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
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.
Lighting & Shades
Orro Integrates with Alarm.com
Expanded ecosystem allows for remote control and automation of lighting and lighting scenes connected to system events.
Lighting & Shades
Screen Innovations Introduces Native Control4 Zigbee Interface and 16-Port Data Hub
New C4 Zigbee interface facilitates native integration of SI shades and screens with Control4 automation processors; Suite XVI data hub features 16 ports
Lighting & Shades
AiSPIRE to Introduce Aurora Color LED at CEDIA 2022
Full Visible Spectrum color tuning LEDs with color correcting optical technology offer human-centric recessed downlighting.
Lighting & Shades
PoEWit Releases Cloud-Configured Indoor Motion and Light Sensor
Users control which light(s) the sensor will turn on, for what duration, and at what luminosity via the PoEWit app.
Lighting & Shades
AiSPIRE to Introduce Atmosphere Natural Tunable White Fixtures at CEDIA 2022
Mimics the natural light of the Sun with a CCT range of 2700K to 6500K.
Automation
URC Collaborate With FX Luminaire to Expand Smart Home Lighting Control
Seamless management of the FX Luminaire Luxor Controller is now available with URC’s Total Control.
Lighting & Shades
Leviton Adds Five New Products to Decora Smart Line
No-Neutral Switch and Dimmer with Wi-Fi Bridge, Wi-Fi 2nd Gen Motion Sensing Dimmer, and Wi-Fi 2nd Gen Tamper-Resistant Outlet.
Lighting & Shades
Hunter Douglas Responds to Integrator Requests With Latest Generation of PowerView Automation
PowerView Gen 3 Automation introduces a new app and communication through Bluetooth Low Energy protocol.
Lighting & Shades
Review: Orro One Smart Touchscreen Lighting Controller
Where most developments in lighting control now are typically evolutionary, the Orro One, with its built-in Amazon Alexa integration, full-color touchscreen control, and wide...
Lighting & Shades
Somfy Introduces Solar Panel for Motorized Window Shades
Solar charging solution harnesses renewable solar energy to power motorized window coverings.
Lighting & Shades
Orro Expands Connections for Third-Party Lighting, Plugs, and Switches
New integrations Extend Orro's intelligent lighting to Lutron Caséta, Leviton, LIFX, TP Link, and more.
Lighting & Shades
Legrand Designer Series Decorative Brackets and Hembar Endcaps Now Shipping
Currently available in a wide range of finishes.
Audio
Snap One Unveils a Slew of New Products at Virtual Partner Summit
Introductions for Control4, OvrC, Episode, Triad, and more.
Lighting & Shades
DMF Lighting Launches New DID M-Series Fixtures
Feature a new flangeless option for wood ceiling applications, new trim colors, and redesigned housings.
Lighting & Shades
Somfy Motorized Shading Products Now Supported by Alarm.com
The addition of automatic scenes and schedules to Alarm.com’s ecosystem with Somfy’s TaHoma Gateway provides greater control over privacy in the home.
Lighting & Shades
How to Work With Orro
What dealers need to do to start carrying the new smart lighting/home brand.
Lighting & Shades
Crestron Introduces New Fully Tunable LED Light Fixtures
Also announces addition of third-party fixture manufactures to its partner program to increase installation flexibility.
Automation
RTI Integrates With Lutron RadioRA 3
New RTI driver and the upcoming Integration Designer 11 programming software deliver smart home lighting control with RadioRA 3.
Integration Guides
The Integration Guide to Smart Shades is Now Available
Ssuccessful dealers tell how features like motorization and integration with the smart home have helped spur sales and increase profits.
Lighting & Shades
Somfy Launches Roll Up 28 V2 Motor Range
The V2 motor range brings improved sound and design to enhance the end-user experience.
Lighting & Shades
Orro Debuts Lower Cost Lighting-Only Switch
At $149 per switch, Orro S extends same human-centric lighting to more rooms and projects.
Lighting & Shades
Indow Window Inserts Meet a Variety of Needs
Company produces six inserts that provide noise reduction, commercial strength, UV and light blocking, privacy, and more.
Automation
PoEWit Integrates PoE Lighting with Crestron SIMPL
Free driver enables PoEWit PoE lighting to be managed from a Crestron panel.
Lighting & Shades
Legrand BCS Rebrands QMotion as Legrand Shading Systems
The first new products to be released under the brand are Designer Series decorative brackets and hembar endcaps.
Lighting & Shades
CES 2022: Abode Announces Video Doorbell and Full-Color Smart Bulbs
Low-cost smart solutions offer a gateway for client upgrades.
Lighting & Shades
Savant Debuts the Ascend Lineup of Premium Low-Voltage Keypads
Deliver customizable functionality and can be specified using Savant’s lighting design tool.
Lighting & Shades
Review: PowerShades Motorized Roller Shade Systems
Motorized window shading is one of the fastest growing segments in our channel, and PowerShades ability to drive shades from PoE or battery offers...