2024-11-25

MC to install 41,000 LED lights in Yamunanagar, Jagadhri

The MCYJ will spent Rs 17.12 crore to implement the LED light project. The Municipal Corporation, Yamunanagar-Jagadhri (MCYJ), will replace old sodium, compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) and tube lights with new 41,000 light-emitting diode (LED) lights in the twin cities of Yamunanagar and Jagadhri. The MCYJ will spend Rs 17.12 crore (Rs 1711.90 lakh) to implement the project. Tenders have been issued by the MCYJ for the project. The agency, which will be allotted this work, will have to complete the work of installing the LED in 18 months. ...
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2024-11-25

Bright Ideas: How LED Innovation is Powering a Greener, Smarter Future

In a world where sustainability is more than a buzzword, LED lighting technology is illuminating the path to greener, smarter, and more efficient solutions. Driven by innovations in electronics design, the LED industry is evolving to meet global demands for eco-friendly and energy-efficient lighting across sectors. In this feature, we delve into how advancements in LED technology and complete electronics design are creating groundbreaking possibilities, addressing key industry challenges, and leading the future of sustainable lighting. Rising to the Challenge: Energy Ef...
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2024-11-22

DH Lighting Enhancing Driver Experience with Innovative Lighting Solutions

In an exclusive interaction with Rajesh Rajgor at Automechanika Frankfurt 2024, Tom Chae, Executive Director of DH Lighting, shared in-depth insights on their cutting-edge contributions to automotive lighting. Leading with innovative smart ambient lighting technology, DH Lighting allows drivers to personalize their vehicle interiors by selecting lighting colors and patterns that dynamically adapt to driving conditions. “The market demands an adaptable in-car environment, not just to enhance mood but also to provide essential cues to the driver,” Tom explained...
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2024-11-21

NL: Cucumber lighting trials to start soon

Rijk Zwaan's High Tech Trial Centre (TCHT) enables the comprehensive collection of crop data. Recently, the company has started a new LED Cucumber trial to showcase the production potential under 327 µmol PAR Light. Marcel van Koppen, Crop Coordinator of Cucumber at Rijk Zwaan, elaborates on this trial and shares what other varieties can be seen at Rijk Zwaan's TCHT. Rijk Zwaan aims for higher yields with a new LED cucumber trial In this new LED cucumber trial, Rijk Zwaan planted the high-wire crop on 18 October at the TCHT. F...
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2024-11-20

New energy efficiency project lights the way for Kenya’s schools

Shelton Nyakundi, an 18-year-old student at the Menengai boarding school in Nakuru, Kenya, believes one simple thing could make the difference between the academic success and failure of many pupils: light.  Nyakundi says to save money, his school switches off its inefficient incandescent lights at 10 p.m. depriving students of valuable studying time. “Right now, lack of light is a limiting factor, both in the evenings and in the mornings,” says Nyakundi, who wants to work in healthcare when he graduates. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) C...
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2024-11-20

Tomato growers embrace full LED lighting

Illuminated tomato cultivation has largely switched to LED lighting. Certainly growing under Full LED has its challenges. That is why this winter a group of 27 growers and cultivation managers of tomato farms, will meet every four weeks to gain and exchange knowledge, shares Annelies Hooijmans on Kas als Energiebron. The lack of radiant heat under LED compared to the sun or SON-T is one of the reasons for the big differences in approach to cultivation. Furthermore, the options in the spectrum, plant power, and the choice of dimming give many options and therefore ...
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2024-11-15

Mumbai Central Depot Installs India’s First 2-Way LED Pit Lighting for Rail Maintenance

Mumbai Central Depot Installs India's First 2-Way LED Pit Lighting for Rail Maintenance Mumbai’s Western Railway (WR) has installed India’s first two-way switch-controlled LED lighting system at its Mumbai Central Coaching Depot, setting a benchmark in the railway sector for sustainable lighting. The new illumination system is designed with 120 LED pit lights (16W/48V each) and is controlled via two-way switches, allowing for segmented control across two circuits. This unique setup not only prevents energy wastage but also significantly e...
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2024-11-15

Lights, Camera, Action: Los Angeles Chargers Open In-House Content Studio in Latest Addition to The Bolt

The new state-of-the art studio at the Chargers' recently opened training facility and corporate headquarters – The Bolt – delivers a wide range of content creation opportunities for the team's in-stadium production unit, digital media team and outside media outlets alike. The Los Angeles Chargers today officially unveiled their state-of-the-art, in-house content studio at The Bolt – the team's El Segundo-based training facility and corporate headquarters that first opened its doors this past July. Located in the heart of Los Angeles's ...
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2024-11-14

CITY OF YONKERS INSTALLS NEW LED-ILLUMINATED PEDESTRIAN CROSSWALKS ACROSS CITY

In-Road Warning System (IRWL) Crosswalk at North Broadway in Yonkers Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano announced the installation of six new in-road solar LED crosswalks across the City. The new LaneLight In-Road Warning System (IRWL) lights up crosswalks as pedestrians cross the street using solar-powered flashing in-pavement LED and Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons. The City installed the first crosswalk at School 16 on North Broadway earlier this month. Yonkers is the first city in Westchester County to install these illuminated I...
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2024-11-14

Vertical farming and cultivation in a controlled environment

The Institute of Plant Production at the Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna (Pisa, Italy) has recently inaugurated a technology container to promote research and development in the field of vertical farming and indoor cultivation, with the aim of studying the response of horticultural crops to changes in their environment and cultivation conditions. The container for the indoor cultivation of plants This was made possible by the collaboration between C-Led and Greatit, who provided their innovative equipment as part of the Agritech project. A state-of-the-art facility has ...
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2024-11-14

Introducing the Droplit Umbrella with Built-in LED Lighting to Increase Safety and Functionality

Droplit - The new umbrella with built-in lights NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Introducing the Droplit LED umbrella. This is not an average umbrella – it’s a game-changer in outdoor gear, featuring a built-in LED lighting system that illuminates a large area to increase safety and visibility. Perfect for anyone who wants to stay dry while lighting up their path. Droplit is ideal for moms, dads, tech fans, college students, outdoor enthusiasts, dog owners, or anyone who braves the night or the rain. ...
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2024-11-14

Pepper production trials entering a fourth year

Signify and the University of British Columbia has announced that their pepper production trial is now entering its fourth year. This trial, which focuses on optimizing dynamic lighting conditions, has delivered insights into how pepper plants respond to artificial lighting throughout the year. As the trial enters its fourth year, its goal has become more holistic: to achieve a target production of over 40 kg/m² of peppers for a full-year cycle with a dynamic light recipe using GreenPower LED toplighting force 2.0 (TLF 2.0) with color control functionality and taking in...
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2024-11-14

EarthTronics Introduces High-Efficient, Color & Wattage Selectable LED Stairwell Light To Ensure Proper Illumination for Safety, Functionality and Ambiance

NORTON SHORES, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EarthTronics, dedicated to developing innovative energy-saving lighting products that provide a positive economic and environmental impact, introduces its 48-inch Color & Wattage Selectable LED Stairwell Light to ensure proper light levels and color temperatures for safely traversing the stairwells. The Color & Wattage Selectable LED Stairwell Light provides the flexibility of setting the color temperature at 3500K, 4000K or 5000K with an 80+ CRI at the point of installation. Offering 4200, 5...
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2024-11-14

Perth Concert Hall Successfully Completes LED Lighting Upgrade

UK – Perth Concert Hall has taken a significant step towards sustainability and modernisation with the completion of its ‘Lights-Up Perth Concert Hall’ project, which saw the replacement of its tungsten lighting system with an advanced LED set-up. Spearheaded by Stage Electrics, this upgrade marks a new era for the venue, enhancing both its environmental credentials and artistic capabilities. John Pike, head of technical services at Perth Theatre and Concert Hall, commented on the transformation, stating: “Not only was there a need to alig...
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2024-11-14

SmoothSkin Introduces Groundbreaking DuoLux Innovations in LED Red Light Therapy

NEW YORK, Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SmoothSkin, a global leader in advanced light technology, launches two transformative products that bring a new level of innovation to skincare: the DuoLux Collagen+ LED Face Mask and the DuoLux Mini LED Eye Patches. Available on SmoothSkin.com and Amazon.com, these cutting-edge devices offer a hands-free, at-home solution to achieving salon-level results through clinically proven LED red light therapy. SmoothSkin With over 40 years of expertise in light-based skincare and body care innovations, SmoothSkin...
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2024-11-12

Lightpanel Launches High-Performance LED Strip, Reaching 215 Lumens per Watt Efficiency

World's Brightest Light Guide Panel LED Strip SHELBY, NC, UNITED STATES, November 11, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Lightpanel is proud to announce the launch of its new, custom-designed, in-house manufactured LED strip for light guide panels – boasting an unprecedented 215 lumens per watt, setting a new industry standard in brightness and efficiency. With an impressive 30% increase in performance compared to the industry norm of 165 lumens per watt, these high-efficiency LED strips are the brightest available on the market. “By ...
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2024-11-06

Five Powys schools fitted with solar panels thanks to grant

The project is expected to save £42,000 in annual costs (Image: Powys County Council) Five Powys schools, each with a community centre, have been fitted with solar panels, batteries, LED lighting, and loft insulation. This initiative aims to make the establishments more sustainable. The work on the schools is expected to save around £42,000 in annual costs and reduce carbon emissions by an estimated 23 tonnes of CO2e. The schools benefiting from the scheme developed by Powys County Council's Property Design Services are Berriew County Primar...
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2024-11-06

Vertiberry picks Sollum for strawberries

Sustainable indoor farming group Vertiberry has announced that it has chosen Sollum’s LED lighting solution for its new facility in L’Assomption, Québec. Expected to be operational by the end of 2024, the indoor/TCEA facility will serve as a test bed for Vertiberry’s innovative growing methods, which include both strawberry propagation and production. Vertiberry said its decision to choose Sollum’s technology underscored its dedication to producing high-quality, pesticide-free strawberries year-round in a 100 per cent controlled environ...
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2024-11-05

Bali International Convention Centre Unveils Newly Refurbished Facilities

BALI, Indonesia, Nov. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bali International Convention Centre (BICC), managed by The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali and one of Bali's most prestigious convention and event venues, proudly announces the completion of extensive renovations, further positioning it as a leading choice for MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) in Bali. This latest refurbishment enhances BICC's standing as a key player in Bali's thriving MICE hotel and convention scene, offering an unrivaled blend of state-of-the-art...
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2024-10-30

"Students here also learn how smart LED lighting can be applied to cultivation"

In one of World Horti Center's greenhouses, four students from the Horti Technics & Management course are busy growing young strawberry plants. The LED lighting is turning the greenhouse 'pink', the plants are getting fruit and there are bumblebees are flying around. A collaboration between MBO Westland, Vertify, and RED Horticulture is investigating the effect of LED lighting on strawberry cultivation. RED Horticulture has equipped the test site at World Horti Center - where they are also based - with the latest lighting technology. RE...
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2024-10-30

ams OSRAM to launch its OSCONIQ® C 3030 LED: outdoor and stadium lighting for tomorrow’s world

The next generation of high-performance LEDs is now available: the OSCONIQ® C 3030 from ams OSRAM. Engineered for demanding outdoor and stadium lighting applications, this cutting-edge LED series combines exceptional intensity with thermal efficiency. Supporting drive currents of up to 3 A and a maximum power output of 9 W, the OSCONIQ® C 3030 delivers superior brightness and reliability in a compact, flat package — for high-intensity illumination with unmatched durability and performance. Applications Stadium and high-mast lighting Th...
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2024-10-28

Embracing the shift toward more eco-friendly plants

"This LED-lighting system will revolutionize the way we produce plants," says Merih Tesfamicael, Quality & Environmental Manager at Gartneriet PKM. Recently, this Danish nursery upgraded their greenhouse area with 73,000 m² and installed a new LED-lighting system. All with the goal to produce plants more sustainably and efficiently. We interviewed Tesfamicael to learn more about this system and how it fits in the company's efforts to reduce their carbon footprint. CO2 reduction efforts According to Tesfamicael, the company has long been f...
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2024-10-25

Signify reports third quarter sales of EUR 1.5 billion, operational profitability of 10.5% and a free cash flow of EUR 119 million

Third quarter 2024 Signify's installed base of connected light points increased to 139 million in Q3 24 On track for three Brighter Lives, Better World 2025 sustainability program commitments Sales of EUR 1,537 million; nominal sales decline of -6.8% and CSG of -5.2% LED-based sales represented 90% of total sales (Q3 23: 85%) Adj. EBITA margin of 10.5% (Q3 23: 10.7%) Net income of EUR 108 million (Q3 23: EUR 83 million) Free cash flow of EUR 119 million (Q3 23: EUR 152 million)   Eindhoven, the Netherla...
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2024-10-25

Rice grown in Xinjiang desert

(ECNS) -- In an agricultural industrial farm in Hotan, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, rice is thriving on three-tiered cultivation racks in a plant factory, thanks to vertical, multi-layered space utilization and soilless culture technology, which significantly boosts yield per unit area. It takes just two months from planting to harvest, much shorter than the typical 120-150-day growth cycle for rice in China. An agricultural industrial farm in Hotan, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. (Video screenshot) "We are growing the local Xindao-1 (new rice) va...
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2024-10-25

Nature's Miracle Holding Inc. Launches Wholly Owned Subsidiary, NM Rebate Inc. to Complement Core LED Lighting Segment

ONTARIO, Calif., Oct. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nature's Miracle Holding Inc. (NASDAQ: NMHI) ("Nature's Miracle" or the "Company"), a leader in vertical farming technology and infrastructure, today announced it has launched a wholly owned subsidiary, NM Rebate Inc., to facilitate the Company's energy rebate financing segment. Due to the Inflation Reduction Act, many utility companies offer rebates to commercial customers who upgrade to more energy efficient lighting, such as LED lights. These rebates can help offset ...
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2024-10-25

Lighting skin tones: Beyond basic illumination and blue

181 Congo Blue filter. Pic: Lee Filters Exploring the evolution of LED lighting in cinematography, from red light solutions to the challenges of achieving deep blue and ultraviolet effects for more natural skin tones. It’s easy to assume that the battle for really good lighting was pretty much over. The conversation is often about illuminating people, and people are mostly some variety of reddish-brown, so we’ve been mostly interested in making LEDs emit red light. Since the very first commercially available visible-light LEDs were red, it didn’t ta...
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2024-10-23

Remsons Holding Ltd. acquires 51 per cent stake of BEE lighting

Remsons Holding Ltd. acquired a 51 per cent stake in BEE Lighting. BEE Lighting was established in 2006 and is well known for its expertise in car headlights, rear lamps, and other interior and exterior lighting solutions. Focusing heavily on innovation, BEE has developed a devoted clientele and made significant strides in the automotive sector with its LED and ADB (Adaptive Driving Beam) systems. Through this agreement, Remsons will be able to offer a far wider selection of solutions for client needs and will benefit from BEE’s cutting edge design an...
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2024-10-23

Pack River Farm selects Sollum’s dynamic LED lighting for advanced tomato cultivation

Montréal, Québec, Canada, October 22, 2024 - Sollum Technologies is proud to announce that Pack River Farm, a certified organic vegetable and microgreen farm, chose Sollum’s state-of-the-art LED lighting solution to enhance its tomato, lettuce and microgreens production. Located in Northern Idaho, Pack River Farm shares with Sollum a deep commitment to sustainable farming practices and environmental stewardship. Pack River Farm distributes its organic produce to local restaurants, grocery stores, and directly to consumers, with a mission to sup...
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2024-10-23

Revolutionizing Lighting: Superior LED Technologies Unveils Industry's Most Efficient Lights, Setting a New Standard

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Oct. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Superior LED Technologies, the engineering leader in LED lighting technology, is proud to announce the launch and availability of its new Peak PRO line of full spectrum LED lighting technology for cannabis flower, which features the highest efficiency and performance of any other LED lights in the industry. This innovation sets a new standard for energy savings, sustainability and performance in cannabis LED grow lighting. “Two of the biggest challenges for growers and busines...
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2024-10-23

Garmin acquires Lumishore, a leader in marine LED lighting

OLATHE, Kan., Oct. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN) today announced it has acquired Lumishore, a privately-held company that designs and manufactures high-performance above and underwater LED lighting systems for boats. Garmin announced its acquisition of Lumishore, a privately-held company that designs and manufactures high-performance above and underwater LED lighting systems for boats. "Lumishore brings an exciting new product category that complements Garmin's existing marine portfolio and furthers our ability to provide sea...
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The prior blog titled “Nichia’s contribution to a realization of a mercury-free society” took a short break. However, there was a release about new LED-based water disinfection devices made by Miura Co., Ltd., a Japanese manu... READ MORE

Violumas aims to provide the best variety of high-performance UVA, UVB, and UVC LEDs, encapsulated with the highest quality fused silica optics. The wide selection of beam angles (30°, 60°, 90°, 120°, and 135°) allows Violu... READ MORE