ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR recently published an article by Craig DiLouie, LC about demand response. The article defines demand response, describes active and passive ways lighting controls can contribute to reducing demand, and features interviews with Lutron, Wattstopper and Encelium. Read it here.
Check Out LCA Members at LIGHTFAIR 2013
LIGHTFAIR International (LFI), the world’s largest lighting-related conference, is set to take place at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia April 21 through April 25, 2013. The Pre-Conference program takes place from Sunday, April 21 – Monday, April 22, 2013 and the LFI Trade Show and Conference will run Tuesday, April 23 – Thursday, April […]
Encelium Energy Management System Named Top Money-Saving Product by BUILDINGS
The ENCELIUM Energy Management System (EMS) from OSRAM SYLVANIA has been named a Top Money-Saving Product by Buildings Magazine. This solution has been demonstrated to reduce lighting energy expenditures up to 50-75% and significantly reduce CO2 emissions. “Energy efficiency is potential opportunity residing in building systems for property owners and facility managers. By utilizing an […]
Existing Buildings Are Poised For Upgrades
LD+A, the official publication of the Illuminating Engineering Society, recently published an important contribution by Gary Meshberg, LC, LEED-AP, director of sales for Encelium and president of the Lighting Controls Association. The article, titled, “Existing Buildings Are Poised For Upgrades,” describes how energy regulations are promoting a new wave of lighting upgrades across the United […]
OSRAM SYLVANIA Introduces GreenBus II for The Encelium Energy Management System
OSRAM SYLVANIA has introduced GreenBus II, a new, two-wire communication platform for supplying data and power to the ENCELIUM Energy Management System from OSRAM. The new communication network integrates lighting control and energy management into one complete, programmable architecture. This next generation bus system dramatically raises the capability to deliver power to sensors on the […]
LCA TV: Polaris 3D Energy Management Software by Encelium
This short video, produced by the Lighting Controls Association at the 2011 LIGHTFAIR event, introduces the building industry to Polaris 3D by Encelium Technologies, the company’s next generation of lighting control software for the Energy Control System™. This new software offers users a single 360°, three-dimensional navigation in a multi-floor view, permitting faster and easier […]
Encelium Publishes Whitepaper on How Addressable Dimming Controls Can Help Projects Earn LEED Points
Implementation of a proper control system for lighting can be critical for a building to earn LEED certification, as energy performance is the largest driver of the points needed to qualify. It is also important to note that more accurate monitoring and control of energy-intensive systems like HVAC and lighting help keep energy costs in […]
Gary Meshberg Re-Elected Chair of the Lighting Controls Association
The Lighting Controls Association (LCA) is pleased to announce the election of a new executive team for the 2012-2013 term. Gary Meshberg, LC, LEED-AP has been re-elected as chair of the organization, and Michael Jouaneh, CEM, LEED-AP has been elected vice chair. Ron Runkles, executive director, serves as secretary/treasurer, and Dorene Maniccea, chair of the […]
Encelium Technologies Expands Product Offering With New Line Of Occupancy Sensors
Encelium Technologies has introduced its new family of low-voltage occupancy sensors. This product line includes a full range of passive infrared (PIR) and dual technology (Ultrasonic/PIR) low-voltage sensors available in both wall mount and ceiling mount configurations. PIR and Ultrasonic line-voltage wall switches are also available as are 120V, 277V and 347V power packs. Any […]
University Of Colorado Wins IES Lighting Control Innovation Award Of Merit
The Lighting Control Innovation Award was created in 2011 as part of the Illuminating Engineering Society’s Illumination Awards program, which recognizes professionalism, ingenuity and originality in lighting design. LCA is proud to sponsor the Lighting Control Innovation Award, which recognizes projects that exemplify the effective use of lighting controls in nonresidential applications. In this award’s […]