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july 2018 Vol. 8, issue 7
MADE IN THE USA
SPECIAL SECTION
29 MADE IN THE USA
Welcome to our annual spotlight
on domestic manufacturers!
We asked companies nationwide to tell us what makes their businesses stand out.
52 THE AMERICAN ADVANTAGE Despite the higher price tag of
U.S.-made lighting xtures, these industry members nd taking the time to explain the backstory to consumers leads to increased sales.
58
features
18 REMEMBERING IRA PHILLIPS
Industry veterans share their memories of this lighting legend.
58 S VEGAS PREVIEW Gear up for fall selling with a
fresh assortment of lighting, accessories, and casual furniture.
64 BEAMING BULBS
From sea turtle-friendly lamps
to faux “ ickering” ames, here is a sampling of some the latest light source models on the market.
70 LEDS IN THE FINAL FRONTIER
Advancements in LED technology are not just breaking “ground” on earth. Cu ing-edge horticulture lighting developments are aiding space exploration.
2 enLIGHTenment Magazine | july 2018
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