Case Study

The Ashcombe School

The Ashcombe School, a leading secondary school in Dorking, Surrey, has a strong focus on performing arts and school productions. However, their existing stage lighting system had become outdated, with its rigging condemned and an aging setup of tungsten fixtures. Not only was the system inefficient and limited in flexibility, but the school was also eager to transition to a greener, more energy-efficient solution.

Recognizing the need for a complete overhaul, The Ashcombe School enlisted STLS, experts in stage lighting and rigging solutions, to install a modern, energy-efficient lighting system that would better the quality and versatility of performances while meeting current safety standards.

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The brief;

STLS was tasked with:

Installing a brand-new rigging system with a lighting grid and side bars all with IWBs in the school’s main hall.
Upgrading the entire lighting system to energy-efficient LED fixtures.
Implementing DMX control to every bar, ensuring flexibility and ease of operation.
Enhancing lighting positions to accommodate a diverse range of performances and events.

Final Touches

To meet the school’s needs, STLS designed and installed a cutting-edge stage lighting system, incorporating:

A New Lighting Grid & Side Bars – Providing more versatile hanging positions for fixtures, allowing for better lighting angles and coverage across various performances.
A Complete LED Fixture Upgrade – Replacing outdated tungsten fixtures with high-performance LED lights to reduce energy consumption and improve brightness and color mixing.
DMX Control to Every Bar – Ensuring seamless control and programming flexibility for various performance setups.

Equipment Installed

STLS selected a premium combination of LED fixtures, ensuring high-quality, energy-efficient lighting:

Elation KL6 and Elation KL8 – Delivering powerful, versatile performance lighting with excellent color mixing and dimming capabilities.
Elumen8 Cyc600s – Providing vibrant and even stage washes, enhancing the visual impact of productions.

The new system has significantly improved The Ashcombe School’s performance space. The school now benefits from:
✔ Energy Efficiency – The LED upgrade has drastically reduced power consumption, aligning with the school’s sustainability goals.
✔ Lighting Flexibility – The new rigging and fixture placement allow for more creative and professional lighting setups.
✔ Improved Performance Quality – The vibrant and dynamic lighting enhances school productions, concerts, and presentations.

Ryan at The Ashcombe School expressed great satisfaction with the installation, praising the efficiency and quality of STLS’s work. Following the successful upgrade, the school has already approached STLS for additional future improvements.