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Introduction to Cini&Nils: This section provides an overview of Cini&Nils, a company renowned for its innovative lighting solutions. It traces the company's history back to the creation of the Cuboluce in 1972 by Franco Bettonica, which was a significant innovation in bridging decorative accessories and lighting design. This led to the development of the Aureola Collection in 1982, marking the company's entry into the lighting market.

Innovative Products: The document details key products developed by Cini&Nils, such as the Gradi, Tenso 2500W, TensoClic, and miniTenso. The Gradi features a lighting body made from a small enamelled Pyrex cylinder. The Tenso 2500W was the first 230V cable system, while the TensoClic introduced a new connector for the Tenso system. The miniTenso is noted as the smallest 230V cable system with a span of only 15 cm.

Design Philosophy: Cini&Nils emphasizes a rigorous design process involving thorough research, analysis, and multiple testing phases before finalizing a product. This meticulous approach ensures the creation of innovative, aesthetically pleasing, and functional products.

Key Figures: The document highlights the contributions of Franco Bettonica, Mario Melocchi, and Luta Bettonica. Franco Bettonica, an architect, has been instrumental in the company's design and creative direction since 1969. Mario Melocchi, initially focused on advertising, transitioned to product design after collaborating with Bettonica. Luta Bettonica, a designer and the current art director, has been with Cini&Nils since 2001.

Portfolio and Applications: The document showcases various projects and locations illuminated by Cini&Nils products, including residential spaces, commercial establishments, and cultural sites across Europe. It highlights the versatility and application of their lighting systems in diverse environments.

Overview of miniTenso System: The document provides detailed specifications and descriptions of the miniTenso lighting system, designed by Franco Bettonica and Mario Melocchi, with production starting in 2002. The system operates at 230V without a transformer and is intended for both general and accent lighting.

Specifications: The miniTenso system includes various models such as miniTensoApparecchio, miniTensoFariuno, miniTensoFaridue, and miniTensoFariquattrox1. These models are available in finishes like chrome and silver. The lighting units use GZ10 bulbs with a maximum of 75W, and some models can accommodate up to four modules for accent lighting.

Installation: The miniTenso system is designed for easy installation without tools, similar to plugging a device into a socket. It can be mounted on cables for both general and accent lighting purposes.

Design and Functionality: The lighting modules are adjustable in all directions, allowing for flexible lighting solutions. The system is suitable for various applications, including floor, wall, ceiling, and track installations, made from technopolymers and fiberglass with a silver finish.

Accessories: The document lists several accessories such as miniTensoCavi, miniTensoDistanziatori, and miniTensoAttacchi, which support complex installations and allow for multiple lighting configurations.

Photometric Data: Photometric curves and lighting diagrams are referenced for detailed analysis of light distribution and intensity.

Compliance: The system complies with IP20 standards, ensuring safety and reliability in indoor environments.

Lighting Design Service: The document outlines the Cini&Nils Lighting Design Service, which offers assistance in creating lighting designs, including perspective views, installation layouts, and evaluations of illumination levels. The service provides photo-realistic renderings and lists necessary products and project costs.

Standards and Recommendations: The document includes photometric curves and lighting diagrams, which illustrate the distribution of light intensity and illumination values at various distances from the luminaire. These are essential for understanding the lighting characteristics and ensuring optimal application.

Customer Service and Merchandising: Cini&Nils offers customer service that includes product information, lighting design consultancy, and merchandising support for dealers. This includes permanent display modules, advertising materials, and detailed product publications.

Contact Information: For further information, customers can contact Cini&Nils via their website, email, or phone.

Design and Production: The design of the products is credited to Franco Bettonica and Mario Melocchi, with production starting in 2002.

Installation Guidelines: The document outlines the installation and spacing guidelines for luminaires, specifying that the width (X) should be 4 times the installation height (H) and the length (Y) should be 2 times H. Reflectance percentages are given as 70/50/20. Unified Glare Rating (UGR) values are provided for crosswise and endwise directions, with various values depending on the luminaire type.

Product Details: The document lists several models of luminaires, such as miniTensoDomo and miniTensoCieli, with different finishes like chrome and silver. It includes technical specifications like beam angles and light intensity measurements at various distances.

Certifications and Standards: All Cini&Nils luminaires comply with the EN 60598-2-1 European safety standards and are approved by the IMQ-Istituto Italiano del Marchio di Qualità. The document also mentions protection classes, such as Class II, indicating double insulation and no need for earthing.

Trademarks and Patents: Cini&Nils holds international trademarks and patents for various products and designs, including Tenso, TensoClic, and miniTensoDomo. The document emphasizes the ornamental and illustrative nature of some designs.

Lighting Performance: The document includes detailed lighting performance data, such as lux levels at various distances and angles, for different luminaire models and configurations.

Catalog excerpts

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Tutti gli apparecchiilluminanti di Cini&Nils sono certificati e sorvegliati da IMQ, IstitutoItaliano del Marchio di Qualit All Cini&Nilsluminaires are certified and supervised by the Italian Institute of certification, IMQ,Istituto Italiano del Marchio di Qualit Sࠤmtliche Leuchten von Cini&Nils verfgen ber die Zulassung der italienischen G켼teprfstelle, IMQ,Istituto Italiano del Marchio di Qualit und werden von dieser 젼berwacht Tous les appareilsclairants Cini&Nils sont certifis et surveill驩s par linstitut italien pour la certification, IMQ,Istituto Italiano del Marchio di QualitҠ > Tutti gli...

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