New Technologies and Applications for Today's Smart Ceiling Fans

December 2023
Sponsored by Modern Forms and WAC Lighting

Presented by Richard Diamond and Alex Ostrovsky

Continuing Education

Use the following learning objectives to focus your study while reading this month’s Continuing Education article.

Learning Objectives - After reading this article, you will be able to:

  1. Recognize the history, evolution, and primary benefits of ceiling fans.
  2. Acquire knowledge of fan construction and installation to include the importance of using DC motors and energy cost savings.
  3. Discover advances in modern smart ceiling fan design development while discussing recent advancements in smart fan technologies and connectivity.
  4. Identify UV-C and LED technologies employed in smart fans and discern the latest codes and certifications required for fans.

Explore the cutting-edge advancements in smart ceiling fans and their diverse applications in this dynamic course. From voice-controlled features to energy efficiency optimization, delve into the latest technologies shaping the future of home automation. Gain practical insights into installation, programming, and troubleshooting for today’s smart ceiling fans.

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Photo courtesy of Modern Forms


Speaker

Richard Diamond has been a Regional Sales Manager for the Modern Forms Specification team since 2017. Prior to that, he spent more than 25 years as a Manufacturer’s Representative in South Florida specializing in premium European lighting and ceiling fans. Richard has held several positions with the company, now focusing his attention on growing sales with our agents on the East Coast from Maine to Miami. By traveling extensively, Richard is able to work hand and hand with sales reps, lighting designers, interior designers, architects and engineers. As a trusted source, Richard is able to articulate our product position, features, benefits, and modification capabilities. You will find Richard representing the specification channel at National Trades Shows, Rep &, Regional Trade Shows, and Dallas Spec Events, promoting our brand and recommending solutions. “I have a passion for the lighting and ceiling fans and look forward to collaborating with you.”

Speaker

A proud Hoosier, Alex Ostrovsky grew up in Indianapolis, IN, attending Indiana University for undergrad and law school. He is the Director of Sales and Product Management, for the W Group ceiling fan division. An industry vet, Alex has over a decade of experience working in the ceiling fan industry. He has leveraged his years of experience in sales to launch one-of-a-kind customer-centric product offerings.