GRE Alpha to Exhibit in Japan’s Largest Lighting Show
GRE Alpha is proud to announce its participation in the March 2017 Nikkei Messe Tokyo Big Sight Lighting Fair in Tokyo, Japan, from Tuesday, March 7, to Friday, March 10, 2017. Past participants in Japan’s LED/OLED Lighting Technology Expo held annually in January, this will be GRE Alpha’s first time in the Nikkei Messe Fair.
“Japan boasts some of the most vibrant and unique lighting designs and lighting firms in the world,” says Richard Fong, Executive Director at GRE Alpha. “Steeped in a culture of constant innovation, GRE Alpha’s products are a good fit with the Japanese lighting industry.”
Pioneers in LED technology, GRE Alpha staff will be providing live demonstrations of several of their products, including the XLAV, 7-in-1 LED dimming module, XLAV Driver, SLD-DIM-PWM dimming module, and its new Tunable White SLD-DimTW Dim-to-Warm dimming module. Additionally, team members will be offering information and a showcase on Japanese certification-compliant, PSE-certified LED drivers including the XLD series, XLA series, and GLC/GLV series products.
“These products provide a comprehensive, one-stop lighting solution that simplifies installation, and provides innovative enhancements to lighting system reliability as well as performance,” says Fong.
GRE Alpha’s booth will feature interactive displays of many of its products, allowing users to experience firsthand the craftsmanship and quality that GRE Alpha brings to its LED power solution designs.
Nikkei Messe, held once every two years in Tokyo, is the largest lighting event in Japan. Hong Kong-based GRE Alpha will have Japanese speaking representatives at its booth to help with networking between staff and Japanese clients. Team members are most looking forward to a great show and to introducing their exciting LED products to the Japan market.
“User experience is very important to us,” says Fong. “Working in tandem with our distributors, we will have knowledgeable, Japanese speaking product experts stationed at our booth to help introduce and share our products with clients.”
Visit https://messe.nikkei.co.jp/ for more information on the 2017 Nikkei Messe Tokyo Big Sight Lighting Fair. For more information on GRE Alpha, or to speak with a service representative and set up a one-on-one appointment with a technical expert, visit www.grealpha.com/contact.
2016 in Review: New GRE Alpha LED Products from the Past Year
2016 was a great year for GRE Alpha, and our company appreciates the support received from our many valued customers and partners. In fact, GRE Alpha launched several new, innovative LED dimming and power supply products last year, providing even more state-of-the-art lighting solutions for a wide range of residential and commercial projects. In case you missed the launches of these LED dimming modules and drivers, we put together a quick reference list of GRE Alpha LED products released in 2016.
Tunable White SLD-DimTW Dimming Module
SLD-DIM DALI Dimming Module
The SLD-DIM DALI Dimming Module offers wide range DC input at 8 to 48 volts, DALI control input, integrated strain relief and terminal cover, spring-loaded terminals for easy installation, 255 dimming levels, a zero to 100 percent dimming range, duplicate terminals for parallel connection, and 97 percent efficiency.
SLD-DIM DMX Dimming Module
With a simple plug-and-play design that works with CV systems, GRE Alpha’s DMX Dimming Module is a remote device management (RDM)-enabled dimmer that can upgrade existing non-dimmable systems to work with DMX lighting protocol. It follows the latest DMX 512-A protocol, allows for two-way communication with DMX devices and lighting consoles, and uses a 4-in-1 LED chip offering four color channels.
7-in-1 Dimming Module
GRE Alpha’s 7-in-1 LED Dimming Module (model XDL-7DV1-48V5A) provides full range zero to 100 percent high resolution dimming performance for constant voltage LED dimming applications. Boasting flexibility and easy installation, the 7-in-1 has a multi-colored LED indicator, integrated strain release cover, settable dimming transfer characteristics (both linear and logarithmic), and built-in thermal shutdown with auto restart and overload protection.
SLD-DIM-PWM Dimming Module
Designed to provide flicker-free, pulse wide modulate (PWM) dimming in PWM dimming applications, the SLD-DIM-PWM Dimming Modulemaintains over 95 percent efficiency, extreme flexibility, easy use and compatibility with commercial PWM dimmer controls. It can be combined with AC-DC drivers to enable LED dimming, and incorporated into SLD/XLD series enclosure to eliminate the need for external junction boxes.
LED Wireless SLD-SmartDIM Dimming Module
The wireless SmartDIM Dimming Module offers constant voltage, wireless and ZigBee-enabled dimming that supports up to 240 Watts of power, wide range DC input at 8 to 48 volts, up to 95 percent efficiency, a high precision ratio, compatibility with IEEE 802.15.4 ZigBee Light Link-enabled devices, suitability for LED lighting and signage applications, easy installation and a compact size.
XLAV Series Driver
The GRE Alpha XLAV Driver is a UL Class II constant voltage, phase dimmable LED driver capable of providing full-range, zero to 100 percent smooth, flicker-free dimming. An ideal dimmable powering solution for linear lighting applications, the XLAV is compatible with over 70 dimmer brands, works with both forward and reverse phase-type dimmers, and comes in two versions (compact and UL-listed SSB).
XSP300 LED Driver
Offering dual-mode constant current and constant voltage, this next generation, e-capless XSP 300 LED Driver is equipped with patented thermal-core technology -25 to 80 degrees Celsius full-load operation, built-in 20kV surge protection, a universal AC input, user programmable output current and voltage via trim pots, five combinable channels of output, dimming options through other GRE Alpha dimming modules, and efficiency up to 92 percent.
More LED Products are Coming Soon
Innovators in LED Lighting Technology
Impending U.S. Green Lighting and Technology Trends
The result of the 2016 United States Presidential election has people in the environmental realm nervous, asking if the outcome will slow the growth of green technologies or reverse the advancements made in the last decade. For companies and manufacturers working in the LED lighting space, concerns especially surround the future of green lighting and LED lighting management systems. Businessmen and consumers alike wonder whether the new right-leaning leader of America will negatively impact the growth of the eco-friendly, LED-focused space.
The answer, of course is that he will not. The headlines may be grabbing the readers’ attentions, discussing potential new policies and how President-elect Trump and his colleagues do not necessarily believe in global warming or put necessary importance on other environmental issues. The more we hear about these controversial topics, the more frustrated and nervous we get. Contrary to what the media and other outlets might have us believe, though,the forecast growth of the LED lighting market and green lighting options in general looks very bright.
What Will Happen to LED Lighting in the Coming Years
LED lighting is growing, as always, and will continue to grow regardless of the status of American politics. More and more consumers are making the switch to cost- and environmentally-friendly LED lighting management systems over traditional systems, cutting costs and improving ambiance in both indoor and outdoor lighting applications. Entertainment is booming, and LED lighting plays a huge factor in the overall effects on the stage. LED chip prices continue to decrease as more and more manufacturers produce them and patents on the technology expire. SMART building management systems and the rise of the Internet of Things (IoT) keep LED lighting and LED systems at the forefront. As we become more connected as a society, increasingly connected lighting systems will continue to get more attention and have even more applications.
What Do Politics Have to Do with Anything?
Though the U.S. election caused an uproar, the honest answer is that it will have very little impact on the growth of the LED market. In fact, President-elect Trump has huge business and economic plans that will help LED lighting growth explode in the next few years, including a U.S. infrastructure plan. The 2020 Olympics in Tokyo will require new buildings heavily outfitted with LED lighting and SMART LED lighting connectivity to create all of the special effects necessary for a show-stopping Games.
We need to look past the craziness surrounding the election, especially since it was largely incited by the media looking for viral stories and boosts in ratings. The future of LED lighting is going to be just fine, and GRE Alpha can’t wait to be at the forefront of all future innovations and applications.
Green Lighting Innovation and Green LED Lighting Solutions
GRE Alpha to Exhibit in Japan’s Largest Lighting Show
GRE Alpha is proud to announce its participation in the March 2017 Nikkei Messe Tokyo Big Sight Lighting Fair in Tokyo, Japan, from Tuesday, March 7, to Friday, March 10, 2017. Past participants in Japan’s LED/OLED Lighting Technology Expo held annually in January, this will be GRE Alpha’s first time in the Nikkei Messe Fair.
“Japan boasts some of the most vibrant and unique lighting designs and lighting firms in the world,” says Richard Fong, Executive Director at GRE Alpha. “Steeped in a culture of constant innovation, GRE Alpha’s products are a good fit with the Japanese lighting industry.”
Pioneers in LED technology, GRE Alpha staff will be providing live demonstrations of several of their products, including the XLAV, 7-in-1 LED dimming module, XLAV Driver, SLD-DIM-PWM dimming module, and its new Tunable White SLD-DimTW Dim-to-Warm dimming module. Additionally, team members will be offering information and a showcase on Japanese certification-compliant, PSE-certified LED drivers including the XLD series, XLA series, and GLC/GLV series products.
“These products provide a comprehensive, one-stop lighting solution that simplifies installation, and provides innovative enhancements to lighting system reliability as well as performance,” says Fong.
GRE Alpha’s booth will feature interactive displays of many of its products, allowing users to experience firsthand the craftsmanship and quality that GRE Alpha brings to its LED power solution designs.
Nikkei Messe, held once every two years in Tokyo, is the largest lighting event in Japan. Hong Kong-based GRE Alpha will have Japanese speaking representatives at its booth to help with networking between staff and Japanese clients. Team members are most looking forward to a great show and to introducing their exciting LED products to the Japan market.
“User experience is very important to us,” says Fong. “Working in tandem with our distributors, we will have knowledgeable, Japanese speaking product experts stationed at our booth to help introduce and share our products with clients.”
Visit https://messe.nikkei.co.jp/ for more information on the 2017 Nikkei Messe Tokyo Big Sight Lighting Fair. For more information on GRE Alpha, or to speak with a service representative and set up a one-on-one appointment with a technical expert, visit www.grealpha.com/contact.
2016 in Review: New GRE Alpha LED Products from the Past Year
2016 was a great year for GRE Alpha, and our company appreciates the support received from our many valued customers and partners. In fact, GRE Alpha launched several new, innovative LED dimming and power supply products last year, providing even more state-of-the-art lighting solutions for a wide range of residential and commercial projects. In case you missed the launches of these LED dimming modules and drivers, we put together a quick reference list of GRE Alpha LED products released in 2016.
Tunable White SLD-DimTW Dimming Module
SLD-DIM DALI Dimming Module
The SLD-DIM DALI Dimming Module offers wide range DC input at 8 to 48 volts, DALI control input, integrated strain relief and terminal cover, spring-loaded terminals for easy installation, 255 dimming levels, a zero to 100 percent dimming range, duplicate terminals for parallel connection, and 97 percent efficiency.
SLD-DIM DMX Dimming Module
With a simple plug-and-play design that works with CV systems, GRE Alpha’s DMX Dimming Module is a remote device management (RDM)-enabled dimmer that can upgrade existing non-dimmable systems to work with DMX lighting protocol. It follows the latest DMX 512-A protocol, allows for two-way communication with DMX devices and lighting consoles, and uses a 4-in-1 LED chip offering four color channels.
7-in-1 Dimming Module
GRE Alpha’s 7-in-1 LED Dimming Module (model XDL-7DV1-48V5A) provides full range zero to 100 percent high resolution dimming performance for constant voltage LED dimming applications. Boasting flexibility and easy installation, the 7-in-1 has a multi-colored LED indicator, integrated strain release cover, settable dimming transfer characteristics (both linear and logarithmic), and built-in thermal shutdown with auto restart and overload protection.
SLD-DIM-PWM Dimming Module
Designed to provide flicker-free, pulse wide modulate (PWM) dimming in PWM dimming applications, the SLD-DIM-PWM Dimming Modulemaintains over 95 percent efficiency, extreme flexibility, easy use and compatibility with commercial PWM dimmer c
ontrols. It can be combined with AC-DC drivers to enable LED dimming, and incorporated into SLD/XLD series enclosure to eliminate the need for external junction boxes.
LED Wireless SLD-SmartDIM Dimming Module
The wireless SmartDIM Dimming Module offers constant voltage, wireless and ZigBee-enabled dimming that supports up to 240 Watts of power, wide range DC input at 8 to 48 volts, up to 95 percent efficiency, a high precision ratio, compatibility with IEEE 802.15.4 ZigBee Light Link-enabled devices, suitability for LED lighting and signage applications, easy installation and a compact size.
XLAV Series Driver
The GRE Alpha XLAV Driver is a UL Class II constant voltage, phase dimmable LED driver capable of providing full-range, zero to 100 percent smooth, flicker-free dimming. An ideal dimmable powering solution for linear lighting applications, the XLAV is compatible with over 70 dimmer brands, works with both forward and reverse phase-type dimmers, and comes in two versions (compact and UL-listed SSB).
XSP300 LED Driver
Offering dual-mode constant current and constant voltage, this next generation, e-capless XSP 300 LED Driver is equipped with patented thermal-core technology -25 to 80 degrees Celsius full-load operation, built-in 20kV surge protection, a universal AC input, user programmable output current and voltage via trim pots, five combinable channels of output, dimming options through other GRE Alpha dimming modules, and efficiency up to 92 percent.
More LED Products are Coming Soon
Innovators in LED Lighting Technology
Impending U.S. Green Lighting and Technology Trends
The result of the 2016 United States Presidential election has people in the environmental realm nervous, asking if the outcome will slow the growth of green technologies or reverse the advancements made in the last decade. For companies and manufacturers working in the LED lighting space, concerns especially surround the future of green lighting and LED lighting management systems. Businessmen and consumers alike wonder whether the new right-leaning leader of America will negatively impact the growth of the eco-friendly, LED-focused space.
The answer, of course is that he will not. The headlines may be grabbing the readers’ attentions, discussing potential new policies and how President-elect Trump and his colleagues do not necessarily believe in global warming or put necessary importance on other environmental issues. The more we hear about these controversial topics, the more frustrated and nervous we get. Contrary to what the media and other outlets might have us believe, though,the forecast growth of the LED lighting market and green lighting options in general looks very bright.
What Will Happen to LED Lighting in the Coming Years
LED lighting is growing, as always, and will continue to grow regardless of the status of American politics. More and more consumers are making the switch to cost- and environmentally-friendly LED lighting management systems over traditional systems, cutting costs and improving ambiance in both indoor and outdoor lighting applications. Entertainment is booming, and LED lighting plays a huge factor in the overall effects on the stage. LED chip prices continue to decrease as more and more manufacturers produce them and patents on the technology expire. SMART building management systems and the rise of the Internet of Things (IoT) keep LED lighting and LED systems at the forefront. As we become more connected as a society, increasingly connected lighting systems will continue to get more attention and have even more applications.
What Do Politics Have to Do with Anything?
Though the U.S. election caused an uproar, the honest answer is that it will have very little impact on the growth of the LED market. In fact, President-elect Trump has huge business and economic plans that will help LED lighting growth explode in the next few years, including a U.S. infrastructure plan. The 2020 Olympics in Tokyo will require new buildings heavily outfitted with LED lighting and SMART LED lighting connectivity to create all of the special effects necessary for a show-stopping Games.
We need to look past the craziness surrounding the election, especially since it was largely incited by the media looking for viral stories and boosts in ratings. The future of LED lighting is going to be just fine, and GRE Alpha can’t wait to be at the forefront of all future innovations and applications.
Green Lighting Innovation and Green LED Lighting Solutions