Genlyte Solutions has been instrumental in helping 120+ educational institutions prepare for the 2026-2027 school year with new lighting. Back to school season has already begun — and for many institutions, lighting installations as well as upgrades are part of that fresh start. The educational market is one of several sectors – besides data centers,…
Focal Point’s Akeso family introduces a streamlined, modern approach to healthcare lighting that supports both patient comfort and clinical performance. Designed for patient rooms and adjacent care areas, Akeso focuses on delivering ambient, exam and reading illumination within a single, cohesive form. Akeso is available in two lens profiles, Peak and Pitch. Both provide soft…
Today’s lighting is expected to deliver more than simply illumination. Over time, industry professionals have seen at shift to full‑on wellness support. First, it was glare control. Then circadian tuning. Now we’re entering a new chapter: Lighting that can actually help support memory and cognitive function. That might sound futuristic, but the groundwork is already…
NovaLink gives contractors a modular indirect system with high output and clean continuous runs, allowing for fast installs in tough high-ceiling environments.
Smart home tech and product provider SKYX Platforms Corp. has announced that it will supply its technologies to a new contemporary residential project in Pittsford, New York. The apartment complex will include 171 new residential units. Led by the Daniele Management & Development Group – which has 20+ years of experience developing mixed-use communities, apartment…
A residential case study with broad implications for US sports lighting Across the lighting and construction industry, sport courts represent a familiar challenge. They are highly visible, technically demanding, and often constrained by zoning rules, light spill limits and budget realities. As a result, many courts remain unlit or are overbuilt with systems designed for…
Kenall Lighting introduced the MedMaster Pillow and Pillow Slot luminaires to bring a softer, “cove‑inspired” aesthetic to patient rooms without sacrificing the performance and serviceability contractors expect. The fixtures are designed to support both patient comfort and clinical accuracy, offering multimode functionality and low‑glare optics. The MedMaster Pillow is available in 2×2 and 2×4 sizes…
Halco Lighting Technologies’ Push Lens Slim Downlight (SDL), a low‑profile, canless fixture, lets contractors adjust color temperature right from the ceiling by pressing the center of the lens, eliminating guesswork and keeping projects moving.
RAB Lighting’s Slim17 is built around a simple idea: Give installers the options they need at a price point that works for everyday projects. The fixture delivers up to 3,813 lumens in the 30W version and 1,904 lumens in the 15W version, making it suitable for building perimeters, walkways and general security lighting. Its slim…
Signify has been selected as Preferred Provider for floodlights by the global governing body of association football, FIFA. This means that Signify’s floodlights meet the highest quality FIFA standards and Signify is a trusted and recommended provider within the football industry. As a FIFA Preferred Provider for Floodlights (FPP), Signify meets rigorous product, production and system…
Nestled in the breathtaking surroundings of Duck Key, Jasmine House epitomizes modern coastal luxury. Every detail of this home, from the architectural design to the custom furnishings and lush landscaping, reflects the unparalleled craftsmanship and vision of the D’Asign Source and Coastal Source teams. At the heart of this exquisite property lies a sophisticated outdoor…
One of the challenges for electrical contractors and lighting specifiers is business development. Inevitably business is generated because someone has decided to initiate a project. Rarely are contractors and specifiers able to reach out, share an idea, and then the “suspect” (in sales vernacular), upgraded to a prospect (meaning that they have interest), and then…
Focal Point has expanded its healthcare lighting portfolio with Saros Duo™, a thoughtfully designed tandem overbed luminaire that integrates biophilic design principles, circadian lighting strategies, and clinician-focused functionality to enhance patient care environments. Purpose-built for patient rooms, examination rooms, and ambulatory care areas, Saros Duo delivers research-backed lighting solutions that foster well-being, entrain natural sleep/wake…
David Shiller, President of Lighting Solution Development, recently reviewed the new Fundamentals of Energy Efficient Lighting and Controls book from The Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). Now available through the AEE Bookstore, the comprehensive guide is designed to support lighting practitioners, architects, engineers, facility managers, energy consultants, and students in navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of…
Factory Lamps & Industrial Lights: How to Determine Appropriate Lighting Factory lamps and industrial lights are unique forms of commercial lighting. These elements provide an enhanced illumination profile that focuses on manufacturing, sorting, and picking functions. Industrial illumination is typically seen in factories and warehouses, but it could be appropriate in other settings. What Are…
By Kevin Coleman As 2025 unfolds, the lighting market continues to struggle with low growth and slowing volumes. While the tariff turmoil could be a boost to prices, as higher costs are partially passed on, the industry continues to contract. The torrid pace over the last several years of companies closing and merging in all…