For more information on the National Skills Academy and for the chance to give your opinion on what skills are needed you can complete the online questionnaire at the web address below by 28 February 2007.
(Lee Baldock)
"We are always looking for ways to expand our operation so that we can continue to provide our clients with a first class service," says Star Events' group sales director Jane Russen. "There is an obvious synergy between our Star Mobile division and SRC, so when the opportunity to combine our two mobile fleets presented itself, it seemed a logical progression."
Jon Slater of SRC commented, "SRC has always had a good working relationship with Star Events Group. Combining forces in this way can only make our service stronger. We are looking forward to the challenges ahead."
The new alliance will operate from Star Events Group's headquarters. All contact names, numbers, web and email addresses r
The Institute of Sound and Communications Engineers has always had a close working relationship with the statutory regulation bodies and is available to answer any questions that may arise from this particular issue - contact the e-mail address below. Voice Alarm is a life safety system and on
Established challenge grant slots are still available for the Behind the Scenes / Long Reach Long Riders 2007 USITT Raffle, March 15 - 17 in Phoenix, Arizona at $5,000 each (four openings left) and The Long Reach Long Riders 2007 New England Charity Ride, July 29 - August 6 at $10,000 each (two openings).
David Rosenberg, president of I. Weiss, explains that it was an easy decision for his company. "We believe that we should be supportive of th
Recolight is a not-for-profit company set up by the lamps industry to operate a scheme designed to meet the specific and in some respects, unique requirements of Gas Discharge Lamps under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations. The Scheme already has over 20 producers who have made firm commitments by pre-registering and this is now expected to grow quickly following the formal approval of the Scheme. The deadline for producers to register via a Scheme is 15 March 2007
Hide Suzuki, director, pro audio sales manager at Mix Wave says: "API manufactures some of the very best analogue equipment in the world. They've been making waves for decades, and with the industry's renewed interest in imparting an analogue sound on digital recordings, interest in API keeps increasing. For those customers who were clambering for API, we're happy to add them to our line card. For those customers who haven't heard of API's products, we're happy to let them hear what they've been missing!"
API's managing director, Gordon Smart, commented: "We're extremely pleased to have Mix Wave as our distributor in the important Japanese professional audio market, and we look forward to working closely with them."
(Jim E
The bridge, which spans the Arkansas River, is 4,226 feet long, with a span over the river totalling 3,463 feet, according to the US Army Corps of Engineers. Billed as the world's longest pedestrian and bicycle bridge, construction was completed in August 2006. The addition of lights was completed a few months later.
Illumivision of Edmonton, Alberta, was responsible for the design and installation of the bridge lighting - 169 Illumivision Light Wave LX fixtures are installed at the base of the thirt
For this particular application, Link was also asked to design a compatible 54-pin hybrid LK connector capable of
For the first time ever, L&SI is offering full-time professionals on the European mainland the chance to sign up for one year's FREE subscription to L&SI magazine - a subscription that would usually cost around 75 euros (£50). Visitors to the show can sign up for this great offer by visiting the PLASA/L&SI stand at the Hall 8.0 Walkway, stand J80. (Look for the VPLT, ESTA & PLASA signs).
(Lee Baldock)
"If you are able to support the trek it would be wonderful, full details can be found on the website www.unicorntheatre.com," says Cooper. "A group of around 15 of us will be trekking up to 10 hours a day for five days - reaching a height of 4,600m - and camping overnight along the way."
Donations can be made via www.justgiving.com/jonathancoopertrek.
"Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It i
The legendary singer, songwriter and actress joins other iconic artists including Madonna, Cliff Richard, Status Quo, George Michael, Kylie Minogue and snooker champion Stephen Hendry in having a permanent cast of her hands in the Square of Fame. On unveiling her handprints, Parton commented: "It is wonderful to be performing here at Wembley and an honour to leave my handprints in the Square. I never realised just how small my hands are."
(Jim Evans)
The merger of the two businesses will effectively double the size of the existing Avesco group with combined net assets approaching £50 million and substantial financial resources to fund future development. The existing Avesco team will continue to manage the enlarged business providing continuity for both staff and customers.
InvestinMedia recently sold its 49% stake in Complete Communications, world-wide rights holder of the Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? TV show, producing a substantial profit on its investment. InvestinMedia currently owns Fountain Studios (the UK's largest dedicated independent television studio facility) and holds minority stakes in two media related AIM listed businesses.
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The new Configured NVR/DVR enclosures are specifically designed to address the cable and thermal management needs of NVRs and DVRs. Each enclosure ships with Middle Atlantic Products' solutions for the essentials of any fully-integrated enclosure system.
"Now, instead of having to pick and choose from our c
The charities benefiting from his ride are SANDS for bereaved parents and families and HOPEHIV which seeks to help the 16 million orphans in Africa who have lost their parents to AIDS. He has raised almost £2000 so far.
"We had some friends who tragically lost their baby at the same time as our daughter was born and they received huge amounts of help and support from SANDS. I felt it an
The one-day course combines theory with practical examples of many topics specific to laser display safety. In addition to the subjects covered during the course, each attendee receives a copy of the Laser Visuals Research handbook on laser display safety, and receives a certificate of attendance.
The course has been designed to provide essential and valuable information for anybody involved with working with laser lighting products, whether they be show operators, installation companies, manufacturers, or resellers of laser projectors. Attendees of the course will also be automatically enrolled onto the new Laser S
Major employers in the theatre, live music and events industries already report serious difficulties recruiting qualified and experienced professionals in a wide range of disciplines including lighting, sound, stage controls and specialist backstage support staff.
Since January 2007, more than 300 individuals and organisations - including employers, trade bodies and freelancers - have been consulted on the Skills Academy proposal being developed by Creative & Cul
Applicants are asked to submit work showing the development and processes of a successfully realised lighting design performance project. The project must have been completed at some point during the last 12 months (July 2006 - June 2007). Materials such as photographs, storyboards, plans and any other work the student feels appropriate can be submitted, along w
Jon McClintock, APT's commercial director, says: "The new website reflects the depth and breadth of APT's product portfolio, both as a technology provider and a codec manufacturer. The content is clear, concise and readily accessible to both Licensing partners and codec users."
(Jim Evans)
Commenting on his role within Axis Post, Eggleton says: "My main function will be to try to bridge the different operations of Axis Post and Axis Hire. It's been recognised that there is a void in the market for the whole process of data management within digital cinematography projects, both at the acquisition stage and in handling data in post and the storage thereafter. Axis Post is investing in R&D to address this
Amanda Chester, Harman Pro UK's marketing manager, commented: "We're delighted to join Club NME at Koko for the rescheduled final. Club NME is all about great music and upcoming talent, so it's the perfect fit for Unsigned Heroes. It's going to be a great night for music."
(Jim Evans)
Since its opening in May 2005 the Studio has hosted production rehearsals for Coldplay, Robbie Williams, Muse, George Michael, Westlife, Meat Loaf and many others.
Adrian Brooks says, "This is an exciting new appointment for Litestructures. Brent brings with him considerable experience within both the live music and television production sectors. He will bring real innovation to this role and establish the Litestructures Studio as the UK's premier rehearsal facility."Brent Woods adds, "Litestructures has built a wonderful facility which is unique not only in Yorkshire,
Jonathan 'JP' Parker, who has been serving as Aviom's sales director in the Southeastern US, is now assuming the role of director of international sales, Asia Pacific.
Mark Meding, who has been Aviom's sales director for the Northeast US and Canada, will now assume Parker's former Southeastern territory and will be in charge of sales throughout the entire East Coast of the US.
The Canadian territory is now back in the hands of Aviom's longtime international sales director, Joel Brazy, who also continues to oversee the company's European sales efforts.
The Aviom sales force is managed by national sales director Gary Lee, under the leadership of Aviom's new vice president of sales & marketing, Mike McGinn.
(Jim Evans)
Mark Gibbons, Le Mark Group's business development manager comments, "The Setwear Gloves & Accessories range only started a few years ago with Le Mark. Since the addition of the IronClad range we've noticed a tremendous increase in interest from both end-users and existing distributors. The addition of John Henry's stocking the range is a huge advantage, especially as they are a company already well established within this industry but, most importantly, one that is known as a friendly, fast and reliable supplier."
Paul Cooper, Pro Shop sales manager adds, "Having grown up in an indus
