Private company

Artcraft Fluorescent Lighting Corporation

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American manufacturing company

Artcraft Fluorescent Lighting Corporation was an American mass manufacturer of fluorescent lighting fixtures from the time of the public introduction of the fluorescent lamp at the 1939 World's Fair. Artcraft was first to announce and start mass manufacturing of a liner showcase striplight fixture and slimline ballast in 1946. Fluorescent lighting was new to consumers, businesses, and professionals, who were familiar with incandescent lighting.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1940Founded1
  • Industrylighting1
  • HeadquartersNew York City1

Artcraft Fluorescent Lighting Corporation was an American mass manufacturer of fluorescent lighting fixtures from the time of the public introduction of the fluorescent lamp at the 1939 World's Fair. Artcraft was first to announce and start mass manufacturing of a liner showcase striplight fixture and slimline ballast in 1946.2

Timeline

  1. 1940Founded Founded1

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