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Philips launches full range of efficient lighting fittings for the residential lighting market(09/06/2009)
Royal Philips Electronics has announced the launch of its LIRIO by Philips innovations which become available the second half of 2009. In total 40 products will be launched, all in line with the upcoming EUP (Energy Using Products) directive to phase out inefficient lighting from September 2009 onwards. LIRIO by Philips is Philips’ premium brand for the residential lighting market. LIRIO by Philips is offering a complete collection in contemp... [more]
Fireguard MLED low energy downlights are extremely energy efficient(05/06/2009)
With energy saving high on everyone’s priority list, JCC has expanded its range of low energy downlights with the introduction of the new Fireguard MLED. Complete with an anti-theft device and featuring the latest Philips LED lamp technology, Fireguard MLED is ideal for a wide range of applications including residential, ambient retail, commercial and hospitality projects. Fireguard MLED is extremely energy efficient, delivering up to 80% ener... [more]
Update the look and feel of your home by installing the correct lighting solution(27/05/2009)
Installing the right lighting solutions could be the perfect way to update the look and feel of your home décor while avoiding the effort and expense usually associated with home improvements. When the urge strikes to redecorate the home, your instinctive reaction may be to reach for the colour swatches and dust off your paintbrushes, but don’t be too hasty. Whether you simply want to convey a feeling of warmth in the lounge or improve the in... [more]
Philips Ledino exterior lighting range complements modern interior design(20/05/2009)
Royal Philips Electronics has announced an extension to the Ledino indoor range launched in 2008: Ledino outdoor, the first exterior lighting range that’s the perfect complement to modern interior design. The complete Philips Ledino range includes 16 outdoor products and 54 indoor products. A large part of the Ledino indoor range is dimmable, allowing customers to reduce the level of light to create a more cosy setting at the touch of a butto... [more]
Colour your world with LivingColors luminaires(19/05/2009)
As the trend towards personalizing living spaces in tune with mood and occasion gains momentum, there is a growing recognition that lighting is one of the easiest and most effective means of creating different atmospheres in the home, without the need for expensive redecorating. Royal Philips Electronics has announced a significantly extended and upgraded LivingColors range for European consumers. In addition to the enhanced LivingColors colle... [more]
Long-lasting lamps eliminate the unpleasant consequences of spot-replacing premature failures(25/01/2007)
Premature failed lamps can cause a lot of hassle: Stopping assembly lines or closing down tunnels for changing a premature failed lamp can generate unsafe situations and high costs. By using in these situations long-lasting lamps, lamp replacement can be planned for in advance, virtually eliminating the unpleasant consequences of spot-replacing premature failures. By specifying Philips MASTER TL-D Xtra and Xtreme lamps you benefit from: •... [more]
Royal Philips Electronics obtains full ownership of Philips Lumileds Lighting(22/01/2007)
Royal Philips Electronics has obtained full ownership of Philips Lumileds Lighting, the world leader in high-power light emitting diodes (LEDs) and pioneer in LED technology for every day purposes. Philips acquired Agilent LED International’s stake in Lumileds last year, and has now acquired the remaining 3.5% of Lumileds share capital from Lumileds’ employees and management. The 3.5% stake was related to an employee stock option program at Lu... [more]
Energy efficient lighting solutions can significantly reduce costs, save energy and cut CO2 emissions(12/12/2006)
The traditional, incandescent light bulbs are very energy inefficient because 95% of the energy consumed is wasted as heat. As approximately 80% of all lighting in the home is still using incandescent light bulbs, the collective energy waste is enormous. By switching to new technology, an indirect CO2 reduction of 20 million tons in Europe alone could be achieved. For the consumers at home, switching from incandescent bulbs to energy saving l... [more]
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