We will begin upgrading our custom designed 3×3 video wall in the Loews Atlanta next week. We’re kicking it up a notch, 3 feet to be exact. The video wall will now sit 5 feet in the air, visible from anywhere in the beautiful hotel lobby. Since this was a custom designed stand, we had to get creative with our structural design to make this happen. We fabricated a heavy-duty steel extension and a larger version of our creative slope pedestal. These new additions help to preserve the sleek modern design from the original video wall while shifting everything 3 feet higher.
One of the biggest challenges of this upgrade will be removing all 9 of the 55″ video wall displays and storing them during the extension of the video wall structure.
The challenge: Remove the displays without damaging them. These displays cannot be laid flat on their back, they must be stored at an 80° angle at all times. Additionally, they have bezelless (frameless) edges meaning the glass is exposed to cracking when they are removed from their mounts. To overcome these challenges, we hit the drawing board and designed a custom cart that will hold all 9 of the 55″ video wall displays.
Our design met all of these requirements:
Protect all 9 video wall displays
Easily move the displays around the hotel
Be as light as possible
Travel well in a van
Keep each display at 80° degree angle
We did it! Casey and the guys did such a great job on the design and built a one-of-kind video wall cart. Check out the pictures!
We’re performing the installation next week in Atlanta. We’ll be sure to post our pictures, stay tuned!
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Our friends at Burns McDonnell, the world’s top engineering firm, tasked us with designing and building an EPIC, State-of-the-art 360 LED video wall room. Consequently, this state-of-the-art space allows them to physically preview all their 3D CAD files and engineering projects. As a result, it provides an immersive experience that significantly enhances collaboration with their teams and clients.
Enhancing Collaboration Beyond VR
Although many companies use VR for CAD file walkthroughs, VR often falls short in terms of real-time discussion. Specifically, it lacks the capability for team members to see where others are focusing or pointing. Therefore, our 360 LED video wall bridges this gap by allowing everyone in the room to view and discuss the designs simultaneously, creating a more interactive and engaging experience. Our 360 LED video wall does allow for everyone to experience their out-of-this-world design but also shows the client why Burns McDonnell is simply the best engineering firm in the world. They are always pushing the edge of technology to set the standard within their industry.
Proud Partnership with Burns McDonnell
We are genuinely thrilled to be Burns McDonnell’s official LED video wall partner. Notably, witnessing their innovative launch pad designs and experiencing the sensation of being 40 stories high up is truly extraordinary. This project not only highlights their groundbreaking designs but also underscores why Burns McDonnell remains a leader in engineering excellence.
Collaboration with Igloo Vision
In this groundbreaking project, we partnered with Igloo Vision, whose software suite expertly manages the 3D CAD integrations. Meanwhile, Ascend took charge of all other aspects, including software and media management, hardware design, installation, and implementation. Consequently, this collaboration ensured a seamless integration of cutting-edge technologies.
A Global First – 360 LED video Wall Room
We are proud to announce that this is the world’s first 360 LED video wall room. Furthermore, it is a pioneering achievement, with only one other similar room located in Dubai. Thus, the immersive experience provided by this room is truly mind-blowing and sets a new benchmark in the industry.
Easy Streaming and Control
The system allows the Burns McDonnell team to stream their designs effortlessly from networked computers or through local wireless connections. Additionally, our design includes high-quality K-Array speakers, full-color programmable recessed lighting, and a sophisticated control system. Consequently, team members can easily manage everything using a wall-mounted touch panel or Surface tablet, making the system both intuitive and user-friendly.
A Team Effort
This project was indeed a significant team effort involving the entire Ascend team. We are extremely proud of the final product and deeply grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with such an innovative and industry-leading client.
Watch the Installation Film
Finally, don’t miss the film showcasing the installation process. It beautifully captures the transformation and highlights the incredible features of the world’s first 360 LED video wall room!
