Polycomp news achive for May 2008.

LEDs shine a light at London bus stops

Transport for London have hit upon a bright idea by agreeing a $1.1 million deal that will see LED lighting installed at bus stops across the capital.The energy-efficient LEDs are currently fitted in over 3,000 sites across London, with the new agreement ensuring that the technology will now be available to commuters at approximately 3,000 more bus stops.Carmanah Technologies Corporation will be responsible for rolling out the solar powered system, which recently received the "Judges' Citation" Innovation Award at the LIGHTFAIR International event.
Friday, 30th May 2008 - full story

Sports scoreboards: Cardiff teams sign stadium agreement

New scoreboards are expected to feature heavily at a £46 million stadium that will be the future home of Cardiff City and Cardiff Blues.The two teams have agreed a ground sharing deal that will run until 2029 before being reviewed.Construction of the 25,000 seater venue, which is located in the Leckwith area of the city, is expected to be complete ahead of the 2009-10 season.
Friday, 30th May 2008 - full story

Wimbledon serves up new scoreboards

Spectators at this year's Wimbledon Championships will be entertained by new video displays.In addition to keeping the score, the state-of-the-art screens can show Hawk-eye replays, statistics and video clips when the rain inevitably starts to pour.Bill Jinks of IBM, which is responsible for supplying and operating the technology, claimed that the new scoreboards can "show a whole range of information" when a court in not being used.
Thursday, 29th May 2008 - full story

Sports scoreboard shines at new Hawaiian stadium

A high-tech scoreboard is is set to be installed at Roosevelt High School's new stadium in Honolulu as part of a $4.5 million construction project.
Thursday, 29th May 2008 - full story

New York store signs up for massive LED billboard

The Big Apple is set to showcase the biggest LED advertising billboard later this year.
Wednesday, 28th May 2008 - full story

LEDs transform Sacramento bank into art display

The US Bank Tower has installed an array of LED video displays that combine to create the impression of a cascading waterfall.
Wednesday, 28th May 2008 - full story

Architects receive enlightenment on LEDs

The annual American Institute of Architects (AIA) convention in Boston was illuminated by speakers and exhibitions focusing on LED lighting.
Tuesday, 27th May 2008 - full story

Donation funds new high school scoreboard

A new state-of-the-art scoreboard with "all the bells and whistles" is set to be installed by Swampscott High School.
Tuesday, 27th May 2008 - full story

Burke High School make the grade with new scoreboard

A new scoreboard has been installed by Burke High School as part of improvements to student athletic facilities.
Friday, 23rd May 2008 - full story

LED display takes centre stage at Michigan International Speedway

It was out with the old and in with the new as Michigan International Speedway upgraded their scoreboard system.
Friday, 23rd May 2008 - full story

Round Rock installs upgraded scoreboard

A minor league baseball side has fitted a state-of-the-art video scoreboard as part of a new scoring system.
Friday, 23rd May 2008 - full story

Ricoh Arena prepares for euroLED 2008 conference

Industry experts from across the world be travelling to Coventry next month as they attend Europe's largest solid-state lighting event.
Wednesday, 21st May 2008 - full story

Chapman Field set for new scoreboard

A multi-purpose scoreboard is being lined up by the University of New Brunswick (UNB) after a successful soccer tournament boosted its finances.
Wednesday, 21st May 2008 - full story

Winchester Fieldhouse prepares for new scoreboards

Winchester Community High School has been given permission to launch a major upgrade project of athletic facilities that will see new LED displays installed.
Tuesday, 20th May 2008 - full story

Sports scoreboards: Florida Marlins set for new stadium

A Major League Baseball (MLB) side are expected to install a range of new scoreboards after unveiling plans for a stadium that will be complete in time for the 2011 season.
Tuesday, 20th May 2008 - full story

LEDs shine a light on the Mississippi River

A new LED lighting system designed to illuminate the Mississippi River in dazzling array of colour has been installed.
Monday, 19th May 2008 - full story

Mobile scoreboard coming to bowling championships

The United States Bowling Congress (USBC) has signed up for a new state-of-the-art LED video display that will take centre stage at events from 2009.
Monday, 19th May 2008 - full story

Radiohead illuminate the world with LED fixtures

Rock superstars Radiohead have kicked off their world tour by committing to LED stage lighting.
Friday, 16th May 2008 - full story

New scoreboard for Wildcats

Whitehouse High School in Texas is planning to install a new LED scoreboard as part of a major stadium redevelopment project.
Friday, 16th May 2008 - full story

USC gain scoreboard upgrade as part of new lease agreement

New video scoreboards will be installed at the Los Angeles Coliseum as part of a deal that ensures the stadium continues to host the University of Southern California (USC) for a further 25 years.
Thursday, 15th May 2008 - full story

Hereford High School hit the jackpot with new scoreboard

A new state-of-the-art scoreboard has been installed at Hereford High School thanks to a generous donation.
Thursday, 15th May 2008 - full story

Beijing fits new LEDs ahead of 2008 Olympics

Two huge LED displays operating as an outdoor advertising platform have been installed in Beijing, China.
Wednesday, 14th May 2008 - full story

Scoreboards take centre stage at new baseball stadium

Two state-of-the-art scoreboards have been installed at Citi Field, the future home of the New York Mets.
Wednesday, 14th May 2008 - full story

New LED signs for Boston subway

Passengers on Boston's subway network will soon be able to access the latest travel information via LED signs as part of a major infrastructure upgrade.
Tuesday, 13th May 2008 - full story

Avnet to headline LED conference

Avnet LightSpeed have announced that director Cary Eskow will deliver the keynote speech at tomorrow's 2008 LED Technology Investment Forum.
Tuesday, 13th May 2008 - full story

Public willing to consider LED lighting solutions

A growing number of people are prepared to try LED lights, according to a new study.
Monday, 12th May 2008 - full story

LEDs shine a light on historic Alamo site

A new LED lighting system has illuminated the Alamo in Texas as part of a local arts' festival.
Monday, 12th May 2008 - full story

Missouri State University set for new scoreboards

Missouri State University has signed up for two new state-of-the-art LED displays that will keep fans entertained during both the football and basketball seasons.
Monday, 12th May 2008 - full story

LED display dazzles at MGM Grand Macau

A huge LED screen is the focal point of a new exterior facade at the MGM Grand Hotel in Macau.
Friday, 9th May 2008 - full story

Sports scoreboards: Liverpool FC's new stadium plans approved

Sports scoreboards are expected to feature heavily in Liverpool FC's new stadium in Stanley Park, Anfield after plans for the development were given approval.
Friday, 9th May 2008 - full story

South River set for new scoreboard

A baseball team has smashed a home run by signing up for a new scoreboard worth over $13,000.
Thursday, 8th May 2008 - full story

Athletics scoreboard upgrade given green light

JFK Fieldhouse will gain a new, improved scoreboard after the development was approved by the Manitowoc Public School District Board of Education.
Thursday, 8th May 2008 - full story

University of Oklahoma prepare for new scoreboard

A state-of-the-art video scoreboard will be installed at the Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium as part of a renovation scheme.
Thursday, 8th May 2008 - full story

World's largest mobile LED display unveiled

Fans at major sporting or music events could soon be watching crystal clear images after Big Moving Pictures unveiled the world's largest mobile LED displays.
Wednesday, 7th May 2008 - full story

New self-sustaining LED screen planned for Beijing

Visitors to the Beijing Olympics in August will be entertained by the world's largest LED display.
Wednesday, 7th May 2008 - full story

Martinsville Speedway set for new sports scoreboard

A new state-of-the-art scoreboard will be installed at Martinsville Speedway as part of a $2 million track improvements project.
Wednesday, 7th May 2008 - full story

Kent State University sign up for new sports scoreboards

Kent State University is planning to add new high definition LED displays during an ongoing upgrade of athletic venues.
Tuesday, 6th May 2008 - full story

Sacramento River Cats install LED panel

A minor league baseball side has fitted a new LED display that will enhance the entertainment experience throughout the 2008 season.
Tuesday, 6th May 2008 - full story

New LED display for Asia's largest railway station

Beijing South railway station has agreed a $10 million contract to install a number of LED displays as part of a major redevelopment project for the Olympics.
Tuesday, 6th May 2008 - full story

LED screen enables interactive museum to display breaking news

Newseum, a news museum, has installed a high definition LED screen as part of the opening ceremony for a new Washington DC site.
Friday, 2nd May 2008 - full story

Milwaukee Brewers strike out for new scoreboard

A Major League Baseball side is preparing to install a new scoreboard system as part of a stadium renovation project.
Friday, 2nd May 2008 - full story

London nightclub shines a light with new LED system

Area, a well known London nightclub, has fitted an innovative LED mesh lighting system on its ceiling.
Friday, 2nd May 2008 - full story

San Jose hit the back of the net with new sports scoreboard

A Major League Soccer (MLS) team has installed a new scoreboard and video screen as part of a redevelopment project.
Thursday, 1st May 2008 - full story

Long Beach Armada sign up for state-of-the-art video scoreboard

A deal to keep Golden Baseball League in Long Beach will ensure the Californian city acquires a new video scoreboard.
Thursday, 1st May 2008 - full story

Scoreboard stars at new University of South Carolina stadium

The University of South Carolina (USC) is investing in a state-of-the-art scoreboard video scoreboard as part of its $35.6 million stadium development.
Thursday, 1st May 2008 - full story