Craig DiLouie

LEDs are used for a wide variety of indicator and illuminator applications, from furniture to clothing, and now even signage at protest marches. LUX has the story below starting at the 2:17 mark.

In this contribution to Electropages.com, Mouser Electronics’ Mark Patrick sums up developments in LED lighting technology this year. He covers increases in device efficacy, anticipation for Bluetooth Mesh, TM-30 and more. Check it out here.

My contributions to the January issue of ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR included a roundtable interview with noted experts who speculated on the future of lighting as shaped by several trends. Major lighting trends—including LED, intelligent lighting controls, the industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), power over ethernet (PoE), energy codes, and light and health—are creating new opportunities and [...]

My contributions to the February issue of tED Magazine included an update on metal halide rules. Reprinted with permission. On February 10, 2017, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) rules take effect that regulate the efficiency of metal halide lamp ballasts sold as part of new luminaires. These rules update existing energy efficiency standards created by [...]

Green Creative’s THINFIT Series 6-in. 11.6W and 4-in. 8.5W downlights feature an integrated J-box and allow for installation in either new construction or remodel applications. These lamps also contain edge lighting technology that produces a smooth uniform lighting effect. All wiring takes place inside the integrated J-box which features a pre-installed wire clamp, quick connects [...]

I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Sally Lee, LC, LEED Green Assoc., Market Segment Manager – Retail, LEDVANCE (formerly OSRAM SYLVANIA). The topic: trends in retail lighting. I’m happy to share her responses with you here. The interview informed an article I wrote for the February 2017 issue of tED Magazine. DiLouie: How would [...]

CBC recently reported that an Ontario man woke up in the middle of the night to see bright and colorful light beams shooting from the ground up to the sky. He took a series of photos, which you can check out here. According to NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC, the photos depict a weather event known as light [...]

The Lighting Controls Association has published its monthly feature covering major indices and forecasts for the lighting industry and nonresidential construction. Check it out here.

Lighting for Tomorrow (LFT) has launched the fifteenth consecutive annual competition. Lighting for Tomorrow identifies exceptional residential lighting products that inspire consumers and the lighting community. The 2017 competition is accepting entries for: • Solid-state lighting o LED fixtures o Replacement lamps o Retrofit kits o Visible filament lamps o Ceiling fan lighting and light [...]