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Lutron launches its latest lighting control technology including new seeTouch International HomeWorks keypads (21/12/2007)

Stand O75, Integrated Systems Europe 2008

Lutron Electronics Co. Inc., world leader in lighting control, will not only be showing its full range of artificial lighting control expertise at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) expo this year but using it as a platform to launch its latest technologies.

In addition to the Lutron's renowned HomeWorks system, new seeTouch International HomeWorks keypads and RF HomeWorks keypads will be on display, alongside the company's growing family of sophisticated Sivoia QED shades, curtains and roman blinds drives and new metallic finish consumer dimming range.

SeeTouch International

On show at ISE will be Lutron's new SeeTouch international keypad product range for use with the HomeWorks system. Based on proven Lutron technology, the product brings to market all the convenient features of the original SeeTouch range, but in a design format preferred in many geographical markets. With a new level of one-touch control of lights and shades, the Lutron seeTouch international keypad range offers users the choice of personalised engraving, infrared receiver control for intelligent remotes and contact closure inputs for connection to motion detectors and door sensors.

HomeWorks

Also on show will be the company's renowned HomeWorks Lighting Control System, which provides convenient, reliable operation of lighting and other home electronics from keypads throughout the home. The advanced lighting control system's enhanced capabilities bring unprecedented flexibility, power and versatility to home lighting control and streamline interactive connections with other home systems. In addition, the Phillips Pronto can be used to wirelessly control Homeworks and this will be demonstrated to full effect on stand at the show.

Sivoia QED

Lutron's Sivoia QED technology will also be on display and a new torque shade system will be demonstrated. Sivoia QED offers users complete daylight control for both residential and commercial applications and is the ultimate in motorised roller and roman blind technology, providing elegance, convenience and versatility. The innovative design features a near silent electronic drive (44 dBA at three feet), minimal light gaps around the roller blind, simple installation, and a flexible design that can work in virtually any installation. In addition to offering the ultimate in daylight control for roller blinds, Sivoia QED's curtain track enhancement enables the control of heavier drapes and provides users with a narrower motor drive, which sits flush with the width of the curtain track.

Consumer Dimming Range

Lutron's latest range of quality consumer dimmers ensures that the company's sleek lines and signature styling is accessible to all homeowners. Designed to fit into an existing light switch fixture, there are at present five products in the range including Lyneo, Lutron's basic slide dimmer and Solina, a discrete floor and table lamp dimmer which can fade lamps on and off with a simple tap - while memorising the last light level set. The range also includes Rania and Rania IR, which are multi-location dimmers that are both operated by the touch of a button and when switched back on, the dimmer memorises the last lighting level chosen. Universal dimming options are also available on the Rania range that auto-sense the load type - both low voltage and incandescent sources.

Available in finishes ranging from arctic white, argentum (silver) and mica (charcoal black) to satin nickel (stainless steel), bright chrome and bright brass, the range is being extended to incorporate six new metallic finishes. In addition to the new metallic colours, Lutron is also launching a full line of colour coordinated wiring accessories. Compliant with all applicable IEC (CE) standards, the range of accessories includes single, dual and intermediate switches, 16A sockets with earthing pins and Schuko sockets, RJ11 and standard phone jacks and connectors, RJ45 network jacks and connectors, SAT jacks, terminated and intermediate Triplexers, two port and one to three gang frames, coax cable connectors, a wide range of data jacks and blank faceplates.

With load capabilities up to 500w, and available in co-ordinating finishes to Lutron's Grafik Eye and HomeWorks products, the domestic dimming range offers flexibility as well as high performance. Alongside Lutron's two year warranty on all the products in the range, the company is also offering installers and specifiers a design and layout service. This ensures that not only does the lighting control strategy fulfill the end users' requirements, but that it also meets all the latest environmental design criteria.

Andrew Bechgaard, head of marketing for EMEA, comments: "ISE provides the perfect platform for Lutron to demonstrate its product innovation and scalability. From a basic slide dimmer, to a state-of-the-art stadium lighting control system, Lutron continues to offer the ultimate in lighting control products and packages".

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