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McWong’s TruBlu Achieves DLC NLC5 Certification

February 3, 2022

McWong International has achieved compliance with the latest cybersecurity requirements for Design Lights Consortium (DLC) certification and is now qualified for NLC5.

DLC announced two additions to the NLC5 technical requirements in late December 2021 pertaining to required cybersecurity standards. NLC5 certification will take precedence at the end of February 2022.

McWong’s award-winning TruBlu™ control solution is now fully qualified for NLC5.

Changing Scene

The Lighting Library – Take Your Knowledge With You

The IES knows you want to take your knowledge with you. In this special webinar, IES staff will guide you through The Lighting Library® – a giant step forward in how we create and deliver standards.

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EiKO Global Announces Lynnette Schaeffer as Training Manager

EiKO Global has named Lynnette Schaeffer as Training Manager, effective January 6, 2020.

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The LED Jobsite Saves 200,000,000 Kilowatt Hours of Electricity

Lind Equipment has announced that their award-winning LED Jobsite System has achieved a momentous accomplishment significantly contributing to sustainable building practices in the construction industry.

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MaxLite Launches EV Charger Offering … and the Why

December 7, 2023 By David Gordon With advancements in the EV batteries reducing range anxiety, electric vehicles are becoming more popular for a multitude of reasons. And with automotive and battery manufacturers committing to the technology, the trend has gone mainstream. This is further amplified due to climate concerns and government funding to accelerate EV…

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LRC Issues New Guide To Selecting LED Troffers

The Lighting Research Center at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has released a new guide for contractors and specifiers who are replacing existing fluorescent troffers with new LED troffers or retrofit kits.

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Crawford Hunter Lifetime Achievement Award

Included in his many accomplishments, Jaime is a driving force of light pollution research in Europe with a clear focus on the promotion of dark skies and the use of community science (such as STARS4ALL and ACTION project) to develop activities around dark skies.

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Changing Scene

The Lighting Library – Take Your Knowledge With You

The IES knows you want to take your knowledge with you. In this special webinar, IES staff will guide you through The Lighting Library® – a giant step forward in how we create and deliver standards.

Read More The Lighting Library – Take Your Knowledge With You
Changing Scene

EiKO Global Announces Lynnette Schaeffer as Training Manager

EiKO Global has named Lynnette Schaeffer as Training Manager, effective January 6, 2020.

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The LED Jobsite Saves 200,000,000 Kilowatt Hours of Electricity

Lind Equipment has announced that their award-winning LED Jobsite System has achieved a momentous accomplishment significantly contributing to sustainable building practices in the construction industry.

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Changing Scene | New Products | Peers and Profiles

MaxLite Launches EV Charger Offering … and the Why

December 7, 2023 By David Gordon With advancements in the EV batteries reducing range anxiety, electric vehicles are becoming more popular for a multitude of reasons. And with automotive and battery manufacturers committing to the technology, the trend has gone mainstream. This is further amplified due to climate concerns and government funding to accelerate EV…

Read More MaxLite Launches EV Charger Offering … and the Why
Changing Scene

LRC Issues New Guide To Selecting LED Troffers

The Lighting Research Center at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has released a new guide for contractors and specifiers who are replacing existing fluorescent troffers with new LED troffers or retrofit kits.

Read More LRC Issues New Guide To Selecting LED Troffers
Changing Scene

Crawford Hunter Lifetime Achievement Award

Included in his many accomplishments, Jaime is a driving force of light pollution research in Europe with a clear focus on the promotion of dark skies and the use of community science (such as STARS4ALL and ACTION project) to develop activities around dark skies.

Read More Crawford Hunter Lifetime Achievement Award
Changing Scene

The Lighting Library – Take Your Knowledge With You

The IES knows you want to take your knowledge with you. In this special webinar, IES staff will guide you through The Lighting Library® – a giant step forward in how we create and deliver standards.

Read More The Lighting Library – Take Your Knowledge With You
Changing Scene

EiKO Global Announces Lynnette Schaeffer as Training Manager

EiKO Global has named Lynnette Schaeffer as Training Manager, effective January 6, 2020.

Read More EiKO Global Announces Lynnette Schaeffer as Training Manager
Changing Scene

The LED Jobsite Saves 200,000,000 Kilowatt Hours of Electricity

Lind Equipment has announced that their award-winning LED Jobsite System has achieved a momentous accomplishment significantly contributing to sustainable building practices in the construction industry.

Read More The LED Jobsite Saves 200,000,000 Kilowatt Hours of Electricity
Changing Scene | New Products | Peers and Profiles

MaxLite Launches EV Charger Offering … and the Why

December 7, 2023 By David Gordon With advancements in the EV batteries reducing range anxiety, electric vehicles are becoming more popular for a multitude of reasons. And with automotive and battery manufacturers committing to the technology, the trend has gone mainstream. This is further amplified due to climate concerns and government funding to accelerate EV…

Read More MaxLite Launches EV Charger Offering … and the Why
Changing Scene

LRC Issues New Guide To Selecting LED Troffers

The Lighting Research Center at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has released a new guide for contractors and specifiers who are replacing existing fluorescent troffers with new LED troffers or retrofit kits.

Read More LRC Issues New Guide To Selecting LED Troffers
Changing Scene

Crawford Hunter Lifetime Achievement Award

Included in his many accomplishments, Jaime is a driving force of light pollution research in Europe with a clear focus on the promotion of dark skies and the use of community science (such as STARS4ALL and ACTION project) to develop activities around dark skies.

Read More Crawford Hunter Lifetime Achievement Award

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SLS Group Announces Steve Robins as New Distributor & Specification Sales Representative for Interior & Northern BC

Please join SLS Group in welcoming Steve Robins to the team as their new Distributor & Specification Sales representative for the Interior and Northern BC! Steve has been in the electrical industry for 20 years with experience ranging from Commercial Quotations to Account Management. Read More…
CSC LED Announces the Appointment of Jaime Carder as New Inventory & Procurement Manager

CSC LED is excited to announce that Jaime Carder has joined their growing team as Inventory & Procurement Manager. With proven success in inventory management and procurement, Jaime brings a results-driven approach to streamlining operations and maximizing efficiency. Skilled in optimizing stock levels and driving cost-effective solutions, Jaime is poised to strengthen CSC LED’s supply… Read More…

RENO Lighting Announces New Representation Partnerships in Quebec

September 17, 2025
Cooper Lighting Solutions Recognized for 15th Year in IES Progress Report – Showcasing 6 Lighting Innovations for 2025

September 3, 2025
EB Horsman Announces Sean O’Brien as New Burnaby Branch Manager

September 3, 2025
JDRF Autonomy Lighting Suite Has Been Recognized in the IES 2025 Progress Report

August 28, 2025
SLS Group Industries Announces Diana Nguyen as New Specification Sales Representative

August 27, 2025
Double the Innovation, Double the Win: Lumenpulse Recognised with Two Product Families in the 2025 IES Progress Report

August 27, 2025

Design

Spotlights vs. Floodlights: Lighting & Application Explained

Lighting selection is never as simple as choosing bright or cheap ones. Among the most commonly used outdoor and task lighting options are spotlights and floodlights. Choosing the wrong type can leave you with either a blinding glare or a dim disappointment. Spotlight is known for its precise focus, while floodlight stands out for its… Read More…
Beyond Illumination: Why Canadian Architects Now Design with Shadow

Canadian architecture is entering a new era where lighting is no longer defined by brightness alone. For decades, buildings were designed to eliminate shadows, replacing contrast with even illumination. That era is over. Today, architects are intentionally embracing shadow, designing spaces that feel more human, expressive, and immersive. This movement often referred to as beyond illumination… Read More…

Say Goodbye to HID Lamps: Current’s LED Solution Is Ready

August 26, 2025
Light Bulb Base Types: Choose the Right One for Commercial Fixtures

August 26, 2025
How Do the Most Trusted Lighting Brands Stay at the Top

August 15, 2025
A New Language of Light: Fluxwerx Unveils Speak Recessed Luminaire Family, Reimagining Architectural Integration & Performance

August 14, 2025
OPTI-SELECT Technology by LEDVANCE: The One Fixture That Does It All

August 12, 2025
Turning the Page on Fluorescent Lighting: Lutron’s C-Flex Solution

July 30, 2025

New Products

Arancia: Sky Wall Double Wet Location Cylinder – W10061E

Arancia’s Sky Wall Double Wet Location Cylinder is a direct and indirect lighting wall-mounted luminaire for outdoor use. This sleek, modern, machined aluminum fixture is offered in two sizes, and a wide variety of finish options making it versatile solution to suit any exterior environment. Suitable for wet locations. Read More…
EB Horsman: RAB LED Lighting Solutions – Wall Packs, Flood Lights, Canopy Fixtures & Strip Lights

RAB Design Lighting specializes in affordable and aesthetic LED fixtures that deliver maximum value on your lighting investment. With over 50 years of experience, RAB continues to design high-quality products that meet the demands of an evolving industry while maintaining efficiency. Their in-house metal fabrication, assembly, and paint facilities allow for product customization to meet… Read More…

ABB: NexusPro Emergency Lighting System

September 17, 2025
Amico: LightMaster Series – Low Voltage Controller with Dimming

September 16, 2025
SATCO|NUVO: New Dim-to-Warm LED Filament Lamps

September 16, 2025
Liteline: New GENESIS Cylinders

September 16, 2025
BeLuce: Sagio – Smart Emergency Lighting Solution

September 11, 2025
Peerless: Peerlux Series – ITS Industrial LED Strip

September 11, 2025

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