Shipments of sodium vapor high intensity discharge (HID) lamps increased 3.9% to 92.6 in 2010Q2, the highest level in two years. The index reading was 17.1% above the same period last year. Metal halide HID lamp shipments decreased 4% percent to 82.5 from the previous quarter, but were still 0.5% above the same period last [...]
The Illuminating Engineering Society has published PS-03-10, a position statement covering “Effects of Exterior Lighting on Human Health.” The statement includes the following salient points: “TM-18 represents the position of the IES on the known relationships between optical radiation and human health.” “The position of the IES is that typical exposures to exterior lighting after [...]
A new approach to windows that could let in more light and cut indoor lighting needs by up to 99% in buildings in Tropical regions without losing the cooling effect of shades. Details are reported in the International Journal of Engineering Systems Modelling and Simulation this month. Lerdlekha Tanachaikhan and colleagues in the School of [...]
Capri Lighting recently reinvented its track offering with track luminaires supporting a wide range of lamp technology: incandescent, low voltage, ceramic metal halide and fluorescent. Applications include accent, highlighting, wall wash and general lighting in museums, galleries, restaurants, groceries, salons and retail. Click here to learn more.
The Lamp Section of the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) recently reaffirmed its commitment to public policies that encourage transitioning to more energy-efficient lighting, including the energy-efficient light bulb provisions of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA 2007). The Better Use of Light Bulb Act (HR 6144), recently introduced by Congressman Joe [...]
Litetronics International has announced that Joe Colant has joined the company as its National Sales Manager. In his new role, Joe will be responsible for developing a national network of sales representatives, manufacturer’s representatives, and distributors and promoting and developing positive relationships with contractors, distributors and retail and commercial business owners.
Hubbell Lighting has announced a new education market solutions-oriented web resource for engineers, lighting designers, facilities managers and education board members here. From K-12 to higher education facilities, schools have a myriad of functions requiring different lighting solutions. The new page at Hubbell Lighting’s website features some of the many Hubbell solutions for indoor, outdoor, [...]
IBE Consulting Engineers (IBE) has announced the launch of IBE Lighting, a new in-house department that offers comprehensive interior and exterior lighting design services from earliest concept development through installation. IBE Lighting is overseen by lighting designers Hank Dahl and Stephen Bakin, whose combined expertise represents more than 50 years experience in architectural lighting design. [...]
The New York City section of the Illuminating Engineering Society has announced a lighting fundamentals series to be held on Thursdays, September 23 through November 4, 2010 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, at Philips/Lightolier, 250 Park Ave South, 9th Floor, in Manhattan. The cost is $360 for IESNYC Members and $465 for non-members. In a [...]
The American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score for July inched closer to the 50-point threshold again (a score higher than 50 is an indication of growth), climbing nearly two full points from June to 47.9. While there is growing optimism that billings may grow in the near future, business conditions at [...]
