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LED Beam Selectable Linear Highbay by SATCO/NUVO

William Attardi on March 24, 2026

The SATCO|NUVO LED Beam Selectable Linear Highbays deliver powerful, configurable illumination for high-ceiling commercial and industrial environments. Each fixture features selectable beam distributions of 45°x100°, 65°x95°, or 90°x90°, providing precise control for aisle, general, or wide-area lighting layouts. All models offer 3CCT selectability (3000K/4000K/5000K), multiple wattage options across four lumen packages, and universal 120–347V operation. Built with die-cast aluminum housings and polycarbonate lenses, these highbays are IP20 and IK09 rated, DLC 6.0 Listed, supporting evolving efficiency standards, and approved for wet locations. An integrated sensor port and included suspension kit add installation flexibility, with additional mounting and accessory options available separately. Rated for 50,000 hours and backed by a 5-year warranty, these fixtures combine durability, performance, and adaptable light distribution in a single platform. Spec Sheet at:  SN1945_LED_BEAM_SELECTABLE_LINEAR_HI-BAY_PI_Sheet_1_26.pdf

  • Beam Selectable: 45°x100° / 65°x95° / 90°x90°
  • DLC Premium Listed
  • Multiple Wattage Packages Available
  • 3 CCT Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5000K
  • 41″ Suspension Kit Included

LED Beam Selectable Linear Highbay

SATCO|NUVO’s Plus Series Commercial Downlights

William Attardi on December 30, 2025

With and Without Emergency Backup | Square & Round SATCO|NUVO’s Plus Series LED Commercial Downlights deliver exceptional performance and versatility for today’s remodel or new construction commercial environments. Offered in 4, 6, 8 and 10-inch round or square configurations, these downlights feature field-selectable wattage and CCT settings, 90 CRI illumination, and dual dimming for optimal flexibility. The series includes both standard and pre-wired emergency battery backup models, with emergency versions equipped with a long-life lithium-ion battery, integrated test indicator button light, Self-Diagnostic functionality and a 90-minute runtime. Each fixture includes a white-painted aluminum regressed baffle and frosted lens for enhanced comfort and reduced glare. Field-installable trim accessories are also available in black, bronze, or silver. Features:

  • Standard & Pre-Wired SD Emergency Models
  • Integrated Test Button on Emergency Models
  • Dual Dimming
  • Round & Square Shapes in 4″, 6″, 8″, & 10″ Sizes
  • 90 CRI High Quality Light

Plus Series Commercial Downlights With and Without Emergency Backup

SN1918_Std_EM_Dual_Dim_Comm_DL_PI_11-4-25.pdf

SATCO|NUVO’s LED T8 with Integrated Emergency Backup – CCT Selectable | Ballast Bypass

William Attardi on May 28, 2025

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 lamp in place for a secure installation, and lamps feature red endcaps so they can be easily identified when inspected and maintained. The test button allows for easy testing of the battery so that you can be confident in the lamp’s performance in the event of a power failure.  KEY FEATURES:

  • UL924 Listed Emergency Lighting
  • Range Voltage 120V-277V
  • Red Endcaps for Easy Identification
  • Prewired Lamp Holders Provided
  • 3 CCT Selectable

http://www.satco.com/new-products/article/led-t8-with-integrated-emergency-backup

Spec Sheet:  SN1810_15W_T8_LED_CCT_EM_PI_4-30-25.pdf

SATCO/NUVO LED Entryway Wall Pack Integrated By-Passable Photocell

William Attardi on March 3, 2025

Elevate the lighting of your entryways with SATCO|NUVO’s premium LED wall packs that combine durability, versatility, and style. Featuring an integrated by-passable photocell, these fixtures are crafted with robust die-cast aluminum construction and a resilient IK08 polycarbonate lens, ensuring reliable performance in demanding conditions. Available in sleek black, bronze, and white finishes, these wall packs seamlessly blend with a variety of architectural styles, enhancing both modern and traditional exteriors. With field-selectable wattages of 10W, 15W, and 20W and adjustable CCT options of 3000K, 4000K, and 5000K, these wall packs provide customized illumination for any setting. Rated for wet locations and IP65 certified, they deliver dependable performance for up to 50,000 hours. Backed by a 5-year warranty and DLC Premium certification, these wall packs are a stylish and reliable solution for modern outdoor lighting. SN1751 LED Entryway Wall Pks_12-30-24.indd

It’s Back to School – How Some of Our Most Acknowledged Universities Got Their Name – Who were the true visionaries who would donate half of their estate to sculpting the minds of the future. These stories are monuments to history and culture. Let’s take a stroll through academia’s memory lane and uncover the origins of these storied university names!

  1. Ah, Harvard! The Ivy League giant was once a small college in the Massachusetts Bay Colony settlement called New Towne. But where did “Harvard” come from? Enter John Harvard, a clergyman who, in 1638, decided to bequeath half his estate and his library (a whopping 400 books!) to the fledgling college. Grateful for this generous gift, they promptly named the institution after him.
  2. A gem of New Haven, Connecticut, Yale is another Ivy League powerhouse known for its prestigious law and drama schools. It owes its name to Elihu Yale, a wealthy merchant who, in 1718, donated a modest shipment of goods (including portraits, books, and textiles) to a struggling collegiate school. Those goods were auctioned off, raising a much-needed £562 –a small fortune at the time.
  3. Dartmouth is renowned for its beautiful rural setting, nestled in the picturesque town of Hanover, New Hampshire. It was named after the Earl of Dartmouth, William Legge, a British nobleman who supported the college’s founding –despite never actually setting foot in America!
  4. Brown, this Rhode Island Ivy University, known for its open curriculum and emphasis on student choice, was founded with a mouthful of a name – the College in the English Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations. It was renamed in 1704 for Nicholas Brown, Jr., a prominent merchant whose family donated generously to the school.
  5. Perched atop a hill overlooking Ithaca, New York, Cornell is celebrated for its diverse academic programs and its stunning natural surroundings. Founded by Ezra Cornell and Andrew Dickson White, this university was unique for its commitment to practical education, allowing students the freedom to choose their own course of study. It was a revolutionary notion at the time, which would guide a curricular reform across the country.
  6. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, Stanford is renowned for its entrepreneurial spirit and its close ties to the tech industry. But this California powerhouse has a touching origin story. Leland Stanford, Jr., the founder’s son, tragically died young from typhoid fever. His father Leland Sr., railroad magnate and former state governor, and his mother Jane, founded the university in his memory, ensuring his legacy lived on through the pursuit of knowledge.
  7. This North Carolina research giant, known for its strong medical and law schools, underwent a bit of a name change in its history. Originally called Trinity College, it was renamed Duke University in 1924 after James Buchanan Duke, a tobacco and electric power industrialist who founded the American Tobacco Company. He established The Duke Endowment, to which he donated throughout his life and left half his estate after his death.
  8. Nestled in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt is a renowned research university with a vibrant campus life. It owes its name to “The Commodore,” Cornelius Vanderbilt, a shipping and railroad magnate, who provided the initial gift to establish the university.
  9. Texas businessman William Marsh Rice provided the initial funding for this Houston university, but did not live to see its opening. He was murdered by his valet as he slept, in a plot to forge the man’s will. Despite the unfortunate circumstances, Rice University flourished through the years, becoming an institution known for its strong engineering and science programs.
  10. Who was Harvard named after? Origin of university names