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Introduction

In 2025, Heliospectra AB, a prominent player in the realm of smart horticultural lighting and dynamic light control systems, commemorates the tenth anniversary of its revolutionary helioCORE™ control system and fifteen years of providing dynamic lighting solutions. This milestone reinforces the company's position as a leader in innovative lighting technologies designed to enhance crop production around the globe.

Foundation of Innovation

Founded in 2006, Heliospectra began as a research-oriented enterprise. Over the years, it has amassed nearly two decades of experience in the development of advanced smart LED lighting and control systems. The company made a pivotal shift in 2010 when it introduced its first dynamic lighting fixture, effectively establishing itself as a key influencer in the horticulture industry. With a robust commitment to sustainability and flexibility in lighting options, Heliospectra has continuously pushed the envelope in lighting technology.

The Evolution of helioCORE™

The introduction of helioCORE™ in 2015 marked a significant progression in the company’s mission to revolutionize the cultivation experience by integrating data-driven methodologies into horticulture. This control system has empowered a diverse range of cultivators, from small research labs to expansive greenhouse operations, allowing them to fine-tune their lighting strategies with incredible precision.

Some notable features of the helioCORE™ system include:

• - Crop Optimization: Growers can enhance crop quality and yield through customized control of light intensity, spectrum, and photoperiod.
• - Energy Efficiency: Implementation of intelligent Daily Light Integral (DLI) management can result in energy savings of up to 35%, utilizing real-time data, weather forecasts, and sophisticated sensors.
• - Dynamic Grow Zones: The system supports the establishment of virtually unlimited dynamic grow zones, enabling targeted lighting for different crop requirements.
• - Wireless Connectivity: It boasts reliable LoRa technology for seamless wireless control.
• - Integration Capability: helioCORE™ can harmoniously operate with leading climate control systems such as Hoogendoorn and Priva, or function autonomously as a standalone unit.

Transformational Impact on Horticulture

Heliospectra’s solutions are designed to cater to diverse cultivation needs, providing growers full control throughout the growing cycle. From simple research setups to large-scale agricultural operations, the versatility and functionality of the helioCORE™ platform allows for the creation of tailored lighting strategies based on specific crop varieties and growth stages. Through features such as health status monitoring, heat mapping, and actionable notifications, growers benefit from enhanced operational safety and efficiency.

CEO Bonny Heeren expressed, "HelioCORE represents our unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation in horticulture. Over the past decade, this technology has allowed growers worldwide to implement precision lighting strategies that maximize productivity while minimizing the environmental footprint."

Acknowledging the Growing Demand

As the horticultural sector gets increasingly sophisticated, the relevance of helioCORE™ continues to expand. Initially embraced by the agricultural tech segment, there is now a growing interest from commercial growers, especially those involved in ornamental plant production and propagation. By adapting lighting strategies to fall in line with particular growth stages, growers can significantly enhance both the quality and yield of their plants. Furthermore, with its adaptable system, helioCORE™ provides greater flexibility, enabling growers to cater to varying crop types according to market demand.

The Future of Lighting Control

With nearly twenty years of extensive research in lighting technology, Heliospectra is prepared to unleash a new wave of adaptable lighting solutions that align with the unique needs of various crops and environments. The diverse product portfolio includes the innovative MITRA X platform, featuring the MITRA X C3 and C4 multi-channel solutions, alongside the controllable ELIXIA and DYNA LED systems. Each of these products integrates seamlessly with the helioCORE™ control system, helping growers save energy, improve flexibility, and make informed decisions that enhance both yield and quality.

Looking to the future, Heliospectra remains committed to evolving the helioCORE™ platform by introducing advanced functionalities and integrations that meet the demands of modern agronomists. Among the exciting new developments is the helioSENSE sensor, which allows growers to gauge plant health by reading fluorescence levels to identify light saturation and resist plant stress, optimizing crop quality and energy consumption in the process.

Join the Celebration

Heliospectra extends an invitation to partners, customers, and the broader horticultural industry to celebrate this momentous occasion and witness firsthand how helioCORE™ is shaping the future of sustainable crop production. Attendees are encouraged to visit Heliospectra at Fruit Logistica in Berlin from February 5-7 at Booth A33 in Hall 3.1 and at Horticontact in Gorinchem from February 18-20 at Booth B26 for product demonstrations that highlight the advantages of dynamic light control and customized grow zones for optimal production.

For more insights into helioCORE™ and Heliospectra's complete range of solutions, check out their website at www.heliospectra.com.