Leviton recently introduced its Decora Edge™ line of wiring devices—promising a quick, easy, and safe way to install electrical devices for the home. Compared with traditional switches and outlets, Decora Edge streamlines installation by enabling users to simply push stripped 14-gauge or 12-gauge electrical building wire into a termination port, and close a lever that clicks into place, terminating the connection with confidence.

The award-winning Leviton Load Center is a residential electrical circuit breaker panel that offers an easy-to-install, safe, and approachable solution to home energy management. This product, with its optional smart breakers and WI-FI communication hub, gives insight to energy usage which results in reducing utility bills.

Leviton recently announced its climate change goal to achieve company-wide Carbon Neutrality by 2030 (CN2030) and its ambition to achieve Net-Zero Carbon by 2050. The company also announced its CN2030 program which is based on the company’s refreshed commitment to reduce its environmental impact in six focus areas. The focus areas are carbon, energy, waste, recycling, water, and through innovation by empowering and enabling customers to be more sustainable.

Leviton recently unveiled its new LED Downlight with Motion Sensor, which features a modern aesthetic, strong performance, and a wide range of customizable light settings. Applicable to indoor and covered outdoor areas where there is no wall switch or pull-chain overhead lighting, the device creates hands-free convenience and added safety for those entering or leaving a space.

Leviton recently announced the introduction of its Antimicrobial Treated Decora Slide Dimmer. The device, the first antimicrobial treated dimmer on the market, is the latest addition to the company’s current offering of antimicrobial treated Decora Switches, Toggle Switches, and Wallplates.

Leviton Offers Smart Wallbox Sensors

Leviton Smart Wallbox Sensors take the place of traditional box-mounted lighting controls and are easy to install and configure. Once connected, these detect room occupancy (or vacancy) to adjust the room lighting to programmed settings or to the pre-programmed default settings.

Leviton recently announced that it has been recognized as the “Brand Used Most” in the lighting controls and switches category by BUILDER magazine’s 2022 Brand Use Study. Leviton has been the recipient of BUILDER’s prestigious “Brand Used Most” category ranking for 25 consecutive years, also placing first in 2022 for the “Highest Brand Familiarity” and “Brand Used in Past 2 Years” categories.

Leviton recently announced the appointment of Daryoush Larizadeh to Chief Executive Officer, effective as of December 1, 2021. Larizadeh will continue his responsibilities as President and COO, in addition to assuming the CEO role.

Leviton recently introduced a Zigbee™ 3.0 Controlled Receptacle. The Zigbee Controlled Receptacle (ZSTLR-1HW) is compatible with a Leviton Wireless Room Controller or third-party Zigbee 3.0 compatible hub, gateway or controller to provide wireless ON/OFF plug load control.

Leviton has announced it has expanded its partnership with HomeSphere, an exclusive digital marketplace connecting residential homebuilders and building product manufacturers.

Leviton recently announced the launch of its new Contractor Connect Podcast Series which discusses pertinent topics, products and news within the electrical contracting industry, along with new Leviton programs and more. The highlight of each podcast is a live, candid interview with industry experts discussing timely topics while offering insight and professional opinions.

Leviton Launches Contractor Connect

Leviton recently announced the launch of Contractor Connect, an online destination designed to support busy electrical contractors. Contractor Connect features a host of educational resources, videos, customer support, expert points of view, and the latest content on Leviton products to help contractors where and when they need it most.

Lighting industry journalist and educator Craig DiLouie, LC, CLCP recently had the opportunity to interview David Buerer, Director of Product Management, Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc. for an article about plug load control, which will be published in the October 2021 issue of tED Magazine, the official publication of the NAED. Transcript follows.

Leviton recently announced a new partnership with the electrical training ALLIANCE (etA), the nation’s largest electrical training organization. The five-year agreement will bring funding, training kits, instruction, and technical expertise through traditional and digital training curriculum platforms. 

Leviton recently announced the launch of the new GreenMAX DRC Wireless Room Control System. The new Wireless Keypad Room Controller allows the GreenMAX DRC System to communicate with Leviton wireless devices and Intellect™-enabled fixtures. Wirelessly control virtually any type of commercial lighting from 0-10V and phase cut dimming to DMX and DALI with one system.

Leviton’s new line of Decora® Motion Sensors are designed to provide users optimal management of lighting and motor loads with enhanced detection functionality for accurate switching. The new occupancy and vacancy sensors offer flexible single pole or 3-way installation options, wiring with or without a neutral conductor, and a slim profile with the shallowest depth on the market today for easy installation in new construction and retrofit applications.

Leviton recently announced the availability of its second generation eBusiness platform, Leviton B2B. The new online ordering system is designed with several enhanced features to simplify the critical needs of distributor procurement and sales professionals around the world.

Leviton rcently announced a new line of LED Illuminated Switches, designed to achieve optimal performance with all lamp types, including LEDs, CFLs, and incandescent. These switches also do not require a neutral wire for installation.

Leviton today announced that its LED Compatibility Selector Tool has been added as a feature to the popular Leviton2Go app. The tool is designed to provide customers with a fast and easy way to select the best dimmer and bulb combinations directly at the point of purchase in stores, at distribution centers or on jobsites by simply scanning the barcode of the dimmer or bulb.  

Leviton recently announced that it is now accepting applications for My Leviton Pro – a new support and rewards program geared toward professional installing contractors. The program is available through the My Leviton app for Decora Smart Wi-Fi devices, which has been updated on iOS and Android platforms. The app now includes a special login for professional electricians and integrators, an exclusive 1-800 support number, and easy-to-earn rewards.

Leviton recently announced a new online and robust product support center on their website for customers to access at any time. Leviton.com/support is a one-stop resource for contractors or DIYers to watch product installation videos, download instruction sheets, get pro tips, and search frequently asked questions.

Leviton recently announced the opening of its Leviton LIVE experience center in Chicago. The state-of-the-art facility will allow customers to experience first-hand how Leviton’s innovative products can transform any space via private in-person or virtual tours.

Leviton Lighting Brands recently announced a partnership with BIOS® to expand its offering of humancentric lighting solutions. Birchwood, Intense, ConTech, and Viscor will integrate BIOS SkyBlue technology into existing product offerings.

Leviton recently announced the launch of a new line of smart touchless wallbox occupancy sensors. The new product line, Smart Wallbox Sensors, are designed for easy, out-of-the-box operation, minimizing contact, and simplifying installation. The sleek design, paired with a wide range of features allows for energy savings, local control, and code compliance.

GreenMAX DRC Room Control by Leviton

Leviton’s GreenMAX DRC room control solution uses wired LumaCAN networking for communication between devices and wireless Ethernet for configuration and backbone connectivity.

Leviton recently announced its GreenMAX® DRC Room Control System won the 2020 EC&M Product of the Year Award in the Lighting Controls Category. GreenMAX DRC provides a secure, simple, and scalable distributed control system that can manage virtually any type of lighting for any application or building size.

Lighting Controls Academy Publishes Video Course on Lighting Controls and the 2024 IECC

The Lighting Controls Academy is pleased to offer Lighting Controls and the 2024 IECC, a Lighting Controls Academy course, available as a free video.

Lighting Controls Podcast: Simple Devices Do Not Mean Simple Solutions

After a brief hiatus, the Lighting Controls Podcast is back with a wide-ranging conversation about where the industry stands today. In this episode, hosts C. Webster Marsh and Ron Kuszmar discuss why consistent content matters, where professionals can start learning lighting controls, and why local reps and manufacturers are often the most overlooked educational resources.

Lighting Controls Academy Publishes Video Course on Lighting Controls and the 2021 IECC

The Lighting Controls Academy is pleased to offer Lighting Controls and the 2021 IECC, a Lighting Controls Academy course, available as a free video.

Lighting Controls Academy Publishes Video Course on Lighting Control System Design (Part 3)

The Lighting Controls Academy is pleased to offer Part 3 of Lighting Control System Design, a Lighting Controls Academy course, available as a free video.

Lighting Controls Academy Publishes Video Course on Lighting Control System Design (Part 2)

The Lighting Controls Academy is pleased to offer Part 2 of Lighting Control System Design, a Lighting Controls Academy course, available as a free video.

Lighting Controls Academy Publishes Video Course on Lighting Control System Design (Part 1)

The Lighting Controls Academy is pleased to offer Part 1 of Lighting Control System Design, a Lighting Controls Academy course, available as a free video.

Lighting Controls Academy Publishes Video Course on Daylight-Responsive Lighting Control

The Lighting Controls Academy is pleased to offer Daylight-Responsive Lighting Controls, a Lighting Controls Academy course, available as a free video.

Lighting Controls Academy Publishes Video Course on Wireless Lighting Controls

The Lighting Controls Academy is pleased to offer Networked Wireless Lighting Controls, a Lighting Controls Academy course, available as a free video.

Busting Myths About LLLCs

In this video by the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance, two lighting experts bust popular myths about luminaire-level lighting controls (LLLCs).

DLC Offers NLC Training Videos

The DesignLights Consortium (DLC) offers a free series of training videos covering various aspects of networked lighting controls.