Braehead Arena is home to the Glasgow Clan Ice Hockey team, but the multi-purpose venue hosts a huge range of events, including tennis, boxing, concerts and exhibitions. ADI’s installation was timed to ensure that the screens were ready for the start of the 24/25 ice hockey season, at the start of September.
TURN-KEY SOLUTION
ADI provided a complete turn-key solution for the project, which required the design and construction of a four-sided structure to accommodate the four screens.
The structure is rectangular in shape, with larger screens (15m2) on the wider sides and smaller screens (8m2) facing the goals, echoing the shape of the venue beneath. Each side is angled downwards to ensure optimum viewing angles for viewers and includes full cladding to create a solid structure.
The LED screens all use ADI’s proprietary MT LED range – a lightweight and slimline product with a range of features to drive impressive energy efficiencies, performance, reliability, and sustainability over product lifespan. The Arena opted for the MT5; a fine pitch screen with a 5mm resolution that delivers exceptional levels of clarity and contrast.
ADI have also supplied a complete content management system allowing for the venue to easily switch between types of content usage that different events require. The solution includes a scoreboard software platform designed specifically for ice hockey usage.
From Concept to Project delivery
ADI visualised and proposed a number of options with varying screen sizes for the client. Once they had chosen, ADI took charge of designing and manufacturing the bespoke frame, constructed using galvanised steel and delivered to site in two pieces, to enable it to fit through the access doors.
After bolting together on the floor in the centre of the arena, ADI populated the frame with all four screens and then added the bespoke cladding. The screen was then lifted above the venue into its regular position. The venue are able to change the height of the screen cube, using the four-pulley hoist system that ADI have installed.
A Revolution for Fan Engagement
The installation of the new state-of-the-art display system is set to revolutionise how fans engage with the action during Clan home game nights.
The screens will provide instant replays, real-time statistics, and dynamic visuals to ensure that fans don’t miss a moment of the thrilling on-ice action.
This upgrade will also allow for more immersive pre-game entertainment and in-game features, adding to the electrifying atmosphere Clan fans are known for.
ADI are synonymous with football stadium LED screens, but this is the first ice arena we have installed in. It’s exactly the kind of bespoke solution that we specialise in – our customers appreciate that we are able to firstly work with them to design a solution and then able to take ownership of every aspect of the construction, installation and delivery. The new screen cube looks fantastic and we’re excited to see how Braehead Arena add to the atmosphere, not only at the ice hockey but for the many other events that the Arena hosts throughout the year.
We’re always looking for ways to improve the game day experience for our supporters, and this new addition is a massive step in that direction. The new screens will not only enhance the overall fan experience but also take our in-arena entertainment to a whole new level. We’d like to thank everyone at ADI, Braehead Shopping Centre and Renfrewshire Council for supporting our project aspirations.
