By Jeffrey Dross For years, people asked, “Did you go to LEDucation?” I remember submitting a proposal to speak at the inaugural version of this event years ago. My proposal wasn’t selected, and I did not participate. Subsequently, for many reasons, I have not attended — until this year. At the end of 2025, I…
The 57th edition of NeoCon is centered on the theme “Where Design Connects” and will feature new initiatives such as Preview Day and the debuts of Illuminate at NeoCon and NeoCon Collab: Half Light. This year’s edition of NeoCon, slated for June 8-10 at The Mart in Chicago, will provide an expansive lineup from immersive…
MaxLite’s AE Switch Remote Control Area Light streamlines exterior lighting projects with remote‑adjustable distributions, field‑selectable performance settings and a commissioning process that requires no bucket truck or on‑fixture programming. Its adaptable optical system and control‑ready architecture make it easy to fine tune light levels, coverage and energy performance as site requirements evolve without adding labor…
Savant now offers seamless compatibility with Schlage’s Encode™ family of smart locks. Savant®, a leader in smart home and smart power technology, has announced an integration with the Schlage Encode™ family of smart wifi deadbolts. Savant users can monitor alerts, effortlessly send lock/unlock commands from the main screen, and add camera feeds or personalized lock/unlock…
The organization’s third annual event will take place on September 16 and 17 in Dallas and will be co-located with ArchLIGHT Summit at the Dallas Market Center. The DALI Alliance has announced that its 3rd Annual DALI North America Summit will take place September 16 and 17 in Dallas, Texas, alongside ArchLIGHT Summit, the commercial…
Ventilux’s new Waylite Bollard delivers consistent, high-quality illumination that installs cleanly and stands up to real-world conditions. This robust, specification‑grade solution is ideal for pathways, landscaped areas and perimeter environments. The Waylite Bollard is engineered around a durable die‑cast aluminum body with an IP65 rating, giving it the resilience required for long‑term exposure to weather,…
American Lighting’s Spec Grade RGB + Wide Range Tunable White Tape Light pairs saturated RGB mixing with tunable white from 1800K to 6000K, allowing crews to meet diverse lighting requirements without switching platforms. Designed for DMX‑controlled environments, the tape light integrates 3‑in‑1 RGB LEDs with alternating dedicated white LEDs at 1800K, 3000K, and 6000K. This…
A‑Light’s Angle Mini brings the performance of the Angle family to a compact, indirect luminaire built for tight architectural conditions. For locations where full‑size fixtures won’t fit, the small square form factor of the Angle Mini still delivers up to 4,000 lumens, giving contractors a high‑output option that installs cleanly without disrupting the surrounding architecture….
The expanded Dyna Drum Gen 3 family from Acclaim Lighting delivers dramatically increased output, advanced modular electronics and enhanced durability. The line offers a fully reengineered housing, modular service architecture and a significant jump in lumen performance. The updated collection, including the H3, S3 and E3 models, delivers up to 26,000 lumens, giving crews more…
Modern Forms appoints industry veteran Brandi Gilliard as regional sales manager for its Smart Fan division. New York-based Modern Forms, a brand of WAC Group, has appointed Brandi Gilliard as a regional sales manager for the smart fan team. Executive Director/ Sales & Product Development Alex Ostrovsky stated in an announcement to the company’s rep…
Halco’s ProLED Select HoverBay Round Highbay Series is engineered for fast, efficient installation and consistent performance in large commercial and industrial spaces. The series combines strong lumen packages, field‑selectable settings and long‑term serviceability in a single adaptable platform, reducing SKUs while supporting demanding project timelines. HoverBay covers a wide range of applications with packages from…
The LEDucation trade show and conference will return to the New York Hilton Midtown next April and will expand to three days. This year’s LEDucation event, organized by the Designers Lighting Forum of New York (DLFNY), was held in April instead of March for the first time in its 20-year history. Once again, it was…
There were so many sound-absorbing lighting fixtures at LEDucation, you’d have thought the exhibit halls would be quiet — but even the best acoustic properties were no match for the buzz from the enormous crowds. What was this year’s edition of LEDucation like? Well, if you couldn’t attend Light + Building in Frankfurt last month,…
Industry thought leader Craig DiLouie details the various opportunities that still exist in the rebate space. By Craig DiLouie, LC, CLCP, Education Director, Lighting Controls Academy The commercial lighting rebate outlook is strong for 2026, with widely available rebates covering all popular categories of LED lighting and lighting controls, including networked lighting controls. (DiLouie’s full…
Kevin Poyck announces his retirement; Christy Tilton steps up to serve as President. Kevin Poyck, President of Genlyte, Color Kinetics (CK) and Entertainment Business Unit, will retire from Signify as of May 1 and Christy Tilton – who joined the company in 2021 – will take over that role. Sameer Sodhi will continue to lead…
Norcross, Ga.-based Halco Lighting Technologies has appointed Brazill Brothers & Associates as its new representative for Halco Lighting Technologies throughout the Northeast region, effective immediately. This strategic partnership expands the manufacturer’s presence in the Northeast while strengthening Brazill Brothers’ portfolio of innovative, energy-efficient lighting and controls solutions. Brazill Brothers & Associates will represent Halco Lighting…