Philadelphia, PA — November 19, 2024 — Exertis Almo, recognized as the largest and most specialized value-added AV distributor in North America, has been named the exclusive distributor for select models of Planar’s line of Leyard® LED video wall solutions for the Pro AV integrator channel. This partnership focuses on the Leyard® VDS Series line of Chip on Board indoor fine pixel pitch LED video walls and the Leyard® MGS Series line of outdoor fine pixel pitch LED video walls, both of which are currently available for order through Exertis Almo.
“Being named the sole North American distributor for these LED video wall product lines is a significant milestone in our longstanding relationship with Planar,” said Tom Keefe, Category Manager for Direct View LED at Exertis Almo. “The Leyard LED video wall solutions combine Planar’s best-in-class technology and support with a value-focused line of LED displays that will make LED video walls accessible for a wider range of installations. Additionally, the displays are stocked exclusively by Exertis Almo in the US for the Pro AV channel, which empowers our integrators to respond to customers with reduced delivery demands.”
To support the Planar LED video wall lines, Exertis Almo has appointed dedicated experts, including Tom Keefe, Direct View LED Category Manager and Amy Krezowski, Business Development Manager – Brand Specialist.
“Exertis Almo’s experience and success in AV sales, design, installation, and post-sales support, paired with dedicated expert internal resources, positions them as the ideal distributor for these LED video wall solutions,” commented Phil Sykes, Director of North America Channel Sales for Planar. “We look forward to continuing to expand our partnership with Exertis Almo by making these value-driven products more accessible to US Pro AV channel partners and end users.”
Featured Planar LED Video Walls Available Through Exertis Almo:
- Leyard VDS Series The VDS Series offers high-resolution indoor LED displays with fine pixel pitches and a durable, glossy surface. Utilizing Chip on Board (COB) technology with flip chip LEDs, these displays provide outstanding contrast, viewing angles, and brightness. Fully encapsulated, they are resistant to collisions, scratches, static, and environmental factors like water and dust.
- Leyard MGS Series The MGS series features a lightweight aluminum structure and waterproof Glue on Board (GOB) technology, making it resilient in challenging outdoor environments. Its energy-efficient cooling system and redundant power/data backup ensure reliability, while High Dynamic Range (HDR) compatibility makes it perfect for applications like digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising, retail, and transportation hubs.
The LED video wall solutions by Planar are available now to the Pro AV integration channel through Exertis Almo. For more information, visit Planar on exertisalmo.com.
About Exertis Almo
Exertis Almo is the largest value-added North American Professional AV distributor offering its reseller partners the most expansive range of products, managed services, technical support and training to drive business growth and generate profits. Formed in 2022 following Exertis’ acquisition of Almo Corporation, Exertis Almo harnesses the combined sales, service, marketing and subject matter expertise of Almo Professional A/V and Exertis Pro AV to deliver customized business development strategies, programs and educational events that enable partners to thrive. With a highly-accomplished joint leadership team, more than 300 employees, 12 distribution facilities, and 2.7 million square feet of warehousing space, Exertis Almo provides the specialization and resources its partners need while maintaining the personal distribution approach they expect. For more information about Exertis Almo, go to www.exertisalmo.com.
About Planar
Planar is a global leader in display and digital signage technology, providing premier solutions for the world’s most demanding environments. Retailers, educational institutions, government agencies, businesses, utilities and energy firms, and home theater enthusiasts all depend on Planar to provide superior performance when image experience is of the highest importance. Planar LED and LCD video walls, large format LCD displays, transparent OLED displays, interactive touch screen monitors and many other solutions are used by the world’s leading organizations in applications ranging from digital signage to simulation and from interactive kiosks to large-scale data visualization. For more information, go to www.planar.com.
