5 Star Cases

5 Star showcased its recent major investment into 3D modelling software, 'Solid Edge' from UGS. Demonstrated by Andy Stockdale, who has been implementing the system into the company's facilities, the main software capabilities include the fabrication of case fittings and hardware, case assemblies and photo-realistic rendering. Integration into other company facilities was also demonstrated, such as generation of production ready geometry for use with CNC machining systems. XpressReview, a free 'client-based' application was also shown. Keith Sykes, 5 Star's works director, said: "The interest shown by both new clients and existing customers in this new software was fantastic."

Cases on display at this year's show included a range of Robe Show Lighting moving head trunks, and a 'Special Projects' production console used for the Solid Edge demonstration and there was particular interest in the Lighthouse Technologies 80" LED Pop Vision, for which 5 Star produces the case and lifting system.

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