Hive Light
ActiveOverview
Hive Lighting designs, manufactures, and sells high-intensity, energy-efficient plasma and LED light fixtures for film, TV, sports, and digital production markets.126 The company targets the entertainment lighting sector with products that offer flicker-free operation, high CRI up to 98, long lifespans up to 50,000 hours, and 2-8 times greater energy efficiency compared to traditional fixtures.12 It positions itself at the intersection of cleantech and Hollywood, with involvement in the Los Angeles CleanTech Incubator.35
History
Hive Lighting was founded in February 2011 by Robert Bruce Rutherford, who serves as President and CEO, with prior experience in energy efficiency consulting and the film industry.1 The company developed plasma lights as energy-efficient alternatives for entertainment production, securing 2 patents pending and achieving $500K in trailing twelve-month revenue.1 In 2020, it graduated from the Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator and has received industry awards for innovation in professional lighting.5
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma Light Fixtures | High-output flicker-free lights for film and TV | $1,000 - $10,000 |
| LED Lighting Solutions | Adjustable color temperature for production | $500 - $5,000 |
| Solar Simulator Plasma Lights | Daylight replication for studios | $2,000 - $15,000 |
Manufacturing
Hive Lighting designs and manufactures its products in Los Angeles, California, emphasizing Made in America production.15 The company handles a wide variety of component types and suppliers in-house.5
Notable Products
- Hive Plasma Lights - High-intensity, energy-efficient plasma fixtures with up to 50,000-hour lifespan and full spectrum light.
- Hexagonal Honeycomb Lights - Linkable plasma lights mimicking honeycomb for scalable studio setups.
- Solar Simulator Lights - Plasma lights replicating natural daylight with low heat and high efficiency.
- LED Production Lights - Adjustable color temperature fixtures for film and TV applications.
Reputation
Hive Lighting is recognized among production professionals for innovative plasma technology that reduces energy use and carbon footprint in film and TV.45 Enthusiasts and industry experts note strengths in flicker-free, high-CRI output and longevity, with awards for performance.15 Limited scale as a small team of about 3 employees may restrict broader market penetration.1
Sources (6)
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- https://www.f6s.com/company/hivelightinginc
- https://la2050.org/organizations/hive-lighting
- https://atlasofthefuture.org/project/hive-lighting/
- https://www.openbom.com/user-stories/hive-lighting-moves-from-spreadsheets-to-openbom-to-create-most-technologically-advanced-film-and-production-lighting-in-the-world
- https://www.cbinsights.com/company/hive-lighting