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WIN Semiconductors Adds AIXTRON MOCVD Reactors to Boost Production

Nov 30, 2011 AIXTRON SE today announced that WIN Semiconductors, an existing customer and a leading manufacturer of microwave devices in Taiwan, placed an order for two MOCVD systems, another AIX 2600G3 system in a 7x6-inch wafer configuration as well as its first AIX 2800G4 system in a 8x6-inch wafer configuration. It will use the systems to develop and mass produce various high performance devices.
The reactors will be delivered in the fourth quarter of 2011 and be installed and commissioned by a local AIXTRON service support team at the company’s state-of-the-art facility located in Kuei Shan Hsiang, Taiwan.

OSRAM Opto Semiconductors Launched New LED: the Oslon Square

Nov 30, 2011 OSRAM Opto Semiconductors’ new LED, the Oslon Square, meets the requirements for a wide range of applications, including designer luminaires for the home or office, retrofits and street lights. The Oslon Square is available in many different versions and color temperatures, and can be operated with different currents, making it extremely versatile. Its reflective package makes even better use of light and increases system efficiency for all types.

Arizona Hospital Went Green with LEDtronics LED Lighting Fixtures

Nov 29, 2011 Kingman Regional Medical Center at Kingman, Arizona has switched to the energy efficient LED lighting solutions to illuminate the hospital campus premises. In addition to energy savings benefit (energy savings of 202 watts per fixture), the LED lighting fixtures provided outstanding light intensity and quality necessary for the superior security cameras work. Overall a 104 88-watt LEDtronics SLL003P-30X2W-XPW-005 LED luminaire were installed in place of the old 250-watt HPS lamps in 88 fixtures throughout the campus.

Market Research Expects LED Market Growth at 8% CAGR Through 2014

Nov 29, 2011 MarketResearch.com has announced the addition of the new report "Global LED Market 2010-2014" to their collection of Components market research.The report forecasts the Global LED market to grow at a CAGR of 7.7 percent over the period 2010-2014. It analyzes the current Global LED market landscape and its growth prospects. It also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market. According to the report, key vendors dominating LED market include Nichia Corp., Samsung LED Co., Cree Inc., and LG Innotek.

CNET Selected 5 Top Smart LED TVs under $1000

Nov 29, 2011 Ty Pendlebury from CNET.com has selected 5 best smart LED TVs available for $1000 or less. The selection includes LG 47LW5600 (47-inch LED), Samsung UN40D6400 (40-inch), LG Infinia 47LV5500 (47-inch), Toshiba 47TL515 (47-inch) and Sony Bravia KDL-46EX523 (46-inch). Detailed reviews for each model are provided.

Magnalight Introduced New High Intensity LED Light Bar

Nov 29, 2011 The Magnalight LEDP10W-50E LED Light Bar from Larson Electronics’ provides intense light output from a highly efficient and extremely durable unit that is capable of operating under extreme conditions. This 50 watt LED light bar is designed to resist the damaging effects of harsh environments and produces 4,300 lumens of intense light while using only 4.17 amps, making it efficient as well as powerful. Pulse Width Modulation technology and advanced LED drivers provide unparalleled control of heat and voltages and heavy duty IP68 rated construction provides waterproof protection to 3 meters.

Case Study: Lumenpulse Illuminates Iconic BC Place Stadium in Vancouver

Nov 28, 2011 This weekend, Canada’s version of the Super Bowl took place in Vancouver and as part of a recent stadium renovation, CFL fans and the Vancouver skyline were lit up in a whole new way thanks to LED lighting technology. When a team scored or did the wave light shows were triggered and team colors were displayed inside and out to get the whole city jazzed. Lumenpulse has kindly posted all the technical details and challenges of the installation in the exciting case study.

PIXLED Extended Creative and Lightweight Product Range

Nov 28, 2011 Leading European designed LED screen brand Pixled has significantly expanded its range of robust, portable, lightweight screen surfaces, which are popular for all creative and scenic applications - from entire stage sets to specialist presentation and exhibition areas and retail displays. The new products include P-6 lightweight dynamic tile, Flex-10 ultra-flexible display module, F-50C/F-75C/F-150C soft scurtain LED, F- 55G pixels on a grid with ultra transparent background and the “Lightbox” - digital signage display.

FZLED Launched Ultra Slim LED Panel Lights

Nov 28, 2011 FZLED, manufacturer of LED lighting products, has launched two new series of ultra-thin, long lasting, easy to install 52W LED panel lights. The PL-60-00 series of panel lights are 60 centimeters long (approx. 2 feet) and the PL-120-00 series are 120 centimeters long (approx. 4 feet). These fantastic new panel lights are specifically designed to be energy-saving replacements for fluorescence tube commonly used in large spaces like government buildings, offices, gymnasiums, subways, and shopping malls.

LED Expo 2011 to Open on December 1 in New Delhi, India

Nov 28, 2011 'LED Expo 2011', India's No.1 and largest International Exhibition on LED Lighting Products and Technology will be held from 1st-3rd December 2011 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. Inauguration by Shri. Sushil Kumar Shinde, Hon'ble Minister of Power, Govt. of India. 'LED SUMMIT' a 2 day International Conference on the LED Lighting Products & Technology will be conducted concurrent to the Expo. Product showcase gallery, live demo rooms and mock up rooms to give exact effect of LED lighing in action.

Carclo LED Optics Preferred by Supercar Brands

Nov 23, 2011 Yorkshire Post reports that technical plastics group Carclo delivered “solid” first half figures on the back of lucrative links with the world of luxury cars. Top of the range supercars such as Aston Martin, Bugatti Veyron and Lamborghini all source their LED lighting from Carclo.

Guide to LED Heatsinks from Electronics Weekly

Nov 23, 2011 Steve Bush from Electronics Weekly has published a detailed guide to LED heatsins design and development. The guide includes inputs from industries leading experts in the area: Lumileds application engineer Michiel Kruger, Mentor Graphics marketing manager John Parry and Paul Ward, opto-products manager at distributor Farnell.

Nordson ASYMTEK Won Global Technology Award in the LED Production Equipment Category

Nov 23, 2011 Nordson ASYMTEK, a leader in dispensing, coating, and jetting technologies, announced that it has won the 2011 Global Technology Award in the category of LED Production Equipment for its Spectrum(TM) S-922 LED jetting system for dispensing silicone. The award recognizes the best new innovations in the printed circuit assembly and packaging industries. The award was presented at the Productronica Trade Fair in Munich, Germany on November 15th, 2011. This was the fourth time Nordson ASYMTEK has won a Global Technology award.

Fort Worth Tests LED Lighting System to Illuminate Downtown

Nov 22, 2011 It has been reported that Fort Worth began testing a state-of-the-art LED lighting system at Sundance Square on Monday. The new LED lights will replace the white bulbs that have outlined many Sundance buildings for years.

LEDnovation Introduced PAR38 SPOT

Nov 22, 2011 LEDnovation announced availability of the EnhanceLite® PAR38 Spot. With a 3000K color temperature and tight, 14° beam angle, the PAR38 Spot boasts center beam candle power (CBCP) of 10,280 candelas, making it the ideal choice for highlighting objects from afar in commercial and retail applications. This new option adds to the 27°, 35° and 55° beam angle choices already available on the EnhanceLite® PAR38 lamps.The EnhanceLite® PAR38 Spot will be available in December 2011.

OSRAM Luminaires Used at McDonald's Outdoor Facilities in Germany

Nov 22, 2011 Digitimes reports that OSRAM is fitting outdoor facilities of the McDonald's restaurant chain in Germany with modern and energy-efficient LED lighting. So far, the parking lots of a total of 25 new restaurants have been provided with the LED floodlights from OSRAM's subsidiary Siteco.

Hyperspec RECON™ Chosen as PRISM Award Finalist

Nov 22, 2011 Headwall Photonics has announced that the Hyperspec® RECON™ handheld sensor has been nominated as one of three finalist products in the Military/Defense category for the 2011 PRISM Awards. The winning product will be announced in January by SPIE and Photonics Media during Photonics West.

Mouser Electronics Signed Global Distribution Pact with LedLink

Nov 22, 2011 Mouser Electronics, Inc., regarded as a top design engineering resource and global distributor for semiconductors and electronic components, has signed global distribution agreement with LedLink Optics, Inc. The Taiwan company specializes in the manufacturing of high-quality secondary optics for high-power LEDs and is an official optical solution partner for Cree, OSRAM Opto Semiconductors, Seoul Semiconductor, and other leading LED manufacturers.

Holophane Launched Night Time Demo

Nov 21, 2011 Acuity Brands, Inc. announced the introduction of the Night Time Demo by Holophane®. The Night Time Demo is a unique demonstration program that enables customers to increase their outdoor lighting knowledge by walking through a series of outdoor lighting environments and experiencing first-hand the quality of different outdoor lighting technologies

Elemental LED Announces 2nd Annual Cyber Monday Super Sale

Nov 21, 2011 Elemental LED, a San Francisco Bay Area-based LED lighting company, announced that it will discount its entire inventory of products by 35% on Cyber Monday, November 28th. This is the second year that Elemental LED will participate with online retailers in Cyber Monday, following last year when the company also discounted products by 35%.