Take the Pulse of Lighting Survey and receive that exclusive Q1 analysis in your inbox next month. By David Gordon, Electrical Trends For many we entered 2026 feeling as if we moved to the frozen tundra and, throughout the first couple of months the weather was “challenging” (and understatement) and a brake on the business….
There is a lot of data floating around and it’s hard to figure out which numbers are the most important to the lighting industry. There was good news – during the last week in February, Freddie Mac announced the average 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage dropped below 6% – which many experts predicted would mean home buying…
Lenexa, Kan.-based lighting agency Lumen Link, a manufacturers’ representative in the commercial and infrastructure lighting market, has announced the addition of Hapco to its line card, significantly expanding its commercial pole product offering for customers in Kansas and western Missouri. The new partnership enhances Lumen Link’s ability to serve commercial and industrial (C&I), municipal, and…
Ari Isaak, founder of Photometrics.ai, details what the technology can bring to the street lighting category. By Ari Isaak, GISP, CFLC The Photometrics.ai system takes street lighting design to a new level that is faster, easier, and more effective than traditional methods. And, most importantly, the end result delivers a better lighting experience for municipalities…
In the Bronx, the Gould Memorial Library stands as one of New York City’s most architecturally significant academic landmarks that can be found within the beautiful grounds of Bronx Community College. Designed by Stanford White and completed in 1900, the rotunda’s Roman Pantheon-inspired dome defines the building’s identity. The interior volume rises nearly 70 feet,…
The Gardco OptiForm OFD‑L floodlight gives contractors a high‑output, low‑profile option for campuses, retail sites, hospitality environments, and public spaces. The luminaire is engineered for uniform illumination, broad mounting flexibility, and long‑term durability, making it a practical choice for both new construction and retrofit work. OptiForm’s output range spans from 34,000 to 80,000 lumens across…
WILD is offering a new benefit for members starting out in the field. Sponsored by the Women in Lighting + Design (WILD) association, the WILD Spark Scholarship is a new benefit for WILD members at the Student and Emerging Professional tier of membership. By offering a scholarship that pays for interested members to attend one…
The OCL Printz product line brings large‑format additive manufacturing into the architectural pendant category in a way that directly benefits contractors as much as designers. The 3D‑printed shades streamline production, improve consistency and reduce the variables that typically slow down installation. Because the shades are printed as single, continuous components, there are no seams, joints…
Tony Wang, chairman and founder of New York-based WAC Lighting, will receive the Long Island Business News (LIBN) Icon Honor Award this month. In 1984, Tony and his wife, Tai, established Wangs Alliance Corporation d/b/a WAC Lighting (now WAC Group), which has evolved into a lighting industry leader. LIBN’s Icon Honors recognize Long Island-based business…
Charleston, S.C.-based Sonepar’s Midwest subsidiary Echo Electric has entered into an agreement to acquire Shaw Supply, a full-line electrical distributor located in Kansas City, Missouri. A family-owned business since 1957, Shaw Supply brings more than 30 associates to Echo Electric and strengthens their presence in the greater Kansas City market and western Missouri. “Shaw Supply…
Keystone Technologies’ Vapor Utility Jelly Jar is built for unpredictable site conditions, legacy wiring, tight mechanical rooms, and the constant pressure to get in, get out, and avoid callbacks. This fixture can take hits, handle moisture, and adapt to whatever is revealed once the cover plate comes off. The Vapor Utility Jelly Jar pairs a…
Building off of the success of last year’s popular educational sessions offered by WAC Group in partnership with the experts at the Mount Sinai Light and Health Research Center (LHRC), the lighting manufacturer has announced a new webinar series for 2026. Lighting professionals will learn the latest research findings on lighting’s impact on health…
Eureka’s new Torno luminaire gives contractors performance, consistency, and a clean installation, all wrapped up in a decorative package. The fixture combines handcrafted ceramic or wood shades with a compact light engine that delivers up to 750 lumens of low‑glare illumination, making it suitable for hospitality, amenity areas, and contemporary workplace environments. Each shade measures…
Leviton is bringing lighting and audio control together in a single wall‑mounted device through a new integration between the My Leviton app and Sonos audio systems. The update gives contractors a straightforward way to deliver a unified smart home experience without adding wiring complexity or additional hardware. The integration centers on the Decora Smart Wi‑Fi…
When the single-family new construction market stalled in 2025 due to rising interest rates, there was concern among lighting showrooms that had relied heavily on a robust builder business as well as from lighting manufacturers whose core offering was comprised of white goods and builder-grade products. Meanwhile, the multifamily segment of the construction market was…
When Full House Resorts reimagined Bronco Billy’s as the Chamonix Hotel & Casino in Cripple Creek, Colorado, their vision was bold: Create a destination where the thrill of gaming meets the serenity and elegance of a luxury alpine hotel. Lighting would be the thread that ties it all together — setting the mood, guiding guests,…