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Exhibition power is notorious. You’re often charged hundreds per day, per socket—and that’s usually capped at a modest wattage. For small stands that just need to run a screen, a few lights, and laptop chargers, a large battery power station (think Anker-style “battery generator”) can be a smarter, quieter, and often cheaper alternative. At AVE […]
Planning a show-stopping screen for your next event? LED video walls deliver crisp visuals in bright rooms and look superb on camera—but what do they actually cost to hire in the UK in 2025? This guide gives you quick ballpark figures, what drives the price up or down, and ready-made example packages you can use […]
If you’re dreaming of vows beneath the trees, fairy lights through the branches, and music drifting across the clearing, there’s just one practical snag: power. Woodland weddings-like the magical ceremonies and celebrations at Wasing Park—often take place far from traditional sockets. That’s where our portable power station comes in. At AVE Services, we run off-grid […]
Client: Friends of the Elderly (Friends Place, Calcot)Occasion: Official opening by Her Royal Highness The Princess RoyalOur role: Supply, set up, and hand over a Digital Lectern Where we fit in AVE Services provided a Digital Lectern for the speeches. We delivered, positioned and tested the lectern with the organiser, confirmed the content looked right […]
A practical guide to help you choose the right projector for your event, based on four of our most‑hired Epson models. We’ll cover throw distance, room brightness, rear‑projection penalties, lens choices, screen size vs. image brightness, and handy on‑board features. Quick answer Small rooms / tight spaces / short throw: Epson EB‑L200SW Ultra Short – […]
If you’re planning a talk, panel, or all-hands and you’ve got AV hire, PA system setup, and wireless microphone options on the table, one question always pops up: Which mic should we choose—lapel, headset, or handheld? Short answer: it depends on the presenter, the room, and the format. Long answer: let’s break down the pros […]
Bring big ideas to life with a bright, modular LED videowall that looks great in the room and on camera. At AVE Services we supply and operate Absen 3.9mm LED panels driven by NovaStar processors, creating crisp displays for exhibitions, conferences, award shows, school presentations, and graduation ceremonies. Why choose an LED videowall? High impact […]
Contact us today for your Conference Staging requirements 01635 899551 – [email protected] When people hear “conference staging,” they picture a rectangle, a lectern, and a screen. Useful? Sure. Memorable? Not always. The right conference staging turns a schedule of talks into a show with rhythm—smooth walk-ons, crisp handovers, clear sightlines, and a stage platform that […]
TL;DR: Presentations: PCs edge it for PowerPoint and corporate compatibility. Playback & audio: Macs are rock-solid for QLab, Dante, and pro media workflows. Video switchers & capture: Both work—PC offers broader driver support (capture cards, vMix), Mac offers stability with fewer variables. HDCP & adapters: Macs can be fussier about HDCP handshakes and dongles; PCs […]
When we spec brackets and stands for rental screens and projectors, we look for three things: stability, predictable setup, and parts we can source quickly when a job changes late in the day. Unicol tends to meet those criteria, which is why it regularly appears in our kits—but it’s not the only option, and it […]
A Smarter Hybrid Conference Rig That Thinks For Itself Hybrid meetings shouldn’t feel like a compromise. At AVE Services, we’ve built a portable rack that brings broadcast-grade audio and video into boardrooms and town halls with minimal fuss: 10 microphones, 4 NDI® PTZ cameras, a Biamp Tesira DSP at the core, and Dante® to move […]
When a room needs reliable relay screens down the sides, a stage projector at the back, or a long throw to a tech table, we often build the video backbone on SDI (Serial Digital Interface). It’s the broadcast standard for moving uncompressed video over long distances with locking connectors and rock-solid signal integrity—ideal for conferences […]
Network Device Interface (NDI) lets us move high-quality video and audio over standard Ethernet. Instead of long copper video runs and stacks of converters, we push clean feeds around the venue on a managed network—fast to deploy, easy to route, and simple to scale. The backbone: 10 Gb fibre between FOH and stage Our control world […]
Since 2019, AVE Services has partnered with the Health & Beauty Association (H&BA) to deliver their annual conference. What began as an audience of around 60 has grown to well over 100, and we’ve been proud to scale production each year while keeping the experience clear, reliable and engaging. For context, the H&BA is a […]
When it comes to professional presentations, conferences, or corporate events, the right lectern can make all the difference. At AVE Services, we offer a range of lecterns for hire — from classic wooden and aluminium lecterns to fully interactive digital lecterns with screens. Whether you’re planning a business seminar, an awards ceremony, or even a […]
We were delighted to provide full event production and AV hire for Forest Research at Alice Holt Forest, their protected research area on the Hampshire/Surrey border. The event brought employees together for a day of networking, presentations, and interactive games in a truly unique setting. Hosting the event in the beautiful surroundings of Alice Holt […]
Event production 2026 Are you already thinking about your corporate events, conferences, or product launches in 2026? You’re not alone! More businesses than ever are planning ahead to secure the best venues, the latest AV technology, and trusted partners to bring their ideas to life. At AVE Services, we’re here to make planning your 2026 […]
At AVE Services, we love helping our clients bring their visions to life, and our recent project at the iconic Soho Farmhouse in Chipping Norton was the perfect example of teamwork, creativity, and technical expertise coming together. Our client approached us with a clear goal: they wanted their company logo displayed in a bold, impactful […]
