AUDIO-VISUAL DESIGN & INTEGRATION

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1 AUDIO-VISUAL DESIGN & INTEGRATION

2 Tell Your Story Using Innovative Technology Electrosonic provide audio-visual design, equipment supply, installation and service and maintenance to museums, theme parks, visitor centres, retail spaces, executive briefing centres and family entertainment centres. We pride ourselves in continuously pushing the boundaries of audio, video, control technology, creative media and network solutions. Through innovative and bespoke engineering we can help you to create sustainable experiences that really connect with audiences whilst driving revenue and footfall. Working in partnership with you to achieve your vision We aspire to become your trusted partner, working together to provide expertly designed audio-visual solutions that help turn your ideas into reality, whilst adhering to budget and time constraints. Our dedicated team understand the complexities of entertainment environments and have the experience and knowledge to deliver your dream whilst being flexible and responsive to inevitable changes.

3 Why Electrosonic? From museums to shopping malls and visitor centres to theme parks, Electrosonic has worked for over 50 years on some of the highest profile projects in the world, many of which have been recognised with key industry awards. Specialities include dark rides, 3D and 4D effects, dome projection, interactive exhibits, 360 o immersive theatre and show control. 21 st century audiences have higher demands and bigger expectations than any generation ever before. They highly value unique experiences that utilise new and innovative technologies, providing them with cherished moments they can share. We can work with you to help uncover new cutting-edge technologies to show off your story. Stonhenge Visitor Centre, Whiltshire, UK

4 Choosing the right AV solution to create these magical experiences can be time consuming and require a large up-front investment. Technology changes so rapidly and the vast amount of choice makes going ahead with a project a daunting task. For over 50 years Electrosonic have been working with master planners, architects, designers, theme parks and museums across the world to help them tell their stories through creative technology solutions. We work easily alongside developers, operators and fabrication companies to deliver reliable solutions that will create long lasting memories for visitors. Whether you are looking for a spectacular centre piece to wow your visitors, ideas to extend the life of existing exhibits, or you would like to design a temporary exhibition to draw in new visitors, Electrosonic can work with you to provide a high quality, reliable AV solution that will inspire and educate your visitors and keep them coming back for more. engage delight inspire immerse captivate memories enchant facinatee

5 Our Goal is to Build Long Lasting Relationships with You We value our client relationships immensely, some of our clients span a 20-year plus partnership. We continue to work closely alongside our clients developing our service offering as they expand and grow their business. How we support you We understand no two projects are the same. We approach all projects with a creative strategy with its own aspirations, methodology and challenges. Our aim is to work with our clients as early on in the process as possible, helping to test ideas and uncover new possibilities. The project is only complete when we have reviewed the outcome with you and you are happy that all the objectives have been met. The quality of Electrosonic s technical design for resilient systems is excellent and is a key aspect of the project. Electrosonic worked admirably with the designers, the operators and Bright White s media contractors to provide one of the most intelligent and advanced AV systems we are aware of in the museums sector. Bright White Designers of the Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre Scotland, UK The Discovery Space is an outstanding visual experience that is the show piece of our new Education Centre. We ARE passionate about engaging young people with democracy and the Immersive Space enables us to do that in a unique and engaging way. Head of Education Houses of Parliament Education Centre London, UK

6 Design Consulting Our technical design team provides a complete service to help our clients discover innovative technology solutions and create attractions that spark interest and give visitors the opportunity to engage fully with collections, information and stories. Technical Design Consulting Services Equipment specification Technology demonstrations Projection geometry studies Facility impact studies Budgeting & tender specifications Create Discover 3D Innovation Engage collections interactives Story Artifacts Invisible Technology We understand the practicalities of using audio-visual technologies can interfere with your designs and concepts. Our team can work with you to make the technology as invisible as possible to visitors whilst adhering to your design ideas. Accessibility for Everyone When designing an attraction you can be guaranteed our team have considered more than just the technology. They will ensure easy and safe access to the technology for your staff, and compliance with architectural (BREEAM-Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method and LEED- Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and health and safety standards. Universal Design Electrosonic will use Universal Design techniques to create accessible environments for everyone, giving people of all abilities the same experience, to the greatest extent possible. For example, making the exhibit spacious, easy to understand regardless of the user s experience, knowledge, language skills, concentration and physical abilities. Innovations in technology have made this process of inclusion easier. We can work with designers to specify both universal and specialised components that respond to the needs of all people. A big dose of passion & dedication to your project

7 Engineering, Project Management & Integration Our dedicated project team has the ability to call upon specialised knowledge and experience from all over the world, giving you peace of mind that your project will be completed to the highest standard possible. We can successfully manage your project from the initial design concept through to its installation, working seamlessly alongside you and any other stakeholders involved to deliver a creative, reliable and affordable system which tells your story in a unique and engaging way. Explain detailed information in a fun and engaging way Create compelling and relevant experiences for each visitor Audio-Visual Technology Can Help to: Bring exhibits to life whilst inspiring and educating visitors Help to utilise all spaces within your attraction Generate interaction and conversation with visitors Increase repeat visits and attract more diverse audiences Help visitors explore collections in greater detail Encourage visitors to share with friends on social media Canada s Sports Hall of Fame, Calgary, Canada

8 Theme Parks & Attractions Electrosonic have worked on many theme park projects, both large and small, around the world. Working directly with owners, design teams and operators, we have designed and installed complex audio-visual solutions for themed attractions and shows, dark rides, planetariums and theatres. Projects have included custom projection systems, audio, interactive displays, immersive environments, show control and event scheduling. Our clients include European theme parks and many of the world s largest themed attractions in the US, Asia and the Middle East.* *Due to NDA s on some of these projects we cannot disclose all of our clients names & project details. Photographs from top: Space Shuttle Atlantis at Kennedy Space Centre Visitor Complex, Florida, USA Mass Effect Amusement Park, CA, USA SeaWorld, Florida, USA

9 On-going Support Our Service Solutions Electrosonic understands you want to provide every visitor with an exceptional experience. Our service agreements are customised to not only reduce the cost of ownership but to provide you with relevant services to improve your exhibition uptime and reliability. Benefits Extend the life of your technology investment Maximise the reliability of your technology Lower your operational costs Keep critical operations running especially in peak season Reliable equipment frees you up to concentrate on new projects Boost your facilities uptime Increase customer satisfaction Remote Monitoring Electrosonic s remote monitoring service offers 24x7 real-time monitoring of your facility from our Service Operations Centers (SOC). It will monitor your facility, look for problems and provide our support specialists with alerts and important configuration data to enable faster troubleshooting and fault resolution. Early detection of potential system or device failure Identify issues remotely in and out of opening hours Enhance your on-site issue resolution capability Keep exhibits up and running 365 days Reduce visitor disappointment and negative feedback

10 International Coverage & Support With offices located around the globe in key attraction locations, we are able to offer clients international coverage with local presence, providing effective support for any attraction, no matter where in the world they are located. Service & Maintenance Solutions Help desk and 24/7 technical support Emergency response Two, four, eight hour and next-day response Preventative maintenance visits Loans, replacement and spare parts Equipment repair On-site staff for operational support Remote monitoring Technical guidance and training Projector lamp replacement program Asset management software for customer equipment MUSEUMS THEME PARKS VISITOR PARKS SHOPPING MALLS FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT CENTRES THEMED ATTRACTIONS PLANETARIUMS EXECUTIVE BRIEFING CENTRES Photos left to right: Siemens Crystal Visitor Centre, Dover Secret Wartime Tunnels, The Battle of Bannockburn Visitor Centre.

11 THE OLYMPIC MUSEUM Lausanne, Switzerland THE ROLLING STONES TOURING EXHIBITION London, UK HIGHLIGHT More than 150 screens deliver an immersive and engaging experience within a 32,000 sq ft (3000 sq m) completely renovated museum. TECHNOLOGY Wide screen panorama projection Interactive exhibits with a variety of formats Networked control of AV based exhibits AV projection & interactive exhibits Let the Games Begin Overview The Olympic Museum in Lausanne recently reopened after a renovation that effectively resulted in a completely new museum. Metaphor of London prepared the master plan and Mather & Co of Wilmslow did the detailed design. The museum has three exhibition levels. Level 1 is The Olympic World, covering such subjects as the origins of the Games, the Olympic Torch and Opening Ceremonies; Level 0 is The Olympic Games with exhibits on the Summer Games, the Winter Games, the Paralympics and the Youth Olympics; and Level -1 is The Olympic Spirit. HIGHLIGHT A kaleidoscopic 50 screen show welcomes visitors to 50 years of Rolling Stones history. TECHNOLOGY Three LED walls comprised of 4, 12 & 8 LED tiles 70 LCDS from 32-inch to 95-inch integrated into exhibition fabric Projection mapping onto 3D model of Rolling Stones logo An all network system architecture eliminating the need for extenders Imaginative AV Enhances a Tribute to the Rolling Stones Overview Exhibitionism The Rolling Stones temporary exhibition, started its world tour at the Saatchi Gallery, in London from 5 April 4 September The exhibition explores every facet of the band from the sixties until It includes artwork, clothes, performances, instruments, recordings, unseen films and photos, and rare objects that have been assembled to tell the story as never before. Exhibitionism is originated and produced by iec (International Entertainment Consulting). The exhibition makes extensive use of audio-visual support both to show archive material and to enhance the displays. Fray Studio produced the video content, and specified the show system. Electrosonic was appointed to engineer and deliver the complete AV installation under a direct contract with iec.

12 TOM BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL TERMINAL AT LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (LAX) California, USA NATIONAL 9/11 MEMORIAL & MUSEUM New York, USA HIGHLIGHT Electrosonic helps bring a unique travel experience to passengers at LAX through a series of stunning digital media features. TECHNOLOGY LED Video Wall Digital Signage Motion Sensors Control Room System Stunning AV Technology Takes Passengers to New Heights Overview The new Tom Bradley International Terminal at LAX offers passengers a unique travel experience with its Integrated Environmental Media System (IEMS), a series of seven digital media features integrated into the interior architecture that provides entertainment and information to passengers. Electrosonic was tasked by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) with the detailed engineering and system integration of the IEMS components, and the build out of the IEMS control room. HIGHLIGHT Projectors display content over six large, vertical screens staggered down a vertical 60-foot ramp, to recount where people were on that fateful day. TECHNOLOGY Digital projection LCD displays Touch screens Audio stations & loudspeakers AV Technology Helps Explore 9/11 and Honour Victims Overview The National September 11 Memorial & Museum is an educational institution honouring victims of both the 9/11 terrorist attacks and the 1993 bombing. The historical exhibition uses artefacts, photographs and media to explore the background leading up to the events and examines their aftermath and continuing global implications. Electrosonic provided the audio-visual systems for the museum, which are currently located about 70-feet below ground in the footprints of the World Trade Center in Lower Manhattan.

13 World Expos Electrosonic have been involved in 15 different expos since Expo 67 in Montreal, Canada. We have a dedicated team who ensures that even the smallest of jobs receive the same high-level of service and are turned around quickly to reduce any disruption to your business. Montreal Expo Seville Expo Taejon Expo Not Just the Large Projects Fitting new or upgrading existing displays and projectors Hardware & system updates New individual exhibits and upgrades Equipment supply only Digital signage supply and installation Sound system supply and installation USA Pavilion, Shanghai Expo Below left: Information & Communications Pavilion at Shanghai Expo. Below right: China State Shipbuilding Pavilion at Shanghai Expo.

14 Founded in 1964 Privately owned with a strong financial base Electrosonic has amassed a total of 26 AV Awards since the honours began in 1999 Over 250 highly qualified and trained staff in EMEA and 430 globally Electrosonic Key Facts Supporting over 230 service customers across EMEA and Asia Projects completed in over 60 locations around the world We have achieved ISO standards including Environmental Management System BS EN ISO14001, Quality Management System and Occupational BS EN ISO9001, Health and Safety Management System OHSAS18001 We are members of the following professional associations: InfoComm International, and the TEA (Themed Entertainment Association) A 40-foot (12.2m) high screen offers a massive visual canvas to visitors on the three floors. Museum of Natural Sciences, North Carolina, USA Exhitionism Rolling Stones Touring Exhibition, London, UK

15 electrosonic.com BRINGINGCONCEPTTOREALITY Cover Photograph: Museum of Science & Industry, Chicago, USA