Laurence Favager

Amerlux appoints John Mamo as VP of Global Sales

(USA) - Previously VP of National accounts, John Mamo brings years of experience to collaborate with lighting designers, architects and end-users while leveraging company's product development. 

Amerlux CEO/President Chuck Campagna has announced the appointment of John Mamo as Vice President of Global Sales. In his new role, Mamo engages closely with international accounts that are positioned in established and rapidly growing emerging markets, including specialty retailers, major department stores, hospitality accounts, grocery retailers and mall developers throughout Europe, Mexico, Asia, the Middle East, and Central and South America.

Mamo collaborates with leading lighting designers, architects, and end-users while leveraging the company’s extensive product development, client services, and industry leadership to deliver innovative lighting solutions for challenging projects worldwide.

“John brings many years of solid industry experience and knowledge to this important position,” explained Campagna. “His significant success and sales leadership will prove invaluable as we continue to expand our client base in the global arena and deliver amazing lighting products anywhere in the world today.”

Mamo works closely with the Amerlux Product Development Team to drive innovative lighting solutions and product initiatives that generate award winning lighting designs and technologies, for a broad range of projects around the globe.

Mamo has served as Vice President of National Accounts for Amerlux during the past nine years. Prior to joining the company, he served as Vice President of Sales for Specialty Store Lighting.

He is an Advisory Board Member for PennWell Corporation and is also a member of the International Council of Shopping Centres, Illuminating Engineering Society and Retail Design Institute.

www.amerlux.com

by Laurence Favager

ILP announces CPD programme for #ILPSummit2016

(UK) - Boasting array of conference sessions and workshops, annual Professional Lighting Summit will visit Jurys Inn Waterfront Hotel, Brighton on 15 and 16 June 2016.

The Institution of Lighting Professionals (ILP) has announced that it will host their annual Professional Lighting Summit at Jurys Inn Waterfront Hotel in Brighton on the 15 and 16 June this year, boasting two days packed with lighting CPD.

The summit takes place earlier this year due to popular feedback that it previously clashed with other industry commitments in September. The event boasts an impressive array of speakers for the CPD programme. This ranges from young talent from Arup in the form of the lighting designer Inessa Demidova talking on the practical implementation of circadian lighting in office environments, to the big theme of BIM and how does the BIM process fit with street lighting design & maintenance presented by Will Baron of Keysoft Solutions.

The event includes conference sessions and workshops. A delegate ticket gives access to the conference sessions and workshops for £398 for the two full days, celebration dinner and hotel night at Jurys Inn, and daily rate of £133 for ILP members. There is a small exhibition accompanying the programme too.

Richard Frost, Chief Executive of the ILP said: “The summit provides invaluable support for lighting professionals of all disciplines in the form of education, networking with both peers and suppliers and generally gearing up to the important changes in this fast moving industry. We look forward to hosting a dynamic and interesting couple of days.’’

Programme summary:

Wednesday 15 June

• SON and LED working together  - a case study we can all learn from
• Pedestrian vision at night
• Communicating the intangible
• Practical implementation of circadian lighting
• Shining light on skin tone
• New daylight metrics from UCL
• Telling stories with light
• Question time with ILP Vice President Events

Thursday 16 June

• SMART CITIES – the essential hour
• The business case for LED lighting
• The effect of blue rich white lights
• ILP Technical Committee latest expert guidance and documents
• How do you know if you’re using the most energy efficient street lighting?
• How does the BIM process fit with street lighting design and maintenance?
• Important ELEXON update: implementation of generic LED charge codes

Workshops to be announced.

Find out more and reserve a place here: www.theilp.org.uk/summit

by Laurence Favager

Report finds 'human factor' important in LED use

(UK) - Commissioned by Society of Light and Lighting, Public Health England report provides data on positive and negative effects of exposure to light from LED light sources.

A report into the human responses to LED lighting solutions has concluded that the human reaction to light sources should be a primary factor in deciding to deploy them, not just efficiency or cost.

Commissioned by the Society of Light and Lighting (SLL), part of the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE), and produced by Public Health England, the report was intended to provide data on the positive and negative effects of exposure to light from LED light sources.

The report found that LED solutions are valid energy efficient options in comparison to other available light sources, with stated performance that is generally accurate in comparison, and that none of the LEDs tested presented a risk of retinal damage with proper use.

The report also concluded that designers should consider the LED as part of the whole light fixture and the environment in which it is used to determine if it is suitable – a factor that is as important as the price of the LED or its efficiency.

Jeff Shaw, President-elect of the Society of Light and Lighting, said: “This report is a valuable collection of data that will be extremely useful in enabling both the public and private sector to make informed choices when looking to procure LED lighting solutions and promote energy efficiency.

“LED technology has advanced enormously in the last decade, but there are still a lot of things to consider when deciding which solution is best for you, and how to deliver it. What this report highlights is the need to consult a properly trained and qualified designer or engineer using the latest guidance to get the most out of an LED solution, and to ensure it is the best choice for people and the environment.”

Cost was shown to have no significant impact on the flicker or colour rendering of the lamp, but there are potential issues surrounding LED lights which must be factored in when deciding where they should be used, and what kind of fixture is most appropriate for them.

For example, around half of domestic and office LEDs were found to have higher flicker rates than alternative sources, meaning that they imperceptibly or noticeably flicker more. This must be taken into account by designers, who should choose LEDs with lower flicker rates, or avoid using them in public places where they may contribute to adverse health symptoms in a very small number of those regularly exposed. Those in procurement need to be very careful to include low flicker requirements in their specifications, and all specifiers need to be aware that if LED products are substituted by contractors or suppliers then flicker needs to be considered.

Similarly, other studies have shown that blue light can mimic daylight and confuse the brains of humans and animals into delaying melatonin production, potentially disrupting the sleep and the circadian cycle. The report concludes that designers should therefore avoid LEDs with a high Correlated Colour Temperature (CCT). LEDs in streetlights should be diffused or recessed to reduce dazzle.

LED technology is advancing rapidly and LEDs are being used for lighting in an increasingly wide variety of situations. Energy efficiency data are favourable, but there is a lack of data relating to the effects on health and lighting quality of the current generation of LED lighting solutions. This report seeks to directly address the areas where data are lacking based on up to date knowledge of human responses to light, and international exposure guidelines, applied to measurements taken of a range of LED lighting products currently on sale to the public, businesses and commissioners of outdoor lighting projects in the UK.

The full report is available to download free of charge from the CIBSE website (Human responses to lighting based on LED lighting solutions) Commissioned by the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers and the Society of Light and Lighting.

www.cibse.org
www.cibse.org/society-of-light-and-lighting

by Laurence Favager

Available Light announces new associate

(USA) - Previously lighting designer at Atelier Ten, Catherine Leskowat brings design focus on integration of daylight to Salem MA studio. 

Available Light has announced the addition of Catherine Leskowat as an Associate of the firm. Leskowat, who will be based in the Salem MA studio, joins the team from Atelier Ten, where she worked as a lighting designer focused on bringing sustainable solutions to schools, universities, hospitality spaces, and other projects.

Notable work with Atelier Ten included the new Sandy Hook elementary school in Newtown CT; Nuance Communications West Coast Headquarters, Mountain View CA; and the award-winning Jackson Laboratory in Farmington CT.

Leskowat’s background in interior design makes her keenly interested in both the physical environment's impact on the health & well-being of users and the way people interact with the built environment. Her design interest focus on the integration of daylight and electric light to create robust, beautiful, and sustainable spaces.

"Catherine is an exceptional addition to Available Light," said President & Creative Director Steven Rosen, FIALD, "Her energy, talent, thoughtfulness and considerable skill set adds so much to our team and we are delighted to count her among our wonderful team."

www.availablelight.com

by Laurence Favager

Lamp Lighting opens Australia office

(Australia) - New subsidiary looks to provide better service to Australian clients and be in touch with needs of the market.

Spanish lighting manufacturer Lamp Lighting has announced that it has opened a new sales office in Sydney, Australia.

From this office set up in Sydney, it will provide services in Australia, focusing on the state of New South Wales but also with a national ambition. The objective of this new subsidiary is to provide better service to our clients by being close to them, as well as being able to better understand the needs of the market.

And to head up this mission, Michael Losciuto, Sales Manager and Joe Lee, Sales Executive have been added to the Lamp team to continue offering lighting solutions to the whole world.

LAMP AUSTRALIA

L3/44 Chippen St
Chippendale NSW 2008
Sydney (Australia)
T. +61 (0)2 9698 3939
F. +61 (0)2 9699 3800

australia@lamp.es
www.lamp.com.au

by Laurence Favager

Lumileds expands distributor network

(USA) - Lumileds and Arrow Electronics sign global distribution agreement to expand market coverage and provide customers with responsive service and high performance solutions. 

Lumileds and Arrow Electronics have announced a strategic agreement for the global distribution of Lumileds portfolio of application optimised LEDs, including high power, mid power, low power, CoB, colour and UV LEDs as well as the infinitely configurable Matrix Platform. The agreement aligns with both companies’ dedication to providing customers with responsive, accelerated service and reliable, high performance solutions.

“Lighting is an extremely dynamic market and today’s lighting producers expect timely delivery of the right LEDs where and when they are needed,” said Emmanuel Dieppedalle, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Sales at Lumileds. “Arrow is a technology leader that is known for connecting customers with the right comprehensive solutions, quickly. We are confident that this agreement will expand our market coverage, and with Arrow, customers can count on the consistently high level of service that they have come to expect from Lumileds. We are excited to add them to our already best-in-class distribution network.”

“Building upon our already strong Lighting infrastructure, we are pleased to now offer Lumileds comprehensive portfolio of LEDs to our growing customer base,” said David West, Senior Vice President of Global Marketing at Arrow. “With this partnership, Arrow is well-positioned to support all LED-based lighting applications.”

Arrow is a supply chain partner to industrial and commercial users of electronic components including over 100,000 OEMs and customers worldwide. With this new engagement, Lumileds broadens its availability to the lighting market by accessing Arrow’s exhaustive customer base and world-class service model, enabling faster global adoption of Lumileds industry leading portfolio of LEDs, arrays, light engines and automotive products.

www.lumileds.com

by Laurence Favager

Recolight appoints new Chair and board members

(UK) - Andreas Adam, Senior Director, OSRAM AG joins UK WEEE compliance scheme as Chair for two years, while Martin de Jager of Philips Lighting rejoins board after eighteen months' absence.

Recolight, a leading UK WEEE compliance scheme for the lighting industry, has announced the appointment of two new board directors.

Andreas Adam, Senior Director at OSRAM AG joins the Recolight board to replace Julian Schaub, who retains other responsibilities within OSRAM. Adam has considerable knowledge of the WEEE directive and its implementation in a number of other EU Member States.

Martin de Jager, International Board Member of Philips Lighting has re-joined the Recolight board after eighteen months’ absence. He replaces Maurice Loosschilder who now heads up the Philips Lighting sustainability team, having served as Recolight Chair for 18 months. Martin has been in the lighting industry for over 36 years, and also has EU-wide WEEE expertise.

Adam will take on the role of Recolight Chair for two years, with de Jager taking on the role in 2018.

Also on the Recolight board are Steven Reed, Deal Manager of Current, powered by GE who joined in February 2015, and Bridget Anderson, Financial Controller of Feilo Sylvania who joined in March 2014.

Announcing the news, Recolight Chief Executive, Nigel Harvey said: “We are delighted that Martin and Andreas have joined the board. Their wide ranging experience of both WEEE and lighting will be invaluable to us. The combined board has the breadth of experience to support the continued growth of Recolight, and the standards on which our reputation is founded.”

www.recolight.co.uk

by Laurence Favager

Tillotson Design Associates wins 2016 IALD Radiance Award

(USA) - New York's Lincoln Square Synagogue honoured at 33rd Annual International Association of Lighting Designers (IALD) International Lighting Design Awards at San Diego Air and Space Museum.  

Luminaries of the lighting profession gathered at the San Diego Air and Space Museum on 27 April to honour the winners of the 33rd Annual IALD International Lighting Design Awards. Seventeen projects from eight countries were on display – including religious spaces, memorials, façades, and even a gas station. Taken together, the winners represent some of the most innovative and inspiring work found anywhere in the world of architectural lighting design.

The highest point score winner across all categories, in addition to receiving an Award of Excellence for their project, receives the IALD Radiance Award for Excellence in Lighting Design. Tillotson Design Associates received this honour for the first time; the award was accepted in person by Ellen Sears for the Lincoln Square Synagogue in New York, NY USA.

Five undulating glass ribbons, representing the five books of an open Torah scroll, form the east façade of the Lincoln Square Synagogue and welcome visitors to this striking house of worship in the heart of Manhattan.

Linear LEDs integrated into the top and bottom extrusion of each glass facet illuminate the interlayer of sheer, bronze-coloured, woven and pleated fabric, as well as the white translucent dot frit pattern on the interior lite. This increases privacy for worshippers inside while allowing a slightly obscured view to the beauty of the interior. At the base, a white acrylic diffuser protects the LEDs, while wiring for the 500+ fixtures runs horizontally through the narrow extrusions to 50 drivers located in accessible ceilings to the north and south of the façade.

“This project shows clear evidence of a tight collaboration between all design consultants,” one judge commented. “The lighting significantly contributes to an uplifting, poetic, inspiring experience of space, and boasts fantastic fixture integration throughout.”

In the sanctuary, the light on the translucent frit, fabric interlayer, and glass mullions forms a backdrop for the Ark. Six hundred thirteen 1-3/4” diameter recessed LED downlights in the gentle convex ceiling make reference to the 613 commandments in the Torah, and create a star-like atmosphere that suggests the desert sky.

“This project illustrates good detailing, a fine balance of the various light effects, and a strong concept that justifies the choice of each,” another judge wrote. “Nothing is out of place or done ‘too much.’”

Downlights in the sanctuary are zoned to allow varying light levels for the Ark, the bimah, the pews, and the aisles for different events. The “in-the-round” seating is enclosed by the angled facets of the acoustical wall panels, which symbolise a nomadic tent structure. LED lights housed in wall coves with resin diffusers spill soft light onto the wood panels to accentuate the form.

Linking the interior to the exterior, the lighted glass façade creates a dynamic and evocative enclosure for these spaces. One judge breathlessly called this project “beautiful, organic, peaceful, warm and comfortable,” praising the team’s careful detailing. From symbolic concept to flawless execution, Tillotson Design Associates have created a serene and sacred space in the city that never sleeps.

The IALD Lighting Design Awards program, established in 1983, honors lighting projects that display high aesthetic achievement backed by technical expertise. Additionally, projects can also be submitted for consideration in the sustainable design award category, which means the project undergoes an additional round of judging keyed solely to the fulfillment of sustainable design principles. A panel of award- winning lighting designers, architects and interior designers review the projects.

Other winners included:

www.iald.org

by Laurence Favager

Lights in Alingsås announces sustainable theme

(Sweden) - 2016 instalment of Swedish light festival follows "The Enlightenment" theme, shining light on sustainability. 

This year, the theme of the Lights in Alingsås light festival and workshop is: “The Enlightenment”. Come October, the festival will shine a light on some of the world's most important sustainability questions.

“This year we started working towards winning an environmental diploma for the festival, a process which is already under way. Then we thought we'd work with sustainability and decided to make it the theme of this year's festival,’’ said Angelica Larsson, Event Manager Lights in Alingsås.

This year, eight international lighting designers have been asked to create installations highlighting the UN's objective - sustainable development. Their creations will be placed along the light trail that will run through the town of Alingsås in Sweden.

“We like the theme of our festival to have a link to important trends and issues, and sustainability is ever prevalent in the news at the moment. We want to show how it's possible to have a fun experience when you see our light installations, while at the same time you are given a lot to think about,’’ said Margaretha Stenmark, Workshop Manager, Lights in Alingsås.

World leaders have committed themselves to seventeen sustainable development goals in order to achieve three amazing things over the next fifteen years: the eradication of extreme poverty, the reduction of inequality and injustice in the world, and a solution to the climate crisis.

“I hope that this year's theme, both for the light festival and Alingsås municipality, will mean a step forward when it comes to the environment and sustainability issues. Municipal employees, Alingsås residents and many festival visitors will receive increased insight into different global and local sustainability issues. In the long run, these insights will hopefully lead to concrete action that will make Alingsås, Sweden and the world more sustainable,’’ added Fredrik Bergman, Environmental Strategist at Alingsås municipality.

In an intensive week before Lights in Alingsås opens to the public, the light trail is being created by this year's eight international lighting designers, working with more than 60 students from all corners of the world. During the week, the students will also have the chance to attend a lecture on sustainability and the environment with an extra focus on global sustainability. The speakers at the lecture will include: Bergman and Fredrik Wizemann (Sustainability Controllers at Alingsås Energy and responsible for ensuring that the festival receives its environmental diploma).

The result of seven days hard work is presented in the form of lighting installations around Alingsås. It is when the international lighting workshop comes to an end that the main event starts, and the public can enjoy the installations.

Lights in Alingsås festival runs from 30 September to 6 November, 2016.

www.lightsinalingsas.se

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by Laurence Favager