Cyclone Lighting, part of Acuity Brands, has released its new version of the T3M optical lens. This lens was specifically designed for cities seeking to modernize their lighting infrastructure by replacing prismatic globes with full-cutoff luminaires. The enhanced version of the T3 lens addresses challenges of replacing prismatic globe luminaires while meeting Dark Sky requirements….
The tale of two lighting companies couldn’t show a more divergent course than Acuity’s growth and diversification into growing markets and Signify’s steady decline. The choppy seas are the same environment that both companies compete in (albeit different geographies and Signify with a larger consumer business and lamps) so the reader can conclude who is…
Peachtree City, Georgia-based Signify has announced the completion of its acquisition of Nemalux, a market-leading manufacturer of industrial lighting solutions focused on hazardous location fixtures. Nemalux joins the Cooper Lighting Solutions business, while maintaining its established manufacturing base and headquarters in Canada. Founded in Calgary in 2003, Nemalux has built a portfolio of high-specification LED…
Within the evolving lighting industry, technical fluency and professional credibility are no longer optional — they are essential. Lighting agents and manufacturers who wish to successfully call on specifiers, architects, and engineers must do more than sell. They must educate, collaborate, and provide real value throughout the design and specification cycle. To meet this demand,…
Sometimes when a scrappy, innovative company loses its founder, the business continues on — but without some of the forward-thinking practices and creative problem-solving that made it unique. This was not the case with Renova Lighting Systems, a domestic lighting manufacturer headquartered in Rhode Island that began with fluorescent technology before transitioning to LED. “Renova…
At the January 2026 edition of Lightovation, taking place January 10-13 at the Dallas Market Center, a new outdoor lighting exhibit – called “Exteriorscape” – will feature nine leading brands in a showcase located on the third floor in the Trade Mart. The exhibit will present the brands’ best landscape lighting products to lighting showrooms, interior…
When the Labour Court of Norway and the National Mediator moved into a new office in central Oslo, there were some key lighting criteria that needed to be addressed. Specifically, the National Mediator of Norway works to solve high-level disputes related to wage negotiations and collective agreements. And, as such, it frequently brings together representatives…
Lighting manufacturer Light Forms has illuminated the new headquarters of full-service marketing agency Reech, delivering a bespoke lighting design that reflects the brand’s creativity, local roots, and bold ambitions for the future. Housed within a newly built premises that gives a nod to an agricultural barn, the new Reech headquarters marks a significant milestone for…
Next week, the DesignLights Consortium (DLC) will be releasing the final Solid-State Lighting v 6.0 and LUNA v2.0 technical requirements comprised of changes recommended by DLC members, manufacturers, and industry experts. In a blog post on its website, DLC expressed gratitude for those who provided insight on updates to the requirements and provided details on…
NeoCon, the platform for commercial interiors innovation and connection held annually in Chicago, has opened its Call for Programming as of October 30. Taking place at THE MART from June 8-10 with a new Preview Day on Sunday, June 7, NeoCon is inviting leading voices, industry disruptors, and forward-thinking design experts to submit Continuing Education…
Chicago-based Littelfuse, Inc., a publicly held leader in smart solutions that enable safe and efficient electrical energy transfer, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire family-owned Basler Electric Company for a cash consideration of approximately $350 million. When adjusted for the present value of expected tax benefits of approximately $30 million, the net transaction value…
New York-based SATCO PRODUCTS, Inc. has promoted Rick Hurst to vice president of Connected Lighting. Hurst joined SATCO in 2023 as director of Business Development/Connected Lighting and led the development of the recently launched Domino Networked Lighting Controls program. In his new role, Hurst will lead that program’s continued development and market expansion. Domino integrates…
[Editors’ Note: This article recently appeared in Cooper Lighting Solutions’ Healthcare Solutions newsletter and touches on a compelling and emerging topic in lighting that we felt worth sharing with our readers.] Sunlight is abundant and universally appreciated—so why not put it to work indoors? That’s exactly what daylight harvesting does. By automatically adjusting electric light…
Dallas Market Center (DMC) has announced the next phase of its Nearshoring America initiative that connects U.S. brands with factories and supply chain service providers from Mexico and Latin America. Most notably, the next edition will be held in January 2026 and will include a custom matchmaking program – open to DMC exhibitors – designed…
LSI has aligned a variety of its products with the mission of DarkSky International, supporting a shared vision of sustainable outdoor lighting that minimizes light pollution without compromising safety or visibility. The lighting systems are engineered not only to illuminate spaces efficiently, but to do so responsibly. By building sustainability into every fixture design, LSI helps…
The 12″ DCP-LHS12 Contour Pro from Dals is a compact and stylish lighting solution designed for seamless integration into hardscape elements such as walls, steps, and patios. Despite its discreet profile, the Contour Pro delivers powerful illumination, making it ideal for small to medium-sized areas. Whether recessed or surface mounted, the 12″ Contour Pro outdoor…