Lighting as a Service Market to 2021: N.A. Dominates 46% CAGR Global Growth

The lighting as a service market is projected to hit USD 638.7 million by 2021 with municipal end user segment expected to grow at a highest CAGR while North America is expected to be the largest market for lighting as a service.

Lighting as a service (LaaS) is an enhanced form of lighting that is enabling the move from traditional lighting to smart lighting using sensors and Internet of Thing (IoT) technology to reduce energy cost and increase energy efficiency without any investment from the end-user. Increasing demand for energy efficient lighting and government policies and regulations for adoption of energy efficient lighting systems are expected to drive the lighting as a service market. Lack of awareness about the true value propositions of the lighting as service model is acting as a restraint for the growth of the lighting as a service market.  

The Municipal segment is expected to witness fastest demand during the forecast period. The municipal end users include lighting offered by local governments for streets, open public spaces, walkways, bridges, public parking areas, and highways. Plans to develop smart city infrastructure is driving municipalities to adopt advanced, intelligent lighting systems.

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Martinsville Speedway Announces LED Lighting Project

Martinsville Speedway remained one of the few tracks on the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series schedule without permanently installed track lighting. That all changed on Wednesday afternoon.

The historic Martinsville Speedway is set to install lights. Martinsville track President Clay Campbell, Dale Earnhardt Jr., and Bill Mansfield from Graybar (company installing the lights) announced plans on Tuesday. The lighting project will cost five million dollars and the expected completion date is the end of 2016.

Track lighting will be implemented for “insurance” purposes after last year’s Goody’s Headache Relief Shot 500. 18 cautions and threat of rain almost stopped the event short due to darkness. While the race was completed in it’s entirety, Jeff Gordon’s victory lane celebration took place under spotlights.

Martinsville is the first track to install LED lighting which is energy efficient and can be turned on instantly. LED lights will make the race look better both on TV and in person.  Earnhardt Jr. added, “I think it’s great for the racetrack and it certainly opens up a ton of possibilities for the future of the track itself.”

Fans have been asking about a night race at Martinsville Speedway for many years. However, NASCAR’s start times in 2017 are already locked in. Campbell said talk of anything beyond 2017 would only be speculation.

While a night race at Martinsville would be great, there’s something traditional about short track racing on a Sunday afternoon. Martinsville Speedway is the poster child for tradition. On the other hand a night race at Martinsville could bring a whole new sense of excitement to the track.

The Sprint Cup Series will visit Martinsville Speedway again on October 30th. This race will kick off the Round of Eight in the 2016 Chase for the Sprint Cup.

Written by: Aaron Hale

Original Article: http://beyondtheflag.com/2016/10/13/martinsville-speedway-announces-lighting-project/

Customer Service Disruptions Likely To Drag Down Cree's Top-Line In Q1'17 Too

Leading LED manufacturer, Cree  ( CREE ) is set to report its Q1 2017 earnings on October 18th.   (Fiscal years end with June.) Going by the company's guidance for the quarter, we can expect its revenues and margins to decline in Q1'17, both sequentially and on a year-over-year basis. The primary reason for the decline can be attributed to the customer service disruptions caused by an ERP system upgrade that was initiated by Cree in fiscal Q3'16. It is worth noting that the company's sales cycle lasts around two to three quarters, and for this reason we can expect the negative impact of service disruptions caused in Q3'16 to last into Q1'17 as well. Furthermore, Cree expects its operating revenues to remain flat in FY 2017, even though it forecasts the overall market size to expand during this period. Fierce competition in the LED industry, and its impact on pricing, are the reasons behind sluggish revenue growth for the company.

Read more: http://www.nasdaq.com/article/customer-service-disruptions-likely-to-drag-down-crees-top-line-in-q117-too-cm693628#ixzz4NO8yqK67

ABB Lighting Renames as Above All Lighting

ABB Lighting, a leading manufacturer of LED fixtures, announced that it has officially changed its name to Above All Lighting. The "Above All" name helps create a more distinct name for the company as it strives to continuously improve and earn a spot among the best in the LED lighting field.           

In addition to re-branding the company, the Above All Lighting Board of Directors has announced other changes to the management team.

To read the full article go here:  http://www.ledinside.com/news/2016/10/abb_lighting_renames_as_above_all_lighting

Verizon acquires IoT startup Sensity Systems to make cities smarter through LED lights

Verizon has acquired Internet of Things (IoT) startup Sensity Systems(“Sensity”), a company that provides smart LED lights for streets, airports, malls, and more. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Founded out of Sunnyvale, California in 2010, Sensity wants to capitalize on a global shift toward LED lighting in cities. The Climate Group has called on every“city and utility” around the world to switch to LED by 2025, with some conurbations already well on their way. Indeed, New York City (NYC) began rolling out energy-efficient LEDs on its streets back in 2015.

Sensity has said that the billions of LEDs that are expected to permeate cities in the near future will enable it to create a “high-speed, sensor-based, multiservice IoT platform.” Lighting owners can embed networking technology within their systems, meaning they can introduce a range of sensors for detecting moisture, ambient light, seismic activity, radiation, wind, temperature, air quality, and even parking availability. All of this is backed by a high-bandwidth wireless network that supports both point-to-point and mesh networks. Sensity says it already has 42 smart city installations around the world.

“Rapid urbanization is putting a huge strain on city services globally, coupled with inefficiencies caused by an aging infrastructure that currently supports critical functions, such as fire and emergency services, public transportation, lighting, sewer and sanitation systems,” said Sensity chairman and CEO Hugh Martin, in a press release. “Sensity realized early on that IoT could be the key to breaking out of this dilemma.”

To read the full article: http://venturebeat.com/2016/09/12/verizon-acquires-iot-startup-sensity-systems-to-make-cities-smarter-through-led-lights/

Cree LED T8 Lamp Recall Take 2

Cree Recalls LED T8 Lamps Due to Burn Hazard; Includes T8 Lamps Provided as Replacements in Previous Recall. The recalled lamps can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard.

Units

About 104,000 in the U.S. (in addition, 8,500 were sold in Canada)

Description

This recall involves Cree LED T8 Replacement Lamps, including lamps that were provided as free replacements for a previous recall in June 2015 and new lamps sold since the recall. These lamps are used indoors to replace traditional two-pin T8 fluorescent tubes. The white lamps have a cylindrical shape and measure 48 inches long. “Cree,” “BT848 Series Lamp,” the product number and a four-digit date code are printed on the lamp or on a white label affixed to the lamp.

Product Number	Lamp Description	Date Codes
BT848-17027FLW-BDG13-2C100	Linear LED T8 Replacement Lamp, 4 Ft, 1700 Lm, 2700K, 1-pack, US	06/15 07/15 08/15 09/15 10/15 11/15 12/15 01/16 02/16 03/16 04/16 05/16
BT848-17040FLW-BDG13-2C100	Linear LED T8 Replacement Lamp, 4 Ft, 1700 Lm, 4000K, 1-pack, US
BT848-17027FLW-BDG13-2C120	Linear LED T8 Replacement Lamp, 4 Ft, 1700 Lm, 2700K,10-pack, US
BT848-17040FLW-BDG13-2C120	Linear LED T8 Replacement Lamp, 4 Ft, 1700 Lm, 4000K, 10-pack, US

Incidents/Injuries

Cree has received 12 reports of the recalled lamps overheating and melting. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using, disconnect or switch off the fixture, remove the recalled lamp, put it in a safe place and contact Cree to receive a full refund. If consumers have received a free replacement lamp as part of the previous 2015 recall, they also should stop using the replacement lamps and contact Cree.

Cree toll-free at 888-338-7883 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email atT8Rledlamps@cree.com or online at www.cree.comand click on “Recalls” for more information.

http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Cree-Recalls-LED-T8-Lamps/

GE to close two Kentucky plants

GE Lighting announced Thursday that it plans to close its Lexington Lamp Plant and Somerset Glass Plant by August 2017.

The Lexington plant employs 139 people, most of which are bulk manufacturing jobs.

The Somerset plant makes halogen lamps and employs 71 people.

In a release, a GE spokesperson said that consumer demand for traditional lighting is at an all-time low, and as a result, the Lexington plant is operating at 15 percent capacity.

Looking forward, GE Lighting will focus entirely on driving innovation and growth in LED technology," the GE spokesperson said in a statement. "By 2020, half of the US market’s consumer light bulb sockets will be LED and more than 80 percent of all global lighting revenues will come from LED."

The Somerset plant was also operating at about 20 percent capacity due to the market shifting to LED lighting, said Jack Mazurak, a spokesperson for the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development.

Original article: http://www.wkyt.com/content/news/GE-closing-Lexington-Lamp-Plant-150-people-losing-jobs-389901122.html

GE to close Bridgeville lighting glass plant

Changes in the lighting industry will soon bring an end to the General Electric Lighting Glass Plant in Bridgeville, which has been a fixture there for nearly 100 years.

GE Lighting this month notified employees of its intent to close the plant, which employs 60 people.

In a statement, the company blamed the shift away from incandescent, halogen and specialty linear fluorescent lamps in the past decade.

A 2007 federal law set energy efficiency standards for light bulbs. Common household light bulbs that traditionally used between 40 and 100 watts had to meet the efficiency requirements by 2014.

GE's revenue from traditional incandescent and fluorescent lights has been declining as the government pushed for a phasing-out of the bulbs and consumers opted for more energy-efficient options, such as LED lights.

To read full article: http://triblive.com/business/headlines/10992020-74/plant-lighting-bridgeville

OSRAM's Encelium Connected Lighting Module Wins LIGHTFAIR Innovation Award

OSRAM innovations have been receiving numerous accolades recently in the United States, demonstrating how the lighting leader is shaping the future with smart lighting technology. Out of 28 entries, the OSRAM Connected Lighting Module (CLM) won “Best of Category” at the LIGHTFAIR Innovation Awards in the Control Components, Hardware and Systems category. In addition, six OSRAM ENCELIUM and OEM light engine products were recognized by Design Journal, an international trade publication for interior designers, architects and facility managers, as Best of 2015 Products and/or with Awards for Design Excellence (ADEX).

The OSRAM CLM is one of the first LED fixture dedicated device to enable “out-of-the-box” wireless lighting controllable fixtures. The module can be inserted into any fixture with a driver capable of providing 12V auxiliary output to instantly make them smart and able to be controlled wirelessly. It also allows fixtures to connect to multiple wireless systems and building control systems certified to the ZigBee®Home Automation standard, without the need to worry about compatibility and procurement with wireless light management systems. The OSRAM CLM is Daintree Networks® ControlScope® certified, will operate on ZigBee Home Automation networks, and integrates with the ENCELIUM® Energy Management System.

“At LIGHTFAIR, the feedback about the OSRAM Connected Lighting Module was fantastic. People told us how much they appreciate how simple and easy this exciting device enables the wireless controllability of luminaires,” said Tom Shottes, head of Digital Systems, Americas, OSRAM SYLVANIA. “Before, OEMs had to buy and figure out how to install the wireless enabling components for the manufacturer of the wireless system specified. Now, they can use one device that works with a variety of leading wireless controls systems and offer a standard wireless controllable fixture.”

Commissioned annually by Design Journal, ADEX is considered one of the largest architecture and design award competitions in the industry, recognizing winning entrants at Platinum, Gold and Silver award levels. The following OSRAM innovations were honored with ADEX awards:

• ENCELIUM Wireless Energy Management System – ADEX Platinum Award
• ENCELIUM Wireless Photo Sensor – ADEX Gold Award
• ENCELIUM Wireless Area Lighting Controller – ADEX Silver Award
• ENCELIUM Wireless Wallstation – ADEX Silver Award
• OSRAM PrevaLED® Core Pro AC light engines – ADEX Platinum Award
• OSRAM PrevaLED® Core Z4 Style light engine – ADEX Silver Award

An anonymous panel of professionals and specifiers representing a cross section of their respective design industries conducted all judging and voting for the ADEX competition, awarding points that determined Platinum, Gold or Silver award status. Points were awarded in a variety of sub-categories and a minimum number of points were necessary to qualify at each level. In addition to the ADEX awards, the ENCELIUM Wireless Energy Management System, Wireless Photo Sensor, Wireless Area Lighting Controller, and Wireless Wallstation were awarded Best of 2015 Products by Design Journal.

“Our focus is on delivering solutions that address the needs of the design community. I am proud that the hard work of the teams involved with bringing these products to the market is being recognized,” said Shottes.

ABOUT OSRAM SYLVANIA
OSRAM SYLVANIA is part of OSRAM Americas, a group of OSRAM companies located in North and South America. As a leader in lighting solutions and services, specializing in innovative design and energy saving technology, the company sells products for homes, businesses and vehicles under the brand names OSRAM, Traxon, ENCELIUM and SYLVANIA. The company's portfolio covers the entire value chain of components, ranging from lamps, control units and optical semiconductors such as light-emitting diodes (LED) to luminaires, light management systems and lighting solutions. The OSRAM SYLVANIA and OSRAM Americas regional headquarters is located in Wilmington, Massachusetts. For more information, visit www.osramamericas.com or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

ABOUT OSRAM
OSRAM, based in Munich, is a globally leading lighting manufacturer with a history dating back more than 100 years. The portfolio ranges from high-tech applications based on semiconductor technology, such as infrared or laser lighting, to smart and connected lighting solutions in buildings and cities. OSRAM had around 33,000 employees worldwide at the end of fiscal 2015 (September 30) and generated revenue of almost €5.6 billion in that fiscal year. The company is listed on the stock exchanges in Frankfurt and Munich (ISIN: DE000LED4000; WKN: LED 400; trading symbol: OSR). Additional information can be found at www.osram.com.

OSRAM and SYLVANIA are trademarked.
All other trademarks are those of their respective owners.

Contacts

OSRAM SYLVANIA
Glen Gracia, 978-570-3246
glen.gracia@sylvania.com

Rubik from Acuity Brands company, Mark Architectural Lighting

This is very cool and a must see for LightFair 2016.

EYE Lighting Retrofit Challenge Demonstration

Get a hands-on demonstration on how easy it is to take out the old HID light source and put in a LEDioc Retrofit. Stop by LIGHTFAIR Booth 2137 to take the Retrofit Challenge.

LG Electronics Introduces New LED Lighting Wireless Control Technologies

LED Wireless Control Platform to be Displayed at LIGHTFAIR 2016

LG Electronics USA has expanded the breadth of its industry-leading LED lighting controls and luminaires featuring ZigBee® integrated wireless technology. LG is displaying the expanded product line-up at LIGHTFAIR International 2016 (booth #3551).

At LIGHTFAIR this week, LG is demonstrating two new sensor products – the Smart Multi Sensor and Wireless Scheduling Switch – supporting the company's efforts to create a complete wireless control platform. LG's Smart Multi Sensor is an after-market accessory compatible with LG's LED troffers and downlights, designed for users who are looking to maximize energy savings with daylight harvesting and motion detection across an individual or network of fixtures. LG's Wireless Scheduling Switch is a dimmable light switch that offers full wireless control using ZigBee in order to turn a group of fixtures on and off at specific intervals, offering complete convenience in managing energy usage.

LG's current LED troffers and high bays provide wireless motion and daylight harvesting technology, which is easily controlled and commissioned through our intuitive Android mobile application. Building managers can now use the mobile app on Android devices to group fixtures, adjust light levels, adjust daylight harvesting, set automated scheduling and much more. LG systems use ZigBee open protocol wireless technology, which provides the flexibility to easily upgrade to a full lighting management system (LMS) or a building management system (BMS) through LG's third-party partners such as Daintree Networks.

"LG leads the way in implementing wireless connectivity capabilities throughout its LED offerings that are seamless and convenient for the customer to install and manage," said Sean Lafferty, head of LG's U.S. LED lighting business. "We look ahead in the coming months to debut a complete wireless control platform that will allow for integration of all our LED lighting products to operate within its own, independent ecosystem."

For more information on LG's newest wireless connectivity products featured at LIGHTFAIR International and to speak with an LG representative, visit LG Electronics' booth #3551. For more information on LG's U.S. lighting portfolio, please visitwww.lglightingus.com.

*ZigBee is a registered trademark of the ZigBee Alliance Corporation.**LG and logo are trademarks of LG Corp. Other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

CURRENT, POWERED BY GE, ACQUIRES DAINTREE NETWORKS TO TRANSFORM BUILDINGS FROM IDLE TO INTELLIGENT

PRESS RELEASE

CURRENT, POWERED BY GE, ACQUIRES DAINTREE NETWORKS TO TRANSFORM BUILDINGS FROM IDLE TO INTELLIGENT

Combined offering brings benefits of building automation systems to world’s small- to mid-sized buildings,
delivering energy cost savings of up to 60%, while reducing environmental footprint.
The acquisition will deliver an open, standards-based wireless, enterprise IoT solution for energy
management and intelligent environment applications.



BOSTON, MA – April 21, 2016 – Today Current, powered by GE (NYSE: GE), announced the acquisition of Daintree Networks, an Industrial Internet provider of building controls solutions for commercial facilities. This acquisition will enable Current to expand its building automation platform and its energy-as-a-service offering to small- and medium-size facilities through the deployment of Daintree’s open, standards-based wireless control systems.

Today, 90 percent of the world’s small- to mid-sized buildings do not have building automation systems. Integrating Daintree Networks’ open-standard networked wireless control solution, ControlScope, into Current’s building automation portfolio addresses that problem. The joint solution links data from lighting and HVAC systems directly to Predix, GE’s Industrial Internet software platform – allowing customers to analyze their energy consumption and identify data patterns to increase efficiency and reduce power levels. Fortune 500 and mid-size enterprises across North America, including Universal Music Group, the Salk Institute, and National Bank of Arizona use Daintree technology to manage over one million lights, thermostats, and sensors in office, retail and industrial locations, delivering monthly lighting and HVAC energy cost savings of up to 60%.

“By combining Daintree’s open-standard control and sensing technology with GE’s Predix platform, Current’s building automation platform and its energy-as-a-service offerings, we’ll deliver the industry’s first next-generation, scalable cloud-based energy management and facilities optimization platform for every building type and size,” said Maryrose Sylvester, President and CEO of Current, powered by GE. “Our combined strengths will help customers, big or small, achieve a reduced carbon footprint and increased energy savings, and provide a solution for ecosystem partners to grow.”

This acquisition brings to Current an extensive ecosystem of value-added resellers, system integrators and device partners with long-standing experience in helping enterprises deploy and optimize ControlScope in commercial, retail and industrial environments. Built to established open protocol standards, Daintree’s ControlScope technology can be deployed wirelessly and securely in almost any enterprise and ensure interoperability between products offered by multiple device vendors.

The acquisition comes just six months after the formation of Current, a first-of-its-kind energy start-up within GE that integrates GE's LED and onsite power businesses with GE’s industrial strength Predix platform to deliver the most cost effective energy management platform required by customers today and in the future. GE’s Predix platform is open, flexible, and securely connects multiple third party devices and assets to the Industrial Internet.

“Daintree has been in the enterprise IoT space for a long time, so we are excited to join Current in bringing
customers an enhanced lighting and energy management solution that can be applied to a wide range of buildings including grocery stores, neighborhood banks and office environments,” says Derek Proudian, CEO of Daintree Networks. “Through this integration, we will help our customers achieve the promise of the Industrial Internet: greater control, lower maintenance costs and increased operational efficiencies.”

Upon completion of the acquisition, Current will integrate Daintree’s employees in California, Australia and
Massachusetts into its structure.

About GE
GE (NYSE:GE) is the world’s Digital Industrial Company, transforming industry with software-defined machines and solutions that are connected, responsive and predictive. GE is organized around a global exchange of knowledge, the “GE Store,” through which each business shares and accesses the same technology, markets, structure and intellect. Each invention further fuels innovation and application across our industrial sectors. With people, services, technology and scale, GE delivers better outcomes for customers by speaking the language of industry. www.ge.com

About Daintree Networks, Inc.
Daintree Networks® leads the market in smart building control, sensing, and Enterprise Internet of Things™ (E-IoT™) applications. ControlScope®, the company’s open networked wireless solution for lighting and building control, monitoring, and optimization, reduces energy and operating costs, improves the occupant experience, increases business productivity and scales to manage a large portfolio of buildings. Leveraging an open system architecture and an expanding ecosystem of certified lighting, building, and software partners, ControlScope also serves as a platform for best-of-breed applications such as facility and asset management, space planning, and more. Daintree is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California. More information is available at daintree.net.

Foreverlamp™ introduces the Industry’s First LED Plug-N-Play Replacement Lamp for 1000W MH applications.

Foreverlamp™, an innovator in retrofit lamp design, will introduce the industry’s first 1000W plug-n-play replacement lamp for Metal Halide lamps during LIGHTFAIR® International.  The powerful LED lamp delivers up to 42,000 lumens at 400 watts providing the most powerful replacement lamp lumen package available in the industry today. The new 1000W lamp will save 600 watts per socket over MH providing an eco-friendly alternative to MH with the simple screw in replacement of a light bulb.  

The Foreverlamp Series of plug-n-play bulbs features a patented cooling system and innovative design that allows for a quick and easy plug-n-play installation.   Each lamp is designed to work with the existing magnetic ballast and sockets and doesn’t require any re-wiring, reconfiguration and/ or contractors to install.  Installation simply involves, unscrewing the existing Metal Halide lamp and replacing it with a Foreverlamp.

Known for “Big Lumen Lighting”, the Los Angeles-based manufacturer has an advanced 1000W retrofit LED solution to replace 750W and 1000W Metal Halide lamps providing up to 42,000 lumens. The new 1000W lamp offers the highest lumen package and delivers 42,000 lumens with a CRI of 83 in 5000K. Foreverlamp is the only manufacturer that offers both 1000W and 400W MH plug-n-play replacement lamp solutions. Compatible with 400W through 175W pulse and probe start ballasts, the Foreverlamp Retrofit Series consists of two different lamp sizes and versatile lumen outputs from 18,000 to 27,000.  The GS Series comes standard as a bi-directional uplight / downlight for high output applications with a versatile range of 9,900 lumens to 24,000 lumens. The PS Series delivers a smaller, yet powerful form factor with up to 21,000 lumen outputs and available in both standard and high output.  The entire Foreverlamp Retrofit Series including the new 1000W lamp is designed for use with any open fixture. Lamp life is expected to exceed 50,000 hours and comes with a standard 5 year warranty.

Foreverlamp products are key to creating efficiencies in sustainable warehouse, retail, recreational and commercial operations. These advanced LED lighting solutions enable customers to re-use their existing lighting fixtures in an eco-friendly manner by simply replacing a light bulb. Utilizing Foreverlamp products as a retrofit lamp solution can help companies significantly reduce operating costs, positively impacting employee productivity, and aide in reaching sustainability goals.  For a complete listing of Foreverlamp products, visit www.foreverlamp.com.

Foreverlamp™ 1000W Product Features include:

• Industry’s First 1000W Direct Replacement LED lamp
• 42,000 lumens
• 400 watts
• 5000K, +83 CRI
• Instant On / Off
• Dimmable with LED driver
• Saves 600 Watts Per Socket
• Works with existing magnetic probe and pulse start ballasts
• Replaces traditional Metal Halide Lamps for 1000W and 750W
• Patented cooling and innovative design
• Features Direct-Fit EZ Install® technology
• UL Recognized. LM 79 & LM 80 Reports available
• 50,000 hours
• 5-year unconditional warranty

Foreverlamp will be exhibiting at LIGHTFAIR® International in Booth # 7311. For additional information, visit www.Foreverlamp.com.

OSRAM Connected Lighting Module Helps OEMS Make Standard Luminaires Smart

Revolutionary ZigBee Home Automation Certified Device Enables Easy Wireless Control of Smart Building Lighting

North American lighting leader OSRAM SYLVANIA announced the OSRAM Connected Lighting Module (CLM), one of the first LED fixture dedicated device to enable “out-of-the-box” wireless lighting controllable fixtures.  The module can be inserted into any fixture with a driver capable of providing 12V auxiliary output to instantly make them smart and able to be controlled wirelessly.  It also allows fixtures to connect to multiple wireless systems and building control systems certified to the ZigBee® Home Automation standard, without the need to worry about compatibility and procurement with wireless light management systems.  The OSRAM CLM is Daintree Networks® ControlScope® certified, will operate on ZigBee Home Automation networks, and integrates with the ENCELIUM® Energy Management System. 
“The versatility of this exciting OSRAM device solves most of the logistical issues for wireless integration and creates standardization in a market that is very fragmented,” said Tom Shottes, head of Digital Systems, Americas, OSRAM SYLVANIA.  “Before, OEMs had to buy and figure out how to install the wireless enabling components for the manufacturer of the wireless system specified.  Now, they can use one device that works with a variety of leading wireless controls systems and offer a standard wireless controllable fixture.”
Simple in Design, Powerful in Compatibility and FunctionalityThe OSRAM Connected Lighting Module’s unique form factor is intended for installation into a standard ½” knockout present on virtually every LED fixture.  There are no specific requirements for it to be installed on the visual side of the fixture, eliminating the potential impact to the aesthetics of the fixture.  The OSRAM CLM is a low voltage, plenum rated, UL-listed device which requires 12V DC power to operate and controls LED fixtures light levels via standard 0-10V control based on commands received through the wireless network.  It pairs optimally with OSRAM’s award-winning OPTOTRONIC® Linear Programmable LED Drivers, which provide the necessary power and eliminate the need for additional power packs. 
“The ZigBee Alliance produces open, global wireless standards that provide the foundation for the Internet of Things by enabling simple and smart objects to work together, improving comfort and efficiency in everyday life.  OSRAM has been a great partner of the ZigBee Alliance and of open standards based wireless communication.  This is a huge step forward in the right direction for wireless interoperability in commercial applications,” said Mark Walters, vice president of strategic development, ZigBee Alliance. 
“Daintree has been a long term advocate of open protocols and ZigBee Home Automation as a standard for wireless control of commercial buildings.  Wireless controls are enabling the roadmap for smart buildings, and we are delighted to see OSRAM deliver a product that simplifies wireless fixture integration,” said Danny Yu, president, Daintree Networks. 
“For over 15 years, specifiers and architects have been turning to ENCELIUM for its flexibility to connect a range of technologies to a single platform at any point of time in a building’s life.  This new component enables more fixtures to ship to a project site ready to be connected to our platform at any time,” said Chuck Piccirillo, ENCELIUM director of marketing, OSRAM SYLVANIA.  “This is a game-changer in that our platform can now be deployed well after fixtures are installed into a space without added hardware to the fixture, giving owners the option to decide on using our platform at any point of time with minimal upfront investment to enhance their ability to analyze and update space requirements down to the individual fixture.”

What You Should Know About UL Certified Retrofit Kits

UL Publishes a Paper on What You Should Know about UL Lighting Retrofit Kits

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Does retrofitting a luminaire ‘void’ its UL Listing? 
Retrofitting an installed luminaire does not impact the original Listing. The UL Listing Mark is applied by the luminaire manufacturer (OEM) at the factory. It is the manufacturer’s attestation that the product met the appropriate UL Standard when it was shipped. The UL Certification Mark on the Retrofit Kit indicates that the kit (including its components and the accompanying installation instructions) have been evaluated by UL for use with the identified luminaires. It also indicates that when the kit is installed in accordance with its markings and instructions, the converted luminaire complies with UL 1598, the UL standard for luminaires.

2. Is a UL Field Evaluation required for retrofitting? 
If a UL Certified Retrofit Kit is installed in strict adherence with its installation instructions, then a Field Evaluation should not be required on the modified luminaire.

3. Does the local authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) need to be notified when a luminaire is retrofitted?
Jurisdictions typically require permits and AHJ approval when retrofitting installed luminaires. Since regulations vary by jurisdiction you should check with your local AHJ regarding the regulations in your area.

4. Is it acceptable for installers to build their own retrofit kit using “off the shelf” pieces and parts? 
The 2014 NEC, Section 410.6 requires luminaire retrofit kits to be Listed. UL Certified Retrofit Kits include parts and instructions that have been verified to confirm that the modified luminaire would comply with the UL standard for luminaires (UL 1598) - when installed in according to instructions. If an installer or contractor decides to modify a luminaire using off-the-shelf pieces and parts instead of using a UL Certified Retrofit Kit, then the modified luminaire would be no different than any other field-modified electrical equipment, and its compliance with applicable Codes and standards would need to be determined either by UL via a Field Evaluation or by an AHJ in accordance with local regulations.

5. Where do I find UL Certified Retrofit Kits? 
Suppliers of UL certified Retrofit Kits can be found at www.UL.com/ database by searching under the UL category code “IFAR”. UL also offers an on-line database, which can be searched parametrically to find UL Certified Retrofit Kits that meet specific applications. Go to http://iq.ul.com/ssl/ choose “LED retrofit kits” from the drop-down menu and simply select the parameters that you need. The database will do the rest!

6. Is permission from the original luminaire manufacturer required to retrofit their product? 
Installed luminaires are the responsibility of the owner. The owner makes the decision regarding retrofitting and should consider suitability of the proposed UL Certified Retrofit Kit(s)for the target luminaires as well as installer qualifications necessary to meet the local code requirements. However, retrofitting a luminaire without explicit permission from the luminaire manufacturer could eliminate any remaining warranty coverage.

7. What qualifications are required for someone to retrofit a luminaire? 
Jurisdictions vary in their adopted requirements regarding qualifications necessary for modifying installed equipment. Some areas may require licensed electricians and some allow other means of qualifying retrofit installers. Contact your local AHJ or planning department to determine the qualifications necessary in your area.

8. Can a retrofit kit be made by a manufacturer other than the original luminaire manufacturer? 
UL certified Retrofit Kits can be made by any company. Some luminaire manufacturers may make retrofit kits specific for their luminaires. The kit’s installation instructions identify the type of luminaire for which the kit is intended and should always be consulted prior to any retrofit decision to determine suitability.

9. Are retrofit kits for specific luminaires or are they generic? 
Retrofit kit manufacturers can certify their products for either specific luminaire models or for generic types of luminaires that meet the specific mechanical and electrical criteria identified in the kit’s installation instructions. This criteria typically includes the original luminaire’s minimum or maximum dimensions, the luminaire’s shape or configuration (i.e.: troffer, high hat, etc.) and any specific physical features that are required for proper fit. When kits are certified for specific luminaire models, their installation instructions will include the luminaire model numbers.

10. What is included in a retrofit kit? 
Certified retrofit kits always contain a set of detailed Installation instructions which identify the type of luminaires(s) for which the kit is suitable, major kit components, preparation steps (including drawings and/ or figures) and wiring instructions. Kits include the major components such as the LED Driver or Power Supply, LED Modules and mounting means. Kits might also include adhesives, connectors, lampholders, and wire, although these common components may instead be called out in the installation instructions as installer supplied parts.

11. Where is the retrofit kit certification mark? 
The UL Certification Mark is required to be located on a kit component in a manner such that it will be visible during servicing after the kit’s installation. Typically this is on the LED light source (lamp) or its driver.

12. Why are both a UL Recognized Mark and a Classification Mark on the power supply? 
Most components used in retrofit kits are required to be separately evaluated and will bear the UL Recognition Mark or the UL Listing Mark. As such one major component of the kit (the LED driver or the LED lamp) will include an additional UL Certification Mark related to the retrofit kit.

13. Can I retrofit refrigerated display cases? 
The requirements for refrigerated display cases are somewhat different than those for luminaires. UL evaluates LED retrofit kits specifically for commercial refrigerators and freezers under category code IFAS. This helps to ensure that the modified equipment will continue to comply with UL 471, the UL Standard for Commercial Refrigerators and Freezers.

14. Can I retrofit Signs? 
There are also separate requirements for retrofit kits intended for field installation into UL certified signs. UL evaluates such kits under category code UYWU to ensure the converted sign continues to comply with UL 48, the UL Standard for Electric Signs.

15. How do I get UL certification to make retrofit kits? 
Contact UL at LightingInfo@UL.com.

16. Who can I contact if I see retrofit kits or products being misused in the marketplace or in the field? Report safety related concerns about UL products to our Market Surveillance team by filing a Product Incident Report. To file a report go to www.UL.com/ahjreport.

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Samsung and Daintree Networks Team Up to Advance Smart Building IoT

SEOUL, Korea and LOS ALTOS, Calif.—March 16, 2016—Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., andDaintree Networks®—the leader in open networked wireless control, sensing and Enterprise Internet of Things™ solutions for smart buildings—are collaborating on joint solutions involving Samsung’s smart lighting module (SLM). Samsung’s SLM, which will be integrated with LED luminaires from lighting OEMs, enables greater intelligence through device-level processing, as well as enhanced connectivity through multiple embedded communications technologies, including the open standard ZigBee® protocol.  Combining Samsung’s SLM technology with the Daintree Networks ControlScope® networked wireless control solution makes new Internet of Things (IoT) applications possible for smart buildings.

Dr. Jacob Tarn, Executive Vice President, LED Business Team, Samsung Electronics, explained, “Samsung’s SLM technology will make all devices connected to it, from LED luminaires to sensors to future control products, even smarter. Because SLM is the key for a wide variety of smart lighting applications, our customers can achieve fast time-to-market and their luminaires can be optimized for many different smart lighting environments. By partnering with Daintree Networks, with their ControlScope solution, we will support traditional lighting control as well as enable new sensor-driven applications. For example, by connecting third-party occupancy sensors to our SLM technology, ControlScope customers will be able to more accurately monitor occupant patterns that can improve business operations and enhance security in retail environments.”

“Our partnership with Samsung reinforces our commitment to provide open wireless networking solutions to enable the Enterprise Internet of Things^TM (E-IoT^TM),” said Derek Proudian, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Daintree Networks, Inc. “The unique architecture found in Samsung’s SLM is a great match for the advanced technology in ControlScope and further demonstrates connected LED lighting as the natural infrastructure for smart buildings across retail, office and industrial environments. With an expanding array of open standard control devices and open software innovation, Daintree is accelerating the development of high-value business outcomes for our enterprise customers. We are excited to collaborate with Samsung to advance our industry.”

ControlScope is an open standards-based mesh networking control solution and enterprise IoT platform. Daintree Networks provides the in-building wireless network communications and cloud-based intelligent control software, and customers are free to choose from a variety of third-party control devices including sensors, fixtures, programmable thermostats, and more—all using trusted industry standards for wireless communications. Daintree Networks’ ControlScope is the industry’s most flexible, cost-effective energy management and building automation solution that also enables the sensor data-driven E-IoT.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies that redefine the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, cameras, digital appliances, printers, medical equipment, network systems, and semiconductor and LED solutions. We are also leading in the Internet of Things space with the open platform SmartThings, our broad range of smart devices, and through proactive cross-industry collaboration. We employ 319,000 people across 84 countries with annual sales of US $196 billion. To discover more, and for the latest news, feature articles and press material, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at news.samsung.com.

About Daintree Networks, Inc.

Daintree Networks® leads the market in smart building control, sensing, and Enterprise Internet of Things™ (E-IoT™) applications. ControlScope®, the company’s open networked wireless solution for lighting and building control, monitoring, and optimization, reduces energy and operating costs, improves the occupant experience, increases business productivity and scales to manage a large portfolio of buildings. Leveraging an open system architecture and an expanding ecosystem of certified lighting, building, and software partners, ControlScope also serves as a platform for best-of-breed applications such as facility and asset management, space planning, and more. Daintree is headquartered in Silicon Valley, California.  More information is available at daintree.net.

Daintree Networks and Partners Drive Industry’s Only Open Standards Wireless Ecosystem

LOS ALTOS, Calif.—March 24, 2016—Daintree Networks^®, the leader in open networked wireless control, sensing, and Enterprise Internet of Things™ solutions for smart buildings, and its ecosystem partners are leading the industry by driving open standards embedded wireless connectivity to provide more product choices and lower costs. Together, Daintree Networks and its ecosystem partners are advancing the Enterprise Internet of Things (E-IoT^TM) to create smart buildings.

“Daintree has an easy, streamlined program that enables our product partners to join the ControlScope^® ecosystem and deliver standard ZigBee^®-ready luminaires, LED drivers and other devices quickly to market,” said Peter Atanasovski, Vice President, Product Management, Daintree Networks, Inc. “This includes a clearly defined ZigBee device interface development package for a growing community of supported devices, access to program partners for full-lifecycle development support, and a certification process that ensures interoperability and successful field deployment for our channel partners and end users. By partnering with best-of-breed product and service providers, we can leverage their innovation and drive cost-effective solutions. These partnerships further Daintree Networks’ commitment to provide a wide variety of open wireless networking solutions for commercial, retail, and industrial customers to control and manage lighting and other high-value applications, such as HVAC and plug loads, and enable the E-IoT.”

“We’re the place to start when looking for wireless enterprise lighting solutions with ZigBee-ready LED drivers, stud-mount and linear ballast enclosures as well as ZigBee end-node adaptors that are Daintree ControlScope-certified and ready to deploy. Our Daintree-certified products are helping to drive the Internet of Things for the enterprise,” said Gail Wang, President of Magtech Industries. “With 26 years of experience in switch-mode power supply design and manufacturing, Magtech brings considerable expertise to the LED lighting industry and has quickly become a leader in the LED lighting space.”

Marshall Miles, Vice President, Business Development at Inventronics said, “Our CNV-ZIGB wireless dimming converter for ZigBee lighting-control networks provides maximum flexibility in lighting design and effortless facility expansions without the high installation costs of control wiring. The wireless dimming converter enables one or more Inventronics LED drivers to be controlled by Daintree’s ControlScope network solution. With ControlScope, the interoperability with other ZigBee devices such as switches, dimmers, occupancy and daylight sensors allows us to provide wireless connectivity at the lowest system cost for a wide range of indoor and outdoor lighting applications.”

EuControls Corp. is dedicated to the development and manufacture of LED lighting controls, and the newly released Lighting Control Module (LCM) is Daintree compatible and a ZigBee-certified HA product. LCM enables wireless connectivity for LED drivers, or any 0-10V dimming ballast lighting system. “Our team has been working with Daintree Networks for years by participating in and enhancing ControlScope’s interoperable enterprise network solutions, and our LCM works with ControlScope seamlessly,” said Steve Turner, Vice President of Marketing & Sales. EuControls is a member of the ZigBee Alliance and its innovative products encompass digital LED controllers and sensors for intelligent lighting management and energy savings.

MMB Networks offers a turnkey ControlScope-enablement solution for lighting and sensors, with drop-in ZigBee modules powered by MMB’s RapidConnect networking software. RapidConnect is an embedded application that simplifies development, reduces time-to-market from months to weeks, and gives IoT devices robust, real-world networking and interoperability including out of the box support for Daintree Networks’ ControlScope. MMB is also an official Daintree Networks test partner, providing end-to-end enablement and certification support, as well as development and customization services.