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14 March 2016

The G300 was Le Maitre's second generation high powered smoke machine, following on from the Smoke Processor 3 series, and at the time of its launch was commented on by competitors as setting the standard by which all other machines would be judged. Le Maitre's goal at the time was quite simply to make a machine that was better than anything else on the market. This has clearly proved to be the case with sales still going strong and many of the unique features still not being able to be emulated by other manufacturers.

Le Maitre came up with and patented its 'Layered Block System' called Genesis - hence the 'G' of G300. T

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14 March 2016

PLASA is carrying out a survey of employers and technicians across both theatre and live events in the UK in relation to the further development of qualifications and are calling for participation from employers and technicians in the live events and theatre sector. It is hoped data will emerge on how many technicians are working, both employed and freelance, and in which areas of specialism - and it will assess the appetite of the industry for further vocational qualifications beyond the National Rigging Certificate.

Matthew Griffiths, CEO of PLASA said: "This is an essential piece of research for the entertainment technology sector that will be vital in setting PLASA's skills planning over the coming

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14 March 2016

PRG provides integrated services and equipment, including audio, video, lighting, rigging, staging, and scenery and automation systems, and has chosen Prolyte to supply a structured platform of complementary truss products. The core offering will include a range of trussing from the compact H30V series through to more heavy-duty systems such as S36V and S52V trusses, encompassing some items powder-coated in black.

The initial investment exceeds a staggering 10,000 metres of trussing; creating a considerable modular stock which PRG plans to expand on in the future.

The wide and versatile range of trussing systems that Prolyte offers ties in seamlessly with the variety of markets that PRG serves, enabling single disci

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14 March 2016

Specially modified shock mounted 19" rack systems have been customized to fit FIX8's individually spec'd media server systems. The media server's racks are uniform in width and depth, but vary in height from between 12 and 30 units.

In addition to the actual media server computers, the racks also house all the required peripherals needed for a complete media server video processing system, including PPUs, support racks and cameral channel control racks.

FIX8 also has more cases which are designed to house four 24 inch monitors, complete with DVI cables and stands - so the contents in the two differe

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14 March 2016

The space - original features including double height windows with stained glass detail and a magnificent organ fully renovated with pipes left exposed - has been lovingly restored to its former splendour and opened as Manchester's live music and event space by independent owners Trof.

Trof have a penchant for discovering found spaces and turning them into buzzing entertainment hubs, and the Albert Hall is no exception as it gears up for full operation with promoters and private clients clamouring to book it for bands, comedy and cabaret shows, club nights, parties and corporate events.

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14 March 2016

Walters, son of the company's co-founder John Walters, has chosen to take up a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join specialist UK model makers, Amalgam.

Walters' passion for cars is legendary having collected model cars for his entire life and been instrumental in establishing James Thomas Engineering as a sponsor of Jack Goff, the industry's adopted racing driver and BTCC champion.

"Amalgam is a very well-respected, highly-specialised UK manufacturer of scale model cars for top end clients," says Walters. "Hard though it will be to leave JTE, I am very excited by the prospect of new horizons that this move gives."

"Andy is an irreplaceable member of the JTE team, both in terms of his character

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14 March 2016

The evening incorporated a special tribute to Mark Fisher - a name synonymous with the evolution of live scenic event design over the past three decades. Tony Bowern, Brilliant Stages director, said: "Brilliant Stages and I have had the privilege of working with Mark and Stufish for more than 20 years, and we were pleased to host Cristina Garcia, Ray Winkler and a number of the Stufish team on one of our tables at the awards."

The following night at th

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14 March 2016

The stand will feature some of the many marques which AC-ET is the exclusive UK reseller for - including Chroma-Q, Mole-Richardson, Spotlight and James Thomas Engineering lighting solutions, Jands lighting and media control, Green Hippo media servers, LedGo LED video screens and floors, and Columbus McKinnon chain hoists. Other leading authorised brands showcased on the stand include Philips Selecon lighting, Manfrotto and Avenger stands and grip, Litec and Prolyte trussing, Petzl PPE equipment, and Crosby, Tractel and A.C. Rigging hardware accessories.

See in action new Chro

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14 March 2016

Acoustically effective textiles have been an issue for Gerriets for a while now. The company now has its own acoustics department which is entrusted with developing and applying acoustically effective materials and systems for use in stationary as well as in flexible installations.

Basically, Gerriets offers three different acoustic components: Sound absorbing textiles, sound reflecting textiles and sound permeable textiles. In addition sound insolating curtains can be manufactured by means of combining different textiles in a certain way. All of these materials can be installed stationary as well as on mobile systems such as roller banners, scissor lifts or track systems.

To present all these information and materials bundled Gerriets has printed a c

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14 March 2016

Hoist UK director, Paul Jordan comments, "Having Wayne join our team is a major asset for the company, as it is always difficult to employ a high quality design engineer with a proven track record in the industry."

Paul Jordan adds, "Wayne has a vast knowledge of standard lifting equipment, but his knowledge within the specialised cranes and lifting equipment sector will be a real advantage to us as the company grows, and especially assisting with specialist projects that we are working on."

Wayne R

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He says, "As I was losing my strength, both physically and mentally, my business began to suffer. Being unable to travel meant that work became increasingly difficult to the point where I had to stop. Losing clients affected my income so acutely that I've almost been living on thin

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14 March 2016

Spendlove's 'Smart Partner' programme sees the company enter agreements with European based businesses operating in the events industry that are looking to win work internationally. Spendlove's COO, Mike Smith has announced the company's latest 'Smart Partners' as temporary inflatable structure suppliers, Evolution Dome and temporary water and waste management specialists, MTD.

"The idea behind the Smart Partner programme is to not only encourage collaboration between the event industry's leading suppliers but also to create viable business opportunities for both partners," explains Mike. "Having been operating in the Middle East for 5 years, we have seen the growth of the live event production sector and are keen t

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14 March 2016

The drapes and rigging specialists, led by project director Kevin Monks, collaborated with Brits TV and Beyonce's production team to install an 8m wide by 12m fine gauze high speed roller screen which became the centre piece of the star's simple yet glamorous performance.

In collaboration with set company, Steel Monkey, the team installed three steel boxes upstage of the screen, clad with multiple layers of white voile to create a series of projection surfaces for XL video to display creative content. At the opening of the performance, Beyonce stood between the fine gauze and a giant close up of her face was projected live onto the screen, appearing to the audience as if suspended in mid-air.

As the star b

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14 March 2016

ITEAC 2014: The Future of Performance Spaces - The People, The Places, The Technologies, has recorded its highest pre-registered delegate interest in the Conference's history and has been inundated with ideas for papers & content from those interested in contributing from around the world.

The opening delegate rate has been held at 2010 prices for those registering early for ITEAC 2014. Further discounts are available to members of OISTAT (International Organisation of Scenographers, Theatre Architects and Technicians), the ABTT (Association of British Theatre Technicians) membership and members of its Partner Organisations.

Developing themes for the fourth three-day quadrennial conference, being held at the University of London's Senate H

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14 March 2016

Having ETCP Certification demonstrates that you are in the top third of the industry professionals in North America; furthermore, to maintain your certification, you must accrue continuing education credits which shows your employer that you are current with industry developments and practices.

The ETCP Examinations will be given at USITT in Ft. Worth. All three ETCP examinations will be given in one session the morning of Saturday, 29 March, 2014. Candidates who wish to take more than one exam should contact ETCP. Members and employees of members of USITT receive a $100 discount on examination fees. Interested applicants must

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14 March 2016

"Our sale of the 1,000th RPD system comes as TMB's ProPower brand continues to enjoy increasing popularity with entertainment and live event professionals worldwide," says TMB sales manager, Stephanie Kilburg. "Continuously enhanced to maintain its quality advantage, ProPower RPD remains the most reliable, versatile (and good looking!) power distro out there. We look forward to continuing to grow our long-standing and successful partnership with AC Power."

"ProPower RPD offers the finest dollar-for-performance ratio available," adds James Davey of AC Power Distribution. "The fact that TMB has supplied th

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14 March 2016

Stage Technologies was hired by main contractor Gilbert Ash. The automation system utilises a Nomad Control Desk and a Wireless Solo to control a flying system comprising BigTow fly bar winches and sidebar winches; TipTow Point Hoists (TTPH) with swivelling gimbal pulleys; and variable speed positioning chain hoists (CH:i). Hardware was installed to enable the TTPH and CH:i to be moved between Thrust and

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14 March 2016

The companies are Interal TC BV, Michel.Ingenieure GmbH, Scan-Rig AB and Frontline Rigging Consultancy / ZFX Europe.

Several news announcements and new products will be highlights of the stand.

Interal will launch its new printed catalogue and will show its 5 tonne Rigging Tower, along with a range of standard products and custom projects.

Scan-rig will showcase a new range of rigging products from 2mm Safetybonds to 2T softsteels.

Frank Michel from Michel Ingenieure will be on hand to explain the new upcoming standards Eurocode 9 EN1090 CE Class 2 & 3 that will affect truss and construction manufacturing. Described by SteelConstruction.info as "one of the most significant chan

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14 March 2016

The stunt was planned and executed by Unusual Rigging's technical director Robin Elias, who explained, "Men on a Ledge is the latest in a list of Ant and Dec challenges we've worked on. We were presented with a 'wish list' by the show's producer about five weeks ago, outlining his vision for the challenge. It was our job to find a solution and design the systems to enable it to happen."

From the beginning of the project, Robin knew there would be

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14 March 2016

The first of these new events - and the first PLASA Focus to be staged in mainland Europe - will take place this summer, when PLASA Focus: Brussels open its doors in the heart of Belgium's capital city, on 1-2 July. PLASA Events reports that initial interest from exhibitors has been very positive, with over 30 companies already applying for space in Brussels, including brands such as ADJ, Chauvet, d&b audiotechnik, Robe and Shure.

Having introduced the successful PLASA Focus event model in Leeds, UK, in 2009 and subsequently in various cities across North America, PLASA has long been aware of the market's desire for more of this type of event in Europe. The BeNeLux region was one of the first to be considered for a regional mark

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14 March 2016

Launched by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) as part of its ongoing campaign to endorse the sport and increase participation, the second-ever World Tennis Day recreated history as iconic tennis pros including Andre Agassi vs. Pete Sampras and Novak Djokovic vs. Andy Murray, took to the court.

With sister events taking place simultaneously in New York and Hong Kong, this was the first time the event was held in the UK. The one day sporting spectacular also featured various interactive workshops and coaching sessions for guests to try out their tennis skills.

Working with long-term client Earls Court and event organisers Star Games, Blackout installed 2,500m2 of black wool serge drapes carefully shaped around the perimeter of th

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14 March 2016

LiteStructures decorative and architectural truss has been relentlessly developed for over two decades to fulfil a broad range of requirements. The lightweight, light-duty LiteStructures systems are available in two ranges: Lite - which includes standard truss solutions, and Live - truss with circuit tracks incorporated, providing possibilities for integrated lighting solutions.

Two new products have been added to the LiteStructures Live truss range, the

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14 March 2016

Two major new products are launched at the show - Velocity 2 drives and the Mentor range of SIL3 safety controllers.

Kinesys will also be highlighting its EVO variable speed hoist system, its DigiHoist fixed speed digital chain hoist controller and its Libra range of accurate load measurement products.

The Velocity 2 line of powerful drives provides robust customised entertainment automation solutions for open-loop or closed-loop control of induction, linear and servo motors for winches, turntables, elevators and other stage machinery.

Engineered to deliver power and performance to h

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14 March 2016

Homecoming - Hit musical Book of Mormon is due to play Salt Lake City for the first time next year, near the location of the Mormon church's headquarters. It will run from July to August at The Capitol Theatre, less than half a mile from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' flagship temple. Written by South Park's Matt Stone and Trey Parker, the show pokes fun at two naive m