Education

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

Emergency Communication System

Organizations need a fast, reliable mass notification system in critical moments and emergency situations. Ford AV designs and integrates cutting-edge, AV-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

Cy-Fair 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

Advancing Education and Learning Audio Visual Upgrades

University of Texas UT at Arlington

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

University of Nevada – Las Vegas Hospitality Hall

UNLV Teaching Kitchen

Las Vegas, NV UNLV’s Harrah College of Hospitality found a place to call home in Hospitality Hall, the new state-of-the-art academic hub for the next generation of industry leaders. The facility features 93,500 SF of learning, meeting and office space as well as a state-of-the-art kitchen. Features Participants Owner: State of Nevada – Department of … Read more

Texas A&M University ILSQ Building

Texas A&M ILSQ Building

College Station, TX The new ILSQ building houses more than 30 labs and interdisciplinary studio spaces meant to enhance science, art, and architecture on the Texas A&M campus. Features Participants Owner: Texas A&M University Consultant: 4b Technologies AV Contractor: Ford Audio-Video Systems Ford AV has deployed thousands of custom solutions for schools across the U.S. … Read more

University of Texas Basketball & Rowing

UT Basketball and Rowing Facility

Austin, TX Completed in 2022, this state-of-the-art facility features two full-size practice courts, strength and conditioning centers, coaches’ offices, nutrition stations, sports medicine, erg rooms, and more! Features Participants Owner: UT Austin, Athletics General Contractor: AECOM Hunt AV Contractor: Ford Audio-Video Systems Ford AV has deployed thousands of custom solutions for schools across the U.S. … Read more

Innovation in Medical Simulation

Imagine practicing a complex surgical procedure on a high-fidelity mannequin before ever setting foot in a real operating room. Or navigating a critical care scenario with a simulated patient, honing your decision-making skills under pressure. This is the power of medical simulation, a rapidly evolving field transforming healthcare education and practice. Ford AV partners with … Read more

LG Commercial Displays and Direct View LED Displays: Enhance Your Message with Size and Color

LG Large Format Direct-View LED Display Solutions

LG’s Direct View LED Signage solutions are designed to create engaging viewer experiences both indoors and outdoors. With vivid colors, sharp images, and a wide variety of features, LG DVLED captures the attention of your audience and conveys your message effectively. Whether it’s in a busy shopping center, stadium, airport, conference room, or corporate lobby, … Read more