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Lamar Lighting Introduces Max-E Series of Recessed Direct/Indirect Luminaries
- ebuild (8/28/2007)
- Lamar Lighting of Farmingdale, NY, a leading manufacturer of stock and custom made fluorescent lighting fixtures, just introduced the Max-E Series of high-performance recessed direct/indirect luminaires. They were designed to maximize efficiency and output, while maintaining low glare aesthetic appeal. Featuring a high reflectance, performance enhanced matte white reflector and custom faceted acrylic diffuser, Lamar Lighting has achievedhigher light levels, improved distribution, and efficiencies of 84 percent, not normally found in recessed indirect luminaires.
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Lamar Lighting Expands Occusmart Line of Motion Sensor Controlled Luminaries with Ophelia Series
- ebuild (8/21/2007)
- Lamar Lighting of Farmingdale, NY, a leading manufacturer of stock and custom made fluorescent lighting fixtures, just added the Ophelia series to its fast-growing award winning Occusmart line of motion sensor controlled luminaries. Ophelia utilizes advanced integrated ultrasonic technology and either bi-level or programmed rapid start ballasts. Energy savings are maximized in areas where lighting is typically left turned on, but the area is not constantly occupied.
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Lightolier's Tangent wins first place in the track category of Lightfair International's Innovation Award 2007
- ebuild (8/21/2007)
- Lightolier, Inc., the leader in interior lighting for over a century, is proud to announce that Tangent won first place in Lightfair International's Innovation Award 2007. Tangent track, the smallest profile line voltage track lighting system available, combines extruded aluminum and clear polycarbonate into a low-profile track system that can be installed in straight or curved configurations and mounts flush to ceilings and walls for the most unobtrusive installation possible. Tangent won Best of Category amongst the track, low-voltage cable and rail system entries in the Interior Luminaires category.
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Building Products and ebuild Present the First Annual Vanguard Best of the Web Awards
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (8/17/2007)
- Our inaugural Vanguard Best of the Web Awards competition singles out Web sites that will wow you with their stunning designs, thorough product information, dedicated sections for building pros, and clever animation. The 2007 competition unearthed 14 whiz-bang Web sites, including four that our judges have deemed the best of the best. These sites display content without clutter and feature creativity that creates no extra work for the viewer. They're easy to navigate, are understandable at a glance, and include technical information about product specs and installation that is clear enough to save a building pro from having to call for help.
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Cooper Wiring Devices' New Decorator Dimmers Combine Elegant Style and Superior Performance
- ebuild (8/16/2007)
- Cooper Wiring Devices today introduced its new line of Decorator dimmers that provide ease of installation and an affordable upgrade in style and dimming capabilities throughout the home. The new Decorator dimmers, designed to coordinate with Cooper Wiring Devices' rocker-style Decorator switches, feature labor-saving innovations that save both time and money for contractors, builders and homeowners. The increased area of the mounting straps and side and back wired terminals makes installation quicker, while the reduced-size back cover, only 1.25 inches, gives installers more room inside the box for wires.
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Juno Lighting Group Expands Offerings for Popular Juno MR16 Fixtures
- ebuild (8/15/2007)
- Juno, a Juno Lighting Group brand, has introduced an enclosed MR16 design in its popular Uno/Duo fixture, while its elegant MR16 Conix design is now available for its Trac 12 and Flex 12 low-voltage trac systems. The unique all-aluminum construction of the Enclosed Uno/Duo Series provides optimal lamp shielding, eliminating the stray backlight effect from the lamps. Its concentric gimbal rings allow light to be aimed in all directions.
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Juno Lighting Group Introduces Stylish New Juno Series Compatible with Trac Systems
- ebuild (8/15/2007)
- Juno, a Juno Lighting Group brand, has introduced the Cylindra Series that combines the latest generation of ceramic metal halide lamps with a contemporary design that delivers superior optical performance, aesthetics and energy savings. The Cylindra Series is the latest addition to Juno's family of trac fixtures and offers versions that are compatible with the company's most popular trac systems.
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Eaton Announces Extension Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter Product Line
- ebuild (8/13/2007)
- Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corporation today announced a product line extension of its Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCI) that meets National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements. AFCIs are electrical safety devices designed to protect against fires caused by arcing faults in residential electrical wiring. Beginning Jan. 1, 2008, the National Electrical Code mandates the expansion of AFCIs beyond bedrooms to protect more of the circuits in a residence resulting in increased protection of property and lives. The Electrical Safety Foundation International (www.esfi.org/) and NEMA (www.afcisafety.org) support AFCI technology, its expansion, and the resulting safety improvements.
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Orbit/Evergreen Expands Popular "Sand Finish" Landscape Lighting Series
- ebuild (8/9/2007)
- Orbit/Evergreen has added new models to its popular line of sand-finished outdoor lighting fixtures. The low voltage (12v) luminaires are now available In seven styles, including up and accent lights, flood lights and path lights. Four 120-volt up lights and path lights have also been added to the series. The textured sand finish complements many landscape designs and has been used very effectively with Craftsman and Contemporary-styled homes. The series also works well with Southwestern-styled residences and landscapes.
- Let Ther Be Light
- Augusta Chronicle, The (8/5/2007)
- For anyone who has hauled laundry down to a dingy dungeon in the basement, this light's for you. More laundry rooms are opening up to outside walls because homeowners are realizing that the view and brightness are as important in the laundry as in any other room. Also, the front-load appliances offer more countertop space for folding clothes.
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