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n The Systems ApproachA Path Forward n Case Studies and Applications n enLIGHTEN America and Standards Updates n NEMAs Role in Global Lighting Association n Second Annual Lighting Products Showcase
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A Wizards Sphere? ................................................................................................................................9 Bringing Order to the New Frontier .....................................................................................................10 Solid-State Lighting: Technology at a Turning Point..............................................................................................................12 Solid-State Lighting: ...........................................................................................................................12 Sheetz Shines Bright under Cree LEDs ..................................................................................................14 Glumac Uses Lighting Controls to Engineer Sustainability .......................................................................................................................16 When Employee Needs Dictate Light Consumption, Everyone Wins ........................................................18 Balancing Energy Efficiency with Employee ComfortThe Case for a Systems Approach .........................19
Campaign Update: enLIGHTen America Continues in Sweet Spot of Countrys Energy Savings Initiatives ...............................20
ESFI Shines the Light on Home Electrical Safety ....................................................................................22
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NEMA Officers .......................................................................................................................................................................................3 Comments from the C-Suite.................................................................................................................................................................3 Views from the Top ...............................................................................................................................................................................4 Learn More ..........................................................................................................................................................................................32 Product Showcase..........................................................................................................................33
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Government Relations Update ...............................................................................................................6 Residential Code Cycle Extended in Michigan; Three-Year Cycle Maintained for Commercial and Industrial Facilities................................................................................................6 EVSE Section Participates in Submetering Proposal Workshop ..........................................................................................................6 Missed Energy SavingsThe Downside of Regulations and Building Codes ...................................................................................7 Lamp Manufacturers Gear Up for Recycling Challenges in 2013 ........................................................................................................8 Electroindustry News ..........................................................................................................................23 Macro Priorities for Microgrids ...........................................................................................................................................................23 DOE Publishes Interim Energy Storage Standard ...............................................................................................................................23 Federal Access Rules for Diagnostic Medical Equipment for Patients with Disabilities ....................................................................24 Storm Action Plan for NEMA Representatives....................................................................................................................................25 New Northeast Battery Conference to Debut in October 2013 .........................................................................................................25 Code Actions/Standardization Trends ...................................................................................................26 Using Fluorescent Luminaires for LED Lamp Replacement ...............................................................................................................26 Proposed 2014 National Electrical Code Affects Industry.................................................................................................................27 USNC Announces Call for 2013 Young Professionals ........................................................................................................................27 Passing the Gavel ................................................................................................................................................................................27 Delaware Adopts 2011 National Electrical Code...............................................................................................................................28 Requirements for Product Certification Bodies to Change ................................................................................................................28 U.S. Coast Guard Announces Intent to Accept IECE; IEC Foothold Gaining .......................................................................................29 International Roundup .......................................................................................................................30 NEMA Participates in Global Lighting Association Strategic Planning Meeting ...............................................................................30 NEMA Mexico Successfully Conducts First Trade Expo and Workshop ..............................................................................................31 Economic Spotlight .............................................................................................................................31 EBCI Online..........................................................................................................................................................................................31 Available from NEMA/BIS The Electroindustry Economic Outlook ................................................................................................31
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Chairman John Selldorff President & CEO Legrand North America First Vice Chairman Christopher Curtis President & CEO Schneider Electric Second Vice Chairman Thomas S. Gross Vice Chairman & COO Eaton Corporation Treasurer Don Hendler President & CEO Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc. Immediate Past Chairman David J. FitzGibbon Vice Chairman & CEO ILSCO Corporation President & CEO Evan R. Gaddis Secretary Clark R. Silcox
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In 1998, Dr. Simon Rao, co-founder of TRW and recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, co-authored a paper entitled The Systems Approach: Fresh Solutions to Complex Problems through Combining Science and Practical Common Sense. To quote from Chapter II, In the systems approach, concentration is on the analysis and design of the whole, as distinct from total focus on the components or the parts. The approach insists upon looking at a problem in its entirety, taking into account all the facets, all the intertwined parameters. It seeks to understand how they interact with one another and how they can be brought into proper relationship for the optimum solution of the problem. So what is the problem we are trying to solve using a systems approach? In lighting, we have a critical problemhow to optimally turn the regulatory tide in order to maximize energy savings in our nation without compromising product innovation and human performance. As I stated in last years View from the Top, more energy savings can be obtained in U.S. buildings by focusing on design and installation of complete lighting systems than by continuing to focus on the components alone. This is still trueand I would add that there is far more than energy savings at stake. By focusing on systems, not components, we have a much better chance of enhancing the quality of our lighted environments. It is clear that a systems approach provides the path forward for NEMA companies. Within the Lighting Systems
In lighting, we have a critical problemhow to optimally turn the regulatory tide in order to maximize energy savings in our nation without compromising product innovation and human performance.
Energy savings from lighting account for slightly over one fifth of all savings, and the 2013 version of 90.1 is aiming to provide 40 percent better energy efficiency compared to the 2004 standard. These are substantial gains that can no longer be achieved using an appliance/component standard approach, but can be achieved when lamps, ballasts, drivers, luminaires, and controls work together in a systems approach to eliminate wasted lighting energy use in buildings. We are truly at a crossroads in the realm of regulations for lighting. The current regulatory approach is driving performance standards to limits that will soon be unreachable. Component regulations ignore the complexity and compatibility issues of lighting systems as well as the elements affecting the quality of light. A systems approach offers us the best and most responsible path. ei
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Members of the Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment and Systems (EVSE) Section took part in a workshop January 8 that explored the California Public Utilities Commissions submetering pilot proposal, in which three investor-owned utilities will incorporate EVSE-embedded submeters into their business practices.
Pictured from the left are Don Karner, ECOtality North America; Colleen Quinn and Richard Lowenthal, ChargePoint; Murray Jones, ECOtality North America; Dan Lee, ChargePoint; and Jim Creevy, NEMA. Photo by Colin Read, ECOtality North America
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encourage high-efficiency lighting upgrades and installations. NEMA and its members were concerned that CPUC plans, while very good in concept, lacked sufficient impetus to translate into action. NEMA worked with CLTC to develop a 12-point paper to actionize them. Several points focused on getting California to order state-owned buildings to upgrade their lighting systems. Doing so would not only save energy, but would also create jobs and increase momentum and interest in lighting upgrades statewide. As 2013 began, NEMA and CLTC continue to encourage California to undertake legislative actions. One of the biggest challenges with building upgrades is payback time and return on investment. Through anecdotal information, NEMA members indicate that they have been told by building managers and owners that they need pay back within two to five yearsthe shorter the better. There is also a recognized challenge with building owners who pass along utility costs to their tenants; they do not save any money themselves. These issues continue to represent a challenge when discussing incentive programs internally and externally. NEMA pursues and encourages opportunities that optimize and take advantage of energy-savings potential in existing buildings and infrastructure through retrofit and renovation of highperformance products. ElEctric Motor rEgulations updatE NEMA and members of its Motor and Generator Section continue a high level of activity in motor efficiency regulations. Since submitting the Joint Stakeholders Petition3 for a Direct
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Final Rule for Electric Motor Efficiency Regulations, NEMA and members of the Motor Coalition have sought as much outside support as possible. Since the submission, the Motor Coalition has gained the written support of Senators Jeff Bingaman (D-NM) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) of the Senate Energy Committee, the State of Ohios Development Services Agency, and the Air Movement and Controls Association. Support is being sought from downstream manufacturers who source motors affected by the rulemakings, as well as other interested states, energy/utility advocates, and regulatory bodies. NEMA remains optimistic that the Department of Energy will see the benefits and advantages of the Direct Final Rule approach and accept the petition. Until then, NEMA remains engaged in the previously begun rulemaking4 for these products, which will take center stage if the Joint Petition is declined. In the area of small motors, NEMA has recently sent for internal ballot a white paper with guidance for those affected by Small Electric Motor rulemakings5. Titled U.S. Department of Energy Small Electric Motor Standards Final Rule and Technical Support Document of March 9, 2010, the document explains the history and coverage of the rules and helps interested members understand how their products are affected, if they are affected, and steps to take to begin the compliance process. NEMA will publish this paper on its website as a reference for industry once completed. ei Alex Boesenberg, Regulatory Affairs Manager | alex.boesenberg@nema.org
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NEMA and Partners Submit Stakeholder Petition for Motor Energy Efficiency Regulations, electroindustry magazine, Vol. 17 No. 1, November 2012, page 5
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A Wizards Sphere?
For the past several years, I have established a tradition of reviewing a book at the annual Lighting Systems Division Executive Board of Directors dinner. I become dangerous when I have done some reading. Several good books were published in 2012. The Idea Factory: Bell Labs and the Great Age of American Innovation by Jon Gertner took me back to my days as a co-op student with Fairchild Hiller where I worked in the printed circuit and thin film lab. Bell Labs had initially developed integrated circuits, but could not imagine tiny resistors, capacitors, and transistors lasting any length of time. When a couple of their employees migrated to Fairchild, Fairchild Semiconductor was born. By the time I became a co-op student, integrated circuits had stood a test of timethey had been employed for five or six years in fighter jets without a single failure. The prototyping lab where I worked had a laid backbut proudwork atmosphere. It was probably like it must have been at Bell Labs. Another good book was The Swerve: How the World Became Modern by Stephen Greenblatt. This carried me back to my days as a graduate student at The Catholic University of America studying ancient Greek manuscripts, especially those pertaining to the New Testament. In describing the scriptorium, Greenblatt missed something. The monks did not just sit down with a manuscript and copy it. There was often a table and chair on a raised platform where a monk sat and dictated the text while several other monks took down the dictation. Later, they might sit down with the original and their new copy to review it for errors. The book that really caught my attention and propelled me into the future was Stephen Colberts, I Am a Pole (And So Can You). The theme of the booka search for identity is apropos of the lighting industry. For years, lightingand by extension, the industry has been identified with Thomas Edison and the A19 incandescent light bulb. Ford Motor Company even picked up on this with the incandescent light bulb symbolizing A Better Idea. But our lighting industry is undergoing a rapid transition like never before. A generation or two from now children might well ask, Edison, who? Incandescent, what? Perhaps a new symbol is needed. I love fantasy books, like J.R.R. Tolkiens The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Time and again, a wizard seems to be confronted with a dark and ominous tunnel. What does he do? He reaches deep into one of
his robes pockets and pulls out a sphere and commands it to bring forth light, and perhaps even more light if necessary. Could we in the future identify our industry by a wizards sphere? We may not be that far from it. Ive seen LEDs suspended without wires. My cell phone recognizes my voice, sometimes embarrassingly so in meetings when I forget to turn it off. In these pages, you will see articles carrying us into the sphere of the future. They explore the systems approach to lighting; the role of LEDs in power restoration; case studies that employ new technologies like LED dimmers, wireless sensors, and personalized controls; and updates on enLIGHTen America and solid-state lighting standards. A generation or two from now, these advanced lighting technologies will define us. How will people identify us? With a wizards sphere perhapsa light at the end of the tunnel. ei Mr. Runkles (ron.runkles@nema.org) has been with NEMA and the lighting industry for 25 years. He also serves as the executive director of the Lighting Controls Association.
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thomas leonard, senior director, Marketing & product Management, leviton lighting & Energy solutions
eve all seen at least one great western movie where the sheriff takes on the tall task of bringing order to the burgeoning Wild West town. While not quite as dramatic, we in the lighting and control industries are in the midst of a similar experience with the rapid expansion and development of LED lighting and the opportunity to deliver significant energy savings through control. There are several considerations and challenges in doing so, but with proper coordination and planning, we can realize significant savings as well as offer a whole new level of convenience and functionality.
present virtually no practical limit on the number of switching cycles or losses related to the dimming function. Coupled with their lack of color shift, LEDs have proven to be the most ideal product to date for dimming control. Below are some of the immediate control advantages and energy saving opportunities LEDs present: Shortened occupancy/vacancy sensing delay times: In order to optimize usable lamp hours, the common guideline is a sensor time delay not less than 15 minutes. LEDs have no such limitation and enable shorter delays where appropriate to further reduce wasted lighting energy. Simplified control retrofit: Phase control LED luminaires are a direct replacement for fixed output fixtures and require no additional control wiring. Simply add controls and the space gains utility and efficiency.
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New Frontier
Variable lighting levels: Rather than using a number of constant on luminaires for safety lighting, LED fixtures can be uniformly dimmed to provide an even, yet reduced, light level. Immediate response: In applications typically controlled by HID sources, LEDs offer a whole new level of control by immediately providing the set light intensity with no warmup. This enables lighting, which was previously left on for extended periods, to be controlled to match the usage, not the lamp constraints. Cold weather tolerance: Unlike fluorescent sources, LEDs perform well in cold temperatures and eliminate the need for alternating lamp schemes to maintain starting warmth, allowing fixtures to be dimmed or even turned off completely with no lamp life or light output concerns. With all these advantages, whats the catch? The reality is that its not as much a catch as a catchup. With the rapid pace of
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Solid-State Lighting:
ust a few short years ago, the use of solid-state lighting (SSL) was limited to traffic signals, exit signs, and holiday lights as light-emitting diode (LED) manufacturers struggled to produce white light that was suitable for general illumination.
Today, things are quite a bit different. LED products are competing in a growing number of applications and seem to be turning up everywhere we lookfrom the shelves of bigbox retailers to the nighttime skylines of cities and towns. SSL technology has brought us to the verge of what promises to be a major lighting transformation. Some might see that as a sign that the battle has been won and that SSL has finally arrived. But the truth is that it still has a long way to go to fulfill its potential for lighting efficiency. Estimates are that SSL has only reached the halfway point in that regard, which leaves a lot still on the tablenot just in terms of energy efficiency, but also color quality and control, as well as other advantages that remain largely untapped. While sales of SSL products are rapidly accelerating now, installations still represent only a small fraction of total lighting. SSL is at a turning point. With inefficient incandescent products giving way to higher-efficacy technologies such as linear fluorescents, compact fluorescents, and now LEDs, SSLs ultimate successand the energy savings that will result depends on technology (which is already outperforming earlier generations) continuing to improve.
to control the visible spectrum offers the possibility of changing chromaticity to optimize mood, health, and productivity. Whats more, because SSL is not bound by the same limitations as conventional lighting technologies, it lends itself to new form factorsespecially with organic LEDs (OLEDs), which can be easily made on thin, flexible substrates that are several years behind LEDs in terms of development for general illumination. They have a number of major cost and performance hurdles to overcome before they can compete with conventional lighting. Its also important to address the critical issues that affect todays SSL products, such as dimming, flicker, and reliability. Although LED lighting products are often touted as fully dimmable, thats frequently contradicted by real-world experienceespecially with phase-cut dimmers, which were designed for incandescent lighting and thus can be incompatible with LED drivers. SSL flicker, too, depends on the LED driver; and while some drivers dont produce any visible flicker regardless of the amount of light output, other drivers cause noticeable flickering at every level of output, and still others only flicker in a dimmed state. System reliability and lifetime, which are so important to consumers, are hard to measure in LED lighting, because LEDs comprise just one component of a complex system that also includes such elements as optics, housing, thermal management, and driver. Issues like these will have to be resolved if SSL is to turn the corner and have a significant impact on our energy consumption. But theyre not easy issues to resolve. Weve come halfway there, but now the going has gotten tougher. In order to succeed, industry will have to work together and collaborate on a wide scale. This is already happeningfor example, the NEMA-led efforts to develop dimming standards, and with the DOE-industry working group thats developing strategies to predict reliability and lifetime. Well need much more of the same. Because when it comes to solid-state lighting, were all in the same boatwhich will only reach its destination if the oars are pulling in the same direction. ei Mr. Brodrick is the lighting program manager for the U.S. Department of Energy, Building Technologies Program.
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heetz, a family-owned convenience store chain, is transitioning to LEDs for its interior and exterior lighting. Corporate-wide, it is turning to Cree as a partner in this initiative. At its Raleigh, North Carolina, location, Sheetz has installed Cree TrueWhite technology inside its stores and BetaLED technology in the canopy outside, resulting in:
The objectives were to provide premium lighting, conserve energy, and avoid maintenance that necessitates shutting down pumps, thus causing inconvenience and, potentially, lost revenue. solution Sheetz has been rolling out Cree LED interior and exterior lighting at a number of its stores across the country. At its Raleigh location, the switch was made to Cree LEDs featuring Cree TrueWhite technology inside the store and Cree BetaLED technology in the canopy outside. On the interior, this solution included the Cree LR6 lamp and the LR24, CR14, and CR24, troffers, replacing 84W fluorescents and 60W CFLs. These new fixtures are now installed over the register and in the caf seating area, restrooms, entryway, and employees office and utility rooms. Indoor LEDs deliver a combination of efficacy, 90+ CRI, and consistent warm or cool color temperatures, giving convenience stores years of consistent light and energy savings. Sheetz also benefits from Cree architectural troffers that illustrate how high-quality lighting doesnt have to come at a premium, delivering performance and payback with unmatched longevity and color consistency. On the exterior, Sheetz had been using 400W metal halide canopy and area lights, 175W to 250W wall packs, and 250W bollards. For high-performance illumination, the company installed Cree 227 Series canopy lightsrecessed and
45 percent or more estimated total energy savings; annual estimated maintenance savings of $2,500 to $3,000; and return on investment within two and a half years. opportunity Sheetz is much more than a convenience storeits a mecca for people on the go, serving soccer moms and road warriors alike with a made-to-order caf inside and quality gasoline outside. Providing this kicked-up convenience 24/7/365 requires a solid infrastructure, and a key component of that is an interior and outdoor lighting system that lends a sense of warmth and security while operating cost-effectively and nearly maintenance-free. According to Doug Knisely, Sheetz director of Petroleum and Building Construction, the company has a commitment to using quality equipment and building materials when constructing its stores. In considering a new lighting system, we felt that LED technology has improved dramatically over the past several years, and have collectively determined it was time to start utilizing it, he said.
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We consider ourselves a customer service brand, and I see this installation as an initiative to provide outstanding customer service.
BEnEfits Mr. Knisely says he anticipates approximately 45 percent to 50 percent energy savings. This projection includes total lifetime savings, total watts saved, and kilowatt hours saved annually. He also is anticipating an annual savings in maintenance of $2,500 to $3,000. Based on current kilowatt hour rates, he expects to see the return on their investment within two and a half years. Obviously, as rates increase and the cost of the fixtures decrease, the ROIs become even that much more appealing, he added.
You could give him a pay raise and add to your bottom line.
With tight budgets and growing interest in sustainability, dont ignore the quickest way to reduce your electric bill in your office, factory or warehouse. Lighting can be 40% of your cost, so an investment in new lamps, fixtures, ballasts, and controls pays you back quickly. Its one of the best financial decisions you can make. Contact the lighting industry experts for more information today. www.nemasavesenergy.org
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Wireless light control solutions and automated shading help maintain architectural appeal. Photo Bruce Damonte
Standard Insurance Center is a testament to this commitment, reflecting a sustainable building retrofit and an open-office layout for a more collaborative, teamwork-oriented experience.
Working within the framework of existing buildings is a particularly important aspect of Glumacs work. There are more than 81 billion square feet of existing commercial building space in the U.S., 74 percent of which was built before the 21st century1. Effectively using these existing buildings is critical to sustainable business practice, and part of an existing building renovation almost always includes a lighting system upgrade. As the company planned renovations for its new offices (15,160 sq. ft.), engineers relied on wireless, retrofit solutions to ensure a cost effective, efficient light-control system that would contribute to LEED2 certification. Glumacs new offices expect to achieve LEED Platinum certification for commercial interiors as a result of its efforts. challEngE The new office space is bathed in sunlighta great asset to employee morale, but also a challenge in terms of workplace lighting, especially within the context of an open-office design. The light-control system in the space had to manage daylight and electric light to achieve three goals:
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Create an aesthetically pleasing design space. Deliver adequate and proper lighting for the employees. Set the standard for energy efficiency in building renovations. Glumac focused on finding a company that could provide us with innovations in lighting control, especially in the area of control integration. The lighting control systems had to be able to integrate seamlessly with the buildings management system, and provide us with the ability to track, monitor, and adjust lighting energy usage to achieve maximum efficiencies.
Energy Information Administration, 2003 Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey. Building Characteristics Tables, released December 2006. www.eia.gov/emeu/cbecs/cbecs2003/ detailed_tables_2003/2003set1/2003pdf/a1.pdf LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a third-party certification program and nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings.
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Table 1. Because of the wireless nature of the system and that every fixture is dimmable, Glumac is able to achieve a design goal of 0.25 watts per square foot.
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ave you ever wondered if a business could operate its lighting at only 30 percent capacity and still not leave its employees in the dark? One company, DPR Construction, has done just that with the help of Acuity Brands lighting solutions.
Employees have different needsone may be looking at drawings while another is on the computerso we wanted to make workstations functional and flexible for whatever task they may be completing, said Jason King of DPR Construction. Enter the nLight Virtual WallPod application. Every user has dimming capabilities at his or her workstation through an iPhone or task bar on the computer. Some employees also have access to control lighting in gathering areas, such as a conference room, from their computer or iPhone. In addition to smartphone and desktop controls, the nLight control system uses motion, heat, and photocell sensors, which has allowed DPR Construction to currently operate its lighting at 30 percent while also incorporating natural daylight. We set the default lighting levels in the open office fairly low, at 30 percent. Each user has the ability to change the lighting levels at their desk. Many are happy with the lighting at 30 percent, said Mr. King. People that work a lot on their computers using CAD or BIM applications like to turn their light fixtures off, and others that work a lot with paper, such as accountants, tend to turn their lights up to the 50 to 60 percent lighting level. The office was completed in February 2012 and DPR Construction estimates that its space is averaging 0.56 watts per square foot or 35,600 kilowatt-hours on an annual basisa 40 percent reduction in lighting power density compared to Title 24 baseline requirements. At the end of the day, our goal was to be environmentally conscious and sustainable within reason, and I think we did just that, said Mr. Konetzke. ei Ms. George (chrissy.skudera@nema.org) has been active in the print and online writing communities for more than eight years. She also has several years of experience in the marketing and public relations sectors, and teaches writing classes at several Washington, D.C.area colleges.
DPR Construction had a task: upgrade its new ground floor office in a dated, two-story building in Newport Beach, California, and do it in an environmentally friendly way. Luckily, the 17,000 square foot space could integrate daylighting through its storefronta good start. We wanted to utilize natural and task lighting that would reflect how we embrace sustainability and technology in our own work, said Michael Konetzke of DPR Construction. It was important for DPR Construction to achieve a level of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification (they are targeting Platinum), so they calculated ROI for various aspects of LEED criteria including energy usage in conjunction with local utility rates. Another consideration: the triangular shape of the building with windows on all three sides. After assessing the possibility of using natural daylighting as its primary source of lighting, heavily tinted windows and deep exterior soffits kept that from being possible. The solution? Balancing dimmable direct and indirect light-emitting diode (LED) lighting. Lithonia Lighting VT Series LED 2 ft. x 2 ft. fixtures with Sensor Switch nLight controls were used in the main office space and the conference rooms. Floating acoustic clouds were installed at 10 feet in the main office area and at 12 feet in the conference rooms to take advantage of the tall storefront. All spaces are equipped with occupancy sensors (as required by the California Building Standards Code, Title 24). Daylight sensors around the perimeter of the office automatically dim the LED fixtures based on light levels from outside. When it came to tailored lighting solution for its employees, DPR Construction chose individual lighting controls for each workstation.
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Balancing Energy Efficiency with Employee ComfortThe Case for a Systems Approach
Michael pessina, president, and pekka hakkarainen, phd, vice president, lutron Electronics co. inc.
he lighting industry is involved in a complicated discussion with government agencies, building owners, and energy advocates. Despite the industrys determination to deliver components that are as energy-efficient as possible, advocacy groups continue pressing for increased regulation. The reality is that technology is now so advanced that small efficiency gains in lamps and ballasts will not significantly reduce the connected load in most buildings. The ceiling grid and the number of luminaires are set. Today, the best lighting design solution uses a system with controls.
Wireless technology allows every buildingcommercial or residentialto take advantage of flexible lighting control solutions. Courtesy of Lutron
In 2005, the Department of Energy was authorized to regulate lighting products. The Energy Policy Act can be credited with driving tremendous efficiency gains in the industry. As a result of the activity that followed, most general service T8 fluorescent lamps now deliver 89 lumens per watt. (Some companies have been issued a waiver allowing delayed implementation because of rare earth element shortages.) Light-emitting diodes, or LEDs, are highly efficient and improving rapidly. According to current regulations, the efficacy of fluorescent ballasts is expected to be about 90 percent. The lighting industry is poised to deliver even better results. The secret, however, is not to increase regulations on lighting components, but to take a whole building approach. A systems approach can save energy while improving the productivity, morale, and comfort of those who work and live in the space. Some of the most effective methods of lighting control include occupancy sensors, daylight sensors, personal dimmers, and light-level tuning. According to a study published last year in Leukos, individual lighting control strategies can save an average of 30 percent in energy. Multiple control strategies can deliver savings of nearly 40 percent. Numbers like these make a compelling case for an enlightened energy policy, one that looks beyond light source efficiency and embraces the use of integrated control systems. Despite the evidence, this approach has not been widely adopted, yet the availability of wireless technology makes the use of control systems economically feasible for any new or existing building. The simple step of including this approach in federal policy can translate into an immediate reduction in U.S. energy use. Efficient lighting is just a beginning. With a systems approach, different combinations of sensors, dimmers, and automatic shade controls can be used to make lighting more effective, producing a better work or home environment.
In the U.S., labor is the most expensive component in any business. Yet many workers suffer fatigue and reduced motivation as the day goes on. Good lighting can halt the decline, allowing employees to remain alert and engaged. A research study conducted by the Light Right Consortium established that employees who were given a variety of control options were more comfortable, more satisfied with their work, and more motivated to continue difficult tasks1. In 2012, the 82-year-old Empire State Building began a massive retrofit of its lighting systems in pre-built office spaces. Through the use of wireless technology, the new lighting control system is expected to contribute to a 65 percent reduction in energy costs. Overall, the project is designed to save approximately $4.4 million a year2. The new system combines automatic lighting controls such as wireless occupancy and daylight sensors with wireless personal controls that allow employees to adjust the light levels according to their preferences. As government agencies consider new regulatory issues, NEMA members have demonstrated repeatedly that lighting control is of greater value to the economy than a fractional decrease in energy use. A systems approach spells good policyfor the country, for building owners, and for the millions of Americans who support the economy by working in those buildings. ei Mr. Pessina is a member of the NEMA Board of Governors. Dr. Hakkarainen specializes in government and industry relations and is the immediate past chair of the lighting systems division.
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Campaign Update: enLIGHTen America Continues in Sweet Spot of Countrys Energy Savings Initiatives
in these economically uncertain times, what we can be sure of is energy savings with todays energyefficient technologies. fiscal cliff or no fiscal cliff, reducing your energy costs and improving your lighting qualitywhich creates high occupancy rates and increases worker productivitywill be the way the u.s. economy gets growing again and how american businesses stay globally competitive. Keith Ward, president and CEO of Luminus Devices and charter member of NEMAs EA Task Force
doug Baillie, consultant to nEMa and Ea task force Member
EMAs marketing initiative, enLIGHTen America (EA), was commissioned by the Lighting Division Board several years ago. To understand the continuing relevancy of the campaign, one only has to listen to current conversations among facility managers, building owners, lighting engineers, CFOs, CEOs, and lighting equipment manufacturers: reducing energy use and reducing costs are still a top priority.
Lighting is the largest user of energy in commercial buildings. So its important that building executives manage their lighting to save energy and money, said Michael Jouaneh, manager of sustainability and standards for Lutron Electronics. The NEMA enLIGHTen America program helps educate facility managers and building owners about how to effectively manage their lighting to not only save energy and money but also to improve occupant comfort and productivity. A recent analysis by McKinsey and the International Energy Agency declared that lighting retrofits are the most cost-efficient way to combat climate change, save on power bills, and control
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NEMA Lighting Industry Director Ron Runkles speaks with a customer at a trade show. The enLIGHTen America team partnered with TFM magazine and NECA at a seminar in New York in April. Photos by Doug Baillie
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ighting is perhaps the most important element of home dcor, and finding new ways to brighten up the home is often the inspiration for renovation and improvement efforts.
any missing, cracked, or broken cover plate. Exposed wiring is a shock hazard. light fixturEs and laMps Make sure all lamps and light fixtures are certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory, such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL), Canadian Standards Association (CSA), or Intertek (ETL). Always use a bulb of the correct type and wattage. If you do not know the correct wattage, contact the manufacturer of the lamp or fixture. A bulb with excessive wattage may overheat and cause a fire. Read and follow manufacturers safety instructions for fixtures, lamps, and light bulbs. Make sure bulbs are screwed in securelyloose bulbs may overheat. Do not allow children to operate lamps or nightlights. Always look for telltale signs of electrical problems such as dim and flickering lights, unusual sizzling and buzzing sounds from your electrical system, or circuit breakers that trip repeatedly. Contact a qualified electrician immediately if any of these warning signs occur. ei Ms. Chavanne (julie.chavanne@esfi.org) promotes ESFI through media relations, marketing, public relations, and communications. Prior to ESFI, she managed campaigns for clients in the hospitality and consumer industries.
Light switches give us our first line of control to electrical use, and they are critical connection points. With time and use, these connections can become loose, creating potential hazards. Additionally, light fixtures and lamps may illuminate our homes, but they can lead to dark consequences if they arent used correctly. ESFI breaks down the safety tips that are critical in maintaining a safe and well-lit home. light sWitchEs Check to make sure outlet and switch plates are not unusually hot to the touch. If they are, immediately unplug cords from these outlets and do not use the switches. Have a qualified, licensed electrician check the wiring as soon as possible. Unusually warm outlets or switches may indicate an unsafe wiring condition. Look for discoloration as another indication of potentially dangerous heat buildup at these connections. Stand across the room and look for a tear-drop shaped darkening around and above outlet and switch cover plates. Check that all outlet and switch cover plates are in good condition so that no wiring is exposed. Replace
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Electroindustry News
Macro Priorities for Microgrids
The autumn of 2012 was an auspicious period in the microgrid industry. In November alone, three valuable and in-depth conferences were held to bring industry experts together to discuss military and commercial microgrids and share their insights for the future: Military Smart Grids and Microgrids Symposium (Arlington, Virginia; Technology Training Corporation) Military and Commercial Microgrids (Del Mar, California; Infocast) 2nd Defense and Renewable Energy & Military Microgrids (Arlington, Virginia; Infocast) The enthusiasm was evident among academics, engineers, and analysts. David Chiesa, manager of business development for S&C Electric Company and frequent conference chair and presenter, summarized microgrids in the U.S.: Microgrids are not a new conceptwe have the technical ability to do this. Business cases need workcreative funding vehicles and risk-sharing need to be tried. Research is active and ongoing universities, government agencies, and national labs are engaged. In November, Power Systems of the Future: The Case for Energy Storage, Distributed Generation, and Microgrids (see www.smartgridresearch.org), underwritten by IEEE, was published by ZPryme Research and Consulting. It presents the results of a survey of Smart Grid executives conducted in September 2012. Quantifying the enthusiasm of the conferences, 50 percent of those executives responded that microgrids are very important to increasing Smart Grid development; 69 percent gave the same rating to distributed generation and energy storage. The most interesting information in regards to microgrids are the findings from the question, How important are each of the following areas to deploying or developing microgrids? The percentage of executives rating the following areas as very important are: Standards (66%) Industry R&D (64%) Integrating Renewables (55%) Government-back R&D (51%) Private/Venture Capital (48%) It follows that these areas should be the focus for microgrid stakeholders. Microgrid standards development is included in the 2013 NEMA Smart Grid Strategic Initiative. Committee organization will begin shortly. To learn more about NEMAs efforts and to join this committee, contact ryan.franks@nema.org. An event organizer of one of the November summits summarized that the growth in interest in microgrids this year is reminiscent of wind energy events organized in the 1990s. If that is even a half-truth, microgrids will soon be a mainstream term for the general public. ei Ryan Franks, NEMA Program Manager | ryan.franks@nema.org
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Electroindustry News
Federal Access Rules for Diagnostic Medical Equipment for Patients with Disabilities
Rich Eaton, Director of Industry Programs, MITA, and Elisabeth M. George, Philips Healthcare Vice President of Global Regulation and Standards & MITA Board Member and Technical Regulatory Committee Chair The Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board, known as the Access Board, is a federal agency that is responsible for development of rules to enable persons with disabilities to access public facilities and various modes of public transportation more easily. Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA), the Access Board proposed a new set of standards to address access for people with disabilities to examination tables and chairs, weight scales, mammography equipment, and other diagnostic tools. Over the past two years, the Access Board has convened public hearings to address the concerns of a variety of stakeholders, ranging from patient advocacy groups to equipment manufacturers, in response to the proposed rules. Some of the most critical concerns include the height of exam tables, surface area of the equipment used to evaluate patients, knee and toe clearance for patients with wheelchairs, and the placement of patient supports on the equipment. The Medical Imaging & Technology Alliance (MITA) has participated in these meetings and provided leadership in submitting written comments to the Access Board. Diagnostic imaging equipment manufacturers are committed to providing access for all patients, and currently use AAMI/ANSI HE 75 Human factors engineeringDesign of medical devices. MITA members are particularly concerned that the proposed Access Board rules, if ultimately adopted by the U.S. Department of Justice, would require manufacturers to implement major re-design changes in their equipment. There are specific re-design changes contained in the proposed rules which are infeasible due to technological constraints in terms of the design of the specific device and the potential expenditure of significant resources which would be required to make such changes. For example, in certain clinical contexts, such as interventional x-ray procedures, patients cannot independently access diagnostic equipment because they are typically sedated prior to the procedure. Additionally, independent access to equipment is often not viable and may constitute a safety hazard if patients are elderly, sick, or injured. Numerous types of equipment design changes, if implemented, could seriously impair or compromise diagnostic quality and patient safety, if some of the proposed design changes promulgated by the Access Board become law. densitometry, mammography, and stereotactic biopsy equipment. At the hearing, MITA also communicated the requirements of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and global regulators, as well as the many international standards that require compliance from the industry. MITA company representatives also joined the multi-stakeholder Advisory Committee created in 2012 to provide guidance to the Access Board on the proposed requirements. Other members of the committee include representatives of patient advocacy groups, hospitals, and manufacturers of examination tables and weight scales. In recent committee meetings, MITA company representatives emphasized ongoing efforts to expand patient access to diagnostic equipment while also noting that, because of FDA regulations, any material device changes must be FDAcleared, and changes must conform to international standards. Advisory Committee meetings have been scheduled through May 2013, and a report from the Advisory Committee for submission to the Access Board is due in June. The Access Board then plans to issue the proposed rules. After issuance, the U.S. Department of Justice will release a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on these recommended rules. In the interim, MITA is working closely with the American College of Radiology to coordinate clinical input presentations that will be delivered by a radiologist and radiology technologist, and will continue to advocate for rules that ensure the safety of patients and operators and achieve diagnostic quality images. ei
Independent access to equipment is often not viable and may constitute a safety hazard if patients are elderly, sick, or injured.
Recently, MITA has taken several proactive steps to express the concerns of imaging manufacturers. At a public hearing in May 2012, MITA member representatives provided an explanation of the function, operation, and design features of diagnostic medical imaging equipment to help underscore the widespread impact the proposed rules would have on manufacturers. The presentations covered a broad spectrum of imaging technologies including x-ray, computed tomography (CT), nuclear medicine, positron emission tomography (PET), magnetic resonance (MR), bone
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Dave Mercier (right) accepts the gavel of office from outgoing chair John Goodsell at the January C&S meeting. Mr. Mercier is Director, Codes & Standards at Southwire Company; Mr. Goodsell is Vice President Emeritus, Consultant to Hubbell Incorporated. Photo by Marilyn Williams ei
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U.S. Coast Guard Announces Intent to Accept IECEx; IEC Foothold Gaining
Recent regulatory acceptance of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)based standards and its conformity assessment scheme for hazardous locations has established a secondary beachhead in the U.S., this time along the entire length of the Outer Continental Shelf. The IEC is a 106-year-old European based standards organization that develops electrotechnical standards and conformity assessment schemes in all areas of electrotechnology. IECs activity is similar to the combined standards development and conformity assessment efforts of NEMA, AHRI, AHAM, CEA, API, ASHRAE, IEEE, UL, and FM Approvals, giving it the advantage of being a one-stop shop. The preventable tragedy of BPs Deepwater Horizon explosion, fire, and sinking in the Gulf of Mexico has spurred the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) to address electrical equipment that may present an ignition source in potentially explosive atmospheres. On December 3, 2012, USCG published in the Federal Register guidance regarding electrical equipment installed in hazardous areas on foreign flagged mobile offshore drilling units (MODUs) intending to operate on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf. USCGs current thinking is to implement Chapter 6 of the 2009 International Maritime Organization (IMO) Mobile Offshore Drilling Units (MODU) Code. What this means for foreign-flagged MODUs that intend to operate in the U.S. outer costal waterways is that electrical equipment, which is installed in a location classified as hazardous, will require IECEx certification. IECEx is a global certification scheme for equipment and services that are used in potentially explosive atmospheres. NEMA serves as secretary for the U.S.
A view of the site of the Deepwater Horizon oil rig explosion and oil spill, almost one year later, in the Gulf of Mexico, 50 miles off the cost of Louisiana. Photo courtesy of IEC
National Committee of the IECEx (USNC/IECEx), which is the member body to the IECEx. The IMO MODU Code is the international standard for MODUs of new construction. The code is intended to facilitate the international movement and operation of MODUs by ensuring a minimum level of safety of the unit and for the personnel on board. It covers the construction of MODUs and the attached equipment. Regarding the latter, the 2009 MODU Code requires electrical equipment to be third-party tested and certified in accordance with the IEC 60079 series of standards. It should be noted that IEC 60079 series of standards do not address fire and electrical shock hazards and may not be suitable for use with the U.S. electrical safety system. USCG specifically excluded acceptance of electrical equipment certification under the European Commission Directive (94/9/EC) on Equipment and Protective
Systems Intended for use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres (ATEX Directive). USCG and IECEx have similar concerns with the ATEX Directive. ATEX lacks third-party assurance of the manufacturers attestation to the safety of their electrical product. The near universal acceptance of IECEx is due in large part to the sharing of thirdparty test results produced by national certification bodies that have undergone peer assessment. Another concern with ATEX is that it allows the use of alternative approaches to satisfy technical requirements in IEC 60079, while the IECEx requires strict adherence. IECEx is unlikely to change its rules or procedures to be consistent with the EU, even though its safety continuesto be demonstrated through the passage of time. ei Joel Solis, NEMA Conformity Assessment Manager and USNC/IECEx Secretary | joel_solis@nema.org
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International Roundup
NEMA Participates in Global Lighting Association Strategic Planning Meeting
NEMA played a key role in the recent strategic planning meeting of the Global Lighting Association (GLA) Board of Directors. It was held in India and hosted by the local trade association, ELCOMA. The purpose of the meeting was to sharpen the focus of this emerging international lighting industry organization, defining its vision, scope, and priorities. GLA represents a recent evolution of the Global Lamp Forum that was initially formed in 2007, and consists of the national lighting industry trade associations from around the world. In addition to NEMA, GLA includes member associations from Australia, Brazil, China, European Union, India, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan, representing more than 5,000 lighting product manufacturers. GLA serves the interests of its members by sharing information relevant to the lighting industry and by developing and publishing industry positions on a variety of issues of importance to lighting industry manufacturers, including those involving the environment, efficiency, and trade facilitation. While GLA develops the positions, advocacy efforts are the responsibility of individual member associations working with their respective government officials. The lighting industry is undergoing revolutionary change with the introduction and rapid evolution of solid-state lighting products. Anticipating government initiatives worldwide to regulate emerging issues associated with this technology, GLA permits manufacturers to develop a
Members of the GLA Board and participants in its strategic planning meeting (including Gene Eckhart, NEMA, second row far right; and Pekka Hakkarainen, Lutron, bottom row, far right) are working to sharpen the focus of the emerging international lighting industry. Photo courtesy of Gene Eckhart
common industry position to ensure that regulatory developments are coherent. In preparation for the strategic planning meeting, NEMA member company representatives and staff identified three key goals for GLA: improved market access; regulatory coherence and harmonization that rewards world class technology (safety, performance, and efficiency); and support for public policies that support the adoption of efficient lighting technologies.
The decisions made at the strategic planning meeting ensure that GLA (www.globallightingassociation.org) will continue at the crossroads of technical, trade, and policy developments of critical importance to NEMAs lighting member companies. Expect to see regular reports on the activities of this emerging association.
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Pekka Hakkarainen, PhD, Vice President, Lutron Electronics Company | phakkarainen@lutron.com Gene Eckhart, Senior Director for International Operations | gene.eckhart@nema.org
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Economic Spotlight
EBCI Online
NEMAs Electroindustry Business Confidence Index (EBCI) for current North American conditions can be found at www.nema.org/Jan13-EBCI. It is based on results of a monthly survey of senior managers at NEMA member companies and is designed to gauge the business confidence of the electroindustry in key world regions. ei
To find out how the Electroindustry Economic Outlook can help your business, contact tim_gill@nema.org (703-841-3298). ei
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Learn more about its members, advocacy efforts, standards, activities, and more at www.nema.org/Products/ Pages/Lighting-Systems.aspx Rebuilding after a major storm or other disaster is challenging. NEMA has compiled strategies and resources for reducing the impact of power outages through a stronger, smarter electric grid in After the Storm (www.nema.org/AfterTheStorm). The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) advocates electrical safety in the home and in the workplace in order to reduce electrically-related fatalities, injuries, and property loss. Toolkits, videos, and resources are available at esfi.org.
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The world of lighting is at your fingertips as the market transitions to more energy-efficient options. New technology choices are available. The Consumers Guide to Choosing Energy-Efficient Lighting explains Lighting Options for Your Home as well as The 5 Ls of Lighting in print and podcast formats. enLIGHTEN America not only promotes energy-efficient lighting upgrades for new and existing buildings, it also delivers a wealth of resources ranging from webcasts to information on tax deductions. NEMAs Lighting Systems Division encompasses ballasts, emergency lighting, lamps, lighting controls, luminaires, and solid-state lighting. stocK art crEdits:
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The Medical Imaging & Technology Alliance (MITA), a division of NEMA, is the collective voice of medical imaging equipment manufacturers, innovators, and product developers. Next month, MITA takes center stage to highlight how imaging is: confirming and understanding Alzheimers Disease diagnosing cardiac and neurological diseases making strides in radiation dose reduction improving patient outcomes and quality of life Plus, meet the people of MITA who provide leadership on legislative and regulatory issues.
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Product Showcase
Juno WarmDim G3 LED Downlights and Retrofit LED Trim Modules
Juno Exclusive WarmDim LED Dimming Select Juno Generation 3 LED Downlights and Retrofit LED Downlight and Eyeball Trim Modules are now available with WarmDim dimminga technology breakthrough exclusive to Juno that brings warmth and romance to LED lighting. Instead of the cool dimming usually associated with LEDs, Juno WarmDims proprietary, micro-processor controlled light engine actually warms LED color temperatures while dimming. www.junolightinggroup.com/splash_juno_warmdim_LED.asp
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Product Showcase
Philips Bodine BSL310 Emergency LED Driver
The Philips Bodine BSL310 Emergency LED Driver converts linear LED strip fixtures into code-compliant emergency lighting sources. The proliferation of LED lighting makes this emergency driver a significant addition to existing emergency lighting options. BSL310 is a universal input unit (120-277, 50/60 Hz) compatible with strips from a number of manufacturers and output Class 2compliant. It offers a 90-minute runtime, as required by emergency lighting code, and provides up to 1300 lumens in emergency mode. BSL310 operates an LED load with a rated stack voltage range of 10-50 VDC. The lamp selector included with BSL310 allows versatility. Without selector: Minimum 300 mA, 30-34 VDC (optimized range); Minimum 200 mA, 3550 VDC With selector: Minimum 400 mA, 1029 VDC Multiple case options are available: BSL310, polycarbonate case, no conduit; BSL310M, metal case, no conduit; and BSL310C, metal case with conduit. Canadian models (BSL310-CAN, BSL310M-CAN and BSL310C-CAN) are also offered. The BSL310 is UL recognized for factory installation and includes patent pending technology. www.philips.com/bodine
WattStopper FSP-211
WattStoppers FSP-211 is the first fixture-integrated motion sensor featuring two fully adjustable lighting levels plus off. Rated for wet and cold locations, its also IP66 outdoor-rated when installed in an IP66-rated fixture. A wireless handheld IR tool, the FSIR-100 provides full adjustability of sensor settings to significantly speed project commissioning. www.wattstopper.com
Toshiba Launches Downlight with Replaceable LED Light Module Product provides design flexibility and low maintenance solution
Toshiba International Corporation introduces the TLS-DMT6 LED Downlight, a new six-inch downlight with replaceable LED light module. Designed for general-purpose lighting in commercial and residential applications, Toshibas new downlight features multiple color temperatures, lumen outputs, and trim finishes. The LED module can be changed easily without having to replace the entire downlightmaking color temperature and lumen output changes easier for retailers, hoteliers, restaurateurs, or homeowners. The module is a complete lighting unit comprised of an integral driver, LED array, and built-in heat sink. The heat sink dissipates the heat generated by the LEDs, thus controlling the operating temperature to provide a high level of performance and ensure a long product life. The Toshiba TLS-DMT6 LED Downlight is available in 1100- and 1500- lumen outputs and 3000, 3500, and 4000 color temperatures. The spring-loaded socket with notch and marking make installation and replacement easy. Using only 20 watts (1100 lumens) or 26 watts (1500 lumens), Toshibas downlight uses a fraction of the energy that a conventional incandescent or halogen downlight requires. It is manufactured to RoHS and UL standards and comes with a five-year warranty. www.toshiba.com/lighting
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Product Showcase
EMerge Alliance Registered Version of OSRAM RLC22 LED 2x2 Luminaire
The Next Generation Luminaires award winning OSRAM RLC22 LED 2x2 luminaire is now EMerge Alliance registered and compatible with Armstrong DC FlexZone ceilings for plug-and-play flexibility in dc power applications. The dc power interface brings unprecedented design and space flexibility, greater energy efficiency and improved sustainability. The round aperture of the fixture offers an architecturally pleasing alternative to the checkerboard ceiling pattern created by linear fluorescent fixtures. The light emitting surface is recessed, producing comfortable and uniform illumination to walls and work surfaces. As an LED luminaire with a rated life of 50,000 hours at L85, the environmentally preferable RLC22 is RoHS compliant. The light engine offers color consistency within a 3-step MacAdam ellipse. It is highly efficient with typical efficacies of up to 87 lumens per watt, and is available in light level of 3200 lumens. The fixture ships standard with a 0-10V dimming interface. The fixture is available in 3250K, 3500K, and 4000K CCT versions. The luminaire is composed of high strength steel and aluminum structural components. The fixture features integrated earthquake clips. The luminaire features a powder coated, architectural mattewhite finish. The RLC22 fixture is covered by the standard OSRAM 5 year warranty. www.sylvania.com
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Lithonia Lighting D-Series Wall Sizes 1 and 2 Outdoor Lighting/ Landscape Lighting
Sophisticated styling gives the D-Series Wall luminaires a definitive look that enhances the exterior of any facility. Designed to replace up to a 175W metal halide, the D-Series Size 1 delivers up to 75 percent in energy savings over traditional metal halide luminaires. Available with 10 or 20 LEDs, the Size 1 has an expected service life of more than 100,000 hours, or more than 20 years of nighttime use. The D-Series Wall Size 2 is a high-output, wall-mounted luminaire that is powerful but precise producing sites that make a distinct impression with dramatic results. The luminaire is designed for mounting heights of up to 30 feet and provides enhanced flexibility for luminaire placement and area-specific light levels. The Size 2 is available in 20 or 30 LED configurations and is designed to replace up to a 400W metal halide luminaire. Similar to the D-Series Wall Size 1, the D-Series Wall Size 2 offers the same expected service life of more than 100,000 hours. www.lithonia.com
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Product Showcase
Gotham Incito LED Open Downlight
The Incito LED open downlight is a new series of solid-state luminaires that combines the performance characteristics of multiple light sources and handle a wide array of lighting scenarios. The design team created a revolutionary LED platform combining the best attributes of quartz, halide, and metal light sources for up to 2,000 possible performance combinations. Incito downlights feature top performance characteristicslamp life, dimming capability, color, efficacy, and lumen packagesfrom multiple light sources in a single system, allowing designers to configure luminaires for a variety of ceiling heights from 12- to100-feet. The series combines long-life LED technology, seamless dimming capabilities, and numerous lumen packages, ranging from 2000 to 6500 lumens. Incito downlights deliver the energy efficiency and long life of solid-state technology, which results in both energy and maintenance savings over downlights using traditional light sources. They provide system-wide control because every device in every zone or network is digitally addressable using nLight technology from Acuity Brands. Incito downlights also offer ultra-smooth dimming capabilities from 100 percent to less than 1 percent standard. www.gotham.com
New BJB Connector for COBs Luxeon K12 and K16 from Philips Lumileds
The new BJB connector is the perfect solution to connect the new COB series from Philips Lumileds. No soldering is required and the connector is fixed by only two screws. With the BJB push-wire contacts, wiring is easy and dependable. Reliable thermal management ensures long-term operation but can quickly be upgraded or replaced if necessary. Additionally, a new kind of reflector interface was integrated into the design which is compatible with multiple reflector types. www.bjb.com
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Product Showcase
Worlds First Round LEDs
Luminus Devices, known for their large monolithic LED chips, has developed Round Big Chip LEDs to boost system-level throughput and efficiency while delivering significantly higher lumen density than circular arrays of traditionally shaped LEDs. In optical architectures of high power fixtures with a circular aperture, Round LED chips can increase system-level efficiency by as much as 30%, making a 250W HID lamp or a fiber coupled 300W xenon lamp replaceable with a single LED. It is opening new markets to solid-state lighting. Developing and manufacturing an LED with a circular emission area becomes compelling when a light engine with a very simple, compact, and efficient optical system needs to be created. In the event that more output is needed than what one large Round LED chip can produce, a few of these LEDs can be arrayed to create fixtures with 10,000 to 20,000 lumen system outputs. Markets and applications that will benefit from the Luminus Round LED technology include entertainment, medical, machine vision, portable, and retail spot lighting. Luminuss new Round LEDs are available in either 7mm2 or 14mm2 die sizes in white, plus red, green and blue in the 7mm2 size. www.luminus.com
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Using Lutron solutions, you can reduce overall electricity use up to 23%*.
Lutron solutions are wireless which simplies installation and minimizes disruption, making them perfect for your energy retrot. To learn more contact energy@lutron.com.
Radio Powr SavrTM wireless occupancy and daylight sensors, Maestro Wireless dimmer
* Lighting accounts for 39% of building electricity usage. (Energy Information Administration, 2003 Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey, released September 2008). Lighting energy savings exceeding 60% is frequently reported by customers using Lutron solutions as part of an overall energy-savings design program.
We Make ENERGY STAR and Required Safety Testing a Single, Seamlessly Efcient Process
Third-party certication and verication are now ENERGY STAR requirements. CSA Group has earned EPA recognition as an ENERGY STAR Testing Facility and Certication Body. That means today we can meet all of your lighting product safety and energy efciency testing needs with a single, seamlessly efcient testing program that saves you time and money. Look to CSA Group to meet ENERGY STAR requirements for lighting products including: Luminaires Lamps Decorative Light Strings If you prefer to perform testing using your own testing laboratory, we can qualify your lab facilities under our EPA accepted, Witnessed or Supervised Manufacturers Testing Laboratory program, then verify your test results and submit them to the EPA. Contact us today and learn how much time and money a combined safety and energy efciency testing program with CSA Group can save you.
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