Trusted advice for lighting, electrical, and more.
A state by state look at light bulb bans [Interactive map] Nov 6, 2023 9:49:00 AM
Is there an incandescent light bulb ban? Nov 2, 2023 8:15:00 AM
What is CCT? A guide to choosing correlated color temperature for your lighting Oct 13, 2023 3:30:00 PM
Shunted vs. non-shunted sockets: How to tell what you need Sep 26, 2023 9:50:00 AM
Types of electrical wire insulation and protective coverings Sep 20, 2023 9:10:00 AM
The 5 biggest LED buying mistakes businesses can easily avoid Aug 29, 2023 9:35:00 AM
3 lighting challenges and solutions for chief engineers Aug 21, 2023 9:18:00 AM
Types of Electrical Wire Aug 16, 2023 9:01:00 AM
LED upgrade guide for industrial and warehouse Aug 14, 2023 8:57:00 AM
Why a mockup could save your next LED upgrade project Aug 7, 2023 12:00:00 PM
Types of EV Charger Rebates Jul 28, 2023 10:24:00 AM
How to pick the best LED downlight Jul 21, 2023 8:55:00 AM
Is it worth upgrading old linear LEDs to new LEDs? Jul 20, 2023 9:40:00 AM
Commercial lighting rebates and the incandescent bulb ban Jul 5, 2023 7:41:36 AM
Plug-and-play vs. ballast-bypass and other linear LED solutions Jun 22, 2023 3:00:00 PM
What is Dark Sky and how does it impact lighting? Jun 19, 2023 10:48:00 AM
How to pick the best LED garage light or canopy fixture Jun 8, 2023 10:14:00 AM
How to save on tenant improvement build outs May 30, 2023 6:02:25 PM
The three most common EV charger installation delays May 20, 2023 1:21:51 PM
kW vs. kWh: How much energy is my lighting using? [Calculator] May 17, 2023 3:15:00 PM
EV Charger Rebate Trends for 2023 May 3, 2023 10:50:00 AM
Why lighting design can save developers money on construction projects Apr 24, 2023 2:03:05 PM
How much does it cost for businesses to install EV chargers? Apr 7, 2023 9:33:00 AM
How to read a light bulb part number: linear fluorescent tubes Mar 28, 2023 1:23:00 PM
Lighting rebate trends for 2023 Mar 23, 2023 9:29:40 PM
Converting T12s to LED: Here are your replacement options Mar 20, 2023 9:51:00 AM
How to pick the best LED high bay or low bay fixture Mar 15, 2023 9:11:00 AM
What kind of EV charger is best for businesses? Mar 6, 2023 9:25:00 AM
What's new with Title 24, Part 6 changes in 2023? Feb 28, 2023 10:48:57 AM
California's light bulb ban Feb 27, 2023 10:30:00 AM
What should I do if I have 8-foot fluorescent lamps? Feb 20, 2023 11:40:00 AM
The practical differences between level 1 and level 2 EV chargers Feb 17, 2023 11:32:00 AM
How to pick the best LED flat panel Feb 9, 2023 1:30:00 PM
Why IP rating matters for warehouse lighting Feb 3, 2023 10:15:00 AM
What is the best IP rating for outdoor lighting? Jan 26, 2023 3:02:00 PM
Edge-lit versus back-lit LED flat panels Jan 13, 2023 11:45:00 AM
The best LED replacements for common halogen light bulbs Dec 1, 2022 10:12:40 AM
What is a lighting rebate bonus program? Nov 15, 2022 3:08:00 PM
How to pick the best LED wall pack Nov 1, 2022 1:54:41 PM
How long does LED lighting really last and what is actually covered by your warranty? Oct 24, 2022 1:22:00 PM
What are BUG ratings and how do I know if they impact me? Oct 11, 2022 10:13:00 AM
The best LED replacements for common incandescent light bulbs Sep 26, 2022 11:20:10 AM
How to pick a fluorescent ballast Sep 14, 2022 11:47:00 AM
The 6 best places to upgrade to LED Sep 12, 2022 2:25:00 PM
Good news for LED lighting upgrades: What EPAct 179D really means Sep 6, 2022 9:21:00 AM
Limited project capital? 3 tips to reap big savings from an LED retrofit Aug 31, 2022 11:07:00 AM
4 reasons lighting causes developers' schedules to fall behind on construction projects Aug 1, 2022 11:52:45 AM
What is DLC v5.1 and how does it impact my lighting purchase? Jul 26, 2022 10:45:00 AM
Trends in pricing and quality in LED lighting Jul 19, 2022 11:49:00 AM
New federal restrictions on lighting products Jul 1, 2022 11:12:00 AM
How to find commercial lighting rebates by state Jun 24, 2022 11:38:00 AM
Do field-adjustable LED fixtures qualify for rebates? Jun 2, 2022 10:26:19 PM
A contractor's guide to buying LED lighting May 16, 2022 8:43:20 AM
How to do value engineering the right way Apr 13, 2022 8:28:00 AM
The ABCs of lighting rebates: Make the most of your lighting projects Apr 5, 2022 12:48:15 PM
Commercial Lighting Rebate Trends for 2022 Mar 21, 2022 11:25:23 AM
How to select a safe UV solution Feb 25, 2022 3:36:00 PM
Three ways to save on new construction lighting without value engineering Feb 22, 2022 1:22:02 PM
What is Title 24 and how do you make sure your lighting complies with it? Feb 17, 2022 9:40:00 AM
UVC fixtures for HVAC systems [Pros and cons] Feb 11, 2022 1:46:00 PM
Energy code changes for 2022 [And how they impact lighting] Feb 4, 2022 11:53:08 AM
When to bring in a lighting designer on a project Jan 10, 2022 9:45:07 AM
Best LED replacement options for CFL bulbs Dec 6, 2021 10:15:00 AM
Why can't I find 3500K lighting products? Nov 22, 2021 8:03:00 AM
How to pick an LED that is the same brightness as my old light bulb Nov 17, 2021 9:59:00 AM
Cleaning and air quality recommendations for fitting rooms Oct 19, 2021 10:37:16 AM
A guide to degreasing commercial kitchens with SIMIX Sep 28, 2021 1:10:37 PM
Eliminating odors in commercial buildings [A simple two-step process] Sep 22, 2021 10:26:21 AM
How to tell if UV-C LEDs work Sep 7, 2021 9:27:19 AM
Color temperature and wattage selectable LEDs [Pros and cons] Aug 25, 2021 9:08:07 AM
3 ways to improve Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Aug 17, 2021 1:01:17 PM
Are my cleaning and disinfection chemicals safe? Jul 26, 2021 10:30:00 AM
Bipolar Ionization: Concerns and alternatives Jul 22, 2021 1:08:59 PM
Cleaner dilution rates for common applications Jul 12, 2021 10:10:22 AM
CDC disinfection guidelines and how to follow them Jun 28, 2021 11:01:35 AM
Are CFLs going away? May 27, 2021 8:17:38 AM
Best practices for proper cleaning May 24, 2021 11:34:42 AM
What tool should I use to clean: Microfiber cloth, cotton cloth, or paper towel? May 11, 2021 8:27:12 AM
Types of Disinfectants: What to Consider for Your Facility Apr 26, 2021 12:20:08 PM
How to follow California's 2021 school cleaning guidelines Apr 14, 2021 10:50:19 AM
Lighting Rebate Trends for 2021 Mar 22, 2021 12:27:03 PM
What is ATP testing? Mar 18, 2021 10:15:00 AM
What is biofilm? Mar 16, 2021 11:52:12 AM
How to read a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Feb 23, 2021 11:46:20 AM
3 options to kill germs in the air Feb 17, 2021 11:04:03 AM
How much does upper-air germicidal UV cost? Jan 19, 2021 12:58:02 PM
What is a UVC dosimeter? Jan 14, 2021 2:20:43 PM
Using UV light to kill viruses like COVID-19 Dec 16, 2020 12:30:00 PM
The science behind cleaning, disinfecting, and protecting Oct 28, 2020 4:38:05 PM
What type of cleaning product should I use against COVID-19? Oct 21, 2020 10:43:36 AM
Mobile UV disinfection units [Pros and cons] Sep 23, 2020 1:22:01 PM
Should I use disinfectants or UV-C to fight COVID-19? Sep 22, 2020 12:42:36 PM
Germicidal UV use by industry [During and after COVID-19] Sep 16, 2020 1:56:03 PM
Does all UV light kill viruses and bacteria? Sep 10, 2020 8:41:35 AM
What's the difference between UV-C and Far-UVC? Sep 8, 2020 9:49:27 AM
Safety guidelines for UV-C products Sep 2, 2020 3:05:31 PM
5 applications for UV-C light disinfection Aug 28, 2020 2:11:53 PM
Cost-efficient lighting design during and after COVID-19 Aug 24, 2020 9:24:43 AM
How much do UV-C fixtures cost? Aug 20, 2020 11:45:43 AM
How much do mobile UV units cost? Aug 17, 2020 2:14:11 PM
Where to buy a plug-and-play T12 LED Aug 3, 2020 11:04:37 AM
3 steps to retrofit from T12 to LED Jul 29, 2020 9:53:17 AM
Using thermal imaging systems for safe reentry Jul 27, 2020 10:20:47 AM
Considerations and concerns for UV light regulations Jul 24, 2020 9:35:58 AM
How much do UV lights cost for HVAC systems? Jul 22, 2020 9:05:51 AM
HVAC vs upper-room germicidal UV: What's the difference? Jun 29, 2020 3:12:13 PM
Safety and regulation are key for UVC products Jun 16, 2020 9:17:06 AM
KN95 masks: What you need to know Jun 11, 2020 2:26:12 PM
How to tell if UV light is killing viruses like COVID-19 May 21, 2020 4:03:12 PM
New research: UV light proven to kill COVID-19 May 20, 2020 1:29:15 PM
Lighting and electrical solutions for temporary medical sites Apr 10, 2020 12:33:04 PM
Solving for color consistency in LED lighting Apr 6, 2020 9:22:30 AM
5 reasons decision makers love to partner with Regency's lighting design team Mar 31, 2020 9:06:31 AM
How to complete a lighting retrofit for commercial offices Mar 25, 2020 8:48:09 AM
Coronavirus, the global supply chain, and lighting Mar 18, 2020 8:40:00 AM
How to recycle fluorescent lighting and electronic waste Mar 16, 2020 9:27:21 AM
How a proactive approach can alleviate common commercial lighting maintenance headaches Mar 2, 2020 9:00:00 AM
How to upgrade lighting for multifamily buildings Feb 25, 2020 11:15:00 AM
Should I use a single manufacturer or multiple manufacturers on a lighting package for a large project? Feb 24, 2020 9:30:00 AM
Who should purchase lighting for my projects: A general contractor or my company? Feb 12, 2020 12:13:00 PM
Can I use fewer lighting fixtures when upgrading to LED? Feb 10, 2020 11:55:58 AM
Energy code changes for 2020 [And how they impact lighting] Feb 5, 2020 10:35:46 AM
What's the difference between commercial grade and residential grade lighting products? Feb 3, 2020 11:25:00 AM
Lighting retrofits for schools and universities Jan 30, 2020 1:15:00 PM
Steps to retrofit hotel lighting Jan 27, 2020 12:44:45 PM
Answering your questions on lighting rebates [Ask the expert series] Jan 16, 2020 4:45:00 PM
A rule of thumb for vetting new lighting products and manufacturers Jan 8, 2020 4:15:00 PM
How to choose the right CRI for your lighting: A practical guide to Color Rendering Index Jan 3, 2020 1:00:00 PM
The phase out of T12s: Everything you need to know about discontinued tubes Dec 23, 2019 11:00:00 AM
Building hope in Haiti [Regency Home update] Dec 12, 2019 11:00:00 AM
The best areas for lighting rebates [Map] Dec 10, 2019 10:45:00 AM
What is a ballast? Dec 6, 2019 10:00:00 AM
What is fluorescent lighting? Nov 26, 2019 2:11:00 PM
[Checklist] Steps to retrofit healthcare facilities Nov 22, 2019 9:01:57 AM
Do your lighting products need to be UL listed or ETL listed? And what about DLC and Energy Star? Nov 20, 2019 9:15:00 AM
4 energy-saving strategies for commercial offices Nov 19, 2019 8:59:40 AM
4 ways to create more energy-efficient schools Nov 11, 2019 4:38:21 PM
5 strategies to save energy for multifamily buildings Nov 4, 2019 9:45:00 AM
What is a ballast factor and how does it affect fluorescent tubes? Oct 29, 2019 9:45:00 AM
Plug-and-play LED bulb vs. LED fixture: Pros and cons for your next project Oct 21, 2019 11:15:00 AM
Can you stop LED flickering with a "dummy load" or load resistor? Oct 18, 2019 10:45:00 AM
4 ways to reduce energy costs at healthcare facilities Oct 10, 2019 2:15:00 PM
Why you shouldn't use those fluorescent tubes before upgrading to LED [Calculator] Oct 4, 2019 2:40:34 PM
4 ways hotels can save on energy costs Oct 2, 2019 3:23:00 PM
HID to LED retrofit solutions that will save you money [Pros and cons] Sep 26, 2019 2:16:00 PM
Which light bulbs need a ballast? Sep 24, 2019 3:44:00 PM
Fluorescent tubes: A brief overview of the different lamp types and sizes Sep 20, 2019 1:41:00 PM
Title 24 and healthcare lighting [New requirements for 2020] Sep 13, 2019 10:30:00 AM
What are the different types of ballasts? Sep 12, 2019 11:15:00 AM
NYC Energy Conservation Code: Lighting requirements to meet by 2025 Aug 16, 2019 10:15:00 AM
Protecting your LED retrofit: When to use surge protectors Aug 9, 2019 9:40:00 AM
Title 20 explained: California's energy efficiency standards for lighting Aug 7, 2019 3:15:00 PM
Solve LED dimming problems like flickering and strobing with these 4 simple tips Aug 2, 2019 2:20:00 PM
Here's an overview of common LED dimming issues and how to fix them Aug 1, 2019 11:10:00 AM
What to do if your T12 magnetic ballast goes bad Jul 19, 2019 10:00:00 AM
Does bypassing the ballast with an LED tube void the UL rating on a fixture? Jul 17, 2019 3:00:00 PM
How to purchase LED lighting on a tight budget Jul 11, 2019 9:30:00 AM
[Title 24 revisited] How California’s building code practically impacts businesses Jul 9, 2019 9:30:00 AM
Common light bulbs and LED upgrades for retail stores Jan 28, 2019 1:19:00 PM
Common light bulbs and LED upgrades for restaurants Jan 21, 2019 12:39:00 PM
Common light bulbs and LED upgrades for warehouses Jan 15, 2019 10:28:00 AM
Common light bulbs and LED upgrades for schools Jan 7, 2019 1:27:00 PM
How Regency delivers value through vendor partnerships and employee expertise Dec 4, 2018 11:27:00 AM
Common light bulbs and LED upgrades for hotels Dec 3, 2018 11:53:00 AM
Common light bulbs and LED upgrades for parking garages Nov 26, 2018 1:47:00 PM
How does Regency Supply promote a healthy work-life balance? Nov 15, 2018 1:22:00 PM
Common light bulbs and LED upgrades for commercial offices Nov 14, 2018 1:37:00 PM
Common incandescent light bulbs and LED retrofits by application Sep 5, 2018 4:05:27 PM
Answering your questions on light color and quality [Ask the expert series] Jun 5, 2018 11:37:00 AM
A spotlight on LIGHTFAIR 2018 May 31, 2018 11:17:00 AM
Do you feel stuck in LED indecision? Apr 9, 2018 11:48:00 AM
Answering your questions on energy savings [Ask the expert series] Apr 3, 2018 11:48:00 AM
Lighting rebate updates and trends for 2018, according to BriteSwitch Mar 27, 2018 11:31:00 AM
Answering your fluorescent lighting questions [Ask the expert series] Mar 6, 2018 10:35:00 AM
Answering your LED dimming questions [Ask the expert series] Feb 13, 2018 12:32:00 PM
Lighting Terms Glossary: 2018 Edition Feb 6, 2018 10:58:00 AM
How to buy LED lighting: Common specs explained Jan 9, 2018 2:00:00 PM
Regency's lighting design lights up childhood dreams at Rockefeller Plaza American Girl store Dec 22, 2017 4:25:00 PM
5 lighting news sites that stay on top of industry happenings Dec 13, 2017 1:05:00 PM
5 ways to sell a lighting retrofit to your boss Dec 7, 2017 8:55:00 AM
Three reasons sports and entertainment venues are going LED Dec 5, 2017 5:05:00 PM
Here's a recipe for restaurant lighting design success Dec 1, 2017 10:45:00 AM
What is an ANSI code and how can you use it to select the right HID ballast? (Plus other HID ballast pairing tips) Nov 27, 2017 12:25:00 PM
Here are some lumen per watt (LPW) targets for common LEDs Oct 23, 2017 2:15:00 PM
How a SoCal real estate developer met code, design intent, budget, and deadline through expert lighting design Oct 6, 2017 5:35:00 PM
Regency works with US government to better illuminate San Ysidro-Tijuana border Sep 26, 2017 5:10:48 PM
Preparing your store for a sale or an important executive visit? Here are 3 retail lighting tips Sep 15, 2017 9:35:00 AM
Where are the best places for LED tubes in commercial offices? Sep 6, 2017 10:30:00 AM
Here are 4 hot LED lighting rebate programs that could jumpstart your next retrofit Aug 30, 2017 3:10:00 PM
How to read a light bulb part number: HID lamps Aug 25, 2017 4:50:00 PM
What is the average lead time for a lighting order? Aug 23, 2017 12:25:00 PM
5 problems Regency solves for customers Aug 22, 2017 11:50:00 AM
Deciding between fluorescent and LED tubes? Check out our Linear Lighting Playbook for insider advice Aug 9, 2017 12:46:16 PM
6 of the most common retail lighting design mistakes Jul 31, 2017 11:40:00 AM
How to read a light bulb part number: compact fluorescent bulbs (CFLs) Jul 27, 2017 3:00:00 PM
How to achieve payback in under 6 months on a multi-family apartment building lighting retrofit: A blueprint Jul 19, 2017 2:45:00 PM
What's the difference between line voltage and low voltage (12v or 24v) lighting? Jul 14, 2017 10:00:00 AM
How to calculate HVAC energy savings from lighting: A step-by-step guide Jul 5, 2017 9:20:00 AM
Understanding LED lifespan: How long do LED lamps and fixtures actually last? Jun 20, 2017 11:30:00 AM
Five questions to ask if you're considering LED lighting for your commercial office Jun 9, 2017 5:25:00 PM
Family owned and operated since 1983