Sal Carrabba, founder and president of Salamander Designs, says luxury seating and cabinetry represent a huge profit opportunity for integrators. The company has also expanded its commercial lines of mobile stands, touch mounts and wall mounts.
Jason Knott
Jason Knott is Data Solutions Architect and Evangelist for D-Tools. He is the former Editor-in-Chief of CE Pro. He can be reached at [email protected].
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CE Pro Video Q&A: Stewart Filmscreen on Best Applications for Ambient Light-Rejecting Screens
Shannon Townley, president and CEO of Stewart Filmscreen, says the company’s new Phantom High-Ambient Light-Rejecting (HALR) screen is well suited for movie-watching and particularly gaming applications in multipurpose rooms.
CE Pro Video Q&A: SCP Branches Out Into New Product Categories
Structured Cable Products (SCP) diversifies into A/V switching with Pulse 8 and architectural speakers with Current Audio with goal of being one-stop shop for integrators.
Can 4K Signal Distribution’s ‘Black Hole’ Be Solved?
Integrators at CI Expo in Oakland learn there is a ‘Black Hole’ between 16 feet and 35 feet in terms of cost effectiveness between copper and fiber to distribute signal 4K content.
Stop Leaving $ on the Table: Ask This ONE Key Question on Every Project
Customers are often unaware of powered lifts and media concealment devices. What are four key triggers to identify in a home that should spur you to ask about hiding the electronics (and doubling your profit).
CE Pro Video Q&A: RIVA Audio Founder Rikki Farr Talks Beatles, Pink Floyd, Eric Clapton, Bob Marley
Rikki Farr tells how a chance encounter with John Lennon led to a lifelong career in audio working with Rod Stewart, Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood, Pink Floyd, Bob Marley and others. It eventually to the creation of RIVA Audio wireless multiroom audio system.
CE Pro Video Q&A: WAVE Electronics Outlines Big Plans for Elura Speaker Line
Distributors WAVE Electronics plans to add more speakers to the premium Elura line, as well as a soundbar and subwoofer. High-margin Elura house brand maintains has protected distribution for dealers.
CE Pro Video Q&A: How ADT Dealer Program Keeps Growing After 20 Years
ADT Dealer Program allows members pricing flexibility (up or down) in installation as well as for monthly monitoring fees. Also, adding partners like Nest and Ring, along with electronic contracts, have bolstered dealer base.
Large Utah Integrator Rebrands to Target Smart Home Market
AMP Security has announced a new name — AMP Smart — and unveiled a new home automation package using Qolsys equipment and Alarm.com service.
CE Pro Video Q&A: What’s the Buzz about August Home?
Mike Buckingham, director of August Home, explains the feature set of the August Smart Lock, including Amazon Echo and Nest compatibility and the Apple HomeKit chip. He also discusses the benefits for integrators from the new August Pro Division.
TiVo BOLT+ with 4K Stands Out at CEDIA
The new TiVo BOLT+, with 4K compatibility, is ideal for custom installation customers, with three times the recording capacity, six tuners, and a new, black chassis.
‘Refreshing’ Business Model Takes Off with Millennials, Realtors
Refresh Smart Home displays installation prices for packages of equipment based around Nest for ‘Healthy Homes,’ ‘Secure Homes’ and ‘Energy-Efficient Homes.’
