Lumenpulse receives U.S. patent on technology that converts analog to digital signals allowing lighting control over AC power lines
First issued patent of 7 patents pending around Lumentalk technology
Montreal, QC, and Boston, MA, May 17, 2012 – Lumenpulse Inc., a leading innovator and manufacturer of high performance, architectural LED-based lighting solutions for commercial, institutional, and urban environments, today announced it has received U.S. Patent 8,179,058, issued May 15, 2012. The patent, the first of seven pending for the company’s Lumentalk™ technology, provides a method of intuitively reading a traditional analog TRIAC dimmer in a digital fashion, which enables digital control of LED lighting over existing AC power lines, to maximize cost and energy savings.
UNION CITY, Calif., May 15, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Finelite Inc., a leading manufacturer of high performance lighting systems, has been recognized as a winner of the 2012 Next Generation Luminaires (NGL) Indoor Design SSL Competition announced May 10th at LIGHTFAIR International in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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FAIRFIELD, N.J., May 7, 2012 -- -- Riding on the heels of Amerlux's most ambitious ENERGY STAR® product submittal to date, Amerlux gains UL- and cUL EEC, DOE and EPA recognition for its Hornet LED Line Voltage Track and Multiple Recessed Luminaires as an industry leader in meeting the latest ENERGY STAR® Program V1.1 Requirements to-date. Amerlux is a leader of task-specific, energy-efficient lighting solutions and an innovator of LEDsolutions for retail, supermarket, commercial and hospitality markets. See the Hornet Luminaires at Lightfair International in Las Vegas.
"We are proud to announce that our Hornet LED Luminaires have met the latest ENERGY STARrequirements including UL, DOE and EPA standards," explained Frank P. Diassi, Chairman and Founder of Amerlux. "While our competition is watching older ENERGY STAR ratings fade into view, Hornet has passed the most stringent tests for the latest industry standards."
Designed with an inconspicuous, miniature size that fits into the palm of your hand, the HornetLED luminaire is precision engineered for optimal thermal and optical performance. Tiny, precise, powerful and controllable, Hornet harnesses and focuses LED lighting as never before, delivering clean, dimmable, crisp beams of light, with consistent benchmark color and punch, without the striations. The luminaire is constructed with a die-cast lens bezel, lamp and ballast housing along with a proprietary, die-cast aluminum heat sink and lamp housing that combines conduction, convection and radiation elements to ensure that heat is efficiently transferred away from the LEDallowing for better thermal management and maximizing luminaire life. With full range dimmability and specialized optics, Hornet was designed with field replaceable, tool-free optics and can be adapted to a 15-degree Spot, a 28-degree Flood, or a 45-degree Wide Flood.
A state-of-the-art 15-watt Hornet LED offers life at 70% of initial lumen output that is rated at 50,000 hours, more than 10-15 times longer than traditional sources, providing for lower operating and maintenance costs with a great energy savings. Amerlux uses micro-binned LEDs to minimize color variations from fixture to fixture. HORNET deploys a crisp light with a 3000K constant color temperature and up to a 90 CRI (color rendering index), but the fixtures are also available in 2700K, 3500K and 4000K temperature options at an 82 CRI. Clean consistent beams are delivered free of projected heat and UV/IR radiation, making them optimal for lighting color or heat sensitive merchandise.
"The 2012 ENERGY STAR program certifications guarantee that our Hornet is everything it claims to be," says Chuck Campagna, CEO and President of Amerlux. "Long-lasting, robust energy efficient lighting is transformed into a miniature luminaire that will enhance a broad range of commercial LED line voltage track and recessed applications."
Amerlux's Hornet Line Voltage Track luminaires offer miniature 15-watt track heads that deliver more than 800 lumens, for use on 120-volt and 277-volt track systems, as well as busways and canopies, throughout North America and on the global market. Also featured is a vertical tilt (0 to 90 degrees) and 360-degree rotation to allow for precise aiming, available with one-, two- and three-circuit track adapters.
The HORNET LED Trim and Trimless Multiple Recessed Downlights are offered in five configurations: 1-light; 2-light; 3-light; and 4-light, which can be fully recessed or semi recessed heads that allow for higher aiming angles. The inconspicuous cluster of accent lights allow for 30-degrees across, with a 45-degree tilt and a 360-plus degree rotation, and are designed with a clean painted trim that sits flush with the ceiling line for minimal edge detail or trimless with a perforated plaster ring that mounts to the aperture for the application of drywall compound which is applied directly to the plaster ring and feathered away for a clean installation look in the ceiling. High performance lighting applications are effectively achieved from above a smooth, uninterrupted surface, for a clean, unobtrusive aesthetic.
Accessories include a Double Bezel, which accommodates up to two forms of media, and a one-inch Frontal Snoot with Cross Blade that receives up to two additional forms of media. Media cartridges include the Hexcel Louver, Spread Glass Lenses, Color Filters and Cross Blade for better glare control and cut-off for special effects. White Texture, Black Texture and Silver Texture finishes are standard, but custom color options include over 200 durable powder coat painted finishes from the extensive Amerlux palette, to complement nearly any design scheme.
Hornet is backed by an unprecedented 10-year warranty. Hornet is certified by ENERGY STAR,UL- and cUL EEC (Energy Efficient Certification), the DOE and EPA.
One of the greatest benefits of running the EdisonReport is attending parties at LIGHTFAIR. We receive many invitations. After a long day at the show, there is nothing like hanging out with six different companies until 1am.
LumenOptix—Jay Goodman hosted our team at a suite at the convention center. While the drinks flowed and the food was delicsious, we decided to pace oursevles. Jay explained a few of their products but reminded me this was a party and we were welcome to visit the booth for more information. We really like-onsite parties as it allows us to visit more companies.
Maxlite. The party began at 5:30 which is before the show ended for the day and our sources were technically still on duty, but as one of our East coast source explained, “ It’s really 8:30 p.m. EST, and we are 3 drinks behind.” Maxlite displayed a rich and diverse assortment of products and their booth was packed.
LUXIM held a party at Piero’s Italian Restaurant across from the convention center, which made it extremely convenient. Pieros’ just happens to be a LUXIM customer and we were able to see Light Emitting Plasma on display at sunset. LUXIM then walked a group of us back to the convention center to show their LEP on display at the entrance. Lighting the convention center is a nice coup but after 10 hours we were trying to get away from the convention center. (Full Disclosure: Editor is affiliated with LUXIM.)
Valmont—Tom Sanderson hosted a large group also at Pierso's. We have been to many Valmont events over the years in the US and Germany. Valmont knows how to throw a party and their attendees are very diverse. We learned of a Valmont video shot during a hurricane showing trees and debris flying everywhere, but the poles held tight.
Venture--Ken Hawley hosted a group for dinner, also at Piero's. This was a private function which we were not invited. Somehow, we ended up doing shots. The exact same thing happened with Venture in Frankfurt three weeks earlier. Deja Vu.
We appreciate LUXIM, Valmont and Venture all being co-located. It's like packing more LEDs in a die to boost efficiency.
The evening ended at the Belagio O theater where we ran into our friends from GE. While the show was incredible from an imagery perspective, I didn't quite get the plot--but it was still fascinating.
It was a great night. Making new friendships while renewing older ones is one of the most important benefits of LIGHTFAIR. It's still about the people.
Amerlux’s Contour Vertical LED Track Heads and Multiples and Cylindrix 3 LED Recessed and Semi-Recessed Multiples Receive UL, DOE and EPA Recognition Meeting Latest ENERGY STAR Program Requirements V1.1
Fairfield, New Jersey---Spearheading Amerlux’s most ambitious ENERGY STAR® product submittal to date, Amerlux gains UL, cUL EEC, DOE and EPA recognition for its Contour Vertical LED Track Heads, Contour LED Multiples, Cylindrix 3 LED Recessed and Cylindrix 3 Semi-Recessed Multiples, meeting the latest ENERGY STAR® Program V1.1 Requirements to-date. Amerlux, an industry leader of task-specific, energy-efficient lighting solutions and an innovator of LED solutions for retail, supermarket, commercial and hospitality markets, recently received ENERGY STAR® approval for its Hornet LED Line Voltage Track and Multiple Recessed Multiple Recessed and Semi-Recessed luminaires.
“We are proud to announce that our Contour Vertical LED Track Heads and Multiples and Cylindrix 3 LED Recessed and Semi-Recessed Multiples have joined the Hornet LED Line Voltage Track and Multiple Recessed Multiple Recessed and Semi-Recessed luminaires. fulfilling the latest ENERGY STAR requirements including UL, DOE and EPA standards,” explained Frank P. Diassi, Chairman and Founder of Amerlux. “These products have passed the most stringent tests for the latest industry standards.”
Contour Vertical Track Heads, a recipient of the Next Generation Luminaires Solid State Lighting award at a Strategies in Light Conference, have received the latest ENERGY STAR® for its 2x2, 2x3, 3x3, 3x4 and 4x4 LED styles. Contour Vertical LED Track Heads offer color temperatures of 2900 to 3200 CCT (correlated color temperature) with more than 50,000 hours of life, and boast a high CRI (color rendering index) with excellent R9 for reds. The Contour Vertical 2X2 12-watt LED and the 2x3 18-watt LED Track Heads are compact accent track fixtures ideal for a direct replacement of low wattage MR16 and halogen systems. The Contour Vertical 3×3 LED Track Head offers an output of 1000 net lumens and 85 Cri at only 20 Watts while the Contour Vertical 3×4 LED Track Head provides 1300 net lumens and 85 CRI at only 34 watts. Contour 4×4 represents the most powerful LED track accent on the market and is ideal for punching through high ambient light levels as well as applications where mounting heights exceed 10 feet. High performance optics and excellent thermal design deliver superior performance. All Contour Vertical LED Track Heads offer beam distributions from an 8-degree spot through 45-degree Wide Flood. Contained in an extruded aluminum ballast housing and heat sink, the track fixtures feature stamped aluminum end-plate construction with formed steel wire covers, for track, busway and canopy mounting options.
Compact 12-watt LED heads in a recessed housing make Contour Multiples the ideal choice when track isn’t an option. With a range of beam spreads in configurations of 1, 2, 3 or 4 heads per housing, the 12-watt optics can be used as a direct replacement for low wattage MR16 and other halogen systems. Contour LED Multiples are available in: a 2x2 3-Light Multiple which serves as a direct replacement for MR16 and other low voltage halogen systems; a 3x3 3-Light Multiple that delivers lumens equivalent to many 20-watt metal halide systems; a 3x2 3-Light Multiple featuring 18-watt LED heads that can be used as direct replacements for low wattage MR16 and other halogen systems; and a 3x4 One-Light Multiple configuration which produces the equivalent to many 39-watt metal halide and high wattage halogen systems.
Engineered around the latest LED technology, Cylindrix 3 Recessed and Semi-Recessed Multiples deliver uncompromising performance with dramatic savings on installation, energy and maintenance costs. These fixtures are ideal for a complete, dynamic sustainable lighting scheme. Engineered around a compact light source vocabulary, the Cylindrix 3 Recessed and Semi-Recessed Multiples offer a clean architectural appearance and ceiling line for a sleek, sophisticated visual aesthetic. These multiples are designed with a deeply recessed single, field-replaceable LED light source for enhanced visual comfort and control, integrated heat sink with active cooling, control board that shuts off the active cooling when dimmed to maximize energy savings, and high performance interchangeable reflector optics (15°/25°/40° beam options).
Offering a superior combination of optical and thermal performance, aesthetics and visual comfort, the Cylindrix 3 16-watt LED Recessed Multiples are designed for retrofits and upgrades from-below installation in existing ceilings up to 1-1/2” thick. Available in linear configurations of one to four lights, the LED Recessed Multiples are the best combination of optical and thermal performance, aesthetics and visual comfort in a recessed accent. Compact in size and engineered for today’s stringent energy codes, Cylindrix multiples are ideal for any retail or commercial environment that could benefit from the aesthetic appeal of a clean ceiling and the cost-efficiencies of sustainable, flexible lighting. The Trimless models are crafted with a flangeless housing with seamless welded corners for a minimal edge detail for a cleaner aesthetic.
“We are proud that to announce that these specific Contour and Cylindrix 3 products are certified to the latest Energy Star standards,” says Chuck Campagna, CEO and President of Amerlux. “These achievements serve as testimonials that we continue to deliver the latest energy efficient lighting for the commercial and specification markets.”
Contour Vertical LED Track Heads, Contour LED Multiples, Cylindrix 3 LED Recessed and Cylindrix 3 Semi-Recessed Multiples, are backed by an unprecedented 10-year warranty and are certified by ENERGY STAR, UL- and cUL EEC (Energy Efficient Certification), the DOE and EPA.
Milwaukee, Wis. (May 8, 2012) – Oldenburg Electronics™, a designer and manufacturer of electronics products serving the lighting, mining, defense and industrial markets, received a patent (U.S. Patent No. 8,111,388) for the LumenTrac™ LT1 Notification System. These innovative new technologies earned a patent through the USPTO’s Green Technology Pilot Program in the area of LED failure indication systems. Product will be available Fall 2012
Licensing, OEM and Distribution opportunities are currently available.
As LED sources became viable for general lighting, Oldenburg Electronics heard architects, lighting designers, and interior designers voice concerns about the possibility that LED luminaires would not be replaced or “changed” once their output fell beneath 70% of their initial output (often referred to as L70 lifetime). Since LED sources will continue to lose output without “going out” like a fluorescent or incandescent lamp, specifiers saw a barrier to incorporating LED products into their fixture schedules. Without diligent adherence to maintenance schedules, illuminance levels could drop below design levels and leave spaces too dim to perform tasks efficiently or cause a safety hazard (particularly in stairwells and other paths of egress).
Based on this feedback, Oldenburg Electronics began developing a system that would provide notification, both through visual indication and through interaction with building systems. This notification would indicate that the LED source within a luminaire had reached the end of its design life. Every installation is different; LumenTrac focuses on monitoring the true lumen output of the luminaire, rather than simply logging on-time; external factors can make an LED source both last longer or fade faster than the commonly cited “50,000 hours” of operation before losing 30% of its output.
The LumenTrac monitors the output of a light source at the fixture level and sends a notification when the source has reached 70% of its initial output. Sensor placement inside the luminaire reduces interference from external factors and the measurement algorithm accounts for ambient light in a space for accurate notifications based on the true output of the light source. LumenTrac can be specified and integrated into most manufacturers' luminaires.
About Oldenburg Electronics: Oldenburg Electronics is a Wisconsin-based designer and manufacturer of electronics products serving the lighting, mining, defense and industrial markets. We provide tangible value in our products to the customer, support continual improvement opportunities for our workforce, and demonstrate commitment to the community measured by our stewardship of the environment and promotion of social responsibility. Oldenburg Electronics is committed to high quality, unique solutions by leveraging their expertise across their core industries. For more information visit oldenburgelectronics.com or contact sales@OldenburgElectronics.com.
LAS VEGAS, NV - May 8, 2012 - SWITCH Lighting(tm), the first company to offer a true LED replacement to the incandescent with no compromises, is announcing the availability of its highly-anticipated family of LED A-lamps. They are the only liquid-cooled LED A-lamps that can be used in any fixture, any orientation, and anywhere - indoors and out. After first introducing their innovative technology last year, SWITCH's LED lamps are now in production and will be on display at LIGHTFAIR.
In addition to their 40, 60, 75, and 100 watt-equivalent lamps, SWITCH will be unveiling the never-before-seen SWITCH3-Way, a 25/50/75 watt-equivalent LED incandescent replacement A-Lamp for use in three way fixtures. SWITCH is also introducing technology for a 220/240V driver to expand their full family of LED A-Lamps beyond U.S. borders to the international market. The 220/240V driver lamps are expected to be released in late 2012.
"We're excited to be back at LIGHTFAIR this year showing our family of LED lamps," said SWITCH CEO, Tracy Bilbrough. "It's been exactly a year since we gave the industry its first look at our unique technology which creates a true, no compromise replacement to the incandescent A-lamp. We're returning this year to announce that production of our lamps is underway."
In addition to the 40, 60, and 75 watt-equivalent lamps in warm white 2700K, the SWITCH100 will also be on display after its launch for commercial channels was announced during the National Facilities Management and Technology Conference in March 2012. The SWITCH100 is the first true 100 watt-equivalent A-lamp with a 1600 lumen output and radial flux equal to any incandescent available to the market. With a color temperature of 4000K, it is ideally suited for functional areas which require bright, white light.
The first SWITCH lamps were shipped to several hotel beta-sites in the U.S. last November, and are receiving positive feedback. SWITCH's 40, 60, 75, and 100 watt-equivalent lamps will be available in the U.S. through commercial channels and limited commercial retail distribution this summer. SWITCH will be announcing the locations of commercial distributors within two months. These initial lamps will likely be priced between $40-60 from distribution, depending on the model.
SWITCH's LED lamps will be on display at booth #4748 at LIGHTFAIR in Las Vegas from May 9-11.
SWITCH will also be an exhibitor at HD Expo in Las Vegas the following week in booth #6552. SWITCH is a recent winner of a Silver Edison Award in the "Smart System" category of Energy and Sustainability.
About SWITCH Lighting:
SWITCH Lighting(tm) is dedicated to innovative design and technologies that create cost-effective, long-lasting, energy-efficient LED lighting solutions for consumers and businesses. SWITCH Lighting is backed by VantagePoint Capital Partners and supported by Cradle to Cradle® writer and sustainability expert Bill McDonough. The company is privately held (incorporated as Switch Bulb Company, Inc.) and headquartered in San Jose, California. For the latest information about SWITCH Lighting and SWITCH products, please visit http://www.switchlightingco.com/. Follow us on Twitter at: www.twitter.com/switchlightbulb or like us on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/switchlightbulbs.
About VantagePoint Capital Partners:
VantagePoint Capital Partners is a global leader in financing and supporting transformative companies primarily focused on energy innovation and efficiency. With a best-in-class investment team of business and scientific experts, a broad network of corporate Strategic Partners, accomplished Senior Advisors, and more than $4 billion in committed capital, the Firm has the resources and talent to build important, industry-leading companies. Headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices in Hong Kong and Beijing, VantagePoint has active investments in over 70 companies, including award-winning leaders BrightSource Energy, Liquid Robotics, Genomatica, MiaSolé, SWITCH Lighting, Serious Energy, Bridgelux, Solazyme, Trilliant, Tendril and Better Place. For more information, visit www.vpcp.com.
MONTREAL, CANADA (May 8, 2012) – Future Lighting Solutions and LumenOptix have successfully completed a project developing a line of LED downlight luminaires for retrofit applications to replace recessed downlights of various sizes and light outputs.
The main challenge, initially presented by a customer of LumenOptix, was the replacement of 90W metal halides in their shopping mall. The customer’s goals were to reduce their maintenance costs associated with frequently having to replace bulbs, while also ensuring better control, consistency and direction of the light output. In addition, the customer wanted to see measurable energy savings and efficiency.
"LumenOptix is known for designing, high performance, energy saving fixtures that are easy to use. By partnering with Future Lighting Solutions, we could stick to what we do best – luminaires and optics – while Future Lighting Solutions provided expertise regarding parts, thermal and electrical design,” explained Jay Goodman, Founder & CEO of LumenOptix. Goodman continued, “We could not have executed this LED initiative without our partnership with Future Lighting Solutions. Their people and their service are top notch, and most important, their know-how and expertise with the technology allow us to stay focused on what we know best: specification grade luminaire design for retrofit applications. Most lighting companies do not have technology expertise and we have seen more than a few disasters from companies trying to work outside of their skill set. We know who we are and we view Future Lighting Solutions as an invaluable technology partner.”
The Future Lighting Solutions team, along with their global relationship with Philips Lighting, provided the proper driver, remote phosphor light module, passive and active heat sinking. LumenOptix took the technology parts and designed a set of specification grade reflectors and a patent pending mechanical mounting mechanism that allows for the entire luminaire to install into the existing rough-in kit in a matter of minutes. See the video at: http://www.lumenoptix.com/simply-revolutionary .
Installation went smoothly, problems of light "puddling" with the existing metal halides were eliminated through better, more even light distribution, and the remote phosphor light module created a pleasant light that ultimately provides 70% energy savings and nearly eliminates any maintenance costs for the next 10 years.
The fixture has become an entire line of downlight luminaires for retrofit applications, replacing existing cans 6"-10", and currently available in 1100, 2000 and 2800 lumen packages with more and higher lumen packages forthcoming. To see how easy installation is, visit: http://www.lumenoptix.com/simply-revolutionary .
About LumenOptix
LumenOptix specializes in the design and fabrication of specification grade luminaires for retrofit applications in the commercial, industrial, warehouse and retail markets. The company’s goal is to leverage precision optics and creative luminaire design to make for easier use and adoption of emerging lighting technologies; creating lighting systems that give the level of desired light while maximizing savings for their end use customers.
LumenOptix offers intelligent lighting solutions that are designed around customers’ unique requirements and manufactured in the United States of America.
For more information visit: http://lumenoptix.com/home
About Future Lighting Solutions
Future Lighting Solutions is the leading provider of solid-state lighting technologies, engineering expertise and online simulation and design tools to facilitate application development and accelerate customers’ time to market. Our comprehensive portfolio includes a broad selection of LED system components, as well as integrated or customized solutions to enable cost effective, energy efficient lighting applications.
From retrofitting bulbs to building LED systems from the ground up, we offer industry leading LEDs, optical solutions, power modules and ICs, passive and active thermal solutions, light engines, modular systems and remote phosphor technologies.
Our world-class team of lighting experts, along with our global lighting resource centers, supply chain solutions and network of specialized partners, ensures the highest quality solid-state lighting solutions for customers.
The company is a division of Future Electronics. For more information visit:
www.FutureLightingSolutions.com.
Lumenergi®, a leading provider of network-controlled lighting energy management solutions and Fulham, trusted worldwide for cost efficient lighting solutions, today announced that they have entered into a comprehensive co-marketing and manufacturing agreement. Under the terms of the agreement, Fulham will market and distribute Lumenergi’s complete building lighting control solution set under its new HorseSense™ brand.
Read the press release.
Montreal, QC, May 7, 2012 - Lumenpulse Inc. today announced the release and availability of Lumenline™, a unique system of indoor linear LED luminaires introducing the benefits of high-quality LED lighting to commercial and institutional environments seeking lower energy and maintenance costs.
Lumenline marks a significant breakthrough for LED technology, challenging the performance of traditional T5 HO fluorescent systems using a similarly slim 2-inch profile. Lumenline delivers 68 lumens per watt, offers outstanding photometric distribution, has excellent color rendering (85 CRI) and lasts for 100,000 hours (four times longer than fluorescent), making it a durable, high quality energy saver for offices and classrooms.
“Converting to LED has never been this easy,” said François-Xavier Souvay, Founder, President and CEO of Lumenpulse. “Lumenline is a complete family toolbox in a slim, clean format that offers flexibility for general lighting applications. It is simple to specify, easy to integrate and offers myriad options.”
Lumenline is designed to be highly configurable, adapting to a wide variety of architectural and commercial building interiors. The system is available inPendant, Surface Mount and Recessed formats, in single units of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8 foot or continuous runs, and can be configured with various color temperatures, accessories and optics enabling both indirect and/or direct lighting.
The system has a slim 2-inch profile and a minimal product presence that blends easily into architecture without causing glare or discomfort. Lumenline also integrates with common commercial dimming and control standards such as Triac, ELV, 0-10V, DALI or DMX.
Furthermore, Lumenline is compatible with Lumentalk™ – a radical and award-winning new technology released by Lumenpulse last week, that enables digital control and monitoring over existing electrical wiring, a completely unique feature that eliminates the need for costly data wiring.
More information about the Lumenline system is available on the Lumenpulse website at www.lumenpulse.com/products.
Sacramento Facility to Save 91% of Lighting Energy with Integrated Wireless Lighting Controls and LED Fixtures
Mountain View, Calif. – Daintree Networks, Inc., the leading provider of intelligent wireless lighting controls for commercial buildings, today announced a successful installation for the Sacramento facility of United Stationers Inc., a leading North American wholesale distributor of business products. With the help of Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD), United Stationers installed an integrated intelligent lighting system consisting of Cree’s energy-saving LED fixtures and Daintree’s ControlScope wireless lighting controls solution in the location’s office and break room area. The result is over 91% expected savings.
“We’re thrilled with the results of this advanced lighting project. Not only are our associates pleased with their improved lighting and personal control, but we’re already saving substantial energy,” said Ted Pinnow, Maintenance Manager for United Stationers’ Sacramento facility. “The project came together quickly with painless installation, and I’ve been impressed by the seamless integration of Cree and Daintree Networks products.”
The project was undertaken as part of a research project through SMUD that examines the deep savings potential from combining office LED fixtures with advanced wireless controls. With the assistance of Collins Electrical Company, Inc., Central California’s premier electrical contracting firm, United Stationers replaced hundreds of fluorescent fixtures across the office with Cree® CR Series LED Troffers, reducing the number of fixtures and dramatically lowering maximum wattage while significantly improving light quality.
The solution uses integrated intelligent controls from Daintree Networks to save energy even further. Daintree’s Wireless Area Controller communicates wirelessly with the fixtures through an integrated adapter, and the facility has added occupancy and photocell sensors. Lighting settings, including occupancy, daylighting, scheduling and task tuning, are all managed over the Web through the ControlScope Manager software interface. Each occupant has also received a remote wireless dimmer, allowing them to set their light level according to personal preference.
“The United Stationers project is a perfect example of how integrating controls can dramatically improve the results of a comprehensive lighting retrofit,” said Dallas Buchanan, VP of Sales and Business Development, Daintree Networks. “Through our work with fixture manufacturers like Cree, we are making it simple for commercial offices to benefit from the combination of efficient fixtures and advanced wireless controls.”
United Stationers, which has an active sustainability program, has found that its associates are enthusiastic to save energy, even beyond expectations. During office operating hours, the Cree fixtures are set by ControlScope to automatically dim down to a permanent 35 percent light level, and many occupants prefer to dim them even further. The results have been dramatic, with over 91% expected lighting energy savings.
“We were thrilled to work with SMUD and Daintree Networks on this innovative project,” said Patrick O’Flaherty, Manager, Product Marketing, Cree. “The seamless combination of advanced LED and standards-based wireless controls provides tremendous value to customers, both in energy savings and in improved occupant comfort.”
About Daintree Networks, Inc.
Daintree Networks is revolutionizing the way commercial and industrial buildings intelligently manage and reduce their energy use. Daintree provides the industry’s leading wireless lighting controls solution, delivering substantial energy efficiency improvements and occupant-friendly work environments, all in a more cost-effective way than ever before.
Since its founding in 2003, Daintree Networks has been a pioneer in wireless mesh networking, with nearly 400 customers using its industry-standard design verification and operational support tool. The company has brought this extensive experience to bear in developing the market’s first truly open and interoperable platform for wireless lighting controls. For more information, visit www.daintree.net.
About United Stationers
United Stationers Inc. is a leading wholesale distributor of business products, with 2011 net sales of approximately $5.0 billion. The company stocks approximately 100,000 items, including technology products, traditional office products, janitorial and breakroom supplies, office furniture, and industrial products. A network of 62 distribution centers enables delivery of these products to over 25,000 reseller customers. This network, combined with United’s depth and breadth of inventory, enables the company to ship most products overnight to more than 90% of the population of the U.S. and major cities in Mexico. For more information, visit www.unitedstationers.com.
United Stationers’ common stock trades on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol USTR.
About SMUD
As the nation’s sixth largest community-owned electric service provider, SMUD has been providing low-cost, reliable electricity for more than 65 years to Sacramento County (and a small portion of Placer County). SMUD is a recognized industry leader and award winner for its innovative energy efficiency programs, renewable power technologies, and for its sustainable solutions for a healthier environment. SMUD is the first large California utility to receive more than 20 percent of its energy from renewable resources. For more information, visit smud.org.
LAS VEGAS, NV, May 5, 2012—In the clearest sign yet that Light Emitting Plasma™ (LEP) is becoming the preferred solution for high-intensity lighting applications, this month’s LIGHTFAIR International trade show features more luminaires using plasma technology than any prior show. In addition, LUXIM’s products will be illuminating the entrance drive in front of the Las Vegas Convention Center as well as other sites throughout the city.
“Wherever LUXIM participates in tradeshows, we map examples of LEP in the host city,” explains John Pena, LUXIM's VP of Sales and Marketing. In addition to the Convention Center, LEP is installed across the street at Piero’s Italian Restaurant.
Also, LUXIM’s Plasma technology will be on display at ‘LEP Park’ –located at an employee parking lot at 3770 Las Vegas Blvd South. LEP Park is surrounded by the Monte Carlo Casino on one side and New York, New York on the other.
A fourth viewing site is Bank of America at 6900 Westcliff Drive, where the HPS lamps were replaced one-for-one with LEP.
At the show, LUXIM will showcase its soon-to-be-released STA75 Lamp which replaces a 750 watt Metal Halide system with 40% energy savings and 4X lamp life.
To view LUXIM’s products, visit the company at LIGHTFAIR International at the Las Vegas Convention Center, May 9-11, Booth 1222.
LEP is a trademark of LUXIM.
To learn more about LUXIM please visit www.luxim.com.
Contact: John Pena; Vice President, Sales & Marketing; Tel: +1-408-734-1096, ext 216; email: jpena@luxim.com
(Montgomeryville, PA – May 3rd, 2012) LumenOptix, a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative retrofit lighting solutions, proudly announces the introduction of its revolutionary new, American-made LED Retrofit Downlight Luminaire, or “LRD,” a unique and modular LED retrofit solution that enables a downlight of any make, model, or size to enjoy an upgrade in just minutes to energy-efficient, maintenance-free LED technology.
Ideal for atriums, lobbies, airports, auditoriums, and most other retrofit applications where downlights are used, the LRD delivers up to 70% energy savings and secures to the existing, installed rough-in kit via its patent-pending modular bracket system. As a function of its efficient optics and proprietary LED reflector design, the LRD offers outstanding visual acuity, optimized cut-off, precise beam control, exceptional light quality, and consistent and glare-free light distribution.
Sporting a long rated life of 50,000 hours (L70), the highly-sustainable LRD is free of environmental hazards such as mercury and has provisions for dimming capabilities down to 10% via 0-10V or line dimming (if control gear is already installed into the existing fixture). Best of all, the LRD fixture can be easily installed into existing wired rough-in kits from below the ceiling in just minutes without the need for tools, cutting, or mess, significantly reducing labor costs and concerns.
“Through our innovative new LRD fixture, we’re proud to offer the nation’s lighting users an easy and all-purpose way of upgrading most any downlight to the benefits of LED technology,” LumenOptix Founder and CEO Jay Goodman said. “Following the LRD’s simple five-minute installation process, lighting users can begin to enjoy up to 70% energy savings, long life, and years of maintenance-free operation while supporting the worthy principles of green design and American-based manufacturing. Most importantly,” he added, “the ‘light’ is what matters at LumenOptix, and our optical systems – from glare control and beam pattern to the low iridescent finish on our optics -- are engineered to the highest standards without compromise to the quality of the light.”
Proudly manufactured in America, the LRD is American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA) and Buy American Act-compliant and is available in a variety of color temperatures and lumen outputs to support nearly any downlight application. To see a video demonstrating how the LRD installs in just minutes, visit www.lumenoptix.com/simply-revolutionary.
About LumenOptix, LLC
Based in Montgomeryville, PA, LumenOptix leverages precise optical and luminaire design to create lighting solutions that provide optimal light levels and maximize energy savings. Driven by a dedication to outstanding quality, performance, and customer service, the company’s products are proudly manufactured in the United States and deliver the utmost in true specification-grade energy saving solutions for the retrofit needs of the lighting market. For more information, contact LumenOptix at (800) 671-6799 or visit www.lumenoptix.com.
The Indiana Department of Corrections (IDOC) is working with Stray Light Optical Technologies Inc. to take advantage of the improved savings and security Light Emitting Plasma™ (LEP) offers.
Stray Light’s plasma lighting fixtures are proving effective in multiple applications including cell blocks, interior recreation facilities, fence line and perimeter lighting, parking lots, maintenance shops and more.
IDOC’s Wabash cell block plasma installation required less than one Stray Light fixture for every two metal halide fixtures they replaced. That’s 13 fixtures instead of 30 running at approximately 3900 watts versus 6000 watts.
“While the sustained annual savings of 40% to 60% in maintenance and energy costs and rapid return on investment make it an appealing choice for the corrections industry, the added security it provides makes it even more valuable,” said Gerald Rea, Stray Light’s CEO.
IDOC officials point to the gymnasium at their Putnamville facility as a prime example of increased security.
“We realized not only a 30% energy savings, but increased light levels of 250%,” said Kevin Orme, Director of the Construction Services Division at the Indiana State Department of Correction. “That equals a safer and more secure environment.”
Stray Light fixtures are also programmable and dimmable and can be equipped with motion sensors allowing for additional energy savings.
“Stray Light can customize any application to meet requirements and optimize the existing lighting infrastructure,” said John Garcia, Vice President of Sales for Stray Light. “Our products and technology make us an ideal choice for the Corrections Industry.”
GREENVILLE, S.C. – Hubbell Outdoor Lighting Inc. is proud to announce that the award winning Roadway LED lighting system has now exceeded performance featuring 114LPW. The Roadway RM LED retrofit series features a complete 3G rated retrofit luminaire suitable for replacing most 150w traditional ‘cobraheads’, producing 7378 lumens at an industry-leading efficiency of 114.6 lumens per watt (LPW)! A retrofit kit is available that allows the use of the existing luminaire to further reduce upgrade costs on most 100-150watt HPS sized fixtures.
Additionally, a high lumen version of the fixture now produces up to 11,073 lumens at over 100LPW efficiency to replace traditional 250w HPS cobraheads. These breakthroughs in energy efficiency and performance will be available for shipment this summer for projects that demand the best in roadway lighting upgrades. This ground breaking 114LPW technology can be seen at LIGHTFAIR® International at the Hubbell Lighting booth # 1921, May 9th – 11th at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV.
These LED systems utilize forty-eight Nichia 219B LEDs in an IP67 sealed light engine with a choice of Type II and Type III IES distributions. A nominal 4800K and 66+ CRI are produced in this unit with expected L70 life of over 100,000 hours. This upgrade increases lumens 21% from 6087 to 7378 from the original design introduced in late 2011.
For additional information on the Hubbell Roadway RE/RF LED Retrofit Kit, visitwww.hubbelloutdoor.com or visit Hubbell Lighting booth #1921 during Lightfair 2012, May 9th – 11th, Las Vegas, NV.
Huntley, Illinois May 1, 2012--- Thomas Research Products, a leading manufacturer of SSL power solutions, has announced a global distribution agreement with electronic components distributor Digi-Key.
As the leading internet-based integrated distributor of electronic components, Digi-Key Corporation provides information and inventory of millions of products, accessible to customers around the globe. All products ship from their central North American location. The company’s integrated business model provides product and support online to help put engineers and procurement professionals in control as they solve tough product development challenges.
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The XLM 3000 Artist is Xicato’s highest flux Artist Series product and is designed for applications that require perfect halogen-level color rendering and smooth, continuous dimming to 0.1% (power). Single-ended T4 and double-ended R7s halogen lamps have been lighting professionals’ first choice for applications such as museums, retail, hospitality, houses of worship and historic spaces.
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OXFORD, Mich. - Relume Technologies, a leading manufacturer of light-emitting diode (LED) products and smart grid control systems for outdoor lighting applications, has announced the appointments of Kelly O’Brien and Jeremy Surre to its team.
“We are pleased to welcome Kelly and Jeremy to the Relume family. They both have impressive track records and will add tremendous value to the company in their respective fields,” said Crawford Lispey, CEO for Relume.
O’Brien, a 20 year veteran of the sports and commercial display industry, has been named senior sales representative-media, reporting to Doug Cotter, VP sales-media. In his new position, O’Brien will be responsible for calling on select accounts and developing new business opportunities in the United States and Canada, with a particular focus on end users and their design partners.
O’Brien has extensive experience in selling multi-location and large project exterior signage. In addition, he has in-depth knowledge of the media industry and suppliers, a strong understanding of the competitive landscape in the commercial signage and media business segments, has created winning sales strategies, and built outstanding relationships with customers throughout his career.
Prior to joining Relume, O’Brien served as a national account sales executive at Fairmont Sign Company in Detroit. He also spent 10 years in sales roles with Trans Lux Sports and General Scoreboard Devices.
O’Brien is a graduate of Macomb County Community College and a member of the Sandler Sales Training Presidents Club. He is also a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. A native of Washington Township, Mich., O’Brien lives with his family in Shelby Township, Michigan.
Surre joins Relume as a CAD designer for the company’s retrofit team, reporting to Joe Strelchuk, project engineering manager. Prior to joining Relume, Surre served as a CAD designer in the industrial induction equipment division at Phoenix Induction Co. in South Lyon, Michigan.
Surre was also employed by Aerodynamics, Inc, where he coordinated projects, assessed production efforts and reporting, and performed 3D CAD design work for the engineering of aircraft components and installations. Prior to Aerodynamics, he served as survey/CAD supervisor for Foster Marine Contractors, Inc.
Surre attended the College for Creative Studies in Detroit. He lives with his family in his native city of Clarkston, Michigan.
About Relume Technologies
Relume Technologies is a Mich.-based manufacturer of highly efficient, environmentally friendly, and cost effective LED lighting products and control systems. The company’s innovative technology is used in municipal lighting, commercial signage, outdoor advertising, transportation, and U.S. military applications. Relume’s products are American-made, ISO 9001:2008 certified and carry an industry leading seven year warranty.
Relume is a founding member of the Michigan Solid State Lighting Association, and supports the organization’s mission of ensuring that Michigan is a global leader in solid-state lighting, research and development, and manufacturing. Relume was recently recognized as one of Michigan’s 50 Companies to Watch by the Edward Lowe Foundation. For more information, visit www.relume.com or connect with the company on Facebook or LinkedIn.
One of the last bastions of halogen accent lighting - extremely tight beams, with very high luminous intensities (such as from AR111 lamps) - is addressed by Xicato’s new “point” module. With an aperture of only 6mm, the new high-luminance XPM enables reflector designs with peak intensities from 7,000cd to 50,000cd, and beam angles of 10° to 3.5°
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Adura’s new EnOcean Receiver interfaces with EnOcean transmitting devices, adding greater functionality, adaptability and scalability to room and building controls. View the diagram.
SAN FRANCISCO, May 1, 2012 – Adura Technologies, a leading provider of wireless lighting controls and energy management systems, today unveiled the Adura EnOcean™ Receiver and announced its membership in the EnOcean Alliance. The new Adura EnOcean Receiver marries battery-free, wireless building control devices to an intelligent, networked whole-building solution. Adura’s networked lighting control system will support integration with EnOcean occupancy sensors and switches.
“As the building controls market matures, customers need more sophisticated, interoperable and global systems. By joining EnOcean products to the Adura network, we can provide a unified building-wide solution,” said Mark Golan, CEO of Adura Technologies. “Our customers have the most flexible lighting control platform, which is able to interface with any standard light fixture, any standard occupancy and photo sensor, and now, EnOcean switches and sensors. The best part is that all of these products can communicate with each other wirelessly.”
EnOcean sensors and switches are self-powered devices, capable of wirelessly sending switch, occupancy, and daylight signals using EnOcean energy harvesting technology (no batteries are required). The Adura EnOcean Receiver listens to EnOcean sensors and switches and transmits the information onto Adura’s wireless mesh network.
Connecting EnOcean devices to Adura’s wireless mesh network adds flexibility, scalability and adaptability to the control system. EnOcean devices communicate via a point-to-point system – each component “talks” directly to one other component. This works well for single room controls. Adura’s whole-building networking platform provides greater functionality including secured communication between devices with Adura’s advanced encryption; remote
connection to building software; and the option to use advanced control strategies such as smart scheduling and demand response.
The green building specifying community has taken note of this important advancement.
“What really excites me is that EnOcean technology allows you to place switches and sensors conveniently to give occupants better control over their environment without the cost or limitation of installing wiring and without the maintenance hassle having to replace batteries throughout the building,” said David Kaneda PE, AIA, LEED® AP, Managing Director, the Integral Group. “Now you can integrate these simple EnOcean devices with sophisticated intelligent controls capable of dimming and monitoring actual energy use, and if it turns out that a location I chose was not optimum, I can simply move a device.”
Each easy-to-install Adura EnOcean Receiver can transmit data from up to 20 EnOcean devices to Adura’s network. The wireless mesh network’s multiple redundancies mean no single point of failure, ensuring that communication between devices is never lost. And, because the EnOcean Receiver translates EnOcean protocols to ZigBee protocols, communication between the two systems is seamless as far as customer is concerned.
“The future of technology will see the continued trend of devices and equipment becoming smarter and providing data to enable users to make better decisions,” said Jason Jeunnette of Kugler Ning Lighting Design. “Adura's system brings the future to lighting controls by distributing control intelligence throughout each fixture and networking them together.”
From the smallest room to the largest skyscraper, Adura and EnOcean change the game with fully wireless, whole building solutions in an advanced system that sets a new standard for building controls.
Adura will be highlighting its new Sensor Interface as part of the EnOcean Alliance showcase (#612) at LightFair 2012.
For more information about Adura Technologies’ Wireless Lighting Control System, visit: http://www.aduratech.com
About Adura Technologies
Adura® Technologies is a clean energy technology company, applying low- power wireless mesh networking to the lighting controls and energy management markets. The company designs, manufactures and commissions energy management solutions for its customers. Adura’s mission is to provide cost- effective solutions for the retrofit of commercial buildings so that building owners, tenants and facility managers can implement energy efficiency and load curtailment strategies that help reduce their operating costs and carbon footprint.
Adura is backed by Claremont Creek Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm; VantagePoint Capital Partners, a leading global clean tech investor, and NGEN Partners, a pioneering investor in the clean tech sector. For more information, please visit http://www.aduratech.com.
OXFORD, Mich. – Relume Technologies, a leading manufacturer of light-emitting diode (LED) products and smart grid control systems for outdoor lighting applications, has announced the launch of its new multimedia website, www.relume.com. The redesigned site is the final phase in the company’s rebranding effort that also included a new logo, marketing materials and social media presence.
Relume’s new site features a user-friendly, intuitive navigation, making it easy to find product information, view examples of real-world applications, and locate a Relume sales specialist by geographic region.
“Our goal for the redesign was to create a website that served as a comprehensive outdoor LED lighting resource for municipalities, business owners and government entities looking to make the switch to energy efficient and cost effective lighting solutions,” said Crawford Lipsey, CEO for Relume. “We are pleased that the new site showcases our deep knowledge base, technical expertise and extensive product offerings.”
Customers searching for product information can browse by application or type, making it easier to find products that fit their specific needs. In addition, specification sheets, photometric data, sales brochures, and images are available on each Relume product.
The company’s new resource center includes tools and information to help customers evaluate LED lighting products, such as case studies, whitepapers, an energy savings calculator and a list of DCL qualified products.
The communications area of the site features a press room for journalists, multimedia center with product videos and images, and comprehensive documents library. From the communications area, visitors can sign up for Relume’s newsletter to receive regular updates on the company’s activities.
In conjunction with the announcement of its redesigned website, Relume has also launched its LinkedIn and Facebook pages, where the company will post its latest corporate news, events and product information.
About Relume Technologies
Relume Technologies is a Mich.-based manufacturer of highly efficient, environmentally friendly, and cost effective LED lighting products and control systems. The company’s innovative technology is used in municipal lighting, commercial signage, outdoor advertising, transportation, and U.S. military applications. Relume’s products are American-made, ISO 9001:2008 certified and carry an industry leading seven year warranty.
Relume is a founding member of the Michigan Solid State Lighting Association, and supports the organization’s mission of ensuring that Michigan is a global leader in solid-state lighting, research and development, and manufacturing. Relume was recently recognized as one of Michigan’s 50 Companies to Watch by the Edward Lowe Foundation. For more information, visit www.relume.com or connect with the company on Facebook or LinkedIn.
Xicato is expanding its sales activities to deal with the high growth of luminaire manufacturers using its modules in Europe, and at the same time a groundswell of interest in the Far East. Alongside its field personnel the company will develop its global marketing with the addition of a Director of Marketing Communications.
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(Montgomeryville, PA -- April 24th, 2012) LumenOptix proudly announces that it has moved to a new, larger corporate headquarters and factory located in Montgomeryville, Pennsylvania. Its expansive new facility now successfully consolidates the company’s engineering, design, marketing, sales, and executive management team under one roof, along with full production and warehousing capabilities.
“We needed a larger, more efficient facility to meet our growing production needs,” LumenOptix Founder and CEO Jay Goodman said. “Our investment in this new headquarters facility continues to demonstrate our commitment to U.S. manufacturing and to our belief that cost-competitive, value-oriented, energy-efficient lighting solutions can be produced right here in America.”
As a provider of rapidly-customized and quickly-shipped specification-grade energy-saving solutions for the lighting retrofit market, “the products and services we offer and the segment of customers we serve position us to truly complement larger manufacturers within the lighting industry,” Goodman said of LumenOptix’s value proposition.
“We’re extremely proud of our evolution to this point and are excited for our next phase of dynamic growth,” Goodman concluded. “We’re focused on providing American Reinvestment and Recovery Act and Buy American Act-compliant product to the market and to continuing to support the retrofit needs of the lighting industry with innovative and easy-to-use solutions involving energy-efficient and emerging technologies.”
About LumenOptix, LLC
Based in Montgomeryville, PA, LumenOptix leverages precise optical and luminaire design to create lighting solutions that provide optimal light levels and maximize energy savings. Driven by a dedication to outstanding quality, performance, and customer service, the company’s products are proudly manufactured in the United States and deliver the utmost in true specification-grade energy saving solutions for the retrofit needs of the lighting market. For more information, contact LumenOptix at (800) 671-6799 or visit www.lumenoptix.com.
New Bulb Joins the Company’s Wide Selection of High Quality LED Products
Satellite Beach, Florida, April 17, 2012 – Lighting Science Group (OTCBB: LSCG), the world’s premier LED lighting manufacturer, announced today the production launch of a revolutionary high output 8-watt LED MR16 bulb that is a direct replacement for traditional MR16 50-watt halogenbulbs. Suited to a variety of applications that require directional lighting—such as track lighting, recessed ceilinglights, desk lamps, pendant fixtures and retail display lighting—the DEFINITY™ MR16 HO LED bulb will be the first of its kind introduced to the marketplace, and considered the best of its breed when evaluated by metrics of efficiency, lumen output and form factor.
Visit aleddra LED lighting at booth #938 to see our Energy Star PAR 30’s & PAR 38’s lamps. LED T8’s , MR16’s (UL/ETL), Candelabra lamps. Plus enter our daily drawing for a chance to win an iPAD 3.
Web link: http://www.aleddra.com/index.php#ED1204
Huntley, Illinois April 9, 2012--- Thomas Research Products has introduced a new premium series of LED drivers with ultra-long life. Thomas Research Products is a leading manufacturer of SSL power solutions.
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Hatch has announced the release of a new line of Electronic LED Drivers for 2012. The new X-Series and L-Series LED Driver families have been designed to last as long as the LEDs that they drive while integrating a wide variety of standard features to power a host of LED chipsets.
Debuting at LIGHTFAIR 2012, the flagship X-Series Constant Current LED driver family features the flexibility of universal 120V-277V input and comes standard with integrated phase dimming or 0-10V dimming capability. X-Series models can also be ordered with auxiliary fan outputs and LED temperature sensors. X-Series models come in a variety of compact and efficient case styles that are designed to fit perfectly inside of modern, specification grade LED fixtures.
Also debuting are all-new L-Series LED drivers that offer greater flexibility with a variety of case styles and drive circuits to accommodate any LED project budget. L-Series LED Drivers come in both Constant Current and Constant Voltage models and can be ordered with either dedicated or universal input. Most Constant Current L-Series models are also available with or without TRIAC dimming. Constant Voltage L-Series models are housed in familiar linear and compact F-Can housings for easy retrofitting of existing fixtures.
The highly experienced Hatch driver development team can also engineer a custom solution for large OEM LED fixture projects. Visit HatchLighting.com to see the newest additions to the X-Series and L-Series Driver product lines, both of which will continue to expand throughout 2012.
Warrendale, PA – April 5, 2012 – WE-EF LIGHTING USA, a leading manufacturer of Performance Exterior Lighting, announces the launch of its newly-redesigned website. The updated North American site can be accessed at www.we-ef.com.
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(Niles, IL) Bill Brown Sales (BBS), the foremost national sales agency in the lighting components industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jodi Bott as Regional Account Manager, responsible for the Western territory. She is an accomplished sales and marketing professional who brings nearly 15 years of technical sales experience to the position.
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(Niles, IL) Bill Brown Sales (BBS), leading national sales agency in the lighting components industry, welcomes Curt Good as Regional Account Manager for the South region. He brings nearly two decades of experience in the lighting industry to this position, having held sales and sales management positions for some of the field’s foremost organizations.
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Simkar Corporation and Energy Lighting Group, a division of Simkar, are proud to announce that all configurations of the Apogee2 LED High Bay have been DesignLights Consortium (DLC) qualified, and are now listed on the DesignLights Consortium Qualified Products List
The Apogee2 LED High Bay uses Cree™ XM-L LEDs and is available in 3 sizes, 2 constant driver amperages, and utilizes adjustable Miro™ Silver optics (Wide, Medium, and Narrow) for a total of 6 choices from 93 watts @ 9,400 lumens up to 333 watts @ 27,500 lumens. The calculated LM80 lifetime of the LEDs is 158,000 hours. Occupancy sensing, dimming, and High-Low switching options are available. Operating range is -35ºC to 50ºC (-31ºF to 122ºF).
To qualify for DLC, luminaries must meet strict distribution and performance criteria similar to the Energy Star residential LED lighting program. The DLC program is geared specifically to non-residential lighting and enables specifiers, engineers, architects, designers, and end users identify and select high performance LED fixtures. DLC is a requirement for many state and utility incentive programs.
Energy Lighting Group, a division of Simkar, focuses on energy efficient lighting products and services. ELG specializes in creating tailored lighting solutions based on comprehensive energy analysis and lighting design, and also assists in helping customers take advantage of local, state, and federal rebates and deductions through the use of energy efficient lighting.
Simkar, established in 1952, is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Simkar manufactures a very wide range of fixtures, and has the ability to enable the fulfillment of application goals by offering solutions utilizing fluorescent, HID, LED, Induction, and CFL technologies.
For more information, please contact Jim Wang, Product Manager, at (215) 831-7778, jwang@simkar.com or visit www.energylg.com or www.simkar.com.
Alpharetta, Georgia. To showcase our new 30,000-square-foot Energy Efficiency Center of Excellence, TÜV SÜD America will be hosting an Open House on Wednesday, April 11, 2012 from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM at our Alpharetta facility located at 5945 Cabot Parkway, Suite 100. The new NVLAP* 17025-accredited laboratory allows TÜV SÜD to test and certify products to global energy efficiency programs including ENERGY STAR®, Lighting Facts and DLC as well as provide IES files, NRTL Certification, and CE Marking
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UNION CITY, Calif., Mar 26, 2012 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Finelite Inc., a leading manufacturer of high performance lighting systems, takes home awards in the general ambient and decorative sconce categories with the High Performance Recessed (HPR-LED) collection receiving a special citation for “Most Unique Product” by Architectural SSL Magazine’s 2012 PIA judges. Winners were announced in this month’s issue of the magazine and featured products that show the greatest promise in the solid-state lighting arena. Companies will also be honored at LightFair International 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada this coming May.
Q-TRAN, INC. Introduces our QTM-DC and QTM-DC+CAP power supplies powering constant voltage LED products with capacity ranging from 60watts to 600watt.
Q-Tran has developed several products to power constant voltage LED products; including 12VDC and 24VDC linear technologies, such as ribbon light. The benefit of using the Q-Tran magnetic LED power supply is that this product can be controlled with a standard, forward-phase control dimmer known as a Magnetic Low Voltage dimmer (MLV). Q-Tran now has available with a CSA listed to UL 2108 standard, 3 product categories that include a good way, a better way and the best way to power these types of LED products.
The QTM-DC is also a rectified power supply capable of handling up to 360Watts at 12VDC or 600Watts at 24VDC. This allows the installer or specifier to put a variety of LED loads onto one transformer. The QTM-DC uses a robust rectifier to enable the conversion from AC to DC. The QTM-DC comes with Q-Tran’s QT series standard 5 tap system, allowing the installer to have the correct voltage at the end of their run and not over-drive or under-drive the LED lighting.
The QTM-DC+CAP guarantees no ripple or flicker out of the power supply. This is still a rectified power supply with a choke but also includes a large capacitor which eliminates the ripple. This is the best way to power LED fixtures especially if the LED’s are visible to the eye. This is available from 60watts to 200watts in both 12VDC and 24VDC and also has 5 voltage taps allowing you to select a tap depending on your load, preventing the installer from over voltage issues.
The QTMeLED uses electronic LED power supplies. If dimming is required a 0-10 dimming module and wire for 0-10 wiring is needed. This is available at 12VDC to have up to 3 60watt power supplies or at 24VDC up to 3 100watt LED power supplies inside each QTM enclosure.
About Q-Tran, Inc.
In 1993, Q-Tran, Inc. was founded by John Tremaine, an accomplished lighting designer who was born into a family of lighting entrepreneurs and innovators. He began his career with The Miller Company, a firm acquired in the 1930’s by his great grandfather, who founded the National Electric Lamp Association (NELA) before selling it to John’s grandfather. In the early 1920’s NELA became General Electric’s lamp division in Cleveland, Ohio, and was later transformed into a prestigious research institute that is still thriving today.
The Miller Company, a lighting company specializing in fixtures used for commercial, industrial and institutional applications, was sold to John’s grandfather, Burton, Jr., who sold it to John’s father, Burton, III, and it is where John cut his teeth before starting a lighting design practice in 1980. In 1985 John opened Primo, a high-tech lighting showroom that offered a creative alternative to functional lighting and eventually gave birth to Q-Tran.
Q-Tran was established to fulfill a need in the lighting industry for flexible remote transformers that eliminate noise and heat while enhancing the quality of light output. Operating with the mantra “EnlightenedThinking®,” Q-Tran has pioneered innovative transformers and power supply centers to provide safety, reliability, performance and convenience. It was the first company to develop an entire power supply center designed specifically for low voltage lighting. Over the years, Gean Tremaine and Jordan Nodelman would take their place by their father’s side, helping to build Q-Tran into a leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality, power supply systems, transformers and components.
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Q-TRAN, INC.
155 Hill Street
Milford, CT 06460
T. 203.367.8777
F. 203.367.8771
Website: http://www.q-tran.com
Email: info(at)q-tran(dot)com
(Philadelphia, PA -- March 20th, 2012) LumenOptix, a leading U.S. designer and manufacturer of innovative lighting solutions for the retrofit luminaire market, proudly announces its appointment of Bill Rymer to the position of Chief Financial Officer.
A seasoned financial officer with a strong understanding of the investment community and over 20 years of targeted experience in the financial and operational management arenas, Rymer has amassed demonstrated leadership skills in such critical areas as strategic planning, capital structure, financial reporting, and operational restructuring in the manufacturing industry.
With elite experience that includes hands-on management of $1 billion publicly-traded and private equity-backed private companies throughout his career, Rymer has held CFO positions at such leading companies as MTI Information Technologies, Constar International, and American Pacific Enterprises.
“We’re delighted to have Bill join our LumenOptix team,” CEO Jay Goodman said, “and are confident that Bill’s exceptional talent and leadership will provide the strong financial foundation
required to fuel our growth as we continue to support the market’s demand for cutting-edge, American-made lighting solutions involving both existing and emerging technologies.”
A certified public accountant, Rymer graduated from Wake Forest University in 1990 with a BS in Accounting.
About LumenOptix, LLC
Based in Montgomeryville, PA, LumenOptix leverages precision optics, thermal management, and cutting-edge manufacturing technologies to create lighting solutions that provide optimal light levels while offering the greatest energy savings available. Driven by a dedication to outstanding quality, reliability, and customer service, the company’s products are proudly manufactured in the United States and deliver the utmost in high performance, energy-efficiency, safety, and dependability. For more information, contact LumenOptix at (800) 671-6799 or visit www.lumenoptix.com.
Contrac Lighting, Yorkshire's leading manufacturer of lighting solutions for the retail, industrial, commercial and leisure industries, has announced it is one of the first companies in the UK to replace standard 400W HID packages in their luminaires with the Venture Lighting 320W Energy Saving (ES) Package and the standard 250W HID with the 200W ES.
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SANTA CLARA, Calif. March 14, 2012 – WattStopper announced today two appointments to its executive management team. Jim Young will join the company as Vice President of Sales and Marketing while Shireen Zekanoski becomes the Vice President of Operations and Engineering.
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OXFORD, Mich. – Relume Technologies, a leading manufacturer of light-emitting diode (LED) products and smart grid control systems for outdoor lighting applications, has named Jason Bailey as Manufacturing Manager, reporting to Mark Tuttle, COO/CFO.
Bailey will be responsible for managing Relume’s manufacturing operations, including fabrication, population, assembly, and shipping and receiving. In addition, he will introduce and implement lean manufacturing principles and tools to reduce cost, increase productivity, and improve quality throughout the operation.
“We are pleased to welcome Jason Bailey to the Relume family. His combination of education, manufacturing management experience, and his training and experience in the use of lean manufacturing tools makes him exceptionally qualified for his new position,” said Crawford Lipsey, CEO for Relume.
Bailey joins Relume from United Solar Ovonic, a manufacturer of solar panels, where he served as project manager, as well as the company’s operations and continuous improvement manager. In these roles, Bailey led a team of 12 supervisors and facilitators in production operations and he trained associates in the utilization of lean manufacturing tools, executing several Kaizen events (5S, standard work, and value stream mapping) to reduce material movement and increase throughput, balance workloads, and reduce labor costs. He was also responsible for managing the plant launch at United Solar’s Ontario Step 3 assembly facility, and establishing and managing a multi-million dollar capital expenditure budget for machinery moves, facility upgrade, and product launch.
Bailey began his career at General Motors, where he served as an industrial engineer and manufacturing advisor. In these roles, he implemented lean manufacturing strategies to reduce costs, reduce downtime, and improve productivity. In addition, he implemented standard work to eliminate waste in assembly operations. He went on to join American Axle as an industrial engineer and was promoted to the position of general foreman/productivity manager, where he completed current and future value stream maps for a 1.1 million-square-foot facility, supervised teams in implementing lean initiatives, and implemented material systems to significantly reduce assembly line inventory.
A native of Ortonville, Mich., Bailey has a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial and Operations Engineering from the University of Michigan. He lives with his wife and two children in Oxford, Michigan.
About Relume Technologies
Relume Technologies is a Mich.-based manufacturer of highly efficient, environmentally friendly, and cost effective LED lighting products and control systems. The company’s innovative technology is used in municipal lighting, commercial signage, outdoor advertising, transportation, and U.S. military applications. Relume’s products are American-made, ISO 9001:2008 certified and carry an industry leading seven year warranty.
Relume is a founding member of the Michigan Solid State Lighting Association, and supports the organization’s mission of ensuring that Michigan is a global leader in solid-state lighting, research and development, and manufacturing. Relume was recently recognized as one of Michigan’s 50 Companies to Watch by the Edward Lowe Foundation. For more information, visit www.relume.com.
Huntley, Illinois March 12, 2012--- Thomas Research Products has introduced a new series of
277-480V LED drivers, available in 75W, 150W and 300W outputs. Thomas Research Products is a leading manufacturer of SSL power solutions.
Each model includes input voltage ranges from 277Vac to 480Vac. The TSC-75W constant current driver offers fixed and dimmable output models. Some models are Class 2 rated. The TSC-150W is also a constant current driver, offering fixed and dimmable output models. The TSV-300W is a constant voltage driver.
All models feature aluminum housings and are IP67 rated--making them suitable for applications subject to moisture. They offer over-voltage, over-current and short circuit protection with automatic recovery to keep luminaires performing. The drivers are UL Recognized for both US and Canada, and are CE certified.
About Thomas Research Products
Founded in 1997, Thomas Research Products designs, manufactures and supplies advanced drivers and power solutions for solid state lighting. TRP also manufactures energy-saving electronic controls, surge protectors, switches and relays for commercial HID and fluorescent lighting in indoor and outdoor applications.
Thomas Research Products is located at 11548 Smith Dr. Huntley, IL 60142.
Tel. 847-515-3057, Fax 847-515-3047
Website: www.trpssl.com
Email: info@trpssl.com
