Hong Kong – April 26, 2018 - More than 220,000 visitors gathered in Frankfurt, Germany, from March 18-23, 2018 to attend Messe Light+Building, the world’s largest trade fair for lighting and building services technology. During the fair, some 2,700 exhibitors displayed the latest products in the fields of lighting and home and building automation. The theme of this year’s event was “Connected-Secure-Convenient”. In this spirit, GRE Alpha presented their latest LED dimming module and driver technology working together with self-powered wireless switches and sensors based on the EnOcean wireless standard for a new era of intelligent building applications. The display was featured at the EnOcean Alliance partner booth in Hall 9.1, stall B60.
The result of a groundbreaking collaboration, GRE Alpha’s ENO-DIM LED dimming modules are compatible with any constant voltage LED driver. They enable smooth, flicker-free dimming of lighting fixtures when paired with any self-powered wireless switches using the EnOcean wireless standard. These switches use the energy created by the touch of a button to send a wireless signal to the ENO-DIM LED dimming module. There are no batteries and no wiring required, and switches can be mounted anywhere. This enables seamless integration when retrofitting existing LED lighting control systems or when building out new smart LED lighting projects.
Self-powered wireless switches using the EnOcean wireless standard operate at a high-reliability frequency band, and therefore enable interference-free and a wide range of up to 30 meters within buildings compared to other RF wireless technologies such as BLE and Zigbee. The ENO-DIM module is available in three regional power supply versions: 902MHz in North America, 928 MHz in Japan, and 868MHz in Europe and China.
“The importance of flexible and maintenance-free solutions for LED lighting control is increasing. Therefore, we are pleased to see the growing use of our energy harvesting technology in more and more applications for LED lighting control. The combination of GRE Alpha´s lighting solution with self-powered wireless switches is further enhancing the ecosystem of products supporting our energy harvesting wireless solutions,” says Jürgen Baryla, Vice President Sales, EnOcean.
Applications using GRE Alpha’s ENO-DIM modules in combination with EnOcean´s self-powered wireless switches include building and architectural lighting, effect and contour lighting, general commercial illumination, warehouses, signage, strip lighting and more. By combining GRE Alpha’s LED power supply and dimming module technology with EnOcean's self-powered wireless sensors and switches, lighting designers can create sustainable intelligent building, home automation, and architectural lighting control systems that are energy-efficient, easy to install, and maintenance-free.
About GRE Alpha
GRE Alpha® Electronics, Ltd. specializes in the design and manufacture of solid-state lighting power supplies and lighting control accessories which are the lifeblood of indoor and outdoor LED lighting systems. Unlike many in the LED industry, GRE Alpha focuses on a modular approach. Their products can be used either in conjunction with existing systems or with new setups.
With more than two decades of power conversion expertise and a commitment to innovation, GRE Alpha engages with industry pioneers to deliver highly efficient, installation-ready and agency-approved LED power conversion products for a wide variety of industry applications.
GRE Alpha Demonstrates Newest Drivers at LED Next Stage 2018
March 29th 2018Each March the Japan LED Association brings the top manufacturers from all over the world together at the LED NEXT STAGE. Market leaders find themselves with the opportunity to show off the newest LED and OLED lighting products to influential designers, engineers, and buyers. Ready-to-order items, production models, and concepts on display guide the future of the lighting industry. This season’s event placed emphasis on store and city design.
At this year's show, GRE Alpha’s booth featured interactive product displays allowing visitors to experience firsthand the high quality of its products. GRE Alpha showcased its new EnOcean dimming module as well as PSE-certified LED drivers including the SLD-DIM DALI and SLD dimming module (1-10V+PWM). With the global market in mind, the firm provides the same technology in 868MHz and 902MHz modules that Japanese customers can incorporate into their products for overseas markets. This was GRE Alpha’s second year participating in this event. Those in attendance reported a 25 percent increase in product inquiries.
There will be additional opportunities to see live demonstrations. GRE Alpha will also be participating in the Lightfair International 2018 trade show, slated to be held in from May 8 to 10 in Chicago. LFI is the world’s largest annual architectural and commercial lighting trade show and is sponsored by the International Association of Lighting Designers and the Illuminating Engineering Society. The main focus of LFI this year will be smart cities.
About GRE Alpha
GRE Alpha® Electronics, Ltd. specializes in the design and manufacture of solid-state lighting power supplies and lighting control accessories which are the lifeblood of indoor and outdoor LED lighting systems. Unlike many in the LED industry, GRE Alpha focuses on a modular approach. Their products can be used either in conjunction with existing systems or with new setups.
With more than two decades of power conversion expertise and a commitment to innovation, GRE Alpha engages with industry pioneers to deliver highly efficient, installation-ready and agency-approved LED power conversion products for a wide variety of industry applications.
Showcasing the latest technology is a hallmark of the world’s leading trade fair for lighting and building services technology. Longtime GRE Alpha partner, Lumileds will be at Germany’s Messe Light + Building, eager to present their latest products. Weeks ago Lumileds introduced its fourth generation of chip-on-board (CoB) LEDs, the LUXEON CoB Core Range which leads the market in efficacy and quality of light. The product incorporates GRE Alpha’s warm dimming modules to provide a smooth dim-to-warm effect. With the new LUXEON CoB Core Range, Lumileds sets a new standard with 5% greater efficacy than the closest alternatives. The major applications include use in spotlights and downlights.
Attendees at the Frankfurt Light and Building Fair will be able to see the demonstration via a demo kit in the booth located at Hall 6.2, Stand No. B40
GRE Alpha is a long-term reliable partner with Lumileds.“User experience is very important to us,” says Richard Fong Executive Director at GRE Alpha. “Working in tandem with our alliances, we will have knowledgeable, representatives on the floor to help introduce and share our products.” GRE Alpha dimmers offer some distinct advantages
- Easily links with Lumileds constant current COB LED chipsets
- Plug-and-play dimming modules create eye-catching, color temperature changing effects without color distortion
- The output of GRE’s dimming module can provide extremely low output ripple current which creates the best flicker control
More than 2,600 exhibitors will be presenting their products in the fields of lighting, electrical and home and building automation. “Connected – Secure – Convenient” is the motto of the spring event. Dimming technology is a critical component in luminaire design. With that in mind, GRE Alpha’s team will be bringing their modular approach to LED dimming to the fair. In addition to displaying their products with Lumileds, their modular drivers will be on display at both the Digital Illumination Interface Alliance (DiiA) and EnOcean booths March 18 to 23, 2018
Messe Light + Building is renowned for the exhibitors’ high levels of expertise in the field of design. GRE Alpha and its partners will feature interactive displays of many of products, allowing users to experience firsthand the craftsmanship and quality.
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About GRE Alpha:
GRE Alpha Electronics, Ltd. specializes in the design and manufacturing of solid-state lighting power supplies and lighting control accessories, the lifeblood of indoor and outdoor LED lighting systems. With over two decades of power conversion expertise and a commitment toward innovation, GRE Alpha engages with industry pioneers to deliver highly efficient, installation-ready and agency-approved LED power conversion products for a wide variety of industry applications.
Learn more at grealpha.com.
About Lumileds:
For automotive, mobile, IoT and illumination companies who require innovative lighting solutions, Lumileds is a global leader employing more than 9,000 team members operating in over 30 countries. Lumileds partners with its customers to push the boundaries of light.
To learn more about our portfolio of lighting solutions, visit lumileds.com.
GRE Alpha Products Featured at Frankfurt Light and Building Fair
March 14th 2018Messe Light + Building, the world’s largest trade fair for lighting and building services technology will feature the latest products with cutting edge features. More than 2,600 exhibitors will be presenting their products in the fields of lighting, electrical and home and building automation. “Connected – Secure – Convenient” is the motto of the spring event. The lighting group will embrace this year’s theme bringing focus to the newest design trends.
Dimming technology is a critical component in luminaire design. With that in mind, GRE Alpha’s team will be bringing their modular approach to LED dimming to the fair. Their modular drivers will be on display at both the Digital Illumination Interface Alliance (DiiA) and EnOcean booths March 18 to 23, 2018. “Aligning with these two forward thinking organizations allows us to continue pushing technology that caters to designers, architects and engineers who crave innovation” says Richard Fong, Executive Director at GRE Alpha.
The EnOcean Alliance, along with 15 of its members, will be presenting energy harvesting wireless solutions for building automation and smart home applications. The newly released ENO-DIM module will be among the featured technologies at stall B60 in Hall 9.1. The dimmer is designed to work with any EnOcean-certified wireless energy harvesting switch. Because the drivers operate on proprietary communication frequencies, users experience reliable noise-free connections. The specialized units are being used in various applications, such as architectural lighting, general commercial illumination, warehouses, signage or strip lighting.
Diia, an open, global consortium of lighting companies will also showcase products from members. Visitors to the exhibit at FOY16 in the foyer outside Hall 4.1 will be able to speak with DALI experts, including DALI Technical & Certification Manager, Scott Wade. GRE Alpha plans to have DALI dimmers, such as the SLD-DIM DALI and GLD-DIM-DALI modules featured at the show. The easy to install series drivers, with integral wiring compartments, provide significant savings in installation time and cost, while ensuring safety and reliability.
Messe Light + Building is renowned for the exhibitors’ high levels of expertise in the field of design. GRE Alpha and its partners will feature interactive displays of many of products, allowing users to experience firsthand the craftsmanship and quality. “User experience is very important to us,” says Fong. “Working in tandem with our alliances, we will have knowledgeable, representatives on the floor to help introduce and share our products with clients.”
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GRE Alpha Exhibits New Products at Hong Kong Lighting Fair
November 13th 2017LED accessories expert highlights new LED dimming modules at annual event
HONG KONG - Premier lighting industry experts from around the world, including representatives from GRE Alpha's three regional service centers gathered for the 19th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition). The event, organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), drew more than 650 brands and upward of 2,700 companies with the purpose of highlighting the best products and emerging trends in the industry. In a post event survey conducted by the HKTDC, respondents considered household lighting (29 percent) to have the greatest growth potential in 2018, followed by LED and green lighting products (24 percent) and commercial lighting (16 percent).
These growth areas are impacted by the internet of things (IoT) or internet-connected objects. IoT is more than a buzz word, it is changing the lighting industry in very big ways. "It's not just about lighting anymore, it's about how lighting can be connected with everything else such as your smartphone, your car or even your TV," says Richard Fong, Director at GRE Alpha. After nearly a decade in the smart dimming and lighting accessory industry and sixth year at the fair, GRE Alpha has seen technological shifts up close. They were the honored have products featured on the cover of the official HKTDC lighting fair magazine. Inside the publication, Fong shares his thoughts the demand for smart lighting is driving the development of IoT dimming solutions and the adoption of Digital Addressable Lighting Interface (DALI) protocols.
Fair attendees were able to see GRE Alpha's state of the art XLD series and DALI dimming modules. The XLD series dimming modules are suitable for consumer-grade LED applications and are engineered to fit inside any existing lighting fixture. When combined with a variable resistor or potentiometer the XLD dimming modules can result in flicker-free dimming. With the support of up to 28VDC x 1000mA, or 28 watts of input power, and easy installation, the XLD series dimming modules are an ideal choice for commercial needs of any scale.
The DALI dimming module, the other major product showcased by GRE Alpha, is an intelligent dimmer for home and commercial automation. The DALI dimming module supports a wide range of DC inputs - from 8-48 volts - and features spring-loaded terminals for easy installation. This dimming module offers 0-100% linear dimming with a standby power usage of fewer than 0.1 watts. Meeting the standards of the latest DALI Lighting control protocol IEC 60929, the DALI dimming module from GRE Alpha is an energy-efficient way to ensure lights are dimmable and effective.
Like all of GRE Alpha's products, the DALI and XLD series dimming modules were designed with the modular approach in mind. This allows them to be used with new or existing lighting fixtures, lowering the price barrier for many businesses with older fixtures. "GRE Alpha's unique modular systems approach enables our customers to quickly adapt to IoT (Internet of Things) and connected lighting allowing quick, easy and seamless upgrades of passive lighting systems into SMART lighting systems."
For more information about these and other modular products from GRE Alpha, fill out an enquiry form or contact GRE Alpha directly.
About GRE Alpha
GRE Alpha® Electronics, Ltd. specializes in the design and manufacture of solid-state lighting power supplies and lighting control accessories which are the lifeblood of indoor and outdoor LED lighting systems. Unlike many in the LED industry, GRE Alpha focuses on a modular approach. Their products can be used either in conjunction with existing systems or with new setups.
With more than two decades of power conversion expertise and a commitment toward innovation, GRE Alpha engages with industry pioneers to deliver highly efficient, installation-ready and agency-approved LED power conversion products for a wide variety of industry applications.
www.grealpha.com