Products + Technology

In 2012, Department of Energy regulations will change the way some commercial users light their buildings. In July 2012, regulations will eliminate some linear fluorescent and halogen PAR technologies in lieu of options that operate at a higher efficacy, offering significant energy savings. To ensure a smooth transition, GE Lighting has developed a tool to [...]

Cree’s LED Module LMR4 was created to overcome common design issues that manufacturers face when trying to incorporate LED solutions into luminaires. The module integrates driver electronics, optics and primary thermal management, making it drop-in ready to new luminaires.

The Parkway Square family of outdoor luminaires from Architectural Area Lighting provides a choice of medium and small housings, matching bollard, efficient light sources (LED, metal halide, induction, CFL) and contemporary or traditional styling.

The DSBL Bi-Level Stairwell luminaire by Deco Lighting—designed for minimal occupancy applications such as stairwells, corridors, restrooms, laundry rooms and dorms—incorporates an integral occupancy sensor that automatically reduces light output to save energy during unoccupied times.

The ninth annual Lighting for Tomorrow competition recognizes the best designed, energy efficient lighting products in the residential market. For the second year the competition has expanded its scope to include solid-state lighting (SSL) replacement lamps and lighting controls. Lighting for Tomorrow continues to challenge manufacturers to improve their design of SSL fixtures and to [...]

Offered in a 3-in. round beveled or square beveled trim, Edge Lighting’s Sun 3 provides a precise 23-degree beam of warm white light from a recessed, in-grade LED luminaire. A remote 12VAC power supply powers the luminaire and an internal LED driver controls the high-intensity LED. An optional optical assembly may be added to tilt [...]

Dimming offers greater flexibility for lighting systems, providing users with more control over their lighting conditions to support visual needs and enabling energy management strategies that can reduce energy costs. Traditionally limited to high-end commercial building applications, such as conference rooms and private offices, dimming is now being implemented throughout buildings. In its August issue, [...]

In its August issue, ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Magazine published an article I wrote describing the current state of technology in high-intensity discharge (HID) ballasts, with a focus on electronic HID products. In general, innovation is trending toward efficiency, controllability and smaller size. Check it out here.

Philips Ledalite’s Jump is a portfolio of high-performance direct luminaires that integrate daylight harvesting with the latest in LED and advanced fluorescent light sources. Available in a wide variety of patterns, colors and mounting options, Jump also features plug and play installation.