Royal Philips announced yesterday that it has acquired New Zealand-based Selecon, a prominent global designer, manufacturer and distributor of professional theatrical and architectural lighting fixtures. Under the terms of the agreement, Philips will acquire the business assets of Selecon New Zealand Limited, Selecon UK Limited, Selecon North America LLC and Aureol Lighting Limited. No financial … [Read more...]
Scottish freelances warned about ‘Ecstasy’
Toronto based film producer Rob Heydon is reported to be contacting BECTU members in Scotland to offer work on his project, 'Ecstasy'. However, BECTU is still attempting to recover money for some members who worked on Rob Heydon’s first attempt at this project last year. While there have been protracted and intermittent discussions with Rob Heydon on possible solutions, he has failed to date … [Read more...]
Barco Announces Revolutionary Automated Wash Luminaire
Visualization pioneer Barco announced today the debut of the SHOWBEAM™ 2.5, a new High End Systems automated wash luminaire that features a jointly developed Philips MSR 2500-watt lamp source. A smooth field, soft-edge illumination is produced using a new radial lenticular homogenizing lens system that provides a signature look on stage. In addition, the dedicated wash light includes a user … [Read more...]
Chroma-Q goes on line
To celebrate the launch of the new Chroma-Q Color Block 2 LED fixture and the growing success of the lighting brand worldwide, www.chroma-q.com has been launched. Dealers and end users are provided with easy access to a dedicated online portal for the very latest Chroma-Q product news, user applications, support and reseller information. For product information, extensive application case … [Read more...]
Zero 88 Launches ORB
Zero 88, part of Cooper Controls Ltd, enters a new era of development with the launch of their stunning new theatrical lighting console ORB. Graham Eales, Managing Director of Zero 88 explains “The ORB has been designed partly by using Zero 88’s years of experience developing entertainment lighting controls but more importantly has been driven by extensive market research and customer feedback. … [Read more...]
