Lightware Visual Engineering continuously enhances its immersive experiences through its solutions deployed globally. From the Lightroom Exhibition in London, UK and 360-degree projection installation at Gwalior Fort in India to the immersive Mirror Mirror Art Experience in Adelaide, South Australia, the live event and rental/staging markets rely on Lightware to deliver the ultimate live experiences. This includes the Lightware UBEX, an AV-over-IP device that delivers pixel-accurate 4K60 video in real-time, with ultra-low latency and Dolby Atmos capabilities to deliver immersive experiences. In addition, Lightware’s MX2 standalone matrix switchers offer uncompromising 4K60 signal management through HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.2 connectivity. …
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Marquee AV recently completed the installation of an audio system at the newly opened Bocconcino restaurant in Soho. This establishment brings the flavours of northern Tuscany to London, specialising in wood-fired pizza and homemade pasta. The restaurant’s ambience blends classic Italian charm with Soho’s vibrant spirit. Marquee AV designed an audio system to complement this atmosphere, particularly focusing on enhancing the restaurant’s opulent theme. The ground floor, which hosts live resident DJs every Friday and Saturday night, as well as Saturday Brunch, now features high-quality sound, setting the tone for weekend gatherings. Recognising the need for aesthetic harmony, Marquee AV’s…
ENCIRCLED audio. solutions GmbH is expanding its global footprint to meet the rising demand for audio products and projects worldwide. As the official licensee of the IOSONO™ technology from Barco™, ENCIRCLED audio. solutions distributes all IOSONO hardware and software products throughout Europe and is looking to grow its international partner network which is already established in China, Korea, USA, Australia and South Africa. Max Röhrbein, joint managing director says, “The appetite among audiences for thrilling, entertaining and inspiring multi-sensory audio experiences has never been greater and we are witnessing this in every part of the world, for venues indoors and…
Midwich UK&I companies, PSCo and Sound Technology have signed a distribution deal with StageSmarts, a manufacturer of intelligent power distribution used in touring, festivals, and prestigious venues all over the world. The full lineup of intelligent power distribution solutions from StageSmarts will be available through both companies in the UK and provide superior performance and protection for people and equipment. Engineered to handle the difficult loads and challenges of today’s events, StageSmarts has been the first choice of demanding professionals all over the world. Steve Fay, managing director at Sound Technology, said: “We’re thrilled to welcome StageSmarts to our market-leading…
Is Working from Home more productive or less? Unlike many employers, more than half of employees are unconvinced about the benefits of home working for their organisations. As of the 6th of April 2024, employees will have the right to ask their employers for approval for flexible working arrangements from day one of their engagement. However, the Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act 2023 sets out reasons why employers have the right to refuse applications from employees on specific grounds. Many employers already allow staff the right to request flexible working from their first day of employment. Research from the CIPD…
Artificial Intelligence is big news globally and a key trend at this year’s ISE. Naturally, we hear a lot of concerned voices expressing concern about the impact of AI on employment, but when combined with workplace AV, AI can result in enhancements to employee creativity, and productivity and expand their team skill sets. We look at the positive impacts of AI in the workplace. The rise of generative AI in the workplace is inevitable. Artificial intelligence has been around for years, but scarcely has it found itself in conversation as much as it has now. The launch of OpenAI’s ChatGPT…
Kramer establishes a partnership in the Netherlands and Belgium with Van Domburg Partners, a distributor of AV/IT multimedia technology. With this new partnership, Van Domburg Partners will market, distribute, and support Kramer’s entire portfolio while delivering the most intuitive audio-visual experiences through its wide network of resellers, integrators, consultants and installers across the Benelux region. Customers will now have access to a dedicated team, offering end-to-end audio-visual technologies with reliable support that drives their businesses forward. The partnership falls under Kramer’s new ENGAGE Partner Program, designed to Enable its Network (of partners) to Grow, Accelerate, Gain and Excel. The scheme…
Absen reveals the retirement of Ross Burling, its European Industry Development Director OOH & Sports. Having worked for Absen Europe for a number of years, Ross has headed up the OOH & Sports division, growing its team and securing a range of outstanding projects throughout Europe. He has devoted over 34 years to the AV industry, working for a range of leading AV manufacturers, specialising specifically in DOOH and Sports for the last 25 years. “I would like to thank all of the great friends, colleagues, and mentors who have guided and supported me during my time in the industry, and made it such a fantastic, educational, enjoyable and fun filled experience. I’m delighted that James Cook is replacing me at Absen to further strengthen and grow…
Panasonic Connect Co., Ltd. powers the world’s largest permanent projection mapping display at the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building in Shinjuku with its projection system. Certified by GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ as the largest architectural projection-mapped display (permanent), operation commenced on February 25, 2024. Going forward, the system will decorate the building with diverse content programming to revitalize the nighttime economy. In recent years, adorning urban structures with projection-mapped content has become a popular way to enhance tourism value after dark. Now a familiar sight for foreign and domestic tourists, local people, and children, these attractions reflect the rising demand for immersive…
Jones AV has launched game-changing revolutionary technology to turbocharge the environmental sustainability of integrated operating rooms. As part of the development of the new ‘Integrated Operating Theatre of Things’ (ITOT), Jones AV looked to revolutionise Operating Room AV set-ups to overcome audio limitations, harness smart power management, reduce the number of devices via a fully digital signal chain, and scale down travel with full remote control aiming to meet Net Zero 2045 targets within the NHS. The company installed the first ITOT system at the Cambridge Surgical Training Centre in September 2023, unveiling its ground-breaking solution after 18 months of intensive…