Acrylic Design Adds to LED Manufacturing Expertise
Acquisition of LED Manufacturing business makes building lighted displays more efficient
We are excited to announce that Acrylic Design Associates has acquired the manufacturing arm of Lightboard Technologies, a Minnesota-based provider of LED lighting solutions.
While Lightboard Technologies will continue to serve as a supplier of LED parts, the building of LED light strips, harnesses and other assemblies will now be handled in-house at Acrylic Design. Already a leader in creating LED-illuminated fixtures, signs and other design features, adding this manufacturing capability enhances Acrylic Design’s ability to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions to our clients.
Why LED Lighting?
LED lights are the preferred choice for lighting a variety of retail and architectural applications, due to their many advantages over other options such as neon, fluorescent, halogen and incandescent lighting, to name a few. Some of these advantages include:
- Energy Efficiency. LEDs consume significantly less power than traditional lighting, helping to lower energy costs and improve sustainability.
- Lifespan. LEDs offer the longest lifespan compared to other common lighting options, reducing the need for replacements and maintenance.
- Brightness and Customization. LEDs can be configured in a wide variety of ways to optimize brightness, warmth, and dynamic effects such as dimming or color changes.
- Design Flexibility. LEDs can be incorporated into a variety of shapes, sizes and materials, allowing for creative and customized installations. Their compact size means they can be used to illuminate small and intricate applications, as well.
- Light Guide Plates. Acrylic Design uses LEDs to build light guide plates, which are used to evenly distribute light across a variety of retail displays, fixtures and signs. This eliminates the hot or dark spots that can occur with traditional lighting techniques.
- Environmental Benefits. LEDs do not contain hazardous materials like mercury (found in fluorescent lights) and are recyclable. They also produce less heat, which contributes to energy efficiency. And when paired with Recrylic® certified recycled acrylic, they can be a big part of reducing a project’s carbon footprint.
- Reliability. All LED innovations created by Acrylic Design come with a worry-free warranty and are eligible for UL certification, a globally recognized mark of safety, quality, and compliance for electrical products.
What This Acquisition Means
By integrating Lightboard Technologies’ LED manufacturing capabilities, Acrylic Design Associates will now offer:
- Enhanced In-House LED Expertise: With this acquisition, we gain advanced LED technology and manufacturing expertise, allowing us to design and produce custom lighting solutions for retail environments, signage, and displays.
- Improved Efficiency: Bringing LED production in-house reduces lead times and ensures tighter control over quality and customization, enabling faster delivery and lower costs.
- Increased Sustainability Focus: The acquisition positions us to continue developing energy-efficient and eco-friendly lighting solutions, aligning with our commitment to sustainable practices.
“This is an exciting step for Acrylic Design Associates,” said Acrylic Design President Bill McNeely, Jr. “Lightboard Technologies is a leader in LED innovation, and the acquisition of its manufacturing arm strengthens our ability to deliver cutting-edge designs with seamless lighting integration. Our clients will benefit from enhanced creativity, faster timelines, and unmatched quality.”
What’s Next?
Acrylic Design is already integrating Lightboard Technologies’ LED manufacturing processes into our operations. Clients can expect new opportunities to elevate their projects with dynamic lighting solutions that captivate audiences and bring designs to life.
Stay tuned for updates as we launch new capabilities and continue to expand what’s possible in the world of retail design and visual merchandising.
Learn More.
To learn more about LED innovations or to schedule a consultation, please complete the form below or visit www.acrylicdesign.com.
