LED lighting technology has revolutionized commercial and industrial illumination over the past two decades, offering unprecedented energy efficiency, long service life, and reduced maintenance costs compared to traditional lighting sources. However, as the earliest generations of LED fixtures and lamps approach or exceed their rated lifespans, facility managers and engineers face critical decisions about when […]
Frank has over 30 years of product management and marketing experience with lighting manufacturers including decades in general lighting and specialty lighting with traditional and LED sources. He currently serves as on the Fanlight / NaturaLED® marketing management team and resides in the Chicago area.
What if businesses didn’t have to buy their lighting at all: LaaS (Lighting as a Service)
The lighting world has experienced big transformations in the past decades. Technological advancements have dramatically turned the industry upside down. It leads a person to wonder, what’s the next big thing. Could that “next big thing” be driven by a simple but powerful idea: what if businesses didn’t have to buy their lighting at all? Lighting-as-a-Service (LaaS) takes […]
Off-Grid Lighting: Technologies, Applications, and Why It Matters
Do you remember the days when Off-Grid lighting meant big clunky flashlights or camping lanterns? When the power went out at home and you searched the “junk drawer” to find the emergency flashlights and candles. It’s certainly not like that anymore. In recent years, off-grid lighting has become one of the most important and accessible technologies for […]
Lighting and Health: Trends for 2026 and Beyond
Scientists have studied lighting’s impact on humans for a long time, but it hasn’t been until recently that the general public has begun to understand that lighting profoundly influences human health, affecting everything from circadian rhythms and sleep quality to mood and cognitive function. With the mass adoption of LED technology, the lighting industry faces […]
Top 5 Questions About Color Temperature
Color temperature is a key factor in lighting design. It influences mood, productivity, and visual comfort which makes it one of the most important factors in choosing the right light for your space. We often receive questions about how color temperature affects homes, businesses and the people using them. Below are the top five questions […]
Top 5 Commercial Lighting Mistakes
We’re on commercial job sites every single day and we see all kinds of errors, lapses in judgement and outright bone-headed mistakes, but we’ve narrowed them down to the 5 most common and costly that we see on a somewhat regular basis. Keep in mind that commercial lighting decisions directly affect safety, productivity, brand perception, […]
A Value-Engineered Lighting Project: Navigating Pitfalls and Maximizing Profits
In the ever-evolving and advancing lighting industry, value engineering has emerged as a crucial strategy for optimizing project outcomes while minimizing costs. When applied to lighting projects, value engineering can lead to significant savings, improved efficiency, and enhanced aesthetics. However, like any project, there are pitfalls to avoid and strategies to implement to ensure profitability. […]
Top 10 Things to Consider Before Choosing an Outdoor LED Light Fixture
When it comes to lighting your outdoor spaces, whether it’s a parking lot or a pathway, choosing the right LED light fixture is crucial. Not only does it enhance the aesthetics of your property, but it also improves safety and functionality. There are a plethora of options available and discovering the differences between them to […]
Understanding LED Life Ratings
One of the most misunderstood specifications on a lighting product is the life rating. Whether it’s a traditional lamp or a new LED fixture the term “life” or “rated Life” doesn’t mean that every single product will go out at that specific hour. There’s no way for a manufacturer to predict the specific moment that […]
Why Should I Care About Selectable Wattage and Adjustable Color Temperature LED Fixtures?
We live and work in the ever-evolving world of lighting technology. Some of the technological advancements are incredibly complex and revolutionize the landscape. Others can be considered small “tweeks” that create convenience, ease of installation or some other solution to a problem. Among the latest advancements in LED technology that have seemed to spark a […]