Beta Calco v. Spectrum - Complaint
Beta Calco v. Spectrum - Complaint
Beta Calco v. Spectrum - Complaint
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Plaintiff,
COMPLAINT
v.
SPECTRUM LIGHTING, INC.
994 Jefferson Street
Fall River, MA 02721
Defendant.
For its Complaint against Spectrum Lighting, Inc. (Spectrum), Beta-Calco Inc.
(Beta-Calco) states as follows:
THE PARTIES
1.
Province of Ontario, Canada, having its principal place of business at 25 Kodiak Crescent,
Toronto, Ontario, M3J 3E5, Canada. Beta-Calco is a leader in the design and manufacture of
architectural lighting products.
2.
and existing under the laws of California, having its principal place of business at 994
Jefferson Street, Fall River, MA 02721.
1
This is a civil action, arising under the patent statutes, 35 U.S.C. 101 et seq.,
and in particular 35 U.S.C. 271, 281 and 289, against Spectrum for infringement of United
States Design Patent No. D738,558 (the 558 Patent). A true and accurate copy of the 558
Patent is attached as Ex. A.
4.
This Court has subject matter jurisdiction pursuant to 28 U.S.C. 1331 and
1338(a).
5.
This Court has personal jurisdiction over Spectrum because Spectrum has
advertised, marketed, distributed or sold infringing merchandise within this district, including
to Innovative Lighting Systems, 801 W. South Boundary, Suite A, Perrysburg, OH 43551
and Jack Duffy & Associates, 1894 Georgetown Rd., Hudson, OH 44236.
6.
This Court also has personal jurisdiction because Spectrum has engaged in acts
or omissions within this district causing injury, has engaged in acts or omissions outside of this
district causing injury within this district, has manufactured or distributed products used or
consumed within this district in the ordinary course of trade, has entered contracts with
residents of this district, or has otherwise made or established contacts, including through
Innovative Lighting Systems and Jack Duffy and Associates, with this district sufficient to
permit the exercise of personal jurisdiction.
7.
This Court also has personal jurisdiction under Ohios long-arm statute, RC
2307.382(A), because Spectrum has transacted business in this jurisdiction and contracted to
supply goods, including the Infringing Products (as defined below), to parties in this
jurisdiction, including but not limited to Innovative Lighting Systems and Jack Duffy and
Associates.
8.
lighting products.
10.
LUMINAIRE. The 558 Patent was duly and legally issued by the United States Patent and
Trademark Office (USPTO) on September 8, 2015. The 558 Patent is in force and effect
and is presumed valid under the U.S. patent laws.
COUNT I: INFRINGEMENT OF THE 558 PATENT
11.
of this Complaint.
12.
Upon information and belief, Spectrum has been, and is, directly infringing
the 558 Patent by making, using, selling and/or offering for sale a series of products under
the name ESPRESSO, including at least Spectrums ME1314, ME1314UD, ME1816,
ME1314UDLEDGV, ME1816UDLEDGV, ME1314LEDGV, ME1816LEDGV
(collectively, the Infringing Products). True and accurate copies of specification sheets for
the Infringing Products are attached as Exhibit B.
13.
A comparison of the light fixture of the 558 Patent and one of the Infringing
14.
design of the 558 Patent and the design of Spectrums ESPRESSO pendant, an ordinary
observer, giving such attention as a purchaser usually gives, would consider the two designs
to be substantially the same.
15.
infringement letter to Spectrum, including a copy of the 558 Patent. On information and
belief, at least as early as October 26, 2016, Spectrum was aware of the 558 Patent and BetaCalcos allegation that the ESPRESSO pendants infringe the 558 Patent.
16.
Spectrum has knowingly and willfully infringed the 558 Patent. Spectrum will
continue to infringe the 558 Patent, causing Beta-Calco substantial and irreparable damage,
unless enjoined by this Court.
17.
Court enjoins Spectrum and its agents, affiliates, servants, employees, attorneys,
representatives, and all others acting on their behalf from infringing the 558 Patent.
18.
A judgment that Spectrum has infringed the 558 Patent and continues to do
so;
(b)
A judgment that Spectrums infringement of the 558 Patent has been willful;
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
A permanent injunction against Spectrum and any entity acting in concert with
it, pursuant to 35 U.S.C. 283, preventing Spectrum and any such entity from
infringing the 558 Patent;
(g)
(h)
Respectfully submitted,
/s/Mark C. Johnson
Mark C. Johnson (0072625)
[email protected]
Nicholas J. Gingo (0083684)
[email protected]
RENNER OTTO
1621 Euclid Avenue, Floor 19
Cleveland, Ohio 44115
P: (216) 621-1113
F: (216) 621-6165
Attorneys for Beta-Calco, Inc.
speclume
decorative
CF / INC
ME1314UD
APPLICATION
Espresso Pendant features an unique hourglass shape for direct/indirect lighting.
FEATURES
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pendant is available in two sizes with direct/indirect lighting. Options include
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options are available.
FINISH
Multi-stage polyester powder-coat process applied on our dedicated paint lines. A
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are chromate pretreated to resist corrosion.
ELECTRONICS
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CONSTRUCTION
VARIETY OF MOUNTING
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CODE COMPLIANCE
ARRA Compliant. ETL/UL/CSA listed for damp locations. Manufactured and tested
to UL standards No. 1598.
DECORATIVE SPUN
ALUMINUM PENDANT
A
A
13.0
17.0
14.0
18.0
SPUN ALUMINUM DOOR
SERIES
LAMPS
UP LIGHT
DOWN LIGHT
BALLAST
ME1314UD
ME1816UD
CF
INC
100W
100W
E1-Electronic, 120v
E2-Electronic, 277v
DA1-Advance Mark 10
Powerline Dimming, 120v
DA2-Advance Mark 10
Powerline Dimming, 277v
DA7-Advance Mark 7 0-10v
Dimming, 120v thru 277v
DLE-Lutron Hi-Lume/
EcoSystem 120v/ 277v
3 CABLE MOUNTING
OPTIONS
LNENC/EM-In Line EM
DR13SO-13" Door w/
Solite Lens
DR13FG-13" Door w/
Frosted Lens
DR18SO-18" Door w/
Solite Lens
DR18FG-18" Door w/
Frosted Lens
MOUNTING
FINISH
CEILING MOUNTING
MW-Matte White
MB-Matte Black
GW-Gloss White
GB-Gloss Black
BZ-Bronze
OB-Oil Rubbed Bronze
PT-Platinum
SI-Silver
BA-Brushed Aluminum
CH-Charcoal
GH-Graphite
AM-Anodic Malachite
SN-Sun Gold
BL-Blue Streak
RD-Red Baron
CO-Copper Metallic
CC-Custom Color
CDX3*-Cord and
Cable Mount
ENL-0-10v Control
Module
LNENC/EM(X)
IN LINE EM FOR CFL LAMPS
EXAMPLE: ME1314UDCF132U(242D)E1/CD3X BA
Dimensions shown are nominal. Spectrum Lighting
is continually improving products and reserves the
right to make changes that will not alter performance
or appearance with or without written notice.
PROJECT:
CAT. NO.:
TYPE:
WWW.SPECLIGHT.COM 994 JEFFERSON STREET, FALL RIVER, MA 02721 508.678.2303 FAX 508.678.2260
1502
ESPRESSO PENDANT
CF / INC
ME1314
APPLICATION
Espresso Pendant features an unique hourglass shape for direct down lighting.
FEATURES
Speclume series fixtures offer simple contemporary style with functional luminaire
performance. All fixtures are designed and manufactured in our factory.
Espresso pendant is available in two sizes with direct lighting. Options include
dimming, multi circuit and decorative door/lens. A variety of mounting and finish
options are available.
FINISH
Multi-stage polyester powder-coat process applied on our dedicated paint lines. A
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are chromate pretreated to resist corrosion.
ELECTRONICS
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CONSTRUCTION
Fixture spun and fabricated from high purity aluminum.
VARIETY OF MOUNTING
CODE COMPLIANCE
ARRA Compliant. ETL/UL/CSA listed for damp locations. Manufactured and tested
to UL standards No. 1598.
DECORATIVE SPUN
ALUMINUM PENDANT
OPTIONAL
LENSED DOOR
A
A
13.0
16.0
14.0
18.0
SPUN ALUMINUM DOOR
SERIES
LAMPS
WATTS
BALLAST
OPTIONS
MOUNTING
FINISH
ME1314
ME1816
CF
E1-Electronic, 120v
E2-Electronic, 277v
DA1-Advance Mark 10
Powerline Dimming, 120v
DA2-Advance Mark 10
Powerline Dimming, 277v
DA7-Advance Mark 7 0-10v
Dimming, 120v thru 277v
DLE-Lutron Hi-Lume/
EcoSystem 120v/277v
LNENC/EM-In Line EM
DOOR13GL-13" Door w/ Clear Lens
DOOR13FG-13" Door w/ Frosted Glass
DOOR18GL-18" Door w/ Clear Lens
DOOR18FG-18" Door w/ Frosted Glass
FS-Fuse Holder and Fuse
HM*-Hang Straight
Swivel Fitting
HMAT*-Adjustable Length
Hang Straight Pendant
CD*-Aircraft Cable,
Straight Cord
CDX3*-Cord and
Cable Mount
MW-Matte White
MB-Matte Black
GW-Gloss White
GB-Gloss Black
BZ-Bronze
OB-Oil Rubbed Bronze
PT-Platinum
SI-Silver
BA-Brushed Aluminum
CH-Charcoal
GH-Graphite
AM-Anodic Malachite
SN-Sun Gold
BL-Blue Streak
RD-Red Baron
CO-Copper Metallic
CC-Custom Color
1, 2 or 3 Lamps
INC
100W
LNENC/EM(X)
IN LINE EM FOR CFL LAMPS
EXAMPLE: ME1314CF18WE1/DOOR13GL/HM36 BA
Dimensions shown are nominal. Spectrum Lighting
is continually improving products and reserves the
right to make changes that will not alter performance
or appearance with or without written notice.
PROJECT:
TYPE:
CAT. NO.:
WWW.SPECLIGHT.COM 994 JEFFERSON STREET, FALL RIVER, MA 02721 508.678.2303 FAX 508.678.2260
1502
ESPRESSO DIRECT /
INDIRECT PENDANT
speclume
decorative
CONSTRUCTION
Fixtures are spun in our factory from 0.063 high purity aluminum. Passive machined
SPUN .063
1100-0 ALUMINUM
MATTE WHITE
INNER FINISH
OPTIONAL
LENSED DOOR
B
SERIES
ME1314UD
ME1816UD
14.5
18.1
14.3
16.9
SERIES
ME1314UDLEDGV
ME1816UDLEDGV
UPLIGHT1
PREVIOUS PART
NUMBER EXAMPLE
SOURCE
LUMENS
DELIVERED
LUMENS2
SYSTEM
WATTS
LPW
ME1314UDLEDGV15L
ME1314UDLEDGV14W
3000
2293
23.3
98.4
ME1314UDLEDGV27L
ME1314UDLEDGV26W
5400
4148
41.8
99.2
ME1314UDLEDGV37L
ME1314UDLEDGV37W
7400
5612
55.8
100.6
ME1816UDLEDGV15L
ME1816UDLEDGV14W
3000
2414
23.3
103.6
ME1816UDLEDGV27L
ME1816UDLEDGV26W
5400
4365
41.8
104.4
ME1816UDLEDGV37L
ME1816UDLEDGV37W
7400
5906
55.9
105.6
DOWNLIGHT1
DRIVER / VOLTAGE3
OPTIONS4
MOUNTING5
LUMENS
E_ Electronic
1 120v
Driver
2 277v
DO10_ 0-10v Dimming
to 1%
DS10_ 0-10v Dimming
to 10%
DLTE1 Lutron 2 Wire
Phase Dimming,
120v Only
DL3E_ Lutron ECO
System Dimming
DL33_ Lutron Hi Lume
Dimming
LUMENS
15L 1500 Lm
27L 2700 Lm
37L 3700 Lm
15L 1500 Lm
27L 2700 Lm
37L 3700 Lm
CCT
27K
30K
35K
40K
50K
CURRENT PART
NUMBER EXAMPLE
2700 K
3000 K
3500 K
4000 K
5000 K
CCT
27K
30K
35K
40K
50K
2700 K
3000 K
3500 K
4000 K
5000 K
EXAMPLE: ME1816UDLEDGV27L40K27L27KDS101/DR18SO/CDX336BA
NOTES:
1 Normal Source Lumens at 3500K 2 Nominal Delivered Lumens at 3500K With Solite Lens at Uplight; Door With Solite Lens at Downlight 3 Contact Factory for Additional Options
4 See Product Options Page For Details 5 See Mounting Page for Details 6 Specify Length In Inches 7 Contact Factory for Special Finishes
Dimensions and values shown are nominal. Spectrum
Lighting continually works to improve products and
reserves the right to make changes which may alter
the performance or appearance of products.
PROJECT:
FINISH7
MW
MB
GW
GB
BZ
OB
PT
SI
GA
BA
CH
GH
AM
SN
BL
RD
CO
CC
Matte White
Matte Black
Gloss White
Gloss Black
Bronze
Oil Rubbed
Bronze
Platinum
Silver
Galvanized
Brushed
Aluminum
Charcoal
Graphite
Anodic
Malachite
Sun Gold
Blue Streak
Red Baron
Copper Metallic
Custom Color
YEAR
WARRANTY
TYPE:
CAT. NO.:
WWW.SPECLIGHT.COM 994 JEFFERSON STREET, FALL RIVER, MA 02721 508.678.2303 FAX 508.678.2260
1602
Espresso Pendant features an unique hourglass shape for direct down lighting.
FEATURES
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(KZVWTGUCTGFGUKIPGFCPFOCPWHCEVWTGFKPQWTHCEVQT['URTGUUQ2GPFCPVKUCXCKNCDNG
in two sizes for direct lighting. Passive integral heat sink. LED module and drivers are
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DGOKZGFVQETGCVGFC[NKIJVYCTOFQYPNKIJVQTQVJGTEQODKPCVKQPU
FINISH
Multi-stage polyester powder-coat process applied on our dedicated paint lines.
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are chromate pretreated to resist corrosion.
ELECTRONICS
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VARIETY OF MOUNTING
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*KIJGT%4+4CPFEWUVQO.'&EQPIWTCVKQPUCTGCXCKNCDNG
consult factory. Variety of electronic 120v/277v and dimming drivers.
CONSTRUCTION
SPUN .063
1100-0 ALUMINUM
(KZVWTGUCTGURWPKPQWTHCEVQT[HTQOJKIJRWTKV[CNWOKPWO2CUUKXGOCEJKPGF
aluminum heatsink for optimal thermal management .
CODE COMPLIANCE
ARRA Compliant. ETL listed for damp locations. Manufactured and tested to UL
standards No. 1598/8750.
OPTIONAL
LENSED DOOR
B
SERIES
ME1314LEDGV
ME1816LEDGV
13.5
18.0
14.4
18.3
LED CONTROL
SERIES
ME1314LEDGV
ME1816LEDGV
LUMENS1
15L
27L
37L
1500 Lm
2700 Lm
3700 Lm
PREVIOUS PART
NUMBER EXAMPLE
SOURCE
LUMENS1
SYSTEM
WATTS
ME1314LEDGV 15L
ME1314LEDGV 14W
1500
11.3
ME1314LEDGV 27L
ME1314LEDGV 26W
2700
20.3
ME1314LEDGV 37L
ME1314LEDGV 37W
3700
27.1
CCT
27K
30K
35K
40K
50K
-
DRIVER / VOLTAGE2
E_
DS10_
DO10_
DLTE1
Electronic Driver
0-10v Dimming to 10%
0-10v Dimming to 1%
Lutron 2 Wire Phase
Dimming, 120v Only
DL3E_ Lutron ECO System
Dimming
DL33_ Lutron Hi Lume
Dimming, 120v
1 120v
2 277v
OPTIONS3
LNENC/EM4
CP113/EM4
DOOR13GL
DOOR13FG
DOOR18GL
DOOR18FG
MOUNTING5
In Line EM Battery
EM Battery
13" Door w/ Clear Lens
13" Door w/ Frosted Glass
18" Door w/ Clear Lens
18" Door w/ Frosted Glass
LNENC/EM
IN LINE EM BATTERY
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NOTES:
1 Normal Source Lumens at 3500- 2 Contact Factory for Additional Options 3 See Product Options Page For Details 4 0Q'/1P6JG%QTFCPF%CDNG/QWPVKPI
5 See Cylinder Mounting Page for Details 6 Specify Length In Inches 7 Contact Factory for Special Finishes
Dimensions and values shown are nominal. Spectrum
Lighting continually works to improve products and
reserves the right to make changes which may alter
the performance or appearance of products.
PROJECT:
FINISH7
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GW
GB
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OB
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GH
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BL
RD
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CC
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Matte Black
Gloss White
Gloss Black
Bronze
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Platinum
Silver
Galvanized
Brushed Aluminum
Charcoal
Graphite
Anodic Malachite
Sun Gold
Blue Streak
Red Baron
Copper Metallic
Custom Color
YEAR
WARRANTY
TYPE:
CAT. NO.:
WWW.SPECLIGHT.COM 994 JEFFERSON STREET, FALL RIVER, MA 02721 508.678.2303 FAX 508.678.2260
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Northern
District
Ohio
__________
District
ofof
__________
BETA-CALCO INC.
Plaintiff
v.
SPECTRUM LIGHTING, INC.
Defendant
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)
)
)
)
)
)
If you fail to respond, judgment by default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint.
You also must file your answer or motion with the court.
*(5,060,7+CLERK OF COURT
Date:
12/12/2016
Signature of Clerk or Deputy Clerk
; or
u I left the summons at the individuals residence or usual place of abode with (name)
, a person of suitable age and discretion who resides there,
on (date)
; or
; or
u Other (specify):
.
My fees are $
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