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Jun 12, 2019

Planar Expand Award-Winning Clarity Matrix LCD Video Wall System at InfoComm 2019

ORLANDO, Fla., June 12, 2019 – Today, Planar, global leaders in visualization products, unveiled new models to the award-winning Clarity® Matrix® LCD Video Wall System line at InfoComm 2019, reinforcing the company’s commitment to industry-leading innovation in the LCD video wall market. The expanded Clarity® Matrix® G3 LCD Video Wall System product line now includes 55-inch models with sub-1 millimeter bezels and enhanced visual performance, as well as 65-inch models featuring Ultra HD resolution (3840x2160), unmatched pixel density and larger uninterrupted viewing area. “The latest additions to the Clarity Matrix G3 line provide customers, in the; More…
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Jun 12, 2019

Planar Showcases Broadest Selection of LED Display Solutions at InfoComm 2019

ORLANDO, Fla., June 12, 2019 – Today, Planar, global leaders in visualization products, demonstrated ongoing leadership in the LED display market by showcasing their widest range of award-winning LED display solutions, including the new Planar® TVF Complete™, along with other display innovations, at the Planar InfoComm 2019 booth #3143. “Our comprehensive portfolio of cutting-edge LED display solutions offers something for every customer, including those looking for a more plug and play experience,” said Steve Seminario, vice president of product marketing at Planar. “The new Planar TVF Complete is a seamless high resolution LED display family; More…
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May 29, 2019

Planar Announce Next-Generation Planar LookThru Transparent OLED Display

PORTLAND, Ore, May 29, 2019 – Planar, global leaders in visualization products, today announced the next-generation Planar® LookThru™ Transparent OLED Display, which leverages the latest in transparent organic light-emitting diode (OLED) technology to provide a self-emitting transparent display for true see-through installations without the need for backlighting or enclosures. The new Planar LookThru display builds on the frameless glass design of the original version, enabling customers to overlay digital content and imagery over actual objects to create unique, eye-catching installations. Suitable both as a standalone product and for tiled; More…
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Apr 08, 2019

Planar Showcases Their Most Comprehensive Portfolio of Broadcast Solutions at NAB 2019

LAS VEGAS, April 8, 2019 – Today at the 2019 National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show, Planar, global leader in visualization products, announced the addition of a new fine pixel pitch model to its popular Planar® TVF Series, offering the broadcast industry exceptionally sharp, clear display images—even at close-up viewing distances. Planar will showcase a variety of cutting-edge displays at NAB 2019 including a stunning 8K video wall, on-camera display solutions with advancements in color definition and image quality, as well as an innovative studio solution with LED flooring. “These offerings represent our most extensive set of solutions for; More…
Apr 02, 2019

Leyard Appoints Thorsten Lipp to Lead Leyard Europe

Reutlingen, Germany, 3 April 2019 – Leyard, a global leader in visualization products, today announced that Thorsten Lipp has been appointed Chief Operating Officer and is also serving as acting Chief Executive Officer of Leyard Europe and its companies, Planar, eyevis and Teracue. Lipp joined the company in November 2018 as COO of Leyard Europe. He recently was tapped to also act as interim CEO of Leyard Europe. Prior, Lipp served as a member of the executive board of Production Resource Group Germany (PRG AG), the world’s leading supplier of technology and services for live events and entertainment. He was responsible for the corporate events and; More…
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Mar 26, 2019

Planar to Showcase Latest Display Technologies at Digital Signage Expo 2019

Las Vegas, March 27, 2019 – Today, Planar, global leaders in visualization products, announced the industry-leading display technologies they will demonstrate at booth #1822 at the 2019 Digital Signage Expo (DSE), March 27-28. In addition, company Vice President of Research and Development, Samantha Phenix, will join a panel discussion focused on the future of display technologies at the event. “We are delighted to demonstrate our latest fine pitch and standard pitch LED video walls, and best-in-class LCD solutions at DSE 2019,” said Steve Seminario, vice president of product marketing, Planar. “Planar has a long history of innovating to meet the; More…
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Mar 19, 2019

Portland Timbers, Portland Thorns FC Choose Planar LED Video Screens Powered by Lighthouse for Installation at Providence Park

PORTLAND, Ore., Mar. 20, 2019 – Planar, global leaders in visualization products, today announced that the Portland Timbers and Portland Thorns FC professional soccer clubs have selected Planar and Lighthouse Technologies Ltd., for five video screens in their transformed Providence Park stadium in downtown Portland. The installation is the first resulting from the new partnership between Planar and Lighthouse formed in late 2018. The installation encompasses five video screens aimed at heightening the fan experience when Providence Park re-opens this summer, highlighted by a signature new LED board/scoreboard behind the south goal that features more; More…
Mar 07, 2019

Planar to Serve as Exclusive Digital Signage Sponsor of Jumpstart 2019

PORTLAND, Ore. – Planar, global leaders in visualization products, announced the companies will serve as the premier sponsor of Jumpstart 2019, starting with the Lessons in Strategy workshop taking place March 11-13 in Dallas, Texas. Jumpstart 2019 Lessons in Strategy workshop is a two-day team learning experience designed for owners, partners, management and the next generation of leaders in live events technology and services. Attendees will learn how to express company goals in strategic terms that everyone can understand, tie business strategy to financial results and develop strategic thinking skills that can be applied to their business. The; More…
Feb 20, 2019

Planar Announces Expansion of Sports and Entertainment Division

PORTLAND, Ore., Feb. 20, 2019 - Planar, global leaders in visualization products, are pleased to announce that industry experts, Barry Belsky and Jon Holvey, have joined the companies’ growing Sports and Entertainment division.   Senior Solutions Manager, Barry Belsky, joins Planar with more than 25 years of experience in the display industry. Most recently serving as a senior project manager for Panasonic, Belsky has worked on some of the largest traditional LED screen projects in the United States, including Texas Motor Speedway, Churchill Downs and Lincoln Financial Field. Prior to his time at Panasonic, Belsky devoted 16 years to the sign; More…
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Feb 04, 2019

Planar To Showcase Latest Display Technologies at ISE 2019

AMSTERDAM, 4 February, 2019 – Today, Planar, a global leader in visualization products, announced the vast array of industry-leading display technologies it will showcase at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2019 this week in Amsterdam. This marks the first time Planar, eyevis and Teracue, are attending ISE together, demonstrating its comprehensive portfolio of LED, LCD, rear projection and image processing solutions.   “We are extremely proud to showcase our wide portfolio of display solutions from Planar, eyevis and Teracue to the European AV community,” said Thorsten Lipp, general manager for Planar EMEA. “The combined expertise and industry; More…