Luxo History Brochure

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Introduction
Luxo, a renowned lighting company, was founded by Jac Jacobson in 1934. Over the years, it has expanded its operations globally and introduced several innovative lighting solutions.

Key Milestones

1937: The L-1 architect lamp was first manufactured in Norway.
1967: Manufacturing began in Kirkenaer, Norway.
1986: Introduction of the Thin One and Slim Line under-cabinet lights and Luxo Jr., the first film by Pixar Animation Studios.
1992: Launch of the Luxo Space Saver System (LSS), integrating products into office panel systems.
1998: Luxo went public on the Norwegian stock exchange.
2004: Introduction of Arketto LED, Luxo's first LED task light.
2008: Introduction of 'Ninety', the world's most energy-efficient LED task light.

Product Innovations

1977: Launch of asymmetric lighting with L-201.
1981: Introduction of PL-410, the industry's first fluorescent asymmetric task light on a K-arm.
1990: Introduction of System 1, Luxo's first halogen task lighting system.
1997: Reintroduction of Vision as the industry's first dimmable electronic-ballasted task light.

Global Expansion

Luxo expanded its production and sales operations to several countries, including Sweden, Denmark, the USA, Canada, Germany, and Italy.
In 2000, Luxo acquired Svelux, expanding its product line and manufacturing capabilities in Malilla, Sweden.

Conclusion
Luxo has consistently been at the forefront of lighting innovation, with a strong emphasis on integrating technology and design. Its global presence and commitment to energy efficiency continue to drive its success in the lighting industry.

Catalog excerpts

U.S. - www.luxous.com • Canada - www.luxo.ca Luxo: The First 75 Years

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1954 First production plant opens in Tuckahoe, NY USA 1967 Manufacturing begins in Kirkenaer Norway 1990 System 1: Luxo’s first halogen task lighting system introduced 1997 Vision reintroduced as industry’s first dimmable electronic-ballasted task light 2000 Acquisition of Svelux expands Luxo’s product line and begins manufacturing in Malilla, Sweden A, 2008 Introduction of Ninety, the world’s most energy- efficient LED task light 2004 Arketto LED: Luxo’s first LED task light introduced 1934 Luxo founded by Jac Jacobson PRODUCTION UNITS AND SALES COMPANIES OPEN IN: 1977 Launch of asymmetric lighting...

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