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Bulbrite is now available at RelightDepot, giving contractors, facility teams, property managers, and hospitality operators a single line that covers standard replacements, hard-to-find legacy lamps, decorative Edison-style products, and portable fixtures. That matters on projects where sourcing is the real issue, especially when existing conditions do not match what is on the drawings. Instead of splitting lamp sourcing across multiple manufactu Read more

The Portor PT-DLSM2-R surface mount downlight is designed for situations where recessed lighting simply will not work. On many commercial projects, ceiling space is limited by concrete decks, shallow plenums, existing conduit, or structural framing. When that happens, cutting in recessed housings can slow the job or require layout changes. Surface-mount fixtures solve this by installing directly to a junction box. The lighting layout can stay clo Read more

The MLVT Series from MaxLite is a lay-in LED troffer designed to replace fluorescent fixtures in standard 1x4, 2x2, and 2x4 T-grid ceilings. It installs without modifying ceilings or circuits, making it suitable for offices, classrooms, healthcare spaces, and tenant improvements. Field adjustable wattage and color temperature let contractors set light levels and warmth on site. Controls-ready capability supports 0-10V dimming or cMax nodes when r Read more

We're excited to announce the latest Sunlite Featured Specials, offering limited-time pricing on selected lighting products that are ready to ship. These deals are available now with immediate stock, but the special prices are only locked in while supplies last through March 16. If you're planning upcoming installs, service calls, or restocking commonly used fixtures, this is a great opportunity to secure Sunlite products at competitive pricing b Read more

When contractors hear “networked lighting controls,” they often picture extra devices, extra wiring, and a commissioning day that turns into a callback. Luminaire-level lighting controls change that equation by moving sensing and control closer to the fixture, then using a wireless network to coordinate behavior across a space. This article shows what luminaire-level lighting control looks like in practice using published AleoBlue cas Read more

In the first article in this series, we looked at how lighting controls evolved from centralized relay panels to room-level control and now to luminaire-level lighting control. Now we move from industry overview to practical application. AleoBlue Wireless Lighting Controls represents a modern approach to networked lighting control. It delivers advanced functionality such as zoning, scheduling, occupancy sensing, and daylight harvesting without re Read more

Lighting controls were once limited to large, high-budget projects. If a building included advanced controls, it likely relied on centralized relay panels, extensive low-voltage wiring, and specialized commissioning. That model still exists, but it no longer defines the market. In 2026, lighting controls are standard across commercial and industrial projects of all sizes. Energy codes require them. Owners expect measurable savings. Wireless Read more

Underlighting can make a space feel dim and unsafe, while overlighting wastes energy and increases glare. For contractors, facility managers, and building owners alike, having a quick way to estimate how many lumens a space needs is useful during early planning. A common rule of thumb is to combine square footage with target foot-candle levels to estimate total light output for a room, warehouse, or office. This guide explains the method, provide Read more

Lighting plays a vital role in healthcare facilities. It does more than illuminate spaces. It affects how patients heal, how staff perform, and how efficiently a facility operates. To help professionals meet these specialized needs, we have released our new Healthcare Lighting Application Guide as part of our growing Applications library. Read the Healthcare Lighting Application Guide This resource was created for electrical contractors, facility Read more

Lighting retrofits are one of the fastest and most reliable ways to reduce energy costs in commercial buildings. Whether you are a contractor offering retrofit services or a building owner evaluating the potential return, understanding how to calculate ROI (Return on Investment) helps you make informed decisions. This guide reviews the key formulas you will need and walks through a real-world example of a 20,000 sq ft warehouse with 2,000 sq ft o Read more