Industry News
IES Publishes Position Statement on Effects of Exterior Lighting on Human Health
The Illuminating Engineering Society has published PS-03-10, a position statement covering “Effects of Exterior Lighting on Human Health.” The statement includes the following salient points: “TM-18 represents the position of…
New Window Technology Shows Promise to Reduce Energy Consumption in Tropical Regions
A new approach to windows that could let in more light and cut indoor lighting needs by up to 99% in buildings in Tropical regions without losing the cooling effect…
Product Monday: Capri’s Track Luminaires
Capri Lighting recently reinvented its track offering with track luminaires supporting a wide range of lamp technology: incandescent, low voltage, ceramic metal halide and fluorescent. Applications include accent, highlighting, wall…
NEMA Says “Better Use of Light Bulb” Act Is Not Better
The Lamp Section of the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) recently reaffirmed its commitment to public policies that encourage transitioning to more energy-efficient lighting, including the energy-efficient light bulb provisions…
People: Litetronics Appoints Joe Colant as National Sales Manager
Litetronics International has announced that Joe Colant has joined the company as its National Sales Manager. In his new role, Joe will be responsible for developing a national network of…
Hubbell Lighting Launches Web Site with Brochure for Education Market
Hubbell Lighting has announced a new education market solutions-oriented web resource for engineers, lighting designers, facilities managers and education board members here. From K-12 to higher education facilities, schools have…
IBE Consulting Engineers (IBE) Announces Launch of IBE Lighting
IBE Consulting Engineers (IBE) has announced the launch of IBE Lighting, a new in-house department that offers comprehensive interior and exterior lighting design services from earliest concept development through installation.…
Fundamentals of Lighting: Comprehensive Introduction to Architectural Lighting Seminar Series 9/23/10 – 11/4/10
The New York City section of the Illuminating Engineering Society has announced a lighting fundamentals series to be held on Thursdays, September 23 through November 4, 2010 from 6:00 to…
Architecture Billings Index Climbs by Two Points in July
The American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score for July inched closer to the 50-point threshold again (a score higher than 50 is an indication of growth),…
New Report Available: Emerging Lighting Technologies and Global Market (2009-2014)
Research and Markets has published a new report titled Emerging Lighting Technologies and Global Market (2009-2014). Key findings: The global emerging lighting technologies market is expected to be worth $109.2…
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