Industry News
Jim Brodrick on LED Linear Replacement Lamps
Guest post by Jim Brodrick, Department of Energy A few weeks ago, writing about the CALiPER Round 11 testing results, I mentioned that although LED linear replacement lamps are improving,…
Electrical Contractor Publishes Article on ENERGY STAR for LED Replacement Lamps
ENERGY STAR is a voluntary labeling program designed to help consumers identify energy-efficient, cost-effective products. To earn the label, a manufacturer’s product must meet strict efficiency and performance criteria established…
Architecture Billings Index Reverts Back into Negative Territory
Following the first positive reading since January 2008, the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) dropped nearly two points in October. As a leading economic indicator of construction activity, the ABI reflects…
Demand for Lighting Equipment Increases 5.6% in Third Quarter Over Q309
NEMA’s Lighting Systems Index (LSI) ticked 0.9% higher on a quarter-to-quarter basis during 2010Q3. On a year-over-year basis, the index showed a 5.6% gain compared to the third quarter of…
Product Monday: Sera LED by HessAmerica
The pedestrian-scale Sera LED by HessAmerica features a low-brightness LED optical system and tool-less access to a field-replaceable light engine. The luminaire emits zero uplight above 90º horizontal and can…
AIA Urges 112th Congress To Set a Pro-Growth, Sustainable Economic Agenda
On behalf of its 80,000 members nationwide, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) recently sent letters to each member of the new 112th Congress, congratulating them on their election and…
Nexxus Lighting Sells Legacy Commercial And Pool Businesses For Approximately $2.3 Million
Nexxus Lighting, Inc. has announced that it has completed the sale of certain assets of its legacy Commercial and Pool businesses to Next Step Products, LLC. The divested businesses consist…
NEMA-Backed Federal Buildings Personnel Training Act of 2010 Passes Congress
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed S3250, the Federal Buildings Personnel Training Act of 2010, which includes provisions backed by NEMA. President Obama is expected to sign the bill…
IES to Publish 10th Edition of Lighting Handbook
The 10th edition of the IES Lighting Handbook is coming in early 2011! Check it out here.
Romanian Lighting Convention to be Held May 18-20, 2011 in Bucharest
The Romanian Lighting Convention will be held May 18-20, 2011 at the JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel in Bucharest. Click here to learn more about the event.
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