Created to help promote the education and careers of young scientists, the WAC Lighting Invitational Science Fair is sponsored by WAC Lighting and held at Syosset High School on Long Island, New York each spring. The symposium offers nearly 500 students from Long Island high schools the opportunity to present their research projects to a panel of…
WAC Landscape Lighting received an Editor’s Choice Award from Green Industry Pros magazine for its Colorscaping smart landscape lighting and control system. The patent-pending product line is designed and engineered to illuminate landscapes with tunable white light and an unlimited color palette. The awards were given to products that help landscape professionals balance the daily demands of their business…
New York-based Leviton has named Adam Heller as the new Director of Lighting Agent Sales for its ConTech, Birchwood, and Intense Lighting brands. He will oversee commercial agent sales while leveraging his extensive national relationships to drive technology advancements and incorporate the voice of the customer into Leviton’s product and marketing strategies. Heller brings a…
SKYX Platforms Corp. (d/b/a SKYX Technologies), a disruptive smart platform technology company with more than 97 issued and pending patents and 60+ lighting and home décor websites, has announced a new collaboration with JIT Electrical Supply, an electrical, lighting and ceiling fan supplier to the building and professional industries with locations in St. Augustine, Tampa,…
New York-based Leviton has announced that Michael Lehman, general manager of ConTech Lighting at Leviton, has been recognized by the Green Building Initiative (GBI) as a member of the 2024 Class of Green Globes® Fellows. This distinction recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in advancing sustainable building practices through Green Globes certification programs. The…
California-based Espen Technology, a leader in EV chargers and commercial LED lighting, has announced the appointment of Isaac Jaten as its new Regional Sales Manager–Mountain States. In this role, Jaten will be responsible for overseeing sales operations across the western states, from Washington to Colorado, excluding California. Jaten brings a wealth of experience and expertise…
March is coming up fast, and that means it’s time for LEDucation, the highly anticipated show targeting the architectural design community held annually in Manhattan. The dates for the 2025 edition are March 18 & 19 at the New Hilton Midtown in New York City. Ahead of the show, the virtual format for 15 educational…
By: David Gordon As the quarter and year comes to a close, it reminds me that it’s time for the Q4 Pulse of Lighting survey. The Q3 survey revealed, essentially, a flat market, based upon input from over 200 industry lighting professionals. Further, they projected a comparable Q4. Did it deliver, exceed, or underperform? The question is,…
REVO Lighting, one of the fastest-growing brands of commercial LED luminaires, today announced the launch of its Quick Ship Program. The program promises PO confirmation within 24 hours, and shipment within 48 hours. REVO Lighting’s Quick Ship program is available only on certain luminaire configurations and is contingent on stock availability. Luminaire types with available…
Amerlux has announced that it will immediately operate under the legal name Delta Intelligent Building Technologies (USA), LLC while retaining its identity as a trusted brand for award-winning architectural lighting fixtures. Employees, facilities, products and services will stay the same, ensuring dependable customer support and consistent quality standards. Delta Intelligent Building Technologies (DIBT) is a one-stop shop…
Renowned lighting enthusiast and author “Lightbob” (aka Robert Lanteigne) invites listeners on a luminous journey with his new podcast, The Non-Technical Language of Light. This captivating series, available now on Podcastle, shines a light on the art and science of illumination, offering an approachable guide to understanding the role of lighting in everyday spaces. Drawing…
NJ-based manufacturer of rugged, high-performance outdoor audio and lighting solutions Coastal Source has appointed Zone Pacific Sales to serve as its manufacturer sales representative in northern California and northern Nevada. The appointment is effective immediately, according to Coastal Source Director of Sales Pete Sepesi. “With decades of experience, Zone Pacific Sales brings a wealth of…
Kuzco Group, a leading provider of contemporary decorative lighting solutions, has promoted two exceptional team members to key leadership roles. Paul Sidhu has been named Vice President of Brand, and Holly Blake will serve as Vice President of Sales. These promotions highlight Kuzco’s commitment to fostering talent from within and reinforcing its leadership team with…
The National Lighting Bureau (NLB) has announced updated plans for the 2nd Lighting Transformation Awards program, now scheduled for 2025. Submitted projects will be eligible for a new Special Citation for exemplary controls design and implementation, co-sponsored by the Lighting Controls Association. The Awards will be presented at LightFair 2025 in Las Vegas. The Lighting…
By Robert Lanteigne Your client spent a fortune last summer on a luxurious outdoor kitchen and adjacent living space plus landscaping and they are ready now to invest in highlighting that investment with a strategic lighting design. Where to start? Ask your clients to hone in on what they want to see in their yard…
Headquartered in New York City, Barbizon Lighting has named Adam Donnelly as its Northeast Regional Sales Manager. Donnelly will oversee the Products and Expendables divisions for the company’s New York, Boston, and Chicago offices. His forward-thinking approach and strong sales and client engagement foundation will be pivotal in expanding Barbizon’s reach and delivering tailored solutions…