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Business News | Event News | GZ Int. Lighting Exhibition | Nov 04, 2020
Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition 2020 Closes, Celebrating 25 Year Anniversary
Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition 2020 Closes, Celebrating 25 Year Anniversary Concluding on 13 October, Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition reached a milestone of 25 years as a leading industry platform. From 96 exhibitors at its debut in 1996, to a total of 2,028 at this year's edition, the growth and achievements of the past quarter of a century are to be celebrated. Once again, the fair was held concurrently with Guangzhou Electrical Building Technology (GEBT) and together, the two fairs attracted over 140,000 visitors to the heart of China's manufacturing hub. As industry professionals gathered to showcase the latest lighting products and solutions, the show provided a platform to assist businesses to rebound, reconnect and regain momentum. Read more »
SSL | Components | Driver Modules | Nov 02, 2020
GlacialPower Launches LED Constant Voltage TRIAC Dimming Drivers for Low Voltage Areas
GlacialPower Launches LED Constant Voltage TRIAC Dimming Drivers for Low Voltage Areas GlacialPower, the power division of the LED technology manufacturer GlacialTech Inc, announces the new GP-CVP060N-12VL and GP-CVP075N-24VL LED constant voltage driver are suitable for low voltage areas. They are available in 12V DC output rated power of 60 W and 24V DC output rated power of 76.8 W. These drivers support TRIAC dimming function, and appropriate for LED strips and under-cabinet lights application in places such as restaurants, jewelry shop, home and theater. Read more »
SSL | Components | LEDs | IR-LEDs | Broadband-LEDs | Nov 02, 2020
New High Power Visible-NIR Broadband LED from OSA Opto
New High Power Visible-NIR Broadband LED from OSA Opto The nearby black body emission spectrum of halogen or incandescent lamps lead to a preferred usage in various measurement applications like spectroscopy and hyperspectral imaging. But this technology has lost its importance for visible light sources in general lighting due to their lower luminous efficiency and the availability attenuates continuously. The massive progress in LED technology enabled OSA opto light the development of broadband emitters based on short wavelength LED in combination with phosphors. Read more »
SSL | LEDs | White LEDs | Color LEDs | Architectural Lighting | Automotive | Oct 30, 2020
17% Flux Boost in Key Colors for LUXEON C and CZ Color Lines
17% Flux Boost in Key Colors for LUXEON C and CZ Color Lines Lumileds announced breakthrough flux delivery from the PC Amber, Lime and Royal Blue emitters in its LUXEON C and CZ Color Lines, the lighting industry's broadest lines of color LEDs. The incredible 17% leap in flux of PC Amber in LUXEON C LEDs supports more efficient, safer, and easier to design lighting for first-responder vehicles, tow trucks and construction vehicles Read more »
Research News | Environment | Health + Environment | Oct 30, 2020
Research Shows that Streetlights Contribute Less to Nighttime Light Emissions in Cities than Expected
Research Shows that Streetlights Contribute Less to Nighttime Light Emissions in Cities than Expected When satellites take pictures of Earth at night, how much of the light that they see comes from streetlights? A team of scientists from Germany, the USA, and Ireland have answered this question for the first time using the example of the U.S. city of Tucson, thanks to "smart city" lighting technology that allows cities to dim their lights. The result: only around 20 percent of the light in the satellite images of Tucson comes from streetlights. The study is published today in the journal "Lighting Research & Technology". Read more »
Featured | Components | LED Modules | Flexible Modules | Oct 28, 2020
LUXTECH Introduces LUXroll: Architectural-Grade Flex Family
LUXTECH Introduces LUXroll: Architectural-Grade Flex Family LUXroll by LUXTECH brings a new standard of architectural quality, versatility, and ease of use to the flexible LED module market. Every SKU has repeating sets of poke-in connectors in a familiar 20 mm PCB width so there is no need for soldering. LUXTECH LED modules are designed to be used in fixtures of any shape or size without sacrificing yield. Read more »
HCL | Systems + Applications | Luminaires | Health + Wellbeing | Medical | Oct 28, 2020
Axis Lighting Launches BalancedCare™ Product Lines and Brand
Axis Lighting Launches BalancedCare™ Product Lines and Brand BalancedCare by Axis Lighting is a new brand focusing on healthcare facility lighting, and features a comprehensive and complementary family of luminaires. Mindful of both style and function, and taking into account the latest LED chip design, BalancedCare luminaires are engineered to meet all of the requirements of today's complex healthcare environments. Designed for patient rooms, bathrooms, corridors, nurses' stations and common areas, these luminaires provide lighting for wellness without trade-offs. Read more »
Research News | HCL-Research | Special Applications | Medical | Health | Oct 23, 2020
LED Technology Shines the Light on Ovarian Cancer Treatment
LED Technology Shines the Light on Ovarian Cancer Treatment Scientists estimate that nearly 60% of all cancer patients do not respond effectively to chemotherapy treatments. Even worse – many of those same patients experience toxic and sometimes deadly side effects. Now, a Purdue University scientist and entrepreneur is working to use simple LED light to help determine if certain chemotherapy options will work for specific patients. Read more »
Research News | HCL-Research | Office Lighting | Oct 23, 2020
Research Project Combines Dynamic Daylight and Artificial Light for a New Quality of Light for Work Environments
Research Project Combines Dynamic Daylight and Artificial Light for a New Quality of Light for Work Environments A new approach to lighting design and technology is the focus of the Double Dynamic Lighting project conducted by the renowned Aalborg University in Copenhagen, supported and accompanied by several leading lighting companies. The research team led by Prof. Ellen Kathrine Hansen is exploring the combination of dynamic daylight and artificial light in a spatial context and opening up a new dimension for architects and lighting experts in supporting individual needs and different working requirements. Read more »
Horticulture | Components | LEDs | Color LEDs | Oct 23, 2020
Würth Elektronik's Power-Saving WL-SMTW: Colors for Feeding Plants
Würth Elektronik's Power-Saving WL-SMTW: Colors for Feeding Plants SMT mountable LEDs in a 2835 package extend Würth Elektronik extensive range of horticulture LEDs. The three WL-SMTW series LEDs emit light of the wavelengths 450 nm (Deep Blue), 660 nm (Hyper Red) and 730 nm (Far Red) – ideal for applications controlling plant growth through specific light mixtures. Besides vertical farming and lighting in greenhouses, thanks to their efficiency, small size and minimal heat generation the WL-SMTWs, combined with the manufacturer's other LEDs are also suitable for classic LED applications like displays and backlighting. Read more »
SSL | UV | UV-C | UV-Modules | Disinfection | Oct 23, 2020
Higher-Performance UV-C Solutions from Lumitronix Feature Nichia's New NCSU334B UVC LED
Higher-Performance UV-C Solutions from Lumitronix Feature Nichia's New NCSU334B UVC LED Following the successful introduction of the first UVC LED modules in August 2020, LED expert Lumitronix from Hechingen is expanding the existing concept of linear module solutions with three new, more powerful versions. These are as well mainly addressed to professional customers who are trained in handling UV-C radiation and can ensure a risk-free application. Read more »
SSL | Components | UV | UV-Modules | Curing | Oct 21, 2020
New DELOLUX 504 UV LED Lamp Speeds up Adhesive Curing
New DELOLUX 504 UV LED Lamp Speeds up Adhesive Curing DELO has introduced a new LED lamp for curing UV adhesives. The spot light source DELOLUX 504 features the latest generation of UV LEDs, achieving three times the intensity of the previous model. It was developed for high-speed production in the electronics and automotive industries that require small areas to be irradiated and equipment to be easily integrated into existing systems. Read more »
Business | Company News | Divestment | Oct 21, 2020
Cree to Sell LED Business to SMART Global Holdings, Inc. for up to $300 Million
Cree to Sell LED Business to SMART Global Holdings, Inc. for up to $300 Million Cree, Inc. today announced that the Company has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its LED Products business unit ("Cree LED") to SMART Global Holdings, Inc. for up to $300 million, including fixed upfront and deferred payments and contingent consideration. Upon closing, creates a pure-play global semiconductor powerhouse focused on providing disruptive technology solutions to high-growth segments including EV, 5G and industrial applications. Read more »
LpR Article | CIE | Measurement | Standardization | Quality | Oct 19, 2020
Discomfort Caused by Glare from Luminaires with a Non-Uniform Source Luminance
Discomfort Caused by Glare from Luminaires with a Non-Uniform Source Luminance Glare and the resulting discomfort are a persistent issue in lighting that became even bigger with the introduction with LEDs as a light source. While the UGR method is well established, it is sometimes heavily discussed if it is appropriate for SSL. The limitations of the UGR method need to be understood. Peter Thorns BSc(Hons), CEng, FCIBSE, FSLL, explains these limitations and consequently describes the research and how to apply correction measures. Read more »
Resources | LpR Article | Health + Wellbeing | Light Generation | Opinions | Oct 16, 2020
Adopting an LED More Suited to Circadian Entrainment
Adopting an LED More Suited to Circadian Entrainment Since the introduction of LED lights, a lot has been said about risks of blue light for ocular health on the one hand, and the opportunity of circadian entrainment, on the other hand. While a controversial discussion on the first topic is ongoing, the second topic is well accepted. To solve both issues, Bill Chan, President of LiteController Inc. proposes the application of 465-470nm pumped phosphor converted white LEDs with a content of 86% - 92% blue-turquoise light and 8% - 14% blue-violet light. In the article he concentrates on the second topic and proves the benefit of regulating the circadian entrainment more efficiently, maintaining a high typical efficacy of 150 lm/W and good color rendering of CRI 80+ ideally supporting the WELL Building Standard. Read more »
SSL | Systems + Applications | UV | UV-C | Disinfection | Oct 16, 2020
Energy Focus Launches Advanced UV-C Disinfection Product Portfolio Offering Airborne and Surface Disinfection Solutions
Energy Focus Launches Advanced UV-C Disinfection Product Portfolio Offering Airborne and Surface Disinfection Solutions Energy Focus, a leader in sustainable LED lighting and human-centric lighting ("HCL") technologies, today launches a portfolio of germicidal UV-C Disinfection ("UVCD") products, with advanced, patent-pending technologies designed to destroy 99.9+ percent* of various pathogens, including influenza and coronaviruses such as SARS and SARS-CoV-2, in the air or on surfaces to improve indoor hygiene and sanitation. Three initial products – nUVo™, abUV™, and mUVe™ -- complement each other to meet the needs of air and surface disinfection for commercial, industrial and residential indoor environments. The products are available for pre-order on the Company's e-commerce website, through its internal salesforce and distribution channel partners, and deliveries are expected to start during the first quarter of 2021. Read more »
Horticulture | Systems + Applications | Horticulture Luminaires | Oct 16, 2020
Fluence Launches VYPR 3x and VYPR DUO 3x2 Featuring Diversified PhysioSpec™ Spectra and Unique Design Flexibility
Fluence Launches VYPR 3x and VYPR DUO 3x2 Featuring Diversified PhysioSpec™ Spectra and Unique Design Flexibility Fluence by Osram (Fluence), a leading global provider of energy-efficient LED lighting solutions for commercial cannabis and agriculture production, today expanded its top light solutions and launched the VYPR 3x and VYPR DUO 3x2. The latest VYPR series additions feature Fluence's diversified PhysioSpec™ spectra and market-leading efficacies up to 3.7 µmol/J. Read more »
SSL | Materials | Optics + Opt. Materials | Resins | PMMA | Outdoor Applications | Oct 16, 2020
PLEXIGLAS® Optical HT Offers Enhanced Heat Deflection Temperature and Excellent Optical Properties
PLEXIGLAS® Optical HT Offers Enhanced Heat Deflection Temperature and Excellent Optical Properties With the new PLEXIGLAS® Optical HT, the Molding Compounds Business Unit of Röhm introduces a heat-resistant special molding compound providing the best possible optical quality, even at increased continuous service temperatures. With its balanced properties, it is the latest molding compound of Röhm's portfolio of branded polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA). PLEXIGLAS® Optical HT provides optical efficiency at the high standard of PLEXIGLAS® 8N, in combination with an increased heat deflection temperature similar to the PLEXIGLAS® Heatresist product family. In addition, the new special molding compound offers excellent weather resistance and durability which PLEXIGLAS® is known for. This new product provides innovative designers with advanced creative possibilities for automotive headlamps or luminaire components, which create a distinctive and vibrant appearance. Read more »
General News | Oct 15, 2020
LightingEurope Calls for Renovation of Lighting Installations
LightingEurope Calls for Renovation of Lighting Installations LightingEurope strongly supports the call in the EU Renovation Wave Initiative published today to scale up renovation rates across the European Union. This will not only guide the uptake of innovative lighting technologies and future investment but will also be key to helping Europe’s lighting industry – 80% of which are SMEs – to recover from the economic impact of the current pandemic. Read more »
Horticulture | Luminus Devices | Calculator | Simulation Tools | Oct 15, 2020
Luminus Introduces Online Horticulture Calculator
Luminus Introduces Online Horticulture Calculator Luminus Devices new horticulture calculator offers system engineers the opportunity to choose from over 30 of Luminus horticulture LEDs and create their own ‘recipe’ for specific luminaires and to save and output a complete LED bill of materials. System designers can select multiple LEDs and establish operating conditions, including current and junction temperature, and calculate for photosynthetic photon flux (PPF), optical power, and electrical power. Engineers can test virtually unlimited variations and immediately see spectral and performance data. Read more »
Automotive | Special Applications | Components | LED Drivers | Driver IC | Oct 14, 2020
Nexperia Launches Industry-First LED Drivers in DFN Package with Side-Wettable Flanks
Nexperia Launches Industry-First LED Drivers in DFN Package with Side-Wettable Flanks Nexperia, the expert in essential semiconductors, today announced a new range of LED drivers in the space-saving DFN2020D-6 (SOT1118D) package. This case style features side-wettable flanks (SWF) which facilitate the use of AOI (automated optical inspection), and improve reliability. This is the first time LED drivers have been available in this beneficial package. The new leadless devices join Nexperia's wide range of LED drivers in leaded packages offering equivalent performance yet reducing PCB space by up to 90% compared to SOT223. Read more »
SSL | Smart Lighting + IoT | Components | LED Modules | DALI | Bluetooth | Oct 14, 2020
Optoga's Latest Products Are Challenging the Lighting Industry with IoT
Optoga's Latest Products Are Challenging the Lighting Industry with IoT The lighting changes from just shining to being connected. Imagine if the lighting could be connected only when needed and not connected when there was no need, all in terms of cost and need. We have developed an LED Module that provides perfect light and is fully dimmable and when the luminaire manufacturers receive projects with Casambi, DALI or other ECO-Systems, they can directly integrate it into the luminaire. Read more »
Business News | Standardization | Zhaga | Connectors | Smart Lighting + IoT | Oct 09, 2020
Zhaga's Book 18 Takes the Next Step Forward
Zhaga's Book 18 Takes the Next Step Forward Zhaga is planning a 3rd edition of the popular Book 18 specification for outdoor luminaires, that will allow for architectures combining an ANSI C136.41 dimming receptacle with a Zhaga receptacle. Book 18 Ed. 3.0 will enable Zhaga-D4i certification of hybrid luminaires as well as control devices with an ANSI interface in addition to the certifications already offered by Book 18 Ed. 2.0. Read more »
Featured | Tools | Measurement | Test Equipment | Spectroradiometer | Oct 07, 2020
Versatile and Ultrafast – The New CAS 125 Series of Spectroradiometers for LED Production
Versatile and Ultrafast – The New CAS 125 Series of Spectroradiometers for LED Production Instrument Systems – a well-known manufacturer of light measurement technology – works closely with its customers in the field of LED production to develop modular and flexible components for quality inspection in mass production environments. For the new spectroradiometer CAS 125, Instrument Systems has therefore focused on production-related applications for LEDs in the spectral range between 200 and 1100 nm. Read more »
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