by Jason David | Mar 11, 2026 | Access Fixtures Lighting Solutions Blog, LED Retrofit Blogs
Quick Answer: Are Fluorescent Lights Banned in 2026? Many U.S. states have banned the sale of fluorescent lamps, including T8, T12, and compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs), as part of mercury reduction and energy-efficiency laws. Most bans do not require immediate...
by Jason David | Mar 11, 2026 | Access Fixtures Lighting Solutions Blog
For decades, industrial lighting was designed with a single goal: visibility. If a worker could see the labels on a pallet, the lighting was considered "adequate." But as we move into 2026, the industry is waking up to a critical scientific reality: standard lighting...
by Jason David | Mar 10, 2026 | Access Fixtures Lighting Solutions Blog, LED High Bay Blogs
Why Repairable High Bays Deliver the Best Long-Term ROI A failed $80+ driver shouldn’t force a $800 fixture replacement, but in most warehouses, it does.” In the early days of the LED transition, the selling point was simple: "Install it and forget it for 50,000...
by Jason David | Mar 10, 2026 | Access Fixtures Lighting Solutions Blog
Recently, residents in Birmingham, UK, looked up to find their night sky transformed into a surreal, neon pink glow. While it looked like a scene from a sci-fi movie, the culprit was much more grounded: the intensive LED grow light rigs at Birmingham City’s St....
by Jason David | Feb 27, 2026 | Access Fixtures Lighting Solutions Blog
Imagine it’s 2:00 AM. In a bustling city, the sky isn't its typical deep charcoal. Instead, it’s bathed in the twilight glow equivalent to a pre-dawn morning. This isn't a scene from a sci-fi novel; it’s a scenario currently on the Federal Communications Commission...
by Jason David | Feb 27, 2026 | LED Bollard Light News, LED Retrofit News
WORCESTER, MA - March 2, 2026 - Access Fixtures, a leader in high-performance commercial, industrial, and sports LED lighting, announces the launch of SECU 3-watt Solar Powered Security Bollard Light. This innovative solar-powered LED lighting solution is designed to...
by Jason David | Feb 17, 2026 | Access Fixtures Lighting Solutions Blog
Across commercial and industrial facilities, a definitive trend has emerged: first-generation LED lighting systems installed between 2010 and 2018 are reaching their technical end-of-life. What was once heralded as a "permanent" upgrade is now entering a critical...
by Jason David | Feb 11, 2026 | Access Fixtures Lighting Solutions Blog
Maine Responsible Outdoor Lighting Act - Maine is taking a significant step toward preserving its legendary dark skies. The recently introduced "An Act to Promote Responsible Outdoor Lighting" (H.P. 1295 / LD 1934) sets new standards for public outdoor lighting to...
by Jason David | Feb 11, 2026 | Access Fixtures Lighting Solutions Blog
This checklist is designed to help municipalities, contractors, and facility managers ensure their lighting projects align with "An Act to Promote Responsible Outdoor Lighting". Use this as a guide for all installations or replacements occurring after October 1, 2026....
by Jason David | Feb 11, 2026 | Access Fixtures Lighting Solutions Blog
Staying ahead of the October 1, 2026, compliance deadline requires more than just choosing any LED fixture. Under Maine’s "An Act to Promote Responsible Outdoor Lighting" (H.P. 1295 / LD 1934), public and commercial improvement projects must now utilize luminaires...
by Jason David | Jan 27, 2026 | LED lighting News, LED Wall Pack News
WORCESTER, MA, January 28, 2026 - Access Fixtures, a leader in high-performance commercial, industrial, and sports LED lighting solutions, announces the launch of CYLR Wall Mount LED Lights, a precision-engineered series designed to deliver flexible, energy-efficient...
by Jason David | Jan 22, 2026 | LED lighting News, News
WORCESTER, MA, January 24, 2026 - Access Fixtures, a leader in high-performance commercial, industrial, and sports LED lighting solutions, announces the launch of CYLA Surface Mount LED Lights, a precision-engineered fixture line designed to deliver controlled up,...
by Jason David | Jan 20, 2026 | LED lighting News, LED Wall Pack News
WORCESTER, MA, January 21, 2026 - Access Fixtures, a leader in high-performance commercial, industrial, and sports LED lighting solutions, announces the launch of CYLI Up/Down Pendant and Ceiling Mount LED Lights, a precision-engineered family of ceiling mount lights...
by Jason David | Jan 16, 2026 | LED High Bay Light News
WORCESTER, MA, January 19, 2026 - Access Fixtures, a leader in high-performance commercial and industrial LED lighting solutions, announces the launch of the new OTOK LED High Bay Light, a precision-engineered luminaire designed for clean room lighting or clean tech...
by Jason David | Jan 14, 2026 | Access Fixtures Lighting Solutions Blog, LED Bollard Light Blogs
Introduction Solar-powered lighting bollards are self-contained outdoor lighting fixtures that integrate solar panels, rechargeable batteries, and LED bulbs into a single unit, providing wire-free security illumination for pathways, perimeters, and outdoor areas....
by Jason David | Jan 14, 2026 | Access Fixtures Lighting Solutions Blog, LED Bollard Light Blogs
Introduction Safety bollards are essential protective barriers designed to safeguard pedestrians, buildings, and critical infrastructure from vehicle impacts. Safety bollards serve as a first line of defense in protecting people and property from unauthorized access,...
by Jason David | Jan 14, 2026 | Access Fixtures Lighting Solutions Blog, LED Bollard Light Blogs
In the world of perimeter security, we’ve reached a "lightbulb moment." For years, property managers and business owners had to choose between two worlds: the physical protection of heavy-duty security bollards or the visibility of lighted landscape fixtures. If you...
by Jason David | Jan 14, 2026 | Access Fixtures Lighting Solutions Blog, LED Bollard Light Blogs
Introduction Bollard covers with integrated solar lights transform standard security bollards into self-powered illuminated barriers, eliminating the need for electrical wiring or grid connections. This wireless technology allows facility managers and security...
