Automation
URC Launches All-In-One Smart Lighting Products
Allows the installer to select either dimmer or switch configuration and easily program to create unique atmospheres.
Lighting & Shades
Lighting & Shades
Somfy Releases Magnetic Charging Option for Li-ion Motors and Battery Pack Products
New magnetic charging accessories bring convenience to users for charging Somfy V2 Li-ion Embedded Motors and Li-ion External Battery Pack.
Lighting & Shades
Savant Shades by J-Geiger Now Compatible with Bond Bridge
The Bond Bridge integration with Savant improves range and reliable signal communication.
Lighting & Shades
Tech Showcase – Shading Products
This category continues to be a growth area for the industry. Here are some of the more recent innovations in shading.
Lighting & Shades
Somfy Announces Zigbee 3.0 Integration Capabilities for New Product Ecosystem
New professional tools will also be launched to support the ecosystem.
Lighting & Shades
Olibra Creates Two Wi-Fi Control Bridges for MagnaTrack Exterior Motorized Screens
MagnaTrack Powered by Bond brings intuitive and reliable control, including integration with leading voice control and home automation platforms.
Lighting & Shades
Leviton Offers Decora Weather-Resistant Switch
The new switch provides a convenient way to directly control outdoor lighting and motor loads from the exterior of a home.
Lighting & Shades
Case Study: Shades of ‘Star Wars’
A Millennium Falcon-themed home theater has automated Light and Dark Sides thanks to the Force of PowerShades.
Lighting & Shades
Environmental Lights Launches Dim-to-Warm 2216 LED Strip Light
New strip light automatically adjusts color temperature to warmer CCT as it is dimmed.
Lighting & Shades
Crestron Unveils Next-Generation Horizon Keypads and Dimmers
New features include deep functionality that is built into the backlighting of the keypads and dimmers.
Lighting & Shades
Legrand Shading Adds New Fabrics to Quick Ship Program
The refreshed QSP Includes 15 new best-selling fabrics from solar screen and black-out collections that ship within 10 days.
Lighting & Shades
Review: Hunter Douglas PowerView Gen 3 Motorized Shading
The company upgrades its popular product — find out what’s different and how it compares to the previous generation.
Lighting & Shades
Draper Unveils Shading Solution for Angled Windows
The Gabled Bottom-Up FlexShade can be sill-mounted in the window and handle angles up to 45 degrees in either direction.
Lighting & Shades
Legrand Shading Systems Announces Cord Keeper
Compliant with regulations in the U.S. and Canada, the Cord Keeper provides safety and peace of mind in commercial and residential applications.
Lighting & Shades
Vantage Integrates With Meljac and Forbes & Lomax Luxury Keypads
Vantage lighting controls combine with push-button and toggle switches for a refined smart home experience.
Lighting & Shades
Updates for Hunter Douglas Silhouette Halo Shadings and Luminette Privacy Sheers
New design, fabric, and hardware selections enhance shade styles while expanding customization possibilities.
Lighting & Shades
Bond Home Launches Two Wireless Keypads
The Sidekick for Shades is the industry’s first universal remote control for window shades and awnings that use Rollease, Somfy, Dooya, Nice, and AMP motors
Lighting & Shades
Luminii HŌM Enters Residential Integrator Channel
Features linear lighting fixtures, LED strip lighting and extrusions, directional lighting fixtures, and a micro-optic downlight and track system.
Lighting & Shades
Martin Debuts Exterior Linear Pro Outdoor Architectural Fixture Series
The new range delivers architectural integration with low power consumption and robust lumen output.
Lighting & Shades
American Lighting Introduces Spektrum+ Gateway-E
Provides seamless integration with Spektrum+ smart lighting fixtures and Control4.
Lighting & Shades
Tech Lighting Now Part of Vantage Lighting Fixture Alliance
Tech Lighting’s portfolio includes architectural recessed downlights, linear LED channels and tape, and high-end decorative fixtures.
Lighting & Shades
Leviton Introduces New Decora Humidity Sensor and Fan Controls
Automatically activates ventilation fan to help reduce condensation.
Lighting & Shades
Tech Showcase: Lighting Solutions
More and more customers are seeing the benefits of lighting control — and dealers are seeing success.
Lighting & Shades
Going ‘Beyond the Bulb,’ Control4 Launches Vibrant Linear Lighting Line
Designed to ensure a simple and professional-looking installation
Lighting & Shades
Adding Somfy, Orro Expands Control of Window Treatment Products
Making artificial and natural light a cohesive system
Audio
Next-Generation Solutions Abound at Snap One CEDIA Exhibit
New tools address a range of applications
Lighting & Shades
Orro Unveils Integration for Hunter Douglas Powered Window Treatments
Adding touchscreen and voice-enabled controls for most smart home devices and brands
Lighting & Shades
DMF Lighting Launches New iX Series 2-Inch Fixtures
Allow channel integrators to go smaller without compromises in performance, installation, and serviceability.
Lighting & Shades
Hunter Douglas Adds Two New Power Options for PowerView Gen 3 Automation Platform
The Internal Rechargeable Battery is for retrofit projects and PowerView+ is for new construction.
Lighting & Shades
DMF Lighting Launches New DID M Series Square Housings
Features additional trim and installation options for new construction, remodel, or retrofit.
Lighting & Shades
Somfy Releases New Integration Solution for Managing Natural and Artificial Light
New plenum module integrates automated natural and artificial lighting solutions.
Lighting & Shades
Leviton Updates Decora Line with Wi-Fi Fan Speed Controller
Hubless solution adds support for Apple HomeKit/Siri, works with Amazon Alexa, Hey Google, and more.
Lighting & Shades
Hunter Douglas Expands Integration With New Control Drivers
The drivers, coupled with the enhanced features and improved setup process of PowerView Gen 3, make quoting, specifying, and installing smart shading more versatile...
Lighting & Shades
AiSPIRE Unveils Alpine LED Recessed Luminaires
Offered in a variety of aperture sizes, from 2-inch up to 3.5-inch, and various styles including round or square trims, and upscale trimless options.
Behind the Business
Finding the Right Shade Partner
It is a good time to jump into this growing product category — find out which vendor is right for your business.
Lighting & Shades
New Designer Shade Fabrics from Legrand Shading Systems
With this latest release, Legrand now offers 753 fabrics in its portfolio.
Lighting & Shades
Somfy Releases a Control4 to Digital Motor Interface
Offers bi-directional communication, less power consumption, and seamless integration.
Lighting & Shades
Bond Bridge Pro Integrates with Window Shades Powered by Nice
Offers wireless control of Nice powered window shades.
Lighting & Shades
AiSPiRE to Show ASTRO line of Dim-to-Warm Technology at CEDIA 2022
New line of dim-to-warm lighting that recreates the incandescent dimming curve with no required programming.
Lighting & Shades
Wall-Smart Introduces Flush Mount for Lutron Pico Keypad
Wall-Smart renders Lutron’s pint-size Pico keypad a seamless part of any wall surface.
Lighting & Shades
Powershades Expands Fabric Offerings
Expands its portfolio to nearly 300 options with manufacturers such as Coulisse and Turnils.
Lighting & Shades
Tech Showcase: The Latest Shading Systems
Hot, trending category is spurred along by innovative new products.