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Michael J. Burns Earns CTS Certification from InfoComm	06/16/2011
The Certified Technology Specialist (CTS®) credential is for audiovisual professionals who have demonstrated extensive knowledge of the technology used in audio, video and display systems, and a competence, dedication and commitment to their profession.

Michael J. Burns Returns As New Technical Director	04/18/2011
Zasco Productions is pleased to announce that after a 7 year hiatus in New York, long-time employee and associate Michael J. Burns has been named our new Technical Director.

Adam Lawson Completes Wholehog 3 Technical Training	03/08/2011
Keeping true to our philosophy that all our employees should be cross-trained and multi-skilled, Operations Manager / Video Director Adam Lawson recently completed a 2-day technical training seminar on the Wholehog 3 lighting control system.

HD Expansion Contunues with the Panasonic AW-HS50N	11/01/2010
This affordable new sub-compact HD/SD Live Switcher with built-in MultiViewer is perfect for smaller productions or as a backup switcher on larger projects.

Adam Lawson promoted to Operations Manager	09/10/2010
Starting out as a part-time employee in 2003, Adam has grown with the company, and now brings tremendous experience to this position. We are pleased to welcome Adam into this new role, and are proud that he chose to continue his career at Zasco.

Zasco Productions Joins InfoComm International	03/26/2010
Founded in 1939, InfoComm International® is the leading nonprofit association serving the professional AV communications industry worldwide.

Used Equipment Sale Is On at Zasco Productions!	07/02/2009
As we continue to upgrade our inventory, we have a constantly changing list of equipment for sale.

Zasco Does Its Part To Keep The World Green	06/22/2009
Zasco Productions continues its commitment to handle its electronic waste in a responsible manner by recycling various electronics, batteries, and lamps.

Zasco to Exhibit at '09 ACCGS Business Market Show	04/24/2009
Visit us May 13, 2009 from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm at the MassMutual Center, Springfield, MA.

Zasco Productions Co-Hosts Business After Hours	02/02/2009
Guests at the Chicopee Chamber of Commerce January Business After Hours were treated to a great evening courtesy of Zasco Productions and Main Street Property Management.

Hi-Definition Video Arrives with Panasonic AV-HS400	03/26/2008
The convergence of an HD broadcast production switcher and high-resolution live event seamless switcher is here, and kicks off a major upgrade of the video department.

Zasco to Exhibit at '08 ACCGS Business Market Show	03/02/2008
Visit us May 7, 2008 from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm at the MassMutual Center, Springfield, MA.

DBX DriveRack 4800 Added to Audio Inventory	02/11/2008
Loudspeaker management and system processing has never been easier and more flexible thanks to the addition of this state-of-the-art processor from DBX.

Another 24' Truck Added To Vehicle Fleet	09/28/2007
Zasco Productions continues to grow with its customers! This truck will serve our local and regional productions, and allow us even more flexibility and efficiency in equipment transportation.

Zasco Productions to Exhibit at Commerce 2007	09/28/2007
Visit us November 1, 2007 from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm at the Basketball Hall of Fame, Springfield, MA.

Zasco Productions Joins the Entertainment Services and Technology Association	09/19/2007
We are pleased to announce that we have joined ESTA, a non-profit trade association representing the entertainment technology industry dedicated to a core mission of Building the Business of Show Business.

Zasco Productions Debuts New Advertising	07/30/2007
As part of our ongoing local marketing efforts, Zasco Productions has produced a new full page, color ad describing our company and highlighting local projects we have completed. You can see the ad in the Business West 2007 Annual Resource Guide!

Zaskey selected as one of Business West's ''40 Under 40''	06/21/2007
The premier Business Journal of Western MA recently established the region's first "Forty Under 40". Michael W. Zaskey was chosen to appear in this compilation of some of the region’s brightest young rising stars.

LED Lighting Arrives - Elation Professional OPTI RGB Par	04/11/2007
This high brightness, vivid color, low heat, and very low power consumption RGB LED Color Changer Par adds efficiency and flexibility to our lighting department.

Dimming and Distribution Upgrade	04/01/2007
ETC Sensor Portable 24 x 2.4 kw dimmer rack and inventory of Socapex multi-core cable added to lighting department.

Zasco Productions chosen as 2007 Business of the Year	03/09/2007
The Chicopee Chamber of Commerce recently honored Zasco Productions at its "2007 Shining Star Gala". Owner Michael W. Zaskey, who took a boyhood hobby and turned it into a leading provider of production services is recognized.

Zasco Productions Exhibits at Commerce 2006	11/02/2006
Thank you to all who visited us at Commerce 2006!

Loudspeaker Rigging Upgraded	10/01/2006
Zasco Productions expands loudspeaker rigging capabilities with new equipment from Polar Focus.

Zasco Productions to Exhibit at Commerce 2006	10/01/2006
Visit us November 2, 2006 from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm at the Basketball Hall of Fame, Springfield, MA.

New EV SbA760 Powered Subwoofers Added	09/29/2006
An ideal compliment to our EV SxA250 systems, these powered subwoofers complete the upgrade of our EV powered speaker systems.

Zasco Saluted for 20th Anniversary and Continued Growth	09/20/2006
The Chicopee Chamber of Commerce recognized Zasco Productions with a "salute" at a recent breakfast.

New 200 Amp Power Distribution System Added	09/05/2006
New distro from Motion Labs delivers power safely and efficiently on show site.

24' Truck Added To Vehicle Fleet	08/23/2006
This truck will serve our local and regional productions, and allow us more flexibility and efficiency in equipment transportation.

Zasco Productions Debuts New Advertising	08/10/2006
As part of our ongoing local marketing efforts, Zasco Productions has produced a new full page, color ad describing our company and highlighting local projects we have completed. You can see the ad in the Business West 2006 Annual Resource Guide!

Moving Light Inventory Upgraded	08/01/2006
12 new 575 watt profile moving head fixtures to provide exceptional lighting effects for events of all types.

New Leprecon LP-X24 Console	05/28/2006
Lighting department upgraded with a hybrid console which easily controls both moving and conventional fixtures.

Zasco Adds Six EV SxA250 Powered Loudspeakers	04/01/2006
Portable sound inventory grows at Zasco Productions with these versatile portable powered speakers.

Martin Jem ZR24/7 Hazer Added	04/01/2006
Lighting and special effects now appear in mid-air, more brilliant then ever, thanks to this new hazer recently added to our rental and production inventory.

Zasco Productions Moves Into State-Of-The-Art Facility	01/30/2006
Our entire operation is now in one location! Please note our new address and phone numbers: 340 McKinstry Ave. - Suite 400 - Voice: (413) 534-6677 - Fax: (413) 534-0536

On-Camera Tele-Prompter Added	12/01/2005
Listec T-2000 Promptbook with A-6000WIN software added to our video production inventory.

Zasco Productions Exhibits at Commerce 2005	11/03/2005
Thank you to all who visited us at Commerce 2005!

Zasco Productions to Exhibit at Commerce 2005	10/28/2005
Visit us November 3, 2005 from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm at the new MassMutual Center, Springfield, MA.

Soundcraft FX16 Mixer Added	08/28/2005
Our mixer inventory has been expanded with a very flexible, compact console from Soundcraft.

Zasco Productions Announces Plan To Remain In Chicopee	07/15/2005
Zasco Productions to become the first tenant at redeveloped foundry property. Office, Production, and Warehouse operations to be consolidated in one location. 1/20/06 - LATEST UPDATE: Construction COMPLETE!

EV QRX Series Loudspeaker Inventory Expanded	07/15/2005
Zasco Productions adds EV QRX 118s 18" Subwoofer Loudspeakers to inventory.

Steve Potvin Moves to a Full-time Position	06/06/2005
Zasco Productions is proud to announce that Stephen Potvin has joined our team on a full-time basis as Technical Operations Coordinator.

Zasco Productions Exhibits at ACCGS Market Show	04/06/2005
Thank you to all who visited us at the Business Market Show 2005!

Zasco Productions to Exhibit at ACCGS Market Show	03/18/2005
Visit us April 6, 2005 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm at the Eastern States Exposition, West Springfield, MA.

New Company Brochure Available	03/01/2005
Zasco Productions releases a new company brochure featuring images of completed projects.

Small Audio System Additions	01/15/2005
10 Behringer B300 Ultrawave powered speakers, and 3 Behringer UB1202 Eurorack 12-Input 2-Bus Mic/Line mixers added to our rental and production inventory.

36x Video Lenses Added	10/20/2004
Two Canon YH18x6.7 IRS 18x IF lenses with 2x extenders (36x) added to our rental and production inventory.

Motorola 2-way Radios Added	10/06/2004
Zasco Productions add 6 new Motorola CP200 4-watt UHF radios for production communications.

New Shure ULXP Wireless Systems	10/01/2004
Zasco Productions adds 14 UHF wireless systems with Shure Beta87A hand held, Shure WL184 supercardioid lavaliere, and Countryman E6 head-worn microphones.

DaLite Screen Inventory Expanded	10/01/2004
Zasco Productions adds to and updates DaLite Fast Fold and Picture King Screen Inventory. Featuring 15'x20' truss style screens and more!

Small Venue Follow-Spot Added	09/20/2004
The Altman Comet follow spot is now available for rental or production from Zasco Productions!

Dan Walker Joins Zasco Productions	09/01/2004
Zasco Productions is proud to announce the addition of multi-skilled technician Dan Walker to our production team!

Truss Added	08/20/2004
Thomas / Tomcat compatible 12"x12" GP truss added to rental and production inventory.

Zasco Productions Upgrades Website	08/01/2004
Stay up to date on news, projects, and equipment with our new dynamically updated web site! Also, look for our new on-line rental / production catalog coming this winter!

Genie Superlifts	05/01/2004
New Genie Superlift SLC-18 crank-up lifts make positioning equipment easy.

DVD and CD Mass Duplication Now Available	02/26/2004
Announcing our new robotic duplication systems, featuring direct, on-disc, full color, photo quality printing.

Zasco Productions Saluted for Growth	12/17/2003
The Chicopee Chamber of Commerce recently saluted Zasco Productions for continued growth and expansion.

10,000 Lumen Video Projectors	09/03/2003
Six new Sanyo PLC-XF45 projectors and more Sanyo lenses added.

Zasco Productions Shares Creative Merit Award	06/01/2003
Zasco Productions was the post-production house for a TV Spot for a local hospital. The spot recently won a Bronze Creative Merit award from the Ad Club.

Spider Pod Camera Support System	05/01/2003
A new and unique camera support system now available as an alternative to risers and staging.

New Plasma Displays	04/01/2003
5 New Panasonic 42 Inch TH-42PWD5UY Plasma Displays Added.

Live Switch / Flypack System Upgrade	04/01/2003
38x lens addition, ideal for I-MAG applications!

Staging Added	03/01/2003
Zasco Productions adds SMARTSTAGE system.

New CM ProStar Chain Hoists	03/01/2003
Six 600 LB ProStar hoists added to our inventory.

Seamless Switching Systems	05/01/2002
Two Extron SGS-408 seamless switcher / scaler systems added!

Yellow Jacket Cable Protectors	05/01/2002
Protect cable and enhance safety with this new addition to our inventory!

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