comfort and efficiency in homes,…