MVIS takes the road to Highways UK 2020

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It’s been a difficult year for everyone in 2020 and trade shows have unquestionably been hit worse than most, forcing them all to either postpone their plans or rethink their operations.

Indeed this is the difficult decision the organisers at Highways UK had to make this year, with COVID-19 driving people apart, stuck in their homes with the idea of trade show events pre-COVID as a fond, distant memory of simpler times.

This year, Highways UK will be conducted online – a virtual trade show that brings many of the networking benefits of a trade show to a digital environment.

As we approach the event, taking place from 2 – 6 November, we eagerly anticipate the exciting new format that the organisers have put together. Comprising of virtual ‘stands’ and a busy timetable of event sessions that feature a very wide range of guest speakers and sponsors, it promises to be an interesting opportunity for all involved.

The friendly team at MVIS will be on stand-by, ready to discuss any enquiries visitors may have about our products. Highways UK this year comes hot on the heels of some big developments from MVIS, including our IVD Data Collection Radar with AGD, the publication of our Major Project Timeline and our new Portable Solar Powered Invictus CCTV.

Highways UK offers us a unique opportunity to promote these offerings and our core product range to over 3000 people who have registered to take part, along with the full library of our solution and specification sheets, ready for download.

We are very much looking forward to the virtual event, during a year that has been absent of the usual business, social and networking opportunities that as an economy we depend on.

Anne Ashman, Commercial and Operations Director for MVIS comments “We have been waiting for a virtual trade show for a very long time. With all these digital tools available to us, it was only a matter of time before trade events went online in some capacity. It’s certainly a much more environmentally friendly way forward.”

Anne continues, “However tragic the circumstances of this development, it’s important that we all make the most of the opportunity and participate with our full support, for the good of the industry.”

Our team will be ready and waiting for existing and prospective clients to field any questions throughout the event on our virtual stand. 

But don’t forget, before you can access this, you need to sign up for the event on Terrapin.

Once registered for your guest pass, you can find the full event on Swapcard.

Event safety made easier with MVIS

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When you’re tasked with organising a large scale event, we know that there is a long list of things you need to consider. So why not depend on MVIS to help make your event planning easier.

In a recent trend report event planners surveyed highlighted event security as one of their main concerns. As one of the UK’s most trusted suppliers of portable variable message signs (VMS) and Portable Solar Powered CCTV, MVIS aims to offer effective solutions to help ensure your event runs as smoothly and safely as possible.

Starting a week or so prior to your event, we deploy VMS to notify road users of the upcoming event, giving them time to find an alternative route. Not only does this reduce frustration for local traffic during the event but it also eases congestion for those attending. Pair this with CCTV and Web Studio™ and you’ll be able to monitor traffic and manage messages on multiple signs, updating them in an instant from any internet enabled device or using the Bartco Live app, as situations change.

Unsure which sign you would need? Our VMS-A is perfect for notifying road users on roads with speeds up to 50mph while our larger VMS-C is more commonly used on roads where the speed is greater than 60mph.

Whilst you’re setting up the event and have personnel and valuable equipment on-site CCTV is a natural deterrent, helping security staff to monitor the site 24 hours a day.

During the event, onsite VMS will help to communicate messages in both text and pictograms, from important safety messages and directional information to promoting sponsors logos (creating another opportunity for event revenue) to visitors. The appearance of CCTV will continue to help deter criminals, monitor visitor activity and help to direct security and medical staff to any incidents whilst also giving reassurance to visitors that their safety and security is a priority.

Both our VMS and CCTV are solar powered, easy to operate and require no external civils, so you can position them exactly where you need them. And with strategic depots located across the UK, MVIS delivers a fast, reliable service that you can depend on. Why not take the hassle out of your next event and pre-hire portable VMS and CCTV units to help take the strain prior to your event starting? And don’t just take it from us, listen to what our happy customers have to say:

“I found the booking process very easy and all the staff were extremely helpful. The system worked well for us as it deterred visitors who were unfamiliar with our area from going down a restricted road. The team who delivered and picked up the system were also very helpful and flexible. As the system worked so well we did not hesitate in booking it again for our forthcoming events.”
Nottingham Trent University

To find out more about hiring from MVIS, call us on 01629 580 570 or email sales@m-vis.co.uk

Make MVIS a fixture at your next event

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With eight years’ experience of working with event managers to help accomplish successful, large scale events and shows, MVIS delivers flexible solutions that enable event managers to communicate information effectively and respond to event changes in an instant.

MVIS has provided event management technology for some of the UK’s biggest music festivals, sporting fixtures, stadium events and country shows. With strategic depots based across the UK, MVIS is perfectly placed to deliver innovative event management technology right to where you need it most.

Our portable variable message signs (VMS) are designed to communicate important information to high volumes of traffic – either vehicular or pedestrian. Fast to install and set up, these mobile units can be easily repositioned if needed, and thanks to our handy BartcoLive app, creating and changing the messages on the LED display screens has never been quicker or simpler.

MVIS has continually provided event managers with not only high-performing and high quality equipment, but with round the clock customer support too. All hire customers have access to our 24/7 support service which guarantees an initial response from our team within 4-hours. The issue will then be explored further with the customer updated on progress from there.

For more information about working with MVIS at your next event, please contact us on 01629 580 570 or at sales@m-vis.co.uk

All Eyes on CCTV: Benefits of Portable CCTV

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We all know the saying ‘a picture is worth a thousand words’ and never has this been more appropriate than when talking about CCTV.

A second pair of eyes can be a valuable asset to any task – especially a pair that never misses a thing and is never wrong! If you’re responsible for managing large-scale events with high volumes of traffic and people, well placed CCTV can be extremely beneficial.

MVIS provides portable CCTV for hire across the UK. Ideal for road works, school zones and any event with high footfall or traffic, the system incorporates the latest video technology that enables us to balance the image quality and frame rate in order to provide the best footage even in poor signal areas – so no matter where your event is, MVIS delivers excellent coverage.

Benefits of hiring CCTV from MVIS

Monitoring Activity

Mobile CCTV can quickly and accurately keep track of real-time activity and movement within any area. Couple it with MVIS’ HD Radar to support speed detection and data collection.  The CCTV unit features a 10x optical zoom, offering the user great visual control.

Crime Deterrent

The presence of CCTV has been proven to reduce theft of, and from, vehicles. At large-scale events which see huge volumes of parked vehicles, CCTV acts as a deterrent to would-be car thieves.

Long Lasting Battery Life

All of our trailers are solar powered and come with a large battery back-up on board, enabling them to run autonomously for months at a time.

Robust and Hardworking

Our CCTV units are tried and tested, and have been put through the toughest conditions to ensure they are up to any task. Made with a flat and toughened glass window and including a built-in camera lens wiper, our units are extremely strong and durable. But just because they’re hard working, it doesn’t mean they’re hard to use – our portable CCTV are very easy to operate and reliable under all conditions.

24/7 Support

MVIS is proud of the high level of excellent customer service it provides. All hire customers can access our 24/7 support service which guarantees an initial response from our team within 4-hours, the issue will then be explored further with the customer updated on progress from there.

For more information about portable CCTV from MVIS, please contact us on 01629 580 570 or at sales@m-vis.co.uk

Make MVIS a headliner at your event

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With summer well under way, and outdoor events seemingly around every corner, the safety and enjoyment of both visitors and employees is paramount to a successful event. So, whether it’s a summer festival, sporting event or even a Christmas Markets, MVIS deliver flexible solutions that allow event managers to provide information and respond to event changes effectively and in an instant.

With our innovative VMS and CCTV technology, you can provide fast, high impact communications to ensure the safety and enjoyment of your visitors.

Our Variable Message Signs (VMS) present clear information from event schedules, car parking information, safety information, road closures and opening times, as well as the ability to display pictograms useful for sponsors and advertisements. This ensures that visitors remain safe and have a positive experience of the event.

Solar-powered and portable, our VMS units avoid costly ground works and can easily be moved across sites to areas where messaging is needed most. What’s more, our VMS units can be easily updated through any Apple device, to provide real-time updates for any changes to information. 

Furthermore, our CCTV technology is an effective way for event managers and security teams to monitor crowds, assessing crowd numbers, movement and behaviour, to ensure the continued safety of attendees. CCTV enables potential problems to be identified and dealt with before they escalate.

Unlike traditional static CCTV cameras, our Pan Tilt Zoom (PTZ) CCTV systems uses the latest technology to enable event managers to manoeuvre the camera to focus on specific areas, and when combined with our innovative Web Studio™ technology, CCTV footage can be viewed from any laptop, tablet or smart phone, ensuring that critical safety information can be accessed by those who need it.

Looking to hire CCTV and VMS units at your event? Get in touch with our expert team today on 01629 580570 or email sales@m-vis.co.uk to find out how we can help you.

MVIS: Trusted to the extreme

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When it comes to weather conditions in the UK, it’s best to ‘expect the unexpected’ and be prepared for any eventuality. Luckily MVIS’ traffic management portfolio can handle even the harshest of conditions.

Come rain or shine, the world keeps on turning and people still need to get from A-to-B – no matter what the weather. Even in the most difficult of conditions, British roads and highways still need to be in use, and more than ever, they need to make motorists aware of the dangerous conditions that they face.

Whether it’s flash flooding, snowstorms or black ice on the road, drivers face a range of challenges, which traffic authorities can communicate to them with MVIS’ hardy range of traffic management solutions.

Our solar powered variable message signs (VMS) safeguards your message, ensuring that the multi-coloured eye-catching LED screen is continually visible to motorists. And because you can instantly update the message on any given VMS screen via our innovative Web Studio™ you know you can communicate the most vital information at the touch of a button. What’s more, they’re profoundly secure too, with a satellite tracking device and SMS tamper guard, which acts as a great deterrent to would-be vandals.

MVIS’ product range can operate even in extreme temperatures. The HD Data Collection Radar is exceedingly dependable, operating in temperatures from -40°C to 74°C. This ensures you can still collect consistently accurate traffic data in high definition, with five times greater resolution than other, similar radar traffic detection devices. The state-of-the-art Vector Integrated ANPR Camera operates in temperatures from -10°C to 50°C, working automatically, auto-detecting vehicles as they pass through the field of view.

All of MVIS’ product range is highly tested, to give all our customers great peace of mind, and as a result, our customers not only trust us, they trust our products too.

To hire traffic management solutions, please call us on 01629 580 570.

 

 

Create an eye-catching display with a VMS

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Did you know that as well as an attention-grabbing five colour LED text display, MVIS’ impressive portfolio of variable message signs (VMS) also supports pictograms, making it easier than ever to communicate your message.

The saying ‘a picture paints a thousand words’ has never been more relevant when it comes to communicating vital information, fast. From roundels with the speed limit in, to arrows directing your audience to a specific route, or well recognised road signs or signals, our range of VMS are the perfect way to get your message across.

Whether it’s a large-scale event with a heavy footfall, or a big sporting fixture or festival with high volumes of traffic, there’s no better way to keep crowds informed than by hiring a VMS from MVIS.

The non-glare LED screen ensures that no matter the weather, they are easily visible, and with satellite tracking and an SMS tamper alarm, they are more secure than ever.

They’re flexible too: VMS units can be combined with MVIS’ Solar IP units which accommodate a variety of traffic management solutions, such as CCTV, HD Radar and our ANPR Camera, all of which can be hired directly from MVIS.

The pictogram function is also a great addition for event managers, as it provides a way for them to promote their sponsors and advertisers. It’s quick and easy to input your required visuals via our innovative Web Studio™ which can be accessed via a PC or any Wi-Fi enabled Apple device. Take a look at the display our new admin assistant Tillie made for technical apprentice Kiran’s birthday.

If you would like to talk to us regarding hiring any of our traffic and event management products, please get in touch by calling 01629 580 570.

Event planning is all about effective communication

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If you’ve ever organised an event of any size, you know that communication is key.

It’s imperative to have the right processes in place to make sure that everyone involved has a clear idea of what their role is – from your suppliers right through to your guests. And when traffic management is involved, having the right tools at your disposal helps things to run a lot more smoothly.

Whether it’s a small community gala, street party, or a big cup game for your local sports team, keeping motorists and pedestrians well informed with up-to-date information not only helps to keep traffic moving, it also helps to keep them safe. Plus, by presenting clear information such as car parking or entry directions to visitors, it ensures that they are much more likely to have a positive experience at your event.

Static signs with a pre-printed message can be extremely useful, but if your information changes suddenly, it can render them defunct and confusing to your audience. Fortunately, hiring a variable message sign (VMS) from MVIS offers you much greater control over your communication. Our VMS units can be updated instantly via a PC or any Wi-Fi enabled Apple device using our innovative Web Studio™ so no matter what message you need to broadcast, you can do it quickly and easily with MVIS.

The non-glare units ensure they’re easily seen, even in the most extreme weather, and as they are able to be combined with additional features such as CCTV or high-speed radar, it offers even more opportunity to convey important information to help keep people safe and well informed, such as ‘slow down’ messages to motorists who are travelling too fast. Plus, with a five colour LED screen, there’s no reason for your communications to be missed – they even support pictograms too.

You can hire event management equipment to help with your event, direct from MVIS. With over 20 depots across the UK, we can deliver straight to your event quickly and effortlessly, and with a 24/7 service line for all customers, we’re on hand if you need support with anything.

Our high quality, reliable and cost effective VMS are environmentally friendly, portable and can be changed to display a variety of messages in an instant.

Hire a VMS signs today and benefit from:

Five Colours
Create eye-catching displays to attract the attention of the crowd

Web Studio™
Our innovative Web Studio™ enables you to view your VMS from any Wi-Fi enabled Apple device to remotely locate your signs, observe traffic flow and change your message at the touch of a button

Reduced Costs
Solar powered and environmentally friendly, VMS units do not require plugging in

Easy To See
Made from non-glare UV resistant polycarbonate, VMS are visible in every condition

Security
The VMS comes complete with satellite tracking and a SMS tamper alarm, and can be fitted with CCTV for added peace of mind.

Call us today on 01629 580570 to discuss your event requirements.

Variable Messaging Signs – Frequently Asked Questions

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Q- How are the VMS programmed?

A – The VMS are programmed remotely using our innovative WebStudio™ system which is a web based program which can be used on any Wi-Fi enabled Apple device or personal computer. You can pinpoint the different VMS units you have out on the road and change the display in an instant. Perfect if you need to relay important information to road users or event users quickly and efficiently.

Q – How long does it take to change the message on a VMS?

A – It’s almost instantaneous. Providing you have access to a computer or Wi-Fi enabled Apple device, you can change your displayed message in a matter of minutes.

Q – Can the VMS be tracked?

A – Yes all the VMS are fitted with a GPRS controller which can be tracked via WebStudio™.

Q – Can you upload a message to multiple VMS?

A – Yes. WebStudio™ allows you to group the VMS units together – no matter where they are located – to allow multiple uploads at one time.

Q – Can you upload messages to display at certain times?

A – Yes, the VMS can be scheduled on WebStudio™ to allow certain messages to appear at your requested times.

Q- Can the VMS be programmed on a smartphone?

A – Yes. The VMS can be programmed on any Wi-Fi enabled Apple smartphone or tablet via the Curbsite Lite app.

Q – Can the VMS display pictograms eg, speed roundels and traffic signs?

A – Yes. The VMS can display five different colours (amber, white, red, green and blue) and there is a wide range of pre-saved messages and signs commonly used within the motor industry which can be shared with customers.

Q – Are the VMS and Solar IPs secure when on site?

A – Yes. The VMS and Solar IPS are padlocked in all areas as standard to ensure security on site. They are GPRS enabled so we can see where they are at all times.

Q – Can the VMS be fitted with Radar?

A – Yes. The VMS can be fitted with Radar to enable speed triggered messages.

Q – Do the VMS and Solar IPs have batteries?

A – Yes. They come with solar powered batteries and the battery levels are monitored daily to ensure the products are working at all times.

Q – If I require assistance with one of the products, does MVIS offer an out of hours service?

A – Yes. MVIS offers a 24/7 service to customers. You can contact us by calling 01629 580570 and we guarantee a response within 4 hours.

If you have a question that hasn’t been answered, please don’t hesitate to get in touch on 01629 580 570 or at sales@m-vis.co.uk

 

MVIS: The SMART choice for Event Managers

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As an Event Manager, you have a lot on your plate. From the initial development right up to delivery, there are a lot of details to consider and all whilst keeping to strict timelines and maintaining great relationships with staff and suppliers. It all contributes towards ensuring everything is in place, at the right time – and don’t forget making sure that it all comes in under budget too! We know it’s hard work, which is why choosing MVIS as your official supplier of event equipment to help keep your crowds safe and well informed is a SMART choice.

SAFETY: Our great range of variable message signs make a big impact, and are a fast, efficient way to keep crowds well informed and most of all, safe. Available in a variety of sizes from the 600mm x 600mm HD Quattro, to the much larger 2730mm x 1850mm VMSC, they are a useful and practical resource to display directions and important information on, and can be changed in an instant using any Wi-Fi enabled Apple device through our innovative Web Studio™. So even if plans change – for example, if a car park is full and motorists need to be re-directed to an alternative route, you can be assured that there will be minimal disruption.

MADE FOR YOU: As many of the MVIS event solutions are customisable, you can be confident that whatever your needs are, we have them covered. The Solar IP is an innovative mobile product allowing a flexible combination of event management solutions. Select your preferred combination from our portfolio: ANPR, CCTV and radar can all be accommodated on the Solar IP, and any combination of equipment housed in the platform may be easily altered to meet your changing requirements. This solution is simple and cost-effective to deploy, and because the Solar IP is not dependent on external energy supply, it is also environmentally friendly and silent in operation.

ADVERTISE: As well as offering an effective way of communicating important information to crowds, MVIS’ range of VMS units provide a great opportunity for advertising. As VMS units can support pictograms as well as text, they provide a great chance to deliver promotional messages such as dates of future events, messages from your sponsors or even paid-advertising from external businesses to a large audience in a simple yet effective way.

RELIABLE: As an MVIS customer, you can trust us to deliver not only great products, but also a great service. If you’re unsure of the best crowd control solution for your event, talk to our helpful team. They’re well placed to advise you of all the different systems that are available to you, and can offer useful information about how they will work for you. What’s more, because we offer a 24/7 customer support service, no matter when or where your event takes place, there will always be a member of the MVIS team on hand to offer assistance should you need it.

TIMELY: MVIS operates from both Matlock in the heart of the Peak District and Bow, East London, and with over 20 depots across the UK it means that no matter where you are, you can rest assured that the event management products you require will be in stock and held close-by.

If you would like to talk to us about which of MVIS’ event management solutions are right for you, please get in touch on 01629 580 570.

Get Your Message Across with MVIS

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MVIS has a long history of supplying solar powered mobile VMS across the UK and 2016 is no different.

The amber or five colour functionality of our VMS make them ideal for sporting fixtures, stadium events and festivals to help direct traffic – both those in vehicles and those on foot.

Not only do they provide a high impact way of directing a high volume of traffic, but our innovative Web Studio™ means that should it need to change in an instant, it’s also quick and easy to amend your message via any Wi-Fi enabled Apple device with a pre-made message. This is a great resource if you need to keep crowds informed of any busy routes to avoid, available car parking spaces or any other vital information to help make their experience easier and more enjoyable.

This year, MVIS will be supplying VMS to a fantastic range of sporting events yet again. Starting off with the North London Half Marathon in March, we’ll be helping them make sure that all the runners, crowds and traffic are kept informed of where they need to be at all times.

We’ll then gallop over to the Grand National at Aintree in April to supply them with a number of VMS for various uses. This will help them to keep the high volume of traffic coming into the event up-to-date with vital information such as car parking availability, or to direct the different ticket holders to their correct paddock.

We’ll also be supporting various football teams this season, as we’ll be supplying VMS for the Johnstone’s Paint Trophy Final, as well as the FA Cup semi-final and final to help direct the crowds and keep them informed.

The VMS is a great tool to help with crowd control as they are easy for a mass audience to see and understand. Because the large screens can be used to display pictograms too, this is also a great way to convey information to an audience who may not speak English as a first language.

The solar powered VMS provide a great visual impact to your event and can even be used to increase brand awareness. Whether your need is for advertising and sponsorship deals, displaying event or festival information, promoting a brand or for event traffic management, our innovative VMS are guaranteed to attract attention.

If you would like to speak to someone regarding your event requirements, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us on 01629 580 570 or by emailing us at sales@m-vis.co.uk

Order your summer VMS now

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MVIS provides solar powered colour mobile variable message signs (VMS) across the UK. The five colour functionality of our VMS make them ideal for sporting fixtures, stadium events and festivals and as such, our products have been heavily used over the years at venues such as Wembley, Twickenham and Old Trafford for a number of concerts and sporting events to help control the flow of people and traffic in as safe a manner as possible.

With only a few months to go until the summer, we’ve been busy organising our summer schedule of VMS units for a number of large-scale events.

If you’ve got an event coming up, don’t miss out – hire our VMS units to help you direct the flow of traffic to and from your event, manage the crowds and keep them up-to-date with the latest information.

The five colour matrix signs offer the choice and flexibility of using red, green, blue and white in addition to standard amber so no matter what your message or picture, you can be sure to make it stand out.

Our VMS can also present Chapter 8/MS4 style pictograms as well as text, which our experience suggests are quickly interpreted by foreign visitors, who are not always able to understand text. This can be extremely useful when trying to direct people who do not speak or read English as a first language.

What’s more, with the ability to update the VMS units instantly via our innovative Web Studio, you can react quickly and efficiently to changing circumstances whilst providing up-to-the-minute information. Simply log on using any Wi-Fi enabled Apple device to change your message in an instant and keep your crowds informed.

Click here or more product information, or call 01629 580570 to discuss your needs.

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