Wireless Lighting Controls for Commercial Buildings, Explained
Did you know that the lighting manufacturer industry reached $1.7 billion in 2022? Commercial-connected lighting systems have long promised to give facility managers cutting-edge lighting controls. These controls result in significant energy savings. They also help improve occupant experience, unlocking the full value of a building. Lighting infrastructure creates a platform for enhanced building services. Are you interested…
What is a DLC 5.1 Listing?
If you’re in the lighting industry in any capacity, you may be confused about the new DLC rules that started July 1, 2022, for all lighting manufacturers. If you are planning on buying any new lighting products, they may be subject to these changes, so you need to understand them thoroughly. So what exactly is DLC lighting…
News: LITELUME & Autani Team Up to Deliver Smart Building Controls!
In a world of always-on smart technologies, commercial properties are no exception to the opportunity of improving efficiencies and saving money through the implementation of innovative smart lighting technologies. With these smart lighting solutions now available, LITELUME, a leading, US-based manufacturer of LED lighting solutions, has partnered up with Autani to expand its smart building…
LED Lighting Controls For Commercial and Industrial Projects
Designing any commercial or industrial building means you’re in charge of a lot of different design elements. It’s up to you to consider the functionality of the space throughout the entire design plan. From the materials you use to the lighting fixtures installed, every detail is critical. To truly optimize an industrial facility, warehouse, or other commercial…
Why Smart Building Controls Are Smart for Business
As a society, we are getting deeper and deeper into the age of “smart” technologies. It’s reported that 85% of Americans own two or more smart devices. However, these smart building controls are even more meaningful when used in a business setting. Here, they have the potential to cut costs while improving public perception. So, how does…
Your Guide to UL Listed Lights: What They Are & Why They Matter
Whenever consumers buy a product, they like to see a certain logo or seal of approval that shows that the product has passed rigorous testing and meets high standards. However, many people don’t know what these logos and seals actually mean, and many brands aren’t even sure if they need the certifications, as the process can…
How the DOE’s New Lighting Standards Will Affect Utility Programs
In April 2022, the United States Department of Energy (DOE) implemented two new rules that regulate and standardize light bulbs. In DOE parlance, light bulbs are called “general service lamps,” or GSLs. The new rules have been praised as a step towards a greener future. Environmental non-profits celebrated how the new standards are projected to cut…
What Are Bluetooth Mesh Lighting Networks?
LEDs (light emitting diodes) have increasingly become one of the most popular lighting solutions. Data compiled in recent years demonstrates that these lights are more efficient than their traditional fluorescent counterparts. Light-emitting diodes come in all shapes and sizes, with seemingly everyone now having a bulb or two in their home. Many companies hope to increase the…
California Energy Commission: Title 20 and Title 24 JA8 Explained
Your client comes in with a story. She wanted to wear her new black pants but picked dark brown or even navy instead? You are not the only one. Bad retail lighting can make anyone think they are color-blind; hence CRI is so important. You want us to backtrack a bit, right? We will. In…
What are Power and CCT Adjustable Area Light Fixtures & How do They Work?
Outdoor area lights have increased in popularity and usage in the past two decades. Their purpose is to help illuminate broad areas where people will spend time, such as the backyard. They provide you, your family, and your friends with a more enjoyable outdoor experience at night or during the day. If you’re a homeowner,…
Emergency Lighting and UL 924: A Closer Look
In 2015, there were approximately 3,500 power outages reported in the United States. Most of these are caused by storms or fires. These power outages are why emergency lighting is so important. But what is emergency lighting? How do you choose the right emergency light for your building? Where can you purchase an LED emergency light? The…
What Are Area Lights and Where Are They Used?
Lighting designer Thomas Farin talks about the importance of light to the design process, saying “Light is the first element of design; without it, there is no color, form, or texture.” Lighting controls not just what we see but how we see it. It can make a space seem intimate, mellow, exciting, or energizing. It lets you shape your space in…
LED Stadium and Sports Lights Buyer’s Guide
Did you know that the United States has more sports stadiums than any other country in the world? Sports are a big part of American culture, with sports ranging from basketball to soccer and countless others in between. If the game you’re playing isn’t lit properly, then the players are at risk of injury. Additionally, fans will have trouble…
The LED Flood Lights Buying Guide for 2022
There is increasing consumer demand for energy-efficient lighting systems around the world. This demand is driving the popularity of LED lighting indoors and out. Traditional outdoor lighting systems are seen as outdated, inefficient, and pricey, so people are turning to LED flood lights. These are fast becoming everyone’s choice in outdoor lighting for various reasons. If you’re a…
What Are Wall Pack Lights and Where Are They Used?
By 2024 the LED lighting market is estimated to be worth roughly $112 billion. With such a rapidly growing market, how efficient are exterior lights? Many people are unfamiliar with the term ‘wall pack lights‘ and some people have never heard of them before. If you haven’t then don’t worry because in a moment we’re going to cover…
How To Install an Exit Sign: A Guide
Is your corporate building prepared in the event of an emergency? Do your tenants and employees know where to go when they need to evacuate the building? It’s vitally important to install an emergency exit sign to point them in the right direction. You might be surprised to learn that there are two different kinds…
A Complete Buyer’s Guide to Exit Sign Lighting
A majority of buildings today use incandescent or fluorescent exit sign lighting. Incandescent signs consume a whopping 40 watts and Fluorescent lights a sizeable 16 watts. This is more than some common household appliances such as refrigerators, printers, laptops, and mid-sized TVs. As you can see, these exit sign lights are energy demanding and this, in turn,…
What is Emergency Lighting? A Complete Guide for Commercial Lighting
It’s clear that climate change has reached a point where it can affect people’s daily lives. It has affected society by the increasing number of power outages from coast to coast. In fact, emergency lighting has become a critical safety feature for many. The power outages from increasingly severe winters and summer storms mean it may be…
Commercial Guide to Workplace Lighting Standards
How does it feel working in dim spaces? Too bright lights can also discomfort your eyes and affect your health. How well is your workplace lit? How bright are the bulbs and what light fixtures do you use? The U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration has set lighting standards to guide you. Setting an…
What Are Bulkhead Lights? Bulkhead Lighting Explained
Nautical trends are hot right now in home decor. It’s time to give your home or work a refresher but new furniture or a major renovation is expensive. Try changing up your light fixtures for an easy and stylish update. New lighting creates a fresh, appealing look in any indoor or outdoor space. And, adding…
Vapor Tight vs. Watertight LED Light Fixtures
When you’re trying to choose the best LED lighting for a factory or other commercial property, the differences between watertight and vapor-tight lights need to be carefully considered. On the surface, the two may appear very similar, but we thought it would be useful to do a comparative overview to help you make the best…
What Is an LED Exit Emergency Light Combo Light Fixture?
You’ve seen them so often that you probably don’t notice them. After all, what are the chances you’ll ever need to see them? And yet, exit signs play a vital role for all sorts of buildings. Although we rarely think about it, emergencies can strike at any moment. In those situations, you must know how to exit…
5 Most Common New Home Construction Light Fixtures
Building a new home comes with a myriad of decisions. You may be forgetting one of the most critical parts of a new home: the lighting! Whether you’re building for yourself or to wow a potential home buyer, a well-crafted lighting plan can go a long way in making your home shine. New Home Construction:…
9 Reasons Why Electricians and General Contractors Prefer LED Lighting
Next time you’re at a bar, the conversation may turn to what your witty, conversational partner does for a living. You may discover that they are an electrician or contractor. How delightful! You can finally ask them the question burning on your lips: do you prefer LED lighting products? But don’t worry, if you never…
LITELUME Product Highlight: LED Ceiling Light Fixtures
The right ceiling light completes every room. LITELUME is proud to launch an all-new LED ceiling light fixtures portfolio as an addition to an already impressive range of products. With over 25 years of experience in the LED lighting industry, this product range expansion helps LITELUME continue striving for innovation while producing the highest quality…
Edge-Lit vs Backlit Flat Panel Lights – What are the Differences?
LCDs need to be supported by additional lights because they don’t produce their light. To create this light, you can either use edge-lit LEDs or backlit LEDs. The primary difference between edge-lit and backlit LEDs is in the lighting is arranged. The light sources of Edge-lit displays are placed on a diffuser (usually thin) behind the LCD to…
7 Advantages of Upgrading to LED Stadium Lights
When deciding which kind of lighting you want for your stadium, there are a lot of choices. Older styles of lighting, including sodium-based and halogen-based lights, dominated the market for decades. Modern lighting solutions, however, are growing in popularity and present many advantages. There are a lot of variables to consider when planning for your…
Different Types of High Bay Lights – Round, LED, HPS, MH and More
Who knew lighting up any new space is a such challenging task! After all we can’t apply the same type of lighting solutions to both homes and commercial spaces, right? One has to consider many different criteria while selecting lighting solutions. The size of the place, the height of the ceilings, the required characteristics of…
Measuring Light in Foot-Candles, Lumens and LUX
How do you ascertain the illumination level needed for various applications to achieve optimal light and safety as well as visual comfort? Our end-users often buy our light bulbs according to their watt consumption without knowing the amount of light they project. How do we measure light? In the lighting industry, we often speak of…
How to Determine the Amount of Light a Room Requires
Brightening an indoor space is a matter of personal preference. Some people may prefer brighter light, while others may choose a dimmer light. Several factors determine how much light you need in your room. Most of us use beauty as the primary reason for lighting in our rooms, but being practical implies that beauty isn’t…
Old to New – Retrofitting Light Fixtures to LED
Retro-fitting technologies have provided end users with an ability to update their lighting in a predictable manner. When it comes to high-quality wattage lumen for standard outdoor, post-top lights, warehouse high bay, commercial and industrial lighting, metal halide has long been in use for decades. But recently, as new technologies emerge, LED invention is fast…
Flat Panel Lighting – Commercial Applications
Want to increase and upgrade your company’s lighting? Light an office, retail room, cellar, or garage? Save some money? Save some money? Remove these luminous substances? Then you do not need to search any farther than flat LED panels since, because of their longevities, costs savings, superior appearance, they are a fantastic alternative for your…
Getting Started with LED Retrofit Lighting Kits
Retrofitting is the process of enhancing old technology or features of an already laid downlighting system to increase efficiency and operation while saving money. In this article, we’ll layout some of the most frequently asked questions we receive from our commercial and residentially-focused customers. What is an LED retrofit kit? A retrofit kit is a…
High Bay vs Low Bay Light Fixtures: What’s the Difference?
Commercial lighting is a growing market worth over $8.2 billion. Large commercial buildings, warehouses, industrial plants and their high ceilings require a specialized lighting setup to provide enough illumination. This sparks the following common question: High Bay vs Low Bay Light Fixtures: What’s the Difference? LED lights are now the preferred alternative to fluorescent lamps, but they…
Retrofitting Light Fixtures with LED Technology
When changing to energy-efficient lighting, many individuals have two key questions: Can it maintain its present fittings, or do I need to substitute an LED lighting system for all of its current lighting devices? How should they transition to lighting technology? Let’s dive into the pros and cons of indoor retrofit, or outdoor retrofit light…
Energy Efficient Lighting for Commercial Buildings
If you’re the kind of person who installs LEDs and other forms of energy-efficient lighting wherever possible in your home, you may be missing a trick by not doing the same in your commercial building. It’s an easy mistake to make, but it could be costly based on how many more light fixtures you find…
How to Install New Landscape Lighting
Arguably, the top priority on almost every homeowner’s mind is increasing the beauty of our home’s architectural style, and ultimately, its curb appeal. We want to get both the interiors and exteriors glowing the gardens, yards, and the overall outdoor environment, all looking great. One of the ways to achieve this is getting your lighting…
Lighting Airports and Runways with (Orange) Amber Lighting
Airport lighting plays a critical role in how well the airport functions. LED lighting can save money, improve safety, and make using the airport more pleasant. Analysts expect the commercial airport lighting market to grow by 4.3% over the next five years. Is it time for a new lighting solution? When you’re looking for new or replacement…
How to Choose the Best Grow Light for Indoor Plants
Did you recently discover your green thumb? Are you looking to grow some indoor plants? The ongoing pandemic forced people to discover new things to do. Interestingly, the health crisis ushered in a home gardening revolution globally. However, caring for plants, especially indoors, may not be as simple as you think it is. It comes with certain…
Differences Between Edge-Lit and Back-Lit Flat Panel Lights
For numerous reasons, good lighting is essential: it helps you to view the surroundings and details around you, offers the correct setting, and enhances the aspect of a room. Traditional fluorescent lamps are frequently faint and unexpected, and panel removal is required in order to change bulbs and clean the dust and insects (yuck!). The…
Replacing HPS Lights with Amber Glow Lighting Fixtures
HPS lights have been around for a long time. You’ve seen them in parking lots, on roadways, and used in commercial landscaping. These lights have gotten used in many settings, but today there’s a better option. High-pressure sodium lights get used because they have a long lifespan. They’ve been around for years, but they…
Design & Install Low-Voltage Landscape Lighting (Step-by-Step)
This article will assist you with a brief explanation of how to plan or design and install your low voltage landscape lighting. It will take you through different stages, such as designing your layout, choosing the best and right equipment like the transformer, lighting bulbs, wire and wire connector, and how to install. Plan your…
Bathroom Vanity Light Buyer’s Guide 2021
Are you looking to give your customers the best vanity lights for bathrooms? Or maybe you’re looking for vanity lights for DIY projects. If so, you’ve come to the right place. Choosing lighting for your projects can be difficult, especially with all of the different options. If you’re are struggling with choosing the best vanity…
20 Landscape Lighting Ideas for Residential & Commercial Real Estate
For a large number of homeowners, having a modern house that looks and feels beautiful is a major focus. So how do you brighten the outside of your home in such a way that your house looks amazing at night? Here are 20 landscape lighting ideas for any real estate property to and consider trying…
What are Retrofit Light Fixtures?
Retrofitting is the process of enhancing old technology or features of an already laid downlighting system to increase efficiency and operation while saving money. In this article/FAQ, we will dive into the most common questions we receive regarding outdoor and indoor retrofit kits. What is an LED retrofit kit? A retrofit kit is a kit…
Vapor Proof vs Vapor Tight Lights — What’s the Difference?
Each year, US industries lose $1 billion to fires caused by explosions, 18 people lose their lives, and 279 are injured. What can you do to improve this statistic in 2021? Know the risks. One of the most common fire risks is flammable gasses and liquids coming into contact with a heat source. Don’t let your clients’ businesses…
LED Flat Panel Light Applications – Commercial & Residential
RESIDENTIAL SETTINGS Want to increase and upgrade your company’s lighting? Light an office, retail room, cellar, or garage? Maybe save some money along the way? Then you do not need to search any further than flat LED panels since, because of their longevities, costs savings, superior appearance, they are a fantastic alternative for your present…
7 Smart LED Parking Garage Light Fixtures
A light just went on in your head. Installing LED lights saves the environment and saves you money. LEDs last 25 times longer than incandescent bulbs, allowing businesses to save thousands of dollars every year. By 2027, the widespread use of LEDs can help the country save more than $30 billion dollars in electricity bills. Many people…
How To Determine Bathroom Vanity Light Sizes
The average person spends around 30 minutes each morning getting ready for the day, making adequate lighting in the bathroom essential. There’s nothing more frustrating than squinting while you’re attempting to apply mascara or fix your hair because you don’t have enough lighting above your vanity. Get your morning off to the right start with a properly-lit bathroom.…
What is Hazardous Location Lighting? A Comprehensive Guide
Hazardous location lighting can severely impact any industrial working area. Did you know that, in 2018, there were 1,318,500 fires in the U.S.—and that in 2011, this number was as high as 1,389,500? The U.S. Fire Administration, which has provided these statistics, has reported that sometimes the cause for these fires is an electrical malfunction. If…
Emergency Exit Sign Codes & Regulations We Must Adhere To
With over 3,000 fires per year in offices and commercial buildings in the USA, it’s easy to see why regulatory commissions apply rules to emergency exit signs for safety reasons. Any building or structure must comply with emergency exit sign codes to avoid potential fines and violations. So, you’ll need to make sure you comply. Read…
LED Retrofit Kits to Replace Metal Hallide & Fluorescent Fixtures
When it comes to high-quality wattage lumen for standard outdoor, post-top lights, warehouse high bay, commercial and industrial lighting, metal halide has long been in use for decades. But recently, as new technologies emerge, LED invention is fast becoming a better alternative and retrofitting to the old metal halide lamps in more beneficial ways in…
Update Parking Lot Lighting to LED – The Complete Guide
Making the Switch to LED Lighting for Parking Lots Did you know that, according to the US Department of Energy, LED lights can last 25 times longer and use at least 75 percent less energy than the incandescent lighting alternative? If you’re a lighting and electrical supply distributor, then you may be considering selling LED lights…
Best LED Area Light Mounting Brackets – What are they?
Global sales of LED lights reached more than 10 billion units in 2019. As quality continues to improve and prices fall, analysts expect sales growth to be a lasting trend. Do you need to replace your old HID parking lot lights? Or are you planning a new building or area lighting project? You know you need LED…
Pros and Cons of Retrofit Lighting Projects – Converting to LED
When changing to energy-efficient lighting, many individuals have two key questions: Can it maintain its present fittings, or do I need to substitute an LED lighting system for all of its current lighting devices? How should they transition to lighting technology? PROS & CONS OF RETROFIT FOR LED PROS Energy efficiency enhanced-The remarkable energy efficiency…
Where are Suitable Bollard Light Applications?
Outdoor lighting housed in a vertical pole at the floor area is called a bollard light. The upright pole wherein the light is housed is referred to as a bollard. It is derived from the maritime bollard, which refers to a pillar on a port or wharf where ships are tied up. Bollards are typically…
The Ultimate LED Wall Pack Guide
LED wall packs are becoming a popular option for customers through commercial and industrial use. LED technology has progressed enough in recent years to become more efficient in producing quality light and having a long period of use. LED wall packs offer a modern appearance to locations and come in a variety of designs and…
6 Most Important Outdoor Light Fixtures for Commercial Properties
Are you in the market for more lighting for the outside of your commercial property? Maybe you have a lighting project coming up, but regardless of your circumstance, you want to ensure safety and security for your tenants/staff at all hours of the morning and night. To accomplish this, you need to prioritize installing more…
LiteLume Launches New Website!
LITELUME CORPORATION is excited to announce the launch of its new website! This is another step to help bring all the resources our customers need to be fully informed not only our products but news in the industry. We are continuing to help our partners succeed in their respective businesses. LITELUME’s new website provides the…