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Eindhoven, the Netherlands – Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, today announced that it is a winner of the Prototype Phase of the U.S. Department of Energy’s L-Prize competition. Signify’s winning prototypes – the Generation Flex modular luminaire and Interact Next Gen scalable connected lighting system – were chosen for their exceptional performance across six areas: efficacy; quality of light; connectivity; product life cycle; technical innovation; and diversity, equity and inclusion.

“The L-Prize inspires our industry to innovate sustainable lighting technologies that can unlock benefits beyond simple illumination. It began with the first competition in 2011, in which we delivered a breakthrough in energy efficiency with an LED replacement for a 60-watt light bulb,” said Olivia Qiu, Chief Innovation Officer, Signify. “Now, we’ve achieved deeper energy savings, while incorporating circular design principles, data-driven intelligence, superior light quality and flexibility for all stakeholders, from building owners to electrical contractors to occupants. We are excited to continue developing these prototypes and bringing these transformative concepts to market.”

Now, we’ve achieved deeper energy savings, while incorporating circular design principles, data-driven intelligence, superior light quality and flexibility for all stakeholders, from building owners to electrical contractors to occupants. We are excited to continue developing these prototypes and bringing these transformative concepts to market.”

Olivia Qiu
Chief Innovation Officer, Signify

An innovative, modular luminaire

Signify's Generation Flex luminaire prototype combines cutting-edge materials and adaptable 3D printing concepts with ground-breaking energy efficiency and optics that deliver flexibility, reduced energy consumption and an exceptional quality of light. It features a new LED with superior lighting performance, developed in partnership with Samsung Electronics, that together with Signify’s high-efficiency D4i LED driver and state-of-the-art optics enable an efficacy of 196 lm/W while maintaining a supreme quality of light.

Built around a housing-agnostic general lighting module, the luminaire supports a variety of form factors for both new construction and renovation projects. The prototype represents a step forward in energy efficiency, consuming 29% less energy1 as well as a 50% reduction in embodied carbon2 than the best-in-class commercially available equivalent3. Following circular design principles, its cups and electronics can be printed, and its reversible, click and clamp assembly allows for on-demand delivery and repair.

The next generation of Interact

The Interact Next Gen connected lighting prototype is a simple, scalable wireless solution that provides businesses with all the tools and intelligence they need to go beyond basic energy-savings tactics, interface with existing building systems, reduce operational expenses and improve occupant experience within a single platform. It features an all-in-one luminaire-level sensor that measures daylight, occupancy, temperature, humidity and sound to help optimize operational costs and employee comfort.

Role-based apps give different types of users the specific tools they need. Facility managers can view occupancy maps, set space utilization targets and improve workspace efficiency. Employees can find and book available workspaces as well as adjust light levels and temperature. Lastly, installers can remotely configure sites using the map-based user interface for quick and easy commissioning.

“Investing in next-generation lighting solutions helps tackle the climate crisis, boosting American supply chains and manufacturing of these technologies, and creating good-paying jobs,” said Mandy Mahoney, Director of the Building Technologies Office at DOE. “The winning prototypes represent ground-breaking innovation, not only in energy efficiency, data-driven connectivity, and environmental sustainability, but also prioritizing communities that get overlooked when we roll out new prototypes. These innovators are leading the way.”

¹ Reference to the best-in-class CRI90 2’x2’ troffer listed in the DLC QPL as of March 30, 2023, which has an efficacy of 143 lm/W.

² The Global Warming Potential (GWP) of the Generation Flex luminaire “make” phase is 19% lower than the mean of a benchmark analysis of six US high volume troffer-style luminaires from Signify (Day-Brite's FluxGrid, Evo Grid, and FormFlex, and Cooper’s Metalux 22CZ2, 22CGT and 22FP). For real impact comparison, Signify normalized the GWP related to the embodied carbon with the functional unit as proposed and defined by PEP-Eco passport, being 1,000 lumen at 35 khr useful life using the L70 values for the lifetime normalization. Extremely long L70 values were capped at 100 kHrs. The combination of material choice, lumen output and lifetime resulted in a 50% reduction in the normalized GWP when comparing the Generation Flex luminaire with the mean of the US benchmark.

³ When compared to the average CRI90 2’x2’ troffer listed in DLC’s QPL as of March 30, 2023, which has an efficacy 143 lm/W.


About the L-Prize

The U.S. Department of Energy’s Building Technologies Office established the L-prize competition to spur development of next-generation LED lighting systems. Launched in 2021, the new L-Prize is primed to unlock the full potential of LED technology—to combine high luminaire efficacy with exceptional lighting quality, data-driven control and functionality, and sustainable design and construction for the future of illumination in commercial buildings. In addition to these technical innovations, the L-Prize also prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion in how luminaires or lighting systems can benefit communities that have been historically disadvantaged. The competition is structured in three asynchronous phases: Concept, Prototype and Manufacturing and Installation. Entrants for the Prototype Phase were encouraged to emphasize technological innovation and to think outside the standard forms, materials, and price points of commercially available products.

Essential is a family of 3D printed lighting products that offer you unparalleled functionality and customization matching every style. With a wide range of color and textures, it seamlessly blends into any decor, while providing functional lighting that meets office lighting requirements.

The Essential can be connected to other systems to create a smart office lighting solution with integrated sensors to avoid a ‘sensor acne’ in your beautifully designed ceilings.

The Essential is available in 3 sizes and can be mounted in 3 different ways, the Essential provides you with numerous design options to meet your needs.

And, it's made from recycled materials, 3D printed carbon neutral, making it a conscious choice for those looking to contribute to a circular economy.

Choose this lighting solution without compromising on style, performance, functionality, or sustainability.

Remarkable design:

• Different textures and colors to meet every style
• Easy to install: less weight compared to conventional products and easy interfaces
• Complete solution for false ceilings, concrete ceilings,
• different ceiling heights
• Reduce clutter of external sensors and reduce installation time

Sustainably printed:

• Made from bio circular material
• Build in a ISCC Plus Certified print hub (Turnhout)
• Replaceable components
• Easy to disassembly at the end of life

Eindhoven, the Netherlands – Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, today announced the opening of its biggest LED lighting manufacturing site in the world in Jiujiang, Jiangxi Province, China. The new factory of Signify's joint venture company Zhejiang Klite Lighting Holdings Co., Ltd (“Klite”) will manufacture high-quality branded LED lighting products, including for the Philips brand, for China and the global market.

Fully operational by the end of this year with 192 production lines, the 200,000-square meter facility will utilize world-class manufacturing technology, advanced process control, and intelligent logistics to produce LED lighting sources and luminaires for both professional and consumer markets.

"This new factory is an important addition to our global production capacity, supporting Signify’s growth in China and across the world."

— Eric Rondolat, CEO of Signify

“Further growth in China is a key component of our global business strategy. This new factory is an important addition to our global production capacity, supporting Signify’s growth in China and across the world. Fully in line with our growth vision, the plant illustrates our long-term commitment to China, and enhances our manufacturing and innovation presence in this important market to support China’s sustainability goals,” said Eric Rondolat, CEO of Signify.

“Opening this state-of-the-art facility not only strengthens our in-house manufacturing capability for LED lighting products, but it also helps us drive even greater speed, efficiency and innovation so we can better prepare for the growth in the global LED lighting market,” said Rowena Lee, Division Leader Digital Products at Signify.

“The new factory will be our largest manufacturing site for LED lamps and luminaires in China and worldwide,” said Yanwei Shen, CEO of Klite. “Jiangxi Province is at the hub of China’s Midwest region with advantages in transportation and labor resources, making it a great location to build a manufacturing base of LED lighting.”

With sustainability at the top of the Signify agenda, energy efficiency measures, manufacturing automation and intelligent logistics technologies are employed in the new facility to achieve its sustainability and smart factory goals.

In 2019, Signify acquired a 51% stake in Klite, a leading manufacturer of high-quality, cost-efficient LED sources and luminaires for a global customer base. In China, Signify also manufactures products at its nine facilities in multiple locations, in addition to this new facility. These in-house production capabilities, as well as Signify's strategic partnerships with contract manufacturers, form an efficient hybrid supply chain strategy that enables high market responsiveness, accelerates product innovation, and supports Signify’s growth in China and other global markets.

Signify has been awarded a host of international design awards this year across consumer and professional products and services. At the @if Awards 2023, we were honored with two user interface awards plus six product design awards. And we received no less than eight @red dot design awards for our product innovation and product design.

Top innovations included our 3D-printed luminaires to support a circular economy, and Philips Hue Perifo, a modular smart track lighting system that gives consumers extra control over the way they illuminate their space.

Eindhoven, the Netherlands – Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, will receive eight prestigious awards for product design at the Red Dot Design Awards 2023 in Essen, Germany today. Among the winning products are the Philips MyCreation Coastal breeze, a 3D-printed lamp made from recovered fishing nets that won the award for ‘Innovative Product’, and Philips Hue’s Perifo, a new smart tracking system.

"These awards are a recognition of our relentless drive to bring customers the best possible experience, through unique, sustainable product design. We’re very proud of our teams who continue to deliver forward-thinking innovations to the world stage.”

Ton Borsboom
Head of Design at Signify

Winning Signify products at the Red Dot Design Awards 2023

Red Dot Innovative Product
Philips MyCreation Coastal breeze

Red Dot Product Design
Philips MyCreation Voila Open Weave Texture
Philips Hue Play Gradient Lightstrip for PC
Philips Hue Perifo
Philips Hue Tap dial switch
Philips StoreFlow
Philips UniFlood C Pro
Philips Deep Recessed Spot Family

Winning Signify products at iF Design Awards 2023:

iF User Interface
Interact Pro
Signify Service Tag

iF Product Design
Philips StoreFlow
Philips MyCreation Lantyn
Philips MyCreation Coastal breeze
Philips Elegant pendant series
Philips Hue Tap dial switch
Philips Hue Perifo

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Smart Factory Expo will be at Manufacturing & Engineering Week, an event that celebrates the best of UK manufacturing and engineering excellence and innovation!

Come and find us at the event on the 7th and 8th June at the NEC, Birmingham to learn how the latest in connected lighting technologies and innovations can help any manufacturing organisation transition to a more #sustainable, energy efficient, and connected future.

From connected lighting that helps create more productive working environment, to circular offerings like 3D-printed lights, to exploring different approaches to choosing the right lighting for your facility – after all you should no longer have to choose between saving costs and saving the planet!

See you at stand K90!

Lumec RoadFocus Plus Security - your heavy-duty lighting solution! RoadFocus Plus Security Light is a hard-working, die-cast utility light that is built to last.

RoadFocus Plus Security Light is your most reliable and affordable solution for rural roads and trails, farm yards, industrial parks and countless other general lighting applications. These areas require dependable, high quality lighting that is IP66 rated, easy to install and maintain. Lumec brings you a hard-working, die-cast utility light that is built to last. Available with multiple optical distributions, RoadFocus Plus Security is dark sky compliant with zero uplight.

This new product innovation is IP66 rated and easy to install and maintain, making it a reliable and affordable solution for rural roads and trails, farmyards, industrial parks, and more. Available with multiple optical distributions, RoadFocus Plus Security has dark sky-compliant configurations with zero uplight.

Benefits

• Ideal solution for retrofit projects or new installations
• Industry leading efficacy to reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions
• Reliable and built to last at an affordable price
• Zero Uplight when used without a refractor
• Additional D4i, DALI, and Sensor Ready drivers available for Connected Lighting applications
• Available with a prismatic lens option for a more traditional look and to spread light evenly and help to control brightness

RoadFocus Plus LED Security Light (RPRS) - Cobra heads | Lumec - Signify

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For the third year running, Signify achieves top of the Guidehouse Insights Leaderboard for smart street lighting vendors.

We’re delighted to announce that we have been rated number one for the third consecutive year on the 2023 Guidehouse Insights Leaderboard in the smart streetlighting vendor category. We’re proud of this achievement as we consistently strive to provide the industry’s best end-to-end smart lighting services, from planning to implementation to maintenance. It is a testament to the excellent work our teams are doing all over the world, and it means a great deal to us to retain our position as industry leaders within this competitive landscape.

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Guidehouse Insights’ top smart street lighting vendor | Signify

For the third year running, Guidehouse Insights has named Signify as the top smart street lighting vendors, ahead of 16 industry competitors.

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Good for the planet and wallets: Signify introduces Philips Ultra Efficient LED bulbs, delivering 3x the lifetime usage with 40% less energy when compared to standard bulbs

• New Philips Ultra Efficient LED bulbs consume 40% less energy compared to standard Philips LED bulbs.
• Delivering up to 50,000 hours of light, the Philips Ultra Efficient bulb promotes lower energy bills, with an estimated energy cost of only $0.55 - $1.03 per year.
• Philips Ultra Efficient LED A19, A21, and BR30 bulbs are now available exclusively at Walmart.

The new Philips Ultra Efficient LED bulbs deliver up to 50,000 hours of light, more than 3x the lifetime usage as compared to standard Philips LED bulbs. Using advanced LED design and optics technology, the Philips Ultra Efficient bulb can help consumers save 40% in energy, with an estimated energy cost of only $0.55 - $1.03 each year. Available in 60W A19, 100 W A21 and 65W BR30 formats, the Ultra Efficient bulbs are now available exclusively at Walmart.

Available in soft white 3000K and in daylight 5000K, Philips Ultra Efficient LED bulbs are the brand’s most energy-efficient bulbs yet, complete with Philips EyeComfort design. With an average lifetime of 50 years, the Ultra Efficient bulb promotes lower energy bills, reduced carbon emissions, and a more sustainable footprint for the planet.

"Our passion for a better and more sustainable world pushed us to further innovate and increase the energy efficiency of our LED lighting. With this technological breakthrough, we created our most energy-efficient lamp in this shape yet, while maintaining the same high quality of LED lighting that our customers are used to. We will continue to provide consumers the best quality of LED lighting, while we relentlessly work on further product improvements to contribute to a better world."—Michael Rombouts, Business Leader LED Lamps and Luminaires at Signify

For more information about the new Philips Ultra Efficient LED bulbs, please visit www.philips.com/ultraefficient.

Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting unveils a new range of Philips Hue smart lighting products that offer even more flexibility, control, and design options for the home. New product launches include two exciting firsts for Philips Hue — the first fully customizable track lighting with its own range of lights, and the first portable, rechargeable lamp designed for indoor and outdoor use. A new smart switch in sleek black or white brings intuitive dimming for the first time by turning the switch’s dial. It also includes the ability to set scenes and assign rooms with each of its four buttons. With daily wellbeing in mind, a new Wake up automation in the Philips Hue app brings a personalized and natural Sunrise effect to the bedroom. The automation is designed to give users the sensation of waking up outdoors under a vast morning sky. It’s complemented by a new gradient lamp designed for the bedside.

Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, has completed the acquisition of Fluence from ams OSRAM (SIX:AMS). The transaction strengthens our global Agriculture lighting growth platform and extends our position in the attractive North American horticultural lighting market.

David Cohen, CEO of Fluence, said: “We are thrilled to officially become part of the world leader in lighting. Together, our businesses will be able to deliver the world’s most advanced horticulture technology to cultivators on a global scale.”

Fluence will operate with a separate go-to-market as an integrated business unit within Signify’s agricultural lighting business in the Digital Solutions Division.

The acquisition is fully in line with Signify's strategy to expand in attractive growth segments and our commitment to improving food availability by providing growers with horticultural lighting that helps them to reduce resource consumption and increase yields.