Innovative line of AV equipment supports is the latest addition to CUK growing residential range and be experienced at EI Live! 2023.
AV distributor CUK Group has signed a deal to distribute exclusively the Erard Pro range of AV support furniture to residential and commercial integrators in the UK and Ireland.
Based in Lyon, France, and established for over six decades, Erard Pro designs and manufactures support furniture for audiovisual equipment in commercial and residential spaces. Known for its innovation, Erard Pro offers a wide range of standard solutions, including mounts for all types of screens, enclosures for screens, totems/kiosks, projector mounts, mobile carts, projection screens and connection systems for discreet and harmonious integration.
It’s also built a strong reputation for its custom work, relying on the proven skills and imagination of its R&D team to develop bespoke solutions in-house for commercial and residential clients. Manufacturing for professional applications is based entirely in France for timely project fulfilment. Innovative material design involves the use of recycled aluminium, steel and other materials to maintain a low carbon production footprint.
Range highlights
Taking a high profile in CUK’s offering and exemplifying Erard Pro’s desire for practicality and durability, the ‘Do-iT’ range of TV mounts is designed for easy, labour saving, single person installation. The ‘FIXiT’ ultra-thin fixed wall mounts and ‘TILTiT’ tilting wall mounts (25° tilt) place the screen just 16mm from the wall surface. Together with the ‘TWISTiT’ tilting and swivelling wall mounts (25° tilt, 180° swivel), they include an integrated spirit level and off-centre spacers to correct horizontality after drilling. Once the TV is locked in position it can be released via a simple pull cord which is stored behind the screen away from prying fingers.
From the same range, the BOXiT model includes an integrated ‘pop-out’ rack for AV devices such as STBs/ Sky Q etc, which slides discreetly from behind the screen, making access to boxes and connections easy.
Additionally, the STANDiT design is an elegant, height-adjustable mount cleverly conceived to stand securely flush with the wall (aided by an adjustable stabilising pad), avoiding drilling altogether. It’s the perfect choice where drilling is unwanted or impractical: into glass partitions for instance.
Erard Pro’s time saving designs mean that multiple installations can be completed securely and to a high standard by a single person in a fraction of the time taken up by more conventional mounts, says the maker.
Mobile applications are served by Erard Pro’s newest line. The KANA floor stand is designed to meet flexible needs in the home, business and public premises. Accessories include a bracket for peripheral devices, a soundbar mount and a tempered glass shelf. The supporting pole is available in a chrome or wood finish to suit the environment. KANA has large multidirectional caster wheels for easy mobility on most floor types, including parquet and wooden floors. It can also operate as a fixed stand using height-adjustable feet.
Commenting on the new partnership with Erard Pro, CUK MD Stuart Thomson said: “CUK specialises in offering CI integrators the most innovative solutions, saving them time and adding value. Erard Pro fits this model perfectly, which is why we’re delighted to be supporting the brand exclusively in the UK and Ireland.”
Robert Hallam, Erard Pro’s UK/Ireland Sales Manager says, “As a manufacturer that places product innovation and customer service at the forefront of everything we do, we are delighted to partner with a company that embodies this. We are very excited to appoint CUK Group as our UK and Ireland distributor for the Erard Pro range of innovative screen mount solutions.”
Check out Erard Pro at the CUK stand 174, EI Live! 2023.