A.C. Entertainment Technologies News

AC-ET Gears Up for Kinesys DigiHoist Controller

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 14:33:31 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies (AC-ET) Ltd's Rigging division, the exclusive UK reseller for Kinesys, is all geared up to provide demonstrations of the innovative new Kinesys DigiHoist digital hoist controller range.

AC-ET Unveils New Innovations at PLASA Focus 2012

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 14:30:38 GMT

The A.C. Entertainment Technologies (AC-ET) Ltd. stand (S-E1) will feature a selection of leading brands for which AC-ET is the exclusive UK wholesaler for, including Chroma-Q™, Jands Vista, GLP, PixelRange, High End Systems, Green Hippo and CM Entertainment Lodestars.

AC-ET Showcases Leading Technologies at Prolight & Sound 2012

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 09:31:15 GMT

The A.C. Entertainment Technologies (AC-ET) Ltd. stand E63, hall 9.0 will feature a selection of leading brands including Chroma-Q™, Jands and PixelRange.

AC-ET Gets Rigorous with Kinesys

Wed, 7 Dec 2011 11:50:12 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies (AC-ET) Ltd's specialist Rigging division has supplied a substantial quantity of Kinesys LibraCELL load cells to Rigorous Technology (RT), a new company specialising in load cell systems and motion control equipment rentals, for tours including Kings of Leon and the Red Hot Chilli Peppers, the latter via Knight Rigging Services (KRS).

AC-ET Supplies Perfect Prolyte Fit for Huddersfield University

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 11:23:40 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies (AC-ET) Ltd's specialist Rigging division has provided a completely bespoke Prolyte trussing grid solution for Studio Three at Milton House on the campus of the University of Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, UK.

AC-ET Supplies BroadWeigh for Production Services Ireland

Mon, 7 Nov 2011 13:54:56 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies (AC-ET) Ltd’s Rigging division recently supplied a BroadWeigh wireless load monitoring system to Production Services Ireland for use on the main stage of the Tennent’s Vital music festival in Bangor Northern Ireland.

Litec Launch New Version of their Most Popular Truss Range

Wed, 2 Nov 2011 14:39:12 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies (AC-ET) Ltd’s Rigging division, the exclusive UK distributor of Litec truss are pleased to announce the latest evolution of their most popular truss range QX30S.

AC-ET Exhibits at BVE North

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 08:25:50 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies (AC-ET) Ltd's lighting division will showcase the latest cutting edge film, television and broadcast products from its key distributed brands at the BVE North show, Manchester Central 16th & 17th November.

AC-ET Provides a Hub for Leading Entertainment Technologies at PLASA 2011

Thu, 6 Oct 2011 14:52:15 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies (AC-ET) Ltd. received a great reception to many leading innovations showcased exclusively on the company's stand at PLASA 2011 – with highlights including new products from Chroma-Q™, GLP, PixelRange, Jands Vista, Litec and Traction Sound.

AC-ET 1st Reseller to Gain Official CM Certification for Engineers

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 15:54:28 GMT

Engineers from A.C. Entertainment Technologies (AC-ET) Ltd's Rigging division have passed the new official Columbus McKinnon (CM) 'Certified Hoist Technician' examination, making AC-ET the only CM Entertainment reseller and servicing agent in the UK to have engineers trained and authorised to this level of certification.

AC-ET Showcases New Innovations at PLASA 2011

Thu, 1 Sep 2011 17:08:41 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies (AC-ET) Ltd., a leading one-stop provider of cutting-edge new and used professional equipment to the entertainment industry, showcases a selection of lighting, audio, rigging and video solutions available from its vast range of premium brands on Stand 1-E10, Hall 1 at PLASA 2011.

AC-ET Gets Social with its Customers on Facebook & Twitter

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 17:49:59 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies (AC-ET) Ltd has launched a new social media initiative to enable the company to network with its customer base - including providing immediate updates on breaking news stories, product launches, training sessions, tradeshow-related activities and open day events.

Used-trussing.com Provides Online Portal for Leading Truss Brands

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 17:26:42 GMT

Used-trussing.com is a new online portal dedicated to supplying a huge variety of leading-brand used and new trussing solutions to the entertainment industry.

AC-ET Prolyte & Backstage Academy Rigging School a Big Success

Mon, 9 May 2011 16:47:27 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies' Rigging Division's first two-day Rigging School of 2011 was completely sold out and a great success.

AC-ET Supplies Motor Control Solution to NEC

Fri, 1 Apr 2011 08:56:23 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd's Rigging division has delivered a new flexible, portable Out Board motor control solution to the NEC Group in Birmingham, UK, which will be utilised primarily throughout the International Conference Centre Birmingham - one of the busiest conference facilities in the country, hosting numerous high profile international events.

AC-ET Rigging School To Return in March 2011

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 15:40:31 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd's Rigging division will be running three further two-day Rigging Training Schools during 2011 at the LS-LIVE Studio in Wakefield, with the first event taking place on Tues 29th / Wed 30th March.

AC-ET Opens Students Eyes at Oldham College

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 16:30:55 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd underlined its commitment to ongoing training when its Leeds, UK, based northern office staged a Training Open Day for students on the BTEC Extended Diploma in Production Arts (Technical) at Oldham College.

AC-ET Appointed as i-line Partner for Prolyte Group

Tue, 1 Feb 2011 10:35:16 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies (AC-ET) Ltd’s Rigging division has been appointed as one of three 'i-line' distribution partners for leading trussing manufacturer, Prolyte Group.

AC-ET Have the Power to Perform with New CM Lodestar

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:09:19 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd’s Rigging division, an official distributor for Columbus McKinnon entertainment products, are proud to present the new line of Lodestar electric chain hoists.

AC-ET Sets XLNT Distribution Deal in Motion

Tue, 24 Aug 2010 11:48:46 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd’s Rigging division have been appointed as a UK & Ireland distributor for the XLNT Advanced Technologies PowerMotion DS8 Pro Series of solid state motor controllers for the entertainment industry.

AC-ET Showcases Innovative Entertainment Technologies at PLASA 2010

Mon, 2 Aug 2010 17:08:37 GMT

The AC-ET stand at PLASA 2010 will showcase a selection of lighting, audio, rigging and video solutions from the company’s huge range of leading industry brands (Stand 1-E10). With a vast multi-million pound stockholding of products and in-house associated services, AC-ET provides a complete one-stop entertainment technology solution to customers in over 80 countries.

Leica DISTO™ Widget Measures Up at ABTT Awards

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:36:42 GMT

AC-ET‘s Rigging division received the ABTT Theatre Show’s ‘Widget of the Year Award’ on behalf of Leica Geosystems for their DISTO™ D5 handheld laser distance meter.

AC-ET Rigging School Gains Momentum

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 12:03:02 GMT

This year’s two-day AC-ET Rigging School has been hailed as another big success, quickly becoming fully booked and receiving positive feedback from all who attended.

AC-ET Appointed VMB UK Distributor

Fri, 28 May 2010 08:57:05 GMT

AC-ET’s Rigging division has been appointed as the exclusive UK distributor for the VMB Towerlift range, featuring the Classic, Pro and TL series of wind up stands, front loading tower lifts and line array lifting systems.

AC-ET Takes Control with Kinesys Appointment

Mon, 24 May 2010 16:34:26 GMT

AC-ET’s Rigging division has been appointed as the authorised UK & Ireland reseller for the Kinesys range of industry standard motion control hardware and software solutions for the entertainment industry.

AC-ET Showcases Innovative Theatrical Technologies at ABTT Show 2010

Mon, 24 May 2010 10:04:32 GMT

The AC-ET stand at the ABTT Show 2010 will showcase a selection of theatrical lighting, audio, rigging and video solutions from the company’s huge range of leading industry brands (Stand 138, Lawrence Hall).

AC-ET Gears Up Again for Rigging School

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 09:21:10 GMT

Following the popularity of last year’s course, AC-ET’s Rigging division is hosting another training school on 7th – 8th June. This year’s event is being held in conjunction with leading trussing, staging and support solutions manufacturer, Litestructures, at their Wakefield premises.

AC-ET Expands its Servicing Department & is Recruiting to Meet Demand

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 17:39:34 GMT

AC-ET has appointed industry veteran, Keith Hartley, as Northern Service Technician for the company’s new Technical Services Department in its Leeds office. The appointment is part of an overall expansion of its servicing facilities, which also includes increasing the existing servicing area of its High Wycombe office by over 50% and a doubling in size of its separate rigging motors servicing area.

AC-ET Supports Peter Pan with Litec

Thu, 1 Apr 2010 08:54:33 GMT

AC-ET’s Rigging division has supplied a quantity of Litec QL52A truss to production services company Peak Hire Ltd. for various events, including the spectacular pantomime production of Peter Pan at the Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury. Starring comedy legend Ade Edmonson as Captain Hook, the production featured dazzling sets and fabulous musical numbers.

AC-ET Showcases Innovative Entertainment Technologies at PLASA Focus

Mon, 29 Mar 2010 17:06:49 GMT

The AC-ET stand at PLASA Focus will showcase a selection of lighting, audio, rigging and video solutions from the company’s huge range of leading industry brands (Stand S-B2).

AC-ET Unveils Broad Line up of Innovative Film Lighting at BSC Show

Mon, 8 Mar 2010 11:34:46 GMT

The AC-ET stand (408) at this year’s British Society of Cinematographers (BSC) show features the latest conventional film lighting products from leading brands Manfrotto / Avenger, QuartzColor and Balcar alongside new LED film lighting innovations from City Theatrical, Dynacore and Chroma-Q™.

AC-ET Loads Up on Crosby Black Shackle

Mon, 8 Mar 2010 09:01:21 GMT

AC-ET’s Rigging division has taken stock of the new Crosby S-209T theatrical shackle, a black version of the industry standard G209 screw pin bow shackle designed for discreet rigging applications in the entertainment sector.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Measures Up with Leica

Fri, 5 Feb 2010 15:16:52 GMT

A.C. Rigging, a division of A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd., has been appointed as a dealer for the Leica DISTO range. The innovative hand-held laser measures provide quick, easy and precise distance measuring of length, areas and volumes with the press of a button.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Helps Peter Pan Fly with Kinesys

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 14:35:08 GMT

A.C. Rigging, a division of A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd., has supplied a high specification Kinesys motion control system to Northern Stage Theatrical Productions in Newcastle for their Christmas production of Peter Pan and other future shows. The venue is the largest producing theatre company in the North East of England and regarded as one of the top-ten UK producing theatres. Featuring a stellar cast, Peter Pan ran throughout December and rediscovered the charm of the original timeless children’s story.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Makes Itself Heard with CoolTalk

Fri, 8 Jan 2010 16:25:32 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd. has been appointed as a dealer for CoolTalk, the innovate microphone and headset solution for two-way communication in windy and noisy environments.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Presents A British Racing Drivers Club Award to Jenson Button

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 16:25:59 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd. presented a British Racing Drivers' Club award to 2009 Formula 1 World Champion, Jenson Button, at the prestigious BRDC Annual Awards luncheon. Over 400 people gathered at the InterContinental Hotel in Park Lane, London, for this year’s event. Hosted by Tiff Needell, the star-studded occasion featured many of motor racing’s finest heroes from past and present to celebrate the success stories of the 2009 racing season. BRDC Club President Damon Hill OBE was joined by fellow British F1 World Champion Sir Jackie Stewart OBE and racing legend Sir Stirling Moss OBE. Other guests included Mark Webber, Christian Horner, Adrian Newey, Ross Brawn, Dario Franchitti and Jason Plato. In addition, The Club was deeply honoured to welcome The Prime Minister, Gordon Brown, as a distinguished guest.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Loads Up with Litec

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:04:39 GMT

As the exclusive UK distributor for Italian trussing and rigging manufacturer, Litec, A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd. provided the first UK tradeshow previews at PLASA09 of the new RF40 compact truss and EXE-Lodestar 650C1 Action chain hoist.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Extends Distribution with CM Lodestar

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:14:56 GMT

A.C. Rigging, a division of A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd., has recently been appointed as a distributor for CM Entertainment Lodestars. As a supplier of CM equipment to this market for many years, the new agreement extends A.C’s stockholding to include the full range of Columbus McKinnon Lodestar and Prostar hoists, winches and associated products.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Trussing & Rigging Training Builds Solid Framework

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 13:46:03 GMT

A.C. Rigging, a division of A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd., recently held a trussing and rigging training school at the company’s Leeds Sales Office in conjunction with leading Italian truss manufacturer, Litec.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Enters the Bunka & Takes Victory at ABTT Awards

Fri, 4 Sep 2009 11:30:26 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd. received the ABTT Theatre Show’s ‘Widget of the Year Award’ on behalf of Touring Custom Products (TCP) for their Bunka Stand, which it distributes exclusively on a worldwide basis. The award was presented to Adam Beaumont, Sales Manager of A.C.’s Rigging division, at the 16th annual ABTT awards ceremony. Held at The Royal Horticultural Halls during this year’s ABTT Theatre Show, the awards aim to encourage high standards in design across various theatrical equipment product categories.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Showcases Broad Industry Lineup at PLASA09

Fri, 4 Sep 2009 09:13:58 GMT

The A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd. stand (1-E10) at the PLASA show in London will feature new innovations and product highlights from the ranges distributed by the company in the UK. With access to a vast multi-million pound stockholding of lighting, audio, rigging and video products, as well as associated services, A.C. provides a complete one-stop entertainment technology solution to customers in over 80 countries around the world.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies CM Lodestar Training Is a Big Pull

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 12:01:06 GMT

The recent CM Lodestar training courses held by A.C. Rigging, a division of A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd., were very well received by all who attended the fully booked events.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Helps Globo Balear get into the Swing of Things

Wed, 1 Jul 2009 16:55:28 GMT

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd. recently supplied event production company Three Media Creative with state-of-the-art sound and projection systems for new show 'Come Fly with Me' at the Gran Casino Theatre in Mallorca. Combining the music of Frank Sinatra with the visual spectacle of a Broadway show, the production is based around New York in 1959 and features an unforgettable mix of swing music, world-class acrobatics and dancing.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Gets All Geared Up for Trussing & Rigging Training Days

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:14:55 GMT

A.C. Rigging, a division of A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd., is hosting a trussing and rigging training school in conjunction with leading Italian truss manufacturer, Litec, at their Leeds premises on 7th-8th July. Eric Porter, experienced independent rigger, trainer, adviser and committee member for the PLASA National Rigging Certificate, is leading the training school alongside engineers from Litec and staff from the A.C. Rigging division.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Puts its Weight Behind CM Lodestar with Training School

Wed, 3 Jun 2009 12:12:10 GMT

A.C. Rigging, a division of A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd., is hosting a series of CM Lodestar training courses at their Leeds premises on 15th - 17th June. Dave Carmack, Entertainment Product Trainer for Columbus McKinnon, will be leading the training sessions along with Adam Beaumont, Sales Manager for the A.C. Rigging division.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Introduces a Real Crowd Pleaser

Tue, 2 Jun 2009 12:06:20 GMT

A.C. Rigging, a division of A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd., has been appointed as a distributor for Youngman Group's range of professional access equipment and their growing range of Event Solution products, including a revolutionary new Aluminium Crowd Control Barrier system.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Unveils New Innovations at PLASA Focus

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 16:48:28 GMT

The A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd. stand (S-D2) at the PLASA Focus show in Leeds will feature new innovations from leading brands including Chroma-Q™ & GLP and product highlights from the ranges exclusively distributed by the company in the UK.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Stocks Tractel

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 11:54:24 GMT

A.C. Rigging, a division of A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd., has been appointed as a distributor for Tractel, featuring the Tractel Black range of hand chain blocks, lever hoists and Corso beam clamps.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies Stocks Classic Tomcat Range

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 11:51:57 GMT

A.C. Rigging, a division of A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd., has been appointed as the UK stockist for the Tomcat Classic truss range. Under the agreement, it will provide the large Tomcat client base in the UK with a continued local stockholding, pricing and technical support for the Classic range following the recent relocation of production to Italy.

Litec - The Perfect Solution In a Crisis

Fri, 9 Jan 2009 11:49:33 GMT

A.C. Rigging, a division of A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd., has supplied a Litec Maxitower 40 ground support truss system to leading film and TV lighting hire company Panalux for the filming of 'Crisis Control', a major new BBC Children's TV series. 'Crisis Control' is a high-tech role-play show where two teams of children use their judgement and initiative to regain control in the midst of a variety of natural & man-made emergency situations.

A.C. Entertainment Technologies & University of Derby Raise the Bar for Production Technology Education

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 11:46:51 GMT

Following the recent partnership between A.C. Rigging, a division of A.C. Entertainment Technologies Ltd. (formerly known as A.C. Lighting Ltd.), and Out Board Electronics, the University of Derby's Sound, Light & Live Event Technology BSc programme has become one of the first beneficiaries of this collaboration.

A.C.s Rigging Division Provides UKs 1st Litec EXE Lodestar Installation

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 11:30:06 GMT

A.C. Lighting's Rigging division has provided the UK's 1st Litec EXE Lodestar installation of its kind to Aberystwyth Arts Centre - Wales' largest arts centre, and a department of Aberystwyth University, recognised as a 'national flagship for the arts'.

A.C.s Rigging Division and Out Board Take Control of Their Future

Wed, 2 Apr 2008 11:26:07 GMT

A.C. Lighting's Rigging division is pleased to announce its partnership with Out Board and can confirm it is now a full-line stocking dealer for their latest professional LV and DV chain-hoist controllers. Out Board is a recognised industry standard when it comes to motor controllers, making it the first choice for A.C. and their customers.

A.C.'s Rigging Division Supplies Litec Trussing System for Futuristic Ice Disco at The O2

Tue, 11 Dec 2007 17:46:24 GMT

A.C. Lighting's Rigging division has supplied a Litec QX40S ground support truss system to event lighting specialist Blinding Light for the 1024 square metre new Ice Disco at The O2 in Greenwich.

A.C. Lighting Supplies Complete Lighting Inventory for STS Touring Productions Ltd

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 17:42:19 GMT

A.C. Lighting's Northern sales office has supplied the complete inventory of entertainment lighting, rigging and associated equipment for STS Touring Productions Ltd's new lighting hire division.

A.C. Lighting Supplies Litec System to Leading Motion Capture Studio

Mon, 1 Oct 2007 17:40:17 GMT

A.C. Lighting has supplied a Litec QX30S square truss grid system to Audiomotion, Europe's largest motion capture studio.

A.C. Showcases Lighting & Audio & Rigging Innovations at PLASA 2007

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 17:35:43 GMT

A.C. Lighting's stand (F24) at PLASA 2007 features several new product innovations from the one-stop entertainment technology supplier's vast stockholding of leading equipment, accessories and consumables brands. The stand also features dedicated areas for the company's Lighting, Audio, Rigging and Special Projects divisions to showcase the wide range of products and services available.

A.C. Lighting North 2007 Tradeshow Provides 1st UK Showings for Litec Innovations

Mon, 23 Apr 2007 17:35:07 GMT

The A.C. Lighting North Tradeshow will see the first UK showings of two new product innovations from leading Italian trussing and rigging manufacturer Litec.

A.C. Lighting Appoints Trussing & Rigging Sales Executive

Fri, 9 Feb 2007 12:15:58 GMT

A.C. Lighting is pleased to announce a new staff appointment at the company's Northern Sales office in Leeds.