Ledalite Introduces Airwave - New Self-Powered Wireless Lighting Control Technology

    VANCOUVER, March 19 /CNW/ - Ledalite Architectural Products
(www.ledalite.com), a division of Philips (www.philips.com), introduces
Airwave - a revolutionary set of wireless and self-powered lighting controls
for use with its luminaries that help save money, energy and the environment.
    Airwave battery-free controls use solar power and kinetic energy to
wirelessly communicate with light fixtures. Just the simple little motion of
pushing a self-powered Airwave light switch captures enough kinetic energy to
transmit wireless RF commands allowing lights to dim or turn ON/OFF.
Similarly, Airwave photosensors - powered by tiny integral photovoltaic cells
- monitor ambient light levels and wirelessly signal luminaires to reduce
output and save energy when there is sufficient daylight in the space. Airwave
is a simple, green solution that makes lighting and control systems more
personal, flexible, energy efficient and cost-effective than ever before.
    "Ledalite has been a market leader and outspoken advocate for the
adoption of more personalized, intelligent, distributed controls," said Tim
Berman, President of Ledalite. "With the advances of wireless communication
and miniaturized energy harvesting technology, Airwave takes energy savings
and controls to a whole new level - giving people greater control of their
luminous environment while simultaneously eliminating many of the traditional
obstacles like hardwiring, complex installation, and cost. Airwave is a way to
enhance our experience inside the built environment and positively impact our
natural environment," added Berman.
    With no hardwires and no batteries required to operate, Airwave
components can be mounted virtually on any surface including glass, concrete,
tile and wood. Using wireless controls can reduce the amount of copper wiring
infrastructure required in a facility by up to 30% while also distributing
access to lighting control to multiple users. No special devices, hardware or
software are required to get going, as all start-up and reprogramming can be
done with the wireless switch. Airwave components are compatible with other
common energy savings devices including occupancy sensors and Ledalite's own
Response fixture integrated daylight harvesting sensors. For more information,
visit www.ledalite.com/airwave.

    About Ledalite

    Ledalite creates ergonomic lighting products and technologies for
commercial and institutional markets across North America, South America,
Europe and Asia. The company is committed to providing energy efficient
lighting solutions that benefit the environment while offering maximum visual
comfort for the people who use them. Founded in 1982, Ledalite is a Philips
Group Brand and is ISO 9001 certified.

For further information: Lance Howitt, Marketing Manager, Ledalite
Architectural Products, T: (604) 888-6811 x 208, E: lance.howitt@ledalite.com