Casambi has launched the Salvador Series 2000, the next evolution in its lighting control solutions. Building on the success of the Salvador Series 1000, this new series brings enhanced functionality and flexibility to wired DALI installations.

It’s designed to seamlessly integrate wired DALI drivers into the Casambi system, allowing for a unified control experience across both wired and wireless lighting devices. When integrated into a Casambi network, DALI luminaires appear as virtual luminaires, enabling comprehensive control through the Casambi app.

Key Features of the Salvador Series 2000

• Easy Installation – Integrated power supply, RTC with backup, cable strain relief.
• Broad Compatibility – Supports DALI D4i, DT6, and DT8 standards.
• Easy Commissioning – No DALI-USB, no USB cables, no PC-based software.
• Unified Control – Manage wired and wireless devices together in the Casambi app.
• Cloud Connectivity for DALI – This is the cheapest, easiest way to connect wired DALI solutions to the cloud.

 Models Available:

• SAL-2016: Handles up to 16 DALI driver addresses.
• SAL-2032: Manages up to 32 DALI driver addresses.
• SAL-2064: Supports up to 64 DALI driver addresses.

For More Information: https://casambi.com/

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Casambi, unveiled its latest innovation – Salvador, a new series of DALI controllers. This announcement signifies the tech firm’s strategic entry into the wired lighting control market, establishing its new position as a mainstream lighting control provider. 

At the Light + Building tradeshow in Frankfurt, Germany, Casambi introduced its new DALI controller product series, Salvador. The range aims to enhance flexibility in lighting control by providing wireless, wired, and hybrid options. This initiative the founder says aligns with the company’s mission of enabling flawless lighting experiences for all: “We’re introducing a new level of user-friendliness to the world of DALI. From design to commissioning, wiring, installation, and everyday use, Casambi simplifies every aspect of lighting control. Our core value is to make the work as easy and infallible as possible through our extremely intuitive technology. With this new DALI controller series, we can offer unparalleled flexibility, extending our reach from wireless to the wired market” said Timo Pakkala, Co-Founder and Head of Product Management & Strategy, adding  “Whether users prefer wireless, wired, or a combination, our goal is to enable Casambi in any installation, in any setting, guaranteeing full interoperability with key protocols like DALI, Bluetooth LE, and EnOcean.  This creates vast possibilities for the market and the delivery of feature-rich lighting control solutions for any environment.” 

How does it work?  

With Salvador, wired and wireless devices can coexist harmoniously in Casambi applications with no limitations when mixing different product types. DALI drivers integrate into the Casambi system through wired connections, operating seamlessly as normal Casambi-enabled devices. The first two form factors in the series can manage up to 64 DALI addresses and support DALI DT6, DT8, as well as D4i via the Casambi cloud API.  

The Salvador 2064 comes with an integrated 130 mA power supply, eliminating the need for other power supplies on the DALI bus. Additionally, it features an internal Real-time clock (RTC) with backup energy storage and housing with cable strain relief. The second form factor, Salvador 1064, requires an external power supply.  

The Salvador 1064 is available for sampling, with full-scale production scheduled to kick off in Q2 2024. The unit pricing for Salvador 1064 is set to be highly competitive, positioning it favorably against existing DALI controllers in the market. The Salvador 2064 is poised for sampling starting in Q3 2024. Additionally, the company is preparing to launch a dedicated US version, further expanding its commitment to meet the diverse needs of the American market. 

“With wired and standards-based lighting control solutions prevailing in the construction industry, our new wired offering unlocks immense potential. We’re bringing the Casambi experience to DALI, while keeping costs in check, making it flexible for any setup, and giving easy access to our feature-rich control applications. This new opportunity to combine wireless and wired networks not only extends the lifespan of buildings and installations but also enhances sustainability, opening up endless possibilities.” said Mark McClear, CEO Casambi.

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Casambi has named Mark Needham as the Vice President of Sales, EMEA, in a strategic move to strengthen and enhance the effectiveness of sales channels specific to the regions. Mark brings substantial experience to his new role, with a 30-year history of working in the lighting industry and having previously served as the Managing Director at Lumineux Group, contributing significantly to the company’s growth and success. He has also held key leadership positions in well-established organizations such as Venture Lighting Europe Ltd, Harvard Power Systems, and Fulham Lighting Company, where he directed sales for the European market.

Mark’s appointment reinforces Casambi’s successful expansion within the smart lighting sector. According to Casambi CEO, Mark McClear, Needham’s extensive industry knowledge, long-term outlook, and proven track record make him a valuable addition to the Casambi team:

“With a rich history in European sales leadership, Mark brings a deep understanding of the regional market. His lighting expertise spans both OEM and channel sales, offering a well-rounded perspective. He’ll play a crucial role in driving Casambi’s sales strategies, fostering partnerships, and implementing fresh approaches to meet the evolving needs of the smart lighting market. We’re delighted to welcome him aboard” said McClear.

“I am delighted to have been invited to join Casambi, working with an outstanding team and technology offering. Casambi’s remarkable success, first establishing itself as the defacto wireless lighting control standard with over 5 million devices sold worldwide, coupled with imminent and exciting new product launches, all speak volumes about the company’s impact on the industry. I believe the market is ripe for the innovative solutions that Casambi brings to the table,” said Needham, who will be based out of the UK.

For More Information: www. https://casambi.com

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Casambi, a leader in the lighting industry, has appointed Mark McClear as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mark McClear takes over from Kari Mettälä, who has stepped down after five years of dynamic leadership to pursue other strategic priorities.

Antti Kokkinen, Chairman of the Board of Directors for Casambi, expressed gratitude for Kari Mettälä’s contributions and confidence in the new CEO, saying, “On behalf of the Board, I express deep gratitude to Kari Mettälä for five years of outstanding leadership. His contributions have transformed Casambi into a widely recognized international brand and have laid the foundations for Mark’s work. Looking ahead, Mark is the right person to guide Casambi into the future, given his strong ability to drive results in our fastest-growing markets. His talent for fostering global collaboration will ensure a seamless transition and continued success for the company.”

As the newly appointed CEO, Mark McClear commented, “It’s an honor to lead Casambi. This is an exciting juncture in the lighting industry as luminaires become increasingly smarter. From stamped metal and screw-in lamps, we’ve advanced to integrated LEDs, and it’s now inevitable that all luminaires will soon feature embedded Bluetooth low-energy radios and sensors. Casambi is poised to lead this transformation as the sole international lighting control platform. Our open ecosystem architecture represents a pioneering leap, surpassing the proprietary legacy systems prevalent in today’s market.”

Mark joined Casambi in February 2022 as the General Manager for North America, bringing a 20-year legacy and reputation in the LED and SSL sectors across 35+ countries in Asia, North and South America, and Europe. With experience managing large organizations and P&Ls of up to $800 million, he is well-suited to lead Casambi into its next phase of growth and success.

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Casambi recently announced the official public release of Casambi Pro, a groundbreaking planning and commissioning tool designed to revolutionize lighting projects.

Casambi Pro represents a game-changing solution tailored for lighting installations that demand sophisticated control systems, incorporating schedules, sensors, and switches. This cutting-edge tool is particularly well-suited for large-scale projects with repetitive layouts, offering improved efficiency and a substantial reduction in on-site technical configurations.

With Casambi Pro, the configuration of lighting projects enters a new era, allowing a significant portion of the programming to be executed remotely. This empowers commissioning engineers to manage intricate settings in advance, ensuring greater control over the final result and delivering a more user-friendly experience.

The Casambi Pro suite comprises two essential components:

Casambi Pro Windows PC software: This software is for project planning and programming.

Casambi Pro iPad software: This tool is used for on-site commissioning. It simplifies the identification of Casambi-enabled devices on-site and enables seamless pairing using Bluetooth to connect them to a Casambi Pro project.

Kari Mettälä, the CEO of Casambi, expressed his excitement, stating, “The beta testing phase has concluded, and we are thrilled to announce the official public release of Casambi Pro. This marks a significant milestone for us as a user experience-focused company. Casambi Pro streamlines the commissioning process like never before, transforming what used to take hours on-site into an almost instantaneous process.”

Timo Korhonen, Head of UX Design at Casambi, added, “As a software tool, Casambi Pro will continue to evolve in response to market demands. Regular updates will introduce new key features such as scene setting, dimming, tunable white lighting, and seamless control input integration. We view this initial public release as just beginning an exciting new chapter.”

Casambi Pro is set to reshape the landscape of lighting project planning and commissioning, offering unprecedented efficiency and control to professionals in the field.

For More Information: www.casambi.com

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Internationally acclaimed smart lighting control company, Casambi recently announced its partnership with Crestron, a global leader in commercial lighting control and automation. By joining the Casambi Ecosystem, Crestron plans to integrate Casambi control within its Zūm® lighting control portfolio.

This partnership will deliver cross-compatibility between Casambi’s wireless mesh network capabilities and the Crestron Zūm product line – a widely distributed lighting control system that uses industry standards, such as 0-10V, DALI®, DMX and phase control all merged on one enterprise IoT network.

This interoperability means Casambi’s Bluetooth wireless mesh can extend a Crestron Züm system to enable luminaire level control of any “Casambi Ready” light fixture by Züm control devices and software.

“This partnership will benefit both organisations in a meaningful way,” says Peter Augusta, VP of Sales, Casambi North America. “Crestron customers and representatives gain access to Casambi’s world-class wireless mesh network as a “snap-on” option for Zūm, while Casambi’s ecosystem expands to include the prestige of Crestron’s products and services.”

“Crestron is excited to work closely with Casambi to expand our Zūm ecosystem to integrate with ‘Casambi ready’ fixtures,” said Jim McGrath Executive Director, Lighting Business Development, Crestron.  “Working with manufacturers such as Casambi provides reliability to the specification community to ensure that control systems and fixtures are tested to integrate with each other prior to specification and deployment.”

“The Casambi Ecosystem is predicated on the notion that diversity plays a central role in helping the lighting industry to innovate and transform. We’re extremely pleased to have Crestron onboard”, said Kari Metälä, CEO, Casambi. “By joining the Casambi Ecosystem, Crestron can immediately leverage our core competencies in wireless lighting control while focusing on the value they create for their customers. Conversely, this cooperation will undoubtedly reinforce Casambi’s usability – especially in high-end offices and conference rooms – further strengthening our presence in North America, and indeed, globally”. 

Casambi’s system compatibility with Crestron products will benefit the industry in a big way by enabling smarter system installations to scale across a broad range of commercial applications, in addition to improving the integrated user experience with Zūm products via the use of Casambi smart wireless controls. As the Casambi Ecosystem grows throughout North America, its partnerships are making smart buildings smarter through the provision of large-scale lighting systems that are more reliably connected, secured, and effortless to control.

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On 12 May 2022, lighting professionals from all parts of the world convened at the Casambi Summit. This was a virtual event tailored for a community that was keen to discuss the major trends influencing the smart lighting market and to share their visions for the year ahead. 

A full day of keynotes, product launches, case study presentations, virtual exhibition booths, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities – all curated with the aim of inspiring and informing of the limitless possibilities afforded by the latest technology. This one-day virtual event had multiple industry leaders presenting including Kari Mettälä, CEO, Casambi; Timo Pakkala, Founder, Casambi; Simon Allford, President, The Royal Institute of British Architects; Francesco Anselmo, Technical Program Manager for IoT Solutions, Google and many more 

The day began with a keynote address from Karl Mettälä, on “How do we transform an industry, inclusively?”, followed by a presentation by Timo Pakkala presenting “Casambi Technology: A Vision for the Future” on the main stage. 

The summit featured a panel discussion on How Digital Ready is the Building Industry?”, where along with Francesco Anselmo and Timo Pakkala, Raoul Wijgergangs, CEO, EnOcean; Rob Mitchell, Director of Business Development, Hoare Lea; & Guenther Johler, Senior Director Product Management ECS, Zumtobel Lighting, also presented their expert opinion on the subject. Multiple Case studies were also part of the summit where system integrators & designers showcased the use of Casambi Technology in the projects. These sessions drew a lot of attention since viewers were able to experience how Casambi’s cutting-edge technology converts space into a smart space. As engaging as these case studies were, it was made even more successful by the addition of a live Q&A. 

Breakout sessions and programs in expo booths picked up steam as the main stage sessions progressed. Major international brands such as Helvar, Holders Technology, Adquio, and Formalighting, among others, presented their products at the summit’s virtual expo. In addition, the breakout sessions covered issues such as sustainability, wellness, and lighting quality.

As the day came to a close, viewers were able to virtually network with one another while Mark McClear, General Manager, Casambi North America, offered the closing keynote. 

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An internationally renowned event, that recognizing excellence in lighting design and technology, the [d]arc awards is a collaborative award ceremony between the Arc, [d]arc magazines, and creative consultants Light Collective.

 The categories include structures, places, spaces, events. The KIT Technology Award criteria fall amid, any light sources- gear, control, power systems, and internet-based systems (where a luminaire is not part of the product). When Casambi DALI gateway won the prize, CEO Kari Mettälä was keen to praise the high-quality fellow entrants in his acceptance speech. The Casambi DALI gateway is a device that allows full wireless DALI installations. Also allowing the extension of existing DALI installations with wireless segments.

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