January 15, 2015

Juno Lighting Group introduced the next generation of its popular Juno LED Mini-Cylinder Spotlight Series. Designed to offer efficient lighting in residential, retail or commercial environments, the luminaires combine the flexibility, style and reliability characteristics of the first generation of fixtures from Juno with maximum performance and minimal energy consumption. The high-performance, low-power Juno LED Mini-Cylinder Spotlight Series provides users with big-time performance from a fixture that is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand.

The Heal and Seal line of concrete sealers from Walttools are the first water-based sealer products that withstand environmental abuse as well as or better than their traditional solvent-based sealer counterparts. The environmentally friendly, low-volatile organic compound (VOC) sealers are fully inorganic formulations containing no acrylic resins to break down in as short as a year. Heal and Seal Cure uses a proprietary complex silicone technology to both penetrate the surface and provide a breathable film to meet American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) curing standards.

The Beacon Advanced Metering Analytics (AMA) managed solution from Badger Meter combines the power of the intuitive BEACON AMA–hosted software suite with Orion Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) technology using a combination of fixed and cellular endpoints to give utilities greater control, more information and enhanced customer service. The software suite also includes EyeOnWater, a consumer portal and smartphone/tablet app that gives end users the opportunity to see how water is actually being used.

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Hunter Industries announced the release of its new MP800SR360, a short-radius version of its MP Rotator, featuring rotating streams of water applied at a slower rate to conserve water and prevent runoff. The irrigation system reaches radius settings as low as 6 feet and can reach up to 12 feet. The precipitation rate remains matched across all arc and radius settings at approximately 0.8 inches per hour.

Now featuring 60-watt, monocrystalline-integrated photovoltaic (PV) panels, Apollo II from CertainTeed Corporation combines greater efficiency and an easy wiring installation. The lightweight, durable panels are also resistant to wind uplift and can easily be integrated into either an existing roof or a new roof that combines solar panels and asphalt shingles or flat concrete tiles. Each slim, 12-pound module features 14 high-efficiency monocrystalline silicon solar cells.

Solid Apollo LED introduces the LEDWizard Smartphone and Tablet LED Lighting Controller. The controller works with any Android or iOS operating system using easy-to-install software and a separate wireless router for complete lighting control. Current LED lighting systems use in-wall or wireless remote control receivers, sometimes requiring multiple remotes for every LED lighting system. The LEDWizard Controller includes a Wi-Fi router, which requires no Internet access, as the router broadcasts a secure Wi-Fi signal that any iPad, iPhone or Android device can access.

GlacialLight, the lighting division of GlacialTech Inc., announces a new, 24-centimeter square panel light offering up to 1,600 lumens of energy-efficient LED light in a compact package. Consuming only 17.3 watts, the GL-PL24-SM produces bright, uniform lighting over the entire lighting panel in an easy-to-install surface mount format. The GL-PL24-SM comes in three color temperatures and dimming is available. Compared to the uneven, flickering light from fluorescent tube lighting, the GL-PL24-SM creates a smoother, uniform illumination across the 24-square LED panel.

Acuity Brands introduces the Canoe LED Pendant and Sconce Collection from Winona Lighting designed to meet the needs of the designer for applications calling for an extraordinary architectural lighting element. With the combination of its slim profile and a performance package that produces even, indirect illumination, Canoe LED luminaires provide unique and impactful design solutions for applications in indoor commercial, residential, hospitality and retail spaces. The Canoe family is offered in three styles: vertical wall mount, horizontal wall mount and horizontal pendant.

MaxLite’s family of LED Vapor Tight Linear Fixtures now includes models qualified by DesignLights Consortium (DLC) for use in parking garages. The 50-watt luminaires are designed to replace fluorescent strip lights in garages and stairwells with uniform, low-glare illumination that optimizes pedestrian and vehicular safety while delivering critical energy-cost savings for 24/7 operations. When purchased with a clear lens, Vapor Tights meet DLC qualifications for parking lighting applications, making them eligible for utility rebate incentives.