Lighting Manufacturers’ Smart Transition: How Photocontrols Accelerate Global Competitiveness

Outline Lighting manufacturers are facing a turning point. Demand for smart infrastructure is rising fast. The traditional luminaires are no longer enough. Energy efficiency and smart capabilities are now essential to stay relevant. So, how can manufacturers transform quickly and compete globally? The answer lies in embracing smart components—especially photocontrols. Why Are Overseas Lighting Manufacturers […]

The Future of Smart Lighting: How Photocell Sensors Empower Behavior Analysis in Security Lighting

Outline Smart lighting is no longer just about visibility—it’s about intelligence and safety. Thanks to advanced photocell sensors, lighting can now read behavior—detecting movement, presence, and potential threats. These smart sensors don’t just save energy; they make environments safer. Integrated with AI and surveillance systems, they’re turning ordinary lighting into intelligent security. This article explores […]

UM-205C Photocontrol – Lifetime, Load Capacity & ANSI Certification Update

Outline For outdoor lighting projects, maintaining a balance between cost and performance is tough. Long-Join Electronics answers this challenge with the UM-205C photocontrol, a newly developed solution built for cost-sensitive environments. Designed to deliver dependable performance, it offers: This article explores its lifetime, load capacity, and the latest certification updates to help planners make informed […]

Redefining Smart Lighting Innovation: Long-Join’s NEMA Developer Kit Empowers Customizable Light Control Solutions

Outline Why are lighting developers still struggling to build truly smart control systems? In a world of rapidly evolving smart cities, traditional photocontrols often fall short. They lack flexibility and seamless communication. Integration gets messy. Development cycles drag on. Innovation slows down. What if there was a smarter way to develop lighting solutions—faster and more […]

JL-700 Zhaga Socket Installation: Critical Torque & Mounting Guidelines for Long-Term Reliability

Outline In smart street lighting, installation precision is not a luxury—it’s essential. The JL-700 Zhaga Socket, built to Zhaga Book 18 standards, plays a critical role in reliable power and signal transfer. But even the most advanced socket can fail if it’s not installed correctly. Incorrect torque or improper mounting holes can cause: This guide […]

Long-Join at the 10th Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo

Long-Join at the 10th Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo Date: October 28–31, 2025Venue: AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong KongBooth: 6-J07 Shanghai Long-Join is proud to announce its participation in the 10th Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo 2025. At this year’s event, Long-Join will showcase its latest photocontrols, smart lighting controllers, and outdoor […]

Why Do Street Light Projects Install Individual Photocontrollers Instead of Timer-Function Controllers?

Outline Why do so many street light projects rely on individual photocontrollers instead of timer-function controllers? It’s not just a random choice. The control method directly affects energy efficiency, maintenance schedules, and public safety. Photocontrollers automatically respond to real-world light changes, while timer systems follow preset schedules. This difference shapes how each technology performs in real […]

Photocontrollers and Motion Sensors: Choosing the Right Outdoor Lighting Solution for You

Outline Outdoor lighting is evolving fast. The primary precursors driving this change are smart control technologies. The two most critical of them are: Both offer automatic lighting control, but their principles and applications differ greatly. Photocontrollers react to changes in natural light. Similarly, motion sensors respond to movement. The choice between them is subject to […]

Innovative Application of Long Join Photocontrollers: Optimizing Outdoor Landscape Lighting with Black Covers

Outline Outdoor landscape lighting is more than just illumination—it ensures safety and adds character to spaces. In the U.S., Long Join photocells have become a trusted choice for reliable automatic control. But a new idea is gaining attention: pairing these devices with black covers. This simple tweak doesn’t disrupt normal operation but changes how the […]

Why Rotatable Photocontrol Receptacles Like JL-260C Are Game-Changers for Smart Street Lighting

Outline Lighting is becoming intelligent and changing the way cities manage energy and efficiency. But did you know that something as small as photocell orientation can decide whether a system saves power or wastes it? Traditional dusk-to-dawn photocell sensors must face north for accuracy, but luminaires don’t always cooperate. This is where rotatable photocontrol receptacles like […]