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
GRE Alpha Joins EnOcean Alliance
October 31st 2017LED driver and Wireless Technologies Speed Deployment of Self-Powered Smart Dimming
HONG KONG - GRE Alpha Electronics, Ltd., an LED power supply manufacturer has joined the EnOcean Alliance, known for self-powered wireless sensor solutions for battery-free applications in the internet of Things (IoT). EnOcean's seamless integration of self-powered sensors and switches, featuring GRE's smart dimming lighting technology function with building management systems. The powerful combination aims to speed the adoption of sustainable building and home automation systems.
IoT connected devices require masses of data to improve daily lives. Sensors gather this data by monitoring temperature, motion, presence, light conditions and much more. EnOcean is the backbone for such a comprehensive network of self-powered wireless sensors that provide reliable sensor data for IoT systems. GRE products pair well with EnOcean's patented energy harvesting wireless technology. "GRE Alpha's EnOcean-certified products will be the first of many innovative IoT lighting control products to enable this vision," says Richard Fong, Director at GRE Alpha. Current plans include launching three regional power supply versions: 902MHz in North America, 928 MHz in Japan, and 868MHz in Europe and China.
GRE offers a host of products such dimmers, surge limiters and AC/DC LED drivers. While their products vary in function, they all have one thing in common - they're modular. With GRE Alpha's modular approach to LED technology and EnOcean Alliance's wireless innovations, trillions of IoT sensors can be powered and efficiently deployed. EnOcean's end-goal is to enable interoperability between original equipment manufacturer and partner products. "Our partnership with EnOcean will allow for quicker innovation and rapid adoption of IoT in the smart lighting space via EnOcean's wireless platform," Fong says.
As a member of the EnOcean Alliance, GRE Alpha will have access to exclusive software and peer work groups, allowing them to share their LED expertise and collaborate with other EnOcean Alliance members to design the technologies of tomorrow.
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.
About EnOcean Alliance
Leading companies worldwide from the building sector formed the EnOcean Alliance to establish innovative maintenance-free wireless solutions for the internet of Things, which are used for automation solutions for sustainable building projects - making buildings more energy-efficient, more flexible and more cost effective. The core technology of the Alliance is energy harvesting wireless technology for flexibly positioned and service-free sensor solutions. The EnOcean Alliance aims to internationalize the energy harvesting wireless technology and is dedicated to creating interoperability between the products of original equipment manufacturer partners. The basis for this is the international standard ISO/IEC 14543-3-1X, which is optimized for wireless solutions with ultra-low power consumption and energy harvesting. More than 400 companies currently belong to the EnOcean Alliance. The headquarters of the nonprofit organization is located in San Ramon, California.
GRE Alpha Partners with Citizen Electronics Co.
October 31st 2017GRE Alpha Partners with Citizen Electronics Co.
LED powering solution provider and a chip on board (COB) LED manufacturer pair up to give dimming systems more control and flexibility.
HONG KONG - GRE Alpha, an LED accessories innovator and manufacturer, will be partnering with Citizen Electronics Co., a COB LED manufacturer. This move marks a big step for the Hong Kong-based GRE Alpha, which extends not only its reach into the Japanese market, but will also allow both companies to market their jointly produced products around the world.
GRE Alpha focuses on providing modular LED accessories that can be integrated with new or existing LED technology; Citizen Electronics has become known for their environmentally-friendly COB LED technology. GRE Alpha sees Citizen Electronics as the perfect partner for their modular products.
"GRE Alpha's modular powering solutions approach enables users to quickly adopt and add functionality to their lights, where this was previously not possible," says Richard Fong, Director at GRE Alpha. "Citizen's COBs with GRE Alpha's LED drivers and lighting control modules gives users more control and flexibility in adopting various dimming systems, such as DALI, EnOcean and color tuning."
GRE Alpha's modular approach, combined with Citizen Electronics' environmentally conscious approach to LED lighting, could result in greener, more effective lighting for the Japanese market and beyond. For example, GRE Alpha's patented Easy Install LED Driver could be paired with any of Citizen Electronics' COB Series High Intensity products. Furthermore, GRE Alpha's dimming modules could be paired with any of Citizen Electronics' LED offerings to create a dimmable, environmentally-friendly lighting solution.
GREAlpha's dimming modules, the only ones with built-in wiring compartments, allow users to easily upgrade non- dimmable COB products into dimmable COB products that support TRIAC/ DALI/ DMX / wireless and more. When paired with products from the CITILED COB Series the end result produces luminous flux from a 10W incandescent bulb to a 300W mercury lamp in general lighting sources.
With Citizen Electronics already having a firm foothold in Japan and around the globe and GRE Alpha becoming well-known for their modular products with offices in Hong Kong, Japan and North America, the future looks bright for these two LED experts.
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 towards 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.
About Citizen Electronics Co.
Citizen Electronics Co. is a worldwide maker of COB LED technology. Citizen Electronics can trace their roots to 1970, the result of a merger between Citizen Watch Co. and Bulova Watch Company, Inc. They have since become known for their economically-friendly COB LED technology, and have worldwide distribution.
GRE Alpha to Showcase at Hong Kong International Lighting Fair
October 20th 2017LED accessories expert to showcase products at the annual event for the sixth consecutive year
GRE Alpha's lighting power solutions focus on expanding the capabilities of LED fixtures. From dimming technology to surge limiters to state-of-the-art LED drivers, GRE Alpha will be showcasing a wide variety of products at the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair:
- SEL-20kA Surge Energy Protector - One of the most advanced surge protectors in the market, the SEL-20kA provides complete protection for lighting systems against lighting surges and provides both 20kV and 20kA protection in a compact form factor.
- TRIAC Phase dimmable LED drivers - GRE Alpha's AC line voltage dimmable LED drivers provide full range 0-100% flicker-free dimming and wide compatibility with various TRIAC/ELV dimmer switches and dimming systems.
- EnOcean Dimming module - GRE Alpha partners with EnOcean alliance to bring forth a host of IoT enabled wireless dimming modules that will allow a seamless upgrade of non-dimmable lighting systems to IoT enabled smart lighting systems that work with EnOcean wireless energy harvesting switches.
- EasyDim Kit - Easily upgrade and install cost effective dimming systems with GRE Alpha`s new EasyDim kits.
- Patented Easy-install LED Drivers -The patented, UL Listed Class 2, easy-install LED drivers eliminate the need for external junction boxes and can easily be daisy-chained, which saves valuable installation costs and time and makes lighting systems more reliable by reducing the number of connections.
GRE Alpha is excited to showcase these top-of-the-line products in the Hall of Aurora, known for featuring top-notch brands around the globe and presenting sophisticated collections of lighting accessories and applications. Please visit www.hktdc.com for more information - or to register for - the biggest annual lighting event in Asia. For more information about GRE Alpha's products or to schedule a one-on-one appointment with an expert, please visit our Enquiries page.
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 towards 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