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Look Solutions' Unique2 Haze Machine Debuts And Includes Hanging Set And Touring Models

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Look Solutions has introduced the Unique2, the latest version of its popular, water-based Unique haze machine, with many new and improved features designed to serve a host of applications. The Unique2 is available with an optional yoke for a Hanging Set configuration and in an easily-portable Touring Unique2 model.

"The Unique2 features a revamped design, finer control, new more efficient fan for quicker haze distribution, an innovative Haze-Density Control System and many other new features," says Nathan Kahn who heads the US office of Look Solutions, a German manufacturer of high-performance fog and haze machines.

The Unique2's more precise control takes several forms users will be sure to welcome. "Output settings which were originally 1-10 have been expanded to 1-40 for finer control over haze density," Kahn explains. "This gives users much greater control over the lower settings which are both the most popular and the most critical."

With this variable output, the Unique2 can achieve effects ranging from the finest mist to a thick haze, similar to fog. The machine is able to fill large or small venues with a constant haze, creating the right atmosphere and perfect enhancement for lighting effects.

The machine's pump and fan can be adjusted separately in 99 steps to fine tune the density and output exactly. Compared to its predecessor, the Unique2 has almost 60 percent greater output with the pump set at 99.

The Unique2's fan is more rugged and higher-quality than the original fan and more responsive to very fine adjustments of its output. A sealed fan motor means that if haze fluid should somehow end up inside the machine, the fan won't short out. Likewise, the electronics are in a separate chamber from the fluid pump and heater preventing inadvertent shorts.

The Unique2's special fluid guarantees minimal fluid consumption, low running costs and optimal haze effects. A single two-liter canister provides up to 50 hours of continuous output. A fluid-flow sensor shuts down the machine when fluid cannot flow freely through the heater. This prevents fluid from backing up inside the machine, which could potentially damage other components. The fluid tank is held in a bracket on the back of the machine and features a quick-release coupler making it easy to change tanks mid-show or for travel. Simply release the fill tube and cap the tank so there are no leaks.

The Unique2's power on/off can now be controlled via DMX 512 protocol. The machine can be made to 'sleep' or 'wake up' using the DMX signal so if the hazer is being flown the user can turn the heater off and back on via DMX.

An internal timer with digital display can adjust haze time in seconds, wait time in minutes and the output of the pump and fan in percentages.

With the Unique2's Haze-Density Control System (HDCS) an individual profile for a show can be programmed. Two levels with the required pump and fan values along with haze time can be adjusted and a pre-runtime can be programmed. The program can be activated with a radio remote, wired XLR remote or standalone controls.

In addition, the Unique2's LED display is garnering raves from users. It is easy to see and use and will shut off after 30 seconds for unobtrusive operation in darkened environments. Any button on the display may be pressed to relight it. The Unique2 operates with a very minimal warm up time -- approximately 60 seconds -- and minimal sound.

The optional yoke to operate the Unique2 in the Hanging Set mode offers two major improvements over the Hanging Set for the original Unique. "It's easier to install," notes Kahn. "You simply remove the four rubber feet and use those four bolts through the bottom of the Hanging Set to attach the Unique2."

DMX protocol also makes the Hanging Set more user-friendly. "You can use the DMX signal to power down the Unique2," says Kahn. "Customers who flew the original Unique, being unable to reach the power switch on the back of the machine, had to resort to pulling the power plug. We listened to them and have addressed this issue with The Unique2."

The new Touring Unique2 is built into a flight case for applications on the road. The portable system sports three handles for easy transport and storage and can be operated right from the case -- just remove the lid and plug it in. After the one-minute warm up time, small or large amounts of haze can be created by utilizing the standalone controls or an analog or DMX controller. The Touring Unique2 has all the features of the Unique2, including pump and fan adjustment in 99 steps, minimal sound, LED display for easy operation, and minimal fluid consumption with special fluid for optimal haze effects.

Based in Germany, Look Solutions manufactures excellent-quality fog machines, haze machines, mini foggers, accessories and fluids at reasonable prices. Look Solutions USA, located in south-central Pennsylvania, serves customers in the US, Canada and Mexico. For more information visit www.fogspecs.com or call Hunter Totty, Sales Manager, at 1-800-426-4189, to request a demo Unique2 for evaluation.

 

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Look Solutions Helps Advanced Entertainment Services Enhance Atmospheric Las Vegas Production Of "Phantom Of The Opera" (July, 2006)

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When Advanced Entertainment Services (AES) was charged with providing all special effects for "Phantom: The Las Vegas Spectacular," the company turned to Look Solutions for fog systems that offered maximum flexibility.

Billed as a "bigger, flashier, shorter" version of the hit Broadway musical, the $35 million production of "Phantom of the Opera" is attracting crowds at the Venetian Hotel & Casino. Las Vegas-based AES, a special effects company with a 25-year presence in Las Vegas and numerous projects worldwide, tapped three Viper systems to supply fog effects for the dressing-room mirror scene and the entrance to the Phantom's dungeon as well as a Power-Tiny to create atmosphere for the descent into the dungeon.

"We needed to have a smooth output down in the low percentage range," explains AES President Matt Dillingham. "With most systems, when you get down around 15 percent or less they tend to puff or you hear that "cycling" sound. But with Look Solutions' Viper, that's not the case. They're very smooth down to 1 or 2 percent which is absolutely what we had to have for the show."

The Viper NT is a compact, DMX-controlled fog generator with a powerful output adjustable in one-percent increments from 0-99 producing tiny fog clouds to the thickest fog.

Dillingham also found the Viper's "very conservative fluid consumption really impressive. We bought several gallons of fluid figuring we were going to blow through it just during rehearsals, but after several rehearsals and over 40 shows, we still haven't had to refill the units yet."

Overall, AES had has "no problems or issues" with the trio of Vipers, he reports. "I love the fact that they have a built-in hanging apparatus on the frames which makes them very easy to mount. We had a very quick install for the dungeon decent segment."

Look Solutions' Power-Tiny is a small, quick, efficient battery-operated fog generator. It couples high flexibility and a powerful output with one-hand operation, an adjustable output and one-second heat-up time. For "Phantom," the unit is deployed by a deck-effects technician who walks across the stage with the Power-Tiny just prior to the lights coming up on the dungeon scene.

"The Power Tiny's reliability and minimal fluid consumption has also made it an essential tool for this production," Dillingham says.

Based in Germany, Look Solutions manufactures high performance fog machines, haze machines, mini foggers, accessories and fluids at reasonable prices. Look Solutions USA, located in south-central Pennsylvania, serves customers in the US, Canada and Mexico. For more information, or to request a demo machine for evaluation, visit www.fogspecs.com or call Hunter Totty, Sales Manager, at 1-800-426-4189.

 

Look Solutions Hazers Used On "War Of The Worlds" Movie (June, 2005)

War Of The Worlds picture Waynesboro, PA -- Look Solutions’ high performance Unique hazers were used extensively for the filming of War of the Worlds, a Steven Spielberg film that opens June 29. The Uniques were used to create a hazy atmosphere in the sci-fi feature that’s based on the classic H.G. Wells novel.

“The Unique’s high output and fine controllability made it the obvious choice for this customer” said Doug Weber, President of Theatre Effects, the Cincinnati-based company that supplied the machines. “In fact, its excellent reliability record, combined with its price, compact size, and the fact that it’s water-based, has made the Unique pretty much the only hazer we sell nowadays.”

The film stars Tom Cruise and is a modern day version of the classic 1953 production, but set in New England and truer to the original novel. It’s said to have required 500 effects shots, more than any other Spielberg-directed film to date. The Uniques performed flawlessly throughout this demanding schedule.

Look Solutions fog machines were also used for two other features being released in June. Herbie Fully Loaded used battery-operated Power-Tiny machines for all the car’s smoke effects, and a Viper NT fog generator was used to create smoke during the filming of Dukes of Hazzard.

For more information on Look Solutions machines visit www.fogspecs.com and www.looksolutions.com

 

Chitty Chitty Chooses Look Solutions (March, 2005)

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang picture Look Solutions fog generators are out in full force at Broadway’s Hilton Theatre this year. Chitty Chitty Bang Bang uses a dozen of the German-made machines to create the required atmospheric effects, night after night.

Tiny Foggers are used in several props throughout the performance. Its tiny size and the fact that it’s battery-powered means it can go where no other fog machine has gone before. Specifically, Tiny Foggers are built into the Baron’s car, haircutting machine, breakfast machine, and wrecked car, with several additional units in the sweet factory.

Viper NT fog machines are utilized in smokestacks on the pirate ship and in the sweet factory. The ability of the Vipers to operate in a vertical orientation was an important consideration in their selection. By pointing the foggers straight up, an instantaneous and powerful jet of “smoke” can be created, whereas ducting the fog would seriously hinder both of those attributes. The Viper NT is also maintenance-free - no cleaning solutions are used yet the heater won’t clog - and its reliability has been well proven through its daily trouble-free use in many Broadway and Vegas shows over the past several years.

An Orka fog machine is used at one point to get a lot of fog onto the stage very quickly. At 9,000 watts, the Orka is the most powerful fog generator currently manufactured. It contains 3 heater blocks and 2 fluid paths in an extremely compact housing. DMX control is integral, as is a connector to control an optional external fan.

“We are extremely proud that our products have been chosen for this show” said Nathan Kahn, head of Look Solutions’ American office. “Customers are learning that there’s really something to be said for German engineering - it’s not just a myth. Anyone who visits our R&D and manufacturing facilities can readily see that our attention to detail is second to none.”

For more information about Look Solutions fog and haze products, call 1-800-426-4189, or view their websites at www.looksolutions.com and www.fogspecs.com.

 

New Product - Touring Unique (September, 2004)

Touring Unique picture Look Solutions’ popular water-base hazer, the Unique, is now available as a touring version. The new Touring Unique is built into a flight case. It can be operated without taking it out of the case - just remove the lid and plug it in - warmup time is only 1 minute. Then you can create huge (or small) amounts of water-base haze by utilizing the stand-alone controls, or an Analog or DMX controller. The pump and fan can be adjusted separately in steps of 1%, so any desired effect can be achieved. The machine is practically silent and the LED-display and clear symbols allow for easy operation. Special fluid yields an optimal haze effect with minimal fluid consumption (the 2 liter canister lasts, on average, 50 hours). The Touring Unique has 3 handles for easy transporting and storage. Warranty is one year. More information is available at www.looksolutions.com or by calling 1-800-426-4189.

 

Look Solutions Opens American Office (June, 2004)

Nathan Kahn picture Ronnenberg, Germany -- Look Solutions, manufacturer of the Tiny Fogger and other professional fog and haze products, has opened a North American branch office. Look Solutions USA, Ltd. is responsible for distribution, dealer support, and warranty service in Canada, the United States, and Mexico. The new office is headed up by Nathan Kahn, former President of Theatre Effects, Inc., a manufacturer of special effects and the previous distributor of Look’s machines.

“We are pleased to be able to offer this additional service to our North American customers” said Kirsten Eicher, Managing Director of Look Solutions. “The Tiny Fogger, Unique hazer, and Viper have become incredibly popular in this region over the past few years. We’re gratified that American customers hold our products in such high regard, and we want to support them in every way we can. Additionally, as we design new products - such as the Power Tiny introduced at last LDI - we want to make these products instantly available in this region. Maintaining an office in the USA that’s exclusively dedicated to Look products will allow us to provide the best service possible to our dealers and end-users.”

The new office is located in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, and stocks the complete line of Look Solutions machines, accessories, fluids, and parts. You can request a free product catalog by calling 1-800-426-4189 or by emailing usa@looksolutions.com. Information is also available on the company’s website www.looksolutions.com.

 

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