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Industry Outlook Survey

Professional Sound surveyed audio professionals across Canada to gauge the trends they anticipate for their markets in 2017 and how their outlooks have changed since this time last year .

29 % 15 % 24 % 29 % 50 %

of 2017 respondents expect the coming year to be much more profitable to last year , well up from only 8 % in 2016 …
The percentage that expect this coming year to be either much or slightly less profitable stayed consistent at 15 % in 2017 and 16 % in 2016 .
of respondents said 2016 was much more profitable than 2015 for their business , while 33 % said it was slightly more profitable …
said 2016 was much less profitable than 2015
expect to hire staff this year , up from only 16 % last year
For full survey results , go to www . professional-sound . com / blog .
Erikson Commercial Now Distributing PureLink in Canada
Erikson Commercial has signed a Canadian distribution agreement with PureLink , a provider of HD and UHD / 4K video connectivity solutions , to offer the company ’ s catalog of audio and video matrix routing , signal distribution , extension , and conversion systems .
“ PureLink is an innovative and established company that was first to market with several now standard technologies that shaped the nature of our industry ,” says Erikson Commercial VP , Christian Bouchard . “ We feel privileged to be introducing the many solutions PureLink offers to the marketplace . They are indeed a rare commodity – a high quality manufacturer that can offer both affordable and competitive solutions .”
For more information , contact Erikson Commercial : 877-374-5266 , FAX 888-918- 2244 , info @ eriksoncommercial . com , www . eriksoncommercial . com .
Primacoustic Launches New Website Featuring Customized User Experience
Primacoustic has launched its new website featuring a customized user experience , a new blog section , and a library of educational resources . The site retains the online room calculator and quote feature from the previous site .
The new blog section features product announcements , case studies , and educational pieces . Here visitors will find out about unique applications for acoustic treatments , including on a band ’ s tour bus , a bowling alley , and more .
To visit the new website , go to www . primacoustic . com .
K-array Names DDH Audio as Exclusive Canadian Distributor
K-array has named Quebec-based DDH Audio as its exclusive distributor for Canada . DDH Audio Owner Daniel Huard was serving as a sales representative for K-array America , but after growing the Italian brand ’ s popularity with its customers in Canada , K-array says it realized the value of having an exclusive distributor for Canada itself .
“ I am happy to represent such a distinguished brand as K-array ,” says Huard . “ Together we will aim to satisfy customer needs with K-array ’ s innovative solutions and unique products and DDH ’ s reliable service and exceptional technical support .”
For more information , contact DDH Audio : 514-299-1000 , daniel @ ddhaudio . com , www . ddhaudio . com .
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