Meet Graze Elite Powercore by Color Kinetics – a powerful exterior luminaire that delivers striking mixed color and brilliant white light with unmatched precision. Whether highlighting architectural details or creating dramatic facade effects, Graze Elite goes the distance and is capable of grazing up to 100 feet and can wash up to three stories.

Built for performance and durability, it features advanced Color Kinetics technology inside and a rugged aluminum body outside, ensuring exceptional color consistency and long-term reliability.

With its advanced optical system and cutting-edge Chromasync Pro technology, Graze Elite delivers millions of vibrant, precisely rendered colors alongside brilliant white light with a 90+ CRI.

Graze Elite is engineered to excel in a wide variety of grazing and wall washing applications, and delivers consistent, high-quality performance — project after project.

Whether you’re lighting a modern hotel lobby or a chic office foyer, the Luna Atom 2 by TMS Lighting is ready to upgrade your environment!

The sleek pendant light is a statement piece that seamlessly merges form and function, delivering both style and striking visual impact. Luna Atom can be customized to match any RAL color for a perfect fit.

With a forward-thinking approach, TMS Lighting continuously innovates, enhances  technology, and develops new products to shape a brighter future.

More Features of the Luna Atom:

• 1” width x 2.6” height
• Diameter: Luna Atom 2 is a combination of 2 rings ranging from: (24″, 36″), (48″, 60″), (72″, 84″)
• Also available – the Luna Atom 3 is a combination of 3 rings ranging from: (24″, 36″, 48″), (36″, 48″, 60″), and (60″, 72″, 84″)
• Distribution: Direct or Indirect/Direct
• Power Over Suspension
• Rated: Indoor
• Illumination: Energy Saving
• Color temp.: 3000K, 3500K or 4000K
• Dimming: 0-10V (1%) (120-277V), Lutron Hi-Lume (1%) (120-277V), Line Voltage
• Lumens Range: 7709 – 39519

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MORE INSPIRATION WITH LUNA ATOM:

New for 2025, Ledalite is launching two new spec-grade lighting options with incredible performance and energy efficiency. Offered at a competitive price point, the ArcForm Duo and the Pique Duo product families offer flawless lens aperture free of dark spots, gradients, or artifacts. The patented MesoOptics nanotechnology offered by Ledalite provides a 3D batwing distribution for superior application performance.

Perhaps the more exciting news, the ArcForm Duo and the Pique Duo are available with Lutron’s Athena Wireless Node (AWN) technology which allows wireless control, eliminating the need for control wires and control gears. Using AWN technology offers flexibility and sustainability by allowing the end-user to repurpose a space without having to run new control wires.

More features from ArcForm Duo & Pique Duo:

• CRI 90 Tunable White ready with Interact, Lutron, or 0-10V systems
• MesoOptics and standard Silk lens options
• AccuRender high efficacy 90 CRI color rendering in 5 standard CCTs or 2-channel Tunable White
• Tunable White with Interact, Lutron Athena, and 0-10v
• 1000’s of 10-Day Quickship options available
• 33% improved efficacy
• DELCARE label certified
• Available in 2′ x 2′ and 2′ x 4′

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When BlackRock needed to build out 15 stories in one of New York’s largest commercial office towers, the architects at NBBJ likened each floorplate to its own miniature city. They approached the design like a scaled-down urban plan that balances group-work space and focus areas, mirroring the places of community and respite in Manhattan. Each “cityscape” had to work independently and within the comprehensive plan.

To make the most of the building’s floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant natural light, the integrated lighting and shading solution would need to draw natural light deep into the space while mitigating heat gain and glare. Glare was especially challenging since, in addition to standard sun glare, the proximity of other glass-façaded buildings causes sunlight to reflect back into the space at unusual angles throughout the day.

Investing in innovative wireless technology was crucial to delivering the right solution for BlackRock. The teams at One Lux Studio and J.T. Magen chose Lutron’s Athena system with the newly released Athena wireless node to ensure performance, flexibility, and efficiency throughout the space. Athena wireless node is an ultra small luminaire-level-lighting-control (LLLC) installed directly into the LED fixture, enabling lighting to be easily rezoned and reprogrammed – no rewiring required.

The system also needs to easily accommodate changes to layout and programming over time-continuing to deliver cutting-edge performance for years to come.

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Outdoor Luminaires with award-winning comfort optics from Genlyte Solutions is comfort you can see.

Whether you need to light a pathway, city street, parking lot, or garage, special attention should be paid so that luminaires provide maximum comfort to the pedestrian. Outdoor LED luminaires can often create unwanted harsh glare that presents a bad impression on people in the space, making it a challenge keep a welcoming outdoor environment.

The industry has focused primarily on maximizing lumen output and efficacy, but that may result in discomfort caused by excessive brightness and glare.

Comfort Optics by Genlyte Solutions (Signify) was engineered to meet the needs of lighting designers who are looking to achieve enhanced outdoor light while reducing glare and saving energy too. No need to sacrifice one for the other. With comfort optic solutions, not only will you get high quality light that is comfortable to view, you also get excellent uniformity. 

Additionally, three Genlyte Brands – Hadco, Lumec, and Gardco – are offering a multitude of outdoor options and styles, choice of color temperature, several distribution options, motion sensors, and more.

Last month, we explored Correlated Color Temperature (CCT) and its impact on the appearance of light. This month, we will dive into the exciting realm of color tuning and its transformative potential beyond merely selecting a CCT for your project.

Color tuning offers the flexibility to enhance any space by adjusting the color of LED lighting for various purposes such as ambiance, comfort, and well-being. With advancements in LED technology, it’s now possible to fine-tune LED colors almost infinitely, creating the perfect lighting for both commercial and residential settings. Lutron’s controls and systems enable three predominant color tuning techniques: Dim-to-Warm, Tunable White, and Full Color Tuning.

Dim-to-Warm

Dim-to-warm lighting adjusts the color temperature of a light source in proportion to its intensity. This mimics the behavior of incandescent lamps, which shift to a warmer color temperature as they dim. To recreate this familiar incandescent effect, LED sources capable of dim-to-warm dimming blend multiple LEDs of different colors. The Lutron Diva LED+ dimmer is a simple control input that achieves this effect, with the LED driver translating the control input to adjust both intensity and color temperature.

Tunable White

Tunable white lighting allows for the adjustment of color temperature and intensity independently within specified parameters. Traditionally, light sources, especially fluorescent lamps, came with a fixed color temperature. However, recent studies indicate health, comfort, and productivity benefits from adjustable color temperatures. Tunable white applications use sophisticated LED drivers and light engines to provide this flexibility. Ideal tunable white fixtures utilize one control input for intensity and another for color temperature. This setup can feature presets and raise/lower controls for user preferences, accessible via keypads or the Lutron App through the Athena commercial lighting control system.

Recently, the Athena Wireless Node (AWN) has been designed to harness the power of natural light through tunable white automation. This innovation allows users to adjust color temperature automatically throughout the day to mimic the natural cycles of the sun, promoting well-being and enhancing building efficiency. The AWN’s tunable white automation is also compatible with the Ketra Natural Show, enabling users to synchronize their lighting changes with specific times of the day. By scheduling Ketra’s Natural Light to match outdoor lighting conditions, users can bring the benefits of natural sunlight indoors, which aligns with our natural daily rhythms and creates a more satisfying environment for working and living. The key to Ketra’s Natural Light solution is its patented technology, which allows for dynamic shifts in color temperature and intensity across a nearly infinite spectrum of correlated color temperatures.

Full Color Tuning

Full color tuning enables altering the mixture of multiple independent base colors (like red, green, and blue) within a single light fixture. Initially popular in theatrical settings for its dramatic color changes, this technology has spread to commercial and residential environments. Full color tuning allows designers to accentuate different areas or architectural features with any color within the visible spectrum. Unlike dim-to-warm or tunable white, this technique is not restricted to white light but aims to produce a diverse range of colors. This dynamic method is perfect for applications requiring vibrant, shifting colors, using advanced controllers and software like Ketra design software to intuitively manage the RGBW modules in every Ketra light source.

Color tuning in LED lighting provides an unparalleled level of customization and enhancement for any space. Whether aiming to replicate the warm glow of incandescent lamps, adjust the color temperature for optimal comfort and productivity, or create dynamic, vibrant lighting effects, the advanced capabilities of dim-to-warm, tunable white, and full color tuning offer a solution for every need. As LED technology continues to evolve, the potential for innovative lighting design expands, offering exciting possibilities for both residential and commercial applications.

August 7, 2024 – Costa Mesa, CA – Western Lighting & Energy Controls and Forman & Associates have announced the merger of both companies to form one of the largest lighting rep agencies in the Southern California Region.

Currently, Western Lighting & Energy Controls serves as the representative for 90+ lighting brands across Southern California and is best known for representing Lutron. Lutron is the market leader in high-quality lighting, controls and automated window systems. Together, Western and Lutron have advanced the technology of lighting control in Southern California while maintaining top market position by focusing on exceptional service, quality and design.

Forman presently serves as the representative for 100+ lighting brands in Southern & Central California, Signify is its flagship manufacturer, with a robust portfolio of professional lighting solutions for commercial, industrial and entertainment projects, in addition to stock and flow demand. Signify’s Genlyte Solutions portfolio encompasses lighting controls and IoT platform brands, Philips Dynalite and Interact; global architectural lighting brand Color Kinetics; Philips LED lamps, EvoKits and Advance electronics; as well as indoor luminaire brands Alkco, Chloride, Day-Brite, Ledalite and Lightolier; and outdoor luminaire brands Gardco, Hadco, Lumec, and Stonco. Forman also represents Signify’s entertainment lighting brand Vari-Lite and emergency lighting brand Bodine.

By merging the extensive resources of two of Southern California’s top lighting rep agencies, the two companies are forging a powerful connection to create an unparalleled synergy in the marketplace.  The new company, rebranded as LINX Lighting + Controls, will provide comprehensive solutions for lighting and controls, along with dedicated customer service & field service support across all aspects of electrical, lighting, and control requirements for any project, linking our customers (specifier, channel, installer, end-user) together in success.

This strategic expansion reflects a commitment to the Southern California Lighting Community as well as to all our valued manufacturing partners. With offices in Van Nuys, Costa Mesa, and San Diego, the new company is positioned to service the region.

About Western Lighting & Energy Controls: (https://westernlightingandenergycontrols.com)

Established in 1996, Western Lighting & Energy Controls represents top manufacturers across Southern California. The company is committed to thorough understanding in manufacturer processing, development, and technical product support.

About Forman & Associates: (www.formanandassociates.com)

For 50 years, Forman & Associates has engineered, sold and managed major lighting installations, across Southern California. With roots in the entertainment industry they have expanded into a broad spectrum of architectural and general lighting products.

The Roof Bar at the PUBLIC Hotel boasts one of New York City’s finest 360-degree panoramic views. Positioned atop the hotel with floor-to-ceiling windows, this stylish happy hour destination offers sweeping vistas across Manhattan.

Boasting a sophisticated design, the interior vibrant blue lighting leads the eye to plush seating and a moody atmosphere. The linear floor lighting is a recessed system that is both striking and durable. Manufactured by ALDABRA PROFESSIONAL LIGHTING, their EK1 modular linear lighting system is waterproof, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications and is even suitable for use in swimming pools and fountains. 

Details on EK1 Linear Lighting System:

 Installations: ground or wall recessed with housing
Materials: aluminum or stainless steel 316L – resins
Finishes: anodized aluminum or satin stainless steel
Light source: mid Power LED 140 – 180 lm/W
Optics: transparent (45°) and opal diffuser (109°)
Functions: on-off, dimmable
Features: reduced dimensions – lengths up to 2 meters (78,74″)
Power supply: 24 Vdc constant voltage

 Get creative using the EK1 System in hotels, museums, restaurants and more. Great for steps, walls, niches, cornices, and windows. 

 See more about EK1 Here.

 

 

Forman & Associates, Inc. is proud to announce that Effective June 9th, 2024 we will represent both Color Kinetics and Genlyte Solutions in San Diego and Imperial Counties.

Forman currently represents several Signify US brands in San Diego including Philips Lamps, EvoKits, Advance components, Vari-Lite, and bodine.

The Genlyte Solutions portfolio includes Interact IoT Connected Lighting, Philips Dynalite; indoor luminaire brands Chloride, Day-Brite, Ledalite, and Lightolier and outdoor luminaire brands Gardco, Hadco, Lumec, and Stonco.

Forman & Associates continues to represent the entire Genlyte Solutions business in the Greater Los Angeles Area, including Orange County.

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