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Top Men :: A Tron Inspired EL Wire Band

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:45:00 +0000

From our neighbors to the north, comes an exciting new band that thrives on technology. This unique group certainly knows how to party, and dresses the part. As each band member comes on stage with a different Tron-inspired persona, the crowd lights up with excitement. Not to be thought of a just a band, or just a bar, Top Men want to you to simply, experience. Next time you are up in Canada, look up Top Men for an experience you will never forget.

For more information on the Top Men Experience, visit: http://topmenband.wordpress.com

Costumes were made by the band, and purchased Ready Made EL Wire Kits from Ellumiglow.com.

Click on the video below to check them out in action.

Floating Nightclub Design Proposed In China

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:23:00 +0000

New Nightclub Design Proposed in Hong Kong

As space is becoming more and more of a commodity in the busy streets of Hong Kong, some bars are turning to another approach. Hanging from other buildings. A project that just won 3rd prize in the "Night Club Hotel in Hong Kong International Competition" is looking to do just this.

Urban Plunger, a young architectural firm made this concept and is hoping for it to become a reality. The proposed structure is 100% suspended from nearby buildings and completely inaccessible from the street level. Leaning on nearby buildings, this unique architectural delight may become a standard among Hong Kong bars over the coming decade or two.

The lowest (above street level) portion will host the nightclub, while the mid-level will accommodate the lobby, swimming pool, and restaurant. The upper portion will be hotel guest rooms if this proposition goes through. The building is proposed to be street level elevators which would be open to the public to view the spectacular nightclub and lobby.

How do they do it? The entire building would be suspended from nearby buildings and transfer its entire load to its neighbors allowing the use of new age composite materials for the structure. Whether this will ever come to fruition or not, its certainly an inspiration for future bar designs to come.

How To Solder EL Wire - With Video

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 16:11:00 +0000

Here is a quick how-to video that our customers were asking for. Enjoy!

In this video, you will see from a first person perspective how to solder EL Wire.

Here's what you will need in order to complete this exercise:

EL Wire (can be found at Ellumiglow.com)
Battery Pack
EZ Connector
Heat Shrink Tubing
Wire Strippers
Lighter (or heat gun)
Soldering Iron
Solder
Glove (never can be too careful!)
Knife (can use wire strippers as well)

New COD Modern Warfare Electroluminescent Billboard

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:34:00 +0000

The first ever Electroluminescent Billboard, lit entirely of EL Tape is catching the advertising world by storm. By day, is a standard Billboard, but at night, the back-lit billboard lights up the entire block, as you can see this from a mile away... Literally!

Check out the video below for the making of this revolutionary billboard.

For more information on how you can acquire this type of new advertising medium for your business, go to:

http://www.ellumiglow.com/EL-Panel-Inquiry-s/24.htm

LED Par Cans Tap Into The Wireless Digital Age

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:44:00 +0000

What if we told you we have a new lighting product that will save you time, money and revolutionize the way your company does business? A new partnership between Wire-Free LED and Ellumiglow.com brings you the most exciting lineup of LED Par Cans in the history of Club Lighting. Now stage lighting can be installed in literally seconds and whole rooms can be installed in just minutes. Quality, wireless, long lasting, versatile lighting fixtures have finally arrived.

New Wire-Free LED Par Can technology uses high output LED RGB, lighting fixtures to provide exceptional lighting quality, combined with simplicity. Capable of producing nearly every color in the spectrum, these Club Lights come with over 100 beautiful preset colors, and even produce TRUE White. Now you can control your LED Par Cans with a color remote, DMX, manually, or even with an iPhone. No cords, means no mess, no time, and no hassle.

High output Wire-Free LED Lights put out the same output as a typical par 56, but are rated for use for 80,000 to 100,000 hours. This means it could quite possibly be the last lighting fixture you ever need.

Assembled in the USA, these new high quality dj lighting fixtures are not only the talk of the town, but soon to be your favorite light in your arsenal. With high performance lead acid internal batteries, these fixtures stay lit for 6-12 hours. When finished, place the lights back into the charging flight case, and plug the case into the nearest outlet. No need to mess around with cords, wires or numerous plugs any longer. Case is durable for a life on the road and keeps your Wire-Free LED's charged, safe and happy.

Versatility is another key element in the Wire-Free LED lineup, as all fixtures can be mounted on trussing, placed on the floor or table, and even mounted to the wall or ceiling in seconds. Forget about running wires all across the room, these lighting fixtures are sure to be headache free.

Ready to buy? These lights are sold in sets of 6, and include a FREE Charging Flight Case (for a limited time). Pick them up at Ellumiglow.com and select which option works best for you.

Tips For Night Running - Be Seen, Be Safe

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 21:32:00 +0000

As the days get shorter, many people like me have the same feeling… “Oh well, no more night running after work”. And then shortly after, the holidays come around and we come to the realization, it’s time to jump into the fat pants again. Working out after work doesn’t have to stop when it gets dark, and here are a few helpful tips to keep you seen and safe while finishing up your evening workout.

See Or Be Seen – The number one reason why people don’t work out as much during the winter is they don’t have the right tools. Like a carpenter without a hammer, it’s no reason why you don’t work out in the dark. Your safety is more important than gaining a few lbs’s. Illuminating yourself is just as important as illuminating your path. Many times when we work out at night, you can get by with the city’s street lights or even the run where night time paths are common. Choosing a well-lit path in parks, boardwalks, and near rivers typically has well lit running paths in order to see where you are going.

But what stops us is we don’t know how to light up… Until now.

EL Wire – Is the best resource for runners. It’s a thin copper wire that weighs practically nothing and is perfect for night running. It’s flexible, can be worn all around your body and can be seen in perfect darkness. What’s nice about this is you can be seen from all sides, not just from straight on. The battery packs that come with them are water resistant and take common batteries, unlike many portable LED Lights today. The wire also comes in a number of fashionable, designer colors, so you don’t have to sacrifice looks for safety. Now your lighting can be as bold as you want to be. Whether you are wearing around your waist, or have it attached to your shoes, EL Wire will be your best friend at night.

Headlamp – If you choose not to wear EL Wire, a headlamp is a good idea. If you have the resources to use both EL Wire and a headlamp, this will ensure you will be seen, and keep you safe as day. The downside of a headlamp only is that it is only effective when coming from straight on. The most common accident runners have is being hit from the side, or from behind, all due to not being seen. The second most common accident night runners have is not hearing oncoming traffic. Making sure to remove the headphones when running at night is a good idea, as it keeps you aware of your surroundings.

You are much less likely to be in an accident when Night Running if you are wearing apparel that is glowing. Be prepared and glow before you lace up your shoes and you make sure to stay out of your fat pants all winter long.

New LED Sky Lighting Makes Businesses Work Better

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:28:00 +0000

New technology brings better work environments. One thing that has been lacking from offices around the world is ample lighting. Until now, we were stuck with either florescent lighting which is rough on the eyes, or as of recently, LED replacement bulbs. These replacements are far better on the eyes, although it still leaves us with the same problem, which is the rather uninspiring lighting that surrounds the work environment. Imagine being able to bring your desk outside and work under the blue skies.

(Photo Credit: Fraunhofer IAO)

The innovative new luminous ceiling, developed by the Fraunhofer researchers provides a magical alternative to uninspiring lighting. These 20” square ceiling tiles each have 288 LEDs with a combination of red, blue, green and white LED’s which allow a full color spectrum with 16 million color possibilities.

When combined with one another, these panels create a virtual sky which simulates natural sunlight on a cloudy day. Researchers have been carefully examining the lighting patterns of clouds as they roll through the sky and how light is affected, which enabled them to put their research into computer chips. Currently, the sky pattern allows for sunny, cloudy, fast moving and slowly transitioning skies. As this is developed further, we will begin to see customizable sky patterns which will allow business owners to adjust how their employees feel just based on the lighting. This should allow for better productivity, as well as better employee morale.

From March 6-10, this display will be debuted at the CeBIT trade fair in Hannover. Price is currently 1,000 euros per square meter, however as this idea takes form to other businesses, we should soon start to see the price drop and easily affordable to many businesses.

Bass Activated EL Wire Homemade Sunglasses Fit For ... Kanye

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:57:00 +0000

Reader (ch00ftech) reports a new style of EL Wire Sunglasses sure to catch on. Made from an Arduino chip and a little neatly placed super glue, these unique glasses I'm sure were the hit of NYE 2012.

Read more from his blog here. http://t3chnolochic.blogspot.com/p/design-sketches-electronics.html

EL Double Helix Lamp

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 14:48:00 +0000

Very cool EL Lamp created by new submitter, LucidMovement recently created this very cool way to make another use out of EL Wire. Check out this video for more information on it.

The inspiration behind the lamp is obviously a DNA double-helix, but what you may not know is to grow the crystals, LucidMovement built a helix-shaped growing substrate from nichrome and Electroluminescent Wire and submerged in a warm aluminum solution. As soon as crystallization occurred, it was mounted in an acrylic tube, and sealed with silicon. Pretty cool stuff!

It's Not Too Late For Stocking Stuffers

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:45:00 +0000

Hurry! There's still time to order your last minute Christmas gifts, stocking stuffers and more from Ellumiglow.com. Last day for guaranteed delivery before Christmas is Monday, December 19th.

Cool stocking stuffer ideas are found here.

Shroom Nightclub Stepping Up The Club Lighting Game

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 16:24:00 +0000

From the creators of Disney, wait no, Pixar, oops wrong again, try The Busride Design Studio, comes a new breed of nightclub design. Shroom nightclub is a all new nightclub who's decor comes from our favorite fungus, the mushroom. Over 12,000 sqft of modern design, cool lines and amazing lighting. Our featured nightclub is sure to impress. Next time you find yourself in, well New Delhi, make sure to check out Shroom.

For the coolest Nightclub lighting, check out Ellumiglow.com

Tron Costume Contest - Winners Announced

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 16:59:00 +0000

Thanks to everyone in participating in our 2011 Tron Costume Contest. We appreciate all the feedback, support, and wonderful pictures. We may have to do this again next year when Tron 2 (or 3 depending on how you look at it) comes out. It was just too much fun! Here are a recap of this years winners, along with pictures of the entries and notables.

Grand Prize: Annette Mesa

Runner Up: Vincent Rojas

Second Runner Up: Adam Sanders (we had intended on only having one runner up, but we got way too many cool entries we had to give another prize!)

Here are a few other terrific costumes that need to be seen. Great job everyone that entered!

For more information how these costumes were able to light up, visit: Our EL Tape Section at Ellumiglow.com

Tron Style Surfers From The Land Down Under

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 17:56:00 +0000

Credit Aquabumps

Australia. Known for is cute lovable Koala bears, Fosters (Australian for beer), and now Night Surfing. Taking the world by storm, this up and coming sport takes EL Wire and gives it an amazingly cool use. Sewed neatly along a wetsuit, along with EL Wire glued to a surfboard, this new sport gives surfers the ability to surf day or night.

The use of Waterproof EL Wire Battery Packs enable the EL Wire to be completely submerged in water, while still functioning perfectly. Disclaimer: Many EL Wire inverters and battery packs are not waterproof, so if you intend in making night surfing your new sport, make sure it's waterproof or your surf sesh will be cut short!

Thanks to a user submission (@BFunk20XX), this awesome video came across our desk.

Nightclub Lighting Basics With DJ Lasers

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 22:02:00 +0000

Pretty much the reasons people go to nightclubs is to drink, listen to music, socialize and enjoy themselves. For that reason, the process of setting up a nightclub to meet all these needs is not an easy task. By purchasing the right furniture, right lighting and have a good club sound, many needs are able be met.

Purchasing the correct lighting is one of the more daunting tasks as there are a plethora of options for the right kind of club lights. From disco balls, to LED Gobos, nightclub lighting has changed drastically over the past 10 years. Nearly all club lighting uses intelligent features, like sound activated modes, and easy plug and play capabilities for ease of use to a club owner. Knowing what to choose is one of the more difficult tasks and the easiest way to figure out what is needed is to sit down and decide what works best for your club.

Step one is to take out a sheet of paper and lay out your nightclub from a bird’s eye perspective. This will give you an idea of where to focus your main efforts. If you have a main stage, or main bar area, this is where you will focus most of your efforts. For the purpose of this article, we will focus our main efforts on the main stage, or DJ Booth.

Step two is to decide what type of atmosphere you intend on providing your patrons. Whether you are looking for hard hitting club sound, or ambient lounge atmosphere, you need to decide first off what you are providing to your soon to be happy customers. Let’s say again that you are making a nightclub that will be hosting big name DJ’s and you want a good stage setup to enhance the DJ’s performance. The number one ROI Lighting device is a Nightclub Laser. These devices are a far cry away from the old shoebox lasers from a decade ago. Today’s lasers can provide an entire room with an amazing feel with very little effort. Purchasing lights in pairs makes for great symmetry in a room and is very important to keep that lighting balance. This balance maintains proper light across the room, and also makes it easier for our eyes to adjust, which makes for a more enjoyable atmosphere. Making sure that you are purchasing a 100% USA Legal laser is THE MOST important thing while shopping for a laser system. While there are many retailers on Ebay, Amazon and Overstock, 99.9% of these lasers are not legal for use, or for sale in the USA. Using illegal lasers in your club can get you in big trouble, as well as cost you hefty fines. Assuming you purchase a 100% Legal Laser system, the legal implications are no greater than a patron spilling a drink on another while inside your club. Many club owners think there are heavy legal ramifications by using lasers, and most are not aware how to buy legally, is why only 1/30 nightclubs incorporate lasers today.

Step three is deciding which laser to use in your club. Many times the greatest powered laser may not be the best approach. Scaling down a laser that is in line with your club’s size may be better for everyone as the light will be less obtrusive, and more beautiful to all viewers. Typically laser projectors over 1W of power are meant for outdoor lighting and are just too powerful for everyday club use. RGB Laser projectors are the best for clubs as they can provide nearly any color in the lighting spectrum. This allows you to match your clubs atmosphere or other DMX Lighting.

Step four is integration. Selecting other lights that work well with lasers are typically intelligent lights, like Gobos, LED Effect Lights, and Par Cans. In today’s club lighting schemes, if you don’t have LED Par Cans, you aren’t doing something right. These are a must have in any room, because they can fill the space nicely and provide great ambiance to a room in any color you choose via the DMX controls.

As you can see, there are a number of things to think about when planning your nightclub lighting, however when you plan accordingly your patrons will love it and will continue to come back for more.

A Disney Winter Wonderland - Of LED Lights

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:56:00 +0000

Winter Wonderland

If you are in the North Bay Area (California) this holiday season, a house that can't be missed is the most unique lighting anywhere we've seen. All characters and lights are unique designs of Scott Weaver and all are hand painted works of art. The lighting is a generous byproduct of the house as you can probably see it from outer space.

Here's the link to a map if you want to check it out this holiday: Cielo St. Rohnert Park, CA

Scott has also created the San Francisco Treat out of toothpicks which he considers his life's greatest work. With over 3,000 hours spent on it, you can see why here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/tinkering_studio/5613291421/

For some great stocking stuffer ideas, check out these great Christmas Stocking Stuffers

New Club Lighting Products Just In Time For NYE 2012

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 14:16:00 +0000

Want to make a big impact this New Years Eve 2012? Try outfitting your Nightclub or bar with these fantastic new products. Made up of low power consumption LED's, these new lights can practically run themselves. Try replacing those power sucking old light balls and outfit with the hottest new lighting for your nightclub.

Find the hottest Nightclub Lighting only at Ellumiglow.com.

London's In The Holiday Spirit

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 18:05:00 +0000

Visiting London this Holiday? Make sure to check out the Somerset House, which boasts the best ice skating rink across the country, along with a beautiful light up Musical Christmas Tree.

Opening today all the way through Christmas, get your holiday spirit on in style at the coolest (no pun intended) Ice Rink in town.

For more information on the Somerset House Ice Skating Rink

Give The Gift Of Glow This Holiday

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 16:56:00 +0000

When thinking of loved ones this Christmas, get them something they've been waiting for, the gift of glow. Check out these unique lighting pieces that are great for the home, and the perfect addition for someone who has everything... or nothing.

Check out these cool Stocking Stuffers!

Live Your Life LED Night Light

SFMOMA: 3D Screen of LED Lights

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:35:00 +0000

San Francisco, the home of the Golden Gate Bridge, Pier 39 and some amazing art exhibits. The SFMOMA (San Francisco Museum of Modern Art) has one of the coolest exhibits ever. The exhibit "Exploded Views" is a seemingly random mess of flickering LED Lights at first glance. But heat out to the upstairs landing and suddenly these random lights will transform themselves into a 3D looking screen where human figures come to life!

Artist Jim Campbell recently unveiled his latest creation, which is composed of thousands of computer controlled LED Lights creating an atmosphere of humanistic shadows and fleeting figures.

Above: Jim Campbell, Exploded Views (Improv), 2011 (installation view); 2880 LED lights, custom electronics; Choreography: Alonzo King LINES Ballet; Commissioned by the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, courtesy the artist and Hosfelt Gallery, San Francisco – New York; ©Jim Campbell, photo: Sarah Christianson

For more information on this exhibit, visit: http://www.mymodernmet.com/profiles/blogs/sfmoma-led-lights-transform-into-3d-screen

Deadmau5 Head Submission

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 20:47:00 +0000

In case you wanted to see a cool Deadmau5 head that is (no pun intended) back from the dead, check out this customer's submission. All original design by Joanna D. from New Jersey.

2 - Electroluminescent Wire Ready Made Kits were used to illuminate the undead head.

Cattle Call: Now YOU Can Apply To Be An Astronaut

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 15:22:00 +0000

A new application process emerges for NASA, and starting yesterday, they are holding open enrollment to be considered for employment. The next class of astronauts could potentially be you. If you can apply at USAjobs.gov, you could be the next Buzz Aldrin. These new breed of astronauts will advance the research on the space station to benefit life on Earth, and develop the knowledge to seek out new life and new civilization.... To boldly go where no man, has gone before.

For more information on how to be considered for space exploration, check out:

NASA.gov Astronaut Application

If Tron Had a Day Job

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 22:41:00 +0000

Not sure if Tron sits behind a desk all day when he's not light-fighting, but if he does have a real job, it would probably be in a place like this.

Believe it or not, this is a company in Spain that deals with sewage. Interesting motif, but it could be worse I guess. Next time you are sitting in your cubicle, do yourself a favor and ask your boss for some new digs.

For more information on how you can get your office to look like Tron, check out the products from Ellumiglow.com

For more reading on this office, check out Dvice.com

Happy Halloween!

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 00:38:00 +0000

Thank you for everyone's patience during this EXTREMELY busy (and rather hectic) time. Make sure you get your costume submissions in before November 5th so you can be added to our costume contest! Happy Halloween to all and to all a glowing night!

Toyko Subways Get Lightsabers - Eat Your Heart Out George Lucas!

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 15:17:00 +0000

Only in Tokyo would you find this.... As an advertisement to promote Star Wars coming out on Blu-Ray, advertising ninjas decided to add a light saber to the city's subways. These lightsabers come complete with an on/off button and LED Light, and will most likely be around for about as long as Comic Book Guy can keep his hands off of them.

Find out more about this story: tokyo subway gets lightsaber handrails

Tron Costume Contest Starts Oct 1st

noreply@blogger.com (Your Guide For All Things Glowing) — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 07:35:00 +0000

Programs! Lend me your bites...

Now that I have your attention, starting October 1st, Ellumiglow.com is holding a Tron Costume contest where we will be accepting submissions all throughout the month of October for a chance to win some free EL Wire!

More details coming October 1st including how to enter. Get your orders in early, and may the best costume win!

For more information, and to order EL Wire or EL Tape, visit Ellumiglow.com