Lusio(R) Solid-State Lighting Announces DesignLights(TM) Consortium (DLC) Approval of 40 Fixtures

OVERLAND PARK, Kansas, April 5, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Lusio Solid-State Lighting, a worldwide brand and division of LightWild, today announced the addition of 40 SSL fixtures to the DesignLights Consortium (DLC) Qualified Products List (QPL). The fixtures (2x2 models with high light output) have been approved by the DLC in the "High-Bay and Low-Bay fixtures for Commercial and Industrial Buildings" category.

The DLC is a collaboration of utility companies and regional energy efficiency organizations committed to raising awareness of the benefits of efficient lighting in commercial buildings. Their goal is to ensure that high-quality, energy efficient lighting design becomes commonplace in all commercial lighting installations.

"The DLC sets high standards for manufacturers of solid-state lighting, and the Qualified Products List is a valuable tool for those seeking energy efficient solid-state lighting solutions for commercial spaces," said Tom Stafford, President and CEO of LightWild and Lusio Solid-State Lighting. "Lighting is a critical component in helping large spaces become more sustainable. Our fixtures not only provide substantial energy savings, but also provide an exceptional quality of light. We believe the DLC standards are good for customers, and we're pleased to earn this certification."

In addition to being DLC approved, Lusio SSL fixtures are also Lighting Facts (U.S. Department of Energy) Certified, UL and CE listed, EMI/FCC tested, and RoHS compliant. Lusio Solid-State Lighting, as a division of LightWild, is also an S.B.A. designated federal contractor.

About Lusio Solid-State Lighting

Lusio delivers a new experience in commercial and industrial lighting with fixtures that provide quiet, super-clean lighting with lumens that meet or exceed traditional legacy fluorescent and metal halide lighting sources. Mercury free, low maintenance and dimmable, Lusio offers a 35-70% energy savings through a direct replacement of HID and fluorescent fixtures and are backed by an industry leading 7-year warranty.

Made in the USA, Lusio fixtures are built with top-quality materials including low glare reflectors, sophisticated heat sinks for superior thermal management, premium LEDs, and robust housings that are comprised of up to 80% recycled aluminum.

Lusio Solid-State Lighting enables companies to meet their green initiatives in a variety of commercial and industrial spaces such as warehouses, big-box retail, convention centers, laboratories, high-ceiling office spaces, transportation terminals, manufacturing plants, and arena concourses. Lusio is installed at various locations worldwide including 4,750 fixtures at the Doha National Convention Centre extension, the world's largest general illumination LED project in the world to date.

Lusio is a worldwide brand and registered trademark of LightWild. Learn more about Lusio Solid-State Lighting at http://www.LusioLighting.com.

    
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