5 Cool AV Products to Use at Trade Shows This Fall
August 28, 2019
Aria AV, a national full-service audiovisual company, launched a new Las Vegas warehouse earlier this month. Located at 4460 West Reno, the facility is near many of the city’s major event venues. In addition to its full range of AV equipment—including products like Be Matrix LED tiles, Samsung monitors and touchscreens, and Apple technology—Aria has debuted new items like quick-set kiosks, counters and chairs for events.
“For the last eight years, we have been traveling frequently to Las Vegas for events. Our enhanced production facilities in Vegas will allow us to further our goal [of having] the best customer service in the rental industry, bar none,” said Niraj Jain, CEO of Aria AV.
The Las Vegas facility will operate utilizing Flex Rental Solutions ERP, as it does at its Chicago headquarters, with mirrored inventory as well. Take a look at five of the hottest products in AV rentals right now, according to Jain, that are all available through Aria AV.
LED Tiles
Fast facts:
- 2.6 MM pixels
- Configurable up to 100 feet long
- Cubes designs also available
- Run true 4K content
LED video walls have grown in popularity over the last five years. As display sizes grow, exhibitors are looking for new ways to stand out from their competitors on the showfloor. This year has seen some innovative designs at conventions nationally. Corner tiles and cubes offer companies a unique display while maximizing your booth space. They are a great way to increase messaging square footage without renting additional floor space.
Interactive Touch Tables
Fast facts:
- 55-inch 4K touchscreens
- Ideal for wayfinding
- I7 mini PC concealed in casing
- Sleek Design for Events
With a sleek design, interactive touch tables are becoming popular as way finders at events. Allowing dynamic content to be overlaid over local user-specific content, touch tables are an upgrade from traditional poster boards or static digital signage. Integrated PCS offer easy Internet access for dual-purpose solutions and custom APPS. Tables are now readily used in both flat and angled configurations.
Turnkey Wi-Fi
Fast facts:
- Available for up to 1,000 users
- Reduce your venue Internet access by thousands
- Fast, reliable connectivity
- Custom splash pages available
- Back-end monitoring system
Attendees expect fast, reliable Internet. Aria’s Wi-Fi technology is quick, portable, reliable and cost effective, and comes with a user-friendly uptime management tool. Recently, clients have added splash pages for giveaways, messaging, reminders and tracking.
28” Surface Studio
Fast facts:
- Touchscreen
- Fast i7 processor with 32GB Ram
- Windows 10 Pro OS
- This is an upgrade from your standard all-in-one computer. Its sleek design and thin body are a perfect fit for planners looking for a modern look at their event. The flexibility of the base and wide swivel angles also make the Surface Studios ideal for registration and event check-in desks.
Custom Kiosks
Fast facts:
- Easy setup
- Available in bulk
- Packed with LED screens
- Customizable
Quick-set kiosks save exhibitors labor and setup time on-site. The Aria custom kiosks have an average setup up time of 20 minutes. By coupling 43- to 55-inch LEDs with the kiosk, you can save considerable drayage costs. All units have header space for custom branding and graphics. In addition, pre-made cabinet space is designed for laptops or mini computers.
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Partner Voices
MGM Resorts is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture, not just among employees and guests but also within its supply chain. The company prioritizes procuring goods and services from businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ individuals and those facing economic disadvantages. This commitment is integral to MGM Resorts' global procurement strategy.
Through its voluntary supplier diversity program, MGM Resorts actively identifies and connects certified diverse-owned suppliers to opportunities within its supply chain. The company is on track to spend at least 15% of its biddable procurement with diverse-owned businesses by 2025, demonstrating that supplier diversity is not only a social responsibility but also a strategic business imperative.
Supplier diversity isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s good for business. A diverse supply chain allows access to a broader range of perspectives and experience, helping to drive innovation, entrepreneurship and resilience, while strengthening communities. At MGM Resorts, engaging diverse suppliers ensures best-in-class experiences for guests and clients. Supplier diversity ensures a more resilient supply chain while supporting economic development in the communities in which it operates.
The impact of MGM Resorts' supplier diversity initiatives is significant. In 2023, these efforts supported over 3,500 jobs across more than 30 states, contributed over $214 million in income for diverse-owned businesses and generated more than $62 million in tax revenue. The story extends beyond the numbers – it reflects the tangible benefits brought to small and diverse-owned businesses, fostering economic empowerment in their communities.
MGM Resorts also supports the development and business skills of diverse-owned businesses through investment, mentorship and education. Through the MGM Resorts Supplier Diversity Mentorship Program, the company identifies, mentors and develops diverse-owned businesses to fill its future pipeline, while providing businesses with tools and resources to empower and uplift. Since 2017, the program has successfully graduated 105 diverse-owned businesses and is on track to achieve its goal of 150 graduates by 2025.
MGM Resorts’ commitment to supplier diversity not only enhances its business operations but also plays a crucial role in uplifting communities and fostering economic development. This approach reinforces the idea that diversity is a powerful driver of innovation and resilience, benefiting both the company and the wider community.
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