Foreign media Lux said that its expert team has recently considered the development of the lighting industry and put forward what they think is the top ten development trend in 2019.
What will happen in the lighting industry in 2019?
The megatrends in recent years will continue, but digital disruption (artificial intelligence, data analytics, robotics, the Internet of Things, and technologies for new software industry platforms that incorporate various technologies) will challenge existing business models and Others create opportunities, especially those that make the digital experience a seamless and positive customer experience. The following is a judgment of the top 10 trends in the industry in the next 12 months.
The merger will accelerate
Recently, after crossing some annoying regulatory obstacles, iGuzzini officially joined the Fagerhult Group and became proud of its recent acquisition. This is undoubtedly one of the most compelling acquisitions in the industry, but it won't be the last. Driven by falling lamp prices, integration will accelerate this year.
Power line communication will be more popular
Power Line Communication (PLC) is an unexpected technology trend in the field of lighting control in recent years. It outperforms wireless networks on many levels and is being adopted by big companies such as Intu, the UK's largest shopping mall operator, and Volvo, a car manufacturer.
Bluetooth Mesh technology will become more and more popular
Bluetooth technology is a new behemoth in the field of lighting control, and its mesh technology brings simple wireless control to large devices. The improvement of Bluetooth Mesh technology, the promotion of brand marketing power and the accelerated development of the technology open agreement will enable it to smoothly enter the mainstream lighting field.
The smart hub will be eliminated
Connecting the lights to the Internet requires the installation of "smart hubs" and "intelligent bridges". Based on GE's GE bulbs and C-Start switches released this year, lighting will increasingly connect directly to Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple's HomeKit and even Siri.
Self-learning control is coming soon
Nest's digital thermostat has achieved amazing success. It understands the user's habits and predicts changes. Under this success, intuitive control will begin to enter the field of lighting. Helvar is the first to stand out with its Active+ system, and a series of patent applications in recent months show that entrepreneurs believe it is the next focus in the lighting arena.
Visual comfort will be put on the agenda
In recent years, we have accepted the amazing energy-saving possibilities of LEDs, and the visual effects of experiencing artificial lighting without harsh environments such as glare and flicker have gradually been forgotten. However, as the demand for warm color and high color rendering index continues to increase, it is expected that the pursuit of visual comfort will come back.
The design will return in the 1970s
The indoor fashionista tells us that the female tones of pink, brass, and flamingos have ended. The general trend of interior design is to return to the 1970s, but this time the material is more abundant and the color is softer.
VR will become a design tool
Virtual reality technology (VR) may make your Christmas holiday full of energy, but not only that, it is expected that 2019 will be a year of significant impact on lighting design. Large-scale architecture practices are already using the tool to inspire customer interest, and Signify (formerly Philips Lighting) is investing heavily in the technology as a design and marketing tool.
Modular design will be promoted
EU environmental design legislation will tighten and pressure manufacturers to produce deconstructable luminaires. Modular products are interchangeable and infinitely combined, and are being used by designers in all major fields.
The supply chain will be affected
The supply chain relationship between customers, professional manufacturers, wholesalers, and contractors is understood by everyone. But as the FMs system is procured from Amazon and the rebates happen between contractors and manufacturers, the supply chain will become distorted.
