Survey Says: Lighting – The Work Contractors/Electricians Do
Earlier in the week of October 3, 2024, David Gordon reported the release of Electrical Trends’ Q3 Pulse of Lighting survey and Acuity shared their FY Q4 results (which was CY Q3). Bottom line… while it was a hot summer, it wasn’t hot for the lighting market. Highlights from Acuity’s earnings call include ‘growth’ net sales in lighting, as well as a margin expansion, by 1.1% (but it grew!), the increase being “driven by improvements in the majority of channels but primarily being the result of higher net sales in the corporate accounts channel, and a shared number of new product launches, including Holophane’s Holobay.
Concordia University in Montreal supports more than 45,000 students from 150 countries and is home to the Concordia Stingers athletics program. With varsity sports ramping up in the fall when daylight hours shrink, Concordia needed a field lighting system that could deliver consistent performance for games, practices, intramurals, and community use. At the same time, the University is working toward a net-zero carbon campus by 2040, making energy efficiency and long-term operational sustainability a key priority. LEDVANCE supported Concordia and its partner network with a sports-lighting solution designed for performance, reliability, and easier long-term operation.
The DesignLights Consortium (DLC) today began accepting applications from solid-state lighting (SSL) manufacturers interested in qualifying their products under the LUNA Version 1.0 Technical Requirements for outdoor LED luminaires, released by the DLC in December.
The 6ixagon fixture delivers a next level geometric presence with all the benefits acoustic fixtures bring and offers a choice of second colour of acoustic felt to allow for additional stylish options. 6ixagon helps to add some silence as well as aesthetic warmth, texture, and geometric presence to a space combining the best elements of architectural and decorative lighting into a single luminaire. The open top form factor creates an acoustic cavity in the center of the fixture to maximize echo and sound absorption.
January 18, 2023 Arlington Vapor Barrier Cover Prevents Air Infiltration around Round and Octagonal Boxes. Arlington’s VBR1 vapor barrier cover prevents air infiltration around ceiling boxes – without the need for a gasket. Designed for new work, VBR1 offers octagonal, plastic or steel ceiling boxes. It’s also suitable for wall mount installations. Go HERE for more information
Beta-Calco is pleased to announce that Meg Sinclair has joined their team as Regional Sales Manager! Meg brings seven years of dynamic experience in the specification lighting industry. Known for driving territory growth and strengthening partnerships, she thrives on cultivating genuine relationships that bridge the sales and design communities. Her approach blends technical performance with design-forward thinking to support innovative and aesthetic lighting solutions for a wide range of projects.

Leviton – Certolux Visioneering (Viscor) is excited to welcome Walter Lai CSCMP to the team as Purchasing Manager! Walter brings over 20 years of expertise in purchasing, inventory management, and supply chain operations. His strong background in supplier management, cost optimization, and leading cross-functional teams will be a tremendous asset as they continue to strengthen… Read More…

Lumorphéa has arrived. Rooted in metamorphosis, Lumorphéa explores the transformative power of light — how it reshapes perception, emotion, and space. Not simply display, but experience. From March 5–15, The Gallery George becomes a living, tactile lighting gallery where product, art, and application collide. Curated installations, project imagery, and sculptural lighting moments invite you to… Read More…

Stay ahead of evolving rebate requirements with Intertek’s DLC SSL V6.0 & LUNA V2.0 technical guide. This fact sheet breaks down new efficacy thresholds, controls and field-adjustable reporting updates, expanded eligibility, and critical 2026 deadlines that could impact your product listings. Learn how to reduce delisting risk, streamline recertification, and align your testing strategy to… Read More…

Trust in Current’s expertise with over 28 trusted brands and 2,000 patents. Their customer-centric approach ensures they deliver solutions that truly make a difference. Partner with them for your data centers lighting and stay ahead in a competitive landscape. Current’s brands offer more than advanced LED Fixtures and Intelligent Controls. Current provides a complete solutions package, from… Read More…

Eralux’s OSIRIS features a distinctive design with a smooth heatsink and a vertical driver enclosure. It is available in three different sizes and offers power options of 20W, 27W, and 51W, delivering 74-92 lumens per watt. Users can choose from three beam distributions: narrow flood, flood, and wide flood. Made from durable aluminum die-cast material,… Read More…

When lighting is required in hazardous or classified environments, performance and compliance are non-negotiable. BeLuce’s Haz-X Hazardous Location linear LED products are engineered for demanding industrial applications where safety, reliability, and efficiency are critical. The Haz-X Series is designed for challenging environments like oil & gas facilities, chemical processing plants, mining operations, marine installations, and… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
