INTRODUCTION
Located in Taoyuan, northwestern Taiwan, Longtan Branch Taoyuan Public Library, is a four-story building that blends knowledge, art, and ecology with technology to create a multi-sensory experience for visitors. The new design applies the concept of yin and yang and the 24 solar terms of Traditional Chinese calendar to create a four-season garden, a place where all visitors can relax and enjoy community activities.
THE CHALLENGE
In the past, Librarians need to independently manage and control of each space and systems therein, such as lighting, curtains, AV, door locks, and HVAC. Limited manpower increases the challenge of management. For the new public library 2.0, the team wants a solution that would enable better and easier control of every space, as well as comply with their environmentally conscious policies
THE SOLUTION
To meet the objectives, systems Integrator WiMart Technology Inc. was enlisted to provide the system design, solutions, and integration to create a seamless control experience for the staff. WiMart built the system using Crestron control solutions, Crestron DM NVX® AV-overIP technology, and Crestron Fusion® Cloud enterprise management software.
THE TECHNOLOGY
A Crestron control system provides a single platform to integrate and easily control all of the disparate systems and technologies within the Library. This ensures a greener and more productive environment for both staff and guests. “Multi-system control via Crestron is easy and intuitive, as it can run multiple programs simultaneously. If we need to update one program, it does not affect the other programs, which is a big plus,” said Peter Kuo, General Manager, WiMart Technology. The first floor of the Library accommodates a multi-functional theatre, which features a projection system. To transport ultra-high-definition 4K60 video over the library’s Ethernet network, DM NVX encoder/ decoder endpoints were installed. The solution offers auto-switching of HDMI® inputs, as well as scaling of HDMI outputs to ensure perfectly projected images. The theatre also features a wall-mounted Crestron touch screen with a highly intuitive custom user interface for simple control of the projection system. Extra care was taken to ensure that the icons representing the various equipment and facilities within the space were easily recognisable. In the event of a technical issue in the theatre, WiMart also installed a SIP phone beside the touch screen so that users can communicate with operational staff for rapid resolution.
The multiple library floors are divided into zones for easy control of the various spaces. Staff at the reception counter can monitor and manage all systems through the Crestron Fusion software installed on their computers. Crestron Fusion has also been a true game-changer for staff thanks to its real-time equipment alerts and data reporting. Each control zone, other than the multi-functional theatre, also features a stylish wall mounted Crestron Cameo® keypad, which enables users to control all of the basic facilities within.
RESULTS
With Crestron, staff and guests at Longtan Branch Taoyuan Public Library now enjoy an incredibly simple and efficient way to control and manage the various systems and technologies across the facility. They have, indeed, created the library of the future that they envisioned.
A graduate of DeVry Institute of Technology, Doug has been in the Technology industry since 1976 and actively oversees Fearing’s daily operations. Along with his wife, Lois, and three others, Doug started Fearing’s in a 600 square-foot facility in Portage, Wisconsin. In the 25 years since, the company has grown to over 30 employees with offices in Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Doug likes to say he’s a “TV Technician with a dream� going back to his history with the family’s original business-Fearing’s TV and Appliance.
Doug values time with family, watersports, hiking, snowshoeing and skiing. In addition to being a devoted member of his church, Doug serves as Board President for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County, Board member of Schools for Haiti and Scripture Chair of the Gideons-Portage camp.
A graduate of MATC, Lois oversees Fearing’s daily book keeping along with various HR responsibilities.
Along with Doug, Lois is deeply connected to community outreach, serving as a Board member and Fundraising Committee Chairperson for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County. She also serves on the Schools for Haiti Fundraising committee. In addition, Lois’ ongoing passion and commitment to provide care for the elderly comes from her 10-year history of working in a Reedsburg, Wisconsin Nursing home.
Lois enjoys singing, hiking, sunny days on the pontoon, and spending time with her 4 grandchildren.
Ehren drives Fearing’s technology by continually seeking out trends to enhance capabilities while supporting Sales, Engineering and Installation teams. Throughout his years with Fearing’s, Ehren’s talent and vision have joined forces to create a wide variety of projects and strategic solutions that exceed expectation.
Ehren loves music, family time, movies, nature, sustainability efforts and electric vehicles.
With 10 years with Fearing’s and over twice that long in the industry, Ben continues to lead, coordinate, and develop the Commercial AV team.
By consistently delivering an outstanding experience and outcome, Ben contributes to the Fearing’s legacy of long-lasting partnerships that truly make a difference. Whatever the Commercial AV need may be, Ben and team deliver at the highest level.
Ben is an avid fisherman and photographer. He enjoys coaching his sons and other youth.
Chris has been with Fearing’s for 20 years and in the industry for over 2 decades. As a Certified leader in Sales Acceleration and trained in EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating Systems), Chris successfully utilizes his skills to lead the Fearing’s Salesforce. Chris and team are motivated and driven to develop new client partnerships while continuing to reinforce loyal long-term relationships with ongoing Service excellence.
Married for 19 years with 3 children, Chris enjoys skiing, hiking, fishing, boating, hunting, camping and golf. He’s also been actively involved as a Youth Football and Softball coach for his family and others.
