The convergence between AV and IT is a topic that has been driving the industry for years. Kindermann GmbH, distributor and manufacturer of presentation and media technology, is expanding its product range and becoming the exclusive distribution partner of ZeeVee for Germany. The US company is one of the leading specialists for AV-over-IP signal management systems, and its entire product portfolio will be available from Kindermann starting September 1, 2024.
ZeeVee has significantly shaped the AV and IT industry with its encoders, decoders and software. Above all, the reliability, quality and ease of installation of the products have earned the company a high level of recognition in professional circles. The product range includes AV-over-IP, RF modulation and IP streaming platforms for almost all requirements - from the corporate environment to education, hospitality and retail. ZeeVee is a founding member of the SDVoE Alliance and a PSNI Global Alliance Vendor Partner. ZeeVee is headquartered in the Boston area with European headquarters in Augsburg, Germany.
"With Kindermann GmbH , we Kindermann GmbH gained one of the most renowned distributors on the German market as our partner. The company's established, comprehensive dealer network and experienced experts will provide optimal support for our expansion in Germany. We are therefore looking forward to a successful collaboration," says Jan Arne Rosenstein, Managing Director of ZeeVee Germany.
"ZeeVee's outstanding AV-over-IP signal management systems are the perfect addition to our product portfolio. The solutions impress with their quality and intuitive use—features that fit perfectly with our philosophy. With ZeeVee, we have gained an excellent specialist and, as the exclusive distributor in Germany, we have scored points with our customers," says Thomas Gerner, Head of Product Management at Kindermann GmbH.
First live impressions of the ZeeVee products can already be gathered on the Kindermann Xperience Tour in the fall. The distributor will then be stopping off in three German cities(Stuttgart - 24.09.24, Wolfsburg - 26.09.24, Dresden - 10.10.24) to give dealers, specialist planners and system integrators hands-on experience with relaxed networking.
About ZeeVee
ZeeVee is a leading provider of AV signal management solutions. The company has revolutionized the professional AV and IT industry with its award-winning encoders, decoders and software. Integrators and AV consultants trust the reliability, value and ease of installation of ZeeVee's AV-over-IP, RF modulation and IP streaming platforms. Customers come from the corporate, university, government, healthcare, casino, museum, hospitality and retail industries. The company is a founding member of the SDVoE Alliance and a PSNI Global Alliance Vendor Partner. It has a GSA plan and its products are TAA compliant. ZeeVee is headquartered in the Boston area, with European headquarters in Augsburg, Germany, and a Southeast Asia office in Singapore.
This year, the manufacturer and distributor is organizing the "Kindermann Xperience Tour" in three German cities. The company is thus enabling even more interested parties to take part.
Following the great success of Xperience Day 2023, Kindermann will be expanding the event to three locations this year. Event locations of leading car manufacturers have been selected for this:
"We have already enjoyed plenty of stadium atmosphere this year. That's why we wanted to set a different tone for our Xperience Tour. We opted for 'Made in Germany' and chose renowned car manufacturers as venues – an exciting setting for the presentation of pioneering new products," says Dominic Hoffmann, Head of Marketing at Kindermann GmbH.
All dealers, specialist planners and system integrators who are interested in innovations in the fields of conferencing, collaboration and connectivity are invited to attend. Visitors can expect innovations not only from Kindermann, but also from distribution partners such as Bose Professional, Legrand, LG, MAXHUB, Newline, Optoma, Panasonic, Philips, SONY, Vogel's, Yamaha and ZeeVee.
The perfect mix of presentations, exhibition and networking is rounded off by exciting insights into the automotive industry.
Kindermann Innovations up close
On the tour, participants can experience the new Kindermann TD-40xx touch display and the Klick&Show K-FX Plus live. With its capacitive touch and active stylus, the TD-40xx series offers an operating experience similar to that of a (Surface) tablet. It offers the user plenty of space for creative development on 65 to 86 inches and can also be used as a "table", i.e. horizontally. The new Klick&Show K-FX Plus supports the proven collaboration functions, a dual-screen function for even more presentation space and two USB cameras on the input side. It also impresses with its simple plug & play installation, which is also possible without admin rights. The new 4K transmitters are available for wireless content sharing.
Kindermann GmbH, a manufacturer and distributor that is one of the established suppliers of school equipment, and avony GmbH, known for its Education Cloud, are now working even more closely together. The aim of this cooperation is to offer perfectly coordinated complete solutions for the digital classroom.
Both companies are aware of the demands and challenges that digitalization in education entails. This is not just about the compatibility of hardware and software, but also about high quality standards, sustainability, ease of use and, above all, compliance with security and data protection regulations.
A perfect example of this is the interaction between the SOTI MobiControl and EDU Control device management systems and the interactive displays from Kindermann. SOTI MobiControl makes the data protection-compliant use of Google accounts child's play, while EDU Control allows the displays to be managed so that they can be used in an educationally sustainable and energy-efficient manner. The user interface has been specially developed to meet the needs of teachers. The solutions for the digital classroom are designed by Kindermann and avony to relieve teachers, promote inclusion and deliver added educational value.
With their in-depth expertise, Kindermann and avony offer not only competent advice, but also on-site support, service and assistance. This not only facilitates digitization, but also ensures smooth operation.
Further information at kindermann and www.education-cloud.eu
LANG BARANDAY AG is taking over the distribution of the Kindermann product range in Switzerland with immediate effect.
LANG BARANDAY AG is an established wholesaler in the Swiss ProAV market. The company Baranday AG, based in Zurich, was founded in 2006 by Nicola Votta. The merger with LANG AG in Lindlar in 2017 enabled the distributor to expand its portfolio. The Kindermann brand products are the perfect addition to open up further business areas or to be able to offer its customers complete solutions. The Kindermann range includes touch displays, universal collaboration solutions Klick&Showdisplay and projector mounts as well as a wide selection of desktop connection panels.
Nicola Votta, CEO of LANG BARANDAY AG, is pleased to announce the strategic partnership with Kindermann : "The cooperation with this renowned company in the field of audiovisual solutions for the education and office communication sector enables us to offer our customers high-quality products with innovative features. The expertise of Kindermann and our joint focus on the highest standards in technology and customer satisfaction promise a successful development and further strengthen our position."
"We are delighted about the partnership with LANG BARANDAY. Switzerland is an important country for us in our international expansion strategy. We have now gained a strong and valued distributor who shares our corporate philosophy: high-quality products, in-depth expertise, and outstanding service," says Gerhard Zawatzki, Head of Sales International, Kindermann GmbH.
Kindermann GmbH its management team with the addition of Diana Gerner, effective January 1, 2024. She will be responsible for finance, HR, and administration. Together with Timo Meißner, she will shape the future of the manufacturer and distributor in the ProAV industry.
Diana Gerner, a real Kindermann home-grown talent, is joining the management team. She began her career at the Eibelstadt-based company after completing her degree in economics in September 2009. She has held various positions, from assistant to the managing directors and finance to member of the management board, responsible for HR and finance with power of attorney.
"Kindermann is my home and it fills me with pride that I have been entrusted with such a responsible position here. Having worked for the company for many years, I am very familiar with the processes, opportunities and challenges and am now looking forward to tackling this challenging task," ,
Diana Gerner, Managing Director of Kindermann GmbH.
"In Diana Gerner, we have had an experienced specialist in finance and HR in our ranks for many years. This expertise, combined with her in-depth knowledge of the industry, will enrich our management team on many levels.We look forward to working with her to steer Kindermann GmbH a successful future."
Timo Meißner, Managing Director of Kindermann GmbH. He is responsible for sales, marketing, logistics, production, and development.
Kindermann GmbH final victory against Barco N.V. at the Court of Appeal in The Hague, Netherlands. This confirms that Kindermann's collaboration solution Klick&Show does not infringe on the patent asserted by the Belgian company.
Back in 2021, the Dutch court of first instance rejected the accusation of patent infringement, even assuming that the patent was legally valid. Barco appealed at that time. On July 18, 2023, the Court of Appeal in The Hague has now confirmed the first-instance decision and also the revocation of Barco's patent in the Netherlands after Barco withdrew its appeal.
"We are very pleased that the patent dispute in the Netherlands has now been concluded. This also signals legal certainty for our trading partners. In the meantime, we have Klick&Show continued to develop. The result is universal BYOM & BYOD solutions that ideally meet the requirements of the new worlds of work and education."
says Timo Meißner, Managing Director of Kindermann GmbH.
At present, proceedings on the validity of Barco's patent are still underway at the European Patent Office. Here, Kindermann is not alone; other providers of similar collaboration solutions also doubt the validity of the patent, a view that the EPO's Opposition Division has also endorsed and revoked the patent. Barco has filed an appeal against this.
Further information: www.klickandshow.com
Despite all the crises, Kindermann GmbH achieved double-digit sales growth in the last two years. This organic growth shows that the Eibelstadt-based company made the right decisions at the right time.
Double-digit growth
Kindermann achieved sales growth of 26% in both fiscal years 2021 and 2022. This was due on the one hand to the expansion of the distribution portfolio, but also to the introduction of new proprietary products, which contributed significantly to this result. Particularly noteworthy here are the Kindermann touch display product families. These not only offer high-performance features, but were also particularly impressive thanks to the intuitive user interface developed in-house, which is the same across all display series.
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Setting the course for the future
Last year, Kindermann embarked on a comprehensive transformation process and also set an example with its new brand identity. With its "excellent25" strategy, the company launched a quality offensive and a focus on key topics such as conferencing, connectivity and collaboration. The goal is clearly defined: To create an excellent Kindermann experience for partners and users. To this end, new key positions have also been created and competently filled. Kindermann also intends to expand its distribution network on the international market.
The global expansion strategy relies exclusively on own products. ISE 2023 showed that Made in Germany continues to be of great importance. For example, the company was able to present the new all-in-one solution Huddle65M which can be used to transform any room into an interactive hybrid working environment. In addition, work on a new dealer online store is currently in full swing.
Under the sign of sustainability
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The company site in Eibelstadt near Würzburg is also home to the production facility of Kindermann. This is where desk connection panels, brackets, ceiling lifts and media furniture are manufactured. Every manufacturing process consumes a lot of energy, but Kindermann sets an example for sustainability.
In June 2022, 500 photovoltaic modules were commissioned on the roof of the logistics hall. These currently generate more than 60 % of the total electricity requirement. In the first quarter of 2023, the installation of a further 700 modules on the roof of the production hall will follow. In total, the plant will generate 400,000 kWh in 2023, which is far in excess of the electricity consumption of Kindermann and will be fed into the grid.
In comparison, this output could supply 80 households with four people with energy for a year. Further measures are being planned.
"We are pleased with the positive sales development in recent years, despite a difficult market environment. Of course, we would like to continue this trend in the coming years. To this end, we set a new course last year and sent out a signal with our new corporate image. Furthermore, we are not only expanding our own portfolio, but are also focusing specifically on distribution. Now we have to live this new philosophy in order to meet the new market requirements as well as our own demands. Our goal remains the same, because we don't want to be the biggest, but the best",
Timo Meißner, Managing Director of Kindermann GmbH.
Kindermann GmbH its touch display range with the new TD-11 series. These interactive displays enable intuitive collaboration and impress with their future-proof features and outstanding value for money. The series includes 55-, 65-, 75-, and 86-inch models.
Almost exactly three years ago, Kindermann launched its first own touch displays on the market. The success confirms the company's decision at that time, which is now further expanding its portfolio to meet all requirements. The changes in the world of work and school have extremely increased the demand for interactive displays. Both areas are about collaboration and knowledge transfer, but also about sustainable investments. The new TD-11 series combines intuitive operation with high functionality as well as performance while preserving budgets.
Optimal touch precision
The new Kindermann TD-11 touch displays impress with their natural and very precise writing feel, which is made possible by zero-gap technology. Thanks to the support of up to 40 touch points, several people can work on the display at the same time, and the Microsoft Pen Protocol 2.0 is also supported. The 4K UHD resolution ensures a perfect and detailed display.
Future proof equipment
A powerful octa-core processor, WiFi 6, and an Android 11 operating system ensure a sustainable investment. The connectivity is impressive. Among other things, an HDMI 2.0 input and a USB-C port that supports picture, sound, data, and touch and offers 65 watts of charging power are available on the front.
Other ports are easily accessible on the side of the displays, including another USB-C port. Furthermore, an OPS slot, two HDMI 2.0 and a DisplayPort input as well as other common interfaces are found there. Separate touch inputs via USB for each video input provide further convenience. This way, they don't have to be reconnected when changing sources. A 2x 20 W stereo sound system ensures the best audio playback.
Typical Kindermann look-and-feel
The new interactive displays feature the same user interface as the TD-20xx series introduced in 2022 by Kindermann. This has been specially developed for intuitive operation and ensures that meetings or lessons can start without delay. In addition, the same apps are installed, such as EShare, a software for the wireless transfer of content. This creates a uniform look and feel across all Kindermann touch display series. This is an advantage for customers who want to use different model series now and in the future.
Prices and availability
The TD-11xx series will be available in the first quarter of 2023 at prices starting at €1,590 plus VAT.
Kindermann, one of the leading providers of innovative presentation and media technology, is bringing its new claim "proudly presents" to life at ISE 2023. In addition to successfully established solutions, many new products will also be presented under the company's own brand. Simple installation and user-friendliness are the focus of all the products on show.
New look for new working worlds
At ISE 2023, the new Kindermann touch display TD-30105-UW can be admired for the first time. This 105-inch panel impresses with its slim design as well as its 21:9 aspect ratio in 5K resolution. As a result, it offers more space for visualizations without taking up more vertical space. This ultrawide format is ideal for new work environments like Microsoft Front Row (Microsoft Teams Rooms), where all remote participants are displayed in a gallery view at the bottom of the display. The new touch display does not require an Android operating system as it relies on an integrated state-of-the-art Windows OPS PC with Intel i7 processor, 16 GB DDR4 RAM, pre-installed Windows 10 Pro, WiFi 6 and two Thunderbolt 4 ports. Two DisplayPort interfaces support 5K resolution in particular, among other advantages. Matching this extraordinary size, Kindermann also offers a roll stand for its new touch display.
The simple way to manage signals
The Kindermann MultiSwitch 21 HDBT is the ideal product for the use of UC devices such as video soundbars, cameras and hands-free devices in meeting rooms. Of course, it is also suitable for KVM applications. The multi-format switch for HDMI, USB-C incl. USB data signals supports resolutions up to 4K/60 (4:4:4) as well as HDCP 2.2, with all data transmitted uncompressed at a maximum of 18 Gbit/s over a distance of up to 100 meters via a single CAT 6/7 thanks to HD-BaseT 3.0. The Kindermann MultiSwitch 21 HDBT can be easily integrated into the company network and can thus also be controlled via a web interface.
Affordable touch displays
Kindermann presents its new TD-11 touch display series at ISE 2023, which impress with their rich features and intuitive Kindermann user interface. Thanks to a powerful processor, WiFi 6, two USB-C interfaces and Android 11 operating system, they are future-proof and that at a low investment cost. The series includes 55-, 65-, 75- and 86-inch sizes, each with 40 touch points as well as wireless screen sharing.
DisplayShift²
Kindermann DisplayShift² is a manual, infinitely variable height adjustment system for displays up to 86 inches. It features a newly developed spring tensioning mechanism that prevents the spring from stretching. Three models are available: the two "Classic" versions with different maximum load capacities (up to 43 kg or up to 74 kg). The DisplayShift² Wings (up to 78 kg with accessories) has been specially developed for the education sector and is equipped with wings.
Kindermann announces the cooperation with Tukans. The British distributor is from now on the sales partner for the Kindermann KLICK&SHOW product family and touch displays in the UK and Ireland.
York-based AV distributor Tukans was born in 2003 from the desire of its founders, Yvonne Womersley and Andrew Popely, to find, use and tell others about innovative AV products. Since 2020, Tukans has been part of the CUK Group along with two other AV distribution companies in the UK and Ireland - CUK (Glasgow) and CUK Video and Audio (Dublin).
"Our strength in our home market of Germany is based on innovative products and solutions supported by a team of experts. Customers in international markets will benefit greatly from our product offering, but this requires the support of strong local partners who share the Kindermann ethos. With Tukans, we now have such a partner for two key European markets."
Romano Cunsolo, head of international sales at Kindermann
"Our partnership with Kindermann enables integrators in the UK and Ireland to offer their customers some of the best conference room technology available today. The wireless presentation and collaboration kits in the KLICK&SHOW product range are already impressing our customers with their ease of use and high performance compared to competing products."
Stuart Thomson, Managing Director of Tukans
"Success in business is based on personal relationships and the Tukans and Kindermann teams already have a good connection. A notable example of this is when Simon, without hesitation, stepped in at the last minute to replace the Kindermann team at the local Eibelstadt company run when he was in Germany recently."
Simon Druce, Director Sales of Tukans
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