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"We are very excited to have included White Light as one of our new approved suppliers, and look forward to seeing their teams within the museum very soon," notes Nigel Mullins, operations manager at the museum.

"White Light has been investing heavily with its lighting inventory, to raise the bar within the corporate events industry. Bringing new and exciting visual LED products that are also sustainable in their technologies, these will complement the fantastic environment within the museum." comments Richard Wilson, White Light director.

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Opting to offer an exclusively on-line registration service for the first time, the organisers are highlighting their commitment to the show's on-going investment, despite these 'credit crunch' times.

Providing quick and streamlined registration on the day, pre-registered visitors will simply be able to scan their bar-coded email confirmation at designated 'badge stations' to receive their pass, cutting down on queuing time.

The QRS system being used will also reduce the show's carbon footprint. Without the need to print flyers and visitor promotional literature, the show will save a number of trees by switching to on-line registration.

The ABTT Theatre Show is looking forward

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Litestructures sales director Lee Brooks stated, "it is a real privilege for our company to be associated with Aston Martin Racing in this way. The Aston Martin marque is synonymous with tradition, heritage quality and performance through design, all attributes which Litestructures have engendered in what we do.

As part of our partnership we intend to promote our company and products through this powerful association, and have offered the prize of a beautiful Aston Martin V8 Vantage Roadster to our overseas distributor who puts in the best performance over the coming months. At the same time, we very much look forward t

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The new music and PA system serves the 103,000sq.ft of floor space at the store, every inch of which features exciting contemporary internal architecture and premium finishes. To compliment the design and do justice to the space, PEL chose a Bose Professional System featuring over 300 Bose Model 16 ceiling speakers to play music throughout the store and broadcast messages when required. As a multi zone system, different music and messages can be played in different areas, making it extremely versatile.

In addition to the sound system, PEL also supplied and installed a refuge

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The organisation's three founders are Enttec Pty. Ltd. of Australia, Martin Professional A/S of Denmark, and Wybron, Inc. of the U.S. All three manufacturers have strongly embraced the RDM industry feedback standard.

"Our goal here is not to break trail for new protocols. That is being handled very capably by ESTA and PLASA and the committee members who work diligently to advance the technical standards used in lighting control," said Jeremy Kumin, Enttec's

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In addition to the LED screens, the event included presentations by Jochem Feldberg, director of Ice World, on the benefits of temporary ice rinks, presentations on the SPLNet noise level monitor and the importance of health and safety at live events for organisers.

Stage Electrics installed a temporary mini ice rink at the event and invited guests to have a skate. After lunch and networking there was a chance for guests to speak to Stage Electrics' training experts and view website demonstrations.

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"We are looking forward to offering our customers the best sounding audio solutions in the market. That's why Kling & Freitag is first choice and the Sequenza 10 has become a benchmark in the house of worship market," stated Ki- Man Kim, managing director of Kusan Acoustics.

The Koba Show from 26-29 May will be the first major event where Kusan will show Kling & Freitag's latest techology.

"Kusan Acoustic's focus on technical excellence in professional audio just impressed me. A passionate sales team that is prepared to serve the needs of audio pros in various market segments all over the country. We are glad to strengthen Kling & Freitag's position in Asia by teaming up with Kusan Acoustic," said Jurgen Freitag.

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Established in 1995 and based in Firenze, Italy, Powersoft's range of digital amplifiers has expanded to provide bespoke solutions for cinemas, public address systems, touring acts, permanent installations and portable sound requirements. The company can count Clair Brothers, Audio Rent, ATK, and Maryland Sound Industries amongst its many users.

Glasgow-based CUK Audio was started by MD Stuart Thomson in 2005, and has grown rapidly since. It exclusively represents Audica Professional, Community Professional Loudspeakers, DIS Danish Interpretation Systems, Digigram, InOut Digital and MTSi Media Technology Systems in the UK. At PLASA 2008, CUK announced that it was expanding to distribute three further major international b

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IDEX, which took place in the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, is billed as one of the world's biggest exhibitions for the defence industry, featuring over 900 local and international exhibitors showcasing systems, equipment and services.

JM Rental already has an enviable reputation within Asia and now has major plans to expand its offering across the entire Middle East arena.

"The IDEX opening ceremony was the first time we have had the opportunity to support an event in the Middle East," says JM Rental operations director Kenneth Yip. "This is one of the biggest exhibitions in the region, if not the world, and demonstr

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"With a full AV and sound upgrade to carry out, we took the opportunity to put in all the cables at the same time," recalls Steve Ashley, "all the video cables, and runs of analogue and digital cables for the PA system, all under the floor." Ashley's quote covered both an analogue and a digital control option, but once the building refurb was underway, "it became clear that they would need to buy a new digital mixer."

SA Sound was already running a RSS M-400 in its hire stock, supplied by Paul Nicholson at Midas Sound Services, so was able to recommend its capabilities with some enthusiasm. "The processing power in this s

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PLASA Events Ltd also reports that response to the Seminar programme has been "fantastic", with some seminars currently nearing capacity. All the seminars are free, and include sessions presented by the ABTT, ISCE, PLASA and The Theatres Trust. Subjects covered will include the BBC - Media City UK, Advice for Freelancers, the BS8901 standard for sustainable events management and information which will demystify some of the myths for the use of PPE for working at height.

To register for the event, please visit the website address given below. Reg

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Groothuis has been specifying Yamaha digital consoles since he first used two linked Promix 01 mixers (then just-launched) on A Little Night Music at the National Theatre in 1995.

"One of the big advantages I have found with Yamaha's digital consoles is that they have always made the user interface very intuitive, which gives a great sense of security," he says. "Some digital desks also have a particular switch on routine which you have to follow. With Yamaha you just switch on and off you go, t

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The church's congregation has grown continually since its foundation on a vacant lot in 1907, but a capella vocal music continues to be a strong part of its tradition. Minister of Music and Worship D. J. Bulls, a prominent arranger whose choral and worship arrangements are sung in churches across the country, directs the praise teams and the Celebration Choir, and also coordinates media for worship assemblies.

Taipale Media Systems (TMS) designed the new systems. Principal consultant Curt Taipale, who measured the highly reverberant room, says: "This is a 1000 seat, 220 degree-wide fan-shaped auditoriu

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This season, the Bristol Old Vic Theatre Royal reopened with Romeo and Juliet, which features two moving floor tracks. Another school production of The Man of Mode, at the Circomedia St Paul's venue, utilises a BigTow winch for a flying chandelier.

The school provides practical industry-focused training for careers across the arts and entertainment sector. With as many production students as it has actors, its courses focus on the major management, technical and craft skills required for employment

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ETC's range of lighting, dimming and controls were demonstrated on a number of different stands at the show, with one so busy that visitors overflowed into the walkways on several occasions. Top of people's 'must-see' list was the Eos and Ion control desks and the new Paradigm architectural control system, says the company.

As well as offering demonstrations and advice, ETC staff were on hand to book people into free training sessions at the company's offices in Holzkirchen and London. The sessions, which are held regularly in both places, cover basic and advanced control desk use.

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Specialists in large format display products, PSCo's portfolio includes the world's largest plasma screen the Panasonic 103" and the world's largest LCD the Sharp 108".

The specially designed vehicle has a pneumatic air suspension system that lowers the tail to less than 30cm and a winch that ensures the screens are safe and secure when loading and unloading. Together they reduce time and manpower required to manoeuvre the screens.

Stuart Holmes, PSCo managing director said, "We are delighted to be able to save money for our customers and at the same time improve the service we offer. Our new vehicle benefits both our sales and rental clients by reducing cos

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The aim is to collect one billion votes for 'Earth' and present the results of the election to world leaders at the 2009 Global Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen, the outcome of which will replace the Kyoto Protocol.

"We have a great concern for the environment at Artistic Licence and wanted to show our support by teaming up with some of our customers who share our concern about the threat global warming is imposing on us," says Artistic Licence managing director, Wayne Howell.

Broadgate Estate, founder members of t

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The Championship was the first event ever to be held at the new Spaladium Arena, which opened in Split in December 2008. With a 12,000-seat capacity and a gross surface area of 28,500 m², the Arena, provides Split with its first multi-functional venue in which will be held sporting events, concerts, congresses, fairs, exhibitions and other events that the city has previously been unable to host due to limited capacity.

Lighting Designer for the Opening Ceremony, Boris Popovic, has lit many major live television shows and studio productions in Croatia and recognised the importance of good follow spots on this high profile event.

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The new 18,000sq.ft facility is located near Interstate Highway 95, just north of Richmond, Virginia. This central location enables same or next day delivery to east coast customers from New York to Atlanta.

West coast clients also have the option of three day delivery, while nearby port connections enable efficient deliveries to Central and South America.

An increased inventory and a larger product range are immediately anticipated to meet the growing needs of Milos' customers, and in support of the successful QuickShip programme,says the company.

With future expansion in mind, the new building

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Highlighted product was the LR7 micro pro-ribbon line-array, latest and smallest member of Alcons' successful pro-ribbon line-arrays. The lightweight (8kg), the 16 ohms impedance and a choice of 90-degree or 120-degree horizontal projection, makes the LR7 suitable for AV projects, where very compact form factor with perfect line-array throw and imaging are required.

The viewing of the LR7B, bass extension of the LR7 micro pro-ribbon line-array, also

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GDS showcased the newest addition to its technology based product portfolio, Liteware UL, a battery powered RGB uplighter with wireless DMX control, developed in conjunction with London-based Event Concept. Liteware is a stand-alone controllable light source with 24 hours battery life, the cableless fitting allows quick and easy installation and set-up reducing man hours and cost for the user or installer.

In addition to the uplighter GDS also exhibited its custom flightcase with charging distribution built-in and a floor bracket which allow the fitting to be mounted at an angle for versatility.

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In doing so, ARRI CSC reunites the camera department with its lighting and grip division. The adjoining buildings represent a total foot print of over 91,000 sq ft. dedicated to equipment rental in the North East.

Fifteen minutes from Manhattan, the Secaucus location allows ARRI CSC to provide parking for over 70 vehicles with no impact on vehicle loading or unloading via dedicated bays and takes advantage of the extensive local transportation network for those who choose not to drive. Newark International Airport is 20 minutes away and the Secaucus area hosts many quality hotels and amenities.

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This Grandstand style version StandUpper formed an elevated 'press pen' enclosure for the event, containing the vast numbers of media who were in action for the occasion. This dynamic new structure has been developed from Summit's very successful 'marquee' superstructure, originally designed as walkway covering for the red carpet area at the BAFTA Awards for the last two years.

The higher, open end of the StandUpper's slanted roof stood at 5.5m,, while the lower (back) end was at 4.5m. Inside the space, Atlantic installed decking platforms running the full length at the correct height t

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The lighting systems are first of their kind, using new design elements while taking into account energy efficiency and fiscal responsibility for both development and long term maintenance costs. Responsible lighting design was the goal and multiple technologies and techniques in the design have the Wit anticipating that their lighting will be 30% more energy efficient than other hotels of its size.

Lightswitch Architectural's partner, Avraham Mor, provides some details, "Solid State Lighting (SSL) is at the core of the design and used where practically and economically