April 10, 2013 - Philips Ledalite’s BoldPlay is a new portfolio of LED lighting systems that, says the company, is 44% more efficient and consumes 28% less energy than traditional technologies, like fluorescent. Delivering up to 106 lm/W, BoldPlay allows for row spacing at up to 20-ft apart while maintaining uniformity on the ceiling and workplane. The product’s LED light engine consists of a low-profile Light Guide Panel that helps extract and reflect light into a controlled direct/indirect distribution. It also integrates patented MesoOptics nanotechnology that promises to optimally blend light and colour while controlling high-angle glare. BoldPlay also features optional Response Daylight harvesting sensors that can reduce energy consumption up to another 35%.

April 10, 2013 - Halco Lighting Technologies announced the availability of ProLED T8 LED lamps to its offering of solid-state lighting. The retrofit tube is an energy-efficient and environmentally friendly alternative to linear fluorescent lamps, says Halco, consuming only 16W with a 40,000-hr rated life. The frosted finish maintains the look and feel of fluorescent, but can be used in a wider temperature range: -20C to 50C. These mercury-free T8 LEDs operate on 120V, are available in either 4000K or 5000K colour temperatures, and feature a 5-year limited warranty.

March 19, 2013 - The Zinnia 1300i from Journée Lighting offers more than 140 sq-in of heat sink within a 3-in diameter luminaire, boasting the large heat sink surface area allows the LED chip to operate at a lower temperature, improve lamp efficacy and extend the life of the LED. The Zinnia is compatible with standard line-voltage H-Track and J-Track and is suited for retrofit installations. The luminaire delivers 59 lumens per watt at 4000K.

February 5, 2013 - GE has rolled out its 2013 Lighting & Electrical Institute curriculum. Designers, facility managers, specifiers, consultants and other interested professionals are invited to learn about the latest innovations in lighting technology led by the institute’s staff. Each course also carries continuing education credits.

January 31, 2013 - Universal Lighting Technologies has expanded its family of ULTim8 ballasts with the new high (HEH) ballast factor model with programmed start technology. Suitable for retrofit or new construction, the ULTim8 HEH programmed start ballasts boast a start time of less than 700 milliseconds. The entire ULTim8 line is designed to provide up to 6% energy savings over standard electronic T8 ballasts and as much as 40% energy savings over T12 ballasts. The ULTim8 ballasts are CEE and RoHS compliant.

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January 22, 2013 - Arlington Industries claims its new low profile TVL508 TV box is ideal for flat screen TV installations on 1/2-in. or 5/8-in. drywall with wall cavity depths of 3/4-in. or larger. Retrofit applications include furring strips on concrete block, 2x2, 2x3, and 2x4 or larger studs. Mounting wing screws are provided to secure the box. According to Arlington, the cULus listed TV box accommodates multiple cables, while wire management brackets keep them neat and organized.

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January 10, 2013 - Orr Lighting’s new S9051 LED downlight series is now Energy Star qualified for commercial and residential use. The series is available with a 4-in. aperture in 15W and 21W optics in two distinct models for new (S9051N) and retrofit (S9051E) construction. The S9051N model features a galvanized steel housing with adjustable mounting brackets, five knockouts in junction box, and a dimmable driver. The S9051E model offers a quick-install and well balanced lamp module that is easily accessed, says Orr Lighting, as well as dimming capabilities. THe series is also cETLus listed.

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January 8, 2013 - Venture Lighting’s new RIO system (Retrofit Integrated Optics) boasts up to 120 lumens per watt, a rated lamp life of up to 30,000, and 95% optical efficiency. According to the company, the system also offers a total energy savings of almost 50%. By repurposing existing fixtures, the waste, time, cost and labour at each job are all greatly reduced, adds Venture.

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January 7, 2013 - The McGraw-Edison Galleon LED luminaire is the newest addition to Cooper Lighting’s line of outdoor lighting products. The luminaire offers a choice of 12 optical distributions, nine lumen packages, and comes standard with various specification grade design features. The Light Squares are also field-adjustable to reorient the distribution in 90º-increments. With efficiencies up to 95%, it provides 30-75% energy savings when compared to typical HID (high-intensity discharge) luminaires, says Cooper, and is suited for new construction and retrofit projects.

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January 7, 2013 - Provident Energy Management, an energy services provider, has been recognized by PowerStream as a Conservation and Demand Management (CDM) Champion for utilizing the saveONenergy conservation programs as a key part of the company’s business development strategy.