Polycomp news achive for November 2008.

Literacy campaign to use LED boards

LED boards are being used in a campaign to boost the reading abilities of Canadian children. National Multimedia Campaign for Family Literacy Day has been launched by ABC Canada and marketing specialists zig.The groups hope to increase reading among family members by displaying thought-provoking questions on LED boards that have been designed to spark families' imaginations.
Friday, 28th November 2008 - full story

LED screens used to deter shoplifters

LED screens are helping to reduce crime in a US shopping centre.Digital LED boards have been placed in the Staten Island Mall, in New York, in order to discourage people from shop lifting.Figures published by the Daily News reveal a nine per cent increase in cases of shoplifting as compared with last year.
Friday, 28th November 2008 - full story

LED lights "shimmer" in Christmas parade

LED lighting proved to be a hit with council officials at an East Midlands Christmas parade.The streets of Northampton were lit up recently during an annual ceremony where the town's Christmas lights are switched on.In addition to a host of decorations, characters which have appeared at the Royal and Derngate Theatres' shows joined the parade via an open-top bus.
Friday, 28th November 2008 - full story

City saves money with LED traffic lights

A US city is set to save approximately £180,000 with the installation of LED lights.
Friday, 28th November 2008 - full story

Company has LED video display

Visitors to Philadelphia's tallest building can watch a festive film on a large LED screen.
Thursday, 27th November 2008 - full story

President-elect's first speech beamed from LED board

Barack Obama's first speech as President-elect of the US was beamed to crowds with the help of an LED screen.
Thursday, 27th November 2008 - full story

LED screens to display emergency alerts

LED screens will soon be erected in a US state to notify the public about emergency situations.
Thursday, 27th November 2008 - full story

Vegetables growth 'boosted' by LED lights

An entrepreneur is using LED lights to significantly increase the growth of vegetables.
Wednesday, 26th November 2008 - full story

LED screens used for dance event

Party-goers at a recent international dance event were given the chance to watch DJs at work via LED screens.
Wednesday, 26th November 2008 - full story

Rescue craft gets LED lights

LED lights have been installed on a Cumbrian rescue craft in a bid to make it more visible.
Tuesday, 25th November 2008 - full story

LED screens drive home seat belt warning

A campaign to encourage US drivers to wear belts will use LED screens to convey its important message.
Tuesday, 25th November 2008 - full story

Alaskan city orders LED lights

An Alaskan city has purchased thousands of LED lights for its annual Christmas festival.
Tuesday, 25th November 2008 - full story

Bus shelter gets LED screens

An innovative bus shelter featuring LED screens has been presented to Abu Dhabi's transport officials.
Monday, 24th November 2008 - full story

LED light sculptures unveiled

A South African town has unveiled a series of festive sculptures which have been adorned with LED lights.
Monday, 24th November 2008 - full story

Lighthouse decorated with LED lights

A New York lighthouse is to be lit up this year with LED bulbs.
Friday, 21st November 2008 - full story

LED screens used as 'patient tracker'

LED screens have been installed at a Canadian hospital so relatives can keep track of their family members' surgical visits.
Friday, 21st November 2008 - full story

Birmingham shopping centre gets LED lights

A major UK shopping centre has been refitted with LED lights in an energy-saving venture.
Thursday, 20th November 2008 - full story

New York City's biggest LED board unveiled

The biggest LED board in New York will be unveiled today in Times Square.
Thursday, 20th November 2008 - full story

LEDs could boost house prices

Installing LED lights in homes could boost their value, according to construction experts.
Thursday, 20th November 2008 - full story

Ireland to phase out incandescent bulbs in favour of LED lights

Incandescent lights are likely to be withdrawn from Ireland's supermarket shelves in order to introduce more energy-saving lighting such as LED bulbs.
Wednesday, 19th November 2008 - full story

LED screens installed for Wembley's Tailgate party

LED screens were installed at a National Football League party held in London's Wembley Arena.
Wednesday, 19th November 2008 - full story

Zoo LED lights are "stunning"

A US Zoo will soon unveil new animal light displays which feature LED bulbs.
Tuesday, 18th November 2008 - full story

Wineries unveils LED light display

Visitors to California vineyards have the opportunity to see an LED light display that stretches for 14 miles.
Tuesday, 18th November 2008 - full story

Rockefeller tree adorned with LED lights

A donated Christmas tree laden with LED lights will this year take pride of place at New York's Rockefeller Center.
Tuesday, 18th November 2008 - full story

Mall has 200,000 LED lights

An Avon shopping centre has installed 200,000 LED lights for its Christmas display this year.
Monday, 17th November 2008 - full story

LED lights used in tuberculosis detection

LED lights are being used in the fight against a debilitating disease.
Monday, 17th November 2008 - full story

LED lights installed on iconic tower

The Boston skyline is set to glow with LED lights following a recent bulb refit.
Friday, 14th November 2008 - full story

Stadium to get LED boards

LED boards have been installed in China's second largest tennis venue in time for an international sporting event.
Friday, 14th November 2008 - full story

Italian football club installs LED scoreboard

Visitors to an Italian sports stadium can watch games unfold on a new LED scoreboard.
Thursday, 13th November 2008 - full story

Blackpool gets LED display

Plans unveiled by town council officials reveal that Blackpool is set to glow with LED lights this Christmas.
Thursday, 13th November 2008 - full story

Times Square crystal ball installed with LED lights

Times Square will soon feature a massive New Year's Eve ball lit-up with LED lights.
Thursday, 13th November 2008 - full story

Sport's star to switch on LED lights

A West Yorkshire town will be visited by a sport's star this weekend when he switches on its LED light display.
Wednesday, 12th November 2008 - full story

University joins LED light programme

Another US university has joined a special programme which hopes to increase the use of LED lighting across the country.
Wednesday, 12th November 2008 - full story

LED screen features in traditional US show

A festive US show will be touring across the country this year with a huge LED screen.
Tuesday, 11th November 2008 - full story

Solar-powered LED lights unveiled

Scientists in Vietnam have unveiled LED lights that run on solar power.
Tuesday, 11th November 2008 - full story

Australian cruise ships get LED screens

Passengers boarding Princess Cruises ships in Australia will soon be able to watch films on LED screens.
Tuesday, 11th November 2008 - full story

LED-lit Watercube wins prestigious award

The LED-lit venue of the swimming events at this year's Olympics has received a prestigious award for architecture.
Monday, 10th November 2008 - full story

LED lights are powered by a see-saw

An inventor from the Midlands has managed to power LED lights by harnessing energy from a see-saw.
Monday, 10th November 2008 - full story

'Sunlight wall' incorporates LED technology

An artist has unveiled an LED light project which she claims will help improve the quality of life for sick people.
Friday, 7th November 2008 - full story

LED lights 'proving popular' as Christmas decorations

Increasing numbers of householders are choosing to decorate their homes with LED lights, according to industry experts.
Friday, 7th November 2008 - full story

US arena updated with LED scoreboard

Louisiana State University (LSU) has updated its sports arenas with an array of LED scoreboards and displays.
Thursday, 6th November 2008 - full story

College farm fits 200 LED lights

A US college has recently fitted 200 LED lights as part of a pilot programme.
Thursday, 6th November 2008 - full story

Lightweight LED screen unveiled

A company has designed a lightweight LED screen that it believes will appeal to advertisers.
Wednesday, 5th November 2008 - full story

Military to use LED lighting

LED lights are so efficient and robust they are going to be used by US and European military groups, industry experts report.
Wednesday, 5th November 2008 - full story

Flagship shop displays LED screens

A major footwear company has launched a flagship outlet featuring LED screens.
Wednesday, 5th November 2008 - full story

World's third largest observation wheel to get LED lights

An Australian observation wheel adorned with LED lights is expected to boost tourism.
Tuesday, 4th November 2008 - full story

LED boards installed in Barcelona Airport

Barcelona Airport has recently installed five billboards which feature LED lights.
Tuesday, 4th November 2008 - full story

LED lights create moonlight effect

A recent outdoor art project in New York used LED lights to cast a moonlit effect over running water.
Tuesday, 4th November 2008 - full story

LED lights becoming 'more popular' in homes

Householders are increasingly likely to install LED lights in their homes.
Monday, 3rd November 2008 - full story

Film festival gets LED screens

LED screens have been installed at an international film event in order to boost advertising revenue.
Monday, 3rd November 2008 - full story