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Gekko Technology buys Kelvin TILE business from Element Labs

(Kenilworth, UK)--Gekko Technology, an industry leader in the design, development and manufacture of LED luminaires created specifically for the requirements of the image capture and entertainment sectors, announces that it has signed an agreement with Element Labs, headquartered in Santa Clara, California, to buy the Kelvin TILE product line.

The agreement will see Element Labs� Kelvin TILE product transferred to Gekko and incorporated into the current Gekko portfolio of film and TV products. Kelvin TILE will complement Gekko's newly developed kleer colour� range of colour products, including the award-winning kedo� which debuted at NAB 2009.

�We were extremely impressed with the Kelvin TILE, both as product and a concept, and felt Element Labs and Gekko shared colour quality as a core value," said David Amphlett, Managing Director of Gekko Technology. "We considered Kelvin TILE would be better stabled with peer products under a brand known for innovation and quality in the film and broadcast space. We look forward to continuing our growth with an enlarged portfolio of tools designed specifically for the user.�

Element Labs' CEO, Barbara Nelson, commented: �Gekko has a strong reputation for designing high-quality fixtures and for continuing to develop innovative products with all of the advantages digital lighting allows. I am delighted that they have chosen to take Kelvin TILE, itself a high quality and innovative product, and bring it under the Gekko brand.�

About Kelvin TILE
The Kelvin Technology Series LED-based lighting system provides unlimited variable colour temperature, creating a new level of flexibility in lighting. Kelvin TILEs have a unique mix of six LEDs, resulting in a high-quality, full spectrum white light specifically developed for film and video applications. Unlike traditional lighting products, the colour temperature remains consistent throughout the full range of intensity variation.

The Kelvin TILE is a professional lighting unit developed specifically to adapt to the dynamic requirements of film and video shoots. The TILE can be ordered with an industry standard v-mount to allow flexible, battery powered operation. These LED-based fixtures operate with a fraction of the power required by traditional professional lighting and with little to no heat emission.

All Kelvin Technology fixtures offer three modes of control. The Kelvin PAINTBOX is a remote system that accesses Kelvin Technology's full-range of capabilities. It also allows a series of lighting parameters to be saved, recalled, and cloned. In addition to remote control, the Kelvin Technology Series supports full implementation of DMX. The Kelvin TILE also offers local control for standalone operation.

About Gekko Technology
Gekko Technology designs and manufactures LED lighting products for the global film, television and photographic industry. Gekko is committed to supporting users with innovative products, including unique functionality and the advantages of minimal weight, low power consumption and long life. High component quality and build quality are key drivers. Gekko Technology products include kisslite �, lenslite �, kicklite � and george �. Credits include Casino Royale, Quantum of Solace, Death Defying Acts, Mama Mia, Golden Compass and television drama including Waking the Dead, New Tricks and The Commander.

Gekko Technology Ltd
Unit 4
Gallery Works
Common Lane
Kenilworth CV8 2EL
UK
t: +44 (0)1926 863 366
f: +44 (0)1926 863 347
www.gekkotechnology.com

Contacts for further information:
Ian Muir, Gekko Technology
t: +44 (0)1926 863 366
ian[at]gekkotechnology[dot]com

David Kirk, Stylus Media Consultants
t: +44 (0)1342 311 983
stylusmedia[at]gmail[dot]com