Lumenpulse Launches Lumentone LED Lighting Controller ‎

Lumenpulse Inc. announced the release and availability of Lumentone, an intuitive LED lighting controller. Developed to simplify control, Lumentone opens the doors for anyone to be able to implement and manage sophisticated lighting shows.
Suitable for either white light or colored light installations, Lumentone is a wall-mounted DMX controller that gives users access to advanced lighting installations, by allowing them to dim, change colors, modulate the color temperature, add effects, or alter the rate of change -- with just a nudge and a turn of the dial.
"Lumentone will simplify fixture control, enabling anyone to take advantage of LEDs, regardless of their level of expertise or familiarity with the technology," said Francois-Xavier Souvay, Founder, President and CEO of Lumenpulse. "With Lumentone, users can alter the mood of a space simply by pushing and turning the dial. It's as easy as changing tracks on an MP3 player."
Lumentone comes with 13 standard, pre-programmed shows, which can be selected by pressing and turning the dial. There are 8 color changing scenes, including 3 that are specifically developed to utilize RGBW technology. These scenes range from static colors to random fades and sparkle effects. There are also 5 scenes dedicated to white light control, including a standard dimming control, comet effects and a Dynamic White option which allows the user to alter the color temperature from a warm 2700K to a cool 6500K -- or any temperature in between.
The dial itself provides instant feedback for the user as it illuminates to reflect the lighting effect chosen, further simplifying the lighting management process for the user.
The controller is compatible and easily integrated with all industry standard North American gang boxes and any decora faceplate, and is available in white, black or custom finishes. It is suitable for almost any environment, operating in temperatures as low as -10°C (-14F) and as high as 40°C (104F).

Molex LED Array Holder Provides a Solder-Free Connector

Molex Incorporated announced today that its new LED array holder will support Citizen Electronics' recently introduced Chip on Board (COB) series of arrays: CLL010, CLL020, CLL030, CLL040 and CLL050. Molex currently offers LED array holders for the Citizen CLL-330 and CLL340 LED array products which provide unique compression contacts to power the arrays while eliminating the need for hand soldering or expensive Surface Mount Technology (SMT) equipment. Ideal for light fixture original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), the holders reduce installation time and increase connectivity options while lowering costs. The solderless screw-down connection allows for a standardized manufacturing process, adding to the design flexibility of the Citizen COB series of LEDs.
Molex LED array holders are ideal for all general illumination applications including downlighting, architectural lighting and area lighting. The thermoplastic housing supports high heat-generating environments and the holders comply with UL 496 specifications.

Intersil Unveils Industry's Smallest and Lowest Cost LED-Based LCoS Pico Projector System Solution

Intersil Corporation introduced the Pico-qHD, the world's lowest cost pico projector system, and the industry's smallest production-ready LED-based LCoS Pico Projector solution. Developed for low power and cost-sensitive embedded or accessory pico projector applications, Intersil's Pico-qHD provides a fully integrated reference design that includes a high volume production optical engine, hardware, firmware and customizable design files. The low cost system solution utilizes Micron's E330 compact 5.5 cubic centimeter qHD optical engine, allowing for easy integration into a wide range of applications, including Micron's recently announced portable PoP Video pico projector mobile device accessory. Built on an inexpensive 1.7 inch by 2 inch PCB, the Pico-qHD is designed to meet the low manufacturing cost requirements of consumer applications such as digital cameras, smartphones, tablets, video players and other handheld products. Driven by such applications, Pacific Media Associates forecasts pico projector sales of 58 million units per year by 2015.
The platform is based on Intersil's new ISL97901, a fully-integrated buck/boost RGGB LED driver customized for pico projector display applications. The ISL97901 provides industry-leading overall power efficiency, the smallest solution footprint and the ability to drive RGB or RGGB LEDs. The ISL97901 maintains the highest image quality with precise LED current control. A 2.0mA resolution provides consistent white balance setting, yielding uniformity over production units and throughout the life of projectors. Its electronics system can drive up to 1.5A LED current, making it compatible with a variety of high power LEDs, and enabling pico projector engines with brightness levels exceeding 20 lumens.
The LED LCoS Pico Projector reference design integrates a broad range of Intersil products in addition to the ISL97901 buck-boost LED driver, including the TW8835 LCD video processor, ISL9307 power management IC, ISL9110 buck-boost converter, ISL9230 battery charger and, as an option, the ISL58333 OEIC sensor for automatic, real-time white balance control to maintain image quality and reduce optical calibration cost.

Dimmer Friendly LED Controller Chips

LEDs are widely desired for its digital controllability, besides being energy and cost efficient. However, LED bulbs are not compatible with domestic dimmer switches. Therefore, several lighting designers and engineers made attempts to integrate the existing LED light bulbs with analog dimmer systems. Capable of surpassing CFLs (Compact Fluorescent Lights) and incandescent, these high efficiency LEDs need to be modified to comply with the dimmers, resulting in new and superior technology. In response to this need, Cirrus Logic, an integrated circuit developer, has launched a new CS161X digital LED controller chips that support dimmer-friendly LEDs.

Luminus Announces LD10 LED Light Engine for High Intensity Spot Lighting

Luminus Devices, Inc. announced today the availability of its new LD10 LED Light Engine. Designed for a variety of indoor and outdoor lighting applications, the LD10 is available at 800 and 900 "hot" lumen output levels, color temperatures of 3000K and 4000K and CRI greater than 80. The Light Engine includes Luminus' Big Chip LED technology, which enables high lumen fixtures with industry leading center beam intensity. For spot lighting applications, the LD10 can deliver 17,000 candelas into a 9-degree beam using off-the-shelf optics.
Sophisticated on-board electronics provide power, dimming and protection feedback to the LED. The LD10 accepts a 24VDC power input and a 0-10V dimming signal. In addition, it has thermal feedback protection circuitry that ensures longevity and reliability.
Luminus will be exhibiting in Hall 4.2, Stand G02 at Light + Building, April 15-20 at Messe Frankfurt in Frankfurt, Germany, where the new LD10 LED Light Engine will be on display. For more information on how Luminus is enabling the conversion of today's conventional lighting fixtures to LED, visit www.luminus.com .
About Luminus Devices Luminus Devices is a leading developer and manufacturer of LED technologies and solutions for the multi-billion dollar global illumination market. Luminus' high efficacy and high brightness LEDs are used by many of the world's biggest companies for general lighting, projection display, entertainment, ultraviolet curing, medical, portable, transportation and digital signage lighting applications. Luminus has more than 144 patents/patents pending worldwide, and its revolutionary Big Chip LED(TM) technology enables new markets for solid-state lighting. Headquarters and wafer fab manufacturing facilities are located near Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A. For more information, visit www.luminus.com

Philips' pricey LED bulb has impressive specs

Philips on Sunday will start selling an LED bulb that sets a new bar for performance--and price.
The company will release the Philips L Prize LED on Earth Day for a suggested price of $50. The general lighting bulb came out of the Department of Energy's L Prize competition to develop long-lasting, efficient, and less expensive LED lamps. Philips claims its L Prize LED is the most efficient 60-watt LED equivalent and it improves on features from Philips own existing LEDs.

Viper Networks in Testing With LED-O Products

Networks, Inc. has recently begun testing several of LEDs America's LED-O products on behalf of a group of potential clients based in the country of India. Upon successful confirmation of energy savings of 50% to 90% and zero maintenance requirements, along with no hazardous gases from LEDs America products, the Company expects to secure its first major order from India with an estimated value of $1.2 million (U.S. dollars).
As announced earlier this year, Viper Networks has 100% exclusivity for LEDs America's LED-O(R) products in India including sales and marketing export rights for the next 5 years, with multi-year renewals to be based on certain regional distribution benchmarks and annual sales growth achieved during the initial period.
Since Viper Networks has entered into a manufacturing joint venture with LEDs America of North America, the Company will be working diligently to help ramp up higher production levels, while instituting quality control measures for manufactured parts, streamlining assembly line efficiencies and establishing end line packaging and shipping options for worldwide delivery.
North American distribution venues are being reviewed, in addition to numerous export access points throughout India and multiple countries in the Middle East.

Sunovia's Aimed Optics LED Fixtures Receives DesignLight Consortium Certification

Sunovia Energy Technologies, a LED lighting company has received certification from DesignLight Consortium (DLC) for its EvoLucia LED cobra head and shoebox fixtures in the Outdoor Pole/Arm-Mounted Area and Roadway Luminaires category.
EvoLucia's LED cobra head and shoebox fixtures are designed with Sunovia's award winning Aimed Optics platform. This technology creates uniformity in light on the ground by directing the LEDs as opposed to its competitors that bend the light through a light-bar system. The certification from the DLC will open up additional opportunities for Sunovia's LED fixtures by allowing its customers and suppliers to receive incentives from state and utility energy programs.
The DLC was formed in an alliance with the Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships and the Lighting Research Center to provide a means for manufacturers to submit their product specifications and have them evaluated among various state and utility standards around the country. Currently, the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) ENERGY STAR program does not have a rating for LED products such as the cobra head or shoebox fixtures.

Korean Research Center Selects Veeco MOCVD System

LED-IT Fusion Technology Research Center (LIFTRC) of Korea recently selected the  Veeco TurboDisc K465i GaN Metal Organic Chemical Vapor Deposition (MOCVD) system for research and development of high brightness light emitting diodes (LEDs), including green LEDs and ultraviolet (UV) LEDs.
Dr. Ja-Soon Jang, Chief Director, LIFTRC, and Professor, Department of Electronic Engineering, at Yeungnam University commented, “Veeco’s K465i enables us to conduct research and development of next generation LED technology on a fully-automated, low cost of ownership platform. Veeco’s industry-leading position, localized support and technical expertise will help us achieve our goal of collaborating with local and worldwide LED manufacturers.”

New Cree XSP Series LED Street Lights Shatter Performance

Cree, Inc. announces a breakthrough innovation in street lighting with the introduction of the XSP Series LED Street Light – the most affordable and efficient Cree LED street light designed to speed payback to municipalities. Using nearly 50 percent less energy and designed to last over three times longer than wasteful, traditional high-pressure sodium street lighting, the XSP Series can double the lumens per dollar compared to previous generations of Cree LED street lights and is the ideal choice for cities and municipalities looking to save money and resources.
Breakthrough engineering improves optical efficiency 15 percent compared to previous generations of LED street lights and reduces the number of LEDs used by more than half without sacrificing application performance – fewer LEDs enable lower luminaire costs and faster payback for customers. NanoOptic Precision Delivery Grid optic technology efficiently delivers light to the street making communities appear cleaner and safer.
Based on Cree’s advanced LED technology, the new XSP Series was designed from the ground up to deliver incredible system efficiency of up to 100 lumens per watt and is designed to provide long L70 lifetime of more than 100,000 hours. The breakthrough street light delivers municipalities up to twice the lumens per dollar compared to previous generations and can pay for itself the first time a city avoids sending a crew and truck to replace a bulb.

Philips and Optogan sign up to cooperate in LED road lighting solutions in Russia

Royal Philips Electronics and Optogan, a leading Russian manufacturer of LED products today announced the signing of a joint venture agreement to become a strong player in the fast growing LED road lighting market in Russia. The new company will be 51% owned by Philips and 49% by Optogan. Financial details of the joint venture were not disclosed
The joint venture will combine Philips’ latest LED road lighting solutions and international quality standards with Optogan’s LED knowledge, innovative solutions and understanding of local market requirements in this field. Products developed and manufactured by the joint venture will be sold in the Russian Federation and within its customs union with Kazakhstan and Belarus.
The Philips-Optogan partnership will focus on developing a local LED industry, supporting the energy efficiency (EE) initiatives by the Russian Government. Switching to LED street and road lighting can reduce energy consumption by up to 80% and lead to significant savings in service and maintenance costs. The enhanced visibility created by the bright light can also contribute to an enhanced feeling of security and can help improve road safety.
Road lighting in Russia is an attractive market segment as it is anticipated to become one of the leading growth segments for LED. The Russian road lighting market is expected to double over the next four years to EUR 100 million by 2015.This growth is mainly driven by government energy efficiency programs for modernization of road lighting. It is expected that due to this also the share of LED will reach 50% as early as 2015.

Energy-efficient light sensors put in Denver Towers

Fourteen motion sensor lights will be installed in Centennial Towers (Denver), a project that will cost the university $14,919. The lights are meant to to save nearly $5,000 per year according to Director of Housing and Residential Education Christy Cerrone. The lights are part of an initiative by the ASCEND campaign at DU to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions. According to university energy manager Tom McGee, the light sensors will save 74 cents per kilowatt hour compared to energy being used before the sensors were installed. According to Cerrone, the project is expected to be “paid back” in benefits in just over three years.

Xeleum Announces High Efficiency LED Lighting Fixtures

Xeleum Lighting today announced the availability its XTR series of high efficiency LED light fixtures. These fixtures provide more evenly distributed natural light and years of maintenance free operation at less than half the energy cost of the fluorescent fixtures they are designed to replace.
Because of this energy cost savings, the incremental added cost of the LED fixture is typically paid within the initial year of operation. This is in addition to the very significant cost and maintenance savings of never again having to replace a fluorescent tube. With over 50,000 hours of life expectancy, and depending upon the actual operating conditions, the luminaire could be expected to provide superior lighting well into its second decade of operation.
The architecturally designed XTR luminaires, available as 1 ft X 4 ft, 2 ft X 2 ft and 2 ft X 4 ft fixtures, include three light engine cylinders made up of linear arrays of high efficacy LED chips which are fully tested in accordance with LM80 requirements. Superior photometric and thermal management engineering ensures the LEDs will always run at the cool temperatures necessary to achieve their rated long life potential while producing high quality natural light.
Additional features include diffusers which are specifically shaped to be thinner yet stronger and more efficient than simple flat diffusers and drivers with higher power factors (> 0.9). And unlike fluorescents, LED lighting products contain no mercury or other toxic materials, no glass, turn on instantly and are dimmable. With a low profile of only 1.8 inches, the XTR troffer will fit into even the tightest of spaces.

Shedding light on how to choose the best bulb

One of the brightest lights on the new bulb horizon is offered by LED technology. This acronym stands for Light Emitting Diode and it's much better than the transitional technology of compact fluorescent bulbs. LEDs offer the potential for much greater lifespan and lower energy consumption than anything else. That said, I use the word "potential" for a reason. The high price of LED bulbs has attracted hucksters to the market. Sooner or later, you'll be standing in a hardware store aisle, looking at two 100-watt LED light bulbs. One bulb costs $45, the other one $8. Which is the more economical choice?

Amerlux Introduces HORNET LED Multiple Recessed Downlights

Offering an architectural look and high performance with innovative energy efficient recessed downlighting, Amerlux introduces the new HORNET LED Trim and Trimless Multiple Recessed Downlights, using the latest in miniature low wattage LED technology for the commercial, retail, hospitality and institutional markets. HORNET Multiples deliver an unprecedented level of performance, architectural styling, and operating savings. Building on many years of experience of delivering task-specific, energy-efficient lighting solutions, Amerlux is committed to facilitating sustainable strategies recognized by organizations such as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and The U.S Green Building Council.
Simplifying the lighting plan, the new HORNET LED family now features Multiple downlight designs that combine the aiming flexibility of track with the look of recessed, maintaining a more consistent, inconspicuous aesthetic and more compelling experience for end-users.
"Hornet is revolutionizing the industry with a complete family of track and recessed fixtures that minimize energy consumption and costs while providing superb quality and design aesthetics," stated Frank P. Diassi, Chairman and Founder of Amerlux. "We are committed to driving innovation utilizing the latest LED technology for commercial, retail, hospitality and architectural lighting applications."
HORNET Multiple recessed adjustable accent fixtures are offered in five configurations: 1-light; 2-light; 3-light; and 4-light, which can be fully recessed or semi recessed heads that allow for higher aiming angles. Available with painted trim or trimless options for a cleaner looking ceiling, the inconspicuous cluster of accent lights allow for 30-degrees across, with a 45-degree tilt and a 360-plus degree rotation.
Each head is designed and engineered in a size that fits into the palm of your hand and precision engineered for optimal thermal and optical performance. A state-of-the-art 12-watt LED provides light output equivalent to 50-watt halogen lamp while using one-third the power. Life at 70% of initial lumen output is rated at 50,000 hours, which is more than 10-15 times longer than halogen providing for lower operating and maintenance costs with a great energy savings.
HORNET Recessed Multiples are designed with a clean painted trim that sits flush with the ceiling line, for minimal edge detail. A trimless fixture is also available with a perforated plaster ring that mounts to the aperture for the application of drywall compound which is applied directly to the plaster ring and feathered away for a clean installation look in the ceiling. High performance lighting applications are effectively achieved from above a smooth, uninterrupted surface, for a clean, unobtrusive aesthetic.
Amerlux uses micro-binned LEDs to minimize color variations from fixture to fixture. HORNET deploys a crisp light with a 3000K constant color temperature and up to a 90 CRI (color rendering index), but the fixtures are also available in 2700K, 3500K and 4000K temperature options at an 82 CRI. Clean consistent beams are delivered free of projected heat and UV/IR radiation, making them optimal for lighting color or heat sensitive merchandise. With full range dimmability and specialized optics, the luminaires are offered in White Texture, Black Texture and Silver Texture finishes are standard, but custom color options include over 200 durable powder coat painted finishes from the extensive Amerlux palette, to complement nearly any design scheme.
"Our Hornet Multiples offer designers the ultimate in energy efficient and high performance downlights," says Chuck Campagna, CEO and President of Amerlux. "A perfect complement to our new Hornet track luminaires, our Multiples deliver superior performance, ease of maintenance and versatility for a broad range of commercial applications."
HORNET fixtures are engineered with a die-cast lamp housing that is vented for optimal thermal management and conducive to high performance, precise optical alignment of the heads and reflectors for consistent performance from fixture to fixture.
The HORNET luminaires feature full range dimmability and Amerlux's specialized optics in a variety of beam spread distributions with soft edges, free of striations that can be adapted to a 15-degree spot to a 60-degree wide flood that can deliver up to 780 lumens.
Accessories include a Double Bezel, which accommodates up to two forms of media: a one-inch die cast aluminum Frontal Snoot; and a stamped steel painted optical matte black Cross Blade that sits in the snoot and receives up to two additional forms of media. Media cartridges include the Hexcel Louver, Spread Glass Lenses, Color Filters and Cross Blade for better glare control and cut-off for special effects.

Philips Lumileds Brings New Standards to Mid-Power LEDs for Illumination

Philips Lumileds today launched its first white, mid-power LED and in doing so has raised expectations for mid-power reliability, performance over time and temperature, and color maintenance. Intended for office and other distributed LED lighting solutions, Philips Lumileds uniquely specifies CCT, CRI, and R9 for each of its new mid-power emitters.
Philips Lumileds has utilized its vast know how, including proprietary phosphor technology, to create its first illumination mid-power LED. “We believe that many of the mid-power solutions being implemented today will see unplanned and unexpected color shift over time and we think the industry needs better LEDs,” said Philips.  Philips Lumileds other mid-power products include SuperFlux, SnapLED and SignalSure LEDs, which are the most widely used LEDs for automotive exterior lighting.

Siemens Osram light unit said to plan first China LED plant

Siemens AG (SIE), which is seeking to sell shares in its lighting subsidiary Osram this year, is drafting plans for its first production plant for light-emitting diodes in China, two people familiar with the project said. Osram has given the go-ahead for the project and is negotiating which parts of LEDs and related components it will produce in the country, said one of the people, who declined to be named as the plans haven’t yet been finalized.

Nuclear Measurements Solution Provider Chooses Noribachi LED Illumination

Noribachi, a leading innovator of smart energy LED and solar lighting products, announces the successful LED lighting retrofit of the CANBERRA U.S. corporate headquarters in Meriden, Connecticut.
CANBERRA is part of the multinational AREVA Group and a global leader in providing nuclear measurement systems. At the forefront of the nuclear industry, CANBERRA develops highly specialized radiation detection equipment, precision work that demands the most advanced technologies to support it. Working within the demanding confines of nuclear regulation, CANBERRA selected Noribachi for their highly efficient, quality LED lighting products.
CANBERRA's loading area originally contained a combination of sixteen 400W high bay and flood lamps. By switching the eight 400W high bays out for 300W custom designed Noribachi LED bulbs, CANBERRA was able to completely eliminate the need for the eight flood lights, totally removing the fixtures, and reducing the total power consumption by over 60% while improving light levels.
In addition to cutting the energy costs by more than half, Noribachi's LED retrofit solutions extend light source lifetime from 1.5 years to over 5 years. Significant light quality improvement is another noticeable benefit, prompting Mike Raicik, Manager of Capital Project and Energy Management at CANBERRA, to note, "The LEDs are so bright and clear people keep coming into the area to see if the loading dock door is open."
Prior to Noribachi's illumination upgrade, CANBERRA's facility had suffered a reduction in their parking lot light levels after moving from 400W to 250W HID bulbs to save on energy expenses. Noribachi was able to ameliorate this condition by retrofitting all 26 of the 250W HID bulbs with custom crafted Noribachi LED bulbs that draw only 100W while generating light output equivalent to the 400W bulbs that CANBERRA had previously used.
Noribachi's success in retrofitting CANBERRA's parking lot extended to the rest of the facility's outdoor areas as well. Weary walkway lights that had emitted a ghastly orange glow found new life with Noribachi LED WALLPACK.L fixtures which produce a much whiter, clearer light and require three-quarters less energy to operate. To top off the upgrade Noribachi also furnished 8 new LED bollard fixtures for CANBERRA's entrance, ensuring proper illumination is the first impression visitors have when coming to the facility.
Thanks to the Noribachi illumination upgrade CANBERRA's global headquarters will save over $15,000 annually on energy costs and will reduce their draw from the grid by more than 63,000 kilowatt hours per year. For comparison, the average American home uses approximately 11,500 kilowatt hours per year, meaning that CANBERRA's energy savings is equivalent to making 6 US homes totally grid-independent, contributing to a stronger, more efficient manufacturing facility and easing demand on the local electrical utility.

Pelican Introduces 3715 LED Flashlight

With first responder professionals in mind, Pelican Products has introduced the 3715 LED flashlight. This lightweight and tough lighting tool was designed for the worst case scenario.  Featuring the all new downcast lighting mode which incorporates 3 5mm LEDs (32 lumens) to safely light the way, the 3715 LED will help first responders find their way through dark and smoky situations.  When used in downcast only mode, it enables first responders to read/write documents and reports as well as converse without blinding fellow responders.  When combined with the light's next generation main LED, it generates up to 174 lumens.
Additionally, the 3715 LED offers four light modes -- high (174 lumens), low (95 lumens), downcast (32 lumens) and signaling (142 lumens). Powered by 4 AA batteries (sold separately), its run time is 4 hours, 45 minutes on high with 8 hours, 30 minutes on low, 10 hours on signaling and 31 hours in downcast mode.
Other first-responder-friendly features include a four-level battery life indicator (indicated by blue LEDs built into the switch), a tethered battery door so it won't be lost in the field, an IPX4 water resistance rating and a stainless steel mounting clip with split ring. Constructed of nearly indestructible polymer, this flashlight has been rated for a drop test of two meters. In addition it sports the advanced safety approval - Class I, Division 1, which allows for safe usage in some of the most dangerous environments.

LA LED Introduces High Mast LED Light

LA LED, Louisiana manufacturer of LED lighting systems, is pleased to introduce their new Knight High Mast Light. This LED high mast light is designed to illuminate large areas where light distribution of a similar 1000 - 1500w metal halide is designed. The Knight HM can be mounted on a wall with a universal bracket, or suspended from a ceiling using a ceiling mount for interior high bay replacements, or mounted to a pole using the included pole mount.
Robert Owens, President of LA LED, said in making the announcement, “This is a full range versatile lighting system, which means that you needn’t worry whether you have 100v or 277v, because it will work utilizing a UL certified power supply. The light uses a unique version of Cree XPG LEDs, enabling it to outperform many competitive systems. The LED life in the field is 22.83 years at 6 hours per day average.”