Tuesday, 31 October 2023
Deako Lighting Announces Partnership with Top 100 Builder New Home Co. in Exclusive Two-Year Agreement
All New Home Co. homebuyers will move into homes with Deako lighting systems already embedded, allowing them to customize their lighting needs through its effortless plug-and-play light switches. Deako's innovative modular light switch system gives the power back to the homeowners, helping them save thousands of dollars by avoiding additional help from electricians for upgrades and switch swaps. New Home Co. homebuyers will have the opportunity to upgrade their light switches through available design programs at each community.
The partnership comes during a time of rapid growth for Deako, following launches with top builders such as American Legend Homes, LevelTX, and other distributors, including North Coast Electric. Deako's expansion highlights the continued consumer demand for smart home lighting options and streamlined technology offerings that are easy to use.
New Home Co. is committed to building homes that prioritize innovative technology, sustainability and wellness. The company's personalized designs are available across California, Arizona, Colorado, Oregon and Washington with plans to expand in additional markets. Due to its new partnership with Deako, New Home Co. homeowners can enhance their customization capabilities to their lighting plans while also ensuring maximized home security.
Airport Finishes LED Lighting Project
The airport expects to save approximately 50% on energy costs for lighting, thanks to the new bulbs.
The airport installed more than 500 LED lights throughout the gate areas, roadways, maintenance buildings and parking lots.
The lighting upgrade project began in 2022. The airport installed a brand of light called Luminaires, produced by the manufacturer Optec. The lights are expected to last approximately 10 years, according to the manufacturer.
Monday, 30 October 2023
Signify reports third quarter sales of EUR 1.6 billion, operational profitability of 10.7%
Signify is on track to reduce emissions across the entire value chain by 40% against the 2019 baseline - double the pace required by the Paris Agreement. This is driven by Signify's leadership in energy efficient and connected LED lighting solutions, which significantly reduce emissions during the use phase.
Circular revenues increased to 32%, hitting the 2025 target of 32%. The main contribution was from serviceable and upgradeable luminaires, with a strong performance from Cooper this quarter.
Brighter lives revenues increased to 31%, on track to reach the 2025 target of 32%. This was driven by a strong performance from tunable products that support well-being.
MEAN WELL Showcased the New XLN and XLC LED Drivers at Hong Kong International Lighting Fair 2023
This year, MEAN WELL is launching new lineups at the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair, showcasing the XLN series and the XLC series Compact Size LED Drivers . These products are expected to debut in November, offering new choices for digital lighting and smart lighting control.
MEAN WELL rolled out compact size LED drivers, the XLN and XLC series featuring double insulation and class II/2 design for indoor and commercial lighting.
DALI is a lighting-centric control system that makes lighting control easier. MEAN WELL’s XLN and XLC series have been optimized for the DALI-2 digital dimming function and safety regulations to align with market trends. The addition of the DALI-2 dimming function allows users to integrate MEAN WELL’s DLC-02 DALI digital lighting system.
MEAN WELL has also transformed its role from a power supply manufacturer into a lighting control solutions provider. As a provider of lighting system solutions, MEAN WELL proposed the latest DALI and KNX solutions for various applications and lighting control integration, such as color temperature, lighting scenes and group control. For example, by switching to MEAN WELL’s DLC-02 DALI lighting control system and integrating related DALI power supplies and peripheral DALI control switches, sensors, etc., and combining software settings for required scenarios or schedules, users can further save more than 20-30% of energy and enhance their experiences of lighting changes.
KNX is also a common lighting control system setting an international standard for open home and building automation control. The system can be used in homes and smart buildings to connect various home appliance control systems. It can also be integrated with the DALI system. MEAN WELL's KNX solution includes bus power supplies, actuators, KNX-compatible LED drivers, KNX-to-DALI gateways, and more.
Friday, 27 October 2023
City of Wabash converts nearly 800 streetlights to LEDs
The work was completed by Duke Energy and should result in significant energy and cost savings for the city, along with being safer for traffic.
'Making the switch to LED lights will allow us to cut down on our energy use while also reducing costs, allowing us to reallocate money to other taxpayer priorities,' said Wabash Mayor Scott Long.
Global smart street lighting market is expected to grow from $1.77 billion in 2022 to $2.12 billion in 2023
In the rapidly digitalizing landscape of the 21st century, the smart street lighting market is growing at a stunning pace, becoming a significant component of optimizing urban environments and infrastructure.
Smart street lighting represents a revolutionary approach to street illumination, incorporating advanced technology such as cameras, light-sensing photocells, and various sensors. These intelligent street lighting systems are deployed for general lighting purposes and have far-reaching applications, including monitoring traffic, parking areas, pedestrian crossings, seismic activities, and atmospheric changes.
The primary types of smart street lighting encompass light emitting diodes (LEDs), compact fluorescent lamps, incandescent lights, and other variants. LED technology, in particular, stands out as a semiconductor device capable of emitting light when an electric current passes through it.
These innovative lighting systems rely on diverse communication technologies, including Narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT), powerline communication, radio frequency, and others. They harness both conventional and renewable energy sources, such as solar power. These systems find applications in environmental monitoring, traffic optimization, and smart parking solutions, catering to commercial, residential, and industrial end-users.
The emergence of smart cities is a pivotal factor driving the growth of the smart street lighting market. Smart cities leverage information and communication technology (ICT) to enhance administrative efficiency, disseminate information to the public, and elevate the quality of public services and residents' well-being.
The installation of intelligent lighting contributes to increased citizen satisfaction with security and safety measures while delivering substantial energy savings and reduced maintenance costs for lighting systems. It allows cities to tailor their street lighting precisely to local conditions.
For instance, in October 2022, Saudi Arabia unveiled plans to construct a smart city called "Neom" in Tabuk Province, with an estimated cost of $500 billion, designed to incorporate smart city technologies and serve as a prominent tourism destination, particularly for "The Asian Winter Games 2029."
The smart street lighting market is also marked by a notable trend of product innovations. Leading companies within the market are actively developing innovative lighting solutions to strengthen their market presence. For example, in April 2021, LEDVANCE, a US-based company specializing in solar lighting systems, introduced the OSRAM NAV LED, a street lighting lamp designed as an alternative to traditional LED lights.
This innovation boasts a 52% reduction in energy consumption compared to conventional high-pressure sodium vapor lamps, a remarkable lifetime of up to 50,000 hours, and reduced maintenance costs. It offers ease of replacement, compatibility with conventional control gear, compensation capacitors, and ignitors, and supports additional dimming for energy conservation.
In February 2022, GE Current, a US-based LED lighting and digital networks company under Daintree, made an undisclosed acquisition of Hubbell Incorporated, a US-based manufacturer of smart street lighting. This strategic move is intended to enhance distribution capabilities and digital technologies, enabling more effective and responsive customer solutions.
Thursday, 26 October 2023
MSU researchers secure significant DOE grant to ‘unfold the mystery of enhanced brightness’ in LEDs
Mahesh K. Gangishetty, an MSU assistant professor with appointments in both the Department of Chemistry and the Department of Physics and Astronomy, leads the three-year grant in collaboration with co-principal investigator Neeraj Rai, an MSU professor of chemical engineering. The funding source is the DOE Office of Science’s Basic Energy Sciences program.
Lead halide perovskites are emerging hybrid materials for solid-state lighting—LEDs in display and lighting—applications, said Gangishetty.The presence of small impurity metal ions makes them brighter.
Rai said the global market for micro-LED display technology––found in cellphones and TV screens––is currently valued at several hundred million dollars and projected to grow to over $30 billion by 2030.
New ams OSRAM OSTAR LEDs bring vivid colors
The new OSTAR Projection Power LE xx P1MS/AS LEDs have a very close etendue match with the 0.33“ DLP imager. The LEDs are available in Blue, Amber, Deep Blue and Converted Green colors. When used in a typical four-channel configuration, these OSTAR® Projection Power LEDs produce an output of 880 lm on projector level. This is five percent brighter than the next best 0.33“ DLP-compatible LEDs available from competitors, according to internal ams OSRAM tests.
The OSTAR Projection Power LE xx P1MS/AS LEDs are supplied in a compact package with a footprint of just 6.8 mm x 7.6 mm. The package has a copper metal-core PCB with isolated solder pad, making thermal system design easier and reducing the cost of thermal components.
The excellent thermal performance of the OSTAR® Projection Power LE xx P1MS/AS also supports very high current density and brightness – 6.6 A/mm2 for the Blue, Deep Blue and Converted Green LEDs, and 4.5 A/mm2 for Amber.
In multi-channel configurations, the LEDs support serial connection with a low forward current, enabling the use of a simpler, lower-cost LED driver.
Wednesday, 25 October 2023
Silanna UV to Demo Innovative UV-C LED Water Quality Sensors at AQUATECH 2023
At AQUATECH, Silanna UV will showcase its SF1 series of Ultraviolet LEDs, which are ideal for water purity applications such as nitrate detection, organic compound detection, disinfection, and HPLC chromatography. Silanna UV is a pioneer in developing patented UV LED technology for shorter wavelengths, from 230nm to 265nm, including deep UV-C and far UV-C ranges.
The SF1 series achieves a peak wavelength under 235nm and a Full-Width-Half-Max (FWHM) peak of 10nm, which enables high sensitivity and accuracy for measuring low levels of dissolved nitrate and other contaminants in water. The SF1 series also offers a long lifetime of more than L50 >9,000hrs (>1 X 109) measurements, a low power consumption of less than 0.12W, and a compact and robust design.
Nitrate contamination in drinking water can be harmful to humans, according to the United States Environment Protection Agency, the Minnesota Department of Health, and other respected organizations. With increasingly strong regulations that demand nitrate limits as low as 10mg/L-N, the need for monitoring and controlling dissolved nitrate is now a priority in water supply.
In traditional Nitrate and Nitrite detection, broadband light generated by a lamp is passed through an expensive spectroscopic pathway to extract only the far UV-C wavelength needed for sensing applications. However, this is complex, wastes power, and may require environmentally-harmful materials.
In contrast, narrowband UV light under 240nm is perfect for this application. Silanna's SF1 series of LED UV-C emitters with peak wavelength under 235nm and a Full-Width-Half-Max (FWHM) of 10nm makes them an ideal candidate for a new generation of nitrate sensing devices.
Automotive Adaptive Front Lighting System Market to grow by USD 2.84 billion from 2022 to 2027
Europe is estimated to contribute 32% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period. Due to the high volume of car production, Germany, France, Italian, Spanish, and the UK are major market participants in Europe for Adaptive Front Lighting Systems. There are many global automobile manufacturers such as BMW, AUDI, and Daimler in Europe but also a number of luxury brands. As a result, the adoption of ADAS technology in Europe is one of the largest markets in the world.
Additionally, Europe's regulatory environment is a key factor in increasing the adoption of advanced safety systems in cars. Europe's New Car Assessment Programme, the NCAP voluntary testing organization that conducts crash tests and assesses appropriate means of transport, is also contributing to the introduction of advanced safety systems in new vehicles. Vehicles fitted with advanced driver assistance systems are given high marks by Euro NCAP. Hence, these factors are expected to drive market growth in the region during the forecast period.
Tuesday, 24 October 2023
Bulbs.com announces another Utility Rebate Partnership
Bulbs.com announces its newly approved distributor partnership with Consumers Energy in Michigan. Eligible Consumers Energy commercial customers can now receive instant rebates on a large assortment of LED lamps and fixtures when purchasing from Bulbs.com. A couple of items to note:
Consumers Energy commercial customers can now receive instant rebates on LED lamps and fixtures from Bulbs.com.
Bulbs.com is the first e-commerce distributor approved for this program, helping to make LED purchases easier for Consumers Energy commercial customers.
Instant rebates are available on an assortment of LED lamps and fixtures.
Consumers Energy customers could spend as little as $0 per LED lamp and take advantage of significant discounts on LED fixtures with instant rebates.
35North Studios Builds Virtual Production Stage with Planar LED Display Technology
At its 12-acre campus, 35North Studios operates out of a 225,000-square-footfacility that includes soundstages and editing suites, in addition to a recording studio, equipment rental house and production office space. With an eye on the trends shaping entertainment and production, 35North Studios executive leadership began paying close attention during the pandemic lockdowns when virtual production projects started to accelerate. They conducted extensive research and evaluations into virtual production methodologies and the technologies that enable them. Soon after, they committed to building their own LED volume.
35North Studios’s new 3,500-square-foot virtual production stage is powered by Unreal and features a cutting-edge array of Planar CarbonLight CLI-VX Series LED video walls with Brompton technology. These include:
A curved, 36-foot-wide by 13-foot-high (22x8) main LED video wall backdrop with a 1.9mm pixel pitch (CLI VX 1.9).
A movable 16-foot by 10-foot (10x6) LED ceiling with a 2.6mm pixel pitch (CLI VX 2.6).
Two movable LED side walls, each 10-feet-wide by 10-feet-high (6x6) with a 2.6mm pixel pitch (CLI VX 2.6).
35North Studios virtual production volume is also equipped with a motion capture tracking system from Planar’s sister company OptiTrack and ARRI cinema cameras. Additionally, 35North Studios custom built all of its rendering nodes and computer hardware systems.
Monday, 23 October 2023
GE Licensing, Current Lighting, Savant and Seoul Semiconductor Co., Ltd. Enter into Patent License Agreement
Thanks to this collaborative agreement, Seoul Semiconductor has emerged as the unique beneficiary of GEL's PFS patent portfolio for all applications, such as display, lighting, and automotive, among others.
The impact of this agreement in the emerging electric vehicle sector is anticipated to be especially critical, where the parties anticipate the benefits of in-vehicle displays and lighting containing PFS to significantly reduce power consumption.
Industrial Lighting Market size to increase by USD 3.01 billion from 2022 to 2027
The growing demand from the automotive sector drives the market growth. There is a significant growth in automotive lighting fuelled by the demand for exterior lighting, especially headlights.
The penetration of LED technology from high-end vehicles to mid-range and low-end vehicles is significantly contributing to the growth of the market. In addition, there is an increasing focus by industrial players on launching advanced LED lighting solutions and expanding their presence in the automotive industry. Hence, such factors are positively impacting the market, which, in turn, will drive the market growth during the forecast period.
The market share growth by technology segment is significant during the forecast period. There is an increasing adoption of LED technology across the globe as there is a high growth in the use of LED components and LED-based luminaires by end-users. Factors such as the decreasing cost and compatibility with the existing lighting fixtures are significantly fuelling the adoption of LEDs. For instance, there was a significant penetration of LEDs across Japan after the Fukushima nuclear disaster, resulting in a severe energy crisis in the country. Hence, such factors are expected to fuel the growth of this segment, which in turn will drive the market growth during the forecast period.
Friday, 20 October 2023
Grodan and Fluence LED Develop New Concept for Year-Round Strawberry Cultivation
In this demonstration trial, the strawberries’ growth, yield and quality will be evaluated. Both companies will work to redefine the best practices in the cultivation of high-tech everbearing strawberries.
Optimizing high-tech strawberry cultivation will have significant implications for both growers and consumers. Grodan, renowned for its growing media solutions, and Fluence, known as an innovator in LED horticultural lighting, have combined their expertise to explore the transformative possibilities for indoor strawberry cultivation. The opportunities for indoor year-round cultivation are significant, and both companies are looking to bring the benefits of year-round, fresh, high-quality strawberries to the growers and consumers.
The trial started in August, and the researchers from Wageningen University & Research will focus on the effect of EC management on the growth, yield and quality of the everbearer cultivar Favori. The partnership seeks to provide data-driven insights using the GroSens sensors of Grodan that will redefine the way strawberries are irrigated. The plants used in this trial are fresh tips, propagated in stone wool growing media at EC 2, 3 and 4 mS/cm indoors on an ebb flood system with targeted irrigation. The grow-out trial will determine the effect of young plant quality on final yield.
During the grow-out trial, various agronomic treatments will be investigated, including lighting, irrigation and climate management strategies. The results will give insights for the optimum cultivation conditions and yield. A number of events are planned to take place during 2023 and 2024 with the aim of transferring this knowledge towards growers and stakeholders in the industry.
Fluence and Grodan will post ongoing updates on this groundbreaking trial on their respective social media channels and corporate websites.
Olympia Lighting Introduces State-of-the-Art LED Stadium Light Fixtures
With a range of 300W to 800W and color-correlated temperatures (CCT) from 2,200K to 5,500K, Olympia's LED Stadium Light Fixtures offer high efficacy of up to 167 lm/W. They also come equipped with built-in 20KV/10KA surge protection, providing unparalleled safety and longevity.
The fixtures operate in a voltage range from 208VAC to 480VAC and have 0 to 10V dimmable integral controls, providing operators with greater control over their lighting system. They are also IP67-rated for damp and wet locations and offer several beam angles, including sharp flood 15° (SF), narrow flood 40° (NF), and medium flood 60° (MF).
Olympia Lighting's LED Stadium Light Fixtures are lightweight and easy to install, making them a preferred choice for both new installations and retrofit projects. With up to a 100,000-hour, 10-year warranty, customers can trust in the reliability and longevity of the product.
For more information on Olympia Lighting's LED Stadium Light Fixtures, please visit OlympiaLighting.com or email info@OlympiaLighting.com.
Thursday, 19 October 2023
Mojo Vision Closes New Series A Funding Round
The funding round is led by long-time investors New Enterprise Associates (NEA) and Khosla Ventures, and new investor Vanedge Capital, with participation from Shanda Grab Ventures, Dolby Family Ventures, Advantech Capital, Liberty Global Ventures, Drew Perkins, Fusion Fund, Open Field Capital and Knollwood Investment Fund. The final close comes six months after the company announced an initial Series A close of $22.4 million.
The funding comes on the heels of several company milestones including demonstrating the world's highest-density (14K ppi) true red micro-LED microdisplay and successful light-up of the first-ever 300mm blue GaN-on-Silicon micro-LED array wafer.
The micro-LED market is expected to see substantial growth, with estimates indicating 51.7 million units will be shipped by 2030. Mojo Vision developed proprietary High Performance Quantum Dot (HPQD) technology to engineer the world’s smallest and most efficient RGB pixels. The technology is expected to significantly improve performance of augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality (XR) advanced displays.
MICRO LED Redefines Limits, Sets New Standard for Picture Quality
Samsung Electronics unveiled a video detailing the inspiring journey behind the development of its groundbreaking MICRO LED technology, highlighting the meticulous quality and dedication behind the technology. Poised to define the next generation of display technology, MICRO LED is the culmination of Samsung’s state-of-the-art manufacturing excellence and decades of experience in the industry. As the name suggests, these displays utilize LEDs that are a mere 100㎛ in size, even slimmer than a strand of human hair. In particular, the size of the LEDs for MICRO LED is smaller than 50㎛, which is only 10% of typical LEDs for B2B products.
Wednesday, 18 October 2023
DJI Debuts Drone Light Show In Celebration Of The 43rd FAO World Food Day
At the inaugural light show, 1,000 drones resembling fireflies ascended and created a formation in the sky, showcasing the FAO and the theme of World Food Day. They transformed into water droplets, descending onto the lake surface and creating ripples. A mesmerizing display unfolded as a goddess of life, aided by a DJI Agras drone, sowed seeds and nurtured the earth. The result: a harmonious scene of greenery where humans and nature coexist.
Since 2012, DJI has expanded its Agriculture business to more than 100 countries and regions on six continents, benefiting hundreds of millions of agricultural practitioners.
248 leading scientists warn of Harmful Health Effects of Blue-Rich LED Light at Night
On October 10th, Blue Light Awareness Day, the Circadian Light Research Center announced the publication in Frontiers in Photonics of a consensus survey which confirms that human circadian clocks are highly sensitive to blue wavelengths, and insufficient daytime blue-rich light and excessive blue-rich light at night, leads to many health disorders.
Lead author Martin Moore-Ede, M.D., Ph.D., director of the Circadian Light Research Center and a former professor at Harvard Medical School, said, "Fewer than 0.5% of lights sold today protect circadian health by altering their blue content across day and night. People should purchase lights for evening and night use that do not contain blue light and use blue-enriched LEDs during daytime only."
Tuesday, 17 October 2023
UV-C LED Market Achieves Impressive 44.41% CAGR from 2022 to 2028
Consumers are increasingly seeking UV-C LED products that offer portability and ease of use on the go. Portable UV-C LED sanitizing wands, in particular, have garnered popularity for their ability to quickly disinfect personal items such as smartphones and keys. Technological advancements have played a pivotal role in driving the trend toward miniaturization.
Consumers are placing greater emphasis on safer and cleaner environments, particularly in public spaces, healthcare facilities, and hospitality settings. The demand for technologies that provide efficient and reliable disinfection solutions has surged, leading to the rising popularity of UV-C LED products. Industries such as healthcare, hospitality, transportation, and food processing have recognized the imperative need for robust disinfection measures to ensure the safety of their customers, employees, and products.
The UV-C LED market faces significant challenges concerning its limited wavelength range and low external quantum efficiency (EQE). This affects the technology's performance and versatility. UV-C LEDs predominantly emit light in a narrow wavelength range of approximately 260-280 nanometers, which is highly effective for germicidal applications. However, specialized applications, such as water purification or specific photochemical processes, may necessitate different wavelengths. The development of UV-C LEDs capable of emitting specific wavelengths outside the typical range is imperative to cater to diverse industry needs and broaden the scope of UV-C LED technology.
The global UV-C LED market encompasses four main types of mounting: surface mount, chip-on-board, through hole, and others. Surface mount commands the largest market share, driven by its compact size, energy efficiency, durability, cost-effectiveness, and health and safety considerations. Through-hole and other mounting types are expected to grow but may generate lower revenue compared to surface mount and chip-on-board during the forecast period.
The global UV-C LED market encompasses three primary application categories: water disinfection, surface disinfection, and air disinfection. Water disinfection is poised to witness a remarkable Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of over 43% during the forecast period, making it the largest segment. UV-C LEDs have displayed significant potential in water disinfection due to their ability to emit germicidal ultraviolet light at 254 nanometers (nm), effectively inactivating microorganisms. The air disinfection segment is anticipated to experience the highest CAGR, driven by technological advancements, shifting consumer behavior, technological integration, and health and safety concerns.
Govee Unveils a Festive Trio: Introducing Christmas String Lights, Permanent Outdoor Lights Pro, and Christmas Light Sets
Promising to bring dynamic and festive illumination to holiday celebrations, the Govee Christmas String Lights are the first holiday lights from the brand. Whether users intend to use them indoors on the Christmas tree or outdoors illuminating their house for all to see, the string lights are hassle-free and offer a guaranteed high-quality lighting experience.
Unlike traditional dotted bullet head beads Christmas string lights, Govee's Christmas String Lights use clear droplet-shaped beads that create crystal-clear illumination with fun effects that can shine on Christmas trees with colorful halos. With an extensive array of over 100 preset lighting effects from 16 million colors, users can easily switch from festive holiday decor to a simple white light effect to illuminate their home all year long. Adding to the ambiance, the Christmas String Lights also:
Interactive gaming fun with the Uni-IC Control (one light bead one IC control), meaning each individual LED bead can be independently controlled to offer greater freedom for DIY creativity. This allows for more dynamic lighting effects, and provides various gameplay options for interactive gaming modes, resulting in a higher level of playability.
Equipped with a built-in microphone that allows users to synchronize with their favorite holiday music.
Utilizes Govee DreamView to easily synchronize Govee Lights simultaneously, transforming the space into a mesmerizing canvas of light.
Can be easily installed as each set comes with a handy reel for convenient storage, ensuring the lights are always at the ready for the next celebration.
Developed using high-quality materials to withstand greater tension, ensuring durability.
IP65 waterproof and capable of operating at temperatures as low as -4°F, making them for not just indoor Christmas tree decoration but any space to add festival vide, like a patio, trees, gardens, or fences.
Controlled via the Govee Home App, which supports both Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity. Moreover, they are compatible with Google Home and Alexa, enabling voice-activated convenience.
The Govee Christmas String Lights are available on Amazon and Govee.com in the US, UK, and EU. The 33ft (10m) version retails for $59.99 while the 66ft (20m) is $89.99.
The Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights Pro is the industry's first cuttable permanent outdoor light and the brand's latest flagship outdoor lighting solution. An upgrade from Govee's Permanent Outdoor light, the Pro has more advanced technologies and has been optimized based on users feedback to the product. At 200 feet of length at $699.99, compared to other pricey Permanent Outdoor Lights ranging from $4,000 - $6,000, the Pro provides a premium lighting experience with unparalleled price advantage.
The Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights Pro have been upgraded with hardware that provides an easy and immersive lighting experience, including:
A new industrial-level IC that offers over-temperature protection and constant current characteristics, ensuring stable lighting performance regardless of regional voltage fluctuations.
A five-channel RGBWW control that allows for high grayscale dimming, offering finer light efficiency and smoother transitions.
A redesigned lens extends the lightwashing range while incorporating an anti-glare panel to prevent discomfort when looking directly at the light source.
Customized trimming and connecting to fit their house structure with cuttable, reconnectable, and extendable up to an impressive 200ft.
Two installation options, Screw Clips and VHB adhesive tape, which are compatible with a variety of materials and surfaces, including wood, fiber, cement, metal, and vinyl.
IP67 LED strip and adapter, V0 fire resistance, 50,000-hour lifespan, and high and low temperature resistance (-4℉ to 140℉).
Matter-supported to expand the smart ecosystem and offer seamless integration with other smart devices, from pairing security cameras with the Pro to using outdoor sensors for lighting control and creating one-touch synchronization between indoor and outdoor devices.
Thanks to the addition of six cool and warm white LEDs, the Permanent Outdoor Lights Pro delivers a balanced and accurate spectrum of cool and warm white lighting. This allows users to achieve the perfect ambiance for everyday use, ensuring versatility for both ambient lighting and security purposes throughout the year. Moreover, while connecting to security sensors, these lights enhance safety by illuminating areas covered by security cameras and serving as a robust deterrent against potential intruders.
The Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights will be available on October 16 via Amazon and Govee.com in the US, EU, and UK. The 100ft version will retail for $399.99, the 150ft for $549.99, and the 200ft for $699.99.
Monday, 16 October 2023
JBD Red MicroLEDs Microdisplay Brightness Surpass 1 Million Nits
Boosting red brightness has been the toughest challenge in MicroLEDs. Since its founding, JBD has focused on hybrid integrated semiconductor tech and insisted on AlGaInP for red LEDs. With the ideal bandgap for red, AlGaInP is the most mature material for high-performance red LEDs.
JBD's achievement on record high red MicroLED brightness is the result from multiple technique breakthroughs including advanced Epitaxial material growth technology, Non-radiative recombination suppression technology and Beam shaping technology.
The key to enhancing red MicroLED brightness is minimizing the size effect with next-gen ultra-thin AlGaInP epitaxy and excellent passivation technology. JBD's red MicroLED pixel pitch is only 4um while the emitter size is even<2um, facing high challenge on efficiency. The years of effort on improving epitaxy greatly reduced Effects of non-radiative recombination on the MicroLED surface, slowing down the efficiency degradation below 5um emitter size. Combined with excellent passivation with new materials and process, the finalized design further break through the size effect barrier and significantly boost internal quantum efficiency.
Advances in pixel optics also plays a key role in brightness engineering. The new structure not only increases light extraction efficiency through an enhanced transmission film system, but also further optimizes the microlens to remarkedly improve collimation and brightness. Altogether, JBD has achieved product-level million-nit panels under normal driving conditions.
JBD's red MicroLED performance has stayed ahead the whole industry with breakthroughs over years. Hitting 300,000 nits in 2021, 500,000 nits in 2022 and 750,000 nits in February 2023 of its red panels, JBD now enable mass production of its Hummingbird full-color optical engine with red brightness exceeding 1 million nits.
The red brightness milestone brings JBD's "Hummingbird" X-cube polychrome projector to a new level. With its ultra-compact 0.4 cc size, 1 g weight and 200 mW low power consumption, the Hummingbird has distinguished advantages for consumer AR displays. Coupled with 1 million nits blue and 5 million green display, the newest red display can boost the Hummingbird output flux from 3-4 lm to over 5 lm, reaching an ultra-high 12.5 lm/cc luminous efficiency.
The 1 million nits red breakthrough proves JBD's leadership in MicroLED industry and validates its AlGaInP red LED approach. JBD will push out its mass produced "Hummingbird" optical engines to boost consumer AR glasses market, More products based on the engine will launch soon.
Micro-LEDs: The Luminous Future of Immersive Displays
Apple's venture into mixed reality, albeit remarkable, is tethered to MicroOLED displays. These come with their baggage—like soaring costs, compromised brightness, and longevity concerns, shared Dr. Eddy Hsu, the co-founder of the influential Rayleigh Vision with over 20-year experience in Micro-LED displays.
The microdisplay research team, led by Professor Jr-Hau HE at City University of Hong Kong and its spin-off company Rayleigh Vision, has made significant advancements in Micro-LED technology to overcome the current limitations.
Their newly announced two-layer microdisplay array showing a disruptive stacking technology, to craft dual-layer units where each layer can modulate colors independently. The team's stacking approach has gained initial validation and is on track to cultivate an RGB full-color Micro-LED. This advancement is expected to quadruple pixel density by the end of 2023.
This product boasts high contrast, high brightness, wide color gamut, high efficiency, low power consumption, and long lifetime, making it suitable for a wide range of applications in entertainment, consumer electronics, and professional industries.
With hubs in California, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, it's Rayleigh Vision's approach to Micro-LEDs that has industry insiders talking. The team has launched several innovative products, such as the 0.55” full-color Micro-LED microdisplay and an impressive 0.38” Micro-LED microdisplay boasting a pixel density of 3780 ppi. Moreover, by achieving a technological feat in successfully cultivating 2.5 μm Micro-LED pixels and building a pixel array with a staggering density exceeding 10,000 ppi, Rayleigh Vision become one of the select teams in the market capable of harnessing this cutting-edge technology.
Friday, 13 October 2023
Dean E. Smith Center will show off its most significant lighting enhancements
Brand new game lights, spotlights, laser projection units and additional technological improvements will provide fans and players in the arena a better look at the game.
The game lights, which include 88 TLC LED lights installed by Musco, offer more even coverage across Roy Williams Court and more detailed color accuracy. The installation of 24 RGBW (red, green, blue and white) lights allow the Smith Center's technical directors to completely wash the building in Carolina Blue during specific moments such as pregame introductions, special presentations, timeouts and victory celebrations.
Dominant double victory for Philips bulbs in the UK’s number one annual headlamp bulb test by Auto Express
This adds further recognition to the numerous awards that Philips RacingVision GT200 has taken in various bulb tests across Europe, since its launch in 2020. The Philips product was the first bulb rated at up to +200% brightness compared to the industry standard. This raised the bar for halogen lighting at the time, and still, some three years later, Philips RacingVision GT200 is proving to be the benchmark that other halogen bulbs aim to match.
A high luminance filament and a unique coating on the glass are key factors in the Philips RacingVision GT200’s performance. Like all Philips bulbs, it is produced to extremely high standards, with precision welding and precise filament alignment, but the RacingVision GT200 also features Diamond Precision Quartz-glass technology, with its increased translucency for a brighter light on the road. This also helps protect the headlamp optic from UV damage and gives increased pressure and shock resistance properties.
Interestingly, this year – unlike previous years – where the runners-up have generally been awarded the much coveted “Recommended” status, Auto Express felt unable to give any such recognition to the other contenders. The technology behind the bulbs is all aimed at making them deliver a safer and more comfortable driving experience for drivers and other road users.
The “Best Buy” recommendation is the first such award for the Philips Xenon X-tremeVision gen2
The ”Best Buy” recommendation is the first such award for the Philips Xenon X-tremeVision gen2 and Lumileds is justifiably delighted. “Philips absolutely dominated this test, taking every one of our assessments – and by a substantial margin,” wrote Auto Express Product Editor, Kim Adams about the Xenon X-tremeVision Gen2. “Rivals struggled to get within 10 percent of the stellar [Philips] X-tremeVision.”
Philips Xenon X-tremeVision gen2 is made of high-quality anti-UV quartz glass and is able to withstand severe thermal shock. Engineered using Philips Xenon technology for ultimate performance, it offers the most powerful beam from the Philips xenon portfolio up to 150% more vision[1]. Philips X-tremeVision gen2 bulbs help drivers to spot
Thursday, 12 October 2023
Samsung Launches New All-In-One 130” LED Display
The all-inclusive solution is sold completely ready for install, including a built-in control box, wall brackets, speakers, and décor bezels. No extra equipment is required.
Although it includes extensive features such as multiple ports – three HDMI, one DP and two USB – Crestron/Cisco integration, SmartView +, Logitech Cam and EMI Class A Certification, the Display is engineered to last with minimal maintenance, decreased energy consumption and low operating costs.
Swedish car manufacturer relies on uniquely designed LED headlights from ZKW
The high-tech light adapts dynamically to the traffic and precisely blends out other road users. The system thus contributes to high safety for drivers, passers-by and animals. As a unique feature, the high-quality LED headlights can wink the daytime running lights shine in the hammer-shaped design typical of this Swedish brand. When switched to high beam, the daytime running light splits up and down to reveal the main headlamp.
The new SUV's headlights are an evolution of the distinctive headlight design that the brand first introduced on the second-generation XC90 in 2015. The LED light elements of the daytime running lights form the hammer-shaped design, with the head divided into six light segments, while the stem is formed by ten other elements. If you switch to main light, the hammer splits horizontally and the main headlight becomes visible. The movement not only serves to switch from daytime running light to main light, but also underscores the vehicle's start sequence with a "wink" of the headlights.
As the basis for the headlamp, ZKW uses a Segment Light light module that combines matrix high beam and low beam. The signal light system combines daytime running light, position light and indicator light in the particularly compact form of the striking design. The daytime running light, which is movable thanks to the innovative kinematics, gives the brand new SUV a unique appearance. When the vehicle is unlocked, the individual headlight elements flash one after the other before flipping open to reveal the high beam with a flashing effect. The smart headlight was developed at the ZKW site in Wieselburg, and is manufactured at ZKW in Silao/Mexico and Dalian/China.
Wednesday, 11 October 2023
Light Therapy Market to grow by USD 246.87 million from 2022 to 2027
In addition, the momentum of the market will progress at a CAGR of 4.72% during the forecast period, according to Technavio Research. The market has been segmented by end-user (commercial, domestic, and healthcare), type (blue light, red light, white light, and others), and geography (North America, Europe, Asia, and the Rest of the World (ROW)).
North America is estimated to contribute 43% to the growth of the global market during the forecast period.
The demand for light therapy is increasing due to the region's cold climate. States such as Alaska, North Dakota, and Minnesota in the US experience extremely cold weather, which increases the incidence of winter blues and SAD. Light therapy is chosen by both domestic and business customers for the purpose of avoiding these conditions.
Moreover, light therapy products, such as light therapy boxes, are often used by domestic end users as a substitute for sunlight. The growing use of light therapy products offers sellers the opportunity to increase sales. Demand for light therapy products also increases as people in developed countries, such as the US and Canada, gain more disposable income and purchasing power. Hence, these factors are expected to drive market growth in the region during the forecast period.
New Philips Ultinon Pro6000 Standard H7-LED Bulbs
Drivers wishing to legally upgrade their H7 headlight bulbs to LED can choose the Philips Ultinon Pro6000 Standard H7-LED. This new LED bulb, developed by Lumileds, offers high performance and durability at a pocket-friendly price and fits a wide range of vehicle models.
The Philips Ultinon Pro6000 Standard H7-LED bulb has undergone rigorous independent testing and complies with local road-traffic regulations in various European countries where road homologation is required[1], including Germany.
Each vehicle model is unique, and while most don’t need additional accessories when converting to retrofit LED bulbs, some do. The Philips Ultinon Pro6000 Standard H7-LED comes with several interchangeable Philips accessories. “We developed exclusive Philips 3-in-1 CANbus Adapters to ensure the best lighting experience possible,” said Emmanuelle Pierre-Elien.
Once fitted, Philips Ultinon Pro6000 Standard H7-LED stands out with remarkable brightness and accurate color rendition. Our bulb combines recognized LED technology with automotive components resulting in a stunning higher homogeneous brightness[2] of +220%. This guarantees clearer vision on the road. Its 5800K color spectrum enhances the view of the road and signs ahead, making it easier and faster to spot obstacles. The perfect, safe beam pattern illuminates the road ahead without dazzling other road users.
The Philips Ultinon Pro6000 Standard H7-LED has undergone extensive quality control to ensure its long-term durability and performance. Designed specifically to perform in real-world conditions, our bulb offers drivers four times the operating life of equivalent halogen bulbs, delivering a consistent and homogeneous light beam throughout its lifespan.
For peace of mind, the Philips Ultinon Pro6000 Standard H7-LED offers a two-year warrant. Our H7-LED bubs can be purchased via authorized Philips partners and retailers.
Tuesday, 10 October 2023
Smart Lighting Market size to grow by USD 17.20 billion from 2022 to 2027
The market is segmented by application (commercial, residential, public infrastructure, and others), component (hardware, software, and services), and geography (Europe, North America, APAC, South America, and Middle East and Africa).
The emergence of smart lighting is a key factor driving market growth. Smart lighting can optimize its use of power by controlling lights, heating, and air conditioning as well as remotely managing appliances. It reduces electricity consumption through the judicious timing of light activations. Various features, such as automatic room entry activation and color correction, are available in smart lighting networks. In addition, this system can respond to user commands on its own and can be programmed.
The adoption of LED is expected to save energy, as well as integrate with smart and Internet of Things technologies. Manufacturers regularly upgrade LED technology to match advances in IoT. Growing global interest in smart lighting is driving supplier partnerships and global ecosystems. Hence, these factors are expected to drive market growth during the forecast period.
Sollum starts 'groundbreaking research program''
This program, named S.E.A.R.C.H1, is designed to enable researchers and institutions to bring about breakthroughs in the knowledge and practice of horticultural lighting while using Sollum’s cutting-edge LED grow light solution. Sollum, in keeping with the unmatched capabilities of its technology in greenhouse lighting, aims to revolutionize the way plants are grown indoors by using its fully adaptable lighting solution to optimize growth, increase product quality and shelf life, contribute to pest management, promote resource efficiency, and an important factor in greenhouse operations, control costs, especially energy costs.
The program’s objective aligns with Sollum’s commitment to innovation and sustainability. By granting researchers access to a unique lighting solution, Sollum envisions a future where advancements in horticulture lighting contribute not only to increased crop yields but also the production of more efficient and sustainable agricultural practices.
As the research program takes root, Sollum anticipates groundbreaking research outcomes that will shape the trajectory of horticulture lighting. By nurturing theses collaborative relationships, Sollum is positioned to continue driving meaningful change within the horticultural industry, benefiting greenhouse growers thanks to the expertise of top-tier researchers.
Monday, 9 October 2023
U.S. residential lighting fixtures market is projected to reach approximately USD 4.04 billion by 2030
LED bulbs have gained significant favor among consumers, notably representing a substantial portion of retail light bulb sales in Connecticut and other New England states in 2019.
In Connecticut, LEDs comprised nearly 80% of reflector bulb sales in 2019 and accounted for a significant share of A-line, globe, and candelabra bulb sales. This trend was spurred by long-term efforts by market players involving incentives, marketing, and education.
The LED & OLED segment led the market in 2022 and is expected to maintain its dominance. A transition to LED bulbs is anticipated to result in substantial savings, with the U.S. Department of Energy estimating USD 265 billion in savings over two decades, along with a reduction in greenhouse emissions. LEDs offer advantages such as smaller size, reliability, and energy efficiency. Adoption rates vary based on household income and ownership status.
The pendants & chandeliers segment is poised for rapid growth during the forecast period. Pendants, often used in spaces like kitchens or dining rooms, are preferred for their practicality. Chandeliers, known for their elegant designs, are suited for areas with high ceilings, such as hallways and lobbies.
South Korea - LED Lighting Market size to increase by USD 1.87 billion during 2022-2027
One of the primary drivers of the expansion of the LED lighting market in South Korea is the increasing demand from the automotive sector. This growth is propelled by factors such as the rising production of automobiles and advancements in technology. LED lighting is experiencing notable adoption within the South Korean automotive industry, gradually displacing halogen lights due to their energy efficiency, lightweight nature, and space-saving qualities.
The residential segment is expected to experience substantial expansion during the forecast period. Notably, it outpaces other sectors like commercial, industrial, outdoor, and others in terms of growth within the South Korea LED market. This growth is primarily attributed to the rise in urban population, leading to an increased adoption of LED lighting. Furthermore, consumer emphasis on fashionable and customized lighting for home decor further contributes to the positive trajectory of this segment.
Friday, 6 October 2023
ams OSRAM to secure long-term stable financial base for structural growth
The comprehensive financing follows a multi-stage plan: A proposed rights issue in the amount of EUR 800 million will be combined with an issuance of senior unsecured notes in EUR and USD, which are expected to raise a total of around EUR 800 million. The volume of the capital increase, which is scheduled for approval at an Extraordinary Shareholders meeting on October 20th, 2023, is underwritten by the banks HSBC, Morgan Stanley and UBS.
The financing plan creates a solid base for the strategic realignment of ams OSRAM. The company is focusing its semiconductor portfolio on its profitable core business with intelligent sensor and emitter components. In doing so, the company aims to expand its leading position in the relevant automotive, industrial, and medical sectors. This will be complemented by selected, highly innovative offerings for the consumer electronics markets, such as micro-LED. The Automotive & Specialty Lamps segment continues to be an important part of the Group after its portfolio was cleaned up and is delivering sustainable double-digit adj. EBIT margins.
MagSafe Smart RGB Light Redefines Mobile Photography Lighting
With strong N52 magnets built-in, you can effortlessly snap the MagLight to the back of your phone and position it precisely where you need it for the best lighting. The MagLight offers soft and luminous lighting that provides ample details in your shots. It has a vast selection of 16 million adjustable colors that enable you to explore your creativity and capture stunning visuals.
The MagLight boasts 67 individually addressable RGB LEDs that output a max brightness of 680 lumens1. Its two-sided lighting zones can be used for both back and front camera shots. The device is also a 4000mAh power bank with a built-in 15W wireless charger1. Moonside is taking the versatility of its groundbreaking MagLight one step further with the introduction of two new add-on accessories: the MagFlip and the MagPod.
Thursday, 5 October 2023
Cape Hatteras Lighthouse getting LED lights
Stone & Lime Historic Restoration Services, Inc. will rehabilitate the interior and restore the exterior of the 155-year-old lighthouse, which is listed as a National Historic Landmark. Other work includes repainting the inside and outside, restoring missing architectural components, and installing non-corrosive metal on the lantern balcony.
Bulbs.com announces another Utility Rebate Partnership
Bulbs.com announces its newly approved distributor partnership with Jersey Central Power & Light in New Jersey, a FirstEnergy Company involved in the development and management of energy-related services. Eligible Jersey Central Power & Light commercial customers can now receive instant rebates on a large assortment of LED lamps and fixtures when purchasing from Bulbs.com. A couple of items to note:
Bulbs.com is currently an approved distributor in 20 states across the United States.
Bulbs.com has been an approved distributor with PSE&G in New Jersey since 2021, and has assisted more than 1,000 commercial locations in updating their buildings to energy efficient lighting while taking advantage of the incentives available to PSE&G customers. The new partnership with JCP&L will allow Bulbs.com to expand its reach to rebate-eligible businesses across the state of New Jersey.
Wednesday, 4 October 2023
Opportunities for Global Lighting Digital Service Market
Technological advancements, such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), have paved the way for the integration of smart lighting systems with intelligent control mechanisms in buildings.
This integration offers improved energy optimization and operational efficiency. Furthermore, the proliferation of smart city projects and a growing emphasis on smart infrastructure, including smart streetlighting, are driving the demand for connected and automated lighting services.
While the lighting digital services market holds promising growth prospects, it also faces challenges. High initial implementation costs and a lack of standardized protocols for interoperability are notable hurdles. Additionally, concerns related to data security and privacy in IoT-based lighting systems pose significant constraints to market expansion.
Several growth opportunities are identified that can accelerate the lighting digital services market. Smart streetlighting initiatives are anticipated to experience substantial growth as cities invest in energy-efficient lighting solutions to reduce costs and enhance public safety.
Global Energy Efficient Lighting Market to Reach $97.68 Billion by 2030
This comprehensive report on the global energy efficient lighting market offers insights into market sizing, forecasts, drivers, challenges, and the competitive landscape.
The adoption of energy efficient lighting solutions across various applications, including residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, is a major driver of market growth.
As the global focus on energy conservation intensifies, the demand for energy efficient lighting technologies is on the rise.