
Two Northeast Rep Firms Merge, Forming New Identity
Yusen Associates and A.A. MacPherson announced their strategic merger, uniting two of the largest independent manufacturers’ representative agencies in New England and Upstate New York with a combined 183 years of service. The newly combined entity, Yusen-MacPherson Group, plans to harness the strength of each organization to better serve their manufacturers and distributor partners throughout their territories. Together,…
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Reserve your Spot: Liteline DINE, SIRIUS & SHADE Mini Product Launch

Join us for a peak at the latest Liteline launches! Get introduced to DINE Recessed, SIRIUS, and the all-new SHADE Mini for Concrete Ceilings. Discover sleek, high-performance solutions—perfect for hospitality, modern interiors, and exposed structural ceilings. Register here: Webinar Registration – Zoom
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Besal Fund Awards $115,000 in Scholarships for the 2025-2026 Academic Year
The Robert J. Besal Memorial Education Fund (Besal Fund), a trust established to provide a continuing scholarship program for the advancement of education in illuminating engineering disciplines, is proud to announce the recipients of its scholarships for the 2025-2026 academic year. This year, the Besal Fund has awarded 15 scholarships, totaling $115,000, to students from participating schools…. Read More…
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Vari-Lite’s VLHive Innovation Debuts on The Wombats Tour
Indie rock icons The Wombats are currently touring with a bold new visual identity, powered by the first touring deployment of the VLHive 151 Digital FX lighting fixture from Vari-Lite, originators of the modern moving head lighting fixture and Signify entertainment lighting brand. The show has been designed by lighting designer Rosie Haigh, who is also Vari-Lite… Read More…
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Learn to Design, Install, & Commission Lutron’s Vive Wireless Systems

Let your customers know they are hiring a trained expert in Lutron wireless control systems by earning Vive badges. Our On-Demand Lighting Control Training for the commercial contractor offers courses and resources from dimming basics to lighting control systems for complex buildings. Over 40 modules available at no cost with on-demand, self-paced training that fits your schedule.
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Sculpture™ Sconce Series from New Star Lighting Offers Vandal-resistant Lighting
Part of the vandal-resistant lighting collection, the architectural Sculpture Sconce Series from New Star Lighting is is ideal for building facades, public areas, corridors, lobbies, schools, and any area where durability is desired. The family is versatile and consists of three shapes (round, triangle, and square), available in four lengths (nominal 1’ – 4’), and… Read More…
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Linear 5-Cell Fixed Recessed Downlight from Liteline
Sirius from Liteline is a 5-cell multi-source downlight, designed to excel in providing excellent light output with up to 1600 lumens delivered. The linear design compliments any contemporary space, with beam angle options ranging from 15°-50°. The color temperature can be selected on-site to best suit the space, with a switch located on the back of… Read More…
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Luminis Expands Family of Interior and Exterior Luminaires
Part of Acuity Brands, the new Ellington by Luminis family of interior and exterior luminaire blends retro and modern design to create a cohesive aesthetic, indoors or out, for a diverse range of design visions and functional needs. Ellington by Luminis continuous contours fit seamlessly into contemporary, industrial, or historical spaces. Outdoor applications include walkways,… Read More…
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Sculpture™ Sconce Series from New Star Lighting Offers Vandal-resistant Lighting
Part of the vandal-resistant lighting collection, the architectural Sculpture Sconce Series from New Star Lighting is is ideal for building facades, public areas, corridors, lobbies, schools, and any area where durability is desired. The family is versatile and consists of three shapes (round, triangle, and square), available in four lengths (nominal 1’ – 4’), and… Read More…
US LightingTrends
This special weekly digest has a broad reach to those involved in all aspects of the US electrical lighting design and specification industry. US Lighting Trends provides lighting professionals insight and intelligence on industry developments that effect design and specification. From corporate news to new technologies, products and insightful opinions, USLT will become your first read in the lighting industry. Published on Tuesdays.