‘Printed light’ shines in 3D

Cooper Lighting Solutions said it has introduced a new way to manufacture lighting products using 3D printing technology, which allows for what it describes as “beautiful designs, textures and shapes,” that are distinctive and adaptive.

“By leveraging technology, we are able to create custom, energy-efficient, sustainable solutions while increasing the speed of design and manufacturing for customers in today’s complex supply chain environment,” said Kraig Kasler, president, Cooper Lighting Solutions.

The Shaper Prentlaux brand, meaning “printed light,” includes 20 products with numerous texture and color choices, said the firm, as well as multiple lumen outputs and color temperatures.

The company said that 3D printing technology gives the client the ability to choose, influence, and relay design parameters in the form of inspired textures, logos, design patterns, as well as the shape and color that meets the customers’ requirements.

“The unique value that 3D printing brings to lighting is connecting design and technology to the decisions of the customer that enhances their space, the way they want,” said Sohana Arni, director of marketing and design, 3D printing.

The manufacturing process is inherently sustainable, said the firm, reducing the CO₂ footprint by up to 75% compared to traditional aluminum die casting production methods. The smart designs use no paint and fewer parts overall, minimizing resource use and potential waste.

With so many flexible options available through 3D printing, designers can create lighting installations fully customized to their needs.

“Shaper Prentlaux is another way we are pushing innovation and sustainability in the lighting industry,” said Kasler.