HillCo Industries engineering

HillCo Industries reached a new technical milestone at Burning Man 2024, delivering what is recognized as the largest known integration of NDI (Network Device Interface) and GrandMA3 control protocols to date. Tasked with bringing a massive, large-scale art installation to life, our team engineered a "living, breathing" visual experience that pushed the boundaries of remote event technology. Key highlights of this achievement include:

• Massive Scale Control: Precise management of 120 universes of high-density pixel tape, seamlessly synchronized with an extensive array of Astera wireless products.

• Mobile Command & Control: Demonstrating the ultimate in flexible deployment, the entire system was fully managed and operated from a mobile dashboard, proving that enterprise-grade complexity can be controlled from any footprint.

• Cutting-Edge Integration: By merging NDI video protocols with GrandMA3 lighting control, we achieved a level of data-rich responsiveness and visual fluidity rarely seen in such extreme environments.

This installation serves as a powerful case study in HillCo’s ability to execute highly complex, data-intensive engineering projects in the most demanding off-grid conditions on the planet.

In celebration of the U.S. Army’s historic 250th anniversary in 2025, HillCo Industries was honored to provide the mission-critical technical infrastructure for a monumental hybrid event on the National Mall. This complex production seamlessly integrated high-level political address, live television broadcast, world-class entertainment, and a large-scale parade into a unified experience. To ensure flawless execution across this vast footprint, HillCo engineered a robust, wide-area network featuring:

• Extensive Fiber Architecture: We deployed nearly 10 miles of high-speed fiber-optic cabling to connect multiple staging locations across the National Mall.

• Centralized GrandMA3 Control: Leveraging the industry’s most advanced GrandMA3 platform, we established a high-fidelity, real-time show control environment to synchronize assets across disparate locations.

• Complex Systems Engineering: While the creative team focused on the visual spectacle, HillCo managed the intricate systems work required to maintain data integrity and zero-latency performance for a global audience.

This 2025 milestone event demonstrates HillCo’s capacity to deliver rock-solid technical stability for the most prestigious and logistically demanding national events.

For the Miss Florida 2025 scholarship competition, HillCo Industries provided the technical foundation necessary to navigate a complex landscape of venue transitions and logistical challenges. While the creative team focused on developing bold, high-impact environments for the contestants, HillCo was responsible for the rigorous technical execution that brought those visions to life.Our team delivered comprehensive systems engineering and site management, including:

• Precision Layout & Planning: Adapting high-concept designs to meet the unique constraints of the venue while maintaining the show's aesthetic integrity.

• Rapid Logistics & Preparation: Coordinating equipment and technical assets under demanding schedules to ensure seamless transitions during live production.

• Expert System Installation: Implementing a robust technical infrastructure designed for reliability, ensuring that the bold visual environments performed flawlessly from the first rehearsal to the final crowning moment.

By managing the intricate technical details, HillCo allowed the production to remain focused on the contestants, proving our ability to deliver stability and excellence in high-pressure, live-televised environments.

HillCo Industries was honored to provide essential technical expertise in lighting networking and advanced RoboSpot integration for the prestigious NBA All-Star 2025event. This large-format, high-visibility production required the seamless collaboration of many talented designers, gaffers, and technicians. We are immensely proud to have contributed to the success of this marquee event. Our involvement highlights HillCo’s proven capability in engineering sophisticated control systems for broadcast-level entertainment, ensuring flawless execution on one of professional sports' biggest stages.