Aug 14, 2026
CINCINNATI, OH – LSI Industries is proud to announce that its All-Weather Downlight (SFR) has been recognized in the 2026 IES Industry Progress Report, the Illuminating Engineering Society’s annual review of noteworthy advances in the lighting industry.
The IES Industry Progress Report spotlights lighting products and advances that stand out in terms of uniqueness, technical achievement, and potential significance to the lighting community. As described by the IES Progress Report guidelines, acceptance is determined via an impartial judging process evaluating innovation, impact, and differentiation. progress.ies.org
LSI’s All-Weather Downlight was awarded for its resilient features that maintain energy efficiency and strong optical performance. Standout features include:
- Rugged Resilience – Protection from above and below when installed in open-top applications. IP66 resistance to rain, hail, snow, leaves and bugs. Built to operate in temperatures from -40 to 104°F.
- Energy Efficiency – 135 lumens per watt, lessening cost of ownership over time.
- Design Flexibility – Options to fit your space’s design. Available in 1,000-2,200 lumen packages and with a range of trim shapes and customizable finishes.
- Seamless Application – Short housing seamlessly integrates into awnings, with vandal resistant locking collars made to solidify placement.
“LSI is honored to be recognized for our commitment to innovation within the lighting industry,” said Michael Prachar, Chief Marketing Officer at LSI. “This achievement solidifies LSI’s position as an industry leader in outdoor commercial lighting and design. Going forward, LSI remains committed to engineering lighting solutions built to serve communities and improve customer experience.”
LSI’s V-LOCITY™ Area Light was recognized in the 2025 IES Industry Progress Report for its excellence in field flexibility and value for applications ranging from parking lots to sport courts.
Since its launch, the All-Weather Downlight has been well-received for its unique combination of durability and best-in-class features that allow it to sustain its bright illumination in a range of weather conditions.
For more information on the All-Weather Downlight’s specifications, photometrics and installation, visit https://lsicorp.com/lighting/product/all-weather-downlight/
To read the full IES Industry Progress Report, visit the IES Progress website.
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Mike Burcham
Marketing & Communications Manager
LSI Industries
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ABOUT LSI INDUSTRIES
Headquartered in Cincinnati, LSI is a publicly held company traded over the NASDAQ Stock Exchange under the symbol LYTS. The company manufactures advanced lighting, graphics, and display solutions across strategic vertical markets. The company’s American-made products, which include non-residential indoor and outdoor lighting, print graphics, digital graphics, refrigerated and custom displays, help create value for customer brands and enhance the consumer experience. LSI also provides comprehensive project management services in support of large-scale product rollouts. The company employs approximately 3,000 people at 23 manufacturing plants in the U.S. and Canada. Additional information about LSI is available at www.lsicorp.com.
