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What size screen is best for exhibition stands?

Exhibition booth with display panels and lighting setup at a tech conference, featuring the Czech Space Office.

If you’re planning a smaller shell scheme stand, it’s tempting to think “bigger is better.” But when you’re working with 2–3 m walls and tight aisles, an 85″ screen can be the wrong tool for the job. In most cases, a 50″ screen hire is the sweet spot for exhibition screen rental on compact stands—giving […]

Venue Spotlight: Berkshire Shooting School (Purdey)

AVE Services van parked on a grassy field with outdoor event structures, ready for event production setup.

Planning a corporate day or private event in Berkshire? The Berkshire Shooting School, part of Purdey, offers a refined countryside setting with expert instructors, premium facilities, and plenty of space for hosted experiences. Whether you’re welcoming clients, rewarding a team, or fundraising, this venue brings a distinctive twist to a typical gathering — and we’ll […]

Intimate Speech & Showcase at COYA London, Mayfair

Elegant venue exterior at night, featuring illuminated windows suitable for corporate events or conferences.

Overview We supported a focused speech and cultural showcase at COYA London in Mayfair. The brief called for clear speech reinforcement, a sharp display for visuals, and discreet, unobtrusive kit to suit the venue’s intimate setting. The Brief Provide a large format display for brand content and supporting media. Ensure crisp, reliable audio for speeches […]

n2O Christmas Conference & Party at Monkey Island Estate, Windsor

Large LED screen displaying N2O's Christmas Chronicles in a dimly lit event room. AV equipment visible in foreground.

Overview We partnered with n2O to deliver a crisp, modern AV package for their Christmas conference and party at the beautiful Monkey Island Estate in Windsor. With wintry conditions (think fresh snow and sub‑zero load‑ins!), our team ensured the day flowed smoothly from daytime content to evening celebrations. The Brief Support a daytime conference with […]

Indoor & Outdoor Fairy Lights Hire

String lights draped across wooden vaulted ceiling in event space, creating ambiance for a festive occasion or wedding reception.

Create a warm, magical atmosphere with indoor and outdoor fairy lights from AVE Services. From wedding receptions and garden parties to Christmas markets and winter balls, our connectable LED strings, curtains and nets make spaces glow—beautifully and reliably. About the kit Warm white LEDs (≈2700–3000K) for a cosy, flattering look on skin tones and décor. […]

Equinox Gigabar FX1 Now Available to Hire

Lighting rig featuring moving head lights and LED spotlights, ideal for stage performances and event lighting setups.

We’ve added the Equinox Gigabar FX1 to our hire stock — an all-in-one 5-in-1 lighting bar that covers a room with dynamic effects from a single, quick-to-set rig. Ideal for DJs, parties, and compact live setups. About the kit The Gigabar FX1 combines PAR, moving head, derby, strobe, and laser into one bar, giving you […]

We’ve added the Wolfmix W1 DMX Controller to our hire stock

Audio mixing console with colored pads and control knobs, used for sound management at live events.

If you’ve been asking for a compact, performance-ready lighting controller that’s built for live hands-on work, good news: the Wolfmix W1 is now available from AVE Services. About the kit The Wolfmix W1 is a standalone DMX lighting controller designed for fast, tactile programming without a laptop. It’s ideal when you need to build looks […]

Hybrid board & town-hall meetings for councils

Conference room setup for live streaming featuring video camera, audio mixer, and green-covered tables at an event venue.

Secure, simple, and inclusive Local government runs on trust. Good meetings help you build that trust—with councillors, officers, and residents. Hybrid meetings let people join in the room or from home. Done well, they are secure, clear, and easy to follow. What is a hybrid meeting? A hybrid meeting has people in the room and […]

Results calls & webcasts: how finance teams avoid dropouts at 08:00

Crowd gathered under dramatic event lighting, creating long shadows on a spacious stage, suitable for conferences or public events.

An 08:00 (UK) results call or earnings webcast is perfect for market timing—but it’s also when networks are busy and small hiccups become big headlines. Here’s a simple guide to keep your investor relations webcast reliable, clear and on time. Why 08:00 can go wrong Busy networks: Everyone’s logging on at once. Tight schedules: Analysts […]

Investor Day playbook: staging, sightlines, and streaming that wins analysts over

Large display screen showing CrowdStrike IPO Day Celebration in an office setup with red balloons and AV equipment.

Why this matters Investor Days are trust engines. Analysts judge clarity, reliability, and how well you evidence the story. This playbook keeps focus on what they actually need to see and hear—without surprises. 1) Define the narrative first Decide what you want analysts to conclude before you choose kit. One story arc: strategy → proof […]

AGMs without drama: the AV checklist UK company secretaries actually use

AGM logo with Annual General Meeting in blue text, suitable for corporate event branding and conference materials.

Why this matters AGMs are high-stakes: legal obligations, voting accuracy, and a mixed audience of investors, media, and employees. The tech must be boringly reliable. Use this field-tested checklist to keep the day calm—whether in-room, hybrid, or fully streamed. 1) Room & stage: set clarity first Good sightlines, clean audio, and readable screens do more […]

Projector Screen Hire; 170″ 16:10 Fast Fold at Regency Park, Thatcham

Rows of chairs face a large, blank projection screen in a conference room setup, ready for a corporate presentation.

This week our team delivered and set up a 170″ (16:10) Fast Fold projector screen for a conference at Regency Park Hotel in Thatcham. As a regular AV partner for the venue, we know the rooms well, which helps us plan clean sightlines and quick turnarounds. The Projector Screen Setup Screen size: 170″ diagonal, 12ft […]

Stage Hire at Green Park Conference Centre, Reading

Small indoor stage setup with black skirts in a conference room, featuring steps for speaker access, suitable for corporate events.

When our client in Reading booked the “Conference Centre” at Green Park Conference Centre for a charity fundraiser, they needed a smart, compact stage solution that would suit speeches, presentations and photo moments without taking over the room. Our team supplied and installed a 3m x 2m stage, built from our 1m x 1m modular […]

Directional Speakers for Equestrian Training & Shows

Steel truss with mounted loudspeakers set up outdoors against a brick wall, under a clear sky for an outdoor event.

Cover rings, fields and barns with calm, intelligible audio—without unsettling the horses. Running commentary, safety messages and timely ring calls are critical at equestrian events, but so is keeping noise controlled around sensitive areas like warm‑up rings and stables. This guide explains how we design outdoor PA that’s clear where you need it and quiet […]

Christmas Party AV Hire

Gobo Christmas

December sneaks up and suddenly you’re hunting for speakers, lights and “something Christmassy” that isn’t a Santa hat. If that’s you, welcome — this is a practical, no‑nonsense guide from a team who spend every festive season in hotels, offices and marquees helping parties sound great and look magical. The vibe comes first (then the […]

RC Car Event: Off‑Grid Power + Battery PA System (Case Study)

AVE Services van parked near a barn, with a toy truck navigating a muddy puddle in the foreground.

Outdoor motorsport meets quiet, reliable tech. Here’s how we kept an RC car race day running completely off‑grid—charging lithium batteries and handling race control announcements—all without a generator. The Brief An RC car club needed two things for a day‑long outdoor event: Off‑grid event power to charge teams’ lithium battery packs throughout the day. Clear, […]

Do you really need subwoofers?

Stage lighting and LED wall with heart graphics set up for a corporate event at an indoor venue.

Many corporate event planners tell us, “It’s not a party—do we really need subs?” We get it. Subwoofers are often associated with nightclubs and festivals. But in business settings—product launches, award shows, conferences, and even subtle background music—subwoofers are a quiet hero. They don’t make things “boomier”; they make things clearer, warmer, and more professional. […]

Why We Use Neutrik TRUE1 Instead of Standard 13A British Plugs

In live events, reliability and safety aren’t “nice-to-haves”—they’re non-negotiable. That’s why our rental stock and in-house builds standardise on Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 (often seen as TRUE1 / TRUE1 TOP) rather than domestic 13A BS1363 plugs. Below is a plain-English breakdown of the benefits, plus when and where TRUE1 makes a real difference on site. Quick […]

Different Size Screens: What Audience Size Are They Best For?

50" screen hire with stand, hotel venue

Choosing the right screen size can make or break visibility in a meeting room, conference, or live event. Below is a practical guide for LCD Screen Hire (32″–86″) with typical audience sizes and recommended viewing distances. We’ll also cover how to use relay screens alongside LED videowalls and projection for bigger rooms. The quick answer […]

The Benefits of a Wireless, Battery-Powered PA System for Live Events

Professional-grade PA speaker for event sound production, featuring a robust black grille and versatile connectivity options.

If your event covers a lot of ground—or needs to stay tidy and trip-free—a wireless PA system is a game-changer. At AVE Services we pair JTS wireless TX/RX packs with battery speakers (including the EV EVERSE 8). The RX can be powered from the speaker’s DC out, so we don’t need a single mains run […]