Fort Wayne Lights the Way: A Citywide Upgrade with LEOTEK
One Partner, Every Solution
Fort Wayne, Indiana is steadily modernizing its entire roadway lighting and traffic signaling infrastructure—placing reliability, efficiency, and federal compliance at the core of its efforts. As of April 2025, more than 35,000 LEOTEK LED luminaires have been installed across the city as part of a long-term initiative to reduce maintenance demands, improve visibility, and consolidate product sourcing under one trusted partner.
With a proven track record of responsive service and field-tested reliability, LEOTEK emerged as the ideal manufacturer for this ambitious upgrade. All LEOTEK LED streetlight products installed are BABA (Build America, Buy America) compliant, ensuring full eligibility for federally funded infrastructure projects.
Roadway Lighting: Where Performance Meets Design
To meet the city’s diverse streetlighting needs, Fort Wayne deployed two flagship LEOTEK product lines:
GreenCobra® J Series LED Streetlights – delivering energy-efficient performance, optimized optics, and long-term durability.
Post Top Colonial Lanterns – blending historic aesthetic appeal with high-performance lighting for pedestrian zones and parks.
Both options provided the versatility Fort Wayne needed to ensure continuity across different neighborhoods, while supporting future upgrades and adaptive lighting applications.
Traffic Signal Enhancements: Clarity at Every Crosswalk
In addition to streetlights, Fort Wayne selected LEOTEK’s high-efficiency signal modules for its intersections and pedestrian crossings:
IL6-P3 Series 12″ Traffic Signal Modules – engineered for consistent optical clarity and energy savings.
SPC Series 16″ Pedestrian & Countdown Signal Modules – offering dual-functionality to guide both vehicle and pedestrian traffic with clarity and precision.
By using future-ready components, the city ensures these installations remain compatible with evolving smart city technology.
Why It Matters: Impact Beyond Illumination
LEOTEK’s solutions aren’t just about better lighting—they’re about building smarter, safer communities. For Fort Wayne, the shift to LEOTEK systems brings tangible benefits:
Operational Efficiency: Our luminaires are built to last, reducing maintenance cycles and labor costs—freeing up city resources for other priorities.
Public Safety: Enhanced visibility through uniform illumination and reliable signaling reduces risks for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike.
Aesthetic Integration: From residential zones to historic downtown areas, LEOTEK’s product range complements the cityscape without compromising performance.
Future Compatibility: With upgradeable components and long-life design, Fort Wayne can embrace future technologies—like smart sensors or adaptive lighting—without a full system overhaul.
Sustainability & Compliance: All products meet BABA standards and support the city’s broader environmental and procurement goals.
This isn’t just a lighting upgrade—it’s a strategic investment in the city’s future.
A Long-Term Commitment to Infrastructure Excellence
This project illustrates the value of choosing a lighting partner with a complete portfolio. LEOTEK’s ability to support both roadway lighting and traffic signaling from a unified offering allowed Fort Wayne to approach this massive citywide upgrade with consistency, confidence, and a long-term vision.
With full system conversion expected by 2030, Fort Wayne continues to build a resilient, efficient lighting infrastructure—designed to serve its residents well into the future.
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