There have been dramatic changes to the building controls market over the last 20 to 30 years. The “energy crisis” of the 1970s (along with the development of the microprocessor) sent the “Big 5” ...

As LED technology becomes more commonplace and products more commoditized, there’s been increased interest in functionality above and beyond simply providing illumination. Terms like IoT and ...

There have been tremendous improvements in the efficiency of lighting over the last 20 years. The movement from older technologies such as incandescent, halogen, CFL, and fluorescent with magnetic ...

As an installer, selecting the right lighting system can be a challenge — balancing client expectations, adhering to building codes, and navigating existing wiring constraints to name a few. It’s ...

As organizations weigh the many variables around retrofitting for lighting and building control automation, now is the time to understand the value of open standards. For many organizations, the push ...

Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry's ...

Commercial buildings require emergency lighting to facilitate the safe egress of occupants in the event of a power outage or other emergency. Emergency specifications that meet UL 924, Standard for ...

A typical commercial building of 4 650 m² spends about USD 45,000 a year on energy for lighting. Much of that money is wasted due to inefficient lighting control. By optimizing electric light and ...

Helvar has supplied a sophisticated lighting control system to the largest cruise ship ever built, Harmony of the Seas, owned and operated by Royal Caribbean International. Royal Caribbean operates ...

GOTHENBURG, Sweden, Jan. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Heliospectra AB, a world leader in innovative smart horticultural lighting and dynamic light control systems, proudly marks the 10th anniversary of ...

It’s very early days for Apple’s HomeKit technology, but if you’re ready to take the plunge, Lutron’s Caseta system is slightly better than Insteon’s Smart Hub Pro. Lutron is as much of a graybeard in ...