Beyond won a 2026 IES Progress Report Award!
Lithonia Lighting® is proud to share that the Beyond Linear High Bay has been selected for the 2026 Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) Progress Report, an annual publication that celebrates significant advancements in the art and science of lighting. Each year, the IES Progress Report highlights the industry’s most innovative products, research, and design tools that push the boundaries of what’s possible in lighting design and technology.
Earning this recognition is a testament to how Beyond is truly a ‘built for better’ linear high bay. Featuring a patent-pending thermal design, an industry-leading 200+ LPW, and a range of pre-configured trim packages for easy ordering, Beyond delivers maximum performance and efficiency for commercial and industrial applications.
"Our team has put an immense amount of work to bring this product to life and is honored to receive this recognition. Our goal was to push 'beyond' traditional high bay expectations to reset the linear high bay market, and Beyond has done exactly that. I am grateful to have been a part of the team that developed this truly innovative high bay."
- Kelly Baten, Beyond Product Manager
“What stands out most about Beyond is the successful integration of intelligent platform architecture, industry-leading thermal performance, manufacturing efficiency, and premium aesthetics. This product demonstrates how thoughtful engineering can deliver premium performance, reliability, and a great user experience while maintaining a clean, elegant design.”
- Paul Lewis, Senior Engineering Manager for Beyond
“This recognition reflects the passion, innovation, and execution behind a product built to move industrial lighting forward. Beyond redefines what a linear high bay can deliver - performance, efficiency, simplicity, and real customer value. We are proud of this team and proud to lead this space. We remain committed to innovation and raising the bar.”
- Pramad (PK) Gupta, VP of Industrial Business Unit
Thank you to all who contributed to Beyond’s development and success. This achievement reflects the collaboration, expertise, and dedication that drive our mission to create the Best Value in Lighting™.
We’re excited to continue advancing Beyond in the near future and delivering unmatched value to our customers!
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