Derby University Extends Investment in Chroma-Q Lighting Technologies

The University of Derby has recently purchased a quantity of Chroma-Q Color Force 12 LED fixtures and Chroma-Q Universal color changers, for use on their acclaimed BSc degree course in Sound, Light, and Live Event Technology.

The course was specifically designed so that graduates leave with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue careers in the live production, technology, and event industries.

Course leader, Simon Lewis and media technology lecturer, Kit Lane selected the Chroma-Q products. The department already owned a quantity of Chroma-Q Color Block DB4 fixtures, so when it came to upgrading their lighting system, they were open to take another look at Chroma-Q.

Students in the course produce events in various venues around the city and the region; from small club gigs to graduation balls, large concert halls and complex theatre performances. The University was keen to start building up their LED inventory in view of concerns over carbon footprint and sustainability.

Lane explains why they were drawn to the Color Force range: "Color Force is extremely flexible and adaptable, they are also incredibly easy to deploy and can be used for many applications such as truss toning, washing a cyc, and as a stage flood." He adds that the ample brightness, low power consumption, and good color rendition also stood out on the fixtures.

The Universal color changers were chosen for their adaptability, which includes an integrated universal mounting system and their ability to be fitted to fixtures with up to 50 degree beam angles without light loss.

The new equipment will be used on a daily basis by the 100 plus students on the three or four year course.