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Penn State University Higher Education AV

Education AV System at Penn State University

University Park, Pennsylvania Penn State University elevated its learning environments with higher education AV design and scalable hybrid collaboration technologies. Ford AV partnered with the university to deliver comprehensive audiovisual integration across two major facilities: the College of Engineering’s new five-story Engineering Classroom Building and the Susan Welch Liberal Arts Building. These projects represent a coordinated effort in school and classroom AV systems that support modern pedagogy, research, and … Read more

LG CreateBoard Gen 2: Smart Collaboration Made Simple

LG CreateBoard Gen 2: Smart Collaboration Made Simple As classrooms, campuses, and business enterprise environments evolve, organizations need solutions that combine intuitive interactivity, connectivity, and enterprise-grade support. That’s why the LG CreateBoard Gen 2 stands out—it delivers all three. With Ford AV’s expertise in designing, integrating, and supporting audiovisual systems nationwide, these boards become a … Read more

Multi-Site Streaming & Connectivity: AV Solutions Across All Your Locations

Amazing Facts Multi Site Worship Streaming

Organizations are no longer confined to a single location. Businesses, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, government agencies, and houses of worship need real-time communication and consistent audiovisual experiences across multiple campuses to stay efficient, collaborative, and engaged. At Ford AV, we enable synchronized AV experiences through multi-site streaming and connectivity solutions. Why Multi-Site Streaming Matters Imagine … Read more

Mass Communication Systems: When Seconds Count…Minutes Won’t Do

Mass Communication System AV Integration by Ford AV

At Ford AV, we understand that lives depend on how quickly and clearly you can reach every person in your building. Our MNS solutions combine technology, experience, and strategy to ensure your people are informed, wherever they are. When every second counts, an integrated MNS that needed to ensure your message reaches everyone—loud, clear, and … Read more

Creating Distance & Remote Learning Opportunities with Ford AV

AV systems are improving how educators and students connect, learn, and collaborate with distance and remote learning solutions. Online lectures, hybrid classrooms, and virtual labs have become integral to academic programs. Institutions need a technology partner that understands both the pedagogical vision and the technical challenges of remote education. Ford AV combines deep industry expertise … Read more

What Makes a Mass Notification System Effective? A Guide to AV-Driven Alerts

Organizations need a fast, reliable mass notification system in critical moments and emergency situations. Ford AV designs and integrates cutting-edge, AI-driven mass notification systems to enhance emergency communication across enterprise, education, and public safety sectors. By leveraging your existing AV infrastructure, you can create a holistic emergency communications network to ensure every alert lands where … Read more

Cy-Fair Ken Pridgeon Stadium

Cypress, TX Cy-Fair ISD’s Ken Pridgeon Stadium serves as a central hub for athletic and community events. In early 2021, during the Deep Freeze that swept through Texas, a sprinkler pipe in the stadium’s press box burst, pouring water directly onto the AV rack and destroying the audio and video equipment. With football season approaching … Read more

Why Use AV Technology in Learning Environments?

1 Beyond i20 used for Presenter Tracking

When considering how new teaching methods impact the AV technology used in classrooms or other learning environments, it’s helpful to focus on why the technology needs to be used to communicate the material in the first place. First, knowing the why helps bring the value of using technology into focus. Second, knowing why helps facilitate … Read more

Advancing Education and Learning Audio Visual Upgrades

Educational institutions are reimagining the way they teach and learn. With evolving technology and diverse student needs, schools and universities are embracing advanced audiovisual systems to create interactive, engaging, and future-ready environments. Transforming Schools and Learning Spaces with AV Interactive Displays & Smart Boards Lecture Capture & Distance Learning As higher educational models shift toward … Read more

How Smart Security Cameras and Integrated Systems Are Changing School Safety

As schools evolve in response to emerging safety challenges, technology plays an increasingly vital role in protecting students, staff, and faculty. An integrated approach to school safety—combining advanced security cameras, access control, and other systems—can improve how schools protect their communities. Explore the key components of modern school security and share real-world examples to help … Read more