Legrand launched its 50A Weather-Resistant Electrical Outlet for EV Chargers (3894WREV), a UL Listed outlet engineered specifically to meet the new requirements for Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment introduced in the 2026 National Electrical Code. Under the 2026 NEC, receptacles used for EVSE must now be specifically listed for EV use and meet UL standards, closing […]

Almo Pro AV will present at InfoComm 2026, introducing new executive leadership, hosting networking events, delivering technical educational sessions and highlighting its support for industry-focused philanthropic initiatives. The company introduced James Salter as the new Vice President of Vendor Marketing, bringing over two decades of experience across the Pro AV and technology industries, including leadership […]

FAIRFAX, Va. June 2, 2026 — InfoComm 2026, the largest professional audiovisual trade show in North America, will debut its first-ever Media Day on Wednesday, June 17, a new, curated experience designed to give attending media and analysts early access to the most significant announcements, innovations and industry developments at this year’s show. Media Day […]

Legrand officially announced that it has acquired Girtz Industries, a provider of custom-engineered modular power enclosures and related services based in Monticello, Indiana. Legrand said that Girtz Industries’ development and integration of power systems support the provision of critical power across datacenter, industrial and commercial applications. Girtz Industries joins Legrand as a business unit within […]

On-Q officially announced the availability of the ENP15605NA, a plastic 15-inch hinged cover with standard trim, available in a 5-pack configuration. The company said that the solution was designed to be used with the ENP15805DNA 15-inch enclosure. The company said that the ENP15605NA and ENP15805DNA pair together to deliver a clean, organized structured wiring installation. […]

Legrand AV announced the availability of the Wiremold 4 ft. OFR Overfloor Raceway Base & Cover (OFRBC-4), an addition to the OFR series data and AV distributors. The company said that as AV systems continue to scale across corporate, education, government and hybrid-work environments, integrators need infrastructure that installs fast and adapts to architectural constraints, […]

Legrand announced it has transitioned the packaging for its standard wall plate portfolio to NatureFlex compostable material, a move the company said will eliminate approximately 117 tons of single-use, fossil-fuel-based plastic annually. The change applies to all standard wall plate products, excluding the adorne collection, and marks progress toward Legrand’s goal of eliminating 100% of […]

Chief has launched the Tempo Floor Support Mount, an updated floor-supported mounting system designed for larger displays and integrated AV storage. The system supports single ultrawide or dual displays up to 98 inches.

Legrand AV has expanded its global distribution partnership with TD SYNNEX, extending availability of its full AV brand portfolio across TD SYNNEX Maverick’s European operations. Under the expanded agreement, TD SYNNEX Maverick — the distributor’s AV, UC and digital signage division — will now offer Legrand AV brands including Chief, C2G, Da-Lite, Middle Atlantic, Luxul […]

Chief, a brand of Legrand | AV, has announced the upcoming debut of its Tempo Portrait Flat Panel Wall Mount System at Integrated Systems Europe 2026, where the company will demonstrate the new solution in Booth 3L500. Designed specifically for portrait-oriented digital signage, the Tempo Portrait system is intended to simplify installation and ongoing service […]

Formerly VP and GM of Vaddio and Luxul, Newly Established C-Suite Role Advances Company’s Ambition 2030 Growth Strategy MINNETONKA, Minn. — Nov. 18, 2025 — Legrand | AV, a global specialist and industry leader in audiovisual solutions, today announced the appointment of Darrin Thurston as Chief Technology Officer (CTO), a newly created C-suite position that […]

Legrand | AV celebrated the grand opening of its new headquarters in Minnetonka, Minnesota, on Oct. 1, marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth and commitment to innovation, collaboration and community. The new 98,000-square-foot facility at 10900 Red Circle Drive consolidates multiple administrative and product development functions into one space designed to foster creativity […]

Legrand announced a Kitchen Countertop Outlet, delivering safe, and code-compliant power solution for modern kitchen islands and peninsulas. Developed in response to 2023 NEC Section 210.52(C)(3) updates, which prohibit outlets on the sides of kitchen islands, this innovative device brings power directly to the surface without compromising design or install efficiency. The Kitchen Countertop Outlet […]

Legrand | AV returns to CEDIA Expo 2025, taking place Sept. 4-6 in Denver, with a powerful lineup of ten standout products at booth #3707. Featuring innovations from SANUS, Chief,  Da-Lite, Middle Atlantic, On-Q, Vaddio, Luxul, and C2G, the showcase highlights solutions engineered to support luxury home theaters, scalable multi-dwelling unit (MDU) deployments, and resimercial […]

Legrand has released the second generation of its radiant Smart Lighting with Wi-Fi, now enabled with Matter, the interoperability standard designed to unify smart home ecosystems. Each device in the new lineup is Matter-certified, allowing cross-brand compatibility across platforms such as Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home and Samsung SmartThings. Devices ship with unique Matter […]

The results are in! The 2025 rAVe Readers’ Choice Awards winners have officially been named, and once again, it’s all thanks to you — the AV community. Every nomination and vote came straight from the people who live and breathe this industry every day. No sponsors. No pay-to-play. Just real recognition for the companies and […]

Chief, a brand of Legrand | AV, announce that its TiLED Series dvLED Universal Wall Mounts will be showcased at ISE 2025 in Barcelona. Visitors to booth 3N600 can explore a large TiLED demo area and engage directly with the product at two dedicated installation stations, allowing integrators to experience these mounts firsthand. The TiLED […]

In Episode 196 of rAVe [TV], we’re getting into the holiday spirit while diving into the latest AV updates! Don’t miss the announcement of the Best of DSE awards during rePLAY DSE 2024 at 1 p.m. EST on Dec. 18. Plus, check out Legrand AV’s new Solution Diagrams landing page, featuring over 70 downloadable diagrams […]

While Steph as in Las Vegas for the DSE (Digital Signage Experience) show, I was busy hosting two live guests on this week’s episode – including Legrand AV launching a totally new product line into the ProAV market. Legrand’s own Alyssa Adnan used rAVe TV to debut acoustic panels for commercial AV installs. In addition, […]

Xyte, developer of the first all-in-one cloud platform for device manufacturers and system integrators, announces the AV Cloud Summit, an event designed specifically for AV professionals eager to explore the influence of cloud technology in the audiovisual industry. Taking place on Nov. 13, 2024, the AV Cloud Summit is a virtual event, offering a focused […]

C2G, a brand of Legrand AV, announced the availability of its new range of bulk Ethernet cables, including Cat5e, Cat6, and Cat6a options, available in 1,000-feet (304.8-meter) spools of various colors. This category cable is compliant with TAA and meets ANSI/TIA 568.2-D standards. With the line, C2G also introduces innovative packaging that helps save space […]

Chief, a brand of Legrand AV, announced that TiLED Series dvLED Universal Wall Mounts, the next generation of TiLED dvLED wall mounts, are shipping and available to order. Compatible with a multitude of interlocking dvLED panels from leading manufacturers, these universal wall mounts simplify the installation process, reduce installation time from days to hours and […]

Legrand AV is set to attend CEDIA Expo 2024 and the co-located Commercial Integrator Expo, Sept. 5-7, in Denver. At the show, the company will present fully integrated products from Chief, Da-Lite, Luxul, Middle Atlantic, On-Q, SANUS and Vaddio. In addition, Legrand AV says it will highlight its latest CSR initiatives and MDU solutions as […]

We’ve been giving away our Best of InfoComm Awards for a long time — since before my time at rAVe. And every year, after InfoComm, the team sits down and discusses the products that stuck out to us. Not ~just~ because they’re cool (but these are all really cool), but because of the potential they […]

Chief, a brand of Legrand | AV, announced the expansion of its Fusion series with the Fusion Storage Cabinet. This new storage accessory was designed in response to modern AV applications that need a stylish and front-serviceable AV storage solution when installing small devices and rack-mounted equipment behind the display is not an option. According […]

Middle Atlantic Products, a brand of Legrand AV, announced the availability of the new Q-SYS Certified control plug-in for its NEXSYS Series UPS Backup Power System with RackLink. Developed by Control Concepts, the new Q-SYS plug-in enables control of NEXSYS UPSs via Q-SYS. The new Q-SYS Certified plugin for the NEXSYS Series UPS Backup Power System with RackLink is […]

Chief, a brand of Legrand AV, announced the release of the TiLED dvLED Universal Wall Mounts, the next generation of TiLED dvLED wall mounts that includes compatibility across a multitude of interlocking panels. Designed for adaptability, scalability and precision, Legrand says these universal wall mounts simplify the installation process, reduce installation time from days to […]

Legrand‘s lighting control brand, Vantage, today announced it has partnered with Josh.ai. This partnership will ensure feature parity across Josh.ai‘s intuitive app and natural voice control interfaces. Vantage customers will be able to adjust the brightness, color, and temperature of their lights, along with precise percentage level adjustments for opening or closing shades to manage […]

Legrand announced today that John Selldorff is retiring at the end of February 2024 after leading Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) for 22 years as President and CEO. Brian DiBella, current president of the Data, Power & Control division of LNCA, will step into the role March 1, 2024. “I would like to express […]

Legrand AV announced the appointment of Bell & McCoy Integrated Solutions as its new representative firm for Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas, serving dealers and distributors in the CI channel. Bell & McCoy Integrated Solutions will represent a comprehensive portfolio of Legrand AV brands, including Chief, Da-Lite, Luxul, Middle Atlantic, SANUS and Vaddio. “We are […]

Legrand’s Vantage Lighting Controls announced Vantage Voice. Vantage Voice adds voice control capability to the Vantage InFusion System controller through Amazon Alexa and is now available in the Design Center 4.8 software update. With Vantage Voice, Legrand says customers can enjoy the convenience of using just their voice to control the Vantage InFusion system — a […]

In today’s episode of rAVe [TV], Gary Kayye tours Barco’s headquarters and goes over the latest news solo (Steph is on a plane, attending SAVe’s conference). Watch this to see some special behind-the-scenes footage and learn more about Logitech’s MX Brio, Pioneer’s new immersive sound AV receivers and more.