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Illuminations Welcomes Back Billy Hodges as Vice President of Marketing and Specifications and a New Role for Johnny Hasson

Illuminations, Inc., a full-service agency and regional leader in lighting, controls, shading, and acoustic solutions for the construction industry, is pleased to announce the return of Billy Hodges as the new Vice President of Marketing and Specifications. Hodges will oversee specification sales teams in the New York City and Philadelphia metro areas, along with company-wide marketing efforts….

Artificial Sky Lights the Way for Dementia-Friendly Environments in Memory Care and Assisted Living Facilities
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Artificial Sky Lights the Way for Dementia-Friendly Environments in Memory Care and Assisted Living Facilities

October 16, 2023  Mark Jenzen Artificial Sky, a service-disabled veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) manufactures the world’s most advanced interior daylighting systems in healthcare, especially for memory care and assisted living facilities. Artificial Sky interior daylighting systems mimic a complete 24-hour day/night cycle and are better known as Human-centric lighting systems to architects, designers and facility…

Leviton Joining NECA Premier Partner Program in 2024
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Leviton Joining NECA Premier Partner Program in 2024

October 11, 2023 Partnership will connect electrical contractors and other industry professionals with Leviton and its innovative solutions and leadership Leviton, a leading manufacturer of innovative electrical technologies and solutions, today announced that it will be entering into a three-year agreement with the National Electrical Contractors Association’s (NECA) Premier Partner sponsorship program, beginning January 1, 2024….

NYControlled 2023 Trade Show Registration Opens
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NYControlled 2023 Trade Show Registration Opens

October 5, 2023 NYControlled, the upcoming educational trade show for lighting control systems and products, will open its doors on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at the Metropolitan Pavilion in NYC for the inaugural event. Supported by the Lighting Controls Association, this much-awaited lighting controls event is now accepting registrations for both exhibitors and attendees. The…

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Aurora Lighting Highlight Luxury Hospitality at Claridges Hotel London   

Claridges Hotel London The famous Claridges Hotel, set in the heart of Mayfair, London, is known for its sophistication and glamour. Guests over the years have included royalty, heads of state and celebrities, who enjoy the luxury of the hotel as well as the impeccable service. The hotel dates back to 1812, becoming known as…

Case Study: Utility/DOT Roadway and High Mast Install
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Case Study: Utility/DOT Roadway and High Mast Install

Background Mobile, Alabama is a port city located on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. With a population of over 180,000 residents and a vibrant 300-year history, Mobile is a melting pot of people, flavors, cultures, and traditions. (https://www.mobile.org/) Challenge Mobile was like so many other cities and towns looking to update their old and inefficient roadway lighting….

Illuminating the Future with LED: Lighting Retrofitting Redefines Efficiency and Compliance
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Illuminating the Future with LED: Lighting Retrofitting Redefines Efficiency and Compliance

In the quest for energy efficiency and sustainability, LED lighting retrofitting has emerged as a beacon of hope for the future. However, it is not as simple as just swapping out old fluorescent tubes for modern LEDs; it is about unlocking a world of possibilities that goes beyond what fluorescent lights could ever offer. At…

AEL Streetlights Selected for Philadelphia Streetlight Improvement Project
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AEL Streetlights Selected for Philadelphia Streetlight Improvement Project

Two-year, citywide program will convert 130,000 high-pressure sodium streetlights into a network of more efficient, longer-lasting LED lights.  Acuity Brands, Inc. recently announced that the Philadelphia Energy Authority (PEA) has selected American Electric Lighting (AEL) as a major supplier for its Philadelphia Streetlight Improvement Project (PSIP). The citywide project will replace and connect approximately 130,000 streetlights into a network of…

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Intercultural Intelligence: Finding a Cultural Bridge to Mitigate Lighting Practices in Countries with no Regulation

Fanny Soulard, Senior Lighting Designer, IALD member* September 29, 2023 Fanny Soulard, Senior Lighting Designer is part of the keynote speakers session during the ArchLIGHT Summit event. She shared with us how she thinks lighting designers can perform better within their projects, using their cultural differences as a key added value! Vietnam’s construction market is…

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A Current Take on Lighting Trends

Current was asked by US Lighting Trends to look into its crystal ball to foresee the not-so-distant future of commercial lighting and controls. Feedback was provided by Current’s lighting pros Director of National Distribution Clayton Smith, Director of Industry Insights & Events Carla Bukalski, and Director of Specifications and Controls Sales David Kelley. What does…

Eaton Invests $500 Million to Bolster U.S. Manufacturing
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Eaton Invests $500 Million to Bolster U.S. Manufacturing

To assist in global and domestic goals for reducing carbon usage and increasing the availability of electrical solutions as , Cleveland-based Eaton is making a significant investment in its North American manufacturing and operations. The company will be expanding its manufacturing to increase the supply of its solutions for customers in utility, commercial, healthcare, industrial…

New DLC Study Quantifies the Benefits of Networked Lighting Controls
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New DLC Study Quantifies the Benefits of Networked Lighting Controls

A recently released DesignLights Consortium (DLC) study underscores the energy savings potential of networked lighting controls (NLCs) and recommends revising energy-efficiency incentive models to capture the full benefits of controlled lighting. A summary of the study, which emphasizes the value of pairing NLCs with HVAC systems in large commercial buildings, is posted on the DLC…

Changes at LEDvance
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Changes at LEDvance

To reflect the major developments at LEDVANCE over the seven years since its founding, the company has unveiled comprehensive brand repositioning, including a new tagline – “Power Through Light” – that puts LEDVANCE’s three key stakeholders at the forefront: customers, the planet, and employees. LEDVANCE was spun-off from OSRAM in 2016 with a portfolio of…

The Future of Lighting in the Metaverse
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The Future of Lighting in the Metaverse

By Erin McDannald, CEO, Lighting Environments & Environments Many industries are gradually integrating the metaverse into their operations, and the lighting sector, an intrinsic component of experiential design, can significantly benefit from enhanced digital tools that effectively depict its solutions in practical contexts. Lighting is unique in that it can establish unprecedented connections with end-users,…