Recently NAILD (National Association of Innovative Lighting Distributors), which is an association of less than 100 relatively small lighting distributors and the division of some larger electrical distributors (including Rexel), shared a letter written to DLC (Design Lights Consortium), that its Board endorsed, with industry publications, including US Lighting Trends. In the rather pointed letter,…
Reading, Pa.-based FrommConnect, the services division of Fromm, a leading Mid-Atlantic electrical products and solutions provider, has appointed Andrew Nairin as Business Development Manager. Nairin will work with area businesses and community organizations to promote FrommConnect’s services and pursue opportunities that support economic growth in the region. Nairin joined the company after a successful career…
A 14-year Acuity Brands Lighting veteran, Donna Sumner has stepped into a new role at the company as Senior Director of Strategic Operations for the Innovation + Architectural Division. She noted in a statement announcing her new position with the company, “Leading the Mark Architectural Lighting and Peerless Lighting teams as Director of Product has…
The concept of sports and event lighting used to be confined to professional stadiums and playing fields, but now sports fans at home can enjoy a similar dynamic atmosphere through customizable lighting controls. For example, Govee, a global leader in smart lighting innovation, has just partnered with the Miami Dolphins football team to bring…
When it was time to create a lighting plan for the new office of an international software firm in Munich, Germany, the Berlin-based architectural firm Kinzo specified lighting products from Light Forms to meet the brief that requested innovation, individuality, and technical finesse. Guided by Kinzo’s vision of a workspace that feels both customized and…
Efficiency Forward, Inc. – the nonprofit organization that administers the DesignLights Consortium (DLC) and EVCAN (Electric Vehicle Charging Accessibility Network – has appointed two energy executives to its board of directors: Meg Lusardi and Karen Zelmar. “Both Karen and Meg come to Efficiency Forward with years of experience leading high impact energy initiatives that have…
Summertime is over. 3 1/2 months till the end of the year. The race is on to finish strong while beginning to plan for 2026! Tariff decisions were essentially made (maybe!) but, as an industry, everyone adjusts. The construction market, in many areas, appears to be “challenged”, especially the resi and office construction markets. Warehouse…
By Emily Lai, LC I was talking to some architects recently who have very little lighting control knowledge. To convey the necessary information easily, I explained the process as if they were five year olds — because when we don’t know a subject, we are all essentially five year olds. Indulge me for a moment…
Landscape Forms has introduced the Illumination and Power Kit, a solution for integrating power, mobile charging and lighting into three of our most widely specified solutions — MultipliCITY, Bancal and Parallel 42. Featuring options for 120V GFCI receptacles, USB-A and USB-C charging ports, and warm under-bench lighting, addresses the modern needs of outdoor users while…
Built for tough environments where equipment must endure rigorous cleaning and sanitation processes, the Triton Series Sleek Linear High Bay from RENO Lighting is engineered to withstand high-pressure washdowns and extreme temperatures. A smooth aluminum housing protects the fixture from the accumulation of substances like food debris and dust, and ensures easy maintenance while delivering efficient lighting…
AURA columns and bollards from Lumca is a new generation of outdoor lighting solutions for cities that defies convention. Take advantage of design flexibility, energy savings and lifespan of LED lights — all while offering the warm ambience of traditional lighting. That is the breakthrough with AURA. AURA elegant lighting solutions house an ingenious LED light…
Connect Liteline OnCloud fixtures to the OnCloud Smart Room Controller and keep full control even if the Wi-Fi goes down. Control on/off, dimming, white tuning, and toggle between four favorite modes. No Hub required. Works even if internet / wireless network/ Wi-Fi router is down. Features Specifications More information about the OnCloud Smart Room Controller from Liteline…
Illinois-based Crescent Electric Supply Company, one of the largest independent distributors of electrical hardware and supplies, has appointed Penny Cotner President and Chief Executive Officer, effective October 1, 2025. Cotner joins Crescent after a 12-year tenure at Infinite Electronics, a global supplier of electronic components, including the past seven years as CEO and member of…
LEDVANCE Performance Class High Bay luminaires are exceptionally versatile and robust. They are perfect for challenging environments where durability and reliability are crucial. Safety is LEDVANCE’s priority. That’s why they have engineered their Hazardous Location LED Light Fixtures to deliver uncompromising safety, durability, and performance in the most extreme conditions. When failure is not an option, trust lighting that’s…
DMF Lighting, the leader in modular lighting in the technology integration channel, today announced the appointment of Charlie Derk as Senior Director of Product Strategy. In this new role, Derk will lead DMF’s product roadmap and innovation strategy, driving the continued development of cutting-edge lighting solutions designed to elevate performance, aesthetics, and integration for the smart…
The Keystone Technologies Large Body Vapor Tight adds to the company’s line of vapor tight fixtures, which includes Standard and Medium Body models, and ups the ante with more than 30,000 lumens of light output from just 215 watts. That’s an efficacy of more than 150 LPW, ready for the most demanding spaces. Indeed, it…