The smart lighting category has long been vexed by incompatible controls systems, forcing specifiers and designers to either commit to one protocol that could operate in every application needed or skip the whole idea of incorporating a smart system entirely. It is welcome news then that the DALI Alliance (DALI), the TALQ Consortium (TALQ) and…
EarthTronics introduces its versatile, color-selectable hybrid UL Type A/B T8 U-Bend LED to efficiently replace fluorescent tubes by offering exceptional LED lighting with reduced energy and maintenance costs Designed as a universal solution, the UL Type A/B LED T8 U-Bend can be used with existing electronic T8 ballast or line voltage. For UL Type A…
SATCO|NUVO’s beam adjustable LED track head fixtures bring both functionality and style to your lighting projects. These fixtures are CCT selectable, allowing users to choose from five different color temperature options. With an impressive CRI rating of 90, they produce crisp, true-to-life white light. The track heads offer precise beam control, with a 90° adjustable…
Eureka, part of Acuity Brands, recently announced the addition of a 9.5″ slim-profile version of its Mill luminaires. Mill is a range of acoustic luminaires in diverse formats, sizes and mounting options. Its unique aesthetic enables designers to make a statement, while reducing ambient noise in modern spaces . Felt blades create a cylindrical shape, which traps…
Keystone Technologies has expanded its high power floodlight family. Keystone’s floodlights are some of the most versatile on the market. With the addition of OpticSwap, Keystone’s revolutionary tool-free lens-changing technology, they are the only floodlight a project needs. With OpticSwap, you can switch the optics on the fly, thanks to an inventive design that simply…
Aculux, part of Acuity Brands, has announced the launch of its latest innovation, the very narrow 5° Precision Spot. This very narrow beam spot, designed specifically for high-ceiling spaces, sets a new standard in lighting control, enabling the spotlighting of objects from afar with unparalleled precision. The new 5-degree spot takes Aculux precision a step…
Casambi has launched the Salvador Series 2000, the next generation of advanced lighting control systems. Building on the foundation of the popular Salvador Series 1000, the 2000 delivers cutting-edge functionality and versatility, allowing seamless integration of wired DALI drivers into Casambi’s wireless ecosystem. When integrated, DALI luminaires appear as luminaires in the Casambi network. Notably, this product supports industry…
MaxLite has announced the launch of EasyRFTM, an innovative room-based wireless lighting control system that expands the company’s c-Max Lighting Controls platform. EasyRF represents a user-friendly and cost-effective solution designed to seamlessly integrate luminaire level lighting controls (LLLC) for both new construction and retrofit projects. This innovative system is designed to create groupable wireless lighting…
While the lighting industry has understood that smart technology offers benefits to the end consumer and growth opportunities for lighting professionals, adoption has not been as fast nor as widespread as experts had predicted over the past several years. New Jersey-based Crestron Electronics hopes to mitigate the uncertainty that end users have regarding smart systems…
By David Gordon Recently we released our Q3 Pulse of Lighting report which, other than sharing that Q3 was relatively static, also asked a couple of questions that directly lead to growth for the lighting market. The issue is important as the lighting market has lagged the overall industry since essentially Covid. Some is due to supply…
In the era of ecommerce, where consumers often search online to find a lower price for the same lighting fixtures they see in person at their local lighting showroom or electrical supply, many brick-and-mortars offer price-matching to make the sale — and there’s certainly nothing illegal about that practice. But with the Federal Trade Commission…
By Robert Lanteigne An Evolving Canvas that Extends Interior Spaces to the Outdoors Landscape lighting is much more than just placing lights in your garden. It’s about creating an evolving canvas that connects your home’s interior with the exterior, revealing the beauty of your outdoor environment in ways that change and grow over time. By…
By Natalie Young In the highly competitive lighting industry, effective positioning is crucial for a brand’s long-term success. When companies position their products, they are essentially shaping the perceptions and associations that customers hold about their brand. This process goes far beyond a catchy tagline or a sleek logo. It’s about ensuring that the right…
The DALI Alliance has announced the first-ever North American DALI Summit will take place on October 30, 2024, at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York City. Register now to receive the Early Bird Price of $199 At the North American DALI Summit, you can earn 6 CEUs/LUs by participating in selected sessions to enhance your…
Exploring the emotional impact of lighting and its influence on commercial and industrial projects with Andrew Boerschig A Focus on Function: Lighting for Practical Spaces As a commercial and industrial electrical contractor in the lighting industry, Guarantee Electrical’s projects often fall into what I like to call “meat and potato” type jobs. What does this…
Acuity Brands, Inc. adds character to any space with the introduction of 15 decorative track lighting products from Lithonia Lighting®. Designed to enhance room décor and lighting in residential and light commercial spaces, the new track lighting family features a variety of LED and halogen lamped track head fixtures. The product expansion includes eight products compatible…