LEDSynergy News Archive - May 2008
LEDSynergy news achive for May 2008.
LEDs shine a light at London bus stops
Transport for London have hit upon a bright idea by agreeing a $1.1 million deal that will see LED lighting installed at bus stops across the capital.The energy-efficient LEDs are currently fitted in over 3,000 sites across London, with the new agreement ensuring that the technology will now be available to commuters at approximately 3,000 more bus...
Friday, 30th May 2008 - full story
LEDs transform Sacramento bank into art display
The US Bank Tower has installed an array of LED video displays that combine to create the impression of a cascading waterfall.The design, fashioned by artist Michael Hayden, uses screens located in the Sacramento building's atrium to project high definition images of fast flowing water.Another LED display, dubbed "Lumetric River", will form the...
Wednesday, 28th May 2008 - full story
New York store signs up for massive LED billboard
The Big Apple is set to showcase the biggest LED advertising billboard later this year.Walgreens, a pharmacy chain, have signed up for a display that measures a remarkable 212 feet high, which is currently being installed in Times Square, New YorkThe 250,000 pound sign features 12 million LEDs that will enable the firm to showcase its products in...
Wednesday, 28th May 2008 - full story
Architects receive enlightenment on LEDs
The annual American Institute of Architects (AIA) convention in Boston was illuminated by speakers and exhibitions focusing on LED lighting.Numerous LED manufacturers unveiled innovative designs that creatively employ the energy efficient technology.Beta LED and Lumec released new lighting products for outdoor usage, while Nexxus Lighting and Renaissance...
Tuesday, 27th May 2008 - full story
Ricoh Arena prepares for euroLED 2008 conference
Industry experts from across the world be travelling to Coventry next month as they attend Europe's largest solid-state lighting event.The Ricoh Arena will provide an insight into the latest lighting technologies when it host the fifth annual euroLED 2008 conference and exhibition on June 4th and 5th.The event promises to offer significant networking...
Wednesday, 21st May 2008 - full story
LEDs shine a light on the Mississippi River
A new LED lighting system designed to illuminate the Mississippi River in dazzling array of colour has been installed.The LEDs can bathe the Norbert F. Beckey bridge in 16.7 million colour combinations when in operation, with a red, white and blue colour scheme planned for Independence Day on July 4th.They will be employed to light up the waterfront every...
Monday, 19th May 2008 - full story
Radiohead illuminate the world with LED fixtures
Rock superstars Radiohead have kicked off their world tour by committing to LED stage lighting.The band, which is currently playing venue across the US, have agreed to deploy the BB7, a LED rig designed by i-Pix.Radiohead's lighting and visuals designer Andi Watson approved use of the new energy efficient technology, which requires 210 watts at 240 volts....
Friday, 16th May 2008 - full story
Beijing fits new LEDs ahead of 2008 Olympics
Two huge LED displays operating as an outdoor advertising platform have been installed in Beijing, China.The first screen, measuring approximately 2,842 square feet, was fitted on the exterior of a shopping complex in Chongwen District at the beginning of April. A smaller LED display, with a screen size of 1,615 square feet, was subsequently added to another shopping...
Wednesday, 14th May 2008 - full story
New LED signs for Boston subway
Passengers on Boston's subway network will soon be able to access the latest travel information via LED signs as part of a major infrastructure upgrade.The displays, which were trialled by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority in 2007, will offer improved visual and audio quality in stations across the city.The LED displays, designed to provide...
Tuesday, 13th May 2008 - full story
Avnet to headline LED conference
Avnet LightSpeed have announced that director Cary Eskow will deliver the keynote speech at tomorrow's 2008 LED Technology Investment Forum.Mr Eskow, a twenty-seven-year Avnet veteran who holds two industry patents, will offer an insight into growth potential for light emitting diode (LED) technology across various sectors.He said: "To date the impetus...
Tuesday, 13th May 2008 - full story
Public willing to consider LED lighting solutions
A growing number of people are prepared to try LED lights, according to a new study.Research by Harris Interactive found that 87 per cent of US consumers would consider implementing such a home lighting solution.Energy efficiency, cost savings and a longer lifespan were the the major factors cited by respondents for why they were attracted to using LEDs,...
Monday, 12th May 2008 - full story
LEDs shine a light on historic Alamo site
A new LED lighting system has illuminated the Alamo in Texas as part of a local arts' festival.The US site has been transformed by a structure that intelligently varies a multitude of lighting and colour combinations.A total of 12 LED fixtures were installed beside the Alamo's facade to ensure a rich, vibrant display. Spectators at Luminaria, an annual...
Monday, 12th May 2008 - full story
LED display dazzles at MGM Grand Macau
A huge LED screen is the focal point of a new exterior facade at the MGM Grand Hotel in Macau.Visitors to the casino will be able to see crystal clear video on the 1408 x 768 pixel, 180-degree curved 16mm SMD display.The high definition screen, which is surrounded by smaller LED panels, can be viewed without distortion from almost any angle and provides...
Friday, 9th May 2008 - full story
World's largest mobile LED display unveiled
Fans at major sporting or music events could soon be watching crystal clear images after Big Moving Pictures unveiled the world's largest mobile LED displays.The firm claims the high-definition screens, measuring 40 feet tall and 22 feet wide, are capable of providing an enjoyable viewing experience for audiences of over 100,000 people.The LED displays,...
Wednesday, 7th May 2008 - full story
New self-sustaining LED screen planned for Beijing
Visitors to the Beijing Olympics in August will be entertained by the world's largest LED display.Designer Simone Giostra & Partners claim the huge self-sustaining screen, dubbed the GreenPix Zero Energy Media Wall, will require no energy source other than solar power in order to operate.The display will collect solar rays during the day before lighting...
Wednesday, 7th May 2008 - full story
New LED display for Asia's largest railway station
Beijing South railway station has agreed a $10 million contract to install a number of LED displays as part of a major redevelopment project for the Olympics.The 11 screens will provide entertainment as well as transport information to passengers across the station, which will be the largest in Asia when the line opened in August.The high-density resolution...
Tuesday, 6th May 2008 - full story
London nightclub shines a light with new LED system
Area, a well known London nightclub, has fitted an innovative LED mesh lighting system on its ceiling.Halo Lighting installed a total of 768 LED-Lites' X-Panel LED tiles that were specifically tailored to match the curved architectural design of the gay club, based in Vauxhall near the Thames Embankment.Lead designer Yann Guenancia ensured the rig, which...
Friday, 2nd May 2008 - full story
LED screen enables interactive museum to display breaking news
Newseum, a news museum, has installed a high definition LED screen as part of the opening ceremony for a new Washington DC site.Visitors to the $450 million interactive venue will be able to see images of both breaking and historically significant news on the electronic display, which measures 40 inches wide and 22 inches tall.Bud O'Connor, director of...
Friday, 2nd May 2008 - full story