Alcorn McBride V4X show controller is the wind beneath the wings of Amsterdam’s “This Is Holland” flying theater

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Alcorn McBride V4X show controller is the wind beneath the wings of Amsterdam’s “This Is Holland” flying theater

Jun 16, 2020 Joe Kleiman Attractions, Europe & Middle East, News, Technology & Media, World markets Comments Off on Alcorn McBride V4X show controller is the wind beneath the wings of Amsterdam’s “This Is Holland” flying theater

“This Is Holland” features a 5D flight simulation, with wind and water effects, as the audience soars over some of the country’s most iconic spots.

Medialon introduces micro embedded show control solution for museums

May 18, 2020 Joe Kleiman Museums, News, Technology & Media Comments Off on Medialon introduces micro embedded show control solution for museums

Its ruggedised and fanless small form factor makes it easy to mount where AV racks aren’t suitable.

How attractions industry creatives and geeks shelter in place, inventively

May 11, 2020 Judith Rubin 2020, Business, COVID-19, Features, Haunts, Headlines, Live Shows and Spectacles, News, People, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, Uncategorized Comments Off on How attractions industry creatives and geeks shelter in place, inventively

The inventiveness of the themed entertainment industry, its team-oriented culture and sense of humor assert themselves even in COVID lockdown.

The IPM Guide to AV 2020

Feb 11, 2020 Joe Kleiman Features, IPM guide to AV 2020 Comments Off on The IPM Guide to AV 2020

Technology is key to development, attractions and tourism today.

Weigl and Alcorn McBride partner on exhibit and facility control at the ProMedica Museum of Natural History at the Toledo Zoo

Jan 29, 2020 Joe Kleiman Attractions, Museums, News, North America, Technology & Media, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums Comments Off on Weigl and Alcorn McBride partner on exhibit and facility control at the ProMedica Museum of Natural History at the Toledo Zoo

Located within the zoo, the museum is housed in a landmark building whose architecture has been preserved while bringing the latest in 21st century technology

Sean Griffin promoted to Vice President at The Attraction Services Company

Jan 28, 2020 Joe Kleiman Business, Features, News, People, Technology & Media Comments Off on Sean Griffin promoted to Vice President at The Attraction Services Company

Griffin will be integral in determining the technical approach of the projects that TASC embarks on

Diablo Sound employs Alcorn V16Pro for Cross Roads Escape Games’ “Psych Ward”

Jan 07, 2020 Joe Kleiman Attractions, Haunts, News, North America, World markets Comments Off on Diablo Sound employs Alcorn V16Pro for Cross Roads Escape Games’ “Psych Ward”

All aspects of the escape room were automated, reporting real-time status updates to a touchscreen interface operated by the game master.

Eric Lehman promoted to Global Sales and Marketing Manager at 7thSense Design

Nov 19, 2019 Joe Kleiman Business, News, People, Technology & Media Comments Off on Eric Lehman promoted to Global Sales and Marketing Manager at 7thSense Design

Eric’s career has seen him work with, and contribute to the commercial success of, respected companies including Universal, Electrosonic, Solid Control Inc., and Mad Systems

RealMotion partners with Smart Monkeys’ ISAAC to turn a guitar-shaped hotel into a Hard Rockin’ show

Nov 13, 2019 Joe Kleiman Attractions, Headlines, News, North America, Technology & Media, Themed Resorts/Hotels, World markets Comments Off on RealMotion partners with Smart Monkeys’ ISAAC to turn a guitar-shaped hotel into a Hard Rockin’ show

"We used ISAAC to develop a system to ingest content into the 4 Karat Server to manage and synchronize the millions of content elements of the show."

Smart Monkeys promotes Jason Pontius to Director of Operations

Oct 31, 2019 Joe Kleiman Attractions, Business, Events, Museums, News, People, Technology & Media, Theme Parks Comments Off on Smart Monkeys promotes Jason Pontius to Director of Operations

Jason will be responsible for spearheading the company’s efforts to streamline overall operations and elevate client satisfaction.

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