Premier Lighting & CPC, the Cooperative Purchasing Connection

For the past few years, Premier Lighting Inc. has been a proud member of the Cooperative Purchasing Connection! Those involved with schools, non-profits, and government are often aware of the association, but essentially the CPC allows Premier Lighting the ability to easily quote and offer services through this partnership. If you are a CPC member, … Read more

Convert Any CFL Plug-In Lamp to LED with Eiko’s Type AB CCT LED PL’s

It is a fact that CFL lamps are not long for the lighting world. The market has dictated it over recent years with the rise of LED and legislation in various states is delivering the deathblow. CFL screw-in base lamps are being phased out at a faster rate, as the LED replacements are pretty clear … Read more

GE Current Passive Cooling LED HPS Replacements 1800K/2200K/2700K

GE Current is ready for the new year with some amazing new additions to their LED HID replacement line! Previously GE’s LED HID cobs featured active cooling, meaning a fan was working to maintain a workable temperature for the bulb to survive. They now have an extensive passive cooling line of LED HID replacement lamps … Read more

How to Measure Recessed Downlights and Choose Replacement Options

Recessed downlights are a popular lighting choice in many commercial spaces due to their sleek and unobtrusive design. If you’re planning to replace or upgrade recessed downlights in your facility, accurate measurements and selecting the right replacements are critical to ensure a seamless fit and optimal performance. This guide is tailored for commercial end users … Read more

The Game-Changer for U-Bend Lamps: A Plug & Play and Ballast Bypass Option

The Keystone KT-LED15PST8-U1G-8CSJ-X3 Is the X3 Combo Drive

In the world of commercial and industrial lighting, efficiency and ease of installation often dictate the choice of lighting solutions. For those still utilizing fluorescent U-bend lamps, the latest innovation offers a versatile, hassle-free upgrade: a Type AB LED Ubend with both plug & play and ballast bypass options, including being designed for single or … Read more

Finding the Perfect LED Color Tunable A-Lamp with High CRI: A Practical Guide

As the lighting industry continues to evolve, the demand for versatile, energy-efficient, and aesthetically pleasing lighting solutions has skyrocketed. Among the most sought-after products are LED color tunable A-lamps. These bulbs, which allow users to adjust the color temperature of the light, are ideal for creating the right ambiance for different settings, whether in homes, … Read more

Minnesota Clean Lighting Bill – CFL / Linear Fluorescent Ban Upcoming!

fluorescent T8 tubes soon to be banned!

Another year is almost in the books and in the lighting world, that means the sun is setting on CFL’s and linear fluorescent in some states! We wrote about the fluorescent lighting ban last year and have had to update it a few times already, as more states passed upcoming bans on fluorescent lighting technology. … Read more

New Keystone Color-Select SignHero DX2 Lamps in Frosted or Clear

Keystone’s SignHero LED Sign Tubes have been a leading solution for fluorescent sign retrofits since their inception a few years back. The newest version of their patented SignHero has just been released and it has some innovations that are sure to impress, all while maintaining the same low cost. The old SignHero lamps were available … Read more

Halco ProLED Waterproof LED PAR36 AR111 Lights with Screw Terminal Base

You would think after all this time with LED in the market that all the different lamp and base types would be covered and easy to find. But there are always new applications that we run across that provide a challenge, yet with a little research we are able to find solutions. Take a halogen … Read more

Keystone Tech Class P UL LED Drivers, Case Sizes, mA Programming and more

Class P UL LED Drivers

Sourcing LED drivers continues to be a pain point in the industry, as we often see that be the first failure point in Gen1/Gen2 LED fixtures. A mad chase then begins for a replacement LED driver option! Good luck finding that same specific driver from 4-5 years (or longer) ago. Which is why too often … Read more