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14 March 2016

Up to eight Awards for Innovation are available each year, as well as a special Environmental Award for a product which the judges feel contributes to the industry's quest for energy efficiency and sustainability.

This year, for the first time, all nominees will have the opportunity to present their products live to a panel of expert judges, during the Sunday of the show, on a specially-built stage on the Innovation Gallery itself, inside Earls Court 2.

The presentations and subsequent Q&A opportunities will be filmed and the winning presentations repeated on the PLASA Show's central LED screen during the Tuesday and Wednesday of the show, as well as

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Digital communications allow multiple controllers to be daisy-chained together, eliminating the need for bulky multicore cables. Self-healing emergency stop connections remove the requirement for shorting plugs, and monitoring of the hoist's status means that information about hoist presence and the state of the limits can be displayed to the user, and acted upon immediately to provide Group Halting if limits are hit whilst moving, says the company.

The new website goes live on 12 September, the first day of the show, and has been built from the ground-up with both specifiers and end users in mind.

Easy to navigate product pages and an enlarged

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The Citypainter 18000LED is a bright LED based fixture powerful enough to illuminate large architectural facades or canvas on big stage areas, says the company. The Citypainter 18000 LED utilises the extremes of LED technology and its rugged design allows installation in any environment. With an output of over 18000 Lumen and maximum projecting distance of 300m, this fixture is designed forr entertainment or architainment applications of any scale.

Features include RGBWA colour mixing. The Citypainter uses IP-67, independently controlled LED modules and quick-lock for easy mounting.

(Jim Evans)

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Cuelux is a cost-effective DMX512 lighting controller for intelligent, conventional and LED lighting, says the company. It offers a darkened and touch screen optimized graphical user interface, industry-standardised cuelist system, iPhone remote control and can be used in 10 different languages. Cuelux has Plug&Play support for MIDI control surfaces that include fader wings, motorized faders and button stations.

With the new software release for Linux, Cuelux is now a multi-platform lighting software package; Cuelux was already available on Mac OSX and MS Windows (with both 32 bit and 64 bit drivers available). The advantage of a multi-platform system is that every user can choose his own preferred operating system in which he feels technically comfortable and in the case of Linux, ev

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BlueBox is billed as the industry's first PC-based intelligent, integrated DMX and RDM controller software. Built from the ground-up specifically for controlling large rigs of RDM enabled products, the BlueBox RDM controller allows users to search for any RDM enabled product in a DMX/RDM Network, automatically patch the fixture, and control the fixture, as well as receive status updates on the fixture and configure settings such as fixture mode, lamp on/off and more. This makes the BlueBox RDM controller suitable for quick setup and programming of corporate and live event rigs and is ideal for autonomous monitoring of large scale lighting installations in architectural environments, says the company.

The BlueBox RDM controller is built wi

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Samson's Expedition Series offers an array of practical and portable PA solutions for a variety of applications. Now, the series has a new flagship model: the XP510i that offers more power with a comprehensive feature set.

Bridging the gap between fixed installation and portable applications, Samson will also introduce the Auro active speaker systems.

(Jim Evans)

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Sound console manufacturer DiGiCo's recently launched their SD9 Red Snapper digital console - which is housed in its default 5 Star flight case that will be highlighted on Stand 1-L36.

Also on display will be another set of cases, designed and manufactured specifically for Martin Audio's new MLA (Multi-Cellular Loudspeaker Array) System.

A selection of CNC-routed foam inserts will also be present, in the form of a professional tool case. This demonstrates 5 Star's flexible and dynamic machining capabilities - which also enhance the quick turnarounds and quality for which 5 Star is renowned - using three Thermwood CNC systems, says the company.

5 Star's standard ranges will include the Arena - cost effective general purpos

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New Wine originated as a Christian festival, established in 1989 by members of the Anglican clergy. It now appeals to the largest network of Christians open to the charismatic movement in the UK, running a number of week-long festivals in England, Scotland and Wales and currently attracting around 30,000 delegates per year. Its success has spawned the well-known Soul Survivor event for teenagers.

Wigwam has provided sound reinforcement services for the twin festivals for several years, using the residential even

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The meeting will be held in the PLASA Show seminar theatre during the second day of the show and Bonner hopes that as many representatives from the lighting manufacturers exhibiting or visiting the show will take the time to attend. The topic for discussion is a voluntary standard labelling system for their lighting fixtures to communicate the information for the end user in respect of their responsibilities to the new Artificial Optical Radiation Directive (AORD)

The new regulations require all employers to assess the amount of exposure to artificial light their workforce is exposed to. Bonner is concerned that the responsibilities of the manufactures to comm

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"This was a great project for Black Light," says Stephen Read, head of the company's Events Team. "It was an exciting challenge to transfer our skills as theatrical technicians to the world of on-site TV production. There are a number of differences in terminology and working practice to get used to, but my team was well up to the job and everyone performed superbly."

The main technical challenge involved in getting the show broadcast was ensuring that all the lights were properly placed to create the illusions and effects needed by the producers. "It was interesting to see how the TV crew pu

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The football show, hosted by Richard Keys and Andy Gray, forms part of the biggest season of live Barclays Premier League football on Sky Sports with 115 live matches all in high definition. In keeping with the original format, the show features innovations such as digital on-screen graphics and games analysis using the latest computer technology.

To carry this high-tech look and feel through to the studio set lighting and visual effects, show LD Malcolm Reed approached AC-ET's Video division to provide a real-time video playback control system for projecting moving content onto various LED display surfaces.

A.C. Video supplied Green Hippo HippoCritters to DMX pixe

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Highlights at this year's show include new products from ASL, Australian Monitor, Aviom, beyerdynamic, Biamp, Renkus Heinz, MC² and XTA. In addition, POLARaudio will introduce "exciting new milestones from Dynacord", details of which will be announced during the show. ASL, Cue, and Novasonar will also feature on the stand.

New products include, from beyerdynamic, D290 and D790 professional series headphones and headsets now available with an integrated level limiter, Australian Monitor AMD series Amplifiers and Revolution DSP, Aviom's AllFrame Multi-Modular I/O System, the EN-54-16 certified Biamp Vocia and a new fl

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The Skirt/Header Clamp is for creating an adjustable screen surround. Utilising two clamps, a screen surround can be created in just about any size, 16:9, 4:3, etc. - up to 16ft wide.

See Drape Kings at PLASA 2010 on stand 2-SP12.

Register here for your visit the PLASA Show.

(Jim Evans)

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For the opening, lighting designer Ali Saab chose an MA control system consisting of two grandMA full-size consoles, three MA video stations, three MA NSP (Network Signal Processors) and MA Digital Dimmer Touring 12 2.3kVA modules (Socapex EF 419). The lighting rig featured 56 Clay Paky Alpha Wash 575s, 40 Alpha Spot HPE 1200s, 20 Alpha Beam 1500s and 20 Alpha Beam 300s as well as SC15 (15 mm) and SC20 (20 mm) LED-screens, totalling 150sq.m of surface.

For the concerts in Al-Muroje Th

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Much of the music played at live music festivals includes a lot of bass sound and subsequently a high level of low frequency noise. Additionally, the use of visual effects on stage, such as fireworks, produces percussive noise which is also low frequency. It is for this reason that festival organisers, such as Glastonbury, have selected Howard Leight by Sperian's Laser Lite earplugs which are particularly effective at attenuating low frequency sounds, says the company.

Laser Lite single-use earplugs

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According to conference chairman Roland Hemming, the day is aimed at three types of attendee: "Those who are just learning about networking and are keen to find out more; those who are using networking technology already but want to explore some of the more complex issues; and those who aren't necessarily interested in the nuts and bolts of the technology, but are keen to find out how it is going to change the economic model of the industry."

Hosted by Installation Europe and Pro Sound News Europe, the day will present a rounded picture of AV networking from a variety of perspectives. A panel of end users and venue representatives will discuss customer expectations of networking. A panel of

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MR2 8x6m is the latest roofing product from Milos, which is now available as part of their MR2 range of roofing systems. MR2 8x6m meets the demand for a smaller, heavy duty stage for those projects requiring compact roofs with greater weight loadings. It can cover 48sq.m and is designed for clients wanting a structure that can take more weight than the popular MR1 series, bit not needing anything as substantial in size as the MR3, MR4 or MR5 series.

The roof is supported by Milos MT1 towers and the frame constructed out of M290V Quatro trussing beams. All the wires required for wind stabilization are part of the standard package supplied with Milos roofing systems. A tough PVC canopy is available in a wide variety of colors, and the roof comes with all certifications and an

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Over 2,000 chairmen, 800 lighting designers, 1,000 engineers, 900 technicians / programmers and 500 installers are among them - with concert & touring, live events and theatre the fastest growing sectors and impressive growth coming from the AV visitor figures too. Confirming that PLASA 2010 continues to be viewed as a truly international event, 30% of registrations are from non-UK visitors.

Interest has been high as organiser PLASA Events has announced a stream of over 60 new and returning exhibitors over the summer, joining the show's regular cast of hundreds of key international brands, between them preparing to launch an estimated 500 new audio, video, lighting and stage technology products.

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The new G4 product line includes Adaptive Frequency Hopping technology to avoid interference from Wi-fi, Intercom and other radio products, W-DMX invisi-wire and data-safe technologies for unparalleled fidelity, and support of RDM (Remote Device Management) so units can be configured remotely with no fuss or cables. W-DMX G4 is the only product on the market to support the 5.8GHz band as standard, ensuring that even if the 2.4GHz band becomes too crowded with other users, your lighting control remains rock solid. G4 also has the highest output power, up

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The Martin stand will display an innovative line that includes "a product certain to be a springboard for revolutionary lighting designs".

The MAC 350 Entour is a cutting edge LED profile fixture. Featuring proprietary LED technology, it is the market's first real alternative to traditional HID-based profile fixtures. In a package smaller and lighter than market leading 250 watt fixtures, the MAC 350 Entour exceeds even 300 watt fixtures in brightness, says the company.

The MAC III Performance is a high-output profile moving head with a new interleaved framing system with full crossover of each blade and industry-first continuous rotation for new projection,

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Running alongside PLASA 2010, the PLASA International Rigging Conference is taking place on 13-14 September in the Earls Court Conference Centre. This 'world-first' unique event has attracted delegates from Europe, USA, Canada, Asia and Australia - making it an invaluable international industry forum for the international live entertainment and event rigging community.

Industry icons speaking at the conference include Unusual Rigging's Alan Jacobi, Star Events Group's Roger Barrett, Prolyte's Marc Hendriks, CM ET's Cristiano Giavedoni and Sapsis Rigging's Bill Sapsis.

Unusual Rigging's Alan Jacobi, LVO, states, "Unusual are delighted to be su

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The DML-1200 was originally designed as a dual moving digital luminaire and high-quality video projector, offering unlimited image selection with the ability to seamlessly switch between video projection and light mode, cue by cue. The Axon provides lighting designers with a full complement of digital lighting features, including collage and curved surface support, warping and edge blending, and access to thou

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The Entertainment Valley double decker stand, is named after the road all three companies reside on, and will offer clients and friends of the companies a Belgium Beer Café environment to discuss their services and potential projects.

The Belgium neighbours each specialise in different production disciplines; Stageco are internationally renowned for innovative stage designs and temporary structures, whilst EML Productions are a prominent supplier of audiovisual equipment and The Powershop provides event power supplies.

The international trio have collaborated on many different proj

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Vocia offers a high degree of scalability, from simple overhead paging applications to advanced paging systems spanning multiple zones and structures, says the company. With decentralized processing and page routing, Vocia's smart units use network technology to distribute intelligence - eliminating the potential for a single point of system failure. As the first US manufacturer to earn EN 54-16 certification, Biamp built Vocia from the ground up to meet the exacting requirements for Voice Alarm Control and Indicating Equipment (VACIE).

Vocia offers audio distribution over standard Cat 5/6/7 fibre networks and the internet, systems can be remote and connected for real time paging and evacuation. With a range of wal