Daniel J SaitThis new award was presented to Eurosat London Branch at the CAI Gala Awards Dinner on 22 March, and is designed to recognise trade counters whose customers feel that they go out of their way to offer good service, value and support.
The award was decided by the CAI members, on a one member one vote basis. All Nominated Representatives of CAI Member Companies received a one-time only use token to vote. The award this year was presented to Eurosat London.
Members were directed to a unique website and asked for the trade counter company name and branch name (if appropriate) and were provided with an opportunity to name a member of staff they felt worthy of a special mention, and to say why you think that trade counter deserves the award.
Strictly only CAI member companies are eligible to win the CAI Trade Counter of the Year Award and all CAI member companies were entitled to one vote.
In 2023 only companies with a physical sales space were eligible, not those who have telephone and online sales only.
The CAI was formed in 1978 to represent and establish standards in, the TV signal reception industry. Although the technologies the members work with have developed beyond, the core strengths of the CAI remain the same. The organisation sets industry standards, and vets applications to join. Consumers who use a CAI member can be confident that the member they choose will have the skills and expertise necessary to complete their work to the expected standard.
The CAI now represent businesses of all sizes from sole traders to multinationals, who specialise in many different areas of the communication and broadcast industry. Members work in both the domestic and commercial sectors. Whether the CAI member is an installing company, consultant, distributor or manufacturer, they are all experts in their area of the audio, video and data reception and distribution industry.
Eurosat is described as the UK’s largest satellite and aerial equipment distributor to the trade via eight regional branches. The company has branches in London and Ipswich and has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the satellite TV equipment and the consumer electronics industry. With 30 years’ experience in the trade, the company prides itself on having the stock to meet the demands of the industry. Eurosat also offers a no quibble returns, crediting or replacing of faulty equipment under manufacturer’s warranty. Technical advice on all products at our trade counter or on the phone is also available. Eurosat also delivers a training programme so customers can confidently install and supply all the ranges. The company also offers demonstration opportunities for many products from HD Matrix lines to audio systems or CCTV systems. Free system planning – whatever the size or type of the project, is also available.