Category Winner Matt Hale – Kramer Matt has provided exemplary technical support to the Kramer sales team and our customers, offering regular blogs on Networked AV best practice, on-site technical support, and even creating new technical solutions that have been embraced by Kramer’s development team. Recently, Matt developed a method to manage the PoE state of switches globally or for specific ports via Kramer Control. He initiated the driver himself, providing a base for our driver developers. This capability to remotely control PoE ports aligns perfectly with our goal of creating more sustainable systems, eliminating the need to power down…
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Category Winner Angela Townsend – Smart Angela has had a career in the audio-visual sector spanning over 28 years. She began her career as an integrator and progressed gaining experience at Sony, Epson and Sharp. For the last 5 years, she has been the UK & I director for SMART Technologies leading a team of 17 people managing all aspects of the business. In every role, she has earned awards and recognition. Angela is extremely well regarded by the channel and is deserving of this award due to the impact she has had on the financial results but also the…
ISE 2024, held at Fira de Barcelona Gran Via, achieved unprecedented success as the most attended edition in its 20-year history. With 73,891 verified attendees from 162 countries, it marked a remarkable 27% increase from the 2023 edition. On the Wednesday (31 January) the show had 51,617 visitors, the highest number ever in a single day beating the previous record by almost 22%. The total number of registrations reached 95,396 with 127,627 visits across the four days. Attendee numbers for the Friday were at 24,528, a record for the show since it went to a four-day event. Alongside record-breaking occupation…
CECOCECO introduces ArtMorph, a luminous wall panel in Europe. ArtMorph integrates advanced lighting and display technology with over 150 captivating textures, offering architects and interior designers a canvas for artistic expression. From retail spaces, hotels and offices to serene cultural hubs and public settings, ArtMorph adapts to any environment, blending aesthetics with practical functionality while constantly pushing the boundaries of lighting and display technology. Drawing on his years of experience as founder of ROE Visual, Jason Lu, founder of CECOCECO said: “We’ve combined the essence of aesthetics with cutting-edge technology to redefine visual storytelling. Every wall becomes a canvas and every…
SMART introduce three new displaysat ISE. The all-new SMART® Board RX series interactive display and the next-generation SMART® Board MX series interactive display are purpose-built for education, with features for supporting active learning. They’re joined by the next-generation SMART® Board GX series interactive display, which offers sustainable, budget-friendly collaboration for schools and businesses. “I am proud to introduce our latest generation of displays that truly push the boundaries of interactive technology. Our commitment to product longevity, upgradability, sustainability, and user-friendly design sets us apart in the market” says Nicholas Svensson, CEO of SMART Technologies. “We believe in providing unparalleled value to our customers, not just through…
Sharp NEC Display Solutions Europe exclusive preview of the latest advances in projection technology at ISE. On show will be the new Sharp-branded P721Q 4K UHD projector, part of a new projection series consisting of two new models, the Sharp P601Q and Sharp P721Q. The new Sharp-branded 4K UHD image resolution projectors deliver image quality, clarity, and detailed information. Requiring zero maintenance over an 20,000 hour lifespan, the completely sealed optical engine and laser light source means filter and lamp replacement is obsolete. Additionally, users can achieve the finest image alignment through motorized zoom and focus capabilities, complemented by a…
d&b audiotechnik and L-Acoustics join forces. The first result of this alliance is a project to develop a software platform, designed to revolutionise the configuration and management of Milan AVB networks. In departure from traditional competition, L-Acoustics and d&b audiotechnik are co-designing a new software platform that addresses some of the challenges which currently discourage the widespread adoption of Milan AVB technology. The software will be a neutral and free-to-use solution that eliminates any branding affiliations to help further foster universal acceptance. This collaboration reflects the commitment of the two manufacturers to remove barriers and pave the way for the…
Christie® will showcase how its smart technologies help to deliver unforgettable experiences for customers at ISE. Hall 3 stand 3K500, Christie will present its latest visual solutions, including LED video walls, 1DLP® laser projectors, RGB pure laser projectors, and powerful content management and processing solutions. With several first-time product showings in the region, visitors will see how the latest technologies perform in a range of engaging applications, under this year’s theme of ‘Experience is Everything.’ “As founding members of ISE, we’re delighted to be part of the show’s 20th anniversary,” says Arlonna Seymour, executive director, Corporate Marketing, at Christie. “Fuelled by…
Disguise is set to showcase its integrated ecosystem of software, hardware, and services at ISE 2024, with new product releases and integrations, demonstrating its unique market positioning to unlock the next dimension of entertainment. Tom Rockhill, Chief Commercial Officer at Disguise, said, “We are delighted to be back at ISE to showcase some fantastic new developments to our technology ecosystem, bringing even more power and engagement to live shows and experiences of all sizes and levels of complexity.” The Disguise stand (3H210) will feature numerous product and service showcases, giving ISE visitors a view of its latest solutions that have…
ADI Global Distribution has signed a distribution agreement with LED Studio to drive solution sales for the security and commercial sectors across UK, Spain, France, Benelux and Nordics. Chris Godfrey, senior category manager EMEA pro AV at ADI Global Distribution explains why now is the right time for LED to be successful through the distribution model, and why they are teaming up with LED Studio. Customer demand for LEDs has grown across all sectors. Fundamentally, everywhere you have security you have AV, from healthcare, manufacturing, and beyond. Why now? We choose to work with LED Studio as LED displays are…