Cooper Lighting Solutions: Invue Epic pendant luminaire enhances its surroundings with a wide array of stunning dayform configurations. Combining adaptable aesthetics with easy installation and maintenance, Epic’s thoughtful, inspired design will delight architects, installers and residents wherever it is used.
February 5, 2025 Contact Delage: 3 Reasons to Love Current’s QuickShip Program Expert Advice With Contact Delage In the world of fast-track lighting projects, challenges often arise that are beyond your control: endless delays for approvals, production, or delivery, and a limited selection of in-stock products. The result? Projects that move at a snail’s pace,…
Acuity: The Impact of Lighting on Healthcare Staff’s Well-Being. Warden: Lights can have a myriad of effects on staff, with some lighting making them tired…
Signify a global competitor in lighting, has been named in the Global 100 ranking of the most sustainable corporations by Corporate Knights.
January 30, 2025 Leviton Expands Award-Winning Lever Edge Portfolio Leviton announced on January 14, 2025, the launch of four new Lever Edge (formerly Decora Edge) devices – a 15A Tamper-Resistant GFCI, a 15A Weather/Tamper-Resistant GFCI, a Dimmer and a 20A Tamper-Resistant Duplex Outlet. The new GFCIs, Dimmer and 20A Outlet more than double the current…
NEMRA has a history of reaching out to diverse members to solicit input to drive the association. Many, over the years, have served in leadership roles and many more have the opportunity throughout the year to have their voice heard for various initiatives.
January 29, 2025 Tridonic: New Certification for Emergency Lighting Tridonic, a provider of emergency lighting solutions, is the first manufacturer to receive ENEC certification for its lithium iron phosphate batteries. The new certification scheme was developed by the responsible organization ETICS (European Testing, Inspection and Certification System) and implemented by DEKRA. This new certification scheme…
270 Spinnaker Way is a 216,377 square foot Industrial/Warehouse property in Concord, Ontario owned and managed by H&R Property Management. Since the 1950s, H&R has been involved in the construction and management of rental communities, investing in quality and craftsmanship to maintain and incorporate high standards in each of the builds they own.
Most indoor spaces can benefit from the application of different types of light. This benefit is valid for commercial and residential applications. There are three types of lighting systems: ambient (general) lighting, task (focused) lighting, and accent (attention) lighting. The key components of layered lighting design are ambient, task, and accent lighting. They create a balanced, functional, and aesthetically pleasing space when used together.
There are many socket options available in the lighting market, and consumers often wonder whether to choose shunted or non-shunted sockets. Selecting the correct sockets for a linear lamp is paramount to prevent hazards such as electrical shorts or compromised safety. Using the wrong socket type could lead to a fire hazard, causing damage to both the tubes and sockets or, in the worst-case scenario, endangering lives. Moreover, using the incorrect sockets might void the UL listing on the lamp or reduce its overall lifespan.
Winter brings unique challenges to outdoor spaces; diminished daylight hours and unpredictable weather demand reliable lighting solutions. Choosing the right type of LED fixture—flood lights, area lights, or wall packs—can significantly enhance safety, visibility, and energy efficiency. Understanding the differences between these fixtures will help you choose the best options to meet your outdoor lighting needs during the colder months.
The LED tape lighting market has reached a turning point. With rising competition, tighter budgets, and growing expectations for smooth, pixel-free illumination, staying ahead means rethinking how products are designed and delivered. Magic Lite has updated its tape light lineup to introduce two refined series: the Streamline Tape (SL) and the Standard Tape (ST).
When it comes to outdoor lighting, few brands embody both luxury and environmental awareness like Beachside Lighting. Founded in 1994 in Honolulu, Hawaii, this company set out to transform residential and commercial landscapes with exceptional luminaires. Inspired by Hawaiian beaches and a desire to offer solutions that truly stand out, the founder chose to work exclusively with noble materials such as brass and copper.
Attracting more than 50,000 buyers from around the world, the 26th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and the 9th Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo was by all definitions, a success. The twin fair events, which were organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), cemented Hong Kong’s position as a center for international trade and innovation. The HKTDC’s Deputy Executive Director, Sophia Chong, emphasized that the fairs brought in a sizable number of foreign customers and opened up cross-industry sourcing prospects.
Millwork lighting is the integration of light fixtures that are crafted into designed spaces in cabinetry, shelving, displays, and other architectural features. Millwork illumination combines aesthetics with functionality by providing task or accent lighting and adding a memorable design feature. Backlighting objects on display or highlighting objects from above or below are typical examples of millwork work lighting.
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.
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
