Electrosonic at the European Parliament Visitor’s Center
London (May 1, 2012) – The Parlamentarium, the new visitors’ centre at the European Parliament in Brussels, uses a variety of interactive multimedia exhibits to take visitors on a unique and personal journey into the heart of European Politics. Electrosonic engineered and installed the main exhibition audio-visual hardware for Stuttgart-based designer ATELIER BRÜCKNER. The Parlamentarium is the first visitors’ centre fully accessible in 23 languages, and to-date has attracted over 120,000 visitors from across the globe.
Guided through state-of-the-art exhibitions by a personal electronic multimedia guide, visitors see how policy decisions are made and how they influence Europeans’ daily lives. All signage and media is presented in 23 languages, which had an enormous influence on how AV techniques were used throughout the centre.
Electrosonic won the bid for the project in an open Europe-wide competitive tender; the
scope of work consisted of the detailed design, supply, installation, set up and commissioning of the media hardware for different themed exhibition areas. These areas include a pair of 360º theatres, nearly 100 LCD panels, (more…)
Electrosonic at NHM Los Angeles
When I was a kid, my elementary school used to take “field trips” to the NHM in Los Angeles, and I looooved the dinosaur and prehistoric section…..so it was nice to see that they’ve revamped the whole thing with the help of Electrosonic:
Los Angeles 18 April, 2012) – Visitors to the Dinosaur Hall in the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County experience the wonder of the prehistoric creatures in a totally new way with innovative exhibits featuring audio-visual systems provided by Electrosonic.
Twice the size of the old galleries, the recently-opened 14,000 square-foot Dinosaur Hall displays specimens – including the world’s only T. rex growth series of baby, juvenile and adult skeletons – mounted on unique platforms and preserved and articulated using modern methods. The skylit L-shaped Hall is flooded with natural light; a glass-sided mezzanine runs along the short side of the L where additional wall-mounted exhibits reveal more about the amazing creatures and show what it’s like (more…)
Electrosonic at this year’s Counter Terror Expo
Don't $&^% with this man's AV install....
London (April 2, 2012) – Electrosonic’s Control Rooms team has partnered with Detection Technologies and Integrated Security Manufacturing Ltd (ISM) for this year’s Counter Terror Expo to exhibit a full range of command and control, security and protection services.
Electrosonic’s dedicated Control Rooms team specialises in providing complete audio-visual solutions, which include systems integration, technical design, project management and service and maintainance.
Electrosonic works with a wide range of suppliers in the AV industry. The Counter Terror Expo will see Electrosonic demonstrating the NEC ultra-thin bezel 46″ LCD screen. Powered by an Extron Quantum Elite video wall processor, Electrosonic will display (more…)
Electrosonic Installs Versatile AV Technology at the University of Salford’s New MediaCityUK Development
London (March 27, 2012) – When the University of Salford opened its state-of-the-art digital learning, teaching and research space at MediaCityUK in Salford Quays, it incorporated a flexible audio-visual system that can be customised and utilised in a number of creative ways to inform, educate and entertain students and visitors about the University’s current and future projects.
The original technical design was prepared by The Centre for Virtual Environments at the University of Salford, and Electrosonic was awarded the contract to engineer and install the complete system, working directly for the University.
MediaCityUK, which is home to over 1,500 students, acts as a creative space designed to encourage creativity, innovation and collaboration between academics, students, professionals and the industry.
The new entrance area of the building is an elliptical space aptly called the Egg, and is described as “a publicly accessible digital interactive showcase for visitors and students alike”. This open public place, designed to support MediaCityUK’s ethos of collaboration, (more…)
Super 78 Studios up for VES Award
I ran a post about Electrosonic’s involvement with the install of the Xperiential Maritime Museum in Singapore last October- and it looks like the company responsible for content is up for a VES award! Super 78 Studios is nominated for Outstanding Visual Effects against a couple of heavy hitters in the biz- Disney’s Star Tours Revamp and Universal’s Transformers. The awards are set to be announced at the 10th annual VES Awards show Feb.7 at the Beverly Hilton. It’s not their first nomination- see the press release below.
The VES Awards recognize and honor the most outstanding visual effects work of the year and honors the artists who created them. There are categories for 23 different disciplines including film, animation, television, commercials, special venues, and video games. (more…)
Electrosonic Helps Launch a Saturn V
Well….in a manner of speaking. Electrosonic continues to be a big part of some major museum interactive displays. They recently had a hand in refurbing the Firing Room Theater of the Apollo/Saturn V Center. Read on: (more…)
Electrosonic Launches New Projector Lamp Replacement Website
How many technicians does it take to replace a lightbulb?…….IT’S A LAMP! Old joke, I know, but Electrosonic’s new website ought to make replacing your lamps a little easier….they launched it to meet the needs of clients looking for an efficient, hassle-free way to buy projector lamps and bulbs, ElectrosonicLamps. Having just been in the search for a higher end lamp, I can tell you it’s not always easy to find what you’re looking for! The new website is a 24/7 source for OEM projector lamps as well as cost-effective replacement lamps that meet or exceed original specifications. Backed by the company’s renowned customer service, the website (more…)
Electrosonic Launches Apprenticeship Program with Skillsmatch
It might only be a few jobs to start, but Electrosonic is hoping to bolster the employment numbers for a sagging job market. They are launching a new apprenticeship program in conjunction with Skillsmatch to offer skilled job opportunities to young London residents.
London (December 7, 2011) – Electrosonic was recently awarded the AV systems integration contract at JP Morgan’s new Canary Wharf site in London. As a result of this appointment, on Thursday 10th November Electrosonic and Skillsmatch jointly held a recruitment and selection event to appoint young, local ‘Apprentice Installers’ to take part in a six month audio-visual apprenticeship program with Electrosonic, working in-part at JP Morgan. Following a six month placement it is Electrosonic’s intention to offer six individuals a full time ‘Junior AV Installer’ position.
Skillsmatch is the flagship job brokerage service for the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. Supported by Canary Wharf Group and working with a range of strategic partners, (more…)
Electrosonic Makes a Splash with AT&T Dolphin Show
From Electrosonic’s news release:
An inspiring theatrical production starring Atlantic bottle nose dolphins is thrilling and amazing visitors at the newly-expanded Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta. Electrosonic played a major role designing, supplying and installing all the audio and video equipment the showrequired. In addition, the Design Consulting team at Electrosonic took on the production’s complex AV and show control systems design.
Electrosonic’s work supported Clermont, Florida-based entertainment design and production company WOW! Works which crafted AT&T Dolphin Tales, a sweeping 25-minute musical tribute (more…)
Electrosonic adds expertise to Vindolanda Trust: Roman Army
Dartford (7 November, 2011) –The Vindolanda Trust’s two tourist attractions ‘The Roman Army Museum’ and ‘The Roman Vindolanda Fort and Museum’, deployed audio-visual technology to dramatically demonstrate Roman life on the edge of the empire 2000 years ago. Under the contract of Edinburgh based exhibition designer Studio MB, Electrosonic was the AV Systems Integrator for the exhibition displays.
The two museums make excellent use of the Trust’s archaeological discoveries near Hadrian’s Wall to bring Roman times to life. Audio-visual techniques are used sparingly, but to great effect, showing archaeologists live at work uncovering Roman artefacts, immersing visitors in the life of a Roman solider and re-telling the story of daily life in Roman times.
The re-development of the project was an initiative of the Vindolanda Trust. Fiona Watson, Vindolanda’s Finance and Information Officer, who was greatly involved with the project, said “We are very impressed with the quality and standard of the work throughout. Electrosonic worked effectively and efficiently as part of the Studio MB team and we are happy with the service they provided and the work they completed.”
The Roman Army Museum allows the visitor to step into the shoes of a Roman solider and experience life on the front line of Emperor Hadrian’s formidable British frontier. Upon entering the Roman Army Museum visitors are met with a very large and rather impressive Roman horseman. Nearby stands a Roman soldier surveying a “map table” which uses a compact ceiling mounted projector to graphically demonstrate how the Roman Empire expanded, and then contracted over a period of hundreds of years.
The ‘Recruitment Exhibit’, housed in the same gallery, uses a large Pepper’s Ghost display to effectively bring to life the harsh reality of being in the Roman army. A rather terrifying ‘Recruiting Centurion’ comes to life, standing in his field tent, sizing you up to see if you are fit for service. This exhibit posed the biggest challenge of the project. To ensure the Pepper’s Ghost display interacts (more…)
Electrosonic at the Xperiential Maritime Museum- Singapore
In yet another maritime museum install, Electrosonic gives us the Typhoon Theater, the centerpiece of the Xperiential Maritime Museum Singapore- complete with a 21,000-lumen Sony SRX-T420 4k projector. We recently ran an article on their install at the National Maritime Museum in London, and the Xperiential in Singapore looks just as cool.
Burbank (October 18, 2011) – Visitors to the Maritime Xperiential Museum at Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore can get an up-close look at a shipwreck in the Typhoon Theater where Electrosonic provided audio-visual design, engineering, integration and installation of the audio, video and control equipment to help simulate an amazing historical journey. (more…)
Update- Electrosonic Wins AV Award
London (October 11, 2011) – The 2011 winners of the annual AV Awards were announced at a gala dinner on September 30 at the London Hilton on Park Lane. Electrosonic took home the Business Installation of the Year award for The iZONE at Deloitte 3 New Street Square project in London. In addition, Electrosonic was awarded the Highly Commended (more…)
Electrosonic at the National Maritime Museum in London
Electrosonic has been busy recently with the install of the National Maritime Museum in London. We ran a story a while back on their involvement with the Dover Castle Tunnels project so be sure to have a look…..
From Electrosonic Europe:
London (October 10, 2011) – On the 14th July the National Maritime Museum opened its new £36.5m Sammy Ofer Wing, housing ‘Voyagers, a permanent gallery dedicated to helping visitors gain a richer understanding of Britain’s maritime heritage. Electrosonic was selected by the museum to supply, install, commission and provide warranty of the audio-visual hardware. The gallery was designed by Real Studios, with audio-visual creative direction by the Light Surgeons. (more…)
Electrosonic Projects in Dover Castle Tunnels
When English Heritage opened the new attraction at Dover Castle, “Operation Dynamo: Rescue from Dunkirk,” it deployed audio-visual and show control technology from AV systems integrator Electrosonic to recreate the drama of World War II’s Dunkirk evacuation.
all images copyright Electrosonic
Situated in the network of 60-meter long secret tunnels, 26-meters underground behind the famous White Cliffs of Dover, the attraction makes extensive use of AV technology to present the events of May 26 to June 4, 1940. In the highlight of the attraction, 23 projectors create giant images that run the entire length of the space augmented by spectacular lighting effects. German fighter planes appear to zoom down the entire length of the tunnel immersing visitors in the action on the Dunkirk beaches, while another scenario shows eerie-silhouetted figures hunched over a table planning the evacuation from within the tunnels. (more…)
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