direct from: www.etnow.comRegularsContentsthis monthJobs and CareersWeb DirectoryFeaturesIssue: 308Knight of Illumination Awards 2018 Winners announced page 14October 2018Unusual Rigging’s Alan Jacobi has been awarded the prestigious Gottelier Award. Alan was nominated for his contributions to the NRC.Robe brought an animated, vibrant, high-impact theatre meets rock & roll live show to the centre of its stand design at the 2018 PLASA expo.PLASA 2018 was held in Olympia’s National Hallpage: 12page: 15page: 2page: 31pages: 28 to 31PLASA 2018 was held in Olympia’s National Hall in London from 16-18 September etnow’s editorial camera walked the aislesLIGHTING | SOUND | VIDEORIGGING | STAGING | DRAPESw: hawthorn.bizt: 01664 821 111e: hire@hawthorn.bizBARCO UDX-4K32 LASER PROJECTOR 31,000 lumens 4K UHD resolution 3-chip DLP laser phosphor large venue projector We also supply the pioneering 0.4 Ultra Short Throw lens with 1.16 – 1.49 and 1.5 – 2.0 zoomAVAILABLE TO HIREGLP Releases Supercharged impression E350 LED Moving Head GLP officially launched the impression E350 LED moving head at PLASA 2018 – a new, supercharged companion to its popular impression S350, in an efficient, optimised package. With an advanced LED engine offering unprecedented output in its class, the fixture will find favour in any type of showcase event or installation with dynamic, articulated lighting as the centrepiece. And since it offers flicker free operation, with smooth electronic dimming from 0-100%, multiple dimming curves, with no colour shift, it will also find favour in the broadcast / TV segment.More on page 6Robe Rocks PLASA with SuperSpikiepage: 16Alan Jacobi Honoured by Gottelier Award Wincontents this monthOctober 2018page no.Featurespage : 5page : 8page : 11page : 8TECHNICAL STANDARDS FOR PLACES OF ENTERTAINMENTRevised in February 2017 Available now from www.etbooks.co.uk12 Winners revealed for the PLASA Awards for Innovation 2018 The PLASA Awards for Innovation, organised in collaboration with LSi magazine, took place at the end of a buzzing Monday at this year’s PLASA Show. The Awards recognise and reward pioneering product designs and the people behind them, and are highly regarded as they are independently judged by a team of industry experts. This year saw 47 entries vying for the respected awards, with the judges selecting eight winners and one Gold Award winner.12 Unusual’s Alan Jacobi Honoured by Gottelier Award Win Unusual Rigging’s Alan Jacobi has been awarded the prestigious Gottelier Award at PLASA 2018. Alan was nominated for the award for his work to make rigging an established profession via his contributions to the NRC accreditation scheme. The award, named after the late lighting designer and industry commentator Tony Gottelier was launched in 2007 to recognise those who have made significant and sustained contributions to the advancement of entertainment, presentation or installation technology. Alan was this year’s recipient, having worked rigorously to raise the profile and professionalism of the rigging industry and has long recognised the need for training and education. He has been a driving force behind the NRC accreditation scheme since the very beginning in 2005 and Unusual Rigging is an Assessment Centre for the NRC.14 Knight of Illumination Awards 2018 Winners announced at London’s Eventim Apollo The leading lights of the entertainment production industry descended on London’s famous Eventim Apollo on Sunday evening, 16th September, where the winners of the 2018 Knight of Illumination Awards were announced. A record number of people attended the glittering ceremony this year, which brings together entertainment technology professionals from around the world. The Knight of Illumination Awards celebrate the achievements of lighting and video designers working in the fields of Theatre, Television and Concert Touring & Events.15 Robe Rocks PLASA with SuperSpikie Robe brought an animated, vibrant, high-impact theatre meets rock & roll live show to the centre of its stand design at the 2018 PLASA entertainment technology expo in London’s Olympia. Putting ‘performance’ at the heart of the presentation, Robe launched its brand new SuperSpikie moving light. The spectacular show, which also illustrated other new and current Robe products including the new RoboSpot remote follow spotting system running with MDC (multi device control) and the new iParFect, the first in a series of upcoming IP rated luminaires. 16 PLASA 2018 was held in Olympia’s National Hall in London from 16-18 September etnow’s editorial camera walked the aislesfrom the editordirect from: www.etnow.comEntertainment Technology is published 12 times a year in conjunction with the leading industry portal www.etnow.comEditor: John OffordTechnical Editor: Jackie StainesPublished by: Entertainment Technology Press LtdThe Studio, High Green Great ShelfordCambridge CB22 5EGTelephone: +44 (0)1223 550805Fax: +44 (0)1223 550806Website: www.etnow.comemail: editor@etnow.com© Entertainment Technology Press Ltd.Subscription Rates:Annual Subscription for 12 issues (UK): £27.50Annual Subscription (overseas): £50.00Subject to acceptance, subscription is free to UK based industry professionals.Subscribe online at: www.etnow.com/etmag/Opinions expressed in Entertainment Technology are not necessarily those of the publishers. All rights are reserved and reproduction of any part in whatever form is prohibited without the prior permission of the publishers.etnow.com (entertainment technology news on web) is the industry portal site with news from around the world added daily under various sector headings coupled to an extensive archive. The site also features a books section where titles from Entertainment Technology Press can be ordered online via our secure Sage Pay credit card services.Register forKeep up to date by signing upat www.etnow.com/etexpressWeekly News HeadlinesIssue: 308Entertainment Technology PressLatest TitleAutoCAD – A Handbook for Theatre Users 4th editionDavid Ripley 318pp £32.00 ISBN: 9781904031901From ‘Setting Up’ to ‘Drawing in Three Dimensions’ via ‘Drawings Within Drawings’, this compact and fully illustrated guide to AutoCAD covers everything from the basics to full colour rendering and remote 3D plotting. Fourth, completely revised edition, February 2018.Prolyte Trussing, LiteDeck & StageDex from the premier UK stockist…Call us for pricing03330 142 101stage-electrics.co.uk Lightpower Collection supports Backup – The Technical Entertainment Charity at PLASA 2018For the past four years, the Lightpower Collection has toured worldwide with In the Eye of the Rock ’n’ Roll Hurricane, an exhibition which shows the body of work from acclaimed Rock ‘n’ Roll photographer, Neal Preston. In it are more than 70 of his iconic pictures: legendary album covers, views behind the scenes, moments that made history – the essence of Rock ’n’ Roll and concert touring that has dominated out industry since the late ‘60s. Neal Preston’s fine art prints are highly sought after by collectors worldwide, and Lightpower Collection donates all proceeds from the sale of prints and merchandise go to Behind the Scenes and Backup – two technical entertainment charities that providerelief for event technicians in need.At PLASA London 2018, the Lightpower Collection was proud to be able to donate another £10,000 to Backup. The donation was presented to Backup chairman, John Simpson, by Lightpower Collection owner, Ralph-Jörg Wezorke, bringing the total raised for both charities to over $110,000 since the Lightpower Collection tour began in 2014.“This would not be possible without the help of friends who lend their support,” says Lightpower Collection’s Ralph-Jörg Wezorke. “In this case a special thank you goes to Ambersphere Solutions which not only supports the Lightpower Collection, but also donates a considerable sum to the charity and help us spread the word out there.”In addition to Lightpower’s own exhibition stand, more of Preston’s photographs were exhibited on the Ambersphere Solutions stand and at the sparkling Knight of Illumination Awards in London’s Eventim Apollo in Hammersmith.Lightpower Collection would also like to extend its thanks to its sponsors at PLASA London 2018: PLASA Events, Knight of Illumination Awards, Astera, Ayrton, MA Lighting International, Robert Juliat, zactrack and Julie Harper PR & Marketing. In picture: Ralph-Jörg Wezorke presents £10,000 donation to John Simpson Chairman of Backup – The Technical Entertainment Charity.October 2018news4Avolites Supports the Next Generation of Video Designers with Q3 ServersStudents at Wakefield’s Backstage Academy are starting the new year armed with an array of powerful Avolites visual control kit, including the new Ai Q3 media server. It’s the latest in a long line of deals between Avolites and education hubs that showcase the company’s support for the next generation of creative lighting and video designers.Backstage Academy now offers hands-on education with Ai Q3 and RX8 servers, Quartz and Tiger Touch II consoles and a variety of networking and power equipment. The Academy, which is renowned for equipping its pupils with essential, real-world live entertainment skills, will be using the Avolites machines for the entire academic year.“It’s vital that our students learn their craft using the latest media and lighting control equipment so that they are prepared for employment in this fast-moving industry,” says Sara Gleadhall, director of business development at Backstage Academy. “Having such hot-off-the-press media servers like the Q3 creates a buzz of excitement, allowing our students to manipulate visuals with total creative control.“The fact that a highly-regarded company like Avolites supports our students goes a long way to validating their studies and recognises their commitment to learning and their future in the live entertainment industry.”The Q3’s powerful 4K playback, in-built live effects engine and Notch integration will be used across the all of BA’s courses, including Live Visual Design and Production, and Live Event Production.“Students have always pushed the boundaries when it comes to technology, and so has Avolites, making a great match,” says Avolites’ Koy Neminathan. “The Ai software has gone from strength to strength. With its new UI, the students will experience a clear workflow which will allow them to get creative when programming. The features of both Ai and Titan offer power and flexibility and having Ai and Titan under one roof will allow them to see the strengths and benefits to Synergy – the ability to connect and configure an Ai media server from the Titan interface.”Avolites is also providing training for Backstage Academy tutors at their London HQ and student masterclasses at the Wakefield site.“We will always be on hand for the students. It is important that they have the ability to not only to learn Ai and Titan but also understand how to create a network with our products, so they can take full advantage of features such as Multi-User,” Neminathan continues. “Ultimately, we want them to have the tools they need to be creative; for their heads to be looking up at the stage rather than down at the console all the time.“We’re excited about this relationship and we are looking forward to a long-term partnership with Backstage Academy. I’m sure, whether the students are patching a light on an Art dimmer, programming a show with 64 universes with the Titan Net Processor or projecting onto a 3D surface using our Ai software, they will have fun while being inspired.”Gleadhall concludes: “We’re extremely grateful for Avolites’ support. Without this relationship, we couldn’t achieve such high standards of training and visual control.”www.avolites.com4Issue: 308news5J&C Joel launch Setting the Stage Fund with the Theatres TrustJ&C Joel is one of the world leading manufacturers and installers of flame retardant fabrics, drapery and stage engineering solutions in the theatre industry. The company is currently celebrating its 40th anniversary and has selected the Theatres Trust, the national advisory public body for theatres, as its chosen charity for the year.J&C Joel’s Setting the Stage Fund, which was launched at PLASA 2018, will provide up to £10,000 of in-kind support to one UK based not for profit theatre. The support will be offered in the form of J&C Joel’s products and services which can include but isn’t limited to front of house drapery, masking and black out drapery, tracks and servicing of stage engineering equipment.Theatres will be able to apply by downloading an application form from the Theatres Trust website. The deadline for entries will be Friday, 30th November with a shortlist announced in January. The shortlisted venues will then be visited by a panel of judges from J&C Joel and the Theatres Trust with the successful applicant being announced in February.J&C Joel’s CEO, James Wheelwright said: “Theatrical drapery and stage engineering are at the heart of what we do at J&C Joel. We are extremely proud to be able to work with the Theatres Trust to give something back to the industry which has been the key to our success. We hope the Setting the Stage Fund will make a real difference to a theatre in need whilst also benefiting the community it serves.” As part of J&C Joel’s support for the Theatres Trust across the year they are also encouraging all customers to donate £1 every time they place an order throughout the next 12 months, each £1 donated will be matched by J&C Joel.Jon Morgan, director, Theatres Trust said: “Being chosen as J&C Joel’s charity of the year means that the Theatres Trust will be able to support even more theatres to thrive. And we are delighted to be working with them on the Setting the Stage Fund, providing our expertise to find a deserving theatre for this generous support.”In picture: on stand at PLASA2018 were Tom Stickland, Jon Morgan and Kate Bierman of the Theatres Trust with James Wheelwright and Cassie Irving of J&C Joel.www.jcjoel.comOctober 2018news6Contact us – Tel: 01777 948089 email: info@ropeandrigging.co.ukUnit 6 Rossington’s Business Park, West Carr Road, Retford, Notts, DN22 7SWTheatrical and Entertainment Rigging SuppliesAnolis and ArKaos Announce PartnershipPremium architectural LED lighting manufacturer Anolis and leading real-time visual processing technology provider ArKaos have announced a highly innovative collaboration which will see the two well-known and respected brands working together on several future product developments.Anolis’s LED lighting, pixel-based fixtures and other hardware will have ArKaos’s newly launched cloud based communications protocol An-Ki embedded, meaning that the growing trend for video-mapped content being run through LED media installations can be maintained remotely from anywhere in the world – thanks to the ArKaos cloud!“This will add huge value to installation designers working in all fields,” commented ArKaos’ MD Agnes Wojewoda. “It offers the possibility of fully flexible and stable control which will be added to future Anolis products, although the protocol will work with any LED fixture.”“We are hugely excited to be the first brand to team up with ArKaos on this unique project alliance,” stated Anolis MD Tim Van den Eede, “As two extremely strong and forward-looking European brands, working together, we can provide cool and comprehensive lighting and media fixture ranges and control solutions at affordable prices.”Key areas and sectors of interest and activity will include digital billboards, interactive building and facade installations, corporate, industrial and commercial sales and cultural projects.The move will involve a fluid bi-directional commercial relationship whereby ArKaos products like An-Ki and MediaMaster will be distributed by Anolis, while Anolis fixtures including ArcPix, ArcDots, DVPs and others will be sharing sales resources with ArKaos.Both brands will be included on potential product specifications for projects. It will mean that Anolis products can be supplied with a number of ArKaos’ flexible and proven media server control solutions on-board, and there will be huge potential for the existing customers of both companies to discover the flexibility of the other. New contacts can be presented with many creative options for both fixtures and control. “Having media server and remote control technology like this as integral will set Anolis apart,” confirms Tim. Anolis underwent a major re-branding exercise at the start of 2018 when Tim was appointed as MD. He comments: “We and the team at ArKaos all share the same lively and proactive management style and can-do attitude, so we’re anticipating a long and proactive working relationship for the benefit of our respective client bases.”Agnes concludes: “We are all looking forward to this combination of cutting-edge technologies – we will be able to offer faster, more flexible and even more versatile products and outstanding after-sales and client support.”In picture: ArKaos CEO Marco Hinic with Anolis’s Tim Van Deb Eede.GLP Releases Supercharged impression E350 LED Moving Head GLP officially launched the impression E350 LED moving head at PLASA 2018 – a new, supercharged companion to its popular impression S350, in an efficient, optimised package.With an advanced LED engine offering unprecedented output in its class, the fixture will find favour in any type of showcase event or installation with dynamic, articulated lighting as the centrepiece. And since it offers flicker free operation, with smooth electronic dimming from 0-100%, multiple dimming curves, with no colour shift while delivering random and pulse electronic strobing effects it will also find favour in the broadcast / TV segment.There are many essential features in this compact fixture with its signature baseless design. The high colour temperature of 7500K provides a hard-edge mid-air effect beam, with bright gobo projections, while it is also notable for an extremely tight iris and GLP’s motorised 7:1 zoom range (7°- 48°). This creates an even and flat field with a considerable light output of up to a maximum of 9500lm.The impression E350 also houses a CMY colour mixing system with separate CTC Channel, along with an eight-facet-prism, a light and heavy frost, a tiltable animation wheel, two gobo wheels, a super-tight 14-blade iris and ten-slot colour wheel. All functions are fully capable of working in combination with one another, making the GLP impression E350 perfect for almost any application.GLP product manager Michael Feldmann, believes his company has produced another powerful and flexible fixture for the lighting world. “Due to the high efficient LED Engine in combination with the great optical system, the feature-set and the compact form factor, we anticipate immediate take-up by rental companies looking to maximise return on investment in the dry hire sector for events and shows of all types.”He explained how GLP set the bar high in designing a blueprint tor a luminaire guaranteed to leapfrog the competition.“Our first priority was to get maximum output and efficiency from a 350W LED engine, with intensive 7500K default white, as we knew this would be perfect for mid-size shows or wherever compact form factor and low weight are required. In fact the E350 outputs up to 9500 lm at maximum 550W power consumption!”He stated that due to the high colour temperature the beam appears more powerful and hard-edged. “With a great combination of break-up and mid-air effect functionality, in a package designed for easy tour handling, it is the complete all-rounder.”www.glp.dePRG and VER merge in Europe and Middle EastPRG has announced that VER has merged into Production Resource Group in Europe and the Middle East.The entities will be commonly controlled by The Jordan Company, GSO Capital Partners and PRG Management. Jere Harris will serve as chairman and CEO of PRG and VER, and Stephan Paridaen will be president and COO. Both companies will offer the ability to share equipment, knowledge and personnel wherever doing so will benefit its customers and meet evolving client needs, offer solutions, resources and expertise in ways neither company could achieve independently.“For more than 20 years PRG has been diligent in offering its clients the best production service and equipment in the entertainment industry. Growth across disciplines, markets and geographies has always been a key part of our strategy,” said Jere Harris, PRG’s chairman and CEO. “Now, our ability to support all types of entertainment productions globally will take on new meaning, raising an already high bar to an unprecedented level.”full story www.etnow.com/business newsOctober 2018news8New Claypaky Products at PLASAThe brand new, technologically advanced Axcor Profile 600 and Axcor Profile 400 join the Axcor Profile 900, and extend the Claypaky LED light family. There is now a unit with beam shaper for each power band, each application, and every pocket. Both new models are based on the same technology, a white LED light source. They both fit the well known Claypaky framing device, which works on four focal planes and is covered by an international patent. Axcor Profile 600 and Axcor Profile 400 are offered in two models: one that enhances the high light output or alternatively a model featuring very high colour rendering (CRI = 90).Featuring a 500W white LED engine, Axcor Profile 600 is the new benchmark on the medium-high market, standing out for its versatility, its high level performance and the superior quality of its light. Axcor Profile 600 fits a 5.3°-47.2° wide zoom (1:9 ratio), a very complete colour system, an outstanding effect section with animation wheel, patented framing system and mechanical iris and a 16-bit electronic dimmer.Axcor Profile 400 is the most professional moving head LED light in the medium category, packed with all the most advanced lighting, mechanical and electronic features: 300W white LED module, 6°-42° linear zoom, CMY+linear CTO + six-colour wheel, an outstanding effect section with animation wheel, patented framing system, mechanical iris and a 16-bit electronic dimmer. Featuring an extraordinarily compact body (65 cm/25½ inches high), It is extremely quiet, and has three operating modes, which can be chosen according to needs: silent, standard and auto.www.claypaky.itMartin Audio Launches Nine New ProductsMartin Audio has announced nine new products spread across the spectrum of electronics and loudspeakers. These represent yet another significant development in the company’s portfolio advancement with increased tools for system integrators, installers and specifiers. They were on display and demonstration at the company’s UK Open Days in September in High Wycombe.First out of the gate was the new ADORN series of on-wall loudspeakers that bring class-leading performance, reliability and value to a wide range of commercial sound installations. From the retail store to the boardroom, ADORN loudspeakers are designed for distributed sound applications that require high performance from visually-discreet, ultra-compact enclosures. They also provide a seamless sonic transition within a multi-zoned complex using larger Martin Audio systems such as CDD or BlacklineX.Featuring a 4” and 5.5” driver, the two-way ADORN 40 and ADORN 55, respectively, are available in black or white as standard and can be readily painted to match any interior décor and architectural environment.The loudspeakers have a nominal impedance of 16 ohms, enabling four or more speakers to be driven in parallel by one amplifier channel, thereby maximising efficiency and minimising cost. Their ‘T’-designated options are fitted with an internal high-quality 70V/100V multi-tap line transformer with a switch to select the output level.Dom Harter, managing director, commented: “The commercial install market for loudspeakers is significant and growing, and the ADORN series is targeted to win over specifiers, system integrators and installers by offering stunning sound quality in a diminutive, attractive and competitively priced package.”The newly announced SX110 subwoofer will extend the bandwidth of ADORN on-wall speakers and is ideal for foreground music applications which require increased impact and low frequency performance. Designed to be able to sit under banquette seating or discreetly placed within a venue, its ultra-compact enclosure features a 10” (250mm) driver and generous bass-reflex porting to reduce air noise. SX110 can also be suspended by means of integral M8 threaded inserts.Supporting electronics for ADORN series are also the basis for a significant shake up of Martin Audio’s amplifier and controller portfolio. VIA is a new range of four high performance, cost effective power amplifiers designed primarily for installation use, but also suited to portable applications. Dom Harter, explains: “We have enjoyed huge success with the new iKON amplifiers for our Wavefront Precision series and this VIA range of amps offers our users affordable high performance amplifiers for use with our other loudspeakers.”VIA is the perfect partner for all Martin Audio loudspeakers where networking and on-board DSP are not required, but where full system set-up is necessary, either the existing DX0.5 controller or newly announced DX4.0 can be added. DX4.0 is a 4-in 8-out loudspeaker processor and matrix featuring networked audio via Dante, high quality 96kHz processing, VX limiting as well as FIR optimisation support for O-Line with scaleable resolution.The final new product is U-Hub, an Ethernet to U-NET bridge equipped with analogue and AES3 digital audio transport. It facilitates PC connection and VU-NET software control of MLA Series arrays and subwoofers via their built-in proprietary U-NET network. When used in conjunction with the Martin Audio DX4.0 networked system controller, U-Hub can connect audio and network to an MLA Series system with a single cable via a Dante digital audio network.Summing up, Harter exclaims: “Our meteoric sales growth in the last two years has been underpinned by an aggressive new product development strategy and this latest round of announcements emboldens this further. Offering exemplary sound quality and high performance at an affordable price has meant Martin Audio has increased market share as our users take advantage of our value propositions.”GDS Expands TeamSpecialist Bristol-based LED lighting manufacturer, GDS, has announced the recruitment of two new key members of staff. Following a recent management restructure and the ongoing establishment of important new areas of business, the company welcomes Charlotte Fenwick to the position of marketing manager and Katie Dyer to the role of business development executive. Charlotte brings wide experience of growth-marketing from the property development and engineering sector, whilst Katie has a strong sales background, developed across the IT industry.Managing director Richard Cuthbert is looking forward to working with the new recruits: “These are very exciting times at GDS. We’re moving forward on a number of new fronts, so it’s essential that we keep pace with progress as we continue to expand the business. Charlotte’s appreciation of engineering and technology and her previous work in taking forward projects in the architectural field, makes her a great fit for our principal marketing role.full story www.etnow.com/people newswww.gds.uk.com7news9Issue: 308TiMax overwhelms with its on-stand ‘Orchestral Hugeness Experience’At this year’s PLASA show in London’s Olympia, UK immersive audio and show control specialist, Out Board, demonstrated the exceptional power of the new StageSpace object-based spatial environment auto-rendering tool, within the new TiMax 500S software. The stand featured a miniature booth-sized demo of TiMax’s ‘orchestral hugeness experience’, which has been trialled so effectively on some arena-scale and festival-sized stages across Europe this summer.Out Board co-owner, Dave Haydon, commented: “Even under the slightly challenging conditions of a busy trade show floor, people were overwhelmed by the realistic spatial enhancement that StageSpace added to multi-track classical and jazz music playback.”He added: “Of particular note was the adaptive nature of the StageSpace rendering that allows quick delivery of full immersion for audience members while using relatively minimal and flexible speaker system topologies.”Dave Haydon also contributed to the audio panel that led the Discussion on System Design and the Future with Immersive Sound, held in the Audio & AV seminar Theatre. He said: “It was a pleasure to contribute to a healthy discourse on this very current theme!” Concluding: “All in all we had a highly productive and rewarding PLASA show.”In picture: Out Board’s Dave Haydon and Robin Whittaker with the new StageSpace interface at PLASA 2018.Spotlight Launches Hyperion LED Models at PLASA 2018Spotlight showcased the six-colour Fresnel, six-colour profile and warm white Fresnel models with new software at PLASA 2018. Developed to celebrate 50 years of the brand’s innovation, the Hyperion series has been expressly designed to meet the most discerning requirements of professional users, both for the quantity and the quality of the light output.The Hyperion six-colour LED technology adds amber, cyan and lime alongside RGB, for a wider choice of even colour-mixing, a colour temperature range from 2,700K to 8,000K, and colour rendering up to 97. As a result, it gives designers increased creative possibilities to achieve their artistic vision. The Hyperion range of Fresnels and zoom profiles also includes tuneable white and fixed white versions.Designed for large installations such as professional theatres, film and TV studios, the highly efficient 300W luminaires have an output comparable with 2,000W Halogen fixtures, feature a new rounder, sleeker and more compact design, yet retain Spotlight’s reliably efficient internal heat reduction system and have DMX controlled fan speed modes to suit different environments and productions.www.ac-et.comNext >