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See How Cree is Becoming Better, Stronger, and Faster!

Posted by Matt Sedlock

Sep 1, 2016 10:39:13 AM

 
Get Cree Quality with the Western Difference!
 
CREE.jpgCree leads the LED lighting revolution and is making energy-wasting traditional lighting technologies obsolete through the use of energy-efficient, environmentally friendly LED lighting.

They first brought the blue LED to market in 1989, and today Cree's XLamp LEDs have continually exceeded industry standards for brightness and efficiency. Indeed, XLamp LEDs were the first "lighting-class" LEDs – LEDS bright enough to be used in general-illumination applications, such as desk lamps, ceiling fixtures and street lights. In addition, Cree's extensive line of high-brightness LEDs are also introducing new performance levels to outdoor video displays and decorative lighting. See how Cree is becoming better, stronger, and faster:
 
  • Cree has been the leader in the LED lighting revolution since 1989
  • Quick Ship Program - Over 75 SKU's in-stock and redy to ship
  • 1st Class in Warranty - 10 years on most products
  • Highest efficiances
  • 90 CRI on most products
  • Competetive pricing

 

The Cree Big Money Promotion!

Cross over a competitor's specification or create a new specification using Cree products and receive the following:

  • $2,500 order = $25 Visa Card
  • $5,000 order = $50 Visa Card 
  • $10,000 order = $100 Visa Card
  • $100,000 order = $1,000 Visa Card

 

*Provide proof of your work (purchase order and specifications) and you will be paid in a timely manner. Promotion not valid for out-of-territory orders and orders already specified as Cree. 

 

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High Quality and Sustainable New Construction Downlights by Cree

Posted by Matt Sedlock

Aug 29, 2016 9:00:00 AM

The innovative technologies that make up Cree products have revolutionized the lighting industry by making high-quality, sustainable LED lighting affordable and available to all. With this advantage, Cree remains at the forefront today, dedicated to developing new LED lighting solutions that improve both our customers’ spaces and their bottom lines, and all backed by an incredible warranty.
 
Cree is the originator of today’s LED lighting technology and is 100% committed to the continued advancement of solid state lighting. From growing their patented Silicon Carbide (SiC) materials, to developing the components, to manufacturing complete lighting systems, Cree's entire portfolio benefits from their unrelenting pursuit of developing the most advanced LED lighting available. Here are the new construction downlights that reflect how Cree manufactures from the best materials available. 
 
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ESA Series
 
The ESA Series of downlight luminaires features 4", 6" and 8" round apertures and a two-piece optical assembly that provides a broad, even light distribution by combining low brightness with maximum visual cutoff and efficiency. This wall wash lighting solution from Cree is available in three light distributions: narrow, medium and wide.
 
 
 
ESA Series Surface Cylinders 
 
The ESA Series of cylinder downlights, with impressive lumen packages beyond 5,000 initial lumens delivered, allows designers to meet strict interior lighting performance specifications with a complete LED solution. Achieve beautiful color consistency in any space when you choose ESA Series luminaires.
 
Essentia by Cree Downlights
 
Essentia by Cree downlights are engineered to provide outstanding value and performance. The comprehensive portfolio includes 4", 6" and 8" round downlights, adjustable downlights and wall wash downlights. Available in a variety of lumen packages and color temperatures, each downlight is rated 50,000 hours and features a premium reflector finish with a range of color trim options.
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KR Series
 
Ideal for new construction applications, the KR Series LED downlight portfolio is engineered for efficiency, delivering exceptional color rendering at 90+ CRI, superior light distribution and unparalleled lifetime color consistency. With a variety of color temperatures, out-of-the-box dimming capability and 4, 6 and 8 inch apertures available, the KR Series brings true design freedom with beautiful aesthetics and industry-leading performance to commercial and retail spaces.
 
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LR Series
 
Delivering exceptional 90+ CRI light quaity and efficacy up to 100 lumens per watts, the LR Series downlight maximizes energy savings for commercial applications. Designed with versatility in mind, this fixture is available in warm or neutral color temperatures and input voltage of 120V or 277V, both dimmable to 5%. 
 
 
 
Since 1989 Cree has been the leader in the LED lighting revolution. With over 75 SKU’s in stock and ready to ship, they make customer service their top priority. Cree offers 90 CRI and a 10 year warranty on most products. With competitive pricing and high efficacies, Cree is better, stronger, and faster than ever before.  
 
 
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Topics: cree, LED, New Products, Downlights

Better Light Delivered Intelligently and Simply with Cree SmartCast Technology

Posted by Matt Sedlock

Aug 25, 2016 9:00:00 AM

In today’s increasingly connected world, the race is on to be leaner, faster, smarter, better. Smart devices, smart buildings, and now smart lighting can engage with the Internet of Things (IoT), all with the promise of new opportunities.
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With Cree SmartCast Technology, Cree has totally redefined intelligent lighting by making it so intuitive and simple, it just works — for you and for everyone who experiences it. It does what intelligent light should: it saves you money while helping make your whole enterprise more productive. Once you’re ready to connect, SmartCast Technology offers an open, scalable platform that works seamlessly with smart building applications to amplify savings and further optimize environments, delivering even more value. 
 
Within each SmartCast enabled luminaire, integrated sensors, cutting-edge electronics and software all work together using the language of light and intelligent algorithms to automatically learn and interact with each other and with your space. The result is a seamless application of scalable intelligent light strategies that can save you up to 70% in energy costs while delivering more comfortable, personalized lighting experiences.
 
Embedded sensors continually detect and share data on room occupancy and ambient light to fine-tune your environment and energy-saving strategies in real time. Data flows automatically and transparently. So lights sense when you’re there and turn off when you’re not and automatically dim up or down with the sun.
 
SmartCast Technology orchestrates the optimal environment for energy efficiency and productivity. It sets parameters for brightness and color, adjusts color temperatures to tasks and personal preferences, and tracks improvements. It even applies what it learns to drive energy costs lower for continual operational improvement. Every luminaire in the SmartCast Technology portfolio offers what no other system can, OneButton Setup to commission up to 1,000 luminaires in a single step. This is intelligence you can live with - smart lighting that meets existing and emerging building codes and operates wirelessly.
 
Since 1989 Cree has been the leader in the LED lighting revolution. With over 75 SKU’s in stock and ready to ship, they make customer service their top priority. Cree offers 90 CRI and a 10 year warranty on most products. With competitive pricing and high efficacies, Cree is better, stronger, and faster than ever before.  
 
 
Click Here to download the Cree SmartCast Technology Brochure!
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Topics: cree, LED, New Products, SmartCast Technology

Cree LN Series: LED Suspended Ambient Luminaire

Posted by Matt Sedlock

Aug 23, 2016 9:00:00 AM

With its stunning swept-wing design and breakthrough WaveMax Technology, the Cree LN Series pendant luminaire creates beautifully quiet light with gamechanging affordability.

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Better Light from Fewer Fixtures

A game-changer in optics technology, WaveMax Technology delivers better light from every angle: superb illumination to the task surface for greater productivity and heightened alertness, while directing 60% of its light upward to dispel the striped ceiling contrasts common in indirect/direct fixtures.

Beauty Meets Practicality

These suspended luminaires are more than just sleek and eye-catching. They also have a secret: the thoughtfully engineered design enables installation and control that’s simpler, faster and more cost-effective thanks to a unique modular light engine and fewer parts. And with optional SmartCast Technology, Cree’s intelligent light solution, extreme energy efficiency is yours with the touch of a single button.

Architecturally Appealing and Attractively Affordable 

This suspended linear gives architects an adaptable and supremely high-functioning light system with a supermodern, low-profile look at an unexpectedly affordable price. The LN Series is signature Cree: non-linear thinking for a breakthrough in linear lighting. Architecture is the art of establishing a functional space where every element and dimension affects the whole. Into this equation enters the Cree LN Series suspended indirect/direct luminaire. The sleek, graceful design is made possible by Cree WaveMax Technology, which enables the generation and distribution of even, uniform light from a unique architecture of its own. The clean, housing-free shape eliminates ceiling clutter and complements a room in a way that no other suspended fixture can match.

The LN Series is designed to be highly modular, with an industry-standard 48-inch light engine size that’s easily combined for longer continuous runs, and offers 0-10V or optional Smartcast Technology dimming controls for even more energy-saving opportunities. With industry-leading WaveMax Technology delivering superior illumination quality, simplified modular assembly and appealing pricing, architects and lighting designers have an elegant new solution to the challenge of illuminating workspaces both functionally and artfully.

Since 1989 Cree has been the leader in the LED lighting revolution. With over 75 SKU’s in stock and ready to ship, they make customer service their top priority. Cree offers 90 CRI and a 10 year warranty on most products. With competitive pricing and high efficacies, Cree is better, stronger, and faster than ever before.                                       

Click Here to download the Cree LN Series Brochure!
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Cree XSP and OSQ Series Provide Breakthrough Technology and Increased Performance

Posted by Matt Sedlock

Aug 18, 2016 3:54:33 PM

Cree XSP Series

Designed from the ground up as a totally optimized LED street, and area lighting system, the XSP Series delivers incredible efficiency without sacrificing application performance. Beyond substantial energy savings and reduced maintenance Cree achieves greater optical control with our NanoOptic Precision Delivery Grid optic when compared to traditional cobra head luminaires. The XSP Series is the better alternative for traditional street and area lighting with quick payback and improved performance.

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Powered by BetaLED Technology and designed for long L70 lifetime over 100,000 hours, the XSP Series street lights deliver incredible effi cacy of up to 100 lumens per watt and up to double the lumens per dollar of previous generations of LED street lights. An ideal replacement for outdated traditional sources, the XSP series can even provide value while replacing high wattage HPS applications.

A Total Systems Approach combines the most advanced LED sources, driver technologies, optics and form into each product to off er our most optimized solution yet. The XSP Series uses a NanoOptic Precision Delivery Grid optic to efficiently deliver light where it matters, cutting energy consumption up to nearly 50%. Years of maintenance-free performance are possible through a state-of-the-art thermal management design that uses an innovative fl ow through heat sink to draw heat away from LEDs, maximizing performance and longevity. 

Click Here to download the Cree XSP Series Brochure!

 

Cree OSQ Series

The clean, modern housing of the OSQ Series improves your site aesthetics during the daytime, while the performance of Cree's NanoOptic Technology ensures improved, even illumination at night. The next generation of area lighting surpasses traditional lighting technology with market-leading optical performance and an extensive lifetime, leading to energy savings of up to 70 percent compared to HID. 

Traditional luminaire technologies offer limited optical selections. With Cree's patented NanoOptic Technology, the choices keep coming. They have highly-efficient optics available in multiple distributions to provide new possibilities for highly-optimized target illumination performance and the flexibility you need to achieve the specific illumination requirements for each unique application.

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The OSQ Series blends extreme optical control, advanced thermal management and light quality to bring you the latest advancements in LED technology. And Cree didn’t stop there — they added a clean, modern housing and versatile mounting options all with an attractive price point. Whether you have a new construction or upgrade application, the OSQ Series is perfect for parking lots, internal roadways, and general site lighting.

With uniform targeted illumination, the OSQ luminaire minds its own business by directing light only where it’s needed and provides full cut-off where it isn’t. Equipped with advanced optical control, the luminaire eliminates dark spots between mountings, reduces light pollution and minimizes wasted energy. Backed by Cree's industry-leading 10-year limited warranty, the OSQ Series incorporates the latest LED technology specially engineered for outdoor area lighting. 

Click Here to download the Cree OSQ Series Brochure!

 

About Cree 

Cree is the originator of today’s LED lighting technology and is 100 percent committed to the continued advancement of solid state lighting. That’s why they strive to find ways to continuously improve our products and offer more value to our customers. 

Since 1989 Cree has been the leader in the LED lighting revolution. With over 75 SKU’s in stock and ready to ship, they make customer service their top priority. Cree offers 90 CRI and a 10 year warranty on most products. With competitive pricing and high efficacies, Cree is better, stronger, and faster than ever before.  
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Better Light Changes Everything with Cree

Posted by Matt Sedlock

Jul 7, 2016 1:17:33 PM

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LED lighting, with its high quality, long life and low energy consumption has improved our world and ended the century old era of traditional light. But for Cree, this is just the beginning. LED technology will go beyond creating good light sources to deliver vastly improved and entirely new light experiences. At Cree, they call this ‘better light’ and they believe it’s your right.
 
Better light improves your work, makes a more relaxed life at home, and adapts to your environment automatically. It has the ability to save energy and last longer, which are capabilities that weren't possible before. Better light improves the environment around you and it continues to become better in design. 
 
Most traditional lighting companies are focused on convincing you that what you have for your lighting needs is good enough, but Cree believes that LED lighting can do so much more. They focus on designing and innovating a light that provides a better experience no matter where you are. 
 
Cree creates steps in their development process so people can embrace and use this new technology to understand the value of it. Then they can adapt to it. The LED lighting that Cree produces has a technological platform that works on all core technology. They see it as the beginning of a progressional time for LED lighting. 
 
Cree and their dedicated research team have a personal commitment to bring better products to the lighting market. At the end of the day, Cree believes that better light is someones right to experience.  
 
 
 Watch the video below to learn more about Cree LED Lighting:
 
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Topics: cree, LED lighting, New Products, better light changes everything

You Won't Sacrifice Value for Performance with Essentia by Cree

Posted by Matt Sedlock

Jun 28, 2016 10:49:28 AM

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You no longer have to sacrifice value for performance. Essentia by Cree expands your choices for an essential mix—giving you more choices and a greater ability to customize and control your ROI. Now every selection is a smart investment.
 
Essentia by Cree Products
 
The Essentia by Cree Flat Panel product family provides lighting customers with quality LED flat panel solutions for use in recessed and suspended commercial applications, all backed by the industry leader in LED lighting technology - Cree. The fully luminous flat panel with an optically-efficient, edge-lit design transforms any space with soft, low-glare illumination while providing exceptional application flexibility, performance, and return on investment.
 
  • Limited Warranty: 5 years
  • Efficacy: up to 100 LPW
  • Lumen Maintenance: Consult Spec Sheet
  • Lumen Output: 3400 - 5000 L
  • Wattage: 34 - 50 W

The Essentia by Cree Track Lighting portfolio delivers a complete line of products backed by Cree. Well-designed and well-made to deliver exceptional track lighting, the portfolio offers more options, flexibility, energy efficiency and better lighting quality.

  • Limited Warranty: 3 Years 
  • Efficacy: up to 80
  • Lumen Maintenance: Consult Spec Sheet
  • Lumen Output: 500-2500
  • Wattage: 8-36 W
Essentia by Cree LED Downlights offer exceptional quality and lighting performance above industry standard — and they’re backed by Cree. Expect uniform quality, performance and appearance across your lighting projects with Essentia by Cree downlights.
 
  • Limited Warranty: 5 years
  • Efficacy: up to 91 LPW
  • Lumen Maintenance: Consult Spec Sheet
  • Lumen Output: 890 - 6790 L
  • Wattage: 12 - 84 W

 

You don’t have to settle for anything less than a better lighting experience, and you deserve options that you feel good about. Essentia accepts the challenge and delivers LED solutions that improve visual comfort, color quality and efficiency. It gives you the assurance of a highly reliable choice backed by a trusting leader. Now you can choose with confidence because no one understands the fundamentals of LED lighting like the company that invented LED. 

 Below are the Sales Sheets for the products above:

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Topics: cree, New Products, Essentia

Cree LED Lighting Gives New Life to Glendale City Hall

Posted by Matt Sedlock

Feb 25, 2016 1:07:59 PM

Cree LED Lighting was recently awarded the contract to install the Area Edge Series lighting at the historic Glendale City Hall in Glendale, California. The low profile and sleek design of the Area Edge Series was beautifully integrated into the city hall's 20th century architecture, as if it was meant to be there from the very beginning. Glendale City Hall now has a modern look and effective illumination to showcase its greatest structural features. 
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The Cree Area Edge Series is ideal for illuminating any open-space application including pathways, large common spaces, and parking lots. With a low-profile modular design this aesthetically pleasing luminaire provides improved illumination performance while reducing energy consumption. The Area Edge Series provides significant energy and maintence savings, which provides support to the historic structure. 
 
LED has changed the way the world sees light. Inefficient, old-style incandescents and CFLs are being phased out by a lighting technology that can deliver warm, traditional light or a cooler, more contemporary white light, all while using a fraction of the energy and with virtually zero environmental damage.
 
The Area Edge Series by Cree LED Lighting blends seamlessly with the structure showcasing its warm and traditional yet luxurious feel. Integrating the new with the old  gives Glendale City Hall a fresh and inviting look without compromising the original design.
 
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Color Change Technology Has Arrived

Posted by Matt Sedlock

Nov 11, 2015 7:30:00 AM

Ever have a project where the lighting levels weren't quite right? Did you wish you had the capability to change the color by simply pushing a button?


Now the same company who brought you SmartCast™ Technology is changing the game again with the introduction of adjustable color temperature for SmartCast-enabled CR Series LED troffers. This is the first of Cree’s luminaries to feature adjustable color temperatures, made possible by Cree's True White technology. SmartCast Technology provides greater flexibility to control temperature and light levels (in each individual fixture, or groups of fixtures) at no additional cost over other SmartCast enable fixtures.

Easy Installation

The new adjustable color temperature feature demonstrates a game-changing lighting experience by being more flexible to individual needs and preferences. And on top of that, it delivers high efficiency and value. Partnered with SmartCast Technology, the seamless integration will transform the lighting of existing or new buildings into an energy-efficient, code compliant space. Cree SmartCast Technology simplifies lighting for specifiers, installers and owners. The lighting control is as easy as selecting luminaries and switches with no extra devices to specify and no sensor layouts. You can install the luminaries and switches at the press of a button to set up and calibrate. The luminaries and switches work together to then save owners money doing smart things like dimming in response to daylight and vacancy.


Change Light Color at Any Time

Cree luminaries featuring field adjustable color temperature (CR Series) integrated with SmartCast Technology enhance commercial building design by eliminating the need to decide on color temperature at installation. “This is especially attractive to Electrical Distributors who no longer will have the need to stock multiple lighting options,” says Jimm Reifsnyder at Western Lighting & Energy Controls. SmartCast-Technology-enabled CR Series LED troffers enable the use of only one troffer type in any space, regardless of lighting preference. Adjustable color temperature is available from 3000K to 5000K in 500K increments.

Code Compliant

The combined technology from Cree provides simplified specification, ordering, and installation with a lighting-control system that reduces energy consumption- making it a competitive Title 24 solution. Even as the lights graduate to a warmer color, they will not lose efficiency thanks to Cree’s True White Color technology. Cree’s True White Technology features the same Lumen output at all levels and is exclusive to Cree products.

The new adjustable color temperature is a great solution for applications such as classrooms or medical offices, where different colored lights are needed throughout different rooms. The wireless solution requires no labor and no extra cost for color changing.

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Western Helps Transform Auto Dealership With Cree® LED Lighting

Posted by Matt Sedlock

Sep 23, 2015 2:57:45 PM

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While great lighting is critical for car dealerships, it typically means increased energy costs and maintenance due to the large volume of lamps and fixtures. But by installing energy-efficient Cree LED lighting, the automotive industry presents a great opportunity for showcasing lighting options that cut energy costs, are maintenance-free, and last longer than other lighting solutions. Recently, Western Lighting & Energy Controls had the opportunity to work on a project at Audi Valencia, owned by Keyes Automotive. Western was able to help Audi Valencia gain curb appeal from Cree's purposefully-designed front-line outdoor LED fixtures. 

Illuminated with Cree TrueWhite Technology, the dealership now provides a consistent lighting experience throughout the lot, showrooms, offices, and service bays. Western chose interior and exterior LED luminaries to provide quality illumination and enhanced inventory appearance with significant energy and maintenance savings.

 


 

Popular Automotive Application Products From Cree®

The Cree Edge High Output provides industry-leading 90 CRI color quality and performance to auto dealerships' outdoor lots. Designed specifically for automotive dealership front lines, among other exterior retail applications, the Cree Edge High Output showcases a delaerships's inventory in remarkable light and significantly saves on energy and maintenance costs.

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Below are some of Cree's other top automotive application products:

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CR Series

LED Troffers

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CXB Series

High Bay

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LS Series

Strip Fixtures

 

 

 

 

 

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XSP Series

XSPW Wall Pack

 

 

 

 

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KR Series

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These are just a few of the Cree products popular for auto dealership lighting design. Check out Cree's top automotive application products to see the ways in which these products are featured and how Cree's fixtures can transform a dealership's appearance and energy costs:
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