US Lighting Trends founder David Gordon, who is also the founder of sister publication Electrical Trends, shares his perspective of this year’s edition of LEDucation from a different lens than that of a trade editor walking the floors. By now you’re aware of the importance of LEDucation from a new product standpoint, but this yearly…
Choosing the right lighting for a large construction site is more important than many teams realize. Good lighting supports safety, productivity and security. It can also affect your project budget. For decades, diesel-powered light towers have been the default choice on construction sites. They persist not because they’re perfect, but because they’re predictable. Contractors know…
At the recent Milano Design Week 2026, Italian lighting manufacturer Foscarini presents a series of research projects that paired light with 3D knitting. In the years when Euroluce does not take place – as was the case this year – renowned Italian lighting manufacturer Foscarini participates in the Interni FuoriSalone event, which is comprised…
By Jeffrey Dross For years, people asked, “Did you go to LEDucation?” I remember submitting a proposal to speak at the inaugural version of this event years ago. My proposal wasn’t selected, and I did not participate. Subsequently, for many reasons, I have not attended — until this year. At the end of 2025, I…
The 57th edition of NeoCon is centered on the theme “Where Design Connects” and will feature new initiatives such as Preview Day and the debuts of Illuminate at NeoCon and NeoCon Collab: Half Light. This year’s edition of NeoCon, slated for June 8-10 at The Mart in Chicago, will provide an expansive lineup from immersive…
The LEDucation trade show and conference will return to the New York Hilton Midtown next April and will expand to three days. This year’s LEDucation event, organized by the Designers Lighting Forum of New York (DLFNY), was held in April instead of March for the first time in its 20-year history. Once again, it was…
There were so many sound-absorbing lighting fixtures at LEDucation, you’d have thought the exhibit halls would be quiet — but even the best acoustic properties were no match for the buzz from the enormous crowds. What was this year’s edition of LEDucation like? Well, if you couldn’t attend Light + Building in Frankfurt last month,…
Industry thought leader Craig DiLouie details the various opportunities that still exist in the rebate space. By Craig DiLouie, LC, CLCP, Education Director, Lighting Controls Academy The commercial lighting rebate outlook is strong for 2026, with widely available rebates covering all popular categories of LED lighting and lighting controls, including networked lighting controls. (DiLouie’s full…
Kevin Poyck announces his retirement; Christy Tilton steps up to serve as President. Kevin Poyck, President of Genlyte, Color Kinetics (CK) and Entertainment Business Unit, will retire from Signify as of May 1 and Christy Tilton – who joined the company in 2021 – will take over that role. Sameer Sodhi will continue to lead…
Norcross, Ga.-based Halco Lighting Technologies has appointed Brazill Brothers & Associates as its new representative for Halco Lighting Technologies throughout the Northeast region, effective immediately. This strategic partnership expands the manufacturer’s presence in the Northeast while strengthening Brazill Brothers’ portfolio of innovative, energy-efficient lighting and controls solutions. Brazill Brothers & Associates will represent Halco Lighting…
The budget-friendly mid‑spec downlight is part of the company’s Quick Ship program. Current launched its Prescolite LiteFrame Commercial product during LEDucation this week. It is an addition to the company’s established LiteFrame family of architectural downlighting solutions. Designed to meet the needs of modern commercial spaces, LiteFrame Commercial delivers a balance of performance, flexibility…
Legrand’s Wattstopper controls will now be available with Genlyte’s Gardco architectural outdoor fixtures. During LEDucation this week, Legrand® announced that its Wattstopper® controls portfolio has aligned with Signify’s Genlyte Solutions in a strategic partnership that benefits its North American distribution. Customers in the U.S. and Canada now have the option of adding the new Wattstopper®…
Empower Electrical Group was formed to support independent electrical distributors and suppliers across the United States. Ohio-based Current Distribution Group (CDG), a member-owned and member-governed organization supporting independent wholesale distributors, has launched Empower Electrical Group, a new business unit dedicated to supporting independent electrical distributors and suppliers across the United States. The new organization expands…
The new independently operated platform, built on MaxLite’s proven c-Max technology, gives fixture manufacturers a production-ready path to intelligent controls. MeshConnect LLC has launched as an independently operated wireless lighting controls platform that brings patented USB-C and audio-jack plug-and-play sensor technology to fixture manufacturers. Incubated by MaxLite and built on its c-Max controls platform –…
Lighting manufacturer Schréder, a leader in smart outdoor lighting solutions, has acquired NLS Lighting, LLC, a domestic manufacturer of specification-grade outdoor LED lighting headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The acquisition reinforces Schréder’s continued investment in North America and further expands the company’s presence in the region following its 2024 acquisition of Ligman Lighting USA. Founded…
California-based domestic lighting manufacturer Cerno – comprised of the lighting brands Cerno, Revelite, and Siemon & Salazar – has joined Lutron’s Native by Design program as one of its first integrated LED lighting partners. “Our two companies came together organically through a shared passion for beautiful, high-quality performance lighting — and a mutual belief that…