Bill Brown Appears on the Get a Grip on Lighting Podcast
Hear the industry’s elder statesman discuss lighting’s past, present and future.
WHAT: Bill Brown has operated his eponymous lighting component sales agency since 1955. In this interview, he traces his roots back to his entrepreneurial upbringing, the beginnings of his lighting sales career, and reviews the myriad changes he has observed in lighting over the decades. Sit back and listen to Bill’s storied history, hear opinions on everything from customer service to international competition, and learn where he thinks the industry is heading. Whether you are a lighting veteran, or just starting out, you can’t help but benefit hearing from someone who has literally seen it all in modern lighting.
WHEN/WHERE: The Get A Grip On Lighting Podcast is the official podcast of the National Association of Innovative Lighting Distributors (NAILD). The podcasts were developed as a forum for people in the lighting industry to get together and discuss the multitude of topics and issues relevant to our dynamic field.
Get A Grip On Lighting Podcasts are hosted by Michael Colligan and Greg Ehrich, who have over 30 years of combined experience in the lighting industry. Michael is an entrepreneur and inventor. He’s a subject matter expert in commercial and industrial lighting supply, lighting retrofits, and finding recycling streams for hard-to-recycle waste. Greg Ehrich, LC is the former President of NAILD and owner of a progressive lighting distributorship.
HOW: Click here to be redirected to the Get A Grip On Lighting website. There, you’ll be able to listen to Bill Brown’s interview, along with podcasts with numerous other distinguished lighting leaders. Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss a second of this valuable broadcast!
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A.L.P. Marks the Two-Year Anniversary of Reflek® Assets Acquisition
Observes improved efficiencies, products, and processes.
It has been two years since Reflek® brand custom performance reflectors were added to the A.L.P. product offering. In that short time, backed by the global resources of A.L.P., the Reflek brand has been repositioned as a preeminent supplier of quality reflectors to lighting OEMs and the aftermarket.
A.L.P. has dramatically improved efficiency by consolidating Reflek’s manufacturing operations to fewer locations, all strategically located near major lighting customers in the U.S. and Mexico. The product is delivered quickly via A.L.P.’s global logistics network.
A.L.P has leveraged its outstanding Quality Management System (QMS) and expertise to enhance product quality. Programs such as improved standardization, increased tooling reliability, and rigorous inspection has achieved a 21 percent reduction in quality concerns.
Capitalizing on A.L.P.’s manufacturing efficiencies and global sourcing infrastructure has allowed Reflek to maintain competitive pricing while producing a superior product.
When speed to market counts, having the backing of a huge product and tooling design team, along with fast-track tooling machinery like a 5-axis laser, helps Reflek brand take ideas from concept to production in record time.
To learn more about how the bigger, better, Reflek can support your custom performance reflector requirements, please contact 877-257-5481
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Another Great Show at Lightfair International 2017
A.L.P. exhibited at the 2017 Lightfair International with our sales agency Bill Brown Sales. We welcomed customers and prospects, friends old and new, to learn more about our products and capabilities. The display included LED lighting components and kits, such as new parking garage canopies, LED PODs and the Sentry Elite rugged LED vaportight. Thanks to all who made it a successful exhibit.
Other Upcoming Shows
Guanzhou International Lighting Expo
June 9-12, 2017
China Import and Export Fair Complex
Guanzhou, China
IES Annual Conference
August 10-12, 2017
Portland Marriott
Portland, OR
IES Street and Area Lighting Conference
September 10-13, 2017
JW Marriott Austin Hotel
Austin, TX
Horticultural Lighting Conference
October 17, 2017
Denver Marriott City Center
Denver, CO
Strategies in Light
February 13-15, 2018
Long Beach Convention Center
Long Beach, CA
Light + Building
March 18-23, 2018
Messe Frankfurt
Frankfurt, Germany
Lightfair International
May 8-10, 2018
McCormick Place
Chicago, IL
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A.L.P. Dickson Volunteers with Habitat for Humanity to Build a House for Co-Worker
In May 2017, a team of employees from A.L.P.’s Dickson, TN plant volunteered on a fourth Habitat for Humanity home build. In this instance, the project was extra special because the house was built for A.L.P. employee Deonna Vaughn, a third-shift machine operator.
Deonna, a lifelong resident of Dickson, sought assistance from Habitat for Humanity to ensure stability for her family and empowerment through home ownership “The Habitat program goes far beyond the construction of a home. In fact, the program begins several months before we even swing the first hammer. Homeownership education and budget coaching are among the top priorities in our comprehensive program. We are extremely proud of Deonna for devoting the time and energy to finishing strong,” said Jeff Bennett, Director of Dickson and Cheatham divisions of Habitat for Humanity.
Habitat for Humanity uses sponsorships and volunteer labor to offer its homeowners zero percent mortgages and affordable homes. Habitat homes are quality constructed ENERGY STAR® certified homes, creating more sustainability for homeowners to stay in their homes because of lower utility costs.
A.L.P.’s volunteers dedicated an entire day to the building project. “I am consistently impressed with the commitment our team members have to each other,” states A.L.P. President Jeff Benton. “Congratulations Dickson volunteers on this amazing effort, and for your willingness to work hard and make a difference,” Benton adds.
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Lightfair International Tradeshow
Come see us at Lightfair International in May 2017, Booth 501
A.L.P. is exhibiting at the Lightfair International trade show, May 9-11 2017. Along with our sales agency Bill Brown Sales, we will be showing the newest technologies and latest capabilities available to lighting fixture OEMs. Stop by booth 501 to see the latest LED lighting components and kits, including the Sentry Elite vaportight fixture kit, LED PODs, and new parking garage canopies. Other products include The Recruit, a smaller yet still powerful version of the popular Sarge wall pack and the RRT, an energy-efficient, contemporary troffer retrofit option.
OTHER UPCOMING SHOWS
LIGHTFAIR International
May 9-11, 2017
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Philadelphia, PA
Guanzhou International Lighting Expo
June 9-12, 2017
China Import and Export Fair Complex
Guanzhou, China
IES Annual Conference
August 10-12, 2017
Portland Marriott
Portland, OR
IES Street and Area Lighting Conference
September 10-13, 2017
JW Marriott Austin Hotel
Austin, TX
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“Strategies in Light” Tradeshow
Come see us at “Strategies in Light” tradeshow this February
A.L.P. will be in Anaheim, CA February 28, 2017 for the Strategies in Light Show. In conjunction with our sales agency Bill Brown Sales (BBS) we will be showcasing our groundbreaking new LED vaportight kit, the rugged Sentry Elite. Other LED fixture kits will include The Recruit, a smaller yet still powerful version of the popular Sarge wall pack. Don’t miss LED POD highbays and the RRT, an energy-efficient, contemporary troffer retrofit. Our partner, Inventronics, will also be on-hand with the latest in driver technologies.
“Strategies in Light” highlights:
- 110+ industry leaders speaking on the latest hot topics
- 4 conference tracks covering a range of topics from components and manufacturing to design and installation
- Pre-conference workshops designed to provide in-depth insights into specific topics
- Keynote/Plenary Sessions
- 300+ exhibitors showcasing the latest in products, technologies and services
- Networking events where initial introductions turn into long-term business relationships
- Sapphire Awards recognizing the best-of-the-best in innovation
OTHER UPCOMING SHOWS
LIGHTFAIR International
May 9-11, 2017
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Philadelphia, PA
Guanzhou International Lighting Expo
June 9-12, 2017
China Import and Export Fair Complex
Guanzhou, China
IES Street and Area Lighting Conference
September 10-13, 2017
JW Marriott Austin Hotel
Austin, TX
IES Annual Conference
August 10-12, 2017
Portland Marriott
Portland, OR
Exhibit, Lighting