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Lumileds LUXEON 7070 HE Delivers Extreme Performance for Outdoor Lighting Applications
Lumileds’ newest LUXEON 7070 HE delivers more than 1500 lumens and over 190 lm/W, simplifying the development of outdoor lighting applications that require very high
WAC SMART LIGHTING SYSTEM
The WAC HOME smart lighting system allows users to control lighting with a tap or a voice command. They can adjust the color temperature or
Barron Lighting LED Area Light
The SWOA Series LED Area Light is designed for versatility, durability and superior energy efficiency. It’s engineered to provide customizable lighting solutions for parking lots,
SATCO|NUVO’s LED T8 with Integrated Emergency Backup – CCT Selectable | Ballast Bypass
SATCO|NUVO’s LED T8 Lamps with Emergency Battery Backup are UL924 listed for use in emergency lighting applications. Custom lamp holders and set screws lock the
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Drones Sharpen Focus on Emerging Applications by Deborah L. O’Mara
Packed with the latest sensing, machine-learning and computer processing technologies, the role of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), also known as drones, is being redefined in next-generation emerging applications—finding increased use in markets seeking higher levels of safety and more efficient operations. The drone service market is on pace to reach more
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A Fossil-Fuel Boom in the Americas by Walter Russell Mead
Of all the goals President Trump has set in his norm-shattering second term, the goal of restoring what he calls America’s “energy dominance” may be the closest to realization. More new oil and gas production is likely to come from Canada, Guyana, Argentina and Brazil than from the U.S. Energy
Gaining an AI Edge in Electrical Design by Ellen Parson
No longer a theoretical concept, AI is a practical tool that’s increasingly becoming embedded in the workflows of top consulting specifying engineers. Despite this momentum, AI’s rise in the electrical design realm — and the greater construction industry as a whole — remains somewhat tempered. From the research I’ve seen so
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Magazine Published Articles on Lighting
Lighting is a top money-maker for electrical contractors, and ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Magazine has you covered with news and monthly articles on lighting innovations and technology, LEDs, lighting design, lighting control, indoor and outdoor lamps and luminaires, new products and more. Recent articles on lighting are available online: 2025 Rebate Outlook:
