Chief Debuts Extra Large Flat Panel Cart

Chief is rolling out a cart designed for extra large displays. Dubbed the FUSION Mobile Solution for Extra Large Screens, the new rolling cart has the capability of making HDTVs and Digital Signage displays from 90 and 105 inches mobile. The universal bracket design matches multiple display patterns and holds up to 500 pounds (226.8 […]

Chief Debuts Extra Large Flat Panel Cart

New FUSION Series Carts Combine Sleek Aesthetics and User-Friendly Features

Chief is now shipping its new FUSION Series carts in North America. The design updates include flexible cable covers to allow access at any point along the column while concealing cables for a clean installation. A turn knob lets a single user smoothly raise and lower the screen to any height between 50 and 70 […]

New FUSION Series Carts Combine Sleek Aesthetics and User-Friendly Features

Chief Announces New FUSION Series Cart for Flat Panel Displays

Chief will ship a new line of FUSION Series carts and stands this fall. The design updates include flexible cable covers that allow access to lay in cables at any point along the column while concealing them for a clean installation. A turn knob lets a single user smoothly raise and lower the screen to […]

Chief Announces New FUSION Series Cart for Flat Panel Displays

Chief Debuts iPad Mounts

Chief has added a line of iPad mounting solutions that will debut at InfoComm. A portable version works with all Kontour series mounts and all generations of the iPad. The drop-in design makes for fast and simple placement and removal. This model is ideal for holding your iPad in the perfect location while at your […]

Chief Debuts iPad Mounts

Milestone AV Holds Grand Opening of New Green HQ

Milestone AV (the parent company of Chief, Sanus, Projecta, Procolor and Da-Lite) held a grand opening of its new 85,000 square-foot headquarters in Eden Prairie, Minn., on Friday, May 11. The event was open to invited community guests and the media and was followed by an open house for employees’ families. The new space was […]

Milestone AV Holds Grand Opening of New Green HQ

Chief Now Shipping New Interactive Solution for Ceiling-Mounted Projectors

Chief announced yesterday that its new interactive ceiling-mounted projector solution is now shipping. The CMSI interactive accessory, the latest solution in Chief’s interactive product line, converts an existing ceiling-mounted projector’s image into an interactive display. With a built-in sensor, the accessory mounts on the wall above an existing dry erase board and immediately transforms a […]

Chief Now Shipping New Interactive Solution for Ceiling-Mounted Projectors

Chief Launches New Freestanding Video Wall Solutions

Chief is now shipping its Fusion Series freestanding video wall solutions. The new LVM mounts make it possible to construct video walls in prominent locations for temporary situations or when wall-mounting is not an option. Available in standard 2×2, 3×2 and 3×3 configurations, the new freestanding solutions can be combined with accessories to achieve video […]

Chief Launches New Freestanding Video Wall Solutions

Chief Heads Out on Unique InfoComm RoadShow

Last week, Chief Manufacturing packed up what it’s calling the Big Yellow Truck. The company is heading out with a month’s worth of orders and is hand-delivering them on its way to the InfoComm Show. But, that’s not all that’s in the truck — it’s also carrying seven guys, too — including one who we […]

Chief Heads Out on Unique InfoComm RoadShow

Chief Introduces Industry-First Program for Custom, Preloaded AV Racks

Chief has just launched RackBuilder Delivered, a one of a kind program that configures and delivers Chief rack systems preloaded to a users’ specifications. Customers can quickly build a custom rack configuration using Chief’s online, newly-renovated RackBuilder application. Orders are then processed, preloaded and repackaged in Chief’s warehouse, then shipped to the customer. The program […]

Chief Introduces Industry-First Program for Custom, Preloaded AV Racks

Chief Ships New Micro-Adjustable Whiteboard Mount

Chief has started shipping its new WBM2 Series Micro-Adjustable Whiteboard Mount that allows you to install a new interactive board over pre-existing chalkboards and dry erase boards. Designed for quick installation, the WB2 Series features an easy, three-step set-up process and multiple post-installation adjustments to achieve desired positioning. This includes dual lateral shift, which provides […]

Chief Ships New Micro-Adjustable Whiteboard Mount

Chief Adds More Short Throw Mounts

Chief has added more options to its Short Throw Projector Mount Series with the all-new WP2 Series. These mounts use a precision adjustment via micro leveling and lateral shift capabilities, and variable extension allows the mount to slide along the arm for infinite projector placement. Adding to the level of flexibility, the WP2 Series can […]

Chief Adds More Short Throw Mounts

Chief Launches Another Mobile Video Wall

Chief announced plans recently to release a new Fusion Series mobile video wall cart this spring. The new freestanding solution makes it possible to construct video walls in prominent locations for temporary situations or when a wall-mounted installation is not an option and accommodates most 40–65” (102-165 cm) displays. Available in two configurations, the freestanding […]

Chief Launches Another Mobile Video Wall

Chief Adds New Interactive Mounts

Chief has expanded its line of interactive projector mounts (e.g., whiteboarding, touch screen, etc.) to include flat panel and ceiling-mounted projector solutions. Chief originally launched its Interactive Short Throw Projector Mount in April 2011. Integrated with eBeam technology from Luidia and with a receiver built into the mount, any standard flat panel or projector can […]

Chief Adds New Interactive Mounts

Chief Debuts New Raxxess Line of AV Racks

Chief introduced several new additions to the Raxxess line of AV racks at ISE 2011 last week. Chief acquired Raxxess in 2009 and is launching the entire line in EMEA, along with a couple of brand new products. The new racks introduced at ISE include: The E1 Enclosed Rack is a fully enclosed rack with […]

Chief Debuts New Raxxess Line of AV Racks

2010 rAVe Best of InfoComm Awards: Best Booth

Best Booth (tie): There were some really cool booths this year at InfoComm 2010. And, we had a touch time choosing just one, so we chose two: Christie. Highlighting their MicroTiles product, Christie set up venue-based application areas that included 3D, Digital Cinema, Restaurant and Bar, TV Set and Meeting Room applications. Kudos to whomever […]

2010 rAVe Best of InfoComm Awards: Best Booth

SurgeX Launches Partnership with Chief Manufacturing

At InfoComm 2010, SurgeX announced a strategic partnership with Chief Manufacturing that will pave the way for both SurgeX and Chief dealers to purchase a bundled solution combining Chief’s line of Raxxess racks protected with SurgeX technology. This will position both companies as formidable competition to Middle Atlantic’s domination in rack management in the ProAV […]

SurgeX Launches Partnership with Chief Manufacturing

Chief Launches Certified Partner Program

Chief Manufacturing launched what they are calling the industry’s first certification program for mount solutions. The Chief Certified Partner Program offers interactive product and installation training to improve customers’ business results, differentiate their business and improve overall mount product knowledge. Customers completing the course will receive exclusive benefits from Chief as well as earn InfoComm […]

Chief Launches Certified Partner Program

Chief Launches Certified Dealer Program

Chief Manufacturing has announced the launch of the industry’s first certification program for mount solutions. The Certified Partner Program offers interactive product and installation training to improve customers’ business results, differentiate their business and improve overall mount product knowledge. Customers completing the course will receive exclusive benefits from Chief as well as earn InfoComm CTS […]

Chief Launches Certified Dealer Program

Chief Releases New TV Display Mount Shelf

Last week, Chief Manufacturing announced several new AV shelf accessories, including a large shelf accessory for swing arm mounts (PACCS1). The PACCS1 holds AV components below a TV display that is installed using Chief swing arm or ceiling mounts. This accessory allows AV equipment to move with the display. In addition, it allows vertical and […]

Chief Releases New TV Display Mount Shelf

Chief Launches Projector Security Cage

Chief Manufacturing showed the latest addition to its line of projector enclosures. The PG3 extra large projector security enclosure is perfect for gymnasiums and auditoriums. It fully encloses larger projectors and the projector mount in a locked steel cage to prevent theft and damage. The PG Series of cages are now available in three sizes […]

Chief Launches Projector Security Cage

Chief Releases 3 New Mount Accessories

Last week, Chief Manufacturing announced several new AV shelf accessories — a large shelf accessory for swing arm mounts (PACCS1) and two video conferencing camera shelves (PAC716 and FVS251). The PACCS1 holds AV components below a TV display that is installed using Chief swing arm or ceiling mounts. This accessory allows AV equipment to move […]

Chief Releases 3 New Mount Accessories

News from Middle Atlantic, Crestron, Chief..

Middle Atlantic has named Mike Baker as president. Company founder Bob Schluter will continue as chief engineer and CEO… Chief Manufacturing has appointed Audio Visual Communications Ltd. (AVC) as master distributor of the Chief product line in Japan… Crestron has appointed David Sohn as its new creative director.

Chief Ships Fusion Pull-Out Mount

Integrated with Chief’s ControlZone leveling system, their ClickConnect mounting system and built-in cable stand, the new Chief Fusion Pull-Out mount is shipping.  At only 3.7” in depth, this mount is cool as it pulls straight out rather than simultaneously tilting.  The Pull-Out mounts extend 7” (178 mm) for easy cable access and servicing in hard-to-reach […]

Chief Ships Fusion Pull-Out Mount

Chief Launches New Projector Mount for Home Cinema – Not Home Theater

If you’re building a Home Cinema, not simply a home theater – you know the difference — then you need to hide everything, including the projector!   Well, Chief’s got a new solution in the newly designed SL151 automated projector mount that literally hides the projector ABOVE the ceiling when it’s not in use and when […]

Chief Launches New Projector Mount for Home Cinema – Not Home Theater

Chief Launches Virtual Classroom Tool

Chief Manufacturing announced Virtual Classroom, a tool to help you select products for school applications. You can browse around the virtual classroom to discover and play with different mounts. It provides an interactive tour of Chief products that are specially designed for the classroom. To take the tour, you scroll around the room and click […]

Chief Introduces HomeAV/ProAV Crossover Mounts

The new Cinematic Series from Chief includes swing arm mounts; flat panel and projector lifts; and table stands and they are designed to accommodate both commercial and residential. Along with the mounts, the company is also offering automated art accessories, automated swivel stands and automated speaker adapters.

Chief Introduces Flat-Panel Frames in Four Colors

Chief’s new DFK Decorative Frames are designed to add a little flair to flat panels. The frames are available in four colors: black, silver, gold and dark pecan. Pricing varies, and they are available in a number of sizes up to 55 inches wide. Chief says they are quick to install with the spacer guide […]

Chief Adds Feature Set to New Mounts

Chief’s new RPA Elite series of custom and universal mounts has the same independent roll, pitch and yaw, with integrated cable management and security. But the new series has a new design and adds MicroZone adjustments for micro adjustment with a No. 2 screwdriver, macro adjustment with Centris technology which allows movement with a touch […]