Date Announced: 13 Apr 2010 Traxon Technologies and Haver & Boecker Join Forces to Introduce the Transparent Media Façade IMAGIC WEAVE Innovative display of media content including videos, graphics, and animations to create unimaginable experiencesEast Rutherford, NJ – April 13, 2010 – Traxon Technologies, a global leader in LED lighting systems, and Haver & Boecker, one of the world’s leading wire weaving companies, have joined in a strategic alliance to launch IMAGIC WEAVE, a fusion of stainless steel wire mesh and state of the art LED technology. The two industry experts combine knowledge and experience to develop the perfect scalable solution for various dimensions of media façade installations at airports, stadiums, shopping malls, skyscrapers, car parks, and other large buildings in any environment. The new transparent media façade IMAGIC WEAVE embellishes buildings with an outstanding shiny second skin and serves as an excellent and effective sunscreen to create unimaginable light experience.Haver & Boecker, a leading wire weaving company with a global network of operations and manufacturing facilities and Traxon Technologies, a provider of innovative and sustainable LED lighting solutions, come together to bring a fully integrated and innovative solution to market. IMAGIC WEAVE allows the creation of stunning light experiences and offers promising return of investment possibilities when used as advertisement spaces. The first installation of IMAGIC WEAVE was finalized in August 2009 on the exterior façade of the Haver & Boecker headquarters in Germany. “LED lighting technologies have been evolving at a tremendous rate, offering a convincing set of advantages including low energy consumption and high durability as well as the ability to generate a huge spectrum of different colors,” says the responsible product manager of Haver & Boecker. “We look forward to utilizing Traxon’s experience in sustainable and eco-friendly lighting solutions and creating customized lighting experiences for outdoor facades.” Traxon’s control brand, e:cue lighting control, offers complimentary control products for the IMAGIC WEAVE such as the Video Micro Converter (VMC) for simple video integration of video content using DVI input and featuring a dedicated communication protocol (e:pix) specially designed by e:cue for improved control of the IMAGIC WEAVE. For sophisticated video lighting projects e:cue’s Lighting Control Engine offers countless capabilities to create astonishing video effects for the IMAGIC WEAVE. Fully outdoor rated (IP67), IMAGIC WEAVE incorporates Haver & Boecker’s high quality stainless steel wire mesh and Traxon’s advanced LED-technology. “Our partnership with Haver & Boecker will utilize their precision manufacturing, experience in facades and the ability to modify their wire mesh to fit specific LED profiles, creating lighting spectacles,” says Mike Mastroyiannis, Managing Director of Traxon Technologies Ltd. “In addition, the alliance will see both companies utilizing their worldwide presence to support projects locally.” Contact Information:Amy MeredithDirector of Marketing & AdministrationTraxon Technologies Ltd, Tel: 201.508.1574Email: [email protected] Dibble,Weber ShandwickTel: 617.520.7099Email: [email protected] About TraxonTraxon Technologies Ltd. is a global leader in LED lighting systems offering sophisticated RGB and White solutions for the architectural and hospitality/retail industries. Together with its lighting control brand “e:cue”, Traxon provides its customers full turnkey solutions, reaching from the cutting-edge LED lighting systems to the sophisticated large scale control solutions. In March 2009, Traxon Technologies entered into a joint venture partnership with OSRAM, strengthening its position in the market by combining know-how in technology and building on synergies with OSRAM’s global presence. With over 3000 worldwide installations Traxon covers various market segments and has the knowledge and experience to improve and illuminate environments of various size and complexity.About e:cue lighting controle:cue lighting control develops state-of-the-art control and automation solutions, and works with lighting professionals and partners around the world to deliver dynamic lighting experiences. An industry leader with an integrated software and hardware portfolio, e:cue provides reliable control solutions for any dynamic lighting project. e:cue, as part of “Traxon Technologies – An OSRAM Company”, is headquartered in Paderborn, Germany with regional offices in Europe, North America, South America, Asia and the Middle East. Distribution and support is managed through e:cue’s extensive worldwide partner network.For more information, visit www.traxontechnologies.com or www.ecue.com About Haver & BoeckerHaver & Boecker began producing wire cloth in 1887. Today it is one of the world’s leading wire weaving companies with a global network of branches and manufacturing facilities. Whether science and research, industry or architecture – wherever Haver & Boecker products are used, customers benefit from a broad but still unique individual service. The companies work is based upon experience, continuous research and development of products and manufacturing processes, along with the knowledge and ability of its staff. In 2010, Haver & Boecker operates several plants in Germany as well as manufacturing facilities in Great Britain, Belgium, the USA, Canada, India and Brazil. More than 2,000 people work for the Group worldwide.For further information, please visit www.weavingideas.com
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Amy Meredith Director of Marketing & Administration Traxon Technologies Ltd, Tel: 201.508.1574 Email: [email protected] Lauren Dibble, Weber Shandwick Tel: 617.520.7099 Email: [email protected]
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Web Site:www.traxontechnologies.com; www.ecue.com; www.weavingideas.com
