October 2011

LED + SSL, Legislation + Regulation

Jim Brodrick on Difference Between FTC Lighting Facts and DOE Lighting Facts Labels

Guest post by Jim Brodrick, Department of Energy We’re often asked to explain the difference between DOE’s Lighting Facts label and the Lighting Facts label that will soon be required by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). It’s a good question, so we thought we’d take the opportunity to answer it in this Posting. The goal [...]

Awards, Lighting Design

IALD Awards Deadline Approaching October 28, 2011

The IALD International Lighting Design Awards showcases the evolution of excellence in design. Each year, entries are judged by leaders in the industry who recognize noteworthy projects that reach new heights, move beyond the ordinary and represent excellence in both aesthetic and technical design achievement. Projects completed after June 1, 2010 are eligible for an [...]

LED + SSL, Products + Technology

Product Monday: eW Cove MX Powercore LED by Philips Electronics

Philips Electronics’ eW Cove MX Powercore LED unit delivers high white light output for cove applications, meeting or exceeding the performance of T5HO or 2-lamp T8 fluorescent striplights, according to the company. The line-voltage luminaire integrates auto switching technology that detects and adjusts to line voltages of 100, 120, 220-240, and 277VAC, simplifying installation and [...]

LED + SSL, Products + Technology

Product Friday: LEDway SLM by BetaLED

BetaLED, recently acquired by Cree along with its parent company, Ruud Lighting, has introduced the LEDway SLM, a new addition to the company’s line of LEDway streetlight products. SLM, which stands for single-width light module, is smaller and sleeker and designed to replace cobrahead systems and shoebox luminaires. The housing driver compartment and optical assembly [...]

People

Topanga Technologies Appoints Richard Craig as Chief Executive Officer

Topanga Technologies, a manufacturer of solid-state plasma lighting, recently announced the appointment of Richard Craig as Chief Executive Officer. Dr. Craig is a leader in the photonics and semiconductor field with a track record of building value in technology-based companies. With 25 years of experience developing photonic innovations as a scientist and engineer, and manager, [...]

Education + Resources, Events, LED + SSL

Webcast on CBEA High-Efficiency Troffer Specification to be Held October 25, 2011

On October 25, 2011, the Department of Energy will host a 90-minute live webcast on the high-efficiency troffer specification developed by DOE’s Commercial Building Energy Alliances (CBEA). Fifty percent of all commercial fluorescent lighting are recessed fixtures (troffers) in 2×4, 2×2, and 1×4 configurations which are in operation for more than 10 hours a day [...]

Construction + Economy

Architecture Billings Index Turns Positive after Four Straight Monthly Declines

On the heels of a period of weakness in design activity, the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) took a sudden upturn in August. As a leading economic indicator of construction activity, the ABI reflects the approximate 9- to 12-month lag time between architecture billings and construction spending. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) reported the August [...]

Products + Technology

Product Monday: Stratus-E by Columbia Lighting

Columbia Lighting’s classic recessed direct/indirect Stratus luminaire has undergone a redesign to produce Stratus-E with its improved efficiency ratings up to 86% and enhanced aesthetics. The radius of the perforated center basket mirrors the gull wing reflectors for a pleasing symmetry, while the matte white reflector balanced the luminance of the perforated metal basket with [...]

Construction + Economy

Architects and Construction Sector Can Lead U.S. Economic Recovery, According to AIA Report

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) recently issued the most comprehensive look yet at the built environment’s role in economic recovery, highlighting six specific policy steps that will generate jobs and help grow the American economy. The policy document, “The Built Environment’s Role in the Recovery,” was recently delivered to the White House and to [...]

Construction + Economy

FMI Issues Third Quarter 2011 Construction Outlook

FMI’s latest forecast for construction put in place calls for 2% growth in 2011 and 6% for 2012 to $886.2 billion in total construction. In today’s economy that sounds like ambitious growth, but in constant 2006 dollars, that is only 3% growth for 2012 and a 1% drop in construction for 2011. To put it [...]

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