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UK - Spaceworks Furniture Hire has incorporated cutting edge LED technology into its range of 'Glo Furniture' which can change colour to create a different atmosphere and ambiance in any setting.

The range consists of a colour changing bars and high tables and has the distinct advantage of being battery operated with LED chargeable lights, therefore eliminating the need for power supplies, cables and electricians. This increases its usability, reduces any health and safety risks and does not incur any additional costs such as electricians. When fully charged they can run for up to 16 hours and feature a range of programme settings from one block colour through to continuous colour phasing which can be switched between using a remote control.

Spaceworks launched the range at RSVP where they exhibited and supplied it for the Top Deck area where entertainment was held throughout

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Germany - ETC reports that its products proved popular at this year's ProLight&Sound, where it exhibited its products on its dealers' stands.

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.

(Jim Evans)

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USA - Synthe FX has announced the immediate availability of Luminair 1.5 for iPhone and iPod touch. This new version adds over 20 new major features and enhancements which make Luminair "the ultimate wireless DMX tool for lighting professionals".

Luminair allows users to control, view and manage intelligent DMX lighting fixtures and consoles, directly from an iPhone or iPod touch using the Art-Net protocol over a Wi-Fi connection. It can be used for a wide variety of tasks such as the ultimate remote focus tool, for advanced architectural lighting, by lighting technicians bench-testing fixtures, controlling intensities on set, or simply as the centrepiece of an intelligent lighting rig.

New in version 1.5, users can now create Quick-Touch cues, which provide easy touch based scene triggering. Each Quick-Touch cue has an individual fade time, which can smoothly and s

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USA - LEDtronics has introduced its latest generation of PAR20-style LED spotlight bulbs with a maximum power draw of less than 6 watts. These direct screw-in, incandescent-replacement bulbs combine advanced Light Emitting Diode (LED) technologies, standard 26mm Edison screw bases and light-optimizing designs to produce vivid, narrow-beam light. The PAR20-6W LED bulbs are available in two light-emitting angles - 20° and 40°- and run on a voltage range of 100V to 260V AC current, and thus can be used almost anywhere in the world, says the company.

The PAR20 LED bulbs measure 3.2" long and have a 2.42" diameter, making them suitable for small spotlighting tasks, artwork accenting, cabinet and signage lighting, as well as industrial, medical and security illumination. With a maximum energy consumption of 6 watts, savings of up to 85% quickly add up over the standa

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UK - Hailed by the World Wildlife Fund as "the world's first global election", Earth Hour took place on the evening of 28 March 2009. To show concern for global warming, individuals and major organisations around the world were encouraged to vote 'Earth' by switching lights off for one hour, or vote 'Global Warming' by leaving lights on.

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.

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Croatia - Igor Zlatkov, managing director of Robert Juliat's dealer in Croatia, ZI Lighting, has reported that six Robert Juliat followspots have recently been used on the Opening Ceremony of the 21st World Handball Championships.

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.

"Follow spots

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Germany - GDS reports "overwhelming success" at this year's ProLight&Sound show in Frankfurt. This was the first time GDS had exhibited at the Frankfurt show and it marked a major success for the UK- and US-based company.

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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USA - ARRI CSC, the largest full service rental group in the United States, is relocating its New York camera rental department to a custom-designed facility in Secaucus, New Jersey. At 36,000 sq. ft, the new department represents an expansion of over 50%.

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.

(Jim Evans)

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USA - Lightswitch Architectural is participating in the opening of the Wit Hotel in Chicago next month. Lightswitch Architectural was charged with innovation and creativity and has created a range of lighting environments that "reflect the desired sophistication and complement the architecture".

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

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Denmark - Martin's Maxxyz Modules is a complete lighting controller system based on a series of modules that can be used in hundreds of different combinations. Five innovative modules are available to build a custom console or can be used with Maxxyz PC, Maxxyz or Maxxyz Compact. All of them can be used table-top, mounted in a 19" rack system or in the new Maxxyz Module Frame.

The Maxxyz Modules concept is a flexible solution that fits a variety of needs without the expense of an over-speced, large desk. The modules system allows users to create a custom console to fit their individual needs. Add additional modules as wings - a cheaper alternative than conventional desks; swap modules within the frame; or upgrade to a larger frame to build an entirely new Maxxyz controller.

Maxxyz Modules are designed for rough treatment during transport and shows. Modules are built of a

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Canada - Red Bull Crashed Ice is a combination of hockey, downhill skiing and boardercross. Ice skaters hurl themselves down a 550m long ice track, coiling through a challenging sequence of razor-sharp turns, vertical drops, and jumps, and all in an historic urban setting at high speeds.

Described as "the most entertaining stretch of ice ever touched by a hockey blade", this fourth edition of Red Bull Crashed Ice took place in the historic district of Quebec City. The race began under the Château Frontenac and finished by the Saint Lawrence River, some 90,000 fans gathered to cheer on the racers as they skated down the urban ice track at 50km per hour.

Martin MAC luminaires - MAC 2000 Washes and MAC 600 washlights supplied by Solotech through Martin Canada - were used to light some of the oldest architecture in North America, as well as the crowd. Ligh

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UK - PR Lighting will be exhibiting at the PLASA Focus exhibition at the Royal Armouries in Leeds (28-29 April). On show will be the XL250 and XLED590 automated lighting units.

The XL250 moving head features motorised zoom lens and iris along with interchangeable gobos and colours. The MSD250 lamp coupled with exceptional optics make this one of the brightest 250W units on the market. Also featured are interchangeable gobos and interchangeable colour filters.

XLED 590 uses Osram's Diamond Dragon LED, one of the world's brightest single-chip SMT LEDs (offering up to 250 lumens). Each head contains 90 high power 5W LED's (30 x Red, 30 x Green, 30 x Blue). The average lamp life is 100,000 hours.

The light output closely resembles that of a conventional wash light containing a 1200W discharge lamp, with the advantage of excellent colour mixing and a uniform white beam. The stand

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UK/USA - Lancashire water specialist Water Sculptures has installed the dramatic rain effect system for the stage production of Mary Stuart which opens this week on Broadway, New York. The creative team at Water Sculptures also provided the same water spectacle for the Mary Stuart London performances at the Donmar Warhouse and The Apollo Theatre.

Director William Elliot spent seven days working with the Broadway theatre's production team in New York, creating the water system and training the theatre's crew. He says: "We knew what was required and were able to replicate what we'd done for the West End production in 2005. For us it was a straightforward job, and working with the US production team has been a great experience."

Some 2.5 tonnes of water are stored in tanks above the stage and heated to a temperature of 40 degrees before being turned into a

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USA/Belgium - The New York Metropolitan Opera - the legendary 'Met' - is celebrating its 125th anniversary season. It's also the first opera house in North America to purchase the new WARP Daylight 575W Zoom Profile Spotlight from ADB Lighting.

The Metropolitan Opera chose the ADB WARP Daylight for its combination of exceptional brightness, beam quality, silent operation and ADB's patented, individual, 360° ring control of focus, zoom, iris, gobos and shutters. The choice was made after a competitive 'shoot-out' with other manufacturers' profile spotlights.

The latest in ADB's WARP family, the WARP 575W Daylight is designed to save energy, space, weight and cost with the brightest daylight beam on the market. Its unique optical design, and G22 axial discharge 6000K lamp, create a beam output of up to 14,500 lux at 10 m/10° - comparable output to a conventional 2.5kW Da

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USA - Elation Professional's new Design Beam 1200C CMY moving head can perform as either a spot, wash or long throw beam projector. Although it boasts a 1200W output, it's housed in a compact case more typical of a 575W fixture, so it can be installed in tight spaces and is very convenient to transport on tours and traveling productions, the company says.

"We developed the Design Beam 1200C to be a complete 1200W DMX moving head that meets the demands of today's lighting market and challenging economy," says Eric Loader, director of sales for Elation Professional. "People are looking for ever more powerful, yet smaller fixtures. Today's designers and clients also want versatility and value, and the Design Beam 1200C delivers with its ability to do triple-duty as a wash, spot or beam projector. This multi-functionality makes the Design Beam 1200C especially great f

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Germany - The second Professional Lighting Design Convention PLDC will take place in Berlin from 29-31 October, 2009. PLDC is organised by the Professional Lighting Designers' Association, PLDA and VIA-Verlag, publisher of the Professional Lighting Design magazine. The organisers are anticipating up to 1500 international participants.

The convention offers a three-day conference programme with around 70 presenters speaking in four parallel tracks on Lighting Application Case Studies, Research, Daylighting and Sustainability, and Professional Practice Issues. A special forum for clients and designers will provide a basis for project discussions.

Also, on the occasion of the PLD Convention 2009 in Berlin, the New York City street luminaire will be presented to the public for the first time. Initial test results after a trial installation in New York will be presented at P

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UK - Clay Paky presented some of its most recent and innovative products to an audience of professionals - lighting designers, directors of photography, rental managers, production managers, dealers and the trade press - at London's Royal Albert Hall last month. The demonstration included the new Alpha Beam 1500 moving beam lights, as well as Alpha Beam 300s and the long-throw Alpha Wash 1500 LT wash light.

The presentation consisted of a live show and a technical demonstration. The live part was performed by Durham Marenghi on the rig he put together for Raymond Gubbay's bi-annual Classical Spectacular at the Royal Albert Hall, an event which combines traditional classical music with a modern lighting show.

The Alpha Beam 1500, Alpha Beam 300 and Alpha Wash 1500 LT were used together for the first time at the Classical Spectacular. Durham Marenghi said: "Th

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USA - A new iPhone application by Wybron packs more than 1,500 gobos into a sleek device that fits in the user's pocket. The Moiré Gobo Library lets users browse, search, and experiment with A-size gobos from GAM and Lee, with more to come.

The Moiré Gobo Library, which also works on the iPod touch, lets the user: view gobos on a white or black background, simulating the look of the gobo itself or the image it produces on a dark stage; search gobos by name and number; sort gobos by name and number in ascending and descending order; maintain a list of 12 most recently viewed gobos, and send comments directly to the developer with a feedback button.

The idea for the Moiré Gobo Library came, in part, from the suggestions of customers using Wybron's Gel Swatch Library, which features nearly 1,000 gel colours. The Gel Swatch Library was recently named one of

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UK - Elstree Light & Power was contracted to set up the lighting for three television programmes which were recorded over a period of 10 days from Cymru in Llandudno, Wales. These programmes were Dechrau Canu Dechrau Canmol (a communal hymn singing program), Can I Gymru (Song For Wales) and a Rhydian concert. Can I Gymru was televised on the evening of 1 March to coincide with St David's day.

The lighting fixtures chosen for all the shows were MAC 700s and MAC TW1s. The Martin lights used for Can I Gymru in particular were MAC 700 Profiles, MAC TW1, the new MAC III and LC Panels.

The LC panels were an important part of the whole set and ELP, working closely with set designer Phil Williams, designed a rigging system that enabled them to create two 4m x 2m sliding doors from LC panels with a rear wall of six screens in a 4 x 3 configuration.

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UK - Entertainment lighting supplier White Light has announced the release of the White Light Green Guide, available now from the company's website.

Intended as a starter guide for those wanting to make their work in lighting shows have as little impact on the environment as possible, the Green Guide offers suggestions for each phase of the process of show lighting, from initial meetings and planning through rig design, set-up and focus, show running, touring and final load-out.

"Many of the suggestions in our Green Guide are largely common sense," comments White Light's managing director, Bryan Raven, "but it's often the obvious things that get overlooked when it comes to putting a show together, particularly in the final hectic days of tech when the old mantra of 'the show must go on' tends to win out over everything else. We hope that by

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USA - Described by Billboard magazine as 'the thoroughly modern American band,' 3 Doors Down has enjoyed great success after bursting onto the rock music scene in 2000 with their hit single Kryptonite. Since then, the band has toured extensively to a larger audience and is currently on the road across the US beneath a Martin rig.

Handling lighting design for the band for the past seven years is Matt Mills, an industry lighting veteran with years of lighting experience under his belt from large national and international tours, television shows, major corporate events and more.

For their current outing, which sees the Mississippi-based band touring across the US through the summer, Mills has again turned to a Martin lighting rig. "I have used all these fixtures on corporates as well as other tours I have done," he stated. "I have always spec'd Marti

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South Africa - Gearhouse South Africa's Cape Town branch supplied technical production design, complete technical infrastructure including lighting, sound, AV, staging and power, plus 40 crew for the three main stages at the 2009 Cape Town International Jazz Festival.

GHSA has serviced the event since its inception in 2000. In that time, it's grown in stature and profile to become one of the most important dates on the Jazz calendar today, attracting a live audience of 60,000 plus across the two days.

Staged at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, the event was co-ordinated for GHSA by international sales manager Philip Beardwood in the office, and on site by project manager Theo van As.

Says Beardwood, "Having worked on an event for many years and seeing it evolve has been a great experience and given us real insight into the event and how the production valu

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UK - The CSS installation team has had a busy winter, completing lighting and sound installation at Newent Community School, St Edwards School, University of Gloucestershire's University Chapel and Barnwood Park Arts College.

Newent School wanted to upgrade the dimmer capability to 24 channel, and digital patching unit. A new 63Amp 3-phase mains and a Strand Wall rack 24 to distribute to seven lighting bars, along with four Robe 250AT moving heads was provided.

An extensive sound, lighting and video installation at St Edward's Senior School in Cheltenham. covers two interconnecting drama studios both of which can operate independently, or in conjunction with each other. The equipment included Selecon lanterns, Strand 6-pack dimmer, Zero88 Jester desks, Electro-voice SxA100+, Allen and Heath Mix Wizard desks and BSS FCS-966 graphics and radio microphones. A Christie Digital LX4

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UK - PixelRange has announced the appointment of Paul Young as business development manager. Young will play an integral role in the commercial direction of both PixelRange and JTE future business development.

Young states: "I am delighted to join PixelRange, and I am convinced that this is the right time and role to take my career to the next level. The current products are market leaders - and quite simply, with the new products they are poised to launch, it was impossible not to jump at the opportunity to take this role. We are all here excited at the immediate and long term future."

Young brings 15 years industry experience to this new position, covering not only a variety of roles, but the entire spectrum of lighting products - from truss to the most sophisticated lighting control systems.

JTE director John Hickinbotham states: "We know Paul very well and

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