NEWS: Here's what's new at Texolve, Inc.
September 2011
PCTV HD Flypack
Texolve Digital, Inc. just completed installation of a new HD Flypack for PCTV-21. This system includes three HD Canon cameras, Tricaster 300 with TimeWarp, mics and other supporting equipment.
August 2011
Go Back 2 School with Canon
From now until September 10th, get instant rebates on the following cameras in Canon's Back 2 School special!
Canon B2S Pricing (PDF, new window)
Call (724) 337-1685 to place your order.
August 2011
Editing with AVID
Avid's Media Composer 5.5 allows you to edit quickly and in virtually all media formats. This interactive software is the fastest file-based workflow available. It allows you to collaborate with both video and audio editors and provides unique workflows and options for your project needs.
Here's what you can expect with Media Composer 5.5
Visit Media Composer's facebook page
If you've been using Final Cut Pro and are frustrated with recent changes, why not give Avid a try! We can provide you with answers to your questions & have a demo package waiting for you to put your hands on. If you move forward with the switch, we have the tools you'll need for a seamless transition from FCP to your new Avid system.
Educational facilities - ask about product discounts for the educational market!
August 2011
Texolve Digital - 8/2011
In the past few months, Texolve Digital has grown exponentially, taking on multiple projects of varied scope. The addition of equipment sales to our core services has provided us with the opportunity to fulfill clients' needs from start to finish. Take a look at our current project list:
- Municipality of Monroeville - The multi-camera TV control room located in the Municipal Building in Monroeville, PA was redesigned and replaced. The new video control room system consists of a hybrid analog/digital video switching system designed based on the equipment compliment.
- Manchester Craftmen's Guild - Designed & implementing a file based workflow from ingest to archive. The finished system will include HD cameras, a multi-viewer LCD monitor, a new Avid editing station, media asset storage and archival processes.
- The University of Pittsburgh - Upgrading the audio and video technical facilities at the Petersen Events Center used for event coverage. Constructing a new control room system that will provide enhanced event coverage capabilities to the University by producing HD video signals to support the center hung video display screen and in-house distribution to TV monitors. Additionally, the design will provide expanded capabilities for simultaneous event coverage at other venues which extend beyond the Petersen Events Center, through equipment connected by a network of fiber optic cabling.
- The Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh - Designed and installing a turnkey non-linear audio and video editing system. Developed and implementing the conceptual design, supplying equipment, system configuration and installation labor, will provide system level training and system level technical support after delivery.
- St. Paul's Parish of Butler, PA - Supplying a new HD Canon camcorder and supporting equipment to enhanced production capabilities for their services.
- Pittsburgh Community Television - Designed & implementing a new system for PCTV which includes three new HD Canon cameras, a TriCaster 300 with TimeWarp, wireless lav microphones and other supporting equipment.
- California University of Pennsylvania - Supplying engineering and consulting services to Cal U as it relates to the audio visual system in the new Convocation Center through its various stages of development, making recommendations based on needs, budget, and emerging technology. Will be providing the audio and video equipment for this new construction as the project progresses.
In addition to this project work, we have continued to service & repair broken equipment, are providing consultation to our clients on a daily basis, and continue to serve as the engineer-in-charge at events held at PNC Park, Heinz Field and Consol Energy Center.
Please contact us at 724-337-1685 to discuss your upcoming equipment and project needs.
May 2011
EXPANDING OUR REACH
Texolve Digital, Inc. is proud to announce its expansion into the product sales and distribution arena. We have been awarded a number of manufacturer agreements, solidifying us as the exclusive provider of their products in the Western Pennsylvania and surrounding areas. (Please visit our PARTNERS page for a list of featured products & check back often as more are added). Bob Pennington is leading the sales effort and has recently added Dave Coopey to the team. Bob and Dave will work together to service our clients' product needs and will draw on the design, installation and other services provided by Texolve to see the project to its completion. We are also fortunate to collaborate on projects with the other businesses on our corporate campus: Graham Audio Services, Near Field Communications and Viewpoint Production Services.
Our new team members:
Rob Sommerkamp has worked in the audio/video business for a number of years, serving in a variety of roles: Installer, Installation Supervisor, Commissioning Engineer and an IT Specialist. This past year, Rob worked with Texolve Digital, Inc. serving as the Engineer-In-Charge for California University Football and Pitt Men's and Women's Basketball before accepting a full time position in April 2011. Rob works as the Engineer-In-Charge at PNC Park and assists in the completion of installation projects. Rob can be reached by calling (724) 337-1685 or via email at rob@texolve.com.
Dave Coopey has been deeply involved in sophisticated broadcasting, media, IPTV, AV, communications, structured cabling and IT systems projects for over 15 years with a track record of success in project management, installation management, technology consulting and business development. In 2006 Dave passed the Project Management Institute's PMP exam and holds a certification as a Project Management Professional. Dave now serves as our Sales & Design Consultant, focusing on product sales and distribution. Dave can be reached by calling (724) 337-1685 or via email at davec@texolve.com.
May 2011
2011 HD Expo
May 24, 2011
Thank you for attending the 2011 HD EXPO! If you were unable to attend and speak with our Texolve Digital staff about our new product lines, please call Bob or Dave at (724) 337-1685.
March 2011
It's Time for Spring Cleaning
Schedule a tune-up & cleaning for your production equipment.
- CRT/LED monitor calibration
- Camera and lens cleaning & alignment
- VTR/DVD head cleaning & alignment
- Upgrades for storage and computer edit systems
Schedule the tune-up during spring break or vacation so that you don't experience downtime. Call (724) 337-1685 for pricing information . Ask about our educational discounts!
February 2011
January & February 2011
Football has wrapped up for the year with the exception of the big game this Sunday night. Texolve's partnership with the Pittsburgh Steelers extended through the playoffs and the big pep-rally send off before the team headed to Dallas for Super Bowl XLV.
Texolve played a large role at Heinz Field when the Pittsburgh Penguins hosted the 2011 Winter Classic on January 1, 2011. Heinz Field leaned on Texolve to interface directly with the NHL and Penguins to engineer four separate television broadcasts and in-house productions. In addition to serving as the Engineer-In-Charge on game day, we continue to remain a vital part of the Consol Energy Center's daily operations and the overall technology plan moving forward.
Ranked among the best in the county, the Pitt Panthers men's basketball team continues to enjoy outstanding home venue success. Texolve is serving as the Engineer-In-Charge on game day and is working with the Panthers on future technology plans for the Petersen Events Center and connectivity to other venues on campus.
In the past week, Texolve finished installing a turnkey non-linear audio and video editing system at the City of Pittsburgh Information Systems office located in downtown Pittsburgh. We developed the conceptual and detailed designs, supplied system configuration and installation labor, and provided system level training to the client.
Texolve has continued its relationship with Editshare, working on shared storage solutions for West Virginia University, Development Dimensions International, Charleston Area Medical Center and the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Finally, our repair and maintenance shop has continued to buzz, diligently working on control room machines for the Pittsburgh Pirates, camera repairs for Allison Park Church, Pitt PantherVision, and the School District of Pittsburgh, and numerous other customers' equipment needs.
October 1, 2010
Kick Off Time
The beginning of football season is always eventful for Texolve, Inc. We have secured yearly contracts with the Pittsburgh Steelers, the University of Pittsburgh and California University to provide an engineer-in-charge for all football home games for the 2010 season. These events, in addition to preparing for 2010-11 Pittsburgh Penguins hockey games in the brand new Consol Energy Center have enabled us to be very active around town.
September 15, 2010
Summer Wrap-Up
Summer 2010 was an extremely busy time for us here at Texolve. Below is a listing of a few of our major projects:
- Pittsburgh Steelers – obtained and integrated 4 Avid systems
- Phenomenon – desktop extension & Avid integration
- TJL Productions – editing system on-site maintenance
- Pitt PantherVision – editing station upgrade
- Mind Over Media – obtained & installed Editshare Metro 8TB
- Pittsburgh Steelers – obtained & integrated a portable, PC based Telestrater system that can be used with a touch display
September 2010
New Client Partnerships Announced
We are proud to announce new partnerships with The National Archives, Consol Energy Center, Pittsburgh Public Schools, and PNC Bank Corporate Communications.
- The National Archives and Records Administration – recently entered into a multi-year contract to service and maintain steady operation of all audio and video equipment.
- Consol Energy Center – during the building of the Consol Energy Center, Texolve, provided project management services, system engineering, and on-site installation functions relating to Editshare equipment. Work included initial off-site product management, off-site configuration of system components, and on-site hardware installation.
- Pittsburgh Public Schools – having worked with The School District of Pittsburgh for a number of projects in the past, we have begun new work with the CAPA High School Astrovision screen and the Millones School in Oakland, PA.
- PNC Bank Corporate Communications – provided consulting, project management services and on-site installation of Editshare equipment.
September 2010