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Seating <strong>for</strong> <strong>education</strong>, Sport,<br />

<strong>theatre</strong> <strong>and</strong> arenaS.


introduction<br />

Welcome to audience SyStemS –<br />

your destination <strong>for</strong> <strong>seating</strong>.<br />

Our Credentials<br />

• 40 years’ experience designing <strong>and</strong><br />

engineering <strong>seating</strong> solutions.<br />

• Thous<strong>and</strong>s of clients worldwide,<br />

including schools, <strong>sport</strong>s venues,<br />

<strong>theatre</strong>s <strong>and</strong> major <strong>arenas</strong>.<br />

(See our reference list on page 25)<br />

• UK manufacturing <strong>and</strong> design facility<br />

serving both UK <strong>and</strong> export markets.<br />

• Renowned <strong>for</strong> high quality manufacture<br />

to proven designs.<br />

• Durable, low maintenance products that<br />

meet or exceed international st<strong>and</strong>ards.<br />

• Part of the Kotobuki Group – one of the<br />

world’s leading <strong>seating</strong> companies.<br />

Our Services<br />

• Free CAD design <strong>and</strong> consultation<br />

service <strong>for</strong> venues, architects, consultants<br />

<strong>and</strong> contractors.<br />

• Bespoke <strong>and</strong> custom designs <strong>for</strong> both<br />

retractable systems <strong>and</strong> chairs.<br />

• Dedicated project manager <strong>and</strong><br />

installation team <strong>for</strong> each project,<br />

large or small.<br />

• Unparalleled after sales support from<br />

our large, dedicated Service <strong>and</strong><br />

Spares team.<br />

• Good-as-new refurbishment service<br />

<strong>for</strong> any br<strong>and</strong> or type of <strong>seating</strong>.


auditoria 2-3<br />

arenaS & Sport 4-5<br />

lecture <strong>theatre</strong>S 6-7<br />

multi-purpoSe 8-15<br />

RetRactable 10-13<br />

Removable 14-15<br />

chair guide 16-23<br />

auditoRium 16-17<br />

multi-puRpose 17 - 2 1<br />

lectuRe theatRes 22<br />

benches & staging 23<br />

Servicing, partS 24<br />

& refurbiShment<br />

referenceS 25<br />

<strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong> is a member of the British Association of Seating Equipment Suppliers<br />

<strong>and</strong> is accredited to the pre-qualification schemes shown above.<br />

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Redgrave Theatre, UK.<br />

Colorado Convention Centre, USA.


Our pedigree in the <strong>theatre</strong> world<br />

is unquestionable, with a client list<br />

that includes the Royal Albert Hall,<br />

BBC TV Studios <strong>and</strong> Canada’s<br />

National Ballet School.<br />

4 If your venue is multipurpose, turn to pages 8-15.<br />

4 For more in<strong>for</strong>mation about our fixed <strong>theatre</strong> chairs,<br />

turn to page 16.<br />

4 To see our client list, turn to page 25.<br />

“The customer service was great, from the<br />

Sales Rep bringing up samples <strong>and</strong><br />

discussing options, through to the installation.<br />

The installation team were brilliant – really<br />

efficient <strong>and</strong> friendly. We had really positive<br />

feedback from staff <strong>and</strong> senior management<br />

at the college – the seats look great <strong>and</strong><br />

feel sturdy <strong>and</strong> solid.<br />

I am confident that in ten years’ time,<br />

they will still look good!”<br />

David Fells, Theatre Manager & Licensee,<br />

Redgrave Theatre<br />

Islamic Hub, Singapore.<br />

excellent<br />

Service <strong>and</strong><br />

attention<br />

to detail<br />

“<strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong> provided the<br />

Royal Albert Hall with excellent service<br />

<strong>and</strong> attention to detail from conceptual<br />

stage through to delivery of the Espace<br />

628 Matrix floor bar system. We are<br />

extremely happy with the <strong>seating</strong> design<br />

which has reduced setting out time<br />

<strong>and</strong> manual labour.”<br />

Jen Mills, Head of Project Management,<br />

The Royal Albert Hall<br />

Riverside Theatre, UK.<br />

Royal Albert Hall, UK.<br />

Photographer: Chris Christodoulou National Ballet School, Canada.<br />

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arenaS & Sport<br />

For over 40 years, <strong>Audience</strong><br />

<strong>Systems</strong> have worked with some<br />

of the world’s leading <strong>arenas</strong> –<br />

so we underst<strong>and</strong> the operational<br />

<strong>and</strong> financial pressures of running<br />

a major venue. We have earned a<br />

reputation <strong>for</strong> durable, efficient <strong>and</strong><br />

low maintenance <strong>seating</strong> solutions<br />

that also provide the com<strong>for</strong>t<br />

<strong>and</strong> style that modern<br />

audiences dem<strong>and</strong>.<br />

4 More about our retractable <strong>seating</strong> on pages 10 -13.<br />

4 For in<strong>for</strong>mation on removable <strong>seating</strong> see pages 14-15.<br />

4 To find out about our fixed <strong>and</strong> multipurpose chairs,<br />

go to pages 16 -22.<br />

4 To see our client list, turn to page 25.<br />

our cuStomerS<br />

are delighted<br />

Arena Riga, Latvia.<br />

“Definitely I would recommend <strong>Audience</strong><br />

<strong>Systems</strong>. They’ve been very user friendly<br />

<strong>for</strong> us <strong>and</strong> I have recommended them to<br />

various venues, <strong>and</strong> various engineering firms<br />

<strong>and</strong> designers <strong>for</strong> new facilities around Europe.”<br />

Q Willis, Senior Technical Manager,<br />

The O 2 , UK.<br />

“I feel that the overall result was better<br />

than expected <strong>and</strong> our customers<br />

are delighted.”<br />

Girts Krastins, General Manager,<br />

Arena Riga, Latvia.<br />

Wembley Arena, UK.<br />

Castle Leisure Centre, UK. ICC at ExCeL London, UK.<br />

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Liverpool Echo Arena, UK.<br />

O 2 World, Germany.


ORA Arena, Turkey.<br />

BBC Arena, Switzerl<strong>and</strong>.<br />

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<strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong> have a range<br />

of <strong>seating</strong> <strong>for</strong> lecture <strong>theatre</strong>s<br />

with individual or continuous<br />

writing tablets. Our complete<br />

solutions include tough, versatile,<br />

steel-framed tiering where required.<br />

4 For more in<strong>for</strong>mation about chairs with continuous<br />

writing tablets, see page 22.<br />

4 For chairs with foldaway writing tablets,<br />

see pages 17-19.<br />

4 To see our client list, turn to page 25.<br />

very friendly<br />

<strong>and</strong> eaSy to<br />

Work With<br />

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“I am impressed at the level of thought that<br />

goes into every element of the design <strong>and</strong><br />

installation of <strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong>’ <strong>seating</strong>. I am<br />

also impressed by the speed of response on<br />

design changes <strong>and</strong> the willingness to design<br />

<strong>and</strong> engineer bespoke components. I find<br />

the staff at <strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong> very friendly<br />

<strong>and</strong> easy to work with, <strong>and</strong> the products<br />

offered are in my opinion, the best value<br />

on the market.”<br />

Paul Durbidge, Space Planning & Relocations Manager,<br />

London Metropolitan University, UK.<br />

“I would recommend <strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong>.<br />

We have no problems setting the <strong>seating</strong><br />

up <strong>and</strong> in terms of wear <strong>and</strong> tear, the chairs<br />

are still looking good. The service from<br />

<strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong> over the years has<br />

also been good.”<br />

Glenn Smith, Facilities Manager,<br />

The Fashion Retail Academy, London, UK.<br />

Ministry of Education, Singapore.<br />

Budapest College, Budapest, Hungary. City University, UK.


Manchester Metropolitan University, UK.<br />

Walsgrave Hospital, UK.<br />

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National Museum of Singapore.<br />

The Bridge, Glasgow, UK.<br />

Photographer: Alaisdair Smith


<strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong> specialise in<br />

flexible <strong>seating</strong> solutions with fast,<br />

trouble free deployment. Our seats<br />

can be used across retractable,<br />

removable <strong>and</strong> fixed <strong>seating</strong> areas<br />

to create a unique, adaptable<br />

layout <strong>for</strong> each client.<br />

4 More about our retractable <strong>seating</strong> on pages 10 -13.<br />

4 For more about removable <strong>seating</strong>, see pages 14-15.<br />

4 To see our client list, turn to page 25.<br />

audience SyStemS<br />

obviouSly kneW<br />

their Stuff<br />

“The <strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong> <strong>seating</strong> is so easy<br />

to use; I can set the telescopic system up<br />

on my own.”<br />

Letitia Hays, Director of Operations,<br />

CityDance, Strathmore, Maryl<strong>and</strong>, USA.<br />

“The <strong>seating</strong> has been very well received<br />

from a patron perspective in terms of com<strong>for</strong>t<br />

<strong>and</strong> legroom. Theatre staff are very happy<br />

with the system from an operational point<br />

of view – the retraction works well.<br />

Our contact with <strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong> has<br />

been very positive. <strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong><br />

obviously knew what to look <strong>for</strong> <strong>and</strong><br />

knew their stuff.”<br />

Frank R<strong>and</strong>all, Head of Property <strong>and</strong> Operations,<br />

Canada’s National Ballet School, Canada.<br />

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The Mall School, UK. Trusts Stadium, New Zeal<strong>and</strong>.<br />

Bolton Albert Halls, UK.<br />

Noosa Youth Centre, Australia. Dunman High, Singapore.<br />

University of Hert<strong>for</strong>dshire, UK.<br />

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Retractable <strong>seating</strong> allows venues<br />

of all sizes to achieve real flexibility.<br />

A school hall can double as a<br />

per<strong>for</strong>mance space, a lecture<br />

<strong>theatre</strong> can be trans<strong>for</strong>med into<br />

an exam room, or an arena can<br />

be reconfigured <strong>for</strong> ice hockey,<br />

basketball or a rock concert.<br />

<strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong> have installed the<br />

TX Telescopic Plat<strong>for</strong>m System in hundreds<br />

of venues worldwide. Many are still in<br />

every day use after 15-20 years or more.<br />

Benefits of TX<br />

• Renowned <strong>for</strong> strength: built to meet or<br />

exceed international st<strong>and</strong>ards.<br />

• Designed <strong>for</strong> low maintenance <strong>and</strong><br />

low lifetime cost.<br />

• Backed by <strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong>’ unparalleled<br />

engineering <strong>and</strong> customisation capabilities.<br />

• All-steel alignment system ensuring smooth,<br />

reliable opening.<br />

• Robust spring <strong>and</strong> gravity operated<br />

row locks, suitable even <strong>for</strong> use in<br />

earthquake zones.<br />

• Bolted structure constantly adjustable to<br />

ensure consistent lifetime per<strong>for</strong>mance.<br />

• Can be provided <strong>for</strong> use during rock concerts,<br />

where the effect of synchronised crowd<br />

movement can be a concern.<br />

• Comprehensive service <strong>and</strong><br />

maintenance package available.<br />

• Understructure guaranteed <strong>for</strong> ten years.<br />

• All TX systems carry the CE Mark.<br />

TX System Types<br />

Fixed<br />

Plat<strong>for</strong>ms stay in situ when closed.<br />

Recessed<br />

Configured <strong>for</strong> storage in a recess or<br />

under a balcony.<br />

Mobile<br />

Designed <strong>for</strong> storage in a separate location<br />

<strong>and</strong> tran<strong>sport</strong>ed on hydraulic trucks,<br />

air hover trucks or a <strong>for</strong>klift.<br />

Travelling<br />

Plat<strong>for</strong>ms are “driven” to their storage<br />

location using an integral motor.<br />

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Mobile unit.<br />

Fixed unit, open.<br />

Recessed unit, closed.<br />

Travelling unit.<br />

Mobile unit.


Further Adaptations<br />

• Tapered systems <strong>for</strong> corner locations.<br />

• Multiple row rises <strong>and</strong> depths <strong>for</strong><br />

optimum sightlines.<br />

• Double depth system (two rows of chairs<br />

per plat<strong>for</strong>m) <strong>for</strong> rooms with low ceilings.<br />

• “ T-Access” indents to provide integrated front<br />

row accommodation <strong>for</strong> wheelchair users.<br />

• “ Vomitory” openings within<br />

telescopic structure.<br />

Operational Options<br />

Chair fold-down<br />

• Automatically as plat<strong>for</strong>ms close.<br />

• Manually (prior to retraction) in groups<br />

of up to fourteen.<br />

Plat<strong>for</strong>m opening <strong>and</strong> closing<br />

There are three methods of opening <strong>and</strong><br />

closing our TX plat<strong>for</strong>ms:<br />

• An integral friction drive (operated by<br />

wireless or plug-in h<strong>and</strong> controller).<br />

• Separate power trucks.<br />

• Removable manual pull h<strong>and</strong>les.<br />

A “partial opening” system can be fitted<br />

to allow operators to select how many<br />

rows will open.<br />

Double row depth. T-Access.<br />

Automatic chair fold-down. Manual chair fold-down.<br />

Plug-in power operation. Wireless power operation.<br />

Power truck operation.<br />

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Manual operation.<br />

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Options <strong>and</strong> Accessories<br />

Decks<br />

• Available with non-slip phenolic coating<br />

or carpet.<br />

Fascias<br />

• Decorative fascias to disguise the structure<br />

when closed, with removable sections<br />

in aisle positions.<br />

Drapes <strong>and</strong> Panels<br />

• Cosmetic drapes <strong>and</strong> panels to disguise<br />

understructure <strong>and</strong> prevent access.<br />

These can be removable or self-storing.<br />

Lighting<br />

• A choice of aisle lighting systems,<br />

including LED.<br />

Railing<br />

• Safety railing with a choice of inserts<br />

including steel tube, per<strong>for</strong>ated<br />

steel panel <strong>and</strong> timber.<br />

• Rails can be removable, telescoping<br />

or folding <strong>and</strong> can be specified <strong>for</strong><br />

the sides, front or rear of the <strong>seating</strong> units.<br />

Plinths<br />

• Drop-in plinths <strong>for</strong> sound desks<br />

or wheelchairs.<br />

Trolleys<br />

• Trolleys can be supplied with the system<br />

<strong>for</strong> storing <strong>and</strong> tran<strong>sport</strong>ing removable<br />

rails <strong>and</strong> panels.<br />

Chairs<br />

• All our multipurpose chairs (pages 17-21),<br />

benches (page 23) <strong>and</strong> the Campus Fold<br />

Down System (page 22) can be used<br />

with our retractable plat<strong>for</strong>ms.<br />

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Removable timber side rails.<br />

Folding steel tube side rails.<br />

Decorative fascias.<br />

Removable side drapes.<br />

Removable per<strong>for</strong>ated steel rails.<br />

Self-storing side rails.<br />

LED aisle lighting.<br />

Removable side panels.


Dimensions Guide<br />

Closed depth<br />

(C/D)<br />

H h<br />

H = (number of rows x row rise) + 2100mm.<br />

h = (number of rows x row rise) + 170mm.<br />

2100mm<br />

Ceiling<br />

L = (number of rows x row depth) + 330mm. Half step depth = ½ x row depth.<br />

C/D = Row depth + 300–400mm depending on configuration.<br />

Please consult <strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong> <strong>for</strong> exact dimensions.<br />

Capacity Guide<br />

Unit width<br />

(mm)<br />

Extended length L<br />

Row depth<br />

(R/D)<br />

650 (benches)<br />

800<br />

850<br />

900<br />

950<br />

1000<br />

(mm)<br />

Row rise<br />

(R/R)<br />

H = (number of rows x row rise) + 2100mm.<br />

h = (number of rows x row rise) + 170mm.<br />

L = (number of rows x row depth) + 330mm. Half step depth = ½ x row depth.<br />

C/D = Row depth + 300-400mm depending on configuration. Please consult <strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong> <strong>for</strong> exact dimension.<br />

The table below will help to quickly estimate how many rows <strong>and</strong> seats fit in a given width, height <strong>and</strong> length.<br />

Variable row rise option <strong>for</strong> parabolic sightlines<br />

150mm (no chairs)<br />

260<br />

280<br />

300<br />

320<br />

340<br />

360<br />

H (mm) 2880 3140 3400 3660 3920 4180 4440 4700 4960 5220 5480 5740 6000 6260 6520 6780<br />

L (mm) 3275 4125 4975 5825 6675 7525 8375 9225 10075 10925 11775 12625 13475 14325 15175 16025<br />

No. of rows 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18<br />

3000 11 14 17 20 23 26<br />

4000 17 22 27 32 37 42 47 52 57 62 67 72 77 82<br />

5000 23 30 37 44 51 58 65 72 79 86 93 100 107 114 121 128<br />

6000 29 38 47 56 65 74 83 92 101 110 119 128 137 146 155 164<br />

8000 41 54 67 80 93 106 119 132 145 158 171 184 197 210<br />

10000 53 70 87 104 121 138 155 172 189 206 223 240 257 274 291 308<br />

12000 62 82 102 122 142 162 182 202 222 242 262 282 302 322 342 362<br />

14000 70 92 114 136 158 180 202 224 246 268 290 312 334 356 378 400<br />

16000 82 108 134 160 186 212 238 264 290 316 342 368 394 420 446 472<br />

18000 94 124 154 184 214 244 274 304 334 364 394 424 454 484 514 544<br />

20000 106 140 174 208 242 276 310 344 378 412 446 480 514 548 582 616<br />

22000 118 156 194 232 270 308 346 384 422 460 498 536 574 612 650 688<br />

24000 130 172 214 256 298 340 382 424 466 508 550 592 634 676 718 760<br />

26000 139 184 229 274 319 364 409 454 499 544 589 634 679 724 769 814<br />

28000 151 200 249 298 347 396 445 494 543 592 641 690 739 788 837 886<br />

30000 163 216 269 322 375 428 481 534 587 640 693 746 799 852 905 958<br />

No. of seats<br />

note: Every circumstance varies <strong>and</strong> this table makes certain assumptions:<br />

Chair Width = 500mm | Row Rise = 260mm | Row Depth = 850mm<br />

Units up to 12000mm wide include one aisle, units above 12000mm wide include two aisles<br />

For an accurate estimate, please contact one of our sales team.<br />

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Matrix system.<br />

Matrix system.


Removable chairs are ideal <strong>for</strong><br />

flexible venues – from community<br />

<strong>theatre</strong>s to <strong>arenas</strong>. They can also<br />

be used to add extra capacity in<br />

front of a retractable system,<br />

or to create adaptable <strong>seating</strong><br />

areas suitable <strong>for</strong> wheelchair users.<br />

Matrix Seating System<br />

Matrix is a quick, simple <strong>and</strong> compact<br />

removable <strong>seating</strong> system. Groups of<br />

chairs are slotted into a “matrix” of floorbars,<br />

with no floor fixings required. Both chairs<br />

<strong>and</strong> floorbars can be stored <strong>and</strong><br />

tran<strong>sport</strong>ed on trolleys or stillages.<br />

Matrix system. Matrix system installation.<br />

Matrix system.<br />

Matrix System Benefits<br />

• Fast turnaround times.<br />

• Chairs grouped on beams,<br />

reducing h<strong>and</strong>ling.<br />

• Compact <strong>and</strong> straight<strong>for</strong>ward storage<br />

<strong>and</strong> installation.<br />

• Wide walkways in front of<br />

vacated chairs.<br />

• Rigid rows with no moving or snaking.<br />

• Low leg count <strong>for</strong> fast, easy cleaning.<br />

• Free from trip points with no<br />

floor fixings required.<br />

• Chairs can exactly match those<br />

in retractable or fixed areas.<br />

4 For more in<strong>for</strong>mation about <strong>seating</strong> available<br />

with Matrix, see pages 18–22.<br />

4 Further in<strong>for</strong>mation <strong>and</strong> videos can be seen<br />

at audiencesystems.com.<br />

removable<br />

Stacking Chairs<br />

Our Venue stacking chairs are specially<br />

designed to complement other upholstered<br />

chairs in our range. All are available with<br />

side-to-side linking <strong>and</strong> with storage<br />

<strong>and</strong> tran<strong>sport</strong>ation trolleys.<br />

Venue 100 stacking chairs.<br />

Venue 128 stacking chairs.<br />

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encore auditoriuM<br />

A versatile traditional-style auditorium<br />

chair with a wide range of applications.<br />

Features<br />

• Silent, adjustable spring tip action.<br />

• Options <strong>for</strong> customisation.<br />

Options<br />

• Outer back panels, under-seat panels,<br />

end panels <strong>and</strong> armrests in a choice<br />

of timber or upholstered finish.<br />

• Slotted under-seat panel <strong>for</strong> excellent<br />

acoustic print.<br />

• Higher backrest.<br />

Applications<br />

• Tread or riser fixed.<br />

applauSe auditoriuM<br />

An elegant centre pedestal seat ideal<br />

<strong>for</strong> music <strong>and</strong> concert hall installations.<br />

Features<br />

• Silent, adjustable spring tip action.<br />

• Options <strong>for</strong> customisation.<br />

Options<br />

• Air delivery system.<br />

• Outer back panels, end panels <strong>and</strong><br />

armrests in a choice of timber or<br />

upholstered finish.<br />

• Slotted under-seat panel <strong>for</strong> excellent<br />

acoustic print.<br />

• Higher backrest.<br />

• Swivelling base.<br />

Applications<br />

• Tread fixed.<br />

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StanZa auditoriuM<br />

A high specification seat <strong>for</strong> <strong>theatre</strong>s,<br />

cinemas <strong>and</strong> conference facilities.<br />

Features<br />

• Extra thick, ergonomically contoured seat.<br />

• Durable plastic outer back shell.<br />

• Silent, dampened tip mechanism.<br />

• Removable covers.<br />

Options<br />

• Fold-away ‘anti-panic’ writing tablet.<br />

• Choice of armrests<br />

(including a cupholder arm).<br />

• St<strong>and</strong>ard or high backrest.<br />

Applications<br />

• Tread fixed.<br />

recital MuLti-PurPose<br />

A fully featured auditorium chair. Uniquely,<br />

it will also fit on retractable plat<strong>for</strong>ms with<br />

a row rise of as little as 280mm.<br />

Features<br />

• Designed <strong>for</strong> com<strong>for</strong>t with good<br />

lumbar support.<br />

• Dampened spring tip mechanism<br />

<strong>for</strong> smooth, silent operation.<br />

• Show wood end panels, even on<br />

retractable model.<br />

Options<br />

• ABS or timber armrests.<br />

• Curved timber panel to outer back<br />

<strong>and</strong>/or under seat.<br />

• Fold away writing tablet.<br />

Applications<br />

• Retractable.<br />

• Tread or riser fixed.<br />

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eSpace 628 MuLti-PurPose<br />

Our most popular family of seats.<br />

This versatile design is based on our<br />

classic tipping mechanism – when the seat<br />

is vacated, the seat, back <strong>and</strong> arms swing<br />

into an upright position to <strong>for</strong>m a neat,<br />

space-efficient closed profile.<br />

Features<br />

• Spring-free gravity tip mechanism <strong>and</strong><br />

auto-tip armrest.<br />

• Minimal closed envelope creating wide,<br />

safe walkways when vacated.<br />

• Most variations achieve the highest grade<br />

of the British <strong>and</strong> European strength<br />

st<strong>and</strong>ard EN 12727:2000.<br />

Options<br />

• Plastic or timber protection panels<br />

<strong>for</strong> outer back <strong>and</strong> under seat.<br />

• Anti-panic individual writing tablet.<br />

• High backrest.<br />

• Thick pocket sprung “concert” seat<br />

<strong>for</strong> long term seated com<strong>for</strong>t.<br />

• Upright geometry version <strong>for</strong> high tiers.<br />

• Fixed back variation <strong>for</strong> more<br />

traditional auditoria.<br />

Applications<br />

• Retractable.<br />

• Removable (“Matrix”).<br />

• Tread or riser fixed.<br />

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High back model.


Fully upholstered.<br />

Fully upholstered (side view).<br />

Plastic outer backrest. Plastic outer backrest (rear view).<br />

Timber panel. Timber panel (rear view).<br />

Espace 628T. Espace 628CC.<br />

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accolade MuLti-PurPose<br />

A stylish <strong>and</strong> durable all-rounder<br />

which achieves the highest grade<br />

of the British <strong>and</strong> European strength<br />

st<strong>and</strong>ard EN 12727:2000.<br />

Options<br />

• Plastic protection panels <strong>for</strong> outer back<br />

<strong>and</strong> under seat.<br />

• ABS or timber armrests.<br />

Applications<br />

• Retractable.<br />

• Removable (“Matrix”).<br />

• Tread or riser fixed.<br />

• Rail mounted (straight or curved).<br />

Studio 2 MuLti-PurPose<br />

A versatile upholstered multi-purpose chair.<br />

Options<br />

• Timber, plastic or upholstered armrests.<br />

Applications<br />

• Retractable.<br />

• Removable (“Matrix”).<br />

• Tread or riser fixed.<br />

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Plastic outer seat <strong>and</strong> backrest.<br />

Fully upholstered version.<br />

Rail mounted model.


Zenith & alpha<br />

MuLti-PurPose<br />

A choice of ergonomically contoured chair<br />

designs in blow moulded, UV stabilised,<br />

high density polyethylene. Available with a<br />

spring tip <strong>for</strong> indoor use, or a counterweight<br />

tip <strong>for</strong> use outdoors or in swimming pool<br />

spectator areas. Both chairs satisfy the<br />

requirements of the British <strong>and</strong> European<br />

strength st<strong>and</strong>ard. EN 12727:2000 –<br />

Alpha to Level 3 (General) <strong>and</strong><br />

Zenith to Level 4 (Severe).<br />

Options<br />

• Armrests.<br />

• Upholstered “onsert” pads.<br />

• Weatherproof metal coatings.<br />

Applications<br />

• Retractable.<br />

• Removable (“Matrix”).<br />

• Tread or riser fixed.<br />

• Rail mounted (straight or curved).<br />

Zenith only<br />

Alpha.<br />

Zenith.<br />

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Scholar Lecture <strong>theatre</strong>s<br />

Launched in 2013, Scholar is a completely<br />

flexible <strong>and</strong> durable <strong>seating</strong> system suitable<br />

<strong>for</strong> nearly every lecture <strong>theatre</strong> – straight<br />

or curved. Seat widths <strong>and</strong> back heights<br />

vary to perfectly fit any space. Its tough<br />

melamine writing tablet features<br />

peel-proof edging.<br />

Options<br />

• Choice of seat shapes <strong>and</strong> specifications.<br />

• Resilient wrap-around plastic protection<br />

panel <strong>for</strong> seat base.<br />

• Timber panels <strong>for</strong> seat base or chair back.<br />

• Contouring <strong>and</strong>/or lumbar support<br />

<strong>for</strong> backrest.<br />

• Stitch <strong>and</strong> two tone upholstery details<br />

<strong>for</strong> backrest.<br />

• Extended backrest height to overtop<br />

writing tablet.<br />

• Custom finish writing tablet.<br />

Applications<br />

• Tread or riser fixed.<br />

note: <strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong> can provide fixed tiering to<br />

complement our lecture <strong>theatre</strong> <strong>seating</strong> products.<br />

campuS <strong>and</strong> campuS<br />

fold doWn Lecture <strong>theatre</strong>s<br />

The Campus system combines<br />

com<strong>for</strong>table individual seats with a<br />

continuous writing tablet. The fold down<br />

version can be used on retractable plat<strong>for</strong>ms;<br />

the writing tablet folds down to <strong>for</strong>m a fascia<br />

along the front of the closed <strong>seating</strong> unit.<br />

An ideal product <strong>for</strong> multi-purpose<br />

spaces in universities.<br />

Options<br />

• Choice of seats <strong>and</strong> backs –<br />

fully upholstered or plastic.<br />

• Choice of finishes <strong>for</strong> writing tablet.<br />

Applications<br />

• Retractable.<br />

• Removable (“Matrix”).<br />

• Tread or riser fixed.<br />

note: <strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong> can provide fixed tiering to<br />

complement our lecture <strong>theatre</strong> <strong>seating</strong> products.<br />

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Demonstration model showing some of the options available.<br />

Campus System<br />

Campus Fold Down System


encheS MuLti-PurPose<br />

For space-saving simplicity,<br />

<strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong> offers a range<br />

of timber, plastic <strong>and</strong> upholstered benches<br />

on our retractable system. The upholstered<br />

bench has an optional folding backrest<br />

available in two depths.<br />

Staging<br />

Our modular staging is as flexible as<br />

your <strong>seating</strong>, supplied in 2m x 1m<br />

units with optional height adjustability.<br />

Extras available include steps,<br />

drapes <strong>and</strong> railings.<br />

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Servicing, partS & refurbiShment<br />

<strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong> provide after-sales care<br />

<strong>and</strong> customer service to a level unmatched<br />

in the industry.<br />

annual Servicing<br />

& partS<br />

Especially in the case of retractable<br />

<strong>seating</strong>, any responsible manufacturer<br />

will recommend annual service inspections.<br />

These help venues to ensure audience<br />

<strong>and</strong> staff safety, comply with insurance<br />

requirements <strong>and</strong> meet building regulations.<br />

<strong>Audience</strong> <strong>Systems</strong> offer:<br />

• Knowledgeable <strong>and</strong><br />

experienced engineers.<br />

• Access to genuine replacement parts.<br />

• Manufacturer’s safety certificate<br />

(once any safety-critical work required<br />

is complete).<br />

• Multi-year contracts at a discounted rate.<br />

We can also provide servicing<br />

<strong>and</strong> replacement parts <strong>for</strong> other<br />

manufacturers’ <strong>seating</strong>.<br />

emergencieS<br />

In case the unexpected happens,<br />

we issue customers with a 24-hour<br />

call-out telephone number.<br />

refurbiShment<br />

Our comprehensive refurbishment<br />

package will make your <strong>seating</strong> look<br />

visibly new again. Your refurbishment<br />

package may include:<br />

• Replacement or re-upholstery of <strong>seating</strong>.<br />

• Specialist cleaning.<br />

• Re-finishing such as replacing trims or<br />

freshening up powder coating on rails.<br />

• Replacement of understructure components.<br />

• Upgrades, <strong>for</strong> example adding power<br />

operation to a retractable system or<br />

installing LED aisle lighting.<br />

We can refurbish <strong>seating</strong> from<br />

most manufacturers, subject to survey.<br />

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a cross section of our installations<br />

from around the world.<br />

arenaS & Sport<br />

The O 2 , UK<br />

Wembley Arena, UK<br />

ICC at ExCeL, UK<br />

National Indoor Arena, UK<br />

National Exhibition Centre, UK<br />

University of Worcester Arena, UK<br />

Manchester Arena, UK<br />

Manchester Central, UK<br />

Leeds Arena, UK<br />

University of Northumbria Arena, UK<br />

Braehead Arena, Glasgow, UK<br />

Martiniplaza, Groningen, Netherl<strong>and</strong>s<br />

O2 World, Hamburg, Germany<br />

König Pilsener Arena, Germany<br />

BBC Arena, Switzerl<strong>and</strong><br />

Hartwall Arena, Finl<strong>and</strong><br />

Arena Riga, Latvia<br />

Saku Suurhall Arena, Estonia<br />

Pheonix Hall, Debrecen, Hungary<br />

Jubilee Sports Palace, St Petersburg, Russia<br />

ORA Arena, Istanbul<br />

Aspire Dome, Qatar<br />

Al Sadd Stadium, Qatar<br />

Kaohsiung Dome, Taiwan<br />

CBS Canterbury Arena, New Zeal<strong>and</strong><br />

Trusts Stadium, Waitakere, New Zeal<strong>and</strong><br />

Edgar Centre, Dunedin, New Zeal<strong>and</strong><br />

Wellington Indoor Sports Centre,<br />

New Zeal<strong>and</strong><br />

Claudel<strong>and</strong>s Arena, New Zeal<strong>and</strong><br />

Tauranga Indoor Sports Centre,<br />

New Zeal<strong>and</strong><br />

Logan Metro Sports Centre, Australia<br />

<strong>education</strong><br />

University of Kent, UK<br />

London Metropolitan University, UK<br />

The Mall School, Twickenham, UK<br />

Chelsea Academy, UK<br />

City University, UK<br />

Bodmin College, UK<br />

St Catherine’s College, Cambridge, UK<br />

Cressex Community School,<br />

Buckinghamshire, UK<br />

Kettering Science Academy, UK<br />

Here<strong>for</strong>d Academy, UK<br />

Coventry University, UK<br />

Bromsgrove School, UK<br />

Skelmersdale College, UK<br />

Nottingham High School, UK<br />

Trinity Church of Engl<strong>and</strong> High School,<br />

Manchester, UK<br />

Northumbria University Students Union, UK<br />

Park Mains High School, Erskine, UK<br />

University of the West of Scotl<strong>and</strong>, UK<br />

International School Aberdeen, UK<br />

International School Basel, Switzerl<strong>and</strong><br />

ETH Zurich University, Switzerl<strong>and</strong><br />

Lord Fairfax Community College,<br />

Virginia, USA<br />

James Madison University, Virginia, USA<br />

Middlebury College, Vermont, USA<br />

College Boreal, Canada<br />

Ecole Oasis International, Egypt<br />

Royal College of Surgeons,<br />

Medical University in Bahrain<br />

Singapore International School,<br />

Hong Kong<br />

Ministry of Education Learning Centre,<br />

Singapore<br />

Maha Bodhi Primary School, Singapore<br />

Swinburn University, Australia<br />

referenceS<br />

<strong>theatre</strong>S & auditoria<br />

Royal Albert Hall, UK<br />

Royal Shakespeare Theatre, UK<br />

Glyndebourne Opera House, UK<br />

Bournemouth International Centre, UK<br />

The Sage, Gateshead, UK<br />

The Lowry, Manchester, UK<br />

Royal Court Theatre, UK<br />

Waterfront Hall, Belfast, UK<br />

Manchester Concert Hall, UK<br />

BBC TV Studios, UK<br />

Sky TV Studios, UK<br />

Theatre Amstelveen, Netherl<strong>and</strong>s<br />

Copenhagen Opera House, Denmark<br />

Norrbottensteatern, Lulea, Sweden<br />

Tonsberg Kulturhus, Norway<br />

Royal Caribbean Cruise Liners, Finl<strong>and</strong><br />

National Theatre, Icel<strong>and</strong><br />

Reval Hotel Conference Centre,<br />

Riga, Latvia<br />

Casa das Artes e Criatividade de S. J.<br />

Madeira, Portugal<br />

Proctor’s Theatre, New York, USA<br />

Ideastream Theatre, Clevel<strong>and</strong>, USA<br />

Houston Ballet, USA<br />

CityDance at Strathmore, USA<br />

Max M Fisher Music Centre, Detroit, USA<br />

Harbourfront Centre, Toronto, Canada<br />

National Ballet School, Canada<br />

Canadian Aviation Museum, Canada<br />

Riyadh Marriott Hotel, Saudi Arabia<br />

Singapore History Museum, Singapore<br />

Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay,<br />

Singapore<br />

Millennium Arts Project,<br />

Melbourne, Australia


AUDIENCE SYSTEMS<br />

19B WASHINGTON ROAD<br />

WEST WILTS TRADING ESTATE<br />

WESTBURY, WILTSHIRE BA13 4JP<br />

UK<br />

Tel: +44 (0)1373 865050<br />

Fax: +44 (0)13 73 827545<br />

Email: enquiries@ audiencesystems.com<br />

Web: www.audiencesystems.com

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