Unleashing the Power of Hybrid Lighting Control
Presented by Cooper Lighting Solutions
2:30pm-3:30pm
Intermediate
SPEAKER
Martin Mercier, P.Eng
Strategic Marketing Manager IoT / Connected Systems, Cooper Lighting Solutions
This presentation explores the advantages of integrating wired and wireless technologies in lighting control systems. Hybrid lighting control offers unparalleled flexibility, energy efficiency, and scalability for diverse project requirements. By effectively combining the strengths of both wired and wireless systems, building owners and designers can achieve optimal lighting solutions tailored to specific needs. This presentation will delve into practical applications, case studies, and cost-benefit analyses to demonstrate the value proposition of hybrid lighting control. Attendees will gain insights into system design, installation, and maintenance best practices, enabling them to make informed decisions for their lighting projects.
Why this topic is of interest
The convergence of wired and wireless technologies has revolutionized various industries, and the lighting control sector is no exception. Hybrid lighting control represents a cutting-edge approach that addresses the evolving needs of modern buildings. Case studies, state of the art project design and deployment good practices will be beneficial to the audience.
Key Takeaways
- The theory: Hybrid lighting control systems offer superior flexibility and scalability
- The practice: By optimizing the combination of wired and wireless technologies, building owners and operators can achieve significant energy savings
- The result: Implementing hybrid lighting control systems can enhance occupant comfort, productivity, and overall building performance
Martin Mercier P.Eng
Strategic Marketing Manager IoT –Connected Systems
Cooper Lighting Solutions
Martin Mercier P.Eng is a Strategic Marketing Manager for IoT and Connected systems for Cooper Lighting Solutions, a division of Signify (formerly known as Philips Lighting)—a global lighting manufacturer leading the lighting industry revolution into IoT-driven solutions and renewable energy lighting.
Previously Martin was a senior product manager for advanced lighting technology systems for the Americas for 8 years with Signify. Since his early days in R&D, he contributed to develop and launch the patented first Philips Lighting LED light engine plate-form that deployed in multiple brands and manufacturing sites across the Americas.
Shortly after, he helped to successfully bring to market early cloud-based technology lighting systems for public and private customers in the Americas. His insights and ideas helped to strengthen the overall effort in pioneering new technologies for Signify and the lighting industry in general by bringing problem solving solutions for smart city and smart building customers.
In order to achieve goals, he is involved and leading various communities such as NEMA ANSI which help him to constantly establish valuable relationships to share and advance his knowledge and competencies. Detail-oriented and technically gifted, Martin has studied Electrical Engineering at the renowned École de technology supérieure — the largest engineering school in Quebec.