Some homes were built without adequate lighting. This has forced many to purchase lamps of all sizes to illuminate some rooms in their home. The most difficult thing about using a lamp instead of installing a light fixture is controlling the actual light. Fixtures typically have a light switch. Lamps must be turned on at the source (usually by a pull string or other type of switch).

What if you want to control a lamp, or light requiring an outlet, with a light switch? Using our self-powered wireless light switch in combination with our plug-in relay receiver, you can control a lamp or light with a light switch. Do you want to know what the best part is? You wont have to touch a single wire! The wireless light switch can be placed anywhere. The plug-in relay receiver is powered by a traditional electrical outlet. All you have to do is plug in the lamp to the receiver, assemble the light switch, and you’re done! Your light switch can now be turned on and off by a light switch.

Check in with us later for more easy solutions to your home and business electrical needs.

ILLUMRA Self-powered Wireless Door sensor Selected For “2012 Top Products Award Winners”

Wireless Window/Door sensor receives top honors

ILLUMRA Self-powered Wireless Controls of Lindon, UT has been honored with a recognition by Building Operating Management in its selection of “2012 Top Products Award Winners.”

Lindon, UT November 1, 2012– Announcing a special recognition appearing in the January, 2012 issue of Building Operating Management. The Self-powered Wireless Window/Door sensor from ILLUMRA  was selected for the following honor:

“2012 Top Products Award Winners”

The Wireless Window/Door sensor is used to reduce energy consumption and equipment wear and tear in hotel rooms, condominiums, schools, and etc. by shutting off air conditioning equipment when Windows or Doors are open. The wireless sensor transmits radio frequencies to eliminate the time and cost of installing wires to the sensor. Additionally, the wireless door sensor reduces maintenance cost because it does not require batteries; instead it uses energy collected from ambient indoor light using small solar cell stores enough energy to operate for several days in complete darkness.

Jan Finlinson, Director from ILLUMRA Self-powered Wireless Controls commented on the recognition: “The fact that Building Operating Management included ILLUMRA Self-powered Wireless Controls in its selection of “2012 Top Products Award Winners,” signals that our constant efforts towards business excellence are paying off. We are proud to be included in this recognition.”

For more information on ILLUMRA Self-powered Wireless Controls, located in Lindon, UT please call 801-349-1200.

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ILLUMRA Self-powered Wireless Controls Selected For “2012 Top Products Award Winners”.

Ever wished you had a conveniently located light switch that allowed you to turn off lights in a detached building, down a hall, or across a room? The ILLUMRA Relay Receiver + Repeater (part no.: E3X-R12-5IBBP) allows you to control lights from up to 300 feet away when used with ILLUMRA self-powered remote light switches and ILLUMRA receivers. The ILLUMRA Relay Receiver + Repeater can boost operating range 100% from the standard range of up to 150 feet or be used to transmit signals around objects. The device can be used in multiple ways to increase the capabilities of an ILLUMRA wireless control network.

First, the Relay Receiver + Repeater can be used to cover a greater distance. To do so, a Relay Receiver + Repeater is connected to power in between the location of an ILLUMRA wireless light switch and an ILLUMRA receiver. An ILLUMRA remote light switch can then transmit a signal to the Relay Receiver + Repeater; the device picks up the signals and rebroadcasts them up to an additional 150 feet.

Second, the Relay Receiver + Repeater can can be used to transmit a signal around objects. In environments that contain lots of metal or other obstructions, the device can help signals be transmitted at a less obstructed angle to an ILLUMRA receiver. For example, imagine that an ILLUMRA switch that controls two ILLUMRA receivers has been installed in front of a reinforced concrete wall with metal sheeting. Receiver A is to the right of the wall and Receiver B is behind the wall. In this scenario the signal transmitted by the ILLUMRA remote light switch may reach receiver A and control lights connected to receiver A. However, the signal may not penetrate the metal wall and reach receiver B. In this situation, a Relay Receiver + Repeater may be used to replace receiver A. When this is done, the system will work as follows: the signal transmitted by the remote light switch will be picked up by the Relay Receiver + Repeater, the lights connected to the Relay Receiver + Repeater will be controlled, and the device will re-transmit the wireless signal. The signal will effectively reach receiver B and control lights connected to receiver B.

The ILLUMRA Relay Receiver + Repeater can be used in both indoor and outdoor applications. Following are a few examples:

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• Office Buildings
• Warehouses
• Schools
• Hospitals
• Retail Stores

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• Detached Buildings
• Stadiums
• Parking Lots

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From office buildings to stadiums and more, the ILLUMRA Relay Receiver + Repeater provides users a quick and easy way to install convenient remote lighting controls for medium range applications. Simplify your project; try ILLUMRA controls today. Call (801) 349-1200 to find an ILLUMRA distributor near you.

Explore www.ILLUMRA.com to learn more about ILLUMRA Self-powered Wireless Controls.

ILLUMRA, a leader in lighting control and energy management systems, announced selection by New York City’s Municipal Entrepreneurial Testing System (METS). The pilot program includes two of ILLUMRA’s products, the self-powered wireless occupancy sensor, and the M3 wireless steam valve control. The wireless products save energy, time and money and are designed to install in as little as 20 minutes with minimal disruption to building operations. The systems will be installed in various city buildings, where cost savings will be monitored and evaluated for wider deployment within the city.

“We’re excited to be chosen by the METS program and look forward to the opportunity to show how our wireless control products can save New York City both time and money,” said Jan Finlinson, ILLUMRA CEO. “Our unique green technology can be retrofitted economically and easily in any government or commercial building.”

METS is a NY city partnership of Speaker Christine C. Quinn, Council Member Michael Nelson, the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) and the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), to promote green technologies in city buildings. In addition to the METS initiative, ILLUMRA will be highlighting its latest lighting control products at the LIGHTFAIR International tradeshow and conference in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 9-11 (EnOcean Alliance Booth # 612).

About ILLUMRA

ILLUMRA is a leading North American supplier of lighting control and energy management systems. ILLUMRA is an EPA Energy Star Partner and develops wired and wireless HVAC and lighting controls for commercial buildings. Products are sold via dealers and OEM partners throughout the world. For more information about ILLUMRA and its products, please visitwww.ILLUMRA.com, or call (801) 349-1200.

A new, multi-function wireless valve actuator that can be integrated with building automation systems, through an existing building control gateway, will be available in the US and Canada on February 1, 2011, announced Jan Finlinson, President of ILLUMRA. The Wireless M3 Valve Actuator is designed for use on continuous closed-loop control systems and communicates based on EnOcean technology. ILLUMRA, the premier supplier of self-powered wireless lighting and HVAC controls in North America, is the exclusive distributor of the Wireless M3 Valve Actuator in the US and Canada.

The new wireless valve actuator is produced by Kieback & Peter, the 84-year old German-based, family-owned company. Kieback & Peter is one of the leading providers of the European market’s building automation systems. “We are pleased to launch our wireless valve actuator in the US through ILLUMRA. Their proven track record of experience in energy efficiency systems integration and training makes them the ideal, value-added partner for our business in the US and Canada, “ said Hans Symanczik, Kieback & Peter’s GmbH & Co., Sales & Marketing Management.

“ILLUMRA’s Wireless M3 Valve Actuator is revolutionary,” explained Finlinson. “Now you can control temperature settings within your entire building or individual rooms with intelligent devices.” The ILLUMRA Wireless M3 Valve Actuator, named for its three-in-one functionality, exceeds the scope of traditional actuators. Its ability to integrate into complex automation systems and serve as a self-sufficient room controller opens up new possibilities in room automation, added Finlinson.

According to Finlinson, the device is easy to install since it does not require installation of traditional wiring. In retrofits, the installation can be completed without disrupting or affecting existing building systems.

The ILLUMRA Wireless M3 Valve Actuator will make opening windows to control excessive heat a thing of the past. Aging radiator actuators and outdated heating system designs cannot effectively control heat supply and opening windows became the quick fix to overheating. That solution has been the bane of many high-rise commercial building owners who face escalating fuel costs each season. “Our Wireless M3 Valve Actuator provides building owners and property managers with an integrated energy efficiency system that provide excellent ROI on initial product and installation costs within an average 2 year period. Reduced Maintenance Costs. Maintenance is a seamless process based on battery replacement every three years. Battery status information is reported through the building automation system. “The potential of ILLUMRA’s Wireless M3 Actuator to reduce building heating costs in both retrofit and new construction applications is an invaluable tool for owners, builders and contractors,” said Finlinson.

ILLUMRA, the leader in innovative energy saving controls, announced the release of the CMR.The ILLUMRA CMR works with any Dawn/Dusk sensor to reduce energy consumption by 50% by shutting off lights during the second half of every night. One device is installed per pole or fixture to shut off lights not needed for maintaining safety lighting levels. The CMR automatically synchronizes to existing dawn/dusk sensors and adapts tochanging seasons. The CMR limits peak demand inrush through sequenced start up.

“The CMR gives building owners a powerful tool to control outdoor lighting costs,” said Jan Finlinson, director at ILLUMRA. “The easy-to-install low-cost solution will fill a niche that has been missing in the marketplace.”

The CMR is a great solution for parking lots, parking garages, streetlights, landscape lighting, and lights controlled by dawn/dusk sensors.

About ILLUMRA
ILLUMRA is a leading North American supplier of lighting control and energy management systems. ILLUMRA is an EPA Energy Star Partner and develops wired and wireless HVAC and lighting controls for commercial buildings. Products are sold via dealers and OEM partners throughout the world. For more information about ILLUMRA and its products, please visit www.ILLUMRA.com, or call (801) 349-1200.

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ILLUMRA, the leader in wireless battery-free controls, announced it has signed an exclusive agreement to sell the Probare P30 link analyzer in the United States and Canada. The new product allows specifiers and installers to plan, verify and maintain EnOcean based wireless networks. The hand-held analyzer is available in 315MHz and 868MHz versions. The new product can be seen at LIGHTFAIR International (LFI), May 17-19 in Philadelphia in EnOcean/ILLUMRA booth #2345.

“We are happy to strengthen our relationship with ILLUMRA by offering the P30 through their professional organization,” said Thomas Rieder, managing director at Probare. “Their knowledge and experience with EnOcean products and technology compliment the features of the P30. The powerful tool allows planners and installers alike to save time and money while providing confidence about the reliability and quality of their installations.”

“With a large backlit LCD display that is easy to read even under difficult lighting conditions,” said Jan Finlinson, director at ILLUMRA. “The P30 is a great tool for creating EnOcean based control networks.”

The analyzer has four analyzer modes that test links, repeaters, and networks and also includes the ability to remotely control EnOcean based products. Power is supplied from two “AA” batteries. A wide-range AC power supply, including a USB plug, comes with the P30, which allows long-term logging of the radio channel, including: timing, signal strength, and packet data.

The P30 can communicate with PC’s via USB. WinEtel and Dolphin View tools from EnOcean are supported for development engineers and field application experts. USB drivers are available for Windows, Linux and Mac OS-X.

ILLUMRA, the leader in wireless battery-free controls, announced the release of a new solar powered wireless Door/Window Sensor. This new product maximizes the energy savings of heating and air conditioning systems by providing wireless status of windows and/or doors. The breakthrough technology may be seen at the GreenBuild Show in Chicago, Illinois (EnOcean/ILLUMRA booth #583).

Energy waste can be reduced by 20 to 60 percent by disabling blowers and/or adjusting temperature setpoints in HVAC systems when windows and doors are left open. The wireless Door/Window Sensor is a key component to reducing energy waste in hotel, condominium and dormitory buildings.

“We are excited to help building operators reduce energy waste through the use of the easy to install, tamper resistant, maintenance free window/door sensors,” said Jan Finlinson, Director at ILLUMRA. “Energy management professionals can leverage this product to reduce operating costs and the environmental impact of the buildings for which they are responsible.”

The wireless battery-free sensor communicates using the EnOcean protocol to a variety of compatible actuator and controller products: thermostats, relays, room controllers; as well as BACnet and Ethernet gateways for integration with energy management systems. The sensor also includes on board energy storage that can operate the device in darkness for several days.

The ILLUMRA light sensor is small, measuring only 3.86 x .62 x .81 inches (98.04 x 15.75 x 20.57 mm) and attaches easily to doors and windows (peel and stick). The ILLUMRA light sensor is made of recyclable plastic, is RoHS compliant, qualifies for LEED credits and helps buildings comply with International Green Construction Code standard 189.1.

About ILLUMRA
ILLUMRA is the largest North American supplier of self-powered, battery-free, wireless lighting control and energy management systems, and a member of the EnOcean Alliance. ILLUMRA products operate using the EnOcean protocol: the standard for low-power wireless communication. Transmitters harvest the energy they require from the motion of a switch, light on a solar cell, or from temperature differentials. This allows them to operate indefinitely without the use of batteries. Products are sold via dealers and OEM partners throughout the world. For more information about ILLUMRA and its products, please visit www.ILLUMRA.com, or call (801) 349-1200.

ILLUMRA, the premier supplier of self-powered, battery-free, wireless lighting and HVAC controls in North America has won “Best Dimming or Control” at The LED Show in Las Vegas. A panel of LED experts reviewed the dimmer and announced the award on August 27, 2010. The constant-voltage dimmer is available in a wireless or wired configuration that responds to hardwired or wireless battery-free controls to adjust the brightness of LED fixtures. The wired version is also available with an industry standard 0-10V input.

“ILLUMRA is providing the LED community with game changing technology,” said James Highgate, Lighting Consultant and Director of the LED Show. “We are impressed with the dimming capabilities in such a small package. We see the potential for many manufactures to incorporate the ILLUMRA LED dimmer into their product line.”

The new device uses 65,000 dimming steps to provide ultra smooth LED dimming at all light levels, eliminating the flicker that is commonly associated with LED dimmers. The units can dim 12V or 24V LED strips and are rated for loads of up to 5 amperes.

“We are proud to offer our award winning LED dimming solutions to customers who are embracing the future of lighting technology, ” said Jan Finlinson, Director, ILLUMRA. “We are honored to have the LED experts confirm what our customers have been saying about the innovation and quality offered in our LED dimmer products.”

Each dimmer has an input for a wired occupancy sensor. The wireless version responds to as many as 30 wireless switches or sensors. Buildings using ILLUMRA products may qualify for LEED credits and Energy-Star ratings. ILLUMRA products are manufactured in a ISO 9001:2000 facility, are RoHS compliant, and are FCC and IC approved.

About ILLUMRA
ILLUMRA is the largest North American supplier of self-powered, battery-free, wireless lighting control and energy management systems, and a member of the EnOcean Alliance. All ILLUMRA products operate using the EnOcean protocol: the standard for low-power wireless communication. Transmitters harvest the energy they require from the motion of a switch, light on a solar cell, or from temperature differentials. This allows them to operate indefinitely without the use of batteries. The ILLUMRA product line includes multiple products that operate in the uncrowded 315 and 868 MHz band, offering greater transmission range than other wireless technologies and minimal competitive traffic. Products are sold via dealers and OEM partners throughout the world. For more information about ILLUMRA and its products, please visit www.ILLUMRA.com, or call (801) 349-1200.

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ILLUMRA, the leader in wireless battery-free controls, announced that their new LED dimmers reduced energy consumption up to 75 percent on light poles installed for the 2010 Vancouver Winter Games. The ILLUMRA LED dimmers were installed on outdoor LED light poles along a pathway between venues at the Winter Games. LED street lamps use about 25 percent less energy than conventional metal halide fixtures (source: TIME). ILLUMRA dimmers dramatically improve this savings. This breakthrough technology may be seen at the upcoming LIGHTFAIR trade show in Las Vegas (EnOcean/ILLUMRA booth #2027).

“LED dimmers are a great way to save energy,” said Jan Finlinson, director at ILLUMRA. “By reducing the output of the lights when no one is on the pathway, customers achieve significant energy savings while maintaining a level of security, ambiance and convenience for venue attendees.”

Each pole is equipped with a light sensor, LED lights, motion sensors and ILLUMRA wireless LED dimmers. The equipment keeps the lights dim when no one is on the pathway, and turns the LEDs to full brightness when pedestrians are near. Wireless signals share pedestrian occupancy status among the network of light poles.

The system works by sensing motion along the pathway, allowing the network of dimmers to adjust their light levels based on the movement. When no motion is detected, the lights dim, consuming 75% less energy.

“The immediate energy savings and long term life cycle cost of LED lighting make it a compelling solution for energy efficiency,” states Dr. Bernell Stone, energy analyst and Silver professor of finance at Brigham Young University. “Energy management technology like that offered by ILLUMRA accelerates the payback period for LEDs, making this innovation a powerful contributor to energy efficiency.”

The wireless dimmers from ILLUMRA provide ultra smooth LED dimming with industry-leading performance of 65,000 dimming steps, thus eliminating the flickering at low light levels that other LED dimmers exhibit. The units can dim up to 5-ampere loads of either 12V or 24V LED lights.

About ILLUMRA  
ILLUMRA is the largest North American supplier of self-powered, battery-free, wireless lighting control and energy management systems, and a member of the EnOcean Alliance. All ILLUMRA products operate using the EnOcean protocol: the standard for low-power wireless communication. Transmitters harvest the energy they require from the motion of a switch, light on a solar cell, or from temperature differentials. This allows them to operate indefinitely without the use of batteries. The ILLUMRA product line includes multiple products that operate in the uncrowded 315 MHz band, offering greater transmission range than other wireless technologies and minimal competitive traffic. Products are sold via dealers and OEM partners throughout the world. For more information about ILLUMRA and its products, please visit www.ILLUMRA.com, or call (801) 349-1200.

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ILLUMRA, the leader in wireless battery-free controls, announced the release of a newsolar-powered light sensor that can run indefinitely on a few hours of light a day. The new product, when used with other wireless devices, creates a daylight harvesting solution that is both easy to install and use. This breakthrough technology may be seen at the upcoming LIGHTFAIR trade show in Las Vegas (EnOcean/ILLUMRA booth #2027).

“The new light sensor gives building owners a powerful tool to control costs,” said Jan Finlinson, director at ILLUMRA. “By reducing electrical light levels in a room and taking advantage of the ambient light, we could greatly reduce the world’s $200+ billion light bill*.”

The ILLUMRA light sensor communicates to controls through the uncrowded 315 MHz band, saving energy by lowering the output of artificial light when daylight is present in a room. Customers can reduce energy consumption 20 to 60 percent, depending on the devices used and the room configuration.

The wireless battery-free sensor communicates to a host of wireless products: relays, dimmers, room and task on/off controllers. It also integrates into systems using BACnet and wireless RS-232/Ethernet gateways.

Customers can use the new product in open-loop and closed-loop daylight-harvesting applications. When fully charged, the sensor can work in total darkness up to three days.

The ILLUMRA light sensor is small, measuring approximately 4x4x1 inches (10 x 10 x 2.5cm), and mounts on a ceiling or wall. Developed for indoor use, it has an internal antenna for best appearance, and an option to extend the antenna for best performance. The ILLUMRA light sensor is made of recyclable plastic, is RoHS compliant, qualifies for LEED credits and helps buildings comply with International Green Construction Code standard 189.1.

*source: Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

About ILLUMRA  
ILLUMRA is the largest North American supplier of self-powered, battery-free, wireless lighting control and energy management systems, and a member of the EnOcean Alliance. All ILLUMRA products operate using the EnOcean protocol: the standard for low-power wireless communication. Transmitters harvest the energy they require from the motion of a switch, light on a solar cell, or from temperature differentials. This allows them to operate indefinitely without the use of batteries. The ILLUMRA product line includes multiple products that operate in the uncrowded 315 MHz band, offering greater transmission range than other wireless technologies and minimal competitive traffic. Products are sold via dealers and OEM partners throughout the world. For more information about ILLUMRA and its products, please visit www.ILLUMRA.com, or call (801) 349-1200.

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ILLUMRA Self-powered Wireless Controls introduced its new 65,000 dim step 24VDC wireless LED Dimmer along with its new wireless 0-10V Dimmer at Lightfair 2009 in New York. The new wireless devices provide ultra smooth LED dimming at all light levels. The wireless dimmers provide users the ability to adjust light levels to their preferences and allow the use of energy saving LED lights with the convenience of quality dimming control.

The ILLUMRA wireless 24VDC LED dimmer overcomes a major challenge faced by standard PWM LED dimmers; the device eliminates the issue of choppiness at low dim levels. Through the use of thousands of PWM dimming steps, the ILLUMRA LED Dimmer creates what is perceived by the natural eye as a single continuous dim — even at low light levels. The dimmer can easily drive 12V or 24V LED fixtures and loads requiring up to 5 amps of current. A unique feature of the dimmer is that it can be controlled from any switch wired to its local control input, in addition to ILLUMRA battery-free, wireless light switches.

The 0-10V Dimmer is used to control dimmable LED power supplies or dimmable fluorescent ballasts. In addition to its industry-standard 0-10V output, the dimmer conveniently provides a fully isolated switch output driver. The driver can be used to control an external relay, contactor or power-pack, completely disconnecting the load when it’s not in use, thereby achieving maximum energy savings.

The wireless capability of the new ILLUMRA dimmers allows users to control or dim lights using self-powered wireless light sensors, wireless occupancy sensors, wireless light switches, or other ILLUMRA wireless transmitters. This means the dimmers are able to be used in a variety of applications such as architectural dimming, daylighting, load shedding, manual ON / automatic OFF control, and more. The dimmers can dim lights in response to wireless light sensors indicating when natural light is available. They can also turn off or dim lights in vacant rooms or hallways by responding to signals from wireless motion sensors; additionally, the dimmers can be manually controlled with self-powered wireless switches. Each dimmer has an input for a wired 24v sensor, stores up to 30 wireless switches or sensors in its memory, and may function as a repeater for use in ILLUMRA wireless control networks. The ILLUMRA LED Dimmers are FCC/IC approved and RoHS compliant to minimize the environmental impact over the life cycle of the products.

About ILLUMRA

ILLUMRA Self-powered Wireless Controls is the largest supplier in North America, of self-powered, battery-free, wireless lighting control and energy management systems, and a member of the EnOcean Alliance. ILLUMRA provides simple wireless control systems that save energy, save time, and save money. ILLUMRA products operate using the EnOcean radio protocol, the wireless standard for sustainable buildings. EnOcean technology allows energy harvesting ILLUMRA transmitters to operate indefinitely without the use of batteries. The motion of a switch actuation, light on a solar cell, or other ambient energy in the environment provide power to ILLUMRA transmitters, creating zero-maintenance wireless devices. The ILLUMRA product line includes multiple products which operate in the uncrowded 315 MHz band offering greater transmission range than other wireless technologies and minimal competitive traffic.

For more information about ILLUMRA, please explore www.ILLUMRA.com, email [email protected], or call 801-349-1200.

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ILLUMRA introduces its new Estimator and Contractor Guides that make understanding and installing ILLUMRA wireless controls simple. ILLUMRA contractor guides provide all the necessary information to allow product specification, system creation, and installation of common lighting and HVAC wireless control solutions.

The new guides offer helpful tips and instructions on creating wireless control networks such as conference room and hotel room control systems and more using self-powered remote light switches, occupancy sensors, and other innovative ILLUMRA products. View the Guides online at www.ILLUMRA.com/Training.

Every project and control system is different; this makes it necessary for contractors to spend valuable time trying to figure out if a particular brand of controls is right for the job, which components of that system are needed, and how to install the components. ILLUMRA wireless controls are adaptable and can be used in a variety of projects. ILLUMRA Estimator and Contractor Guides teach which ILLUMRA products to use and how they fit together, eliminating electrical project hassles, speeding project delivery, and helping contractors and specifiers WOW their customers. The new Estimator and Contractor Guides allow specifiers and contractors to quickly and simply create the control system a customer needs.

All controls in the ILLUMRA product line are designed to install quickly and easily, provide custom lighting and HVAC controls, and reduce excess energy consumption. “The contractor guides are designed to teach about the total control system. They address common applications and make life easy for specifiers and contractors,” said Colby Gibson Sales and Marketing Manager with ILLUMRA.

Each ILLUMRA contractor and estimator guide addresses a common application and shows how to easily install components to create the desired system. The guides feature floor plan diagrams, ILLUMRA products used, wiring diagrams, and estimated installation times. From product specification to installation, ILLUMRA contractor guides walk specifiers and contractors through the ILLUMRA product purchasing and installation process. Using the guides, a specifier can know exactly what components to include in a project and a contractor can know just how to connect the components to create a system.

See the most recent contractor guides by clicking here. Check out the page often, as new guides will be added regularly.

Explore www.ILLUMRA.com to learn more about ILLUMRA Self-powered Wireless Controls.

ILLUMRA Self-powered Wireless Controls announced today a fundamental commitment to protect the environment by becoming an ENERGY STAR partner. ILLUMRA, through its voluntary partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s ENERGY STAR Program, will work to improve energy efficiency and sustain green initiatives. ILLUMRA offers a complete line of self-powered, wireless controls, including switches and occupancy sensors. Utilizing energy harvesting technology, ILLUMRA makes installation eco-friendly by eliminating additional wiring, battery waste, and unnecessary finish work.

ILLUMRA provides wireless controls that install quickly, making it simple to implement energy saving control systems in hospitality buildings, schools, and other commercial buildings. ILLUMRA believes that strategic energy management systems will help enhance the financial health of businesses and organizations and aid in preserving the environment for future generations.

“ILLUMRA is committed to protecting our environment and this partnership with Energy Star illustrates this commitment to specifiers, contractors, and building owners,” said Colby Gibson, Sales and Marketing Manager for ILLUMRA. “ILLUMRA products make otherwise inefficient new and existing buildings energy efficient which increases profitability.”

In partnership with ENERGY STAR, ILLUMRA will:

• Develop and implement plans consistent with the ENERGY STAR Energy Management Guidelines to achieve energy savings;
• Help spread the word about the importance of energy efficiency to our staff and community;
• Support the ENERGY STAR Challenge, a national call-to-action to help improve the energy efficiency of America’s commercial and industrial buildings by 10 percent or more;
• Highlight our achievements with recognition offered through ENERGY STAR

“Environmental responsibility is everyone’s responsibility – and today I’m pleased ILLUMRA Self-powered Wireless Controls is taking this motto to heart,” said EPA Administrator Stephen L. Johnson. “By making smart energy choices, ILLUMRA is helping improve our nation’s energy and environmental outlook.”

About ENERGY STAR

ENERGY STAR was introduced by EPA in 1992 as a voluntary, market-based partnership to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through energy efficiency. Today, the ENERGY STAR label can be found on more than 50 different kinds of products, new homes and commercial and industrial buildings. Products and buildings that have earned the ENERGY STAR designation prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy-efficiency specifications set by the government. In 2007, Americans, with the help of ENERGY STAR, saved about $16 billion on their energy bills while reducing the greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those of 27 million vehicles.

For more information about ENERGY STAR, visit www.energystar.gov or call toll-free 1-888-STAR-YES

About ILLUMRA

ILLUMRA Self-powered Wireless Controls is the largest supplier in North America, of self-powered, battery-free, wireless lighting control and energy management systems, and a member of the EnOcean Alliance. All ILLUMRA products operate using the EnOcean protocol, thede facto standard for energy-harvesting wireless controls. EnOcean technology allows energy harvesting ILLUMRA transmitters to operate indefinitely without the use of batteries. The motion of a switch actuation, light on a solar cell, or other ambient energy in the environment provide power to ILLUMRA transmitters, providing zero-maintenance wireless devices. The ILLUMRA product line includes multiple products which operate in the uncrowded 315 MHz band offering greater transmission range than other wireless technologies and minimal competitive traffic.

For more information about ILLUMRA, please explore www.ILLUMRA.com, email [email protected], or call 801-349-1200.

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ILLUMRA previewed its soon-to-be released thermostat at the recent AHR Expo 2009 in Chicago. The new thermostat provides quick and easy implementation of energy saving HVAC controls without running any new wire. The EnOcean compatible thermostat plays a key role in allowing energy saving ILLUMRA controls to be used with HVAC systems.

The ILLUMRA Thermostat wirelessly communicates with transmitters and receivers already a part of the ILLUMRA product line. For example, a Keycard Access Switch may be used to control the thermostat in a hotel room. An ILLUMRA motion sensor or Room Controller may control the thermostat in an office building or other commercial setting. When the thermostat receives “occupied” or “unoccupied” signals from ILLUMRA transmitters, the thermostat adjusts temperature set points accordingly to conserve energy.

Along with the coming thermostat, ILLUMRA offers several other products that assist in energy conservation and can be used in connection with HVAC systems. These include the SLT Wireless Sensor, Wireless Motion Sensors, the ILLUMRA Room Controller, the Wireless Room Temperature Sensor, and the Keycard Access Switch. Below is a brief overview of how each system component may be used to reduce energy consumption of HVAC units.

SLT Wireless Sensor
The SLT Wireless Sensor expands the energy saving abilities of HVAC control systems by allowing light controls to be added to HVAC systems. The SLT transmits a wireless signal each time power is turned ON or OFF to the sensor. In a building where an HVAC system is installed, SLT Wireless Sensors can be connected to the HVAC unit to transmit signals according to timer presets that are programmed into the heating and cooling system. These signals are picked up by ILLUMRA receivers connected to lights and devices in the room, and allow lights to be turned off when the climate control system is in economy mode.

Wireless Motion Sensors
ILLUMRA Wireless Motion Sensors are self-powered and surface mount using no wires. They transmit occupancy signals to the ILLUMRA Thermostat and to ILLUMRA Relay Receivers that may be connected to lights or other electronic devices. When motion is not detected in a room, HVAC systems automatically set to economy mode and lights and devices turn off.

ILLUMRA Room Controllers
Room controllers may be connected to hardwired occupancy sensors to achieve the same functionality offered by ILLUMRA motion sensors.

Wireless Room Temperature Sensor
The Wireless Room Temperature Sensor is self-powered and surface mounts using no wires. The sensor can be used to monitor the temperature in a room and transmit that data to an ILLUMRA Thermostat. The thermostat then controls the HVAC unit according to programmed preferences.

Keycard Access Switch
The Keycard Access Switch is intended to help implement energy saving controls in hotel rooms. When guests enter their room and slide their room card into the Keycard Access Switch, an “occupied” signal is sent to an ILLUMRA Thermostat and to relay receivers connected to lights and devices in the room. The thermostat automatically adjusts temperature set points to a narrow range (i.e. 70-72 degrees) and power is provided to lights and devices in the room. When guests remove their room card an “unoccupied” signal is transmitted to the ILLUMRA Thermostat, setting the HVAC unit to economy mode and withdrawing power from lights and devices in the room.

ILLUMRA room controllers help companies increase profitability. With revenue leveling off in today’s economy, many companies are looking to cut costs in order to post profits. ILLUMRA room controllers help do just that.

In commercial buildings, cooling systems, lights, and office equipment are the top three electricity consuming devices. Lighting alone can account for as much as 30% of a commercial building’s utility bill. Using ILLUMRA room controllers to turn off lights in unused areas significantly decreases electricity usage and makes for a more pleasant utility bill.

ILLUMRA room controllers are low voltage devices used in conjunction with occupancy sensors to receive and transmit information to ILLUMRA Receivers. The room controllers help reduce electricity demand in three ways.

Automatic Off Controls
Auto Off controls pay for themselves by ensuring that any unused light is turned off. ILLUMRA room controllers may be used with either wireless or wired occupancy sensors to automatically turn off lights in unoccupied areas of a building. Compatible occupancy sensors may be motion, ultrasonic, or dual-technology sensors.

Low Power Consuming Receivers
ILLUMRA room controllers consume very little standby power. Often control systems may promise great energy savings, but when the systems are off, can still suck a lot of power. ILLUMRA room controllers require well under 1 watt of standby power to stay operational. This means when lights are off, electricity is virtually off as well.

Energy Rebates
More and more states and utility companies are offering rebates to customers who reduce energy consumption during peak use times. ILLUMRA room controllers provide systems that are CA Title 24 and ASHRAE/IESNA standard 90.1 compliant and may qualify buildings for energy rebates in your area.

So, what are you waiting for? ILLUMRA room controllers offer lower electric bills through auto off controls, low standby power consumption, and possible energy rebates. Plus ILLUMRA controls install quickly and easily, allowing you to start enjoying energy savings immediately and keeping labor costs to a minimum. Help your bottom line. Order ILLUMRA today. Call (801) 349-1200 or click here to locate an ILLUMRA distributor near you.

ILLUMRA wireless automation systems provide valuable benefits for business owners moving to new locations. Whether a new building is being planned or an existing structure is being remodeled, ILLUMRA control systems can help tenants of new locations cut costs and get businesses up and running faster.

Opening a new business location can be time consuming and costly; often electrical systems are the cause of these problems. Electrical plans of new structures take time to design and install. Interior electrical systems of existing structures often need to be remodeled and customized to fit the needs of new tenants. In both new and existing buildings, business owners lose money each day the opening of business operations is delayed.

ILLUMRA provides the most adaptable wireless control system for commercial buildings. ILLUMRA automation systems offer easy-to-install lighting, occupancy, and HVAC controls. These control systems are the answer for businesses seeking to cut costs, save time, and increase profits.

New structures:

In preparing electrical plans, finalizing placement of light locations, switch locations, switch legs, and traveler wires consumes valuable time and adds days to project schedules. ILLUMRA controls do not use switch leg or traveler wires and surface mount anywhere once the building is finished. This speeds up electrical planning and simplifies installations. The design-build process, a increasingly popular method of completing builds on time and under budget, involves completing some portions of a project before all building plans are finalized. This process requires that technologies installed do not restrict portions of the project that lie ahead. In the design-build process ILLUMRA control systems eliminate difficulties arising from design revisions and change orders. ILLUMRA receivers can easily be installed along with light fixtures throughout a building; ILLUMRA wireless light switches can then be added at convenient locations when the building is complete.

Existing structures:

Uses for commercial building space change regularly. When a new store or office replaces a previous tenant, significant and expensive electrical remodeling often takes place. When the commercial space contains an ILLUMRA controls system, little or no electrical remodeling is necessary. Surface mounted ILLUMRA self-powered wireless light switches can easily be moved to new locations that may be more convenient for the new building layout. ILLUMRA receivers can quickly be reprogrammed to customize light controls to the needs of the new tenant. Adaptable ILLUMRA controls save time and money for the new business and help the business get up and running faster.

ILLUMRA, the largest supplier in North America, of self-powered, battery-free, wireless lighting control and energy management systems, announced today the release of their SLT (Switch Leg Transmitter) wireless sensor. The SLT wireless sensor is used to extend the control of one branch circuit to other branch circuits without installing wires between them. The SLT wireless sensor connects to an existing switched load and transmits a control signal to an ILLUMRA wireless receiver, which in turn, switches a distant load. The distant load follows the existing load with both loads turning on and off simultaneously.

The SLT wireless sensor is compatible with existing ILLUMRA wireless receivers. As with all ILLUMRA wireless devices, the SLT wireless sensor is easy to install and easy to use. The new sensor reduces cost by eliminating expensive materials and eliminating tedious and time-consuming labor. The SLT wireless sensor can control an unlimited number of ILLUMRA wireless receivers as long as they are within 150 feet of the SLT wireless sensor. Each ILLUMRA wireless receiver can respond to as many as 30 different SLT wireless sensors. “The introduction of the SLT wireless sensor to the ILLUMRA line increases the flexibility of the entire line”, explained Jan Finlinson, Vice President at ILLUMRA. “Successful companies are always looking for ways to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and save energy, which is why ILLUMRA is gaining so much momentum in our industry. Our customers are finding more and more ways to apply ILLUMRA controls. With the SLT wireless sensor, the possibilities are vast, indeed”, said Finlinson.

As lighting circuits are added to a building, integration with existing control systems may be costly, complex, and/or impractical. With the SLT wireless sensor, the action of the existing lighting control can be duplicated on the new lighting circuit. For example, when task lights are added to work surfaces in an industrial manufacturing facility, the control circuits from the existing lighting systems are not available at floor level, but power is already wired to the bench-top. Installation of a SLT wireless sensor at an existing controlled load will transmit a signal to ILLUMRA wireless relay receivers installed at the bench-top, avoiding wasted energy due to task lights left on unnecessarily.

Buildings using the SLT wireless sensor and other ILLUMRA products: qualify for LEED credits, may qualify for Energy-Star ratings, require fewer materials and less labor during installation, and have the ability to use less energy. The SLT wireless sensor is manufactured to the latest quality standards in an ISO 9001:2000 facility, is RoHS compliant, is FCC and IC approved, has earned safety approval listing status according to applicable UL and CSA standards, and bears the ETL safety listing mark.

About ILLUMRA

ILLUMRA is the largest supplier in North America, of self-powered, battery-free, wireless lighting control and energy management systems, and a member of the EnOcean Alliance. All ILLUMRA products operate using the EnOcean protocol, the de facto standard for energy-harvesting wireless controls. EnOcean technology allows energy harvesting ILLUMRA transmitters to operate indefinitely without the use of batteries. The motion of a switch actuation, light on a solar cell, or temperature differentials in the environment provide power to ILLUMRA transmitters, providing zero-maintenance wireless devices. The ILLUMRA product line includes multiple products which operate in the uncrowded 315 MHz band offering greater transmission range than other wireless technologies and minimal competitive traffic.

For more information, please explore www.ILLUMRA.com, email [email protected], or call 801-349-1200.

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ILLUMRA, the largest North American supplier of self-powered, battery-free, wireless lighting control systems, has announced its newest product innovation. The EnOcean + ZigBee long-range remote control system provides users with reliable light control at distances up to a mile away. The new long range hybrid system enables ILLUMRA self-powered wireless light controls to be used in a greater number of applications than was previously possible.

The ILLUMRA hybrid control system combines benefits of ZigBee 802.15.4 Industrial Wireless Relays (IWR) with the benefits of EnOcean compatible ILLUMRA Self-powered Wireless Controls. ILLUMRA wireless systems allow users to control electrical loads 150 feet away; the EnOcean + ZigBee hybrid system extends that range up to 1 mile. The system is made up of two component groups: first, an IWR pair designed to provide simple long-range remote control; and second, ILLUMRA battery-free wireless light switches and sensors, which are designed to provide easy-to-install light control and energy management systems. Together, these products make up the ILLUMRA hybrid system which provides simple, customizable, long range wireless light control, security control, pump station control, electronic sign control, traffic control, factory automation, and more. The hybrid system is especially effective for controlling loads across large open spaces where it would be preferable to not run wire. Examples of such applications include: barns, guest-houses, sports stadiums, tennis courts, boat-houses and garages.

The ILLUMRA hybrid system provides wireless remote control up to 1 mile away without the use of repeaters. The hybrid system uses ILLUMRA battery-free wireless light switches to produce a wireless signal. An ILLUMRA Low Voltage Relay Receiver that is connected to an Industrial Wireless Relay picks up the signal; the IWR then broadcasts the signal up to 1 mile away in all horizontal directions. A separate IWR connected to as many as four external relays, each sized for the load, receives the signal and controls attached electrical loads. The hybrid system may be used in 3-way switch applications by connecting ILLUMRA 5-wire Relay Receivers between the external relays and electrical loads.

ILLUMRA is excited about the opportunities the new hybrid system will open up to its customers. Contractors, specifiers, or other individuals can purchase components to create EnOcean + ZigBee long range remote control systems through ILLUMRA manufacturer’s sales representatives or from ILLUMRA distributors. To find the representative or distributor nearest you, please contact the ILLUMRA sales department at 801-349-1200.

About ILLUMRA

ILLUMRA is the largest supplier in North America, of self-powered, battery-free, wireless lighting control and energy management systems, and a member of the EnOcean Alliance. All ILLUMRA products operate using the EnOcean protocol, the de facto standard for energy-harvesting wireless controls. EnOcean technology allows energy harvesting ILLUMRA transmitters to operate indefinitely without the use of batteries. The motion of a switch actuation, light on a solar cell, or temperature differentials in the environment provide power to ILLUMRA transmitters, providing zero-maintenance wireless devices. The ILLUMRA product line includes multiple products which operate in the uncrowded 315 MHz band offering greater transmission range than other wireless technologies and minimal competitive traffic.

For more information, please explore www.ILLUMRA.com, email [email protected], or call 801-349-1200.

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ILLUMRA, the largest North American supplier of self-powered, battery-free, wireless lighting control, announced today the release of four powerful new switching relays. The devices are used in conjunction with EnOcean-enabled self-powered wireless light switches to provide maintenance free, reliable, and reconfigurable lighting control and energy management solutions. With an increased range and load capacity, the new ILLUMRA relays allow installers to experience the simplicity of advanced ILLUMRA controls in a greater number of applications.

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Installers can now use battery-free wireless light switches to control electrical loads up to 1500W (120V) or 3000W (240V). Additionally, users can now control lights from 150 feet away with high reliability. “The new ILLUMRA relays have been eagerly anticipated by our growing network of customers, distributors, and sales representatives in the commercial sector,” said Jan Finlinson, Vice President of ILLUMRA. “The increased power ratings, longer range wireless capability, 3-way switching and motor load control make these products extremely valuable to the wireless lighting control and energy management industry.”

Buildings that use ILLUMRA products potentially qualify for LEED credits and Energy-Star ratings. Such buildings require fewer materials and less labor during installation, and have the ability to use less energy. The new ILLUMRA relay receivers are ideal for use in commercial office spaces, warehouses, conference rooms, hospitals, entertainment venues, and other commercial/industrial applications. The devices have also been integrated directly into lighting fixtures by manufacturers, resulting in fixtures delivered to the job-site with ILLUMRA wireless controls built-in.

The new relays are available in three-wire and five-wire versions and are normally installed in an electrical junction box, fixture, or wiring cavity. The three-wire relay provides quick and easy basic wireless control while the five-wire relay provides more flexibility during installation and has a larger load rating, including motor loads. Each ILLUMRA relay receiver can respond to as many as 30 unique switches and/or sensors. Programming a receiver to respond to the unique ID of any transmitter can be done in a few seconds. The switches and sensors that control the relays are normally installed after the walls, furniture, and equipment have been installed in the space, simplifying electrical planning.

About ILLUMRA

ILLUMRA is the largest supplier in North America, of self-powered, battery-free, wireless lighting control and energy management systems, and a member of the EnOcean Alliance. All ILLUMRA products operate using the EnOcean protocol, the de facto standard for energy-harvesting wireless controls. EnOcean technology allows energy harvesting ILLUMRA transmitters to operate indefinitely without the use of batteries. The motion of a switch actuation, light on a solar cell, or other ambient energy in the environment provides power to ILLUMRA transmitters, providing zero-maintenance wireless devices. The ILLUMRA product line includes multiple products which operate in the uncrowded 315 MHz band offering greater transmission range than other wireless technologies and minimal competitive traffic.

For more information, please explore www.ILLUMRA.com, email [email protected], or call 801-349-1200.

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ILLUMRA products were used in an “unprecedented industry move” as part of a 10,000 sq. ft. office build-out in Boston, MA. The project was named “15 days”, because it was completed in that short amount of time. It was sponsored by Commodore Builders, Leggat McCall Properties, and Audrey O’Hagen Architects, who issued the following press release about the project.

View the 15 Days press release here.

ILLUMRA products were selected as the flexible lighting control system in the build-out blitz. During Day 12, the ILLUMRA wireless switching system was quickly and easily installed, saving money in both labor and materials. A short video clip can be viewed at the following link by clicking on “Daily Archives” then click on “Day 12”, where Karl Neubauer, Senior Project Manager for Leggat McCall Properties, explains the benefits of the ILLUMRA wireless switches.

ILLUMRA’s flexibility allows the office space to change without getting in the way. In fact, ILLUMRA systems can grow and change as needs in the space evolve. For example, the light switches can be moved to new locations in a matter of minutes. New switches can be added. Existing switches can be assigned to control different light fixtures. Temperature, motion, and light sensors can control the lights, shades and/or HVAC system. Because they never require batteries to operate, ILLUMRA switches are literally maintenance-free. “ILLUMRA wireless control products are changing the way architects, specifiers, interior designers, lighting designers, and builders approach projects. Workspace personalization and office reconfiguration become more practical and affordable, and last-minute changes to wall configurations are no longer a cause for project delays,” says Jan Finlinson, Vice President of ILLUMRA.

ILLUMRA products provide ongoing savings because they can intelligently save energy through the use of wireless sensors. ILLUMRA products are also compatible with a wide variety of commonly available wired sensors from almost any manufacturer.

ILLUMRA products also qualify buildings in which they are used for LEED credits. In 1998 the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System was developed. Green buildings are healthier, more environmentally responsible, more energy efficient, and more profitable to operate. ILLUMRA products helped the “15 day” project to achieve a GOLD rating in the LEED Green Building Rating System.

For more information about ILLUMRA products, please explore www.ILLUMRA.com

About ILLUMRA

ILLUMRA is the largest supplier in North America, of self-powered, battery-free, wireless lighting control and energy management systems and is member of the EnOcean Alliance. All ILLUMRA products operate using the EnOcean protocol, the de facto standard for energy-harvesting wireless controls. The technology allows energy harvesting ILLUMRA transmitters to operate indefinitely without the use of batteries. The motion of a switch actuation, light on a solar cell, or other ambient energy in the environment provide power to ILLUMRA transmitters, providing zero-maintenance wireless devices. The ILLUMRA product line includes multiple products which operate in the uncrowded 315 MHz band offering greater transmission range than other wireless technologies and minimal competitive traffic.

For more information visit www.ILLUMRA.com, email [email protected], or call 801-349-1200.

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Orem, UT, April 30, 2008 — ILLUMRA Self-powered Wireless Controls announced today a new line of self-powered wireless controls that reduce the amount of time and materials needed to install energy management systems in green buildings. Based on EnOcean technology, the new ILLUMRA™ product line will include wireless light switches, temperature sensors, occupancy sensors and light sensors that are powered using solar or mechanical energy sources. These battery-free transmitters communicate with room and building controllers to conserve energy through occupancy sensing, daylight harvesting and personal workspace control technologies.

Green buildings minimize energy waste by switching off lights and reducing air conditioning demands in unoccupied spaces; reducing artificial light levels when natural light is available; and allowing building occupants to customize lighting and temperature preferences at individual workspaces. Implementing these technologies enhances productivity and saves on long term costs but traditionally requires extra wiring and time for installation. ILLUMRA self-powered wireless controls provide solutions for energy efficient buildings while requiring substantially less time and materials to perform the installation. Because the EnOcean based transmitters do not use batteries, the system offers maintenance-free, long-term operation.

ILLUMRA products do not require wiring from the transmitter to the controlled device, allowing the switches and sensors to be installed anywhere. Wireless light switches and sensors mount directly to walls or other surfaces and can be relocated easily. The receiver modules plug into outlets or can be hard-wired to the devices they control.

The ILLUMRA wireless light switch uses a small micro-generator to convert each switch press into a small amount of electricity that powers a built-in transmitter. ILLUMRA sensors harvest energy through a small solar cell which collects energy from ambient light.

Electrical-equipment distributors across the U.S. stock products by ILLUMRA Self-powered Wireless Controls. To find a distributor location near you, please visit the ILLUMRA distributor map by clicking here: ILLUMRA distributor map.

About ILLUMRA

ILLUMRA is the largest supplier in North America, of self-powered, battery-free, wireless lighting control and energy management systems, and a member of the EnOcean Alliance. All ILLUMRA products operate using the EnOcean protocol, the de facto standard for energy-harvesting wireless controls. EnOcean technology allows energy harvesting ILLUMRA transmitters to operate indefinitely without the use of batteries. The motion of a switch actuation, light on a solar cell, or temperature differentials in the environment provide power to ILLUMRA transmitters, providing zero-maintenance wireless devices. The ILLUMRA product line includes multiple products which operate in the uncrowded 315 MHz band offering greater transmission range than other wireless technologies and minimal competitive traffic.

For more information, please explore www.ILLUMRA.com, email [email protected], or call 801-349-1200.

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