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Energy Star Will Host Meeting and Webinar on LED Lamps Specification on November 30, 2011

Nov 21, 2011 November 30, 2011 has been announced as a date of the Energy Star meeting and live webinar dedicated to the review of Draft I of Energy Star Lamps Specification. The meeting aims to gather input from partners and stakeholders for future development of the light bulbs specification. The deadline for in-person registration is November 25.

Siemens and OSRAM Developed Novel Deep Red Phosphor for LEDs

Nov 21, 2011 Electronics News reports an exciting research development from Siemens Corporate Technology and OSRAM. Using a High Throughput Experimentation (THE) they were able to develop new dark red luminescent material suited for light-emitting diodes.The novel luminescent material is intended for general lighting warm-toned white LEDs, LCD backlights, and automotive LED applications.

Gigahertz-Optik Released New X1-RM Rack-Mountable Multimeter

Nov 21, 2011 Gigahertz-Optik launched new X1-RM Multimeter, that is a rack-mountable version of the X1 series hand-held universal optometer for use with a wide variety of detector types. It combines a powerful microprocessor and electronics in a rack-mountable module for integration into standard 19” rack-mount housings. A unique feature of the X1-RM is its capability to operate up to four photodiode detectors with all four signals displayed on its four line display with on/off backlighting.

GlacialLight Exhibiting Wide Array of LED Products at the 2011 LED EXPO in New Delhi

Nov 18, 2011 GlacialLight, a division of GlacialTech Inc., a global provider of PC cooling, power supplies, power drivers and LED lighting, will present at the LED EXPO, to be held at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi, India, 1-3 December 2011.

Goldman Sachs Released LED/OLED Industry Analysis Report

Nov 18, 2011 Forbes reports on the release of the Goldman Sachs analysts report on LED/OLED industry. According to the report, Goldman Sachs analyst Brian Lee appointed Buy ratings on LED lighting company Cree and OLED technology company Universal Display; LED equipment maker Veeco received a Neutral rating, and sets a Sell on Rubicon Technology.

SYLVANIA Released Results of the 4th Annual Socket Survey

Nov 18, 2011 SYLVANIA has released results of the 4th annual SYLVANIA Socket Survey— the industry’s only measurement/ barometer of the changing lighting landscape and public attitudes about efficient lighting and awareness of the upcoming national phase-out of incandescent light bulbs— starting in January with the 100 watt. This year’s benchmark survey revealed that for the first time a majority of American (55 percent) are aware of the 2007 congressional legislation mandating the phase-out of inefficient lighting.

Chroma-Q New Color Block 2 Plus Has Improved Brightness

Nov 18, 2011 The new Chroma-Q™ Color Block 2 Plus™ is a higher output version of the original Color Block 2™ multi-purpose LED fixture that retains the same versatile modular ‘building block’ design, single colour RGBA optics, high light output and theatrical grade dimming to create an exceptional all-round feature set. The Color Block 2 Plus utilises the very latest generation of LED and optics, resulting in 40% more output (750 lumens) than the original Color Block 2 (530 lumens) when the internal switch is set to full power.

Research Highlights: Stanford University Team Developed Nano LEDs for Ultrafast Data Transmission

Nov 17, 2011 It has been reported that a team at Stanford's School of Engineering has demonstrated an ultrafast nanoscale light-emitting diode (LED) that is orders of magnitude lower in power consumption than today's laser-based systems and is able to transmit data at the very rapid rate of 10 billion bits per second.

Research Highlights: Research Group at Harvard Solves Problem of QD-LEDs

Nov 17, 2011 By nestling quantum dots in an insulating egg-crate structure, researchers at the Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) have demonstrated a robust new architecture for quantum-dot light-emitting devices (QD-LEDs).

Trans-Lux Partnered with University of Rochester

Nov 17, 2011 It has been reported that Trans-Lux, the Norwalk-based company, which sold-off its movie theater business (now Storyteller Theaters) years ago, has since reinvented itself to become a leading innovator in video displays and LED lighting systems.

Review of Lumiotec's OLED Lamps

Nov 17, 2011 OLED-info has released a hands on review of the Lumiotec's two commercially available OLED lamps: "Hanger" and "Vanity". Both use a single square OLED panel, and the "Hanger" is the world's cheapest OLED lamp - at $450.

Hualei Optoelectronics Receives Further AIXTRON MOCVD Systems

Nov 17, 2011 AIXTRON SE today announced that Xiang Nang Hualei Optoelectronics Ltd, of Hunan Province, China, has ordered eight new AIXTRON MOCVD reactors to boost capacity for GaN HB LEDs. The order includes six CRIUS II reactors in a 55x2-inch wafer configuration and two AIX G5 HT 56x2-inch wafer configuration systems.

Acuity Brands Associates Honored by IES

Nov 16, 2011 Acuity Brands, Inc., a market leader in innovative lighting solutions, announced today that the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) has recognized three of the Company’s associates during its recent annual conference in Austin, Texas

30x30 cm Flexible OLED Lighting Panel on Metal Foil

Nov 16, 2011 OLED-info reports on the new flexible OLED prototype showcased by the Holst center. The 30x30 cm flexible OLED panel on the metal foil was shown in a short video, but no additional technical details have been released yet.

Cree’s Ruud Lighting Subsidiary Announced Facility Expansion

Nov 16, 2011 Cree, Inc.’s Ruud Lighting subsidiary, based in Racine, Wisc., held groundbreaking ceremony on November 15, 2011 to highlight a 208,000-square-foot expansion to its manufacturing facility. The company’s $24.5 million investment will focus on manufacturing and assembly of LED lighting and is expected to create 469 new full-time jobs over the next four years.

Intematix Introduced ChromaLit Ellipse, Candle and Dome Remote Phosphor Products

Nov 16, 2011 Intematix, a leading innovator of patented phosphors and phosphor components for high-quality LED lighting, announced the production availability of its ChromaLit™ Ellipse, Candle and Dome light sources for use by manufacturers of LED light bulbs, fixtures and other indoor and outdoor lighting applications. These new three-dimensional patented remote phosphor ChromaLit products provide designers with wide angle lighting distribution, improved light quality and greater freedom in the design of brighter, more energy efficient lighting. Intematix’s ChromaLit remote phosphor light sources are ideal for use in residential, commercial and hospitality applications such as LED retrofit light bulbs, downlights, wall sconces, pendants, portable lights, chandeliers and other decorative lighting fixtures

Exclusive Interview with Eran Fine, Oree Inc.

Nov 15, 2011 LEDs Review received an exceptional opportunity for an exclusive interview with Eran Fine, co-founder and president of Oree Inc., a leader in the innovative planar LED lighting solutions.

Trans-Lux Successful in Comprehensive Restructuring Plan

Nov 15, 2011 Trans-Lux Corporation, a supplier of LED technology for high resolution video displays and lighting applications, has announced the successful completion of an extensive financial restructuring and re-capitalization of the Company

SavWatt's Eco-Pole to Be Installed at Fort Knox US Military Base

Nov 15, 2011 SavWatt USA, Inc. has announced today that a SavWatt Eco-Pole has been selected for installation at a strategic location on the Fort Knox Military Base in Kentucky.ECO-POLE is an energy efficient, self energized, free-standing 60 Watt LED outdoor lighting system that is powered by a patent pending wind turbine and solar panel. Using only natural resources, wind and sun, ECO-POLE can be placed just about anywhere outdoor lighting is required.

Xicato Inc. CEO Presents at UBS Global Technology and Services Conference

Nov 15, 2011 Xicato Inc., manufacturer of LED modules for general illumination, announced that Menko Deroos, CEO, is presenting at UBS Global Technology and Services Conference in New York City on Tuesday, November 15, 2011. A recording of this event can also be viewed from the Company's website at www.xicato.com. Management will also be available to meet with interested investors in one-on-one meetings at the conference.