SSL Media Brings First Robe RoboSpot Systems to India Mumbai-based SSL Media Technology & Solutions, one of India's largest event and entertainment technology production providers, has once again invested in Robe gear. The company, founded by the father of CEO Ulhas Sahasrabuddhe as a supplier of theatrical lighting, has made major investments in Robe moving lights over the years. The most recent Robe investments have been in eight iFORTE LTX FS fixtures and eight RoboSpot BaseStations. These are the first RoboSpot systems in India. The equipment was delivered by Robe's Indian distributor IES (Integrated Entertainment Solutions) headed by founder and owner Rasesh Parekh. SSL currently holds the largest stock of Robe in India, with over 200 fixtures from the most recent Robe ranges, plus some of the classic ColorSpot and ColorWash 575 series fixtures -- circa 2003 -- which are still working. In the last year, SSL has expanded its Robe stock of FORTES -- it now has 87 -- and MegaPointes, for a total of 80. The Spiider count has been boosted as well, with the purchase of another 24 units. The SSL team offers expertise in lighting, video (LED screens and projection), trussing and rigging, audio, and special effects. The large inventories of lighting and LED screens make the company unique, and the work spans multiple genres and sectors, especially events and television production, together with most major event producers, TV channels and prominent media organizations. Tech production for around 95% of the Hindi and Marathi TV industry producing non-fiction content is provided by SSL, whose portfolio embraces concerts and music festivals, spectacular opening and closing ceremonies, sports events, including esports, spiritual gatherings, theatre productions, musicals, and more. The company also works internationally throughout Asia and the Middle East, supplying both equipment and crew to a range of projects from awards shows to concerts. It also services top international stars when they play in India, including Coldplay, Bryan Adams, Green Day, Ed Sheeran, Shawn Mendes, Guns N' Roses, and Eric Prydz. Typically, it will service 20-25 active sites each day. Project manager Siddhesh Susvirkar notes that in addition to shows and music-based performances, FORTES are popular for lighting conferences, trade show booths, and expo areas. He also mentions that MegaPointes continue to be in huge demand in India. The first gig in India for the new RoboSpot was a massive show in Chennai by Indian movie and singing superstar Anirudh. Lighting was designed by Bala Subramanya (Vinod) and Guru Somayaji of Bangalore-based creative studio, 369 Design Lab. Co-ordinating the RoboSpots for SSL is Sahi Jabdhav, who says, "Robe have not over-engineered this project. They have been clever and kept it straightforward and easy to learn, especially for those who are already adept in the art of followspotting." 
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