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According to industry experts, lighting accounts for up to 35 percent of a hotel’s energy bill. Fluorescents, light-emitting diode (LED) fixtures and other products all provide significant savings--both indoors and outdoors. Innovative daylighting techniques are also helping to reduce costs and improve interior spaces. Got news or a story idea to share? Contact Glenn Hasek, editor, at (813) 510-3868, or by e-mail at: greenlodgingnews@gmail.com.

Lighting

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According to industry experts, lighting accounts for up to 35 percent of a hotel’s energy bill. Fluorescents, light-emitting diode (LED) fixtures and other products all provide significant savings--both indoors and outdoors. Innovative daylighting techniques are also helping to reduce costs and improve interior spaces. Got news or a story idea to share? Contact Glenn Hasek, editor, at (813) 510-3868, or by e-mail at: greenlodgingnews@gmail.com.

Intelity, Crestron Unveil System at J House Greenwich

GREENWICH, CONN.—Intelity, a provider of hospitality guest services solutions, and Crestron Electronics, a provider of control and automation systems for multiple verticals, recently announced the first installation of the companies’ integrated room automation solution at the J House Greenwich, which will be followed with several other North American properties by end of year. “We are enthusiastic about partnering with two companies that are leaders in innovating the field of hospitality technology,” said Bernard Augustin, General Manager of J House Greenwich. “Our guests can soon look forward to enjoying advanced in-room features designed to create a more convenient and unique experience...

Electric Mirror Unveils New Direct Replacement T5 LED Tubes

EVERETT, WASH.—Electric Mirror, a leading U.S. manufacturer of lighted mirrors and mirror TVs and a leader in mirror technology, announced that the company now offers a new product: Beautiful World T5 LED direct replacement tubes. Available now, the new T5 LED tubes provide customers with several advantages: a smarter product choice that is a direct replacement of existing fluorescent lamps with no extra wiring or driver cost, an energy cost savings of over 50 percent, and a high-output product that is up to 50 percent brighter than generic LED tubes.“Electric Mirror is thrilled to offer the Beautiful World T5...

Civilight Welcomes Vanguard Lighting as New Rep in New England

CARY, N.C.—Civilight North America announces the appointment of Connecticut-based Vanguard Lighting as the company’s newest sales representative for New England states. Vanguard Lighting’s territory will include Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine.“We are thrilled to partner with Vanguard Lighting to grow our customer base throughout the New England states,” said Jeffrey E. Lagaly, CEO of Civilight North America. “Through strategic partnerships such as these, Civilight North America is able to provide end-users from coast-to-coast with our high-quality LED indoor replacement products. We look forward to a strong and prosperous partnership between Civilight and Vanguard for many...

EarthTronics Now Offering A-Type EarthBulb LEDs

MUSKEGON, MICH.—EarthTronics is now offering general purpose A-type EarthBulb LEDs as an energy-efficient solution for replacing incandescent and compact fluorescent bulbs for home, hospitality, restaurant, long-term care and retail locations. These Energy Star rated bulbs feature multi-chipset high-power LED, an advanced cooling system that provides extended performance life, high color rendering of greater than 80 CRI, and smooth dimming capabilities from 100 percent to less than five percent. With a 25,000 hour rated life and a 10-year warranty, the A-type EarthBulbs provide an energy savings that exceed 80 percent for a quick return on investment.The 13-watt A19 omni-directional EarthBulb...

Civilight Welcomes Vanguard Lighting as New England Rep

CARY, N.C.—Civilight North America announced the appointment of Connecticut-based Vanguard Lighting as the company’s newest sales representative for New England states. Vanguard Lighting’s territory will include Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. “We are thrilled to partner with Vanguard Lighting to grow our customer base throughout the New England states,” said Jeffrey E. Lagaly, CEO of Civilight North America. “Through strategic partnerships such as these, Civilight North America is able to provide end-users from coast to coast with our high-quality LED indoor replacement products. We look forward to a strong and prosperous partnership between Civilight and...

Earthtronics Offering Full Line of LED Downlights

MUSKEGON, MICH.—EarthTronics is offering a full line of Energy Star rated LED Recessed Retrofit downlights in 4- and 6-inch diameters, providing 550 to 1200 lumens for architectural/décor lighting applications. The energy efficient LED Recessed Retrofit downlights replace popular, less proficient 4-, 5- and 6-inch aperture fixtures and produce a full flood light with a 90° beam angle. They are ideal for use in medical and long-term care facilities, hotels, resorts and restaurants as well as light commercial properties.The LED Recessed Retrofit downlights feature instant on and smooth dimming to less than 5 percent for pleasant ambient lighting with no...

Civilight Introduces New Commercial Series LED Lamps

CARY, N.C.—Civilight North America announces the availability of eight new LED lamp models that are now registered on the Energy Star list of certified products. This certification is a worldwide recognition that the listed products meet the strict energy efficiency guidelines set forth by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The eight new models, including BR and omni-directional A19 LED lamps, are available for purchase with eligible rebates of up to $10 to maximize return on investments (ROIs). “These aggressively-priced and rebate-eligible LED lamps are positioned at an affordable price to allow most end users to experience the tremendous quality...

MaxLite Partners with Habitat for Humanity

WEST CALDWELL, N.J.—MaxLite recently teamed with Habitat for Humanity to build homes in partnership with more than 200 low-income families during Habitat for Humanity’s annual Home Builders Blitz. “MaxLite is proud to support Habitat for Humanity’s home-building efforts and to make quality, energy-efficient lighting accessible for families in need of affordable housing,” said MaxLite CEO Yon Sung.During the annual building event, Habitat for Humanity recruits and partners with local professional builders, who in turn provide labor, funding and materials while coordinating the project through its completion. This partnership allows Habitat affiliates to serve more families without the usual tasks...

Niagara Casinos Awarded 4 Green Keys Rating

NIAGARA FALLS, ON.—Niagara Casinos was awarded a 4 Green Keys rating from Green Key Global acknowledging their sustainable convention facilities and practices, topping off another year of substantial environmental initiatives at both Fallsview Casino Resort and Casino Niagara.Green Key Global, a leading environmental certification body, takes a comprehensive look at how facilities perform in key areas, such as: energy, water, waste, training, policies, procurement, auditing, air quality, and more. Facilities are then awarded a rating from one to five Keys, five being the highest attainable. Detailed performance reports showcase accomplishments while also outlining improvements to be considered.“We consider this...

Acclaim Introduces Compact Dyna Drum SO for Façade Lighting

LOS ANGELES—Acclaim Lighting, a leader in innovation and advanced lighting technology, introduces Dyna Drum SO, a high-output, compact outdoor LED flood fixture for large scale façade lighting, as well as area flood lighting.The compact Dyna Drum SO is only 12.5” wide, 10.1” high and 11” in diameter. It features a DMX-512 control system, with IP66-rated AC power cable and bare wire ends to perform in wet locations. The unit has a 100-277-volt AC power cable and only consumes 120 watts, which replaces traditional outdoor 400 watt discharge fixtures.The Dyna Drum SO offers 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, RGB, RGBW, RGBA,...