Oregon-based Ligman Lighting USA, a leader in outdoor lighting solutions, has announced a 10-year warranty in its commitment to quality, reliability, and long-term customer satisfaction. “For us, it’s not just about delivering a world-class solution, it’s executing with a new level of confidence. Confidence that our methods and product recipe will stand the test of…
Pennsylvania-based Lutron Electronics Co., has acquired Orluna LED Technologies Ltd., a premier United Kingdom-based manufacturer specializing in high-quality architectural lighting fixtures. The acquisition marks Lutron’s first outside North America. Founded in 2010, Orluna is known for its high-quality downlights, uplights, and surface and track fixtures. Orluna’s sleek, compact architectural fixtures complement Lutron’s advanced lighting, shading,…
By David Shiller, reprinted from Light Now The ANSI 137.10 standard enhances outdoor lighting resilience by addressing interoperability and infrastructure durability during extreme weather events. Developed by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA), this standard establishes unified communication protocols and technical requirements for networked outdoor lighting systems, particularly in hurricane-prone regions. Interoperability for Continuity By…
A couple weeks after announcing its first expansion into Texas with its acquisition of ERT Lighting, Florida-based SESCO Lighting has announced another expansion, this time into North Texas. SESCO Lighting has entered into a letter of intent to acquire NEXGEN Lighting Solutions, further expanding its footprint in North Texas. The transition is planned to occur…
Virginia-based Sterling Lighting – which designs and manufactures outdoor luminaires for landscape lighting professionals – has launched a 90-day initiative to establish U.S.-based production, strengthening supply chain resilience and expanding domestic capabilities. Project: Reshore focuses on expanding the company’s domestic manufacturing capabilities by introducing a new U.S.-based production line designed to complement Sterling’s existing portfolio….
Brightline Lighting has appointed industry veteran Tim Godby as the company’s Product Ambassador. In this role, Godby is responsible for educating Brightline integrators, reps, and customers about existing and new lighting products and systems. Godby comes to Brightline from Bolin Technology, a manufacturer of PTZ cameras, where he was the Product Marketing Manager. Godby is based in…
Rexel USA, a national leader in the distribution of electrical products and Parspec, an AI-native technology companyserving the construction supply chain, today announced a major expansion of their strategic partnership. Building on a year of successful digital transformation of Rexel’s internal sales and project management processes, the two companies are now joining forces to improve…
LEDVANCE has announced the first third-party verified and published Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for a LED tube. This is a further milestone in a series of significant achievements in the company’s ongoing commitment to environmental and corporate social responsibility. The EPD underlines LEDVANCE’s ambition to set new standards for the industry. For an EPD, the…
Join WAC Thursday, May 22 at 2pm ET, to learn about the Vista Serena project. Vista Serena is a remarkable private residence just outside Las Vegas, NV. Perched near the top of an exclusive development, the home boasts breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, desert canyons, and the iconic Las Vegas skyline. The residence includes over 10,500 square feet…
DMF Lighting, the leader in modular lighting in the custom integration channel, today announced an expanded partnership with business advisory firm VITAL, reinforcing its commitment to dealer success through a robust offering of complimentary resources and training in 2025. Building on the success of its VITAL Affiliate Membership program, DMF Lighting is introducing a new suite of…
Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI), has acquired the business assets of M3 Innovation, LLC (“M3 Innovation”), a sports lighting startup that uses innovative technology to lower the overall cost of the installation and operation of sports lighting solutions. The acquisition has already closed, and the solution is now part of the Acuity Brands Lighting (“ABL”) business…
Cyclone Lighting has received a Red Dot Design Award for its Valenza luminaire. The exterior luminaire was recognized for outstanding product design at the annual awards. Dating back to 1955, the Red Dot Design Award is one of the world’s largest design competitions. Every year, the Red Dot Award: Product Design sets out to find…
DMF Lighting has announced that it has been named “Favorite Company to Do Business With” by the Cinergy Professional Development Group. The award was presented at the annual Cinergy Summit, held on February 25, 2025. Each year, Cinergy surveys its 50 member companies—some of the most respected integrators in the smart home technology industry—to select their most valued manufacturer partners….
California-based DMF Lighting has announced the winners of the DMF Design Awards 2025, recognizing and celebrating outstanding projects and the exceptional work of the talented designers. The competition highlights the most innovative and visually compelling projects from designers, architects and custom installers from across the U.S., all showcasing the creative use of DMF Lighting products….
Charleston, S.C.-based Sonepar has appointed Stacy Stanslaski VP/Business Transformation within its Digital Enterprise organization, responsible for accelerating digital initiatives to make life easier and more productive for customers and associates. Don Sarno, SVP/Digital Enterprise Americas, said, “Thanks to her experience leading a successful operating company, Stacy has a deep understanding of what it takes to…
Legrand (LEDucation 2025 booth 4815/4817) has announced the rebranding of Encelium technology to Wattstopper PLUS. This strategic move is designed to leverage the complementary strengths of the two brands and align them under one brand that combines the cutting-edge technology of Encelium with the established brand strength and market leadership of Wattstopper. “The rebranding of…