Could you tell us more about CUPOWER and the products that you are currently offering to the industry?
CUPOWER is a specialist in high-end LED drivers, offering some of the smallest and most advanced solutions on the market. Technology is at the core of our strategy, and our portfolio includes cutting-edge drivers featuring mesh technology—one of our key development areas.
Our innovative R&D team and process-oriented production ensure that we deliver reliable, efficient, and industry-leading LED drivers. With in-house capabilities ranging from sheet-metal forming and plastic moulding to assembly and testing, we maintain full control over quality while enabling flexible and sustainable production.
We combine German engineering expertise driven by our team in Germany with the efficiency of our production facilities in China. This powerful synergy allows us to provide LED drivers with exceptional performance and unmatched reliability. As highlighted in our quality brochure, we offer one of the lowest failure rates known in the lighting electronics industry.
What is the USP of CUPOWER and how do you set yourself apart from the competitors?
While most companies in the industry work with a standard failure rate of around 0.2%, CUPOWER delivers LED drivers with only a quarter of that rate. This exceptionally low failure rate sets a new benchmark for quality and reliability in the lighting electronics market.
We are also unique in offering a unified mesh platform that supports all major systems. With one platform for every application, our customers benefit from simplified integration, reduced complexity, and greater flexibility.
Additionally, CUPOWER provides the smallest LED drivers on the market. Their ultra-compact size allows luminaire manufacturers to create innovative, design-driven fixtures where the driver becomes virtually invisible. This opens new possibilities in aesthetics, form factor, and product differentiation. These are just some of the key USPs that make CUPOWER the preferred partner for high-end, technology-driven LED solutions.
Could you tell us in brief about the products that you showcased at the LED Expo, Delhi?
Apart from our mesh platform, another truly unique feature that we showcased was the option for external antennas. When a driver is housed inside a metal luminaire, wireless signals cannot pass through the metal effectively—signal and metal simply don’t work well together. External antennas solve this problem by providing reliable signal access outside the luminaire. This is a key area of focus for us, ensuring stable communication in even the most challenging installation environments.
We also concentrate on smaller dimensions, wider operating windows, and enhanced functionality. A major highlight is our advanced support for tunable white technology, which continues to grow in popularity. With tunable white, users can adjust not only the brightness but also the color temperature of the light, enabling more flexible, human-centric lighting solutions. These innovations were among the main trends and technologies we showcased at the fair in Delhi.
How do you see the global LED market evolving in 2026?
A major trend we observe today is the growing importance of the LED driver as the central element in mesh-based lighting systems. The industry is steadily moving away from wired light-management solutions, with customers increasingly seeking wireless, flexible, and future-proof alternatives. This shift places the driver at the core of intelligent lighting.
We also see rising demand for smaller, more discreet luminaire designs, which requires drivers with minimal dimensions and maximum efficiency. At the same time, customers are looking for broader operating windows, enabling them to reduce the number of driver variants needed to run their systems—driving both simplicity and cost efficiency.
Another key development is the increasing relevance of software. While the driver’s housing has become a commodity, the real value now lies in the intelligence embedded within it. Advanced software capabilities are what differentiate a standard driver from a truly smart, high-performance solution.
These are some of the defining trends we foresee for 2026, shaping the next stage of innovation in the lighting industry.
How was your experience at the LED expo in Delhi?
This was the second time we focused on the Delhi Fair for the lighting industry, and for us it is essential to showcase our products to the Indian audience. The event is an important part of our exhibition strategy for the coming year. In addition to the Delhi Fair, we will participate in several other international trade fairs around the world to present our lighting solutions.
With its large and growing population, India is one of our most important and strategic markets for the future. That is why we are placing significant attention and priority on this event here in Delhi.
How important are events like these for showcasing your products and networking with the right customers?
I feel, there must always be a good balance. Today, with the strength of social media, trade fairs have become just one part of our marketing strategy. We still strongly believe in the value of direct and face-to-face contact. Speaking with clients in person remains the easiest and most effective way to explain new products.
At the same time, platforms like LinkedIn and YouTube are becoming increasingly important. Social media is now an essential component of our overall marketing approach, complementing our presence at fairs.
What is CUPOWER’s vision for the future?
For next year, we already have several new product ideas in development. Wireless technology will continue to be a major pillar of our strategy, as our vision is to always deliver the latest innovations to the lighting industry. Trends such as mesh and Bluetooth solutions will play a central role, but our flexibility allows us to recognize and respond quickly to even the smallest emerging trends. Our goal is to consistently be faster and more innovative than the rest of the market.
At the same time, sustainability is becoming increasingly important. CUPOWER is proud to be the first and only company whose entire product portfolio is registered with Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) in Europe. This combination of cutting-edge wireless technology and strong sustainability standards defines our future direction and represents our long-term vision.
