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More Than 50 Commercial LED Indoor Lighting Products Recognized by
Fourth Annual Next Generation Luminaires™ Design Competition
LAS VEGAS – Fifty-three commercial LED indoor lighting products were recognized for excellence by the
fourth annual Next Generation LuminairesTM (NGL) Solid-State Lighting (SSL) Design Competition, it was
announced today at LIGHTFAIR International.
Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), the Illuminating Engineering Society of North
America, and the International Association of Lighting Designers, NGL was launched in 2008 to promote
excellence in the design of energy-efficient LED luminaires for general illumination in commercial
lighting applications. The competition began evaluating indoor and outdoor products separately in 2012.
Compared to previous years, the 2012 NGL indoor results show a marked improvement in luminaires for
general commercial applications – in particular, recessed modulars (i.e., troffers) and linear pendants,
which generally demonstrated higher efficacy than fluorescents, with comparable lighting quality. Lessdramatic improvement was seen this year in categories such as downlighting, wall washing, and accent
lighting, which were already strong in previous years of the competition. Overall, initial cost remains an
issue, as the judges frequently noted.
The idea behind NGL is to make it easier for lighting designers and specifiers to find LED lighting
products that are worthy of specification. This means recognized products have to measure up on many
fronts. NGL entries are judged on lighting quality (including color, illuminance, light distribution, and
glare), appearance, serviceability, efficacy, value, dimming, and rated lifetime – and the bar was raised
even higher this year, to reflect improvements in the technology. “This is not just a one-dimensional
contest,” said DOE Solid-State Lighting Program Manager Jim Brodrick. “Beauty alone won’t cut it – the
winners have to really ‘walk the walk.’”
A total of 187 products were proposed for submission to the 2012 NGL indoor competition. But because
of the stringent documentation requirements – which were even stricter than they were last year – only
114 actually made it to the judging phase. The rest were rejected either because they weren’t ready for
market or because their manufacturers couldn’t supply the required documentation, which covered
such things as LM-79 test reports and LM-80 life claim documentation. These performance documents
helped ensure that actual performance matched what was claimed.
The 114 products that were judged represented 43 different manufacturers. Of those products, 53 were
chosen as “recognized” winners, meaning that they were considered worthy of specification. These
recognized products cover 15 categories: cove lighting, decorative lighting, recessed downlighting,
pendant lighting, linear lighting, linear pendant lighting, recessed linear lighting, recessed accent
lighting, recessed modular lighting, recessed wall washing, task lighting, accent track lighting, surfacemounted lighting, high-bay industrial lighting, and utility lighting.
From the 53 recognized products, three were given the additional designation of Best in Class, meaning
that they stood out significantly above the other products in their category that were recognized as
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specifiable. The Best in Class winners came from three different manufacturers and covered three areas
of lighting: Intense Lighting was selected for its MBW2 LED Track accent lighting fixture, Albeo
Technologies Inc. for its H-Series LED high-bay luminaire, and Lithonia Lighting for its ST Series LED
utility/general purpose luminaire.
In the “Recognized” category, Amerlux Global Lighting Solutions, Juno Lighting Group, Intense Lighting,
Cooper Lighting, and Focal Point earned praise for their recessed accent lighting. Intense Lighting,
Amerlux Global Lighting Solutions, and Philips Lightolier were recognized for accent track lighting. In
recessed wall washing, USAI Lighting (two fixtures) and Amerlux Global Lighting Solutions were
commended. Two cove lighting fixtures were recognized: one from The Lighting Quotient and one from
Lumenpulse.
In the decorative lighting category, Pure Edge Lighting, Architectural Lighting Works, and Eureka Lighting
(three fixtures) were recognized, while Juno Lighting Group was recognized for its linear lighting fixture.
High-bay industrial lighting had two winners: Digital Lumens and Lithonia Lighting.
Recessed downlights were popular, with designs by Cooper Lighting, USAI Lighting (two fixtures), Juno
Lighting Group (two fixtures), and Amerlux Global Lighting Solutions (two fixtures) all receiving
recognition. Recessed modular (i.e., troffer) lighting was also popular, with Cree Inc., Finelite Inc.,
OSRAM Sylvania, Galaxia Electronics Co. Ltd., and Lithonia Lighting (four fixtures) being recognized.
Three task lights were recognized: one by Humanscale, another by Prism Co. Ltd., and a third by Koncept
Technologies Inc. In the linear pendant lighting category, Selux Corporation, Corelight-Cooper Lighting,
Axis Lighting, and GE Lighting Solutions each received recognition. Three companies – Lumenpulse,
MarulaLED, and Eureka Lighting – were recognized for their pendant lighting fixtures.
Rounding out the recognized products were a recessed linear lighting fixture by Selux Corporation, a
surface-mounted lighting fixture by Lighting Science Group, and a utility lighting fixture by On-Q Lighting
Systems.
Awards were presented at LIGHTFAIR International in Las Vegas on May 10, 2012. The Next Generation
Luminaires competition was created to recognize and promote excellence in the design of energyefficient LED commercial lighting luminaires. By encouraging new designs and technologies, Next
Generation Luminaires aims to increase market acceptance and awareness of LEDs for general
illumination lighting.
Judging Panel
Jeffrey L. Brown , IALD, IESNA
founder and principal of Colorlume Inc.
Leslie M. North, PE, LC, LEED AP
founding principal of Aurora Lighting Design, Inc.
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Liesel Whitney-Schulte , LC
lighting program manager at the Wisconsin Energy Conservation Corporation
Richard Wyton, IES, AEE
corporate lighting consultant for Steiner Electric
Judging Panel/Steering Committee
Craig Bernecker, PhD, FIESNA, LC
founder of The Lighting Education Institute
Avraham Mendall Mor, IALD, IES, LEED AP
partner with Lightswitch Architectural, an architectural lighting and media design firm
Melanie Taylor, IALD, LEED AP
lead designer at Lighting Design Studio for the WSP Flack + Kurtz Seattle Office
Charles Thompson , FAIA, LC, IALD, IESNA, LEED AP
founder of ARCHILLUME
Steering Committee
Dan Blitzer, LC
principal of The Practical Lighting Workshop LLC
Nancy E. Clanton, PE, IALD, FIES, LC, LEED AP
founder and president of Clanton & Associates, a lighting design firm
Barbara Cianci Horton, LC, IALD, IESNA
president and CEO of HLB Lighting Design, Inc.
Mary Matteson Bryan, PE, CEM
independent consultant
Ruth Taylor, PNNL, IES
program manager, DOE’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
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Best in Class and Recognized Fixtures
The judges evaluated white light, general illumination products available for specification in the
commercial market. The panel initially selected 53 products from the 114 reviewed as “Recognized,”
meaning the panel would recommend these 53 products to other specifiers. From all the Recognized,
market-ready products, the judges were asked – at their discretion – to identify any that they
considered “Best in Class.” To attain this level, a product had to both stand out from the others and be
evaluated at the top of a majority of evaluation categories. Thus, products named “Best in Class” had to
be more than just the highest ranked of the group. Most entry categories were not awarded this
distinction.
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BEST IN CLASS WINNERS
Accent Track Lighting
MBW2 LED by Intense Lighting
Delivering uniform vertical illumination, the new MBW2
represents the next generation of LED wall wash track
lighting. Utilizing two high-power LED arrays, the MBW2
provides a unique rectangle light pattern; therefore a
wide spacing ratio is achieved. The MBW2 is ideal for
illuminating retail displays and merchandise racks and
graphics. Multiple accessories and control media are available.
The MBW2 carries a 5-year warranty.
High-bay Industrial Lighting
H-Series by Albeo Technologies Inc.
The highly modular design of the H-Series high-bay luminaire
provides a wide range of lumen packages. Over 400 square
inches of surface area per LED module provides robust heat
sinking and ensures the brightest and longest-lasting LED high
bay for industrial, cold storage, or warehouse applications. The
electrical housing and optics are fully field-serviceable. Choices
of aisle, narrow, or wide optical distributions are available for a
range of facilities, with any layout from open areas to racked
aisles.
Utility / General Purpose Lighting
ST Series by Lithonia Lighting
The ST Series luminaire features an innovative design that
complements other LED recessed volumetric architectural
products from Acuity Brands to achieve a coordinated visual
appearance. End caps are available in standard and custom
finishes. The embedded controls can be installed and are used
to monitor system performance, allow for a constant lumen
management/compensation function, and facilitate simple plugand-play network and control upgrading via Cat-5 cabling. Fullrange (0-10V) dimming is also standard. The ST Series
luminaires are available in surface-, stem- and suspendedmount configurations.
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RECOGNIZED WINNERS
Task Lighting
Horizon™ by Humanscale
The first task light to use Thin Film LED Technology, Horizon™
produces a wide footprint of glare-free light. It combines form
and function to offer adjustable illumination and leaves no
exposed wiring or mechanical fasteners to distract from the
beauty of the light.
Prism TL-4400 by Prism Co., Ltd.
Prism TL-4400 is designed to provide a better task lighting
environment with less ambient lighting. The three-step touch
dimming control and night light mode offer additional lighting
control.
Mosso™ LED by Koncept Technologies Inc.
Mosso™ features an LED head that swivels up and down and
twirls a full 360°, making it easy to bring dimmable, naturallooking light right where you want it. The touchstrip, which can
be used by sliding or tapping, controls the power and brightness
of the lamp.
Recessed Modular Lighting
RT Series by Lithonia Lighting
The RT Series combines digital LED lighting and control
technologies with patented high-performance optical design.
Integrated controls ensure constant light output over time, and
digital addressability enables sophisticated control of scheduling
and light levels on a luminaire, room, or building basis.
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CR Architectural LED Troffers by Cree, Inc.
The CR Architectural LED Troffers (CR14, CR22, CR24) use
®
Cree TrueWhite Technology and room-side thermal
management. They are available in multiple CCTs with step
dimming to 50% standard and 0-10V to 5% optional.
T Series by Lithonia Lighting
The T Series fixture is a high-quality, general-purpose 2’x2’
troffer luminaire with flexible diffuser options for a wide variety of
settings. It features continuous dimming and factory-enabled
controls to maintain light output over time and further optimize
energy consumption.
AC Series by Lithonia Lighting
The AC Series fixture features a classic-yet-contemporary
architectural style, advanced LEDs, and flexible controls. It
creates pleasing volumetric light without the luminaire extending
below the ceiling plane. By providing a uniform distribution of
soft light, the AC Series luminaire creates a more productive
workspace.
HPR-LED Collection by Finelite, Inc.
The HPR-LED collection is an affordable family of glare-free,
recessed LED luminaires packaged with a light engine that runs
cool. The entire collection comes standard with dimming and a
10-year warranty, and is serviceable from below.
Galaxia Smart LED by Galaxia Electronics Co., Ltd.
Galaxia’s LED Panel Lighting System includes occupancy and
photo sensors to complement both task/ambient lighting and
daylighting strategies.
RLC22 by OSRAM
The RLC22 is an LED 2’x2’ luminaire for office, retail, education,
and healthcare environments. The round aperture offers an
architecturally pleasing alternative to the “checkerboard ceiling
pattern” created by some linear fluorescent fixtures.
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VT Series by Lithonia Lighting
The VT Series luminaire enhances the visual environment by
creating a more uniform balance between task illuminance and
spatial brightness. The resulting volumetric effect increases the
perceived lighting level, improves visual comfort, and reinforces
a sense of occupant security and well-being.
Accent Track Lighting
MB3 LED by Intense Lighting
The MB3 features active cooling thermal management and a
deep-set LED array, resulting in exceptional cutoff with minimal
glare. The MB3 offers a variety of color temperatures and CRI
options.
Hornet by Amerlux Global Lighting Solutions
The miniature, dimmable, energy-saving HORNET accent is
mountable on a variety of track systems, including low-voltage,
with a limited 10-year warranty.
Spot LED Series by Philips Lightolier
The Spot LED family of powerful accent lighting, designed with
the retail marketplace in mind, delivers a very high level of
efficacy with accurate beam control. The Spot LED Series
includes spot, narrow flood, and flood distributions.
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Recessed Accent Lighting
Pluris LED by Intense Lighting
The ICL-LED1600 is a recessed multiple lamp luminaire with 1-,
2-, 3-, or 4-lamp configurations and trimless options available.
Hornet Multiples by Amerlux Global Lighting Solutions
The dimmable, energy-saving HORNET Multiples feature 12W
LED accents in a 1-, 2-, 3-, or 4-head recessed housing for a
clean architectural look. The Hornet is designed to deliver quality
color and precise aiming, with a limited 10-year warranty.
Aculux Generation 2 LED by Juno Lighting Group
The Aculux 3¼" adjustable LED fixture provides accent lighting
with precision-geared 370° horizontal and 45° vertical aiming.
Available in four color temperatures (2700K, 3000K, 3500K,
4000K) and three field-interchangeable optics (10°, 24°, 35°).
Three driver options are also available.
ID LED by Focal Point
The ID LED Adjustable Accent offers a choice of beam spreads,
color temperatures, and outputs, with locking 40° tilt. Future
versions of the ID LED will include additional beam spreads and
outputs.
IRiS P3LED by Cooper Lighting
IRiS P3LED is a directional luminaire with a field-replaceable
LED array. Segmented borosilicate glass primary optics with
multilayer coating are available in 10°, 15°, 25°, and 40°
distributions that provide excellent beam control and color
accuracy. The mechanism enables locking, 365° rotation, and
45° tilt.
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Recessed Linear Lighting
M100 LED by SELUX Corporation
M100 LED offers continuous lines of light, which provides
superior performance, excellent luminance uniformity, and
flexibility. An integral driver is available in different housings, with
multiple mounting and dimming options.
Linear Pendant Lighting
M60 LED by SELUX Corporation
M60 LED offers continuous lines of light, which provides
luminance uniformity and flexibility. M-LED with integral driver is
available in different housings, with multiple mounting and
dimming options for true freedom of design.
Loft Micro LED by Corelite - Cooper Lighting
The Loft Micro LED provides direct/indirect illumination and is
available with two different media options. The proprietary LED
platform delivers a soft, diffuse volume of pure white light on
both task and ambient surfaces. The Loft Micro may be mounted
individually or continuously with 4' and 8' modular sections.
Beam 3 LED by Axis Lighting
BEAM 3 LED is a compact, flexible linear system that provides
effective illumination in architectural configurations.
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Lumination LED by GE Lighting Solutions
Lumination LED luminaire offers a new visual aesthetic that
combines direct and indirect lighting in one translucent LED
luminaire. A clear, narrow band surrounds the edge of the
fixture, making the light source appear to “float.”
Pendant Lighting
Lumenbeam™ LBX by Lumenpulse
TM
The Lumenbeam LBX pendant is an IP66-rated luminaire
designed for large interior spaces such as lobbies, atriums,
convention centers, and other high-ceiling applications. It is a
line voltage luminaire (ready for 120 to 277 volts), enabling
uniform illumination of spaces with ceiling heights as high as 100
feet.
LB86 Retail Low Bay Luminaire by MarulaLED
Enabled by next-generation CoolTube™ thermal management,
this high-output LED is available in various light outputs, color
temperatures, and beam angle spreads. The LB86 also offers
dimming and tuning (color temperature and beam angle)
capabilities.
Point by Eureka Lighting
The Point tubular and projector pendant is both decorative and
highly functional. Point is available as a stem- or wall-mounted
projector or aircraft cable-mounted pendant. Available with
optional dimming.
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Decorative Lighting
Rolo by Eureka Lighting
Rolo is a fun and innovative projector fixture. The ball-shaped
projector that is supported by a rare-earth magnet allows for
almost infinite aiming. It uses a CNC machined aluminum heat
sink and 17° or 48° beam angle multi-lens.
Lap by Eureka Lighting
Lap is a highly decorative, indirect, ADA-compliant wall sconce.
Discreetly hidden linear light engine creates an elegant floating
light fixture with a seemingly invisible light source. The customdesigned light engine features on-board thermal management.
Dimming is available.
Soft Line Indirect LED by Pure Edge Lighting
Soft Line uncoils like a retractable tape measure and suspends
white or RGB LED strip lighting at a variety of angles, creating a
line of indirect LED light between opposing wall and ceiling
surfaces. Adjustable turnbuckles support the Soft Line light strip,
creating a three-dimensional look as functional as it is visually
interesting.
LP9 Mono Citizen13 by Architectural Lighting Works
A suspended or wall-mounted single lamp monopoint around the
Citizen13 module provides a rectilinear frame around the LED,
with an attractive heat sink and acrylic lens for spot lighting
applications.
Bare by Eureka Lighting
Bare is an elegantly styled and decorative handmade glass
pendant. The clear glass shade is frosted in the lower regions to
reduce glare and allows a discreet amount of indirect light.
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Recessed Downlighting
BeveLED® 2.0 Downlight by USAI Lighting
The all-in-one interchangeable housing of the BeveLED 2000
allows it to be used as a downlight, adjustable, or wall wash.
USAI Lighting’s advanced and integrated approach utilizes
discrete LEDs, allowing for the ultimate control of beam
spreads, uniformity, maximizing center beam candle power,
quality of light, and efficiency – all through the smallest possible
apertures.
NanoLED® NXT Downlight by USAI Lighting
®
The NanoLED recessed downlight delivers high lumen output
from a tiny 2.5" aperture. It provides maximum lumens and
optical performance through the optimization of thermal, optical,
and LED science.
Generation 3, 6" IC LED by Juno Lighting Group
The Generation 3, 6” IC LED downlight offers ultra-efficient,
high-performance illumination with sophisticated optics. The
LED lighting engine features the latest high-lumen output array,
which is shielded from direct viewing for pleasing aesthetics.
Four optics are available: wide-, medium-, or narrow-flood; and
spot.
Generation 3, 4" IC LED by Juno Lighting Group
The Generation 3, 4” IC LED downlight is offered with a
dedicated 120V driver with forward phase and ELV dimming, or
a universal voltage (120-277V) driver with 0-10V dimming. Four
CCTs are available: 2700K, 3000K, 3500K, and 4100K.
Evoke 4.75 G2 LED by Amerlux Global Lighting Solutions
Evoke 4.75 second-generation LED downlight offers impressive
performance, high lumen delivery, and consistent color with full
dimmability. Evoke features a seamless square trim with or
without flange, and a high-efficiency lens for uniformed
illumination.
Portfolio™ 6” Square LED by Cooper Lighting - Portfolio
The square aperture LED downlight from Portfolio™ features a
diffused optical system. The curved transitional lens design
reduces LED source brightness and produces a smooth
distribution. The fixture adjusts 2" vertically, and the aperture
rotates +/- 7.5°.
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Evoke 2.9 G2 LED by Amerlux Global Lighting Solutions
Evoke 2.9 second-generation LED downlight integrates fit,
finish, and attention to detail with performance and control. The
Evoke 2.9 features high lumen delivery, consistent color,
dimming and glare control, superior cutoff, and a variety of
distribution options.
Surface Mounted Lighting
Glimpse by Lighting Science Group
Designed to mirror the form of a recessed downlight in
application, the Glimpse can be retrofitted into 4", 5" or 6"
recessed downlights by simply replacing the existing Edison
base lamp and trim, or it can be surface-mounted to a J-Box as
a luminaire.
Recessed Wall Washing
BeveLED® 2.0 Wall Wash by USAI Lighting
®
The all-in-one interchangeable housing of the BeveLED 2000
recessed wall wash allows it to be used as a downlight,
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adjustable, or wall wash. The BeveLED molded reflector/optical
system features uniformity and 1.27 spacing criteria.
Evoke 4.75 G2 by Amerlux Global Lighting Solutions
The Evoke 4.75 second-generation LED wall washer offers an
asymmetrical distribution and delivers dimmable, even
illumination with crisp, consistent color.
NanoLED® NXT by USAI Lighting
®
The NanoLED recessed wall washer combines high lumen
output and high color rendering in a small aperture with
uniformity and 1.27 spacing criteria. The NanoLED wall wash
features a replaceable and interchangeable light engine and
custom-designed and molded wall wash reflector/molded lens
optical system. Multiple color temperatures and dimming options
are available.
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Cove Lighting
fraqtir™ Cove by The Lighting Quotient
The fraqtir™ Cove is a high-performance, asymmetric, linear
LED concealed (cove/slot) luminaire that features an extruded
aluminum heat sink/optical housing and an extruded aluminum
continuous driver channel. Adjustable and lockable aiming plus
LUXEON A emitters (6 per foot) provide efficient, high light
output with consistent warm color.
Lumencove® by Lumenpulse
®
The Lumencove RO is a modular and adjustable cove lighting
and tight space lighting system. It is available in 1', 2', 3', 4', and
8' sections, enabling ease of installation for both linear and
radial configurations.
Linear Lighting
Trac 12 LED Linear by Juno Lighting Group
Trac 12 Miniature LED Modules are available with up to three
LED boards and four color temperatures.
Utility Lighting
Aura Series by ON-Q Lighting Systems
The Aura’s modular design with replaceable parts makes it ideal
for stairwells, corridors, and parking structures. Designed
specifically for areas that require lighting 24/7 for optimum safety
and fire codes, but that may not be occupied often. When
onboard motion sensors detect occupancy, Aura smoothly
brightens from the standby mode’s 5 watts to 24 watts. Battery
back-up and daylight sensing options will be available soon.
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High-Bay Industrial Lighting
ILE-3-18 by Digital Lumens
ILE-3-18 is available with narrow or wide optics and designed
for ceiling heights over 15', making it suitable for a wide variety
of applications, such as warehouse bulk storage areas, docks,
manufacturing facilities, and retail floors. Each fixture has builtin wireless networking, allowing communication with the
LightRules Lighting Management System.
PROTEON LED™ by Lithonia Lighting
The PROTEON™ LED high-bay is a versatile solution for large
indoor spaces such as warehousing, manufacturing, and
convention centers. Control options are available.