Products + Technology

Ipnos is a new outdoor-indoor LED light sculpture designed by Rossi & Bianchi Studio for FLOS, created with elements of a modern-day lantern. Ipnos was designed in the unique shape of a hollow cuboid, from which light floats effortlessly between its metal frames, something only possible with LED technology. The light source is dimmable using a [...]

OSRAM SYLVANIA’s Linear Modular Luminaire System offers a variety of LED luminaires and retrofit kits that can be configured with a modular platform using the company’s new PrevaLED Flex light engines, OSRAM OPTOTRONIC programmable power supplies and a common assembly frame. The lighting solutions are configurable as recessed, pendant and surface luminaires or retrofit kits [...]

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) recently published a white paper, NEMA LSD 40-2014 Failure Modes for Self-Ballasted Compact Fluorescent Lamps—A NEMA Update.  This new edition updates the document to reflect current industry practices regarding end of useful life issues for self-ballasted compact fluorescent lamps (SBCFL). The white paper responds to potential consumer concerns and [...]

Juno Lighting Group’s expanded offering of its Indy LED Architectural Recessed Troffers are available in three styles: Lay-in (2×2 and 2×4), Basket (2×2, 2×4 and 1×4) and Pan (2×2). All are compatible with lighting controls, including Daintree’s ControlScope wireless solutions, and come standard with 0-10V dimming drivers that dim to 10%. All exceed DLC Qualified [...]

Whether in grid or drywall, ceilings or walls, recessed or suspended, independent or in continuous rows, Focal Point’s Seem LED provides numerous mounting possibilities. Sleek and shadow-free, these linear 2.5 and 4-in. narrow slot luminaires is well suited to upscale designs. Clean, straight rows are furnished in 1-ft. increments standard; more precise lengths are available [...]

VCC’s FLX44 Series light pipe provides design flexibility in new installations and retrofit/replacement applications. The FLX44 Series offers a 0.313” (7.95mm) panel opening threaded lens and IP67 / NEMA 6P ratings for harsh environments and industrial applications. The moisture-sealed configurations for wet or exposed locations combine rugged performance with increased flexibility for applications where a [...]

Cree’s new series of LED T8 replacement tubes feature an oval-shaped design allowing more uplight than typical LED replacement lamps. The circuit design is compatible with instant-, rapid- and programmed-start and most dimmable fluorescent ballasts. 2100 lumens, 100 lumens/W (system level), 90 CRI, choice of 3500K and 4000K color temperatures, 50,000 hours. Five-year warranty, suggested [...]

Lighting Science Group Corporation recently announced it has been contracted by space technology company The Bionetics Corporation to assist in the development of an LED lighting solution for the International Space Station (ISS). The Boeing Company, the primary contractor to NASA for the ISS, initiated the project with The Bionetics Corporation in order to develop [...]

Cree, Inc. recently demonstrated 303 lumens/W from a white high power LED. Reaching the landmark achievement faster than predicted, this result surpasses Cree’s previous R&D industry best of 276 lumens per watt announced just over a year ago. Cree reported that the LED efficacy was measured at 303 lumens/W, at a correlated color temperature of [...]