Cree LED and SANlight Forge Strategic Partnership to Enhance Horticulture Lighting
In a significant development for the horticulture lighting industry, Cree LED, a leading brand under Penguin Solutions Inc. (Nasdaq: PENG), has announced a partnership with SANlight GmbH, based in Schruns, Austria. This collaboration aims to integrate Cree LED’s innovative J Series® products into SANlight's new STIXX-Series luminaires, designed specifically for high-efficiency horticultural applications.
1. Advancing Horticulture with Innovative Lighting Solutions
The STIXX-Series luminaires, which SANlight is set to showcase at the MJBizCon tradeshow in Las Vegas from December 2-5, 2025, are engineered for environments where space is at a premium. Featuring a slim, compact design and impressive module efficiency of up to 3.1 μmol/J, these fixtures promise to deliver exceptional performance for growers seeking to maximize their yield.
Cree LED’s J Series® products are backed by rigorous LM-80 testing, ensuring an impressive TM-21 lifetime of over 53,000 hours. This longevity, combined with advanced secondary optics that enhance light delivery to the plant canopy while maintaining the integrity of the LEDs, supports the STIXX luminaires’ robust IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. These features collectively ensure the fixtures maintain high performance and durability, even in challenging conditions.
2. Leadership and Vision in Horticulture Lighting
Joe Clark, president of Cree LED, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “With Cree LED’s leadership in LEDs and established track record in optimizing solutions for horticulture, this partnership with SANlight is a natural fit.” He emphasized the alignment of SANlight’s commitment to sustainable agronomy and deep understanding of photobiology with Cree LED’s mission to enhance lighting performance for growers globally.
Martin Anker, CEO of SANlight GmbH, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the importance of innovation and quality in the collaboration. “Choosing Cree LED as our technology partner ensures that every grower can experience lighting that maximizes yield and efficiency,” he stated. The STIXX-Series is designed to support vigorous plant growth through all stages, from vegetative to generative phases, further solidifying its application in diverse horticultural settings.
3. Versatility and Adaptability for Growers
The modular design of the STIXX-Series allows for versatile applications, whether as a classic toplight, undercanopy light, or in vertical farming setups. This adaptability enables growers to customize their lighting solutions according to their specific needs, delivering uniform and diffused light at varying intensities. The focus on optimizing yield, quality, and energy consumption is a significant advantage for commercial growers looking to enhance their operations.
4. A Bright Future for Horticultural Innovation
The partnership between Cree LED and SANlight is poised to redefine standards in horticulture lighting, offering growers state-of-the-art solutions that drive efficiency and productivity. As the industry continues to evolve, collaborations like this highlight the importance of technological advancements in meeting the growing demand for sustainable and high-quality agricultural practices.
As SANlight prepares to demonstrate the STIXX fixtures at MJBizCon, industry stakeholders are keenly watching how this partnership will influence the future of horticultural lighting and contribute to a more sustainable agronomy landscape.
For more information about Cree LED’s horticulture solutions, visit www.cree-led.com and for details about SANlight, visit www.sanlight.com.
