Press archive 2018

EM powerLED BASIC 75 W linear combines a constant-current LED driver with an emergency lighting unit in a low-profile housing. This 2-in-1 version saves space in the luminaire and reduces the amount of wiring needed. more

Tridonic, a leading global provider of integrated lighting solutions, is assisting luminaire manufacturers in the configuration, transmission and control of driver settings. companionSUITE is a dynamic set of various software tools developed by Tridonic for long-term process optimisation, minimising production errors and enabling simple analysis of faulty devices. The range of software has now been expanded to include an analysis tool. more

The lighting in the new extension to the Kunsthalle Mannheim (Mannheim Museum of Modern Art) can be tailored to suit different requirements thanks to the controllable lighting panels in the ceiling and configurable spotlights – anything is possible, from a black box to a white cube for presenting artwork. The key to this sophisticated solution is the use of LED light engines and LED drivers from Tridonic. more

Dornbirn, November 13, 2018 – The DLE G2 PRE Tunable White system is precalibrated at the factory and has an adjustable colour temperature range of 2,700 to 6,500 K, so it covers the entire white range from warm white to cool white. Luminous flux remains constant at all times. The system provides a simple way to create dynamic lighting solutions such as Tunable White and human centric lighting applications. more

Dornbirn, November 8, 2018 – The compact smartSWITCH HF 5DP f and HF 5DP S f switch sensors have an extra-wide detection range and, as built-in devices, require very little space in the luminaire. The sensors employ microwave technology and switch the light using the respective LED driver when they detect presence and ambient light. more

Dornbirn, 6 November 2018 – Tridonic's seventh generation of SLE ADV modules benefits from a chip upgrade resulting in even greater efficiency, longer life time and improved thermal management – all with excellent colour rendering. The modules are available with light-emitting surfaces of 9 to 15 mm (LES 9 to LES 15), with 17 and 21 mm variants set to follow soon. more

Dornbirn, September 17, 2018 – The new RLE-G2 modules from Tridonic have been developed for harsh industrial environments and challenging outdoor conditions. They can withstand salt spray, pollutants and extreme temperatures and are easy to integrate in a very wide range of luminaires. With their long life and high efficiency they cover a broad spectrum of potential applications. more

Dornbirn, 27 August 2018 – Tridonic is launching a new series of sensors that can detect both motion and ambient light. Developed in accordance with the IEC-62386-103 standard and prepared for certification by the Digital Illumination Interface Alliance (DiiA), the sensors are suitable for commercially available DALI-2 controllers and can easily be integrated into lighting and building management systems. more

Dornbirn, 22 August 2018 – The fifth generation of the 24 mm LLE ADVANCED modules for linear luminaires and panel lights feature an impressively high efficacy of up to 200 lumen per watt as well as superior quality. Luminaire manufacturers and OEMs will also benefit from greater flexibility, thanks to the wider variety of products. more

Dornbirn, August 7, 2018 – “Tunable White? – we’ve already got it!” That’s the proud boast of the Lucerne School of Engineering & Architecture. There were several good reasons why the School became an early adopter of the new lighting technology with which the luminous flux and the colour temperature of the light can be changed to suit demand. The Tunable White lighting was installed in the Interior Design Studio. Thanks to appropriate LED light engines and associated control technology from Tridonic, the colour temperature of the LED luminaires can be smoothly adjusted between 3,000 kelvin (warm white) and 6,000 kelvin (cool white). Preprogrammed colour temperature curves can also be selected and run. more

Dornbirn, August 6, 2018 – Tridonic Jennersdorf GmbH, a subsidiary of Tridonic GmbH & Co KG, Dornbirn and thus part of the Zumtobel Group lighting group, has filed a lawsuit against the company Ingram Micro Distribution GmbH based in Germany. The subject of the legal action brought before Munich District Court I is the sale of smartphones manufactured by HTC of Taiwan. more

Dornbirn, August 2, 2018 – The flexible LLE FLEX IP67 EXCITE continuous row from Tridonic offers protections from dust and water and can be installed in moisture-prone rooms, like bathrooms, without a second thought. A stable colour temperature without any chromacity coordinate shift also allows for combination with other continuous rows. more

Dornbirn, Austria, May 7, 2018 – The Austrian Patent Office recently published its 2017 annual report. With a total of 84 registered inventions, Tridonic – a world-leading supplier of intelligent and efficient lighting solutions – takes second place in the list ranking companies with the largest number of inventions. more

Dornbirn, April 19, 2018 – The dimmable two-channel DALI DT6 constant current LED driver is the latest addition to the Premium SELV series and is already DALI-2 certified. It will typically be used in linear and panel luminaires in offices and healthcare facilities for direct and indirect lighting applications. Simple tunable white solutions are also possible. more

Dornbirn, March 28, 2018 – The new lighting installation at the university hospital in Poitiers, France supports the treatment of cancer patients in a special room thanks to human centric lighting. A natural environment is being simulated in the room to create a greater feeling of well-being thanks to modern tunable white LED technology and a custom-designed illuminated ceiling. In addition, more than 800 LED luminaires and LED drivers from Tridonic have been installed in the new administrative block at the hospital. more

Dornbirn, March 26, 2018 – A unique light study by a number of leading lighting companies and the recognised Aalborg University in Copenhagen adds a new dimension to the working environment by exploring how the interplay of dynamic daylight and dynamic electrical lighting in a spatial context can support individual needs and different work situations. more

Dornbirn, March 19, 2018 – What links the pedestrian precinct in old town centre of Lloret de Mar with a housing development in Tarragona, the promenade in Sitges and the Torres Villà Park in Granollers? They are all in public areas and need flexible, reliable lighting that consumes as little energy as possible and that can be conveniently controlled. Tridonic has successfully renovated the lighting together with service partner SECE of Barcelona. more

Dornbirn, March 15, 2018 – Tridonic initiated patent lawsuits against telecommunication retailer S-KON eKontor24 GmbH. Although District Court Munich I affirmed Tridonic’s arguments, parties agreed on a settlement for reasons of legal certainty and prompt settlement of the dispute. more

Dornbirn, Austria, March 14, 2018 – In a smart building project Tridonic is demonstrating the successful practical application of its net4more toolbox for IP-based networking. The company has installed a total of 200 devices at its headquarters in Dornbirn, Austria. net4more provides a network for the connected devices, both wired via Power over Ethernet (PoE) and wireless via THREAD. The devices include occupancy sensors, air quality sensors and illuminance sensors. more

Dornbirn, March 13, 2018 – Tridonic has responded to increasing orders and the demand for faster delivery times by expanding the team at its UK warehouse. The 10,000 sq ft warehouse, located in Basingstoke, Hampshire, has 1,500 bays and ensures that the company can supply its customers with the over 90 percent of its lighting component products from stock. more

Dornbirn, March 7, 2018. – The central elliptical atrium of the headquarters of dSPACE in Paderborn can be seen for miles around thanks to the new LED lighting. Luminaire manufacturer Erventec worked closely with Tridonic to develop a new LED lighting system for the atrium, adapted specifically for the ceiling geometry. The system not only meets high demands in terms of design but also consumes only half as much energy as the previous solution. more

Dornbirn, March 5, 2018 – Second generation Tunable White systems consist of two to six linear or area LED modules and corresponding DALI DT8 LED drivers. They cover the entire colour temperature spectrum from 2,700 to 6,500 K, have an extended dimming range down to 3 percent and, together with appropriate control components, provide the hardware basis for human centric lighting. more

Dornbirn, 21. February 2018 – The compact basicDIM wireless control module paves the way for easy wireless communication with up to 127 luminaires. It is suited primarily to projects that need no direct IP connection and that aim to achieve more lighting comfort in a cost-effective manner and with no additional wiring. more

Dornbirn, 15 February 2018 – The fourth generation LLE-ADVANCED modules have been expanded to cover ZHAGA-compatible lengths, meaning that very long homogeneous light bands such as might be used in office buildings can also now be implemented with no additional wiring effort. more

Dornbirn, 16 January 2018 – The newly opened ZERO NERO fitness club in Bergamo, northern Italy, offers state-of-the-art equipment training, a trendy range of courses and relaxation in a building of approximately 1,500 square metres. A system solution from Tridonic creates the right lighting scenes in all areas. The studio operator benefits from flexible control and reliable maintenance via the cloud with the connecDIM Gateway. more