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    LEDs & SSL Design

    Packaged LED architectures pass epitaxy in value to SSL applications (MAGAZINE)

    May 4, 2020
    MAURY WRIGHT surveyed the latest packaged LEDs offerings across the sector and discovered that component architectures specific to applications are delivering enhanced light quality...
    FIG. 1. The two-wire method provides simple control upgrades by using the same existing wiring for non-dimmable ballasts. (All images courtesy of Lutron Electronics.)
    LEDs & SSL Design

    Execute TLED upgrades without compromising advanced control solutions (MAGAZINE)

    May 4, 2020
    With many commercial buildings relying on linear tube fixtures, ETHAN BIERY outlines how to ensure effective TLED retrofits that work with existing controls, and even deliver ...
    Image credit: Background graphic by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay; under under free license for commercial or noncommercial purposes.
    LEDs & SSL Design

    To dim or not to dim: Why is that still a difficult question? (MAGAZINE)

    May 4, 2020
    PNNL scientists investigate the potential of a new NEMA ANSI standard to address performance variations that may be found across 0-10V dimming controls for outdoor LED luminaires...
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    Specialty SSL

    Coronavirus reveals the best and worst of people and organizations (MAGAZINE)

    May 4, 2020
    While we tend to look toward companies aiding health efforts or finding ways to maintain business in the face of the COVID-19 health crisis, unfortunately, there have also been...
    FIG. 1. The humble Ethernet cable has been a workhorse in the IT networking industry, but its potential in Power over Ethernet (PoE) lighting installations remains as yet largely untapped, according to feedback from our LED and SSL professional audience. (Photo credit: Image by Jorge Guillen via Pixabay; used under free license for commercial or noncommercial purposes.)
    Connected SSL & Controls

    Is PoE a live wire for the advance of smart SSL? (MAGAZINE)

    May 4, 2020
    While proponents say Power over Ethernet (PoE) has much to offer, there are others who feel it’s not the power play for the lighting industry, as CARRIE MEADOWS learns.

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    WILLIAM 'BILL' HONAKER. (Photo credit: Image courtesy of Bill Honaker.)
    Manufacturing Services & Testing

    Take steps to conserve patents, trademarks, and cash (MAGAZINE)

    May 4, 2020
    Be ready to execute on essential intellectual property protections while also maintaining a conservative approach to related costs during tricky financial times, advises consultant...