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FREMONT, CA, February 15, 2018 — The Sapphire Awards Gala Dinner, held on the night of February 14, 2018, celebrated the most innovative companies in the solid-state lighting (SSL) industry by naming the fourth annual LEDs Magazine Sapphire Award winners. The event, held in conjunction with Strategies in Light, The LED Show, and Lightspace California in Anaheim, CA, aboard the RMS Queen Mary honored the enabling technologies and elegance-of-design in finished lighting products in the industry. Bridgelux was thrilled to receive a Sapphire Award in the Packaged LEDs and OLEDs category for the Vesta® Series Dim-To-Warm array products.

“With LEDs sources the story was long about energy efficiency, but when history is written it will be about photometrics and form factor. LEDs enable all new experiences in light,” said Maury Wright, Editor-in-Chief of LEDs Magazine. “Our Sapphire Awards winners exemplify that eventuality with innovation that is simply amazing relative to products from one year ago.”

Bridgelux Vesta Series Dim-To-Warm Arrays are part of the Vesta Series product family, a comprehensive line of tunable white and dim-to-warm LED products that enable fixture manufacturers to build adaptable lighting solutions into their installations. 

Vesta Series Dim-To-Warm Arrays deliver dynamic light in a cost-effective, solid state lighting package allowing designers and fixture manufacturers to simulate the familiar glow and dimming of incandescent lamps.   Ideal for retail or museum applications, and other applications such as hospitality where simple dynamic lighting is needed for an optimal experience without the burden of complicated and cost-prohibitive lighting systems, Vesta Series Dim-To-Warm Array products are perfect drop-in replacements to achieve the appropriate ambient light.  

“We are truly honored to be recognized for our Vesta Series Dim-To-Warm product,” said Tim Lester, Bridgelux’s Chief Executive Officer.  “Dynamic, adaptable lighting is the future of how light will be personalized and experienced.”

88 companies working across the LED and solid-state lighting sectors nominated over 100 products to be considered for the fourth annual Sapphire Awards, along with outstanding individuals or teams for the prestigious Illumineer of the Year award. Sapphire Awards judges ultimately considered products across 20 technology categories that covered the spectrum of lighting applications. During the Gala, the best of the best took home the Sapphire trophies after the late-night celebration.

Learn more at ledsmagazine.com/sapphireawards

For additional questions, contact pr@bridgelux.com

About Bridgelux

Bridgelux is a leading developer and manufacturer of lighting technologies and solutions that invites companies, industries and people to experience the power, possibility and financial potential of LED lighting. Headquartered in Fremont, California, Bridgelux has 80 employees with global sales and services within international markets. Born of world-class engineering and informed by human intuition, the company's LED arrays and chips replace traditional lighting technologies with integrated, solid-state lighting solutions that make it possible for its customers to provide high performance, human-centric influenced light for the commercial, industrial and outdoor markets. For more information about the company, please visit www.bridgelux.com.

About LEDs Magazine

LEDs Magazine is the leading information resource for the global LED and lighting community, serving thousands of readers that specify, design, and manufacture LED-based products for a wide range of end-use applications. Its key value proposition is to offer well-written, unbiased, and informative editorial content to more than 63,000 subscribers. LEDs Magazine provides news and product information on a daily basis in combination with in-depth technical articles, analysis, and case studies. For additional information about LEDs Magazine, visit www.ledsmagazine.com

About the PennWell LED & Lighting Network

The PennWell LED & Lighting Network serves the global lighting industry with a comprehensive series of publications, events and research capabilities covering every aspect of lighting. From the manufacturer to the end user, the PennWell LED & Lighting Network’s mission is to bridge the spectrum of light with the highest level of excellence in editorial, technical content and business development opportunities, providing 360-degree views of the global market. United together, the PennWell LED & Lighting Network’s resources drive innovation and inspire solutions in LEDs and lighting by connecting the technology with the applications of the future. For additional information about LEDs Magazine, visit www.ledsmagazine.com.

 

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Bridgelux files a lawsuit that counters EVERLIGHT’s recent claims

FREMONT, California, August 1, 2017 –Bridgelux, a leading developer and manufacturer of light emitting diode (LED) lighting technologies, yesterday filed a counter claim against EVERLIGHT in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California seeking past and current damages, and an injunction preventing further sale of certain products in the United States.  Bridgelux asserts that many EVERLIGHT products including EVERLIGHT’s 2835 and chip-on-board (COB) product lines infringe on Bridgelux United States Patent numbers 6,869,812, 8,567,988, 8,256,929 and 8,092,051.

Bridgelux has invested heavily in research and product development of fundamental LED technologies, which are the intellectual property of Bridgelux and protected through their patent portfolio.  Among these technologies are light extraction processes, thermal management, and packaging used throughout the solid state lighting industry across die, surface mount, array and modular systems.  “Bridgelux is not an imitator.  We develop our own technology, and are therefore confident in the strength of our claims, the quality of our intellectual property, and the ability of the U.S. judicial system to reach the appropriate outcome,” said Tim Lester, Chief Executive Officer at Bridgelux. 

For over a decade, Bridgelux has built high quality, high performing and reliable solid state LED lighting solutions ideal for a range of indoor and outdoor lighting applications.  Products are developed with careful consideration of global customer needs and industry trends, and follow many industry standards such as the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) binning guidelines.  With over 1,000 patents owned or licensed, Bridgelux prides itself on respecting the intellectual property process and the intellectual property of others, and will continue to staunchly defend itself.

Bridgelux has engaged Arent Fox LLP, a leading intellectual property firm, to represent them in this matter.

For additional questions, contact pr@bridgelux.com.

About Bridgelux

Bridgelux is a leading developer and manufacturer of lighting technologies and solutions that invites companies, industries and people to experience the power, possibility and financial potential of LED lighting. Headquartered in Fremont, California, Bridgelux has more than 75 employees with global sales and services within international markets. Born of world-class engineering and informed by human intuition, the company's LED arrays and chips replace traditional lighting technologies with integrated, solid-state lighting solutions that make it possible for its customers to provide high performance, human-centric influenced light for the commercial, industrial and outdoor markets. For more information about the company, please visit www.bridgelux.com.

Bridgelux and the Bridgelux stylized logo design are registered trademarks of Bridgelux, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Bridgelux expands global, e-commerce distribution reach

FREMONT, CA – JULY 10, 2017 – Bridgelux, Inc., a leader in solid-state lighting solutions, today announced a global agreement with Arrow Electronics for the distribution of L1 – L2 LED products, including COBs, emitters, and emitter on-board solutions.  The agreement unites two industry leaders dedicated to providing strategic product solutions for their customers.

For 15 years, Bridgelux has transformed the lighting industry by designing solutions to help companies, industries and people experience the power and possibility of light.  With the agility of a vertically integrated organization, Bridgelux offers the industry’s first 10-year LED light source warranty, ultra-high CRI array products, and a world-class application services team.

“We are excited to work with Arrow and are confident that this agreement will offer wide-ranging LED solutions for their customers,” said Aaron Merrill, Vice President of Product Marketing.  “As the LED industry evolves, and Bridgelux expands its product portfolio, we believe Arrow’s e-commerce and global distribution expertise will allow both companies to expand customer reach and grow in new markets.”

Arrow Electronics is a global provider of products, services and solutions to industrial and commercial users of electronic components and enterprise computing solutions. Arrow serves as a supply channel partner for more than 125,000 original equipment manufacturers, contract manufacturers and commercial customers through a global network of more than 465 locations serving over 90 countries. 

Bridgelux Vero® Series, Vero® SE Series, V Series™, and H Series™ LED COB arrays, EB Series™, and IR Emitters are now available on the Arrow Electronics website: https://www.arrow.com/en/manufacturers/bridgelux

About Bridgelux

Bridgelux is a leading developer and manufacturer of lighting technologies and solutions that invites companies, industries and people to experience the power, possibility and financial potential of LED lighting. Headquartered in Fremont, California, Bridgelux has more than 80 employees with global sales and services within international markets. Born of world-class engineering and informed by human intuition, the company's LED arrays and chips replace traditional lighting technologies with integrated, solid-state lighting solutions that make it possible for its customers to provide high performance, human-centric influenced light for the commercial, industrial and outdoor markets. For more information about the company, please visit www.bridgelux.com.

Bridgelux, Vero, and the Bridgelux stylized logo design are registered trademarks of Bridgelux, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Bridgelux issues a statement regarding Everlight lawsuit filed on June 10, 2017 against Bridgelux

FREMONT, Calif., June 14, 2017 - Bridgelux 2835 surface mount device (SMD) products incorporate cutting-edge technology to deliver unsurpassed performance at competitive prices.  Bridgelux's technology results from years of advanced research and development, and is protected by Bridgelux's intellectual property, which currently includes a patent portfolio of more than 300 worldwide patents that extend across the expanse of light emitting diode (LED) technologies, from chips to luminaire solutions. 

On June 10, 2017, Everlight Electronics Co., Ltd. filed a lawsuit against Bridgelux in the United States District Court (Northern District of California- San Francisco Division).  The lawsuit alleges that the Bridgelux 2835 packaged LEDs infringe U.S. Patent 6,335,548 and 7,253,448.  The scope of the lawsuit is limited only to such products in the United States and does not cover any jurisdictions outside of the United States.  

Bridgelux believes that Everlight’s infringement claims are entirely without merit and intends to vigorously defend itself against these claims.  "As history demonstrates, Bridgelux respects the intellectual property rights of others and will not be intimidated by the misuse of litigation from those seeking an unfair advantage or seeking to limit the advantage Bridgelux has earned from our technology investments," said Tim Lester, CEO of Bridgelux.

Bridgelux believes this lawsuit is the result of the success of the Bridgelux 2835 SMD products in the market and Everlight’s inability to compete with a competitive offering.   Because Bridgelux’s patent portfolio covers many core LED technologies, Bridgelux intends to employ its own patent portfolio to protect its rights. 

For additional questions, contact pr@bridgelux.com.

About Bridgelux

Bridgelux is a leading developer and manufacturer of lighting technologies and solutions that invites companies, industries and people to experience the power, possibility and financial potential of LED lighting. Headquartered in Fremont, California, Bridgelux employs 80 employees with global sales and services within international markets. Born of world-class engineering and informed by human intuition, the company's LED arrays and chips replace traditional lighting technologies with integrated, solid-state lighting solutions that make it possible for its customers to provide high performance, human-centric influenced light for the commercial, industrial and outdoor markets. For more information about the company, please visit www.bridgelux.com.

Bridgelux and the Bridgelux stylized logo design are registered trademarks of Bridgelux, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Bridgelux expands its product portfolio to include the Vesta™ Series platform, a solution for tunable white and dim-to-warm technologies.

FREMONT, Calif., May 09, 2017  - Bridgelux, a leading developer and manufacturer of LED lighting technologies, is introducing its Vesta Series platform of tunable white and dim-to-warm products during LIGHTFAIR International this week.  Designed for retail, hospitality and healthcare applications, Vesta Series is ideal for fixture manufacturers embracing the latest tunable technology and designers building adaptable lighting solutions into their installations.

Among the tunable white products are Vesta™ Series Tunable White Arrays available in nine millimeter (mm) and 13 mm form factors, and Vesta™ Series Tunable White Linear options available in a variety of standard and custom sizes.

Using chip scale package (CSP) technology to optimize color mixing, Bridgelux Vesta Series Tunable White Array products exhibit increased lumen density, are reliable at elevated currents and have superior uniformity for narrow beam angle applications. With the current trend of miniaturization, customers will find the compact system design ideal for fixtures requiring smaller optics.

Vesta Series Tunable White Linear products leverage Bridgelux surface mount (SMD) technology to offer customers a cost effective way to work with an easily configurable light source area.  With both tunable white solutions, customers can control dimming and color temperature separately.

Mimicking a traditional incandescent glow, Vesta™ Series Dim-To-Warm Arrays are available in a nine mm form factor with both six and 12 Watt (W) options, and a 15 mm form factor with 33W.   Customers will find a unique and robust substrate in this product for higher thermal conductivity and efficacy than many basic ceramic substrates, also ideal for smaller fixtures.

“We are very excited to launch Vesta Series, which is the only product platform in the industry to offer such a breadth of tunable products within one family,” said Brian Cumpston, Vice President of Product Development.  “Customers now have proven options to meet their tunable needs provided by a single supplier.”

Vesta Series Tunable White Array, Vesta Series Tunable White Linear, and the Vesta Series Dim-To-Warm Array are now available for sampling, and will be available for ordering this summer.

About Bridgelux

Bridgelux is a leading developer and manufacturer of lighting technologies and solutions that invites companies, industries and people to experience the power, possibility and financial potential of LED lighting. Headquartered in Fremont, California, Bridgelux employs more than 80 employees with global sales and services within international markets. Born of world-class engineering and informed by human intuition, the company's LED arrays and chips replace traditional lighting technologies with integrated, solid-state lighting solutions that make it possible for its customers to provide high performance, human-centric influenced light for the commercial, industrial and outdoor markets. For more information about the company, please visit www.bridgelux.com.

Bridgelux and the Bridgelux stylized logo design are registered trademarks of Bridgelux, Inc, and Vesta Series is a trademark of Bridgelux, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Rome’s Luneur Park reopens its doors after eight years with new rides, new vigor, and new lighting, while retaining its historic charm.

LIVERMORE, CA – NOVEMBER 29, 2016 -- Bridgelux, Inc., a leading provider of high-performance, solid-state LED arrays, announced the selection of Bridgelux Vero® Series and V Series™ LED arrays in over 1,000 fixtures throughout the historic amusement park. The park has been a country landmark since 1953, but closed briefly in 2008 when it fell on hard times. Many anticipated the reopening of the park and the updated attractions. New lighting fixtures by ILM Lighting provides a bright, child friendly atmosphere meant to inspire, entertain and safeguard visitors of all ages while saving energy costs for the park

“How lighting makes you feel is a critical element to any environment, but especially one that is designed to evoke excitement and nostalgia,” stated Aaron Merrill, VP Product Marketing at Bridgelux. “Being featured in such a historic park in Italy is very exciting for us. It is exciting to see that what we create is helping our customers experience the power and possibility of light.”

In close collaboration with designers from Fabertechnica Lighting, ILM Lighting installed fixtures throughout the entire 17 acre park that stimulate the imagination of every guest by illuminating building structures and lighting walkways.  Federico Ognibene, CEO and chief designer of ILM Lighting, is proud to be part of the transformation, “As children, we all had fun at Luneur, and now we’ve contributed to the reopening of a landmark in the city of Rome. We are extremely proud.”

Marco Frascarolo, Scientific Coordinator and Lighting Designer at Fabertechnica, feels similar, “Happy to have worked together with my team to give light to this place that was a place of my dreams when I was young.”

About Bridgelux

Bridgelux is a leading developer and manufacturer of lighting technologies and solutions that invites companies, industries and people to experience the power, possibility and financial potential of LED lighting. Headquartered in Livermore, California, Bridgelux employs more than 90 employees with global sales and services within international markets. Born of world-class engineering and informed by human intuition, the company's LED arrays and chips replace traditional lighting technologies with integrated, solid-state lighting solutions that make it possible for its customers to provide high performance, human-centric influenced light for the commercial, industrial and outdoor markets. For more information about the company, please visit www.bridgelux.com.

Bridgelux, Vero, and the Bridgelux stylized logo design are registered trademarks of Bridgelux, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Vero® Series products include Vero SE arrays with poke-in connectivity enabled by BJB to streamline fixture assembly process

LIVERMORE, California, October 26, 2016 — Bridgelux, a leading developer and manufacturer of LED lighting technologies, announced availability of its Vero SE arrays with poke-in connectivity today. The advanced Vero SE array platform and holder system features the industry’s first LED array with poke-in wire connectivity, eliminating the need for a second connector or soldering.

Vero SE arrays leverage Bridgelux’s seventh generation COB technology to generate 155 lumens per watt, and are designed based on customer feedback to lower manufacturing costs and increase design flexibility. Vero SE arrays ship with the industry’s only ten-year warranty, optic alignment holes, and Zhaga compatibility.

“It is our standard practice at Bridgelux to offer differentiated LED products that genuinely help customers succeed with their business. We’ve developed a product that will save our customers time and money, and features the best color quality and consistency in the industry,” said Aaron Merrill, VP of Product Marketing.

Vero SE arrays are available in four LES configurations to fit a broad spectrum of indoor and outdoor applications from retail and hospitality, commercial, residential, architectural, medical, museum and entertainment.

About Bridgelux

Bridgelux is a leading developer and manufacturer of lighting technologies and solutions that invites companies, industries and people to experience the power, possibility and financial potential of LED lighting. Headquartered in Livermore, California, Bridgelux employs more than 90 employees with global sales and services within international markets. Born of world-class engineering and informed by human intuition, the company's LED arrays and chips replace traditional lighting technologies with integrated, solid-state lighting solutions that make it possible for its customers to provide high performance, human-centric influenced light for the commercial, industrial and outdoor markets. For more information about the company, please visit www.bridgelux.com.

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Bridgelux expands its product portfolio to include a new EB Series™ platform solution.

LIVERMORE, Calif., October 18, 2016 – Bridgelux, Inc., a leading developer and manufacturer of LED lighting technologies, is introducing its EB Series platform of surface mount devices (SMDs) mounted on linear printed circuit boards.

EB Series linear (modules) are available in standard lengths of one, two, and four feet, as well as custom size configurations.  They are Zhaga compliant, compatible with existing optics in the market, and are best for troffer and pendant applications.

“We are aggressively expanding our product portfolio with exciting and robust solutions including the new EB Series,” said Brian Cumpston, Vice President of Product Development.  “With EB Series, we leveraged our newly scaled operations and manufacturing capabilities to deliver a product with the same compelling performance and quality for which Bridgelux is known.”

EB Series platform incorporates Bridgelux IP protected technology that provides exceptional indoor lighting for workplace safety, job productivity, and personal well-being.  High quality LED lighting can boost productivity and well-being, create a welcoming environment for employees and customers, and reduce energy consumption and utility costs.

According to Strategies Unlimited, LED based commercial troffers are one of the fastest growing market segments with revenues projected to exceed $2B by 2019*.  “We’re very excited to add the new EB Series to our portfolio of products.  The office and commercial industries are transforming legacy lighting technology in their troffers to LED lighting, and we believe the EB Series platform will meet this demand with quality lighting for our customers worldwide,” says Aaron Merrill, Vice President of Product Marketing.

The first EB Series linear modules are now commercially available.

* Source: “Worldwide Market for LED Modules, Market Review and Forecast 2014” from Strategies Unlimited

About Bridgelux

Bridgelux is a leading developer and manufacturer of lighting technologies and solutions that invites companies, industries and people to experience the power, possibility and financial potential of LED lighting. Headquartered in Livermore, California, Bridgelux employs more than 90 employees with global sales and services within international markets. Born of world-class engineering and informed by human intuition, the company's LED arrays and chips replace traditional lighting technologies with integrated, solid-state lighting solutions that make it possible for its customers to provide high performance, human-centric influenced light for the commercial, industrial and outdoor markets. For more information about the company, please visit www.bridgelux.com.

Bridgelux and the Bridgelux stylized logo design are registered trademarks of Bridgelux, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Livermore, California — August 2, 2016 – Bridgelux, a leading developer and manufacturer of solid-state lighting (SSL) technologies and solutions, today announced, Tim Lester, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Lester’s appointment comes after the completion of the sale of Bridgelux to an investment group led by the China Electronics Company (CEC) and ChongQing Linkong Development Investment Company. Bridgelux will operate as a standalone company, continuing its legacy of innovation, customer design and application orientation, and quality.

Mr. Lester joined Bridgelux in 2010 and has served as CFO/COO. He brings more than 25 years of experience, including leadership positions with several semiconductor and LED industry players. His guidance and expertise as an industry veteran has helped Bridgelux achieve its position as best in industry for product performance, quality and customer service.  “It is a privilege to work with my colleagues to advance the proud legacy of the Bridgelux brand, as we embrace and take advantage of all the opportunities our partnership with CEC creates for Bridgelux and our customers,” stated Mr. Lester.   

Along with the new leadership, Bridgelux has completed the spin-off of its smart lighting initiative, which is now doing business as Xenio Corporation out of San Francisco, California.

About Bridgelux

Bridgelux is a leading developer and manufacturer of solid-state lighting technologies and solutions that invites companies, industries and people to experience the power, possibility and financial potential of LED lighting. Headquartered in Livermore, California, Bridgelux employs more than 130 employees with global sales and services within international markets. Born of world-class engineering and informed by human intuition, the company's LED arrays and chips replace traditional lighting technologies with integrated, solid-state lighting solutions that make it possible for its customers to provide high performance, human-centric influenced light for the commercial, industrial and outdoor markets. For more information about the company, please visit www.bridgelux.com.

Bridgelux and the Bridgelux stylized logo design are registered trademarks of Bridgelux Inc. Xenio is a registered trademark of Xenio Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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Bridgelux expands its next generation Vero® Series products to include Vero SE with poke-in connectivity enabled by BJB

LIVERMORE, California, April 26, 2016 — Bridgelux, a leading developer and manufacturer of LED lighting technologies, will debut its new Vero SE with poke-in connectivity at this year’s LIGHTFAIR International in San Diego, CA.

The new co-development initiative between Bridgelux and BJB will integrate an advanced array platform and holder system enabling poke-in wire connectivity with the flagship Chip on Board (COB) array product family from Bridgelux.  The new Vero SE arrays are based on seventh generation technology, and will offer new improvements and innovation in ease of use, design flexibility and energy efficiency.

With poke-in connectivity, customers will benefit from simplified manufacturing and assembly processes.  Secondary connector and holder components will not be required, and the integration of arrays into fixtures will be more streamlined without the need for soldering. 

 “We are excited to partner with BJB, an industry leader known for quality holders and connectors, to provide luminaire manufacturers with highly differentiated and innovative LED products that solve real problems,” said Aaron Merrill, VP of Product Marketing.  “Bridgelux is focused on the development of high-quality, easy-to-use products that help our customers remain competitive in a fast-paced market.”

Like existing Vero Series products, Vero SE will be offered with the industry’s only ten-year limited warranty, will include the same optical alignment holes, and will remain Zhaga compatible.

Vero SE is targeted to ship in Fall 2016. For more information, visit Bridgelux in booth 1937, and visit BJB in booth 3243 at LIGHTFAIR International!

About Bridgelux, Inc.

Bridgelux is a leading developer and manufacturer of lighting technologies and solutions that invites companies, industries and people to experience the power, possibility and financial potential of LED lighting. Headquartered in Livermore, California, Bridgelux employs more than 140 employees with global sales and services within international markets. Born of world-class engineering and informed by human intuition, the company's LED arrays and chips replace traditional lighting technologies with integrated, solid-state lighting solutions that make it possible for its customers to provide high performance, human-centric influenced light for the commercial, industrial and outdoor markets. For more information about the company, please visit www.bridgelux.com.

Bridgelux, Vero, and the Bridgelux stylized logo design are registered trademarks of Bridgelux, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

About BJB

BJB is a world-renowned German manufacturer and lighting technology expert offering a comprehensive range of products & services: LED modules, COB holders, optical components, PCB fixing elements, SMD connectors, testing and automation solutions. BJB has been a leader in the lighting industry since 1867 and today pioneers innovative solutions for solid-state lighting technology.

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