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Aquavision Moves Home
Aquavision , in-wall and waterproof television specialist , has moved its headquarters , factory and warehouse to new larger premises in Stockport near Manchester .
The company outgrew its previous premises and can now boast a 10,000 sq ft facility , nearly four times larger than the
Aquavision has moved to larger premises to cope with significant expansion
previous one . The relocation follows a significant increase in business over the last 12 months .
Alastair Benn , MD of Aquavision commented : “ Quadrupling the size of our premises means we will be able to achieve significant productivity improvements . We expect the benefits to be seen right across the business from improved workplace facilities such as heating , ventilation and natural light to dedicated R & D , service and production areas to mechanical lifting equipment for larger screens and a loading area for 40ft articulated lorries .”
Aquavision has also taken on seven new members of staff including Phil Biggin , who as production manager , will be responsible for the new production staff and Clare Boucher who joins the company as customer service and internal sales manager .
“ We needed premises that would give us the extra space to grow and accommodate both the increased business and additional staff . By the summer , we will also have completed our new in-house training facility and showroom . Over the coming months , we will be announcing new Aquavision models and products together with a vigorous marketing plan and new website ,” concluded Alastair .
More Information : Aquavision + 44 ( 0 ) 161 7111900 , www . aquavision . tv xxx picture caption text in here xxx
CEDIA Reveals Training Plans For 2017 And Sells Its Show
CEDIA has released its first set of dates for its training and education programme for 2017 . Alongside its most popular lighting and design courses , exam certifications and manufacturer and distributor training , CEDIA has revealed two brand new business focussed courses to its 2017 education scheme .
CEDIA has a big year ahead , adding to training and handing over the reins of the CEDIA US show
CEDIA ’ s newly formed , one-day business courses , ‘ Developing a Competitive Commercial Strategy for Your Business ’ and ‘ Consultative Selling Skills Training ’, have been designed to arm attendees with the key tools required to maximise business opportunities and success in the home technology industry .
‘ Developing a Competitive Commercial Strategy for Your Business ’ is aimed at established and start-up businesses and explores the skills required to develop , implement and deliver a robust business strategy that can make or break a commercial business . Developed for sales personnel and managers , ‘ Consultative Selling Skills Training ’ encourages attendees to maximise business opportunities by effectively selling premium solutions .
CEDIA also aims to offer more accessible training across the UK , confirming that for 2017 five training classes are already booked at Unicam in Leeds , whilst six courses are set to take place at AWE headquarters in Epsom , Surrey . The rest of the training sessions are hosted at the CEDIA HQ in St Neots .
CEDIA has released the 2017 Training and Curriculum Guide which lists the full training programme for the year . Full details are available online .
CEDIA also has announced the sale of its US based trade show to Emerald Expositions for an undisclosed sum . The association will retain ownership and control of the educational programming of the event and will work with Emerald on the overall direction and focus of the show , slated for September 5-9 in San Diego .
Emerald is the largest trade show organiser in the world and CEDIA will be looking to exploit the reach and power of this trade event specialist , whilst freeing itself to concentrate solely on delivering member benefits and training . CEDIA members will retain the same benefits , now including free access to the show and reduced rates on training and preferential access to hotel blocks based on join date .
2017 will be a transitional year operationally as CEDIA will continue to manage many facets of the show , working alongside the Emerald team . Beyond 2017 , Emerald will be responsible for all operational aspects of the show excluding educational programming and the CEDIA Awards event .
More Information : CEDIA + 44 ( 0 ) 1480 213 744 , www . cedia . co . uk
12 | February 2017