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In today’s lighting market, smart lighting control systems are increasingly important: they offer energy-efficiency, flexibility, ease of commissioning, and enhanced user experiences. Among the leading technologies is Casambi — a wireless and wired lighting control solution built around Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) mesh and an open ecosystem. Simultaneously, lighting manufacturers such as Ningbo Qisen Lighting are seizing the opportunity by integrating advanced control technologies into their fixture portfolios, positioning themselves to serve both standard lighting and smart lighting markets.

This article will first explore Casambi’s technology, its architecture, features and typical applications in luminaires. Then it will turn to Ningbo Qisen Lighting Technology Co., Ltd., outlining the company’s profile, and analysing what advantages it has in leveraging Casambi (or smart‐control) technologies in its lighting fixtures.

Casambi is a lighting control technology developed by Casambi Technologies (founded in 2011) that centres on wireless control of luminaires via Bluetooth Low Energy, but also supports wired protocols and hybrid systems. Services+4US Casambi+4Casambi+4

According to the official site, Casambi has been deployed in over 250,000 projects worldwide. Casambi+1

Its ecosystem is designed to be open: drivers, sensors, switches, luminaires and modules from many manufacturers can be integrated and interoperate within the Casambi network. casambi.pt+1

One of Casambi’s core technologies is the BLE mesh network: each Casambi node (for example a Casambi‐enabled driver, module, sensor or luminaire) can communicate locally and also forward mesh messages to other nodes, meaning that the intelligence is distributed and there is no single point of failure. Services+1

BLE is chosen because it is the low-power wireless radio technology already embedded in virtually all modern smartphones, tablets and smart-watches — making commissioning and control via mobile apps intuitive. US Casambi+1

While Casambi emphasises the wireless BLE mesh, it also supports wired standards such as DALI, 0-10 V / 1-10 V, phase-cut dimming, and integrates sensors and EnOcean switches. This gives designers and manufacturers the flexibility to integrate existing lighting control infrastructure with wireless modules. casambi.pt+1

The user / commission interface is the “Casambi App” (iOS/Android), which allows setup, grouping of luminaires, scenes, schedules, and remote monitoring. Some use cases also include cloud‐based remote access, data logging and analytics. Services+1

Here are some of the main features of Casambi technology and why they matter for lighting systems:

: Casambi emphasises that its system is open and supports full compatibility between “Casambi Ready” products and the native Casambi modules. This means luminaire manufacturers and component suppliers can adopt the technology and still maintain compatibility with existing Casambi networks. casambi.pt+1

: Because the communication is wireless (or uses existing wiring) and the intelligence is distributed, the installation complexity is reduced. Fewer gateways or dedicated cables may be required. “Clean” installation is a key benefit cited on the Casambi homepage. US Casambi+1

: The mesh network allows extension from a single room to multi-floor or multi-building installations. The platform supports many device types and large numbers of nodes. Casambi+1

: Because new luminaires or sensors can be added, and control logic (scenes, schedules) can be modified via software, a Casambi system offers adaptability over the lifetime of the installation. Also, support for future wireless standards is a stated benefit. Services

: Casambi enables functions like occupancy sensing, daylight harvesting, scheduling, task tuning and human-centric lighting profiles — contributing to energy savings and better lighting quality. Services+1

: With a mesh architecture and local intelligence in each node, the network avoids a single point of failure (such as a central controller), thereby enhancing reliability. Services

When it comes to the integration of Casambi (or Casambi-enabled control) into lighting fixtures, there are a number of typical approaches and beneficial applications:

Manufacturers can incorporate Casambi modules into LED drivers, or design Casambi-ready drivers so that the lighting fixture itself becomes controllable via the Casambi network. This reduces the need for external controllers. professional.flos.com+1

Existing luminaires can be retrofitted with Casambi modules (e.g., BLE mesh modules) to convert a standard fixture into a smart fixture, enabling control, dimming, grouping, scheduling, etc. Casambi+1

Casambi is applied across many sectors: office lighting, retail, hospitality, industrial, outdoor/parking, architectural lighting. The benefits include scene setting in retail, energy savings in offices, remote asset monitoring in industrial applications, and intelligent outdoor lighting control. Casambi+1

Designers can specify lighting scenes (for example, daylight mode, evening mode, presentation mode) and use tunable white or RGBW luminaires with Casambi control to deliver dynamic lighting experiences. For instance, one manufacturer (FLOS) uses Casambi modules in its architectural fixtures to offer intuitive gesture control, scene recall, and use of the Casambi App for control. professional.flos.com

Because of wireless setup and app‐based commissioning, installations can be quicker, fewer cables and less hardware. Maintenance and changes (like groupings, scenes, schedules) can also be done remotely or by facility staff without major rewiring. It supports retrofit upgrades too. Services+1

While Casambi brings many advantages, it’s useful to note some considerations:

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To illustrate how Casambi might be applied within a lighting fixture project, consider the following typical workflow:

A lighting designer or specifier defines the need: e.g., office open-plan area, need for dimming, occupancy sensing, daylight harvesting, grouping by zone, or a retail environment where scene-setting is required. The spec might call for LED fixtures that are “Casambi-ready” or have integrated Casambi modules.

Luminaire manufacturers offer LED fittings whose driver either has a Casambi module embedded or allows a Casambi add‐on. The fixture may be labelled “Casambi-Ready”. The designer selects these fixtures, confident of compatibility with the Casambi ecosystem. (As Casambi state: “open to all lighting industry players” and “the technology allows companies to customize their offer but always be 100% compatible with all other Casambi products”.) casambi.pt

On site, the luminaires are wired (standard mains and driver wiring). The Casambi network is formed via the BLE mesh between nodes. The installer uses the Casambi app to commission: assign fixtures to groups, create scenes, schedule dim levels, occupancy triggers, daylight integration, etc. No additional central gateway may be needed (in many simple instances).

Via the app (on iOS or Android), the installer links luminaires, sensors, switches; configures timers and scenes; adapts daylight harvesting parameters; sets fallback states; ensures groups are correct. The mesh ensures each node knows what to do even if communication is intermittent.

Facility or maintenance staff can later adjust groups, scenes, schedules via the app. Because the intelligence is distributed, individual fixture failure doesn’t necessarily collapse the entire control system. Energy usage can be monitored, and the network can scale by adding more Casambi‐ready fixtures or modules.

Because the system is open and scalable, new zones, sensors or fixtures can be added without ripping out existing wiring. Retrofit is also possible by adding Casambi modules to existing luminaires.

In such a way, lighting fixtures become part of a smart network, offering more than just on/off/dim: they become controllable, adaptable and integrated into building management or user experience.

Ningbo Qisen Lighting Technology Co., Ltd. (commonly “Qisen Lighting”) is a China-based lighting fixture manufacturer (in Ningbo city, Zhejiang province) specialising in LED fittings such as weatherproof battens, bulkheads, high-bay, flood lights, IP65 fixtures and outdoor lighting. According to publicly available information:

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This indicates that Qisen is positioned both as a standard LED fixture manufacturer and as a solutions provider with control/dimming capabilities.

Given the above profile, Qisen has several advantages when it comes to leveraging modern lighting control technologies (such as Casambi) in their fixtures:

: Qisen has the production chain, moulding, injection, stamping, SMT (LED assembly), driver production, and testing equipment. (Indirectly shown via their company description). qisen.yxakd.com+1 This means they can integrate modules or drivers with smart control features (such as Casambi) directly into their fixtures rather than relying solely on external modules.

: Qisen emphasises technical sales expertise in control gear and dimming. Smart lighting is more than just dimming; it involves sensors, schedule logic, network control. This means Qisen is better positioned to specify and integrate modules (like Casambi) and liaise with smart‐lighting component manufacturers.

: The ability to do custom manufacturing allows Qisen to offer fixtures that are “Casambi-ready” (i.e., the driver includes Casambi BLE module) or to adapt to other control protocols (DALI, 0-10V, phase cut) as needed by specialist projects. This flexibility is critical in smart lighting specification markets.

: Qisen has exported globally (Europe, Middle East, Oceania) which means they are familiar with international standards, certifications (CE, ENEC, UKCA, etc), and can support the kind of projects (commercial, industrial) that often require advanced control systems like Casambi. ip65-led.com

: Offering 5–7 years warranty indicates confidence in product reliability, which is important for commercial/industrial smart lighting installations where downtime or maintenance costs are critical.

: Their partnership with leading driver and component vendors means the modules (drivers, sensors, etc) they integrate will likely be high quality. This increases success probability when working with Casambi modules (or similar smart controls), which rely on reliable driver & communication hardware.

With the above in mind, a fixture offering by Qisen in the smart lighting domain might look like this:

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Thus, Qisen is well-positioned to supply fixtures ready for modern smart lighting control systems — including Casambi.

: When a manufacturer already has the production facilities and quality systems to integrate modules, it reduces costs, reduces supply chain complexity (versus an installer retrofitting a module), and increases reliability.

: For large projects requiring smart lighting, the lighting manufacturer must support the specifications for driver, control protocol, certification, warranty, etc. Qisen’s technical sales team can support these.

: Smart lighting often adds value (energy savings, flexibility) but also adds cost. A manufacturer who can provide a cost‐effective fixture and integrate control modules can help make the project viable.

: Many large smart lighting projects are in commercial, industrial or global markets. A manufacturer like Qisen that has export experience, global compliance knowledge, and manufacturing scale is a plus.

: Because Casambi often works alongside other protocols (DALI, 0-10V) and many clients will specify multiple protocol support, Qisen’s ability to offer drivers/control gear and sensors tailored for these helps support “Casambi + existing wiring/protocol” strategies.

Putting the two together, the value proposition of using Casambi technology in lighting fixtures manufactured by Qisen can be summary as follows:

: Qisen produces high-quality LED fixtures; by integrating Casambi modules or ensuring “Casambi-ready” support, the fixtures become part of a smart wireless (or hybrid wired/wireless) lighting control ecosystem.

: With Casambi mesh and Qisen’s integrated fixtures, installation complexity (extra cabling, central controllers) can be reduced. Commissioning via mobile app is simplified.

: From a warehouse with occupancy and daylight sensors, through retail scenes with dimming and tunable white, to outdoor flood lighting with schedule control — the combination supports many use cases.

: With Casambi’s capabilities (scheduling, daylight harvesting, occupancy detection) built into Qisen fixtures, end users can benefit from energy savings, reduced maintenance and longer fixture lifetime.

: Qisen’s export and certification experience helps projects remain compliant in international markets; Casambi’s global ecosystem of partners and thousands of ready products ensures interoperability and vendor choice.

: As building control systems evolve, the open ecosystem of Casambi means that fixtures today can be re‐purposed or expanded in the future (new sensors, data analytics). Qisen’s flexible manufacturing means they can support future hardware variants.

In practical terms: suppose a client is fitting a new warehouse. They select Qisen’s IP65 high-bay LED fixture, specify Casambi mesh control (occupancy sensors, schedule lighting, integrate with building management). Qisen supplies the fixture with integrated driver + Casambi module. Installer deploys the fixtures, commissions via Casambi App, groups by zone, sets scenes for day/night/maintenance, links sensors. Over the life of the facility, they can adjust zones, monitor energy consumption, retrofit more sensors—all without major rewiring. The robust fixture builds and global warranty from Qisen give confidence that the lighting and control system will perform reliably for years.

While the combined offering is strong, successful implementation still requires attention to several factors:

: Even though Casambi mesh is robust, planning is required to ensure all nodes have reliable connectivity, particularly in large industrial or outdoor spaces.

: If the lighting control needs to interface with BMS (building management system), fire/exit lighting, emergency lighting or other protocols, the specification must address how Casambi will interoperate (e.g., via gateways).

: Smart lighting networks will exist for many years; the manufacturer (Qisen) and control technology provider (Casambi) need to support firmware updates, security patches, spare parts.

: Installers must be familiar with the commissioning app, scene grouping, sensor placement, network setup. Qisen and Casambi partners may need to provide training or documentation.

: For some applications the added cost of smart control must be offset by energy and maintenance savings over time. Specifiers must evaluate whether the smart features are justified for the project type.

: As new wireless standards (e.g., Matter, Thread) and IoT integration become more prevalent, projects need to assess how their lighting control system will adapt. Some discussion exists about Casambi’s integration into wider smart-home ecosystems. Reddit

Despite these considerations, the combination of Casambi’s mature technology and Qisen’s fixture manufacturing capabilities provides a strong foundation for modern smart lighting systems.

Smart lighting is no longer a niche: as energy regulations become stricter, building owners demand lower operational cost and better user experience, and IoT/connected systems proliferate, lighting control becomes a core part of any lighting project. Technologies like Casambi, which bring wireless ease, app-based control, and interoperability, are well positioned to capture large shares of this market.

On the manufacturing side, lighting fixture suppliers who can support smart control integration – including drivers, modules, sensors, wireless communication – will have a competitive advantage. In this respect, Qisen Lighting’s capabilities (flexible manufacturing, control gear expertise, export readiness, strong technical sales) place it as a capable partner for such smart lighting deployments.

For lighting specifiers, architects and facility managers, the takeaway is: when you are specifying fixtures, consider not only the LED efficacy, lifespan, CRI, etc., but also the control infrastructure. Choosing fixtures that are “smart‐ready” (for example Casambi-ready) means fewer headaches, easier upgrades, and better long-term value. Choosing a manufacturer such as Qisen that has both quality fixture manufacturing and control integration capability helps reduce risk.

In summary, Casambi technology brings a modern, flexible, scalable lighting control platform; and Ningbo Qisen Lighting Technology Co., Ltd. brings fixture manufacturing excellence and control integration capability. Together they represent a compelling proposition for next-generation lighting installations.