The World Expo is a large-scale, public exhibitions held in different parts of the world. Expo aims to promote the exchange of ideas and development of the world economy, culture, science and technology, to allow exhibitors to publicise and display their achievements and improve international relationships. more

Platinumtools.com Now Includes How-To Videos, Company Updates, a Download Center (Product Images, Spec Sheets), Detailed Product Info, and More

CAMARILLO, Calif., July 28, 2010 – Platinum Tools, the leader in solutions for the preparation, installation and hand termination of wire and cable, is proud to announce the launch of its revamped website. Now live, platinumtools.com is even more user-friendly for its customers and partners.

“As our product offerings and sales and marketing reach continue to grow, we needed to provide additional instruments at platinumtools.com to further educate and inform our customers on everything going on within the company and our lines,� explained said Lee Sachs, Platinum Tools, Inc. president and general manager. “Besides additional up-to-date and practical product information and training pages, we have provided even more avenues for which viewers can learn about the company and how to best utilize our products in the field.� more

SAN FRANCISCO — July 28, 2010 — Wohler Technologies today announced the opening of a new Wohler service center serving customers in the EMEA territory. Based in France, the Wohler EMEA Service Center will act as the first line of second- and third-tier support for Wohler customers, not only enabling faster turnaround times, but also simplifying administrative paperwork and shipping procedures. First-tier support and administrative tasks, such as RMA requests, will continue to be handled by staff at Wohler’s U.S. headquarters. more

Console Used for Live Sports and Entertainment Events
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – When Liga TV decided to move into HD production for its new Sport 1 OB van, the console of choice was a 32+8 fader Solid State Logic C100 HDS with an SSL MORSE Stage Box. Liga TV specializes in providing production services for live sporting events, large scale music concerts and other live events. The new OB van is the first to offer HD capabilities in Hungary. The choice of the C100 HDS was based on console features, versatility, ease of use and SSL’s reputation for reliability and service. more

Whitinsville, MA, USA, July 27, 2010 – The official cheering club of South Korean soccer, “The Red Devils,� named Seoul’s COEX Mall as its official 2010 FIFA World Cup cheer venue. To accommodate the 100,000+ fans, Seoul officials closed off The COEX to automobile traffic and installed LED screens, stages and sound systems. Despite the inner-city venue’s challenges, crowds enjoyed great sound, thanks to EAW®’s critically acclaimed KF740 and KF760 loudspeakers systems. more

MELVILLE, NY, July 27, 2010 — Marshall Amplification was recently chosen as an equipment sponsor for the 2010 Florida GRAMMY® Showcase held in Miami Beach, Florida.

The distinctive sounds of Marshall JMD:1 Series amps were heard throughout the event, which consisted of live performances from six unsigned acts selected from hundreds of entries. Miami-based acts Jahfe and Derek Olds took home grand prize and runner-up honors, respectively. more

MELVILLE, NY, July 27, 2010 — Korg was recently chosen as an equipment sponsor for the 2010 Florida GRAMMY® Showcase held in Miami Beach, Florida.

The distinctive sounds of Korg’s SV-1 Stage Vintage Piano were heard throughout the event, which consisted of live performances from six unsigned acts selected from hundreds of entries. Miami-based acts Jahfe and Derek Olds took home grand prize and runner-up honors, respectively.

This year’s Florida GRAMMY Showcase was part of the opening night of the 2010 Florida Music Festival and Conference.

Partnership to Focus on Broadcast, Theatrical and Corporate Markets in Ireland

DUBLIN, IRELAND/CAMBRIDGE, UK ─ Clear-Com®, a global leader in mission-critical voice communication systems, continues to expand its reach into Ireland with the appointment of Tyrell CCT as its distributor for the region. The leading creative technology solutions provider is offering Clear-Com’s full range of professional intercom products. Tyrell CCT will open up a broader customer base in Ireland’s broadcast, theatrical and corporate markets to the streamlined, reliable communications workflows made possible by Clear-Com intercoms. more

PETALUMA, Calif. — July 28, 2010 — Panamax today announced that its M4315-PRO power management product featuring BlueBOLT(TM) capability has been named as a 2010 CEDIA Manufacturer’s Excellence Award finalist in the Best New Product category. Finalists for this year’s awards were determined by a diverse panel of CEDIA residential electronic systems contractor judges on the criteria of innovation, value to the technician, value to the business, and impact on the client’s lifestyle. more

— GRAMMY® winner discusses Waves Chris Lord-Alge Artist Signature Collection —

KNOXVILLE, TN, July 22, 2010 — The Waves Masters on Tour event series held special sessions featuring legendary mixer Chris Lord-Alge on the evenings of Saturday, July 17, 2010, at Sterling Audio in New York City’s Chelsea Market, and Monday, July 19, 2010, at Sweetwater Music in Fort Wayne, Indiana. For over 20 years, the GRAMMY® winner has been the mixer of choice for rock and roll royalty, with credits including Green Day, U2, Nickelback, Foo Fighters, Bon Jovi, Pink, Alanis Morissette, Dave Matthews Band, All American Rejects and countless others. At these Waves events, Lord-Alge discussed and demonstrated his latest collaboration with Waves, the Chris Lord-Alge Artist Signature Collection. more