TSA / BRICARAN
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Profile
TSA / Bricaran is one of the growing number of SOHO enterprises which are becoming more prevalent in North America today. Being SOHO based allows TSA to control overheads, concentrate resources and thereby do a more cost efficient job for the client. The original name of the company was Theatre System Associates. It was shortened when the scope of work diversified to boardrooms, teaching facilities and (wait for it) small- to medium-sized arenas!
TSA takes a different approach to consulting. Specifically, TSA prepares audio / video / control system designs. We respond best when the client already has determined views of the purpose and budget for a space.
We frequently find that contractors have access to the required products and have the staff to install them. However, they lack the personnel and resources for planning and documentation. As a result, TSA feels that it is important to extend the design role beyond the preparation of a written requirement and accompanying drawings. To that end, we base our total concept for any project on reviewing the requirements with the selected contractor, and working with the contractor to provide the most comprehensive system that satisfies the client's requirements, within budget and without compromise.
We can also help the contractor with the documentation, as this is an area where many contractors falter. Our forté is CAD and the writing of user instructions and technical manuals. These services are available to small and medium sized contractors throughout North America.
Something to Brag About
Based on attendance at the three levels of courses offered by Crestron Electronics in Rockleigh NJ, Bruce Dingwall has completed all of the training in the design and programming of Crestron control systems. Calling on his background in programming PLCs, Bruce was able to move quickly into programming the new systems for an extensive cross-section of applications and has attained Certification. There have also been several courses given for an advanced group of programmers from around North America. The list of projects now totals more than one hundred systems and is growing steadily. TSA is one of a select group of companies included in the group called CAIPs - Crestron Authorized Independent Programmers.
For more information on Crestron Control Systems, please review the
Crestron page.
Design Services
Although small, TSA possesses a wealth of background information
and experience. Through daily contact with contractors and manufacturers, we are able to provide integrated solutions to audio / visual / control design requirements.
TSA functions as an independent body retained by the client to ensure that there is full understanding and proper implementation of the design and requirement. In these cases, the client frequently requires our services to prepare a design addressing the requirements for this space, to ensure that it is properly implemented, and that the results are as predicted. From there, we proceed to write a specification around the best products and services, and to prepare the drawings which accompany the text.
We will also manage the project to the extent that we
will work with the contractor to ensure that the client's requirements
are met expediently. We follow the progress and point out deficiencies.
This ensures that the design process remains cohesive, and that there are
no misunderstandings about the final results expected. Finally, we attend
the final testing and commissioning to ensure that the systems operate
according to the intent of the design.
Other Services
TSA / Bricaran has another function, which is the preparation of background material for the theatre and film industries. With an extensive library of resource materials at her disposal, Carole Dingwall can prepare synopses of films, profiles of performers, etc., for journalists, public relations companies and advertisers.
Principals
Bruce Dingwall is a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET - Electronics). With thirty-plus years experience in audio, video, control and broadcast applications, he is TSA's Designer. His professional designation permits him to work on both sides of the Canada-US border, according to provisions in the NAFTA agreement.
He is experienced in designing and programming a variety of control systems and since 2000, has been extensively involved with Crestron Systems. He also designs and programs PLC based interface systems. Primary applications for PLCs have been in the fields of Broadcasting and Paging System control.
Carole Dingwall is a Certified Administrative Manager (CAM). With thirty-plus years experience in accounting, financial management and information research, she is TSA's General Manager. In addition to her bookkeeping tasks, she manages an extensive library of reference materials related to film and stage productions, as well as script and production details.
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