Charleston-based Sonepar is on its way to completing 13 free LED lighting retrofits for community non-profits as part of its annual “Bright Lights Brighter Futures” program. In addition, it has made an Earth Day donation of more than $12,000 to the National Forest Foundation. The two charitable initiatives tie into Sonepar’s global Purpose of “Powering…
Noting the negative impact of tariffs on the construction sector, Mark McClear, CEO of Casambi, touted the benefits of the American-made lighting control options offered by Casambi’s ecosystem, which will help partners and customers stay on track, reduce costs, and avoid delays. According to McClear, Casambi’s wireless control platform is software-driven and hardware-light, making it…
The fifth edition of ArchLIGHT Summit – the growing annual lighting trade and educational event for the architectural, specification, and design communities – has opened attendee registration for its September 16-17, 2025 show. The annual event welcomes lighting designers, architects, interior designers, specifiers, and emerging professionals to see new products from leading commercial brands, experience…
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….
This week, Nathan Frampton, CEO of Fanimation, released a public memo to the lighting and ceiling fan community, calling for industry support on a proposal for a temporary tax credit to counteract the recently imposed tariffs on China. Frampton’s interest is rooted in the fact that nearly all residential ceiling fans sold in the U.S….
[Note: Interviews were conducted prior to the most recent announcement by the Trump administration that raised the tariff from goods made in China to 125%] Every lighting distributor in the U.S. carries products made in China, and many carry at least one product line from Canada. Max Cohen of 2nd Avenue and Meyda Lighting –…
Medford, Mass.-based DesignLights Consortium (DLC) released a draft proposal detailing the first major updates in five years to its Solid State Lighting (SSL) technical requirements, as well as significant proposed revisions to its light pollution-mitigating LUNA program. The organization will also present a webinar on April 15 that details the draft SSL Version 6.0 and…
The Research Association of Long Island has honored New York-based WAC Lighting for its 15 years of sponsorship of its Science Fair. The award was presented to CEO Tony Wang, Co-Founder Tai Wang, and President Becky Li. The WAC Invitational Science Fair was established to help promote the education and careers of young scientists and…
Kalamazoo, Mich.-based Landscape Forms – a manufacturer of high-design site furniture, structure, lighting and accessories – has revealed its long-term sustainability roadmap — a comprehensive, values-driven commitment to reducing environmental impact in sustainable design and manufacturing. Recognizing that sustainability is a journey, the company has outlined a strategic path spanning the next 25 years, with…
Charleston, S.C.-based Sonepar has announced its subsidiaries Springfield Electric, Richards Electric, and Holt have combined operations and officially rebranded under a new brand, named Echo, with Pepco to join in June. The strategic move to combine these operating companies will enable Echo to leverage distinctive capabilities for customers across its 500,000-sq.-ft. footprint in the Midwest….
By David LaVigna – dlightworks.co What once felt like a boutique lighting expo focused on the early days of LED innovation has now evolved into a heavyweight contender on the North American trade show circuit. Over the past five years, LEDucation has gone from niche to necessary, and if you were in New York this…
Pennsylvania-based Lutron has launched the first phase of its retooled website, marking the company’s most significant web overhaul in more than one decade. The new Lutron website debuts with fresh, crisp visuals, intuitive navigation, and dynamic video that help users better envision how Lutron products enhance their homes, businesses, and lives. “Lutron is committed to…
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is set to host the 16th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition) and the second edition of Smart Lighting Expo from April 6 to 9 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Under the theme “Go Smart • Live Green,” the twin lighting fairs will present…
Publicly traded SKYX Platforms Corp. has announced a total of 48% growth in 2024 revenues from $58.8 million in 2023 to $86.3 million in 2024. The company reported $23.7 million in revenue in Q4 2024 compared to $22.2M in Q4 2023. It also reported $15.5 million in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash, as of…
Schneider Electric has announced plans to invest over $700 million in its U.S. operations through 2027. According to a company statement, the investments support the U.S.’s focus on bolstering the nation’s energy infrastructure to power AI growth, boost domestic manufacturing, and strengthen energy security. The announcement comes as rising regional demand grows across data centers,…
In this Q&A interview, DesignPlusLight founder and principal designer Sanjit Bahra explains the benefits of offering bespoke product design and what support this gives to lighting manufacturers. Q. What is your inspiration behind product design? A: Product design is very much about fulfilling a need. I have built on the skills and experiences gained throughout…