What are luminaire-level lighting controls?
LLLC systems have existed for nearly a decade, are widely applicable across building types, and can save on average 63% of the energy consumed by a traditional lighting system. LLLCs are individually programmable luminaires that contain embedded sensors and compact control components. LLLCs simplify design and installation by reducing the number of components and time required for installation, offering a cost-effective solution to energy code compliance while providing unparallel flexibility, deep energy savings, and a superior lighting experience.
Key advantages of LLLCs
Key advantages of LLLCs include energy savings, streamlined installation, code compliance, and operational benefits that improve efficiency and occupant experience.
Supports compliance with energy codes for lighting control strategies in commercial buildings.
Requires less wiring and equipment, streamlining construction and upkeep while saving time and money.
Delivers significant energy reductions, with estimates ranging from 32% to 78% and an average savings of 63%—outperforming other lighting control approaches.
Reduces luminaire usage, extending their longevity and minimizing costs, maintenance, and waste.
Enables seamless connectivity with HVAC controls and Building Management & Automation Systems (BMS/BAS).
Basic non-energy benefits
Enhances occupant comfort with task lighting, flexible zoning, and easy reconfiguration to adapt to changing building needs—improving both experience and operational efficiency.
Advanced non-energy benefits
Includes efficient emergency testing, occupancy and asset tracking, navigation, environmental monitoring, and data-driven insights on space utilization.
Did you know?
- LLLCs are networked lighting controls (NLCs). Traditional NLCs consist of luminaires wired back to central sensors and control modules.
- Unlike light fixtures with embedded sensors, LLLCs are systems of luminaires that can be grouped to operate together. Standalone light fixtures with embedded sensors lack this capability and cannot work with other controls or manual overrides.
- Lighting control systems can contain both LLLC and non-LLLC luminaires, depending on the system. Not all manufacturers’ systems can integrate both LLLC and non-LLLC luminaires on the same system.
- The most cost effective LLLC applications utilize wireless communication—mesh networks are common type of wireless architecture
- LLLC systems can be controlled with remote controls, smartphone/tablet apps, or computer applications. Some systems connect to the internet for remove access, while others are controlled locally through a wired or wireless LAN.
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