In order to attain specific features, such as color and heat resistance, iron is frequently employed as an addition in the manufacture of glass. Depending on the lighting application, iron can give glass a subtle greenish hue that may or may not be acceptable.
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Zaniboni Lighting uses agile design practices, lean manufacturing techniques and is an independent family-owned US manufacturer.
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Electronic transformers are designed for use with more legacy low-voltage halogen and incandescent lighting systems. They transform standard household voltage (120V or 240V) to the lower voltage (typically 12V or 24V) required by these types of lighting.Posted: January 18, 2024
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Wiring diagramsPosted: September 18, 2023
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Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) is a collaborative project delivery approach used in the construction and design industries. It aims to bring together various stakeholders, including owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors, to work as a cohesive team throughout the project lifecycle. The goal of IPD is to improve project outcomes, increase efficiency, reduce risks, and enhance communication among all parties involved.
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Conceptual Design: This stage involves developing the overall lighting concept and determining the desired lighting effects and mood for the space. The designer will work with the client to understand their vision and requirements, and develop a lighting plan that complements the architecture and enhances the functionality of the space.Posted: August 11, 2023Categories: Lighting Design
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Source lumens and delivered lumens are two measurements used to describe the amount of light produced by a fixture.
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Illumination Engineering Society Accepts Two OMNI Smart Lighting System products from Zaniboni Lighting for its 2022 IES Progress Report
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We spend nearly 90% of our time indoors, under artificial light, which lacks the circadian signals natural sunlight provides. As a result, our bodies and minds are no longer in sync with the natural day/night cycle. This disconnect has negative short and long-term health consequences for us throughout our lives.
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Liquid crystals are elongated molecules that are naturally aligned in the same direction.
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Accent lighting is one of three types of recessed downlights, along with general downlighting and wall wash luminaires.
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While Zaniboni Lighting has an outside-of-the-box and forward-thinking mindset, when it comes to safety and sustainability standards, conformity is of paramount importance.
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Zaniboni Lighting is on the California Energy Commission website.
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Hexcel louvers - also “hex louvers,” named after the hexagon (6 equal sides) shaped cells that make up the louver is a series of blades or slats arranged to regulate air or light going through.
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LED production is a complex process which does not ensure 100% consistency between LEDs.
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Linear spread lenses are asymmetrical beam-elongating lighting accessories made of glass, polycarbonate or film, providing an extra level of control in lighting applications.
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Warm dim is a LED technology which mimics the warmth of dimmed incandescent sources.
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Diffusing lenses are symmetrical beam-spreading lighting accessories made of glass, polycarbonate or film, providing an extra level of control in lighting applications.
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Lighting design with uncomfortable glare can lead to eye strain, inability to concentrate and headaches contributing to reduced workforce productivity.
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Gel filters have a strong history in theatrical application, however dichroic filters have become the preferred method of producing color from a white light source, especially in permanent architectural applications.
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Where local and state regulations allow for Class 2 installations, the use of DC/DC drivers represent substantial savings in labor and material costs and allow for installations that would otherwise be nearly impossible.
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In many respects, IoT is still a technology for the future. However, for lighting and building controls, the future is here. Introduced to facilitate IoT networks, Bluetooth Mesh is great for enabling lighting and other building control networks.
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Tunable white is a technology enabling adjustment of color temperature and intensity.
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Zaniboni Lighting proudly offers a wide range of luminaires manufactured here in the USA. The majority of Zaniboni Lighting’s luminaires meet the BAA’s two-tiered test:
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For over a hundred million years sea turtles have been coming ashore to lay their eggs on beaches.
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Lighting Designer Jon Champelli talked with us about his recent work at the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas; here is an excerpt
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Imagine going back in time to an era when taking to the skies was a pleasure.
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We recently had lunch at the Remington’s in Chicago with Lighting Designer Peter Hugh and had the opportunity to review an impressive grazing effect he created for their private dinning area. Here are some insights from Peter
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"For sheer sensory enjoyment, few everyday experiences can compete with a good cup of coffee." -Ernesto Illy
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Imagine entering your condo building, going into the elevator, and arriving directly into your condo. Not so out-there, right?
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Originally built as a chat tool for a failed gaming company, Slack officially launched in 2013, and has since become the fastest growing start-up in the world with over 10 million users and valued at over $20 billion after going public this year.
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Meet Zaniboni Lighting, a 2019 Fast 50 Winner
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Silvertop is part of Hollywood's love affair with Lautner's mid-century architectural masterpieces, many of which have not only popped up in a number of movies, TV shows, and music videos, but have also enjoyed a high level of celebrity occupancy/ownership.
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Article By Brian Hartz - Tampa Bay Editor, Business Observer, which also ranked Zaniboni Lighting 16th on their 100 Fastest-Growing companies as well as listing them on their 2018 Top 500 Companies in the region.
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Title 24 JA8 Compliance is the most sophisticated set of state requirements worldwide, shifting the focus from energy efficiency to human wellbeing.
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Minimalism is the pursuit of that simplicity defined as plain, basic, or uncomplicated in form, nature, or design. My take on Minimalism is not about plain and basic.
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The Oxford English Dictionary defines simple as "of very low intelligence.”
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JUST IN! As one of the fastest-growing companies in the Tampa Bay area, Zaniboni Lighting placed 9th overall at this year's Tampa Bay Business Journal's Fast 50 awards ceremony.
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Light + Building, the world's leading trade fair for lighting, hosts the latest technological innovations from around the globe, focusing on intelligent and networked solutions.
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We have started the countdown to football's ultimate stage: Super Bowl LII. Come February 4, 2018, the Super Bowl LII Champions will hoist up their Vince Lombardi Trophy in an emotional victory for all of the world to see.
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Working in the lighting world gives us a glimpse into the creative genius that stands out and reminds us of the incredible world we live in.
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Clearwater-based Zaniboni Lighting Co. started as an offshoot of Cantalupi USA, a leading producer of lighting products for the super-yacht industry. With a nearly 85% market share, Cantalupi entrusted one of its top executives, Fabio Zaniboni, with the mission to branch out into hospitality and architectural services.
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After being nominated several months ago, the German Design Council has announced that Zaniboni Lighting has been awarded the 2018 German Design Award for Excellent Product Design in the Lighting category for their Alba 1 Q.
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It is common knowledge that lighting can set the mood of a space.
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After combing the entirety of West Central Florida, the Tampa Bay Business Journal has named Chiara Zaniboni, as their 2017 Businesswoman of the Year in Manufacturing.
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Reminiscing on the inspirational moments in my life evokes a sense of gratefulness with all of those who have been part of my life journey.
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This take on innovation could very well be the manifesto of Minimalism and its principle “less is more.”
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Minimalism as a movement has been around since the 1940s, but has recently made a come back in an evolved form. The “less is more” mantra has evolved to a new level of sophistication. Minimalism in design today is made up of minute nuances and details that enrich and elevate the experience of the object over time.
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WORK HARD, PLAY HARD — Here at Zaniboni Lighting this is how we live, work and play
Posted: January 12, 2017