North Dakota-based GoodBulb is embracing technology by producing and packaging A19 LED light bulbs through a completely automated process. Entrepreneur Tom Enright – who has 25 years of lighting experience in both ecommerce and brick-and-mortar – has announced his new light bulb factory in Fargo, North Dakota, has shipped its first American-made bulbs over July…
The key to prosperity in the construction industry is probably not what you are imagining it to be. This seasoned business consultant shares his insight. By Bill Wagner For more than two decades, I’ve worked with thousands of business owners across industries — from construction CEOs and regional contractors to franchise operators and venture-backed…
Hosted by Dallas Market Center, ArchLIGHT Summit – a leading lighting event for commercial and architectural lighting brands, industry educators, and the professionals – returns September 15–16 with a lineup of association, agency, and sponsor partners bringing new hospitality events, receptions, and programming to the show. This year’s ArchLIGHT Summit opens with keynote speaker Leni…
From conversations I had during June Lightovation and from attending a homebuilders forum last week, there are changes happening in the housing market that electrical distributors need to know about. First, let’s discuss Lightovation in Dallas. Despite a lighter than normal attendance, due to the FIFA World Cup matches in the area, the June show…
Several new sites along the Thames river in London have recently received lighting upgrades. The Thames Tideway Tunnel is a $6.2 billion (US) infrastructure project designed to modernize London’s aging sewer network. As part of the project, several sites along the Thames were expanded to accommodate the additional infrastructure required for the tunnel, creating new…
Less than two years after acquiring a major stake in Lightfair in the U.S., the German exposition company has added another lighting show to its Light + Building portfolio. Germany-based Messe Frankfurt has acquired LiGHT Expo London from [d]arc media. The show will be run out of its London subsidiary, further strengthening its presence within…
The Finnish smart lighting controls company has named Will Norris as the head of its North American business. Finland-based smart lighting controls provider Casambi has announced that Will Norris has assumed leadership of Casambi North America. Effective immediately, Norris will lead Casambi’s adoption across the Americas, supporting the company’s continued growth and strengthening relationships with…
Survey results indicate that the market was essentially flat during the second quarter, but there are signs of growth ahead.
Lutron’s LED+ Pro Max dimmers manage unpredictable residential lighting loads with high wattage capacity, phase‑selectable dimming and broad compatibility across fixture types.
Eureka’s Atoll, part of Acuity Brands, adds square and rectangular shapes with seamless silicone lenses, large‑format sizes and acoustic panel options for offices, libraries, lobbies and open stairwells.
At the close of the Lighting One convention, Alan Karen of SATCO was announced as the recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award. This year’s recipient of Lighting One’s Lifetime Achievement Award – Alan Karen of SATCO – was unable to be at the awards presentation in person due to a prior commitment, however, Lighting One created a special…
Focal Point’s Score 2 lens‑free linear system delivers comfortable, controlled illumination for commercial offices, higher education, hospitality, healthcare, transportation and convention spaces.
New York-based lighting agency SDA Lighting and Controls has completed the transition to a 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), making every eligible employee an owner in the company’s future. Founded in 1962, SDA Lighting and Controls has a legacy of integrity, innovation, and service excellence in the architectural lighting industry. “Becoming a 100% employee-owned…
Liteline’s SIGMA 2 upgrades the original SIGMA line with a fully trimless, plaster‑integrated system and modular regressed downlights designed for controlled, comfortable illumination across commercial, hospitality and multifamily interiors.
Coronet’s Trazo is a slim linear system designed for clean alignment, continuous runs and uniform diffused illumination across a variety of spaces.
The new Genlyte Solutions facility in Irving, a suburb of Dallas, supports next-day delivery and same-day will-call pick up on eligible in-stock LED lamps and luminaires. Bridgewater, N.J.-based Genlyte Solutions, a Signify business, has opened a new warehouse in Irving, Texas, to accelerate order fulfillment across the South Central and Southeastern United States. Now shipping,…