Thornton Community Center and Anythink Library

Thornton Community Center AV System

Thornton, CO Located just north of Denver, Colorado, the City of Thornton is experiencing explosive growth. This created a need for a new community center to provide expanded services and unique amenities, including a state-of-the-art video conference room, study spaces, a 3D creation lab, a multipurpose room for various classes, indoor basketball courts, and a … 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

Changing Communication and Security with IP-Based Paging and Intercom Systems 

Professional AV equipment setup including display screens and control systems by Ford AV

In a world where security and communication are paramount, IP-based paging and intercom systems have become indispensable. These systems—also known as Mass Communication Systems or Emergency Communication Systems (ECS)—allow organizations to achieve instant, clear communication across various facilities, whether it’s for daily tasks or emergencies. By integrating voice, data, and visual paging on one secure … Read more

William P. Hobby Airport

Airport AV and Paging System

Houston, TX William P. Hobby Airport’s (HOU) significant growth has created the need for a new international terminal to facilitate increasing demands for overseas travel. The multiplying throngs of travelers will reply on the airport’s new advanced paging system to get to the right terminal and stay aware of any changes to their flight, even … Read more

Harry Reid International Airport

Harry Reid International Airport

Las Vegas, NV Newly integrated public address systems for the new Terminal D Northwest Wing and the new Terminal C Gates Security Screening Area make traveling easier. Features Participants Owner: Clark County Architect: PGAL Consultant: Coffeen Fricke & Associates General Contractor: Perini Building Company AV Contractor: Ford Audio-Video Systems Partner with America’s Leading AV Technology Company

Orlando International Airport

Ford AV digital signage installation showcasing interactive technology in modern office environment

With over 20 million annual passengers, the Orlando International Airport is the 7th busiest in the U.S. To help manage increased travel demand, an international terminal was constructed with state-of-the art AV technology. Features Participants Owner: City of Orlando Architects: Fentress Architects with HNTB General Contractor: Turner / Kiewit (joint venture) Hensel Phelps AV Contractor: … Read more

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

Austin Bergstrom International Airport featuring Ford AV advanced audiovisual solutions in terminal

Austin, TX Austin-Bergstrom International Airport opened a 9-terminal, 175,000 SF, expansion to meet increased visitor traffic. The facility requires a digital signage and PA system to inform and direct guests throughout the terminal. Features Participants Owner: City of Austin Department of Aviation General Contractor: Hensel Phelps Consultant: BAi, LLC AV Contractor: Ford Audio-Video Systems Partner … Read more

Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport

Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA) with advanced AV displays and modern infrastructure

Bentonville, AR Built in 1998 to facilitate the rapid growth in northwest Arkansas, Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport hosts over 1 million passengers each year. In 2010, the airport completed construction of a new concourse that added 51,000 SF to the facility. Ford AV was hired to integrate a new system into the airport to accommodate … Read more

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport terminal with modern digital signage and passenger flow

Arlington, Virginia First opened in 1941, Reagan National Airport (DCA) now serves more than 23 million passengers per year. The airport commissioned a $650 million modernization, adding a 14-gate concourse, expanding security screening areas, and enhancing shopping and dining options for ticketed passengers. The expansion includes a new airport-wide, audio-over-IP, public address system. Features Participants … Read more

DFW International Airport – Duty Free Store

DFW Duty Free Store 1

Grapevine, Texas DFW International Airport opened the largest duty-free store in the Americas. The two-level experience that spans nearly 17,000 SF and offers world-class shopping, VIP services and cutting-edge technology and for both domestic and international travelers. Features Participants Owner: TRG Duty Free Joint Venture Architects: NCA Partners Architecture General Contractor: Azteca Consultant: SmartDesign Group … Read more