HomeLights and Bridgelux Partner to Deliver New Generation of LED Lighting to Consumers

Products to Be Sold Through One of World’s Largest Retail Chains

PARIS–(Marketwire – Jun 15, 2011) - Continuing to lead the market in addressing growing consumer demand for high-quality, energy-efficient LED lighting, HomeLights, a leading LED lighting company, has entered into a partnership with Bridgelux, a leading developer and manufacturer of LED lighting technologies and solutions, to introduce a new generation of LED products to be sold through one of the world’s largest retailers.

Designed and manufactured by U.S.-based Bridgelux, the industry-leading, high flux density LED Array technology was selected by HomeLights to enable their new series of energy efficient, environmentally-friendly spotlight luminaires and bulbs. The new products will deliver high quality uniform lighting, much more closely matched to the traditional halogen and incandescent sources they are designed to displace, while significantly reducing operating costs. In addition to the new products designed for this international retailer, HomeLights and Bridgelux are partnering on new and unique LED lighting solutions that will be sold directly by HomeLights in France, Germany, Italy, Spain and Benelux beginning in October of this year.

“Bridgelux designs innovative LED solutions and its brand is both well-known and well-regarded worldwide,” said HomeLights CEO Ludovic Rambert. “HomeLights will therefore benefit from its expertise and gain a real edge so that we can offer both competitiveness and high quality lighting to the consumer market. This partnership will continue to strengthen the position of HomeLights as the leading supplier of LED lighting in France and around the world. It will produce products that meet current consumer requirements for light quality and energy efficiency, while contributing to the market growth of sustainable technologies and green lighting.

“The lighting market is currently in transition as it develops new products to replace energy inefficient lamps to meet emerging environmental standards. Bridgelux technology integrated into HomeLights lamps and luminaires will meet this growing demand, providing the consumer market with leading-edge LED lighting products. In addition, HomeLights brings to our partnership an excellent and well-established reputation within the lighting market in France and Europe,” said Tom van den Bussche, EMEA marketing manager at Bridgelux.

About Bridgelux
Bridgelux is a leading developer and manufacturer of technologies and solutions transforming the $40 billion global lighting industry into a $100 billion market opportunity. Based in Livermore, California, Bridgelux is a pioneer in solid-state lighting (SSL), expanding the market for light-emitting diode (LED) technologies by driving down the cost of LED lighting systems. Bridgelux’s patented light source technology replaces traditional technologies (such as incandescent, halogen, fluorescent and high intensity discharge lighting) with integrated, solid-state lighting solutions that enable lamp and lighting manufacturers to provide high performance and energy-efficient white light for the rapidly growing interior and exterior lighting markets, including street lights, commercial lighting and consumer applications. With more than 500 patent applications filed or granted worldwide, Bridgelux is the only vertically integrated LED manufacturer and developer of solid-state light sources that designs its solutions specifically for the lighting industry. For more information about the company, please visit www.bridgelux.com.

About HomeLights
Created in 2008, HomeLights is one of the first market players in LED (Light-Emitting Diode) lighting sources, such as bulbs and lightspots, for home use and offers the largest product range to the consumer market. Located in France and in several countries in Europe, HomeLights has established an important Search and Development Center in Nantes and in Shanghai in order to offer ever more innovative and efficient opportunities to consumers, in compliance with the new European standards. HomeLights products are available in various large food and DIY stores in Europe.

For more information about HomeLights, please visit their web site www.homelights.biz.

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BRIDGELUX’S THIRD GENERATION LED ARRAY PORTFOLIO DELIVERS DRAMATIC ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND COST ADVANTAGES

Livermore, Calif., May 12, 2011 – Bridgelux Inc., a leading developer and manufacturer of LED lighting technologies and solutions, today launched the third generation of its advanced LED Arrays, including its industry-leading LS, ES, and award-winning RS product families.  This new product generation features the latest technical advancements in epitaxial GaN layer growth, LED chip design and packaging technologies, delivering an increase in efficacy of up to 20% and a reduction of up to 30% in the cost per lumen compared to previous product generations. These new Arrays offer greater system design flexibility to achieve Energy Star, Title 24, Part L and other global energy efficiency standards. Additionally these products are configured to align with industry standard drive currents to simplify the electronic driver selection process for new lamp and luminaire product development, enabling accelerated time to market.

The Bridgelux product portfolio includes light output performance ranging from 240 to 10,000 lumens continuing the expansion of the industry’s broadest range of high performance lighting class LED light sources. The third generation of Bridgelux’s LS and ES star Arrays are available immediately. These energy efficient, high flux density sources enable new MR-16, GU-10 and A-19 lamp applications.  The small source size of the 800 to 1000 lumen ES Star Arrays enable precision beam control for directional luminaires and PAR lamps. The new generation of Bridgelux’s ES rectangle and RS Arrays will begin shipping in Q3, 2011. 

As with the current product lines, these third generation arrays are available in a broad range of color temperatures ranging from 2700K to 5600K with 3 SDCM color control options to enable clean and consistent lighting installations.  Additionally multiple color rendering index (CRI) options are now available, providing increased design flexibility for lamp and luminaire manufacturers.  To enable customers to easily take advantage of these performance enhancements, these new LED arrays use the same form factor as previous generations, allowing for drop in replacements and a simple upgrade path while minimizing design efforts.

“Our commitment to technological innovation has enabled Bridgelux to continue to deliver increasing efficacy while driving down the cost of LED lighting, said Jason Posselt, vice president of Global Marketing. “Since our first LED Array introduction in 2009, the company has increased efficacy by over 80% and reduced the cost of light by over 50%. Bridgelux is the light source provider of choice for our customers because we continue to address their needs for reduced design complexity, lower cost, and high quality lighting.  We remain confident that this is the right approach to drive rapid market adoption of solid state lighting (SSL).”

About Bridgelux

Bridgelux is a leading developer and manufacturer of technologies and solutions transforming the $40 billion global lighting industry into a $100 billion market opportunity.  Based in Livermore, California, Bridgelux is a pioneer in solid-state lighting (SSL), expanding the market for light-emitting diode (LED) technologies by driving down the cost of LED lighting systems.  Bridgelux’s patented light source technology replaces traditional technologies (such as incandescent, halogen, fluorescent and high intensity discharge lighting) with integrated, solid-state lighting solutions that enable lamp and luminaire manufacturers to provide high performance and energy-efficient white light for the rapidly growing interior and exterior lighting markets, including street lights, commercial lighting and consumer applications.  With more than 500 patent applications filed or granted worldwide, Bridgelux is the only vertically integrated LED manufacturer and developer of solid-state light sources that designs its solutions specifically for the lighting industry.  For more information about the company, please visit www.bridgelux.com

Molex and Bridgelux Launch Next Generation of Award-Winning Helieon^® Light Module

New Helieon 120V AC Sustainable Light Module eliminates the need for external electronic components, delivering a high quality TRIAC dimmable solution to simplify the design process

LISLE, IL – May 5, 2011 – Molex Incorporated and Bridgelux today introduced the Helieon^® 120V AC Sustainable Light Module, a next generation modular solid-state lighting solution that connects directly to 120V AC line voltage input.  Eliminating the need for external drivers not only dramatically simplifies the design-in process, but also enables more efficient and consistent lighting performance.  The Helieon 120V AC module is TRIAC dimmable down to less than 5% and is compatible with a wide range of commercially available dimmers, enabling it to easily interface with many typical electrical installations.  In addition to adding the electronic driver functionality, the available product options for the Helieon 120V AC module will be expanded with the introduction of a 2000 operational lumen option and the addition of a 120 degree viewing angle option to complement the 24, 32 and 50 degree options available today.  The initial product launch will include 1200 and 2000 lumen performance options in 3000K CCT with 32 and 120 degree viewing angle options.  Additional color temperature and viewing angle options will be introduced in the coming months.

“The Helieon 120V AC solution fully integrates the electronics into the module, reducing the variability found from the various driver manufacturers and providing light fixture manufacturers with a simplified design that offers all the benefits and flexibility of its predecessor, the award-winning Helieon module,” said Mike Picini, vice president, solid-state lighting, Molex.  “Additionally, due to the integration of the driver and power conversion circuitry, the design is completely future proof as any future improvement in LED technology can be accounted for in the driver.”

In 2010, the Helieon Sustainable Light Module was awarded the prestigious LIGHTFAIR International (LFI) Most Innovative Product of the Year Award.  It is the first plug-and-play sustainable solid-state lighting system to integrate high-efficiency precision lighting with an easy-to-use socketed solution.  Combining solid-state lighting technology from Bridgelux and engage-and-turn interconnect technology from Molex, the Helieon Sustainable Light Module simplifies the process of designing, building, replacing and upgrading luminaires for many lighting applications.

“Our goal at Bridgelux is to continue reducing the complexity and cost of using LED technology for the general lighting market,” said Jason Posselt, Bridgelux vice president of marketing.  “The Helieon 120V AC module is another example of our commitment to developing the industry’s broadest range of high-performance, energy-efficient solid-state lighting solutions to meet the demands of our rapidly growing customer base.”

Molex and Bridgelux will showcase the Helieon 120V AC Sustainable Light Module, along with other SSL and LED solutions, at LIGHTFAIR International, May 17 to 19, Philadelphia, PA (Molex booth 2155 and Bridgelux booth 3311).  For more information please visit www.molex.com/link/helieon_slm.html

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About Molex Incorporated

Providing more than connectors, Molex delivers complete interconnect solutions for a number of markets including data communications, telecommunications, consumer electronics, industrial, automotive, medical, military, lighting and solar. Established in 1938, the company operates 39 manufacturing locations in 16 countries. The Molex website is www.molex.com. Follow us at www.twitter.com/molexconnectors, watch our videos at www.youtube.com/molexconnectors, connect with us at www.facebook.com/molexconnectors and read our blog at www.connector.com.

About Bridgelux

Bridgelux is a leading developer and manufacturer of technologies and solutions helping to transform the $40 billion global lighting industry into a $100 billion market opportunity.  Based in Livermore, California, Bridgelux is a pioneer in solid-state lighting (SSL), expanding the market for light-emitting diode (LED) technologies by driving down the cost of LED lighting systems.  Bridgelux’s patented light source technology replaces traditional technologies (such as incandescent, halogen, fluorescent and high intensity discharge lighting) with integrated, solid-state lighting solutions that enable lamp and luminaire manufacturers to provide high performance and energy-efficient white light for the rapidly growing interior and exterior lighting markets, including street lights, commercial lighting and consumer applications.  With more than 450 patent applications filed or granted worldwide, Bridgelux is the only vertically integrated LED manufacturer and developer of solid-state light sources that designs its solutions specifically for the lighting industry.  For more information about the company, please visit www.bridgelux.com.

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BRIDGELUX LED ARRAYS SELECTED BY LEDTOLITE TO ILLUMINATE DIOR BOOTH IN GALERIES LAFAYETTE

Innovative fixture design adds warmth and sparkle to fragrance display, delivers 5 times the energy efficiency of traditional lighting

Livermore, Calif., April 25, 2011 – Further strengthening its leadership position in the retail lighting market, Bridgelux Inc., a leading developer and manufacturer of LED lighting technologies and solutions, today announced that LEDTOLITE of France has selected Bridgelux’s LED Array light sources for its innovative double downlight design for the Dior Fragrance booth in the magnificent “Galeries Lafayette” in Paris, France.

“LEDTOLITE Lighting was asked by the Dior architects and lighting designers to help them bring their new fixture design vision to life,” said Damien Joyeux, project manager of LEDTOLITE. “We designed a unique luminaire to produce the incredible light quality and effects expected in this dazzling, magical place, concurrently delivering 5 times the energy efficiency of traditional lighting.”  Bridgelux’s LED Arrays deliver high quality light across the range of color temperatures we required in order to create the ideal combination of aesthetics and functionality. Further, use of the LED arrays greatly simplified our fixture design and shortened our product development cycle for this specialty luminaire.”

The Spotlight Zephyr delivers both warm and cool white light from the same fixture. The commercially available downlight integrates two aluminum sphere, adjustable spot lights, offering both 24 and 50 degree beam angles.  Uniquely, the downlight offers a warm white (3000K) spot and a cool white (5600K) spot allowing lighting designers to highlight the rich colors of their products while simultaneously adding sparkle to their displays.  Each spot delivers 1200 lumens and since the LED lighting produces no heat in the light beam the light may be installed at relatively low ceiling heights for impactful illumination without degrading products or discomforting customers.

“This product and the resulting installation are the outcome of a tremendously successful collaborative effort between Dior, LEDTOLITE, and Bridgelux, said “Markus Maile, vice president of European Sales for Bridgelux.  LEDTOLITE’s imaginative and elegant fixture design was developed on the basis of Bridgelux’s advanced technology, all ultimately reflecting Dior’s vision of how leading-edge LED technology can dramatically enhance the consumer retail shopping experience.”

About LEDTOLITE

LEDTOLITE, a pioneer in conception and manufacturing of LED fixtures, develops and produces an extensive range of innovative and reliable LED products for entertainment, indoor and outdoor architectural and general lighting. LEDTOLITE offers architects and builders concerned with installing environmentally-friendly energy-saving LED lighting, the benefit of years of experience in the use of this technology, and an impressive track record of successful completed projects in interior and exterior lighting.  For more information about the company, please visit www.ledtolite.com.

About Bridgelux

Bridgelux is a leading developer and manufacturer of technologies and solutions transforming the $40 billion global lighting industry into a $100 billion market opportunity.  Based in Livermore, California, Bridgelux is a pioneer in solid-state lighting (SSL), expanding the market for light-emitting diode (LED) technologies by driving down the cost of LED lighting systems.  Bridgelux’s patented light source technology replaces traditional technologies (such as incandescent, halogen, fluorescent and high intensity discharge lighting) with integrated, solid-state lighting solutions that enable lamp and luminaire manufacturers to provide high performance and energy-efficient white light for the rapidly growing interior and exterior lighting markets, including street lights, commercial lighting and consumer applications.  With more than 450 patent applications filed or granted worldwide, Bridgelux is the only vertically integrated LED manufacturer and developer of solid-state light sources that designs its solutions specifically for the lighting industry.  For more information about the company, please visit www.bridgelux.com.

BRIDGELUX DEMONSTRATES DRAMATIC ADVANCEMENTS IN GaN-ON-SILICON TECHNOLOGY FOR SOLID STATE LIGHTING

Demonstration Represents Industry’s First Commercial Grade Performance For Silicon-Based LED

Livermore, Calif., March 8, 2011- Bridgelux Inc., a leading developer and manufacturer of LED lighting technologies and solutions, announced today that it has achieved a major breakthrough with the demonstration of 135 Lumens per Watt GaN-on-Silicon based LED Technology. This represents the industry’s first commercial grade performance for a Silicon-based LED.

When grown at scale, most LED epitaxial wafers use sapphire or silicon carbide substrates as the starting material. But large diameter sapphire and silicon carbide substrates are costly, difficult to process, and not widely available.  As a result, production costs have inhibited the widespread adoption of LED lighting in homes and commercial buildings. But growing GaN on larger, low-cost silicon wafers that are compatible with modern semiconductor manufacturing can deliver a 75% improvement in cost over current approaches.

The 135 Lumen per Watt performance was achieved at a CCT of 4730K using a single 1.5mm power LED operated at 350mA.  These LEDs have extremely low operating voltages, requiring just 2.90V at 350mA and <3.25V at 1 Amp.  The low forward voltage and excellent thermal resistance of the devices make them ideally suited for high-performance, illumination-grade applications.  Optimization of the epitaxy process on 8-inch Si wafers will make LED manufacturing compatible with existing automated semiconductor lines.

The move to a Silicon substrate will be a revolutionary step for the LED industry, and Bridgelux is well- positioned to take full advantage of the introduction of this technology. Over the past 5 years, Dr. Steve Lester, one of the industry’s pioneers in LED Research and Development, has fostered a world-class team of Bridgelux materials scientists and chip design engineers dedicated to GaN-on-Silicon R&D.  Concurrently, industry-wide research and development of GaN growth on Silicon has increased rapidly.  And as a result, the GaN on Silicon performance levels reported by Bridgelux today are comparable to state-of-the-art sapphire-based LEDs available 12-24 months ago. The company anticipates the delivery of its first commercially available GaN-on-Silicon products over the course of the next two to three years.

Bridgelux, which maintains an asset-light operating model, will leverage its strong R&D and Intellectual Property position in LED epitaxy to jointly manufacture silicon based LEDs.  The company is currently in discussions with a number of established semiconductor companies regarding the utilization of the many fully depreciated 8-inch semiconductor fabrication operations available around the globe.

“Bridgelux’s achievement is a significant reflection of the strength of our leadership in Silicon materials and epitaxial process technology, said Bill Watkins, Bridgelux CEO. “The significantly reduced cost-structures enabled by Silicon-based LED technology will continue to deliver dramatic reductions in the up-front capital investment required for solid state lighting. In as little as two to three years, even the most price-sensitive markets, such as commercial and office lighting, residential applications, and retrofit lamps will seamlessly and rapidly convert to solid state lighting.”

About Bridgelux

Bridgelux is a leading developer and manufacturer of technologies and solutions helping to transform the $40 billion global lighting industry into a $100 billion market opportunity.  Based in Livermore, California, Bridgelux is a pioneer in solid-state lighting (SSL), expanding the market for light-emitting diode (LED) technologies by driving down the cost of LED lighting systems.  Bridgelux’s patented light source technology replaces traditional technologies (such as incandescent, halogen, fluorescent and high intensity discharge lighting) with integrated, solid-state lighting solutions that enable lamp and luminaire manufacturers to provide high performance and energy-efficient white light for the rapidly growing interior and exterior lighting markets, including street lights, commercial lighting and consumer applications.  With more than 400 patent applications filed or granted worldwide, Bridgelux is the only vertically integrated LED manufacturer and developer of solid-state light sources that designs its solutions specifically for the lighting industry.  For more information about the company, please visit www.bridgelux.com