Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Finally … a fixture designed specifically for LEDs

As LED technology has evolved, the approach to fixture and optical design has not evolved to take full advantage of the properties of LED sources.

Hyperbola: A New Approach for a Directional Source
Traditional light sources produce light in all directions. To redirect the light down and out of a fixture, a parabolic
reflector is most efficient. However, due to the directional nature of LED sources, utilizing parabolic reflectors has
proven difficult in terms of minimizing glare and achieving a uniform beam spread.
Prompted by demand for low-glare, high efficiency LED luminaires, Indy engineers discovered that a hyperbolic
surface provides superior light distribution control for LED sources. The hyperbolic shape reflects and spreads light
similar to a convex lens, as opposed to focusing the light. And the geometry of the hyperbolic curve eliminates
source image in the reflector as any reflected light is directed down toward the work plane. By eliminating the need
to diffuse the light with a lens and redirecting it toward the work plane, the efficacy can increase up to 35% over
parabolic reflectors.
In addition, the hyperbolic surface blocks the light that would be incident on the lower portion of the reflector,
casting a shadow that dramatically reduces the aperture brightness. The hyperbolic reflector shape also reduces
the amount of light-source regression required for glare control by increasing the shielding angle, thereby
reducing the profile of the downlight housing.

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LED Commercial Downlights

Indy Designer Series LED luminaires already occupy the top tier of architectural-grade commercial lighting with their remote-phosphor technology and sophisticated optics.

Now, with the latest generation of Indy LED Commercial Downlights, we can offer commercial-grade quality and exceptional performance with never-before-possible affordability. Downlight or wall wash; new construction remodel or retrofit; 4", 6" or 8" housings … Indy LEDDownlights have you covered.

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Multi-Head LED Luminaires

Attractive, versatile and ultra-efficient
Quality, flexibility, and good looks have endeared Indy Multi-Head Luminaires to retailers, designers, and installers alike.
Now there’s yet another reason to love these fixtures … the energy and operational efficiencies of LED illumination.
Available in two distinctive designs – Multi-Spot® and Designer Cove™ – these fixtures feature one, two or three LED luminaire heads, each approximating the
output of up to 39W PAR30 Metal Halide or 50-watt MR16 halogen. Depending on color temperature specified, total fixture output can be as much as 6,000 lumens.
The luminaire heads are fully adjustable, making them ideal for accent or ambient lighting in a broad range of applications. And the fixtures are recessed into the ceiling for a clean, uncluttered appearance.

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Slope Ceiling Generation 3 LED Downlights…Now more efficient than ever

Juno’s Slope and Super Slope LED Downlights are the industry's first recessed LED luminaires designed specifically for slope
ceiling applications. And now, thanks to our new Generation 3 LED technology, they consume nearly one third less energy than
their predecessors.

Operating on as little as 15.4 watts, these 6", IC-rated luminaires are the industry’s most efficient choice for slope ceilings,
requiring only about half the energy of equivalent CFLs and only a fraction of the energy required by equivalent incandescents.
Slope and Super Slope LED Downlights produce a brilliant 900-lumens of high-quality light, ideal for the higher installation
heights typical of this application. The Standard Slope fixtures accommodate new construction, insulated or non-insulated
ceilings with 2/12 to 6/12 pitch (9° to 27°) … Super Slope accommodates 7/12 to 12/12 pitch (30° to 45°).
Both models feature advanced thermal-management technology that enables the LEDs to easily attain their
remarkable rated service life of 50,000 hours, producing at least 70% of their initial light output with
imperceptible changes in color.

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Generation 3 technology comes to Juno's TC 900 Lumen LED Downlights

Juno’s Generation 3 technology is now available in their 5" and 6", TC-rated, 900-lumen LED downlights, making them more energy
efficient than ever before. Operating on less than 18 watts, they consume 28% less energy than the previous generation … about 30%
more efficient than equivalent CFL fixtures. They also feature more sophisticated optics and improved dimming, now offering a standard
universal driver with 0-10V dimming or optional Lutron® Hi-Lume® dimming.

Generation 3, TC 900 Lumen LED downlights are designed for new construction, non-insulated applications and are ideal for
the higher ceilings found in many retail and commercial facilities. They feature a high-purity aluminum housing that provides
uninterrupted heat transfer that enables the LEDs to easily attain their long service life of 50,000 hours, producing at least
70% of their initial light output. The advanced LED array is concealed by a deeply regressed diffusing lens, producing
even aperture luminance and low glare. The standard optic provided with the fixture produces a wide flood distribution;
medium flood, narrow flood, or spot optics are optional.

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Juno Generation 3 Retrofi t LED Trim Modules

Thanks to our new Generation 3 LED technology, the Juno line of retrofi t LED products has expanded to include even more energy effi cient
options than ever before. In addition to 600-lumen downlight and eyeball trim modules, 900-lumen modules are now available and Juno’s
exclusive WarmDim™* feature has been added to the 600-lumen line, bringing all the warmth and ambiance of incandescent dimming to the
world of LED retrofi ts.

Juno Retrofi t LED Trim Modules are ultra-effi cient, requiring as little as 15% of the energy of incandescents and about half the energy of CFLs.
And with a rated service life of 50,000 hours, LEDs dramatically outlast any other light source. The Juno retrofi t trim module offers the
easiest way to upgrade existing recessed housings to ultra effi cient LED illumination with an all-in-one design that produces brilliant,
high-quality light in available color temperatures of 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, or 4100K; 83 CRI typical. WarmDim modules are 3000K at full
lumen output and dim to 2000K, emulating the warmth of incandescent dimming.

Juno Retrofit LED trim modules are compatible with Juno 6" medium base housings as well as other manufacturers’ housings. And
now with even more lumen and performance options available, updating your incandescent cans with the full featured Juno retrofi t
LED trims has never been easier!

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BROAN and NuTone Decorative Fan/Lights Pair Superior Performance with Style

Broan-NuTone® is providing the perfect solution for those who want superior ventilation without compromising style. Perfect for designers looking for a chic bathroom ventilation solution without the typical plastic fan grille, the full line of BROAN and NuTone Decorative Fan/Lights eliminate moisture and spice up the look of any bathroom, powder room, kitchen, laundry room or hallway.

According to the EPA, the key to mold control is moisture control. By installing a ventilation fan in the home, homeowners can help protect their investments from mold and mildew and improve indoor air quality. Broan-NuTone makes this easier by providing options that allow for moisture control but don’t compromise the décor of a room. The decorative fan/lights are offered in several models that feature classic and contemporary designs and come in a variety of popular finishes, including brushed nickel, oil-rubbed bronze, chrome and white.

For those who desire an energy-efficient option, BROAN and NuTone offer models that are ENERGY STAR® qualified (including the NuTone 773BNNT, pictured right). Featuring quiet operation, these decorative fan/lights are a great option for those who want to add quiet elegance and exceptional design to the bathroom.

Additional features of the BROAN and NuTone Decorative Fan/Lights include the following:

  • CFM offerings range from 70 to 110
  • Sound level offerings range from 0.7 to 3.5 Sones
  • 4- or 6-inch ducting
  • HVI Certified

Broan-NuTone Offers Widest Breadth of Bathroom Ventilation Products

With the addition of Recessed Fans with LED Lights, Broan-NuTone®, now offers the widest array of bathroom fan/light models on the market.

“We were the first to offer a Recessed Fan/Light, and now we have four distinct offerings in this series,” says Patrick Nielsen, marketing manager, ventilation fans, Broan-NuTone.

The company unveiled its first recessed model featuring incandescent lighting in 2004. Over the years, Broan-NuTone, the leader in residential ventilation, has continued to introduce models with industry-leading features.

Year Model
2004 Recessed Fan/Light
2005 ENERGY STAR® qualified Recessed Fan/Light
2010 Humidity-sensing ENERGY STAR qualified Recessed Fan/Light
2013 LED ENERGY STAR qualified Recessed Fan/Light

The bulb in the Broan-NuTone LED recessed fan/light will last at least 25,000 hours, compared with compact fluorescent (CFL) bulbs, which last 3,000 to 15,000 hours, and incandescent bulbs, which last about 1,000 hours.

The other main advantage of LEDs is that, unlike CFLs, they don’t contain mercury. When a CFL breaks, homeowners are exposed to high levels of dangerous vaporizing mercury. Mercury can also be damaging to the environment if it ends up in landfills.

A further benefit of LEDs is their ability to offer greater dimming capabilities when paired with the right dimmer. LEDs also turn on instantly.

In addition to the LED Recessed Fan/Light, more than 75 BROAN and NuTone ENERGY STAR qualified ventilation fans that meet green building codes are designed, engineered, manufactured and customer supported in the U.S.

Why Choose FOCUS for LED Landscape Lighting?

  • FOCUS’ proprietary LED technology is superior to other exterior LED lighting products because of our ability to match the warm white color of halogen bulbs and our consistent light output over a wide range of voltages.
  • With 4 different types of technologies; Retrofit, LED Modules, Flat Panel LEDS and LED Strips, FOCUS offers you more LED solutions than anyone else.
  • No special installation or wiring is required with FOCUS Plug & Play LEDS. It is as easy as changing the light bulb.
  • FOCUS LEDS are manufactured to our specification for a consistent color range of 2700K - 3000K.
  • We offer a complete line of LED products including fixtures, light sources and transformers.
  • FOCUS LEDS are designed to be used in outdoor environments in any climate as well as indoors.

Energy Efficient and Environmentally Friendly

  • Long Term Cost Savings - LEDS on average use 75% less energy than traditional incandescent or halogen bulbs.
  • Have More Fixtures and Use Less Power - FOCUS LED transformers are smaller so they use less power and are designed to allow for 4 to 5 times more fixtures per run.
  • FOCUS LEDS offer 40,000 to 50,000 hours average life compared to 2,000 hours for a regular halogen bulb. Not having to replace halogen light bulbs frequently will save you both time and money.
  • Environmentally Friendly - LEDS are mercury free.

Cooper Lighting's LED Innovation Center Receives LED Lighting Facts(R) Testing Laboratory Approval

Cooper Lighting, an industry leader committed to delivering innovative products and driving transformational technology in the lighting industry, announces its Photometric Laboratory, part of its LED Innovation Center, is recognized as a U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) LED Lighting Facts® approved testing laboratory partner. Notably, Cooper Lighting is listed with LM-79 accreditation, the industry standard procedure for photometric and electrical measurements for solid-state lighting products.

The DOE LED Lighting Facts program (lightingfacts.com) showcases LED products for general illumination from manufacturers who commit to testing products and reporting performance results according to industry standards. The program also provides information essential to evaluating products and identifying the best options. LED Lighting Facts testing laboratory approval is granted to partners that have submitted proof of accreditation by the National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP), a program administered by the National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) that provides an unbiased third-party evaluation to testing and calibration laboratories, or have been recognized by other accreditation bodies. Cooper Lighting has NVLAP accreditation (NVLAP Lab Code 200050-0) for solid-state lighting (SSL) test methods in Energy Efficient Lighting Products.

Cooper Lighting's LED Innovation Center, located in Peachtree City, is home to the research, design, validation and manufacturing of proprietary LED and other advanced lighting technologies.

The scope of Cooper Lighting's Lighting Facts approvals include:

  • IES LM-79 for total flux and color (required label metrics; LM-79 sections 9 and 12)
  • IES LM-79 for intensity distribution (optional metrics; LM-79 section 10)
  • In-situ Temperature Measurement Test (ISTMT)

Cooper Lighting LED Products Honored in Architectural Products Product Innovation Awards

Cooper Lighting, a leader at the forefront of transforming the lighting industry and setting an unmatched standard for innovation and reliability, is pleased to announce that three of its LED architectural products have been recognized for ingenuity in Architectural Products Product Innovation Awards (PIA) competition. For the second consecutive year, Cooper Lighting has the most product awards in the lighting/electrical category. This year's LED products include the IRiS P3LED Directional Series, io Lili Gen II Recessed Indirect Luminaires, and the Lumiere Eon Bollards. Cooper Lighting has received a total of nine company awards since the competition's inception last year.

The Architectural Products Product Innovation Awards (PIA) determine and honor innovation in the development and refinement of buildings-related products in 14 major product categories. The second annual competition was judged by a group of 50 independent experts in their field.

Developed for demanding commercial and residential applications, the IRiS P3LED 3-inch aperture LED recessed series combines the flexibility of interchangeable optics with energy savings, long life, and the sustainability of LED. The P3LED luminaire's unique design allows the light distribution to be modified during construction, or even years later, by changing out the optical elements (trims), which are available in downlight, accent, wall wash, and lens solutions. The series is currently available in 3000K correlated color temperature (CCT), 85 color rendering index (CRI) typical, and is designed to last with a five year, 50,000- hour warranty.

Designed to replace fluorescent 2' x 2' alternatives for general lighting applications, the io Lili Gen II family consists of two new patent pending light engines. These light engines combine state-of-the-art styling, superior thermal management, and the optical control required to indirectly illuminate a beautifully contoured reflector. Multiple design awards have validated that the Lili Gen II Series is a style statement that delivers code required illumination levels without the excessive brightness seen with other LED troffers. Lili is perfect for healthcare environments where discomfort glare is unwanted by patients but a 50,000-hour sustainable lighting solution is needed. Lili is also perfect for offices and conference rooms where energy-efficient lighting solutions are desired but reflections on computer screens and handheld electronic devices are not.

The sleek family of Lumiere LED Eon Bollards includes the single head Eon 303-B1 and the 303-B2 with two opposing heads. These LED bollards' outstanding optical performance originates from the patented AccuLED Optics™ and results in spacings up to 24 feet apart in some configurations. The patented Lumiere LumaLevel™ leveling system provides quick installation, easy adjustment, secure mounting, and protection from vibration.