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Luxo History Brochure

Luxo History Brochure

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Overview: This document outlines the significant milestones in the history of Luxo, a company known for its innovative lighting solutions, over a span of 75 years.

Founding and Early Years: Luxo was founded by Jac Jacobson in 1934. The company first manufactured the iconic L-1 architect lamp in Norway in 1937, which became a classic task light with 25 million copies sold by 2007.

Expansion and Innovation: Luxo expanded its production and sales across various countries, including Sweden (1939), Denmark (1949), USA (1951), Canada (1953), Germany (1966), and Italy (1967). In 1967, manufacturing began in Kirkenaer, Norway.

Product Developments: Luxo introduced several innovative products over the years, such as the K-arm with internal springs in 1974, the PL-410 fluorescent asymmetric task light in 1981, and the Luxo Space Saver System (LSS) in 1992. The company also launched the first halogen task lighting system, System 1, in 1990.

Technological Advancements: Luxo was at the forefront of lighting technology with the introduction of the first dimmable electronic-ballasted task light, Vision, in 1997, and the Arketto LED task light in 2004. In 2008, Luxo introduced 'Ninety,' the world's most energy-efficient LED task light.

Corporate Developments: Luxo went public on the Norwegian stock exchange in 1998 and expanded its product line through the acquisition of Svelux in 2000. The company also developed the Wing task light for Designworks USA, a subsidiary of BMW, in 2001.

Significant Collaborations: In 1986, Luxo Jr., the first film produced by Pixar Animation Studios, featured Luxo's products, highlighting the brand's cultural impact.

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

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1986 Luxo Jr.: First film produced by Pixar Animation Studios First production plant opens in Tuckahoe, NY USA Manufacturing begins in Kirkenaer, Norway System 1: Luxo’s first halogen task lighting system introduced L-1: Luxo’s architect lamp first manufactured and produced in Norway K-arm with internal springs introduced Vision reintroduced as industry’s first dimmable electronicballasted task light Acquisition of Svelux expands Luxo’s product line and begins manufacturing in Malilla, Sweden Introduction of Ninety, the world’s most energy- efficient LED task light Arketto LED: Luxo’s first LED...

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Luxo History Brochure

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