"I never perfected an invention that I did not think about in terms of the service it might give others... I find out what the world needs, then I proceed to invent." –Thomas Edison

Thomas Edison's invention of the incandescent light bulb in 1879 revolutionised our way of life, creating a future bright with possibility that few ever could have imagined. Today, we rely on electricity to operate our homes, offices, and industries; power computers and the Internet; run various forms of transportation; provide communications and of course power our home entertainment!

We have come a long way since Edison's invention of the light bulb in 1879.

Clipsal C-Bus Electrical Management

Enter Alfred Gerard. In 1920 he developed the first Clipsal products in South Australia, a range of adjustable conduit fittings that 'clips all' sizes of conduit, inspiring the brand name Clipsal.

Like Clipsal adjustable conduit fittings did more than 80 years ago, the company has changed the electrical industry through its focus on producing the world's most advanced, yet user friendly, range of electronic switching and energy management automation products.

The turning point for Clipsal in building automation came in 1994, when they launched the Clipsal C-Bus Energy Management System, which has been instrumental in helping people to understand the importance of large scale energy management with the benefit to substantially reduce power usage and thus save money! The end user has also been provided with advanced functionality that is easy to use and flexible to enable system functions to be modified or more features added at a later date.

Why Should You Choose Clipsal C-Bus?

For the same reasons Audio Trends did! The Clipsal Integrated Systems' portfolio of products and personnel represents the foundations of a company that will provide truly intelligent, innovative products, which we believe are changing the way we see electrical installations.

These changes will be exciting, firstly because we will witness technology being taken to new limits and secondly, because it is taking positive steps in addressing the serious issue of conserving energy and natural resources through a genuine, flexible and realistic approach to caring for the world's fragile environment.

Since the first Clipsal product was manufactured 80 years ago, Gerard Industries has maintained a steadfast commitment to providing the highest quality products and customer support and focus.

Clipsal Integrated Systems represents a new direction for Gerard Industries, one that Audio Trends are excited and proud to be part of, as I am sure you will be too.

Elan Home Systems is a leading manufacturer of innovative, award-winning distributed audio/video and home automation systems. Based in Lexington, Kentucky, USA, the company’s systems were the first to integrate audio, video, phones and third-party products to create a seamless, easy-to-use “whole house” experience. The company’s unique products provide complete lifestyle, feature-rich solutions, yet can be configured to fit the specific needs of every homeowner. Elan products are distributed through a comprehensive channel of select Dealers through 60 countries worldwide.

Leading Construction Automation Technology Magazine Recognizes Elan as One of the Year’s Most Innovative and Exciting Companies in the Home Building Market for Second Consecutive Year.

Elan Home Systems, a leading manufacturer of award-winning distributed audio/video and home automation systems, is one of technology’s hottest companies, according to ‘Constructech’ magazine. For the second year in a row, the construction automation and technology-focused publication honoured Elan with its Technology’s Hottest Company award for the contributions that the company has brought to the residential building market.

“We are very honoured and excited to be recognised by the construction industry as one of the year’s most innovative companies for the second year,” stated Bob Farinelli, Elan’s President and Chief Technical Officer. “Our team continues to strive to develop best of breed, whole house audio/video and automation systems that will suit, and add significant value to, any size job or budget. With this in mind, it is particularly rewarding to be viewed as a company on the cutting-edge of its field by such a prestigious publication and our industry peers.”

The Technology’s Hottest awards recognize a highly select group of software and hardware vendors that have created innovative applications for the construction community. Constructech’s editors selected the companies as Technology’s Hottest based on number of years in business and products they had developed that were new, innovative and exciting to the construction community. Other key factors included revenue growth and significant customer growth, both of which Elan has been fortunate to have consistently achieved over the years.

“Distributed audio/video and home automation are excellent ways to improve everyday life in the home,” said Peggy Smedley, Editorial Director for Constructech. “Over the past decade, ELAN has been a trailblazer in providing these kinds of products and lifestyle benefits, which in turn have added value to our builders’ products. These will become products that no home will be without and we are delighted to extend this honour to Elan.”

Elan is one of the fastest-growing companies in custom audio/video. Since a management-led buyout from the Square D Company, the company has experienced a staggering 800 percent sales growth. Today, the company offers more than 350 products and holds nearly 30 patents for a wide variety of audio, video and control technologies.

In addition to the award-winning VIA!® and Elan control systems, Elan participates in almost every custom audio/video product category, including speakers, structured wiring, user interfaces, control systems, audio and video distribution systems, amplifiers, value-added music source components and more. Elan products are designed to work together as systems that provide entertainment throughout the home and are offered to suit nearly every taste and budget.