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.

Show Business for MVIS

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Last weekend’s FA Vase final at Wembley marked the first in a long list of big summer events in which MVIS’ mobile and solar powered monitoring and visual information systems are being used to help keep traffic moving.

Our colour mobile variable message signs are a fantastic resource for organisers of large events, fairs and concerts, and are vital to manage the flow of people and traffic in a simple and safe manner.

Need to communicate vital information? With the ability to update the signs instantly with SMS text, event organisers can react quickly and efficiently to changing circumstances and provide up to the minute information to a large crowd.

Want to advertise a product or special offer? The colour matrix displays and sheer size of our boards are sure to attract attention, and can be programmed to display text, pictograms or logos.

Our VMS signs were crucial to ensure football fans were kept informed, and that the flow of traffic ran smoothly due to drivers knowing where to go.

We’ll also be providing VMS signs for more large events throughout the summer, such as the FA Cup Final, Hyde Park gigs for Ed Sheeran and the Foo Fighters, along with a large number of country shows and outdoor events.

If you are interested in purchasing or hiring a colour mobile variable message sign contact us today for a free no obligation demonstration. Call on 01629 580 570 or email us on sales@m-vis.co.uk

Why the MVIS Portable CCTV is right for you.

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When you need to guarantee road safety and speed enforcement our CCTV platform offers all the features to make it a perfect solution. Mounted on a mast, the PTZ CCTV system achieves outstanding video performance while still being removed from immediate environmental danger or physical abuse.

Its portability and easy-use makes the CCTV system a versatile and reliable solution, especially in roadwork zones and school zones, where road safety is absolutely paramount. Operable in both day time and night time conditions the Portable CCTV system boats an impressive minimum illumination as low as 0.0004 lux in night mode. With an array of optical encoders the camera guarantees consistently accurate positioning and repeatability as well as an impressive 10x optical zoom.

For more specialist uses an optional heater will keep the Portable CCTV system functioning in temperatures as low as -40C and its durability is further extended with its toughened glass window. The model is also vandal resistant, offering you complete peace of mind wherever it’s placed.

Mounted on MVIS’ Solar Intelligent Platform the Portable CCTV offers the flexibility and versatility present across our entire range and its ease of deployment means you’ll have it up and running in no time. Solar panels save on power consumption costs and also offer an innovative, ecologically friendly solution to any traffic management application.

Run effective events with the Colour Mobile VMS at MVIS

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Here at MVIS we provide colour mobile variable message signs (VMS) that can help anyone to run an effective event.

Organising a festival, sporting event or any kind of large event can be extremely difficult and overwhelming. Our VMS carry a number of benefits that can not only help to organise an event, but also help to advertise brands and products.

Traffic Management

Aside from the event itself, our VMS can help to organise traffic to and from the venue. The signs can be programmed remotely, which allows operators to update the message displayed when appropriate. For instance, it could notify drivers of any accidents, the quickest route to get through the traffic or even provide vital information on the event before people arrive at the venue.

Crowd Management

VMS signs are great at crowd management, helping organisers to keep crowds flowing, notify them where they need to be for certain events and to keep them informed with the latest event information. With our VMS, you can put up mobile signs quickly and efficiently, transmit important information and real time updates to the crowd. The five colour matrix on the system, which includes red, green, blue, white and yellow, is perfect for grabbing attention and retaining it.

Advertising

No matter what you’re selling, our VMS are perfect for advertising products or brands at any type of event. The five colour matrix is perfect for grabbing attention, whilst the sheer size of the boards are certain to make the crowd sit up and take notice.

MVIS VMS used at England – Peru friendly

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MVIS is delighted to announce that its industry leading variable message signs (VMS) were in operation at the England vs Peru friendly match at Wembley Stadium last Friday (30th May), where England won 3-0.

MVIS supplied two VMS-C solutions to help support crowd control and ticket sales.

The VMS-C that MVIS supply are stationed at depots nationwide so that they can be rapidly deployed to wherever they are required. VMS-C is an intelligent transport system (ITS) solution which is designed to be versatile, easy to setup and operate and is reliable under all conditions.

The messages can be controlled by SMS and the VMS-C is ideal for giving crowds information as it offers a variety of onscreen colour options.  The choice of using red, green, blue and white as well as the standard amber, ensures that the VMS-C is visible and conspicious even in large crowds – making it a perfect intelligent transport system (ITS) solution for events such as the one at Wembley.

The VMS-C solutions can also be used in an advertising role due to their portable nature. As a result, they can be positioned in prime locations to hep gain the attention of fans and maximise the chance of additional ticket sales.

If you would like to talk to us about our innovative VMS-C solutions, please call us on 01629 580 570.

Spotlight on the SOLAR 2012 Multi-Use Trailer Platform

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The Solar 2012 Multi-Use Trailer Platform is an innovative mobile solution from Mobile Visual Information Systems. This unique product allows for the flexible combination of numerous temporary intelligent traffic solutions, and event management equipment.

The greatest benefit of the trailer platform is that it allows the user to combine a wide range of items from our VMS, lighting, CCTV, radar and ANPR categories. In addition to the allowance of flexible combination, the platform can be easily adjusted to meet the client’s specific needs.

The Solar 2012 offers an environmentally friendly and almost silent alternative to similar products. It is based on a 12V battery that is recharged with the latest in solar battery charging technology, meaning it has no need for external energy sources. This includes new 250w solar PV panels that are designed to optimise the levels of ultraviolet light found in the northern hemisphere.

This trailer platform is an affordable, easy-to-use solution that is simple to deploy. It requires no civil engineering work or third part communications and can be easily operated by both laymen and technical experts.

If you would like to get in touch with us about our Solar 2012 Multi-Use Trailer Platform, please email us through our contact page or phone us on 01629 580 570.

Add to your event with Colour Mobile VMS

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Here at MVIS, we provide a wide range of colour mobile variable message signs (VMS). These innovative machines can transform the way you manage an event, allowing you to do more than you thought was possible, more easily than had ever considered.

Organising a festival or large event can be tricky, due to the larger number of people and huge area you have to cover. With the colour mobile VMS, this can be made a whole lot easier and more effective.

Managing the Crowd

When running an event, you have to manage the crowd, or it can quickly descend into chaos. With our VMS, you can put up mobile signs quickly and efficiently, transmit important information and real time updates to the crowd. The five colour matrix on the system, which includes red, green, blue, white and yellow, is perfect for grabbing attention and retaining it. By doing this you can tell the people where everything is, where they need to go and the start time of certain events, which will help to create some order at the venue.

Advertising

What better place to advertise your product than at large event with massive crowds? Providing your product is relevant to the audience, you can really make a significant and potentially lucrative impact. The efficiency can advertising campaign can be helped in a number of ways by VMS. Firstly, they are mobile and easy to set up, which allows you to transport it to different locations at the venue, targeting the people that are most likely to purchase your product. Secondly, the message on the VMS is easy to change and can be done remotely, which will help you to keep your potential customers up to date on any of the latest changes with your brand or product.

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01629 580 570

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