Monday, January 23, 2012

Universal Lighting Technologies Unveils ULTim8 Programmed Start T8 Linear Fluorescent Ballasts

For controllability and energy savings in frequently switched applications,Universal Lighting Technologies has introduced the new ULTim8 Programmed Start Series of T8 linear fluorescent ballasts, designed to simplify compliance with legislative and code requirements that call for controllable lighting technologies such as occupancy sensors.

Featuring parallel lamp operation and ultra fast start times (<700 milliseconds), the new ULTim8 Programmed Start Series is engineered to reduce maintenance costs and extend lamp life in applications where lamps are being turned on and off throughout the day, whether manually or via lighting controls.

In addition, these ballasts are part of the NEMA Premium Electronic Ballast Program that identifies the most energy-efficient T8 fluorescent ballasts on the market today. This new addition to the ULTim8 High Efficiency ballast family includes 2-, 3-, and 4-lamp models with both 0.88 (HE) and 0.71(EL) ballast factor options available.

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) 2011 Progress Report

The Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IES) has published the 2011 Progress Report. (A .pdf link to the complete report at the bottom of this blog).

Each year, the IES Progress Committee offers manufacturers the opportunity to submit significant product developments and improvements to the lighting industry through the IES Progress Report. The mission of the Progress Committee is to keep in touch with developments in the art and science of lighting throughout the world and prepare a yearly report of achievements for the Society. Acceptance in the Progress Report is based on an impartial judging process used by the committee to evaluate each submission on its uniqueness, innovation and significance to the lighting industry.

Of the 261 submittals for 2011, 156 were accepted into the Report. Submissions were made in the following categories: Light Sources, Luminaires, Materials, Power Supplies, Accessories, Research, Publications, and Design Tools. The entries in the Report include a product photo, product name, essential features why it was selected and a contact for more information.


http://www.ies.org/PDF/ProgressReport/PR.pdf