McLED

Regulations

Nexxus Lighting Got Granted a Utility Patent on Selective Heat Sink™ Technology

Nexxus Lighting Inc. today announced that it has been awarded a U.S. utility patent (U.S. Patent Number 7,911,797) - "APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR THERMAL MANAGEMENT OF ELECTRICAL DEVICES", patenting the use of thermal pins (Selective Heat Sinks™ ) to dissipate heat away from components mounted on…

LED professional Editors

LED professional

Selective Heat Sink™ (SHS) is the primary technology that differentiates the Array brand of LED replacement lamps from all other LED light bulbs on the market, and is one of the core intellectual properties enabling Array lamps to achieve exceptional performance. Less power consumption and higher efficacy levels as well as long life reliability in a light weight plastic housing are the hallmarks of the Array design. SHS is the technology foundation that allows Array lamps to outperform conventional heat sinking methods used in other LED lamps.

For additional information on this technology please download the patent file.

With the issuance of this patent, Nexxus Lighting now holds 34 issued U.S. and foreign patents and has 28 U.S. and foreign patent applications pending relating to its Array Lighting and Lumificient product offerings.

Nexxus Lighting is committed to leading edge design and introducing LED products that set the standard in the industry in terms of performance and reliability.

Nexxus Lighting (http://www.nexxuslighting.com/) is a leading supplier of high performance, commercial grade, LED replacement light bulbs and LED strip lighting products sold under the Array™ Lighting and Lumificient brand names.

Download: US 7,911,797 B2 (PDF)

Did you like this article?

Share this article

You could also like this

Regulations

DALI Part 151 certification reaches products, targets surge protection for outdoor lighting

DALI Part 151 has moved from specification into certified products, giving manufacturers a defined framework for surge protection of DALI control devices exposed to induced electrical transients in outdoor lighting.

Regulations

UK now allows approved LED replacement bulbs in MOT tests

From 14 October 2026, MOT testers must accept ECE approved LED replacement (LEDr) bulbs fitted in compatible halogen headlamp units on class 3, 4, 5 and 7 vehicles. The change does not apply to class 1 and 2 motorcycles, halogen units converted for HID bulbs, or full LED headlamp unit replacements. Approved LEDr products must carry a permanent, secure approval sticker on the vehicle visible during the MOT. Testers need only check the presence and condition of this sticker and must fail the headlamp where the sticker is missing, unreadable, appears tampered with, or does not match the fitted bulb.

Regulations

IEC 60598-2-24:2026 published — updated requirements for limited-surface-temperature luminaires

The new edition of IEC 60598-2-24:2026 has been officially published. It specifies essential safety requirements for luminaires intended for use where combustible dust or flammable materials are present, necessitating strict control of enclosure surface temperatures to prevent fire or ignition. The revision aligns test methods and construction requirements with recent developments in industrial and specialist lighting and with the latest edition of the general standard CEI EN 60598-1:2024. Publication of the EN and subsequent CEI standard will follow as formal steps, after unanimous positive votes. ASSIL members can contact the Technical Area for clarification.

Regulations

The EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) Is Coming

Europe aims to become climate-neutral by 2050 under the European Green Deal. A key pillar of this initiative is the revised European Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), which all 27 EU Member States are required to implement beginning in 2026.

Luminuscree ledEdison optoTE connectivityLTF TechnologyLoreos

The latest Press Releases

Explore All

Stay current with our monthly Update from the lighting industry

LEDprofessional Newsletter

You will receive a confirmation e-mail. Unsubscribe anytime.