Events / Shows
Following are shows, conferences, seminars, etc. which may be of interest to
people in the lighting industry. For more information, please contact the person
or organization at the telephone number listed.
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MAY 2008
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May 13 - May 15 :
Troy, N.Y. – LED Lighting Institute. Learn about the latest advances in LED technology at the Lighting Research Center, part of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. The course includes hands-on demonstrations of a range of LED products in a variety of applications. Students will experiment with the light source by building sample fixtures and learn how to match applications with available products. Fee: $1,900. For registration, call Dan Frering at (518) 687-7149, or e-mail frerid@rpi.edu
May 15 - May 17 :
Boston – AIA National Convention and Design Exposition. Staged at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, this annual meeting has as its theme “We the People,” focusing on the role of the architect in society and the power architecture has on people. For more information, visit aiaconvention.com
May 15 - May 17 :
Las Vegas – HD 2008 Exposition and Conference. Seminars, networking events, and exhibits offering a variety of services and products for the hospitality industry constitute this event. For more information, visit hdexpo.com
May 15 - May 16 :
Irvine, Calif. – Developing the Market for Commercial Lighting Control. Staged at Lutron Electronics’ California training facility, this is a fundamentals seminar that offers hands-on learning and covers applications, benefits, and payback techniques. The topics include products, how to install room controls including Spacer System™ and Grafik Eye®, design tools to create bill of materials, one-line diagrams, and submittal packages, fluorescent dimming ballast technology, and selling techniques. Fee: $300. For more information call (610) 282-6280, or e-mail training@lutron.com
May 17 - May 20 :
New York City – International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF®). Held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, this event attracts 25,000+ attendees and presents more than 600 exhibitors as well as seminars and displays from design schools. For more information, visit icff.com
May 25 - May 27 :
Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Light Middle East. Offering 212 exhibitors from 22 countries, this event is held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre and includes a symposium program covering architectural lighting, LEDs, and theatrical illumination. For more information, visit messefrankfurtme.com
May 28 - May 30 :
Las Vegas – Lightfair International. The trade show and conference take place at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The Daylighting Institute and Lightfair Institute dates are May 26-27. For more information, visit lightfair.com
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JUNE 2008
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June 4 - June 6 :
Peachtree City, Ga. – Lighting Fundamentals/Lighting Basics. Held at Cooper Lighting’s SOURCE, this three-day workshop covers: light, sight, and color; lamps and ballasts; cost of light; terminology; photometry; optical control; and luminaires. Attendees actively participate and apply skills learned during the session as part of the training. Fee: $500. For more information, call (770) 486-4680, or visit cooperlighting.com/education
June 9 - June 11 :
Chicago – NeoCon World’s Trade Fair. Staged at The Merchandise Mart, this event offers 1,200+ exhibitors of products and materials for commercial furnishings. In addition, more than 100 seminars and association forums are planned, with top architects and designers as keynoters. For more information call (800) 677-6278, or visit merchandisemart.com
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AUGUST 2008
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August 6 - August 7 :
Peachtree City, Ga. – Retail Lighting Solutions. Attendees learn to apply design techniques and current technology as well as study lamps and their operating characteristics. Also covered are luminaires in application and an introduction to control systems. An evening workshop and a class project permit participants to analyze a variety of lighting designs in theory and practice. Fee: $350. For more information, call (770) 486-4680, or visit cooperlighting.com/education
August 20 - August 22 :
Peachtree City, Ga. – Lighting Fundamentals/Lighting Basics. Held at Cooper Lighting’s SOURCE, this three-day workshop covers: light, sight, and color; lamps and ballasts; cost of light; terminology; photometry; optical control; and luminaires. Attendees actively participate and apply skills learned during the session as part of the training. Fee: $500. For more information, call (770) 486-4680, or visit cooperlighting.com/education
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SEPTEMBER 2008
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September 18 - September 21 :
London – 100% Light. Co-located with the contemporary interiors events 100% Design and 100% Materials, this show attracts more than 26,000 visitors. It takes place at Earls Court and contributes to a lively gathering of architects, interior designers, and retailers as well as specifiers and young talent. For more information, visit 100percentlight.co.uk
September 22 - September 23 :
Peachtree City, Ga. – Energy Solutions for Commercial & Industrial Lighting Design. Held at Cooper Lighting’s SOURCE, this two-day class focuses on techniques that minimize the environmental impact of buildings and reduce energy use. Lighting legislation as it relates to industrial spaces and warehouses is also covered. Fee: $350. For more information, call (770) 486-4680, or visit cooperlighting.com/education
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OCTOBER 2008
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October 8 - October 10 :
Peachtree City, Ga. – Lighting Fundamentals/Lighting Basics. Held at Cooper Lighting’s SOURCE, this three-day workshop covers: light, sight, and color; lamps and ballasts; cost of light; terms; photometry; optical control; and luminaires. Attendees actively participate and apply skills learned during the session as part of the training. Fee: $500. For more information, call (770) 486-4680, or visit cooperlighting.com/education
October 15 - October 16 :
Peachtree City, Ga. – Exterior Lighting Design Solutions. Study “community responsive” design basics and principles for roadway and floodlighting applications using Cooper Lighting’s SOURCE lab. Topics of landscape lighting design techniques, equipment selection, current technologies of lamping, luminaires, and how to evaluate operating characteristics are covered. An evening class allows participants to analyze a variety of lighting designs. An overview of select CAD tools is included. Fee: $350. For more information, call(770) 486-4680, or visit cooperlighting.com/education
October 21 - October 22 :
Peachtree City, Ga. – Healthcare Lighting Solutions. This two-day interactive workshop at Cooper Lighting’s SOURCE covers the specific lighting needs of patients, guests, and employees. The psychology of light, visual cues, and illumination for various health applications are discussed. Also included are the latest healthcare lighting research plus circadian benefits, and how this information can be incorporated into the design of a facility. Fee: $350. For more information, call (770) 486-4680, or visit cooperlighting.com/education
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NOVEMBER 2008
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November 9 - November 11 :
Savannah, Ga. – IESNA Annual Conference. For more information, visit iesna.org and click on “programs & events.”
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DECEMBER 2008
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December 10 - December 13 :
Peachtree City, Ga. – Lighting Fundamentals/Lighting Basics. Held at Cooper Lighting’s SOURCE, this three-day workshop covers: light, sight, and color; lamps and ballasts; cost of light; terms; photometry; optical control; and luminaires. Attendees actively participate and apply skills learned during the session as part of the training. Fee: $500. For more information, call (770) 486-4680, or visit cooperlighting.com/education
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