Pharos and Lutron Extended Collaboration Leads to More Integrated Solutions

Lighting control specialist Pharos Architectural Controls and Lutron Electronics have expanded their joint integration capabilities. Pharos has been working with Lutron to provide integration of Pharos Designer systems with Lutron commercial systems, using Pharos flexible IO modules. The Pharos systems now support integration with Athena; Lutron’s flagship control offering for commercial installations. The Designer range…

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Casambi Is Ready for the Salvador Series

In an industry-first move, Casambi’s Salvador Series, a compact yet powerful matchbox-sized module, transcends traditional lighting control by enabling seamless integration of DALI, EnOcean, and Casambi Bluetooth Low Energy-based devices. This breakthrough allows for the creation of hybrid networks that blend the reliability of wired DALI systems with the flexibility and innovation of Casambi’s wireless,…

Kevin Wallace of EGLO North America, Seasoned EGLO Lighting Expert, Returns to Set Up the Organization for Growth

Eglo North America is Merging As Eglo North America merges, Kevin Wallace has returned to EGLO North America as Executive Vice President, Chief Sales Officer. Kevin has 32 years of experience in the lighting industry, previously spending ten of those years with EGLO Canada. Since the recent merger of United States and Canada, as EGLO NA, the team…

Cree
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LED Street Lights Converted to Cree Guideway™ Series Increase Energy Savings by 50%

Recently, the new Guideway Series Street Luminaire from Cree was part of a LED-to-LED conversion, replacing LED street lights that had been installed more than a decade ago. Why should LED-to-LED conversion be considered? Like all light sources, LEDs lose light over time, just at a slower rate than their predecessors. Whether it’s a street, parking lot…

Halco
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Halco Delivers Compact, Easy-to-Install Dusk to Dawn Outdoor Light 

Halco Lighting Technologies has released the Sektor Dusk to Dawn light, a cutting-edge solution designed to meet diverse outdoor lighting needs with unparalleled efficiency and ease. This compact, lightweight, and robust fixture is engineered to provide optimal illumination for walkways, parking areas, roadways, and landscapes. The Sektor Dusk to Dawn light comes standard with a…

Gotham
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Gotham Lighting Adds Shallow Cylinders to IVO Family

Gotham Lighting, an Acuity Brand, recently announced the latest addition to the IVO™ family with the IVO Shallow Cylinder, available in round and square shapes. This family of shallow cylinders offers cylinder heights as shallow as 5” in length. The IVO Shallow Cylinders boast a leading light engine technology called Perfect Color™ from fixture to…

MEAN WELL
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Agricultural Lighting LED Power Supplies from MEAN WELL

Though LED lighting is widely used for daily illumination, it is still quite essential to have the economic benefits and animal-friendly conditions for agricultural lighting applications. Some special requirements such as wavelength (color) selection or application without flicker need to be considered for lighting use. Therefore, MEAN WELL has developed the XLG Series, a constant…

Juno
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Juno® Introduces Direct Canopy Mount Option for Faster Installation of Trac Fixture

Juno®, an Acuity Brand, now offers a direct canopy mount option in which the Trac Fixture mounts directly to an electrical junction box. This trackless alternative offers faster installation, cleaner ceilings, simplified code compliance, and more dimming options. Ideal for any single-head applications that are expected to remain static over time, the direct canopy mount is often used…

Amerlux
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Amerlux Unveils Versatile Clustering Downlights

Amerlux has released a  new series of soft-square architectural decorative downlights that enables designers to break the norm of traditional layouts. The Stadia collection allows for bold distinctiveness by clustering different-sized and colored downlights to create harmony and beautiful design elements in any space. Amerlux collaborated with Gensler, serving as a product design consultant, to create the Stadia collection,…

Evoq
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Evoq Cove Lighting System from Lumenwerx Features Plug-and-Play Design

Lumenwerx has introduced Evoq, an adaptable cove lighting system comprising modular light fixtures in a plug-and-play design, several mounting options, and precision-engineered optics, among other components and features. Designed with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to innovation, Evoq sets a new industry standard, redefining the possibilities of cove lighting. Light Fixtures Evoq fixtures are…

Delviro Energy
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Tunable Surface Mount Cylindrical Spotlight from Delviro Energy

The Spotline Surface Mount cylindrical spotlight from Delviro Energy combines cutting-edge design with superior functionality. The aluminum construction blends elegance and durability. With its tunable white LED options, you can create a tailored ambiance that perfectly suits any space. Choose from two sizes and a range of finishes to achieve the perfect look for your…

SWITCHEX
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Elemental LED Updates SWITCHEX＋ Dimmer and Driver Combo

Elemental LED has unveiled the SWITCHEX®+, the next-generation device that seamlessly merges a low-voltage power supply with a dimmer switch into one compact solution. This revised and improved innovation is built on the patented architecture of its original model and delivers upgraded performance and compatibility with a sleek, modern design – available through the Diode LED brand.  The SWITCHEX+ simplifies…

ACE LEDS
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ACE LEDS Develops 6 Watt Bottom Mount Emergency LED Driver

Designed for downlight and recessed lighting applications, the 6 Watt Bottom Mount Emergency LED Driver from ACE LEDS is tailored to fit limited space lighting fixtures. The UL Listed emergency LED driver enables the same LED fixture to be used for both normal and emergency operation. In the event of a normal power failure, the…

The Photometry Institute 2024: Learn about the Latest Developments in Photometric Testing and Evaluation
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The Photometry Institute 2024: Learn about the Latest Developments in Photometric Testing and Evaluation

June 13, 2024 Learn about the latest developments in photometric testing and evaluation, including new testing requirements for solid-state light sources and systems. August 12-14, 2024 | Lighting Research Center, Troy, NY Who should attend? What will you learn? People who attend the Photometry Institute will come away with the knowledge and skills needed to…

Consumers Pull Back on Home Improvement Projects Causing Stagnant Market + Tips on How to Pivot
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Consumers Pull Back on Home Improvement Projects Causing Stagnant Market + Tips on How to Pivot

By Linda Longo Recently I had the opportunity to sit in on a panel of manufacturers and distributors discussing trends in the home improvement market. It covered multiple product categories, including electrical and lighting. Due to the nature of the event, I cannot share the names of the participating companies, but they all talked about…