Energy Focus Introduces Updated EnFocus™ Power Line Controlled (PLC) Dimmable and Color Tunable Commercial LED Lighting Solutions

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Energy Focus, Inc. (NASDAQ: EFOI) has unveiled its updated EnFocus™ Power Line Controlled LED lighting system, aimed at simplifying installation and reducing costs compared to traditional systems. EnFocus™ supports dimming and color tuning for various retrofit lamps, as well as future compatibility with LED flat panel and downlight fixtures. The system caters to sectors such as healthcare, education, and hospitality, and is praised for its user-friendly interface. With a commitment to innovation, Energy Focus continues to enhance its market presence in sustainable lighting solutions.

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• Introduced updated EnFocus™ LED lighting system that simplifies installation and reduces costs.
• System supports dimming and color tuning for retrofit lamps, enhancing user flexibility.
• Positive feedback from installations, highlighting user-friendly interface and lighting adaptability.

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EnFocus™ “Simple, Secure, Healthy Light” for Retrofit or New Construction Installations Over Existing Power Lines is Now Available

SOLON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Energy Focus, Inc. (NASDAQ: EFOI), a leader in sustainable, energy efficient LED lighting control systems and products for the commercial, military maritime and consumer markets introduces the updated EnFocus™ Power Line Controlled commercial LED lighting system that is simpler to install, commission and operate and less costly than other dimming and color tuning systems. EnFocus™ offers dimming, and color tuning control over retrofit lamps, including tubular LEDs, A19 and BR30 LED lamps with availability planned for LED flat panel and downlight fixtures. EnFocus™ delivers simple, safe, and reliable retrofit lighting across any industrial or commercial building over existing wire lines, making it a turnkey solution without the reliability and security concerns of wireless controls or the high costs of adding control wiring.

EnFocus’™ patented power line control capability, including dimming and color tuning, is now available in both 3 Amp and 8 Amp wall switches -- serving the broad needs of health care, elder care, education, and military sectors plus a host of other industrial and commercial applications including hospitality and retail.

Rick James, Director of Operations for The Bryce Jordan Center at Penn State University commented, “Bryce Jordan Center installed the EnFocus™ system in five spaces. Two of these spaces serve diverse clients with different needs in our meeting rooms. The ability to change the brightness and Kelvin color temperature output enables us to provide clients softer or brighter light to serve their needs. EnFocus™ allowed us a simple retrofit solution, with a user-friendly interface that was easily adopted by our guests and clients. This flexibility in our space lighting gives us an advantage that many other buildings do not have and presents a progressive edge to our clients.”

Greg Galluccio, Senior Vice President, Product Management and Engineering concluded, “With the introduction of the EnFocus™ update, Energy Focus builds upon its established reputation for LED lighting industry innovation and quality. Our updated line of EnFocus™ power line control products that enable hard wired, digital dimming and color tuning control over existing wirelines demonstrates our commitment to provide flexible and cost-effective lighting solutions to the commercial marketplace. By delivering ‘simple, secure, healthy light,’ we create a more robust business proposition for better lighting environments for our customers and their end users around the world.”

Additional Information and Order Inquiries for the EnFocus™ Power Line Controlled System can be found at https://energyfocus.com/products/.

About Energy Focus

Energy Focus is an industry-leading innovator of sustainable light-emitting diode (“LED”) lighting and lighting control technologies and solutions, as well as UVC Disinfection (“UVCD”) technologies and solutions. As the creator of the first flicker-free LED lamps, Energy Focus develops high quality LED lighting products and controls that provide extensive energy and maintenance savings, as well as aesthetics, safety, health, and sustainability benefits over conventional lighting. Our EnFocus™ Power Line Control (“PLC”) platform enables existing and new buildings to provide quality, convenient and affordable, dimmable, and color-tunable, autonomous circadian and human-centric lighting capabilities. In addition, our patent-pending UVCD technologies and products aim to provide effective, reliable, and affordable UVCD solutions for buildings, facilities and homes. Energy Focus’ customers include U.S. and U.S. ally navies, U.S. federal, state and local governments, healthcare, and educational institutions, as well as Fortune 500 companies. Since 2007, Energy Focus has installed approximately 900,000 lighting products across the U.S. Navy fleet, including tubular LEDs, waterline security lights, explosion-proof globes, and berth lights, saving more than five million gallons of fuel and 300,000 man-hours in lighting maintenance annually. Energy Focus is headquartered in Solon, Ohio. For more information, visit our website at www.energyfocus.com.

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FAQ

What is the EnFocus™ Power Line Controlled LED lighting system from Energy Focus (EFOI)?

The EnFocus™ system is an updated LED lighting solution that simplifies installation and operation, allowing for dimming and color tuning over existing power lines.

What sectors does the EnFocus™ system cater to?

The EnFocus™ system serves various sectors including healthcare, education, hospitality, and military.

How does Energy Focus (EFOI) ensure the safety of its EnFocus™ system?

The EnFocus™ system is designed to provide safe and reliable lighting control without the security concerns associated with wireless systems.

What feedback has Energy Focus (EFOI) received about the EnFocus™ system?

Feedback from clients, such as the Bryce Jordan Center, indicates that the system is user-friendly and provides flexible lighting options.

What differentiates the EnFocus™ system from other dimming systems?

EnFocus™ is noted for being less costly and simpler to install compared to traditional dimming and color tuning systems.