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2 weeks ago | 
commercialintegrator.com | Alyssa Borelli
The audiovisual industry is enjoying a period of true dynamism, with innovative technologies emerging daily. Almo Pro AV, a trailblazer in value-added distribution, is leading the charge, bringing next-gen pro AV solutions to the world of education — from pre-kindergarten to higher education and trade schools. The opportunities to enhance education are truly limitless.
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2 weeks ago | 
commercialintegrator.com | Alyssa Borelli
InfoComm 2025 will present ÔÇťExperience Economy: How Technology Is Shaping the Next Generation of Immersive Experiences,ÔÇŁ a panel discussion featuring leaders working on personalized immersive experiences.
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3 weeks ago | 
commercialintegrator.com | Alyssa Borelli
As a display guy for more than 40 years, I believe it’s safe to say “been there, done that” display-wise. I’m not going to claim there is anything really new under the sun (sorry, direct-view LED fans!). However, a not-so-new display technology has caught my attention, and I feel it should find a place on your radar screens, as well. I am speaking about electronic paper, better known by the trade name E Ink. Why should you pay attention?
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3 weeks ago | 
commercialintegrator.com | Alyssa Borelli
InfoComm 2025 is set to ignite the pro AV industry with an impressive lineup of innovations, education and collaboration opportunities. This yearâs show will return to the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., from June 7 to 13 (with exhibits June 11 to 13).
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4 weeks ago | 
commercialintegrator.com | Alyssa Borelli
On April 28, large parts of Spain and Portugal experienced a major power outage. Across thousands of locations— retail stores, transportation hubs, restaurants — digital signage screens went dark. And yet, something important happened once the lights came back on: most systems came back to life without a single call to support. This wasn’t just good luck. It was the result of engineering for failure — and recovery. Digital signage is increasingly mission-critical.
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1 month ago | 
commercialintegrator.com | Alyssa Borelli
Verrex, the global provider of AV integration and managed services, announced that Bill Chamberlin has been appointed President effective May 13, 2025. Verrex says this leadership transition marks a significant milestone in the company’s continued evolution and paves the way for an exciting future of growth and innovation. Chamberlin, the newly appointed President, brings a wealth of experience to his new role.
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2 months ago | 
commercialintegrator.com | Alyssa Borelli
When most people think of digital signage, they picture massive ads lighting up Times Square or the flashy displays along the Las Vegas Strip. And for good reason — digital signage reaches and has an impressive , highlighting its power as a promotional tool. While large-scale displays are impactful, smaller displays located in common places throughout your organization offer a subtle yet consistent opportunity to celebrate your brand or conveniently disseminate information.
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2 months ago | 
commercialintegrator.com | Tom LeBlanc |Alyssa Borelli
We don’t often like to brag …but, sometimes, we have to: When it comes to running profitable businesses, NSCA members simply do it better. And we have the data to prove it. But why is this the case? Is it because they leverage cutting-edge technology or is it because they take more risks? We like to think it’s because they know how to take advantage of the resources available to them as part of their NSCA membership.
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2 months ago | 
commercialintegrator.com | Alyssa Borelli
Kramer introduced its new USB 3.2 Gen 2 cables, designed to simplify AV installations by featuring icons on the connectors that indicate support for video, data and charging. These C-U32/MFF SuperSpeed+ passive cables provide bi-directional, plug-and-play connectivity for 4K@60 4:4:4 video delivery, fast data transfer at up to 10Gbps, and 100W power charging capabilities.
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Mar 5, 2025 | 
commercialintegrator.com | Alyssa Borelli
AV-over-IP (AVoIP) has solidified its place as a staple in the pro AV industry, with adoption rates climbing steadily and no signs of slowing down, as reported in Commercial Integrator’s 2024 AV-over-IP Deep Dive Report. When we spoke to Sean Wargo, vice president of market insights at AVIXA, for our 2024 report, AVoIP factored into nearly 50% of hardware revenues, reflecting already widespread deployment within integrators’ projects.
