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SGPS/ShowRig Acquires Niscon Inc.

The companies work across entertainment rigging, automation, and motion control

SGPS/ShowRig, Inc, a leading specialist in rigging, staging, automation and custom fabrication that counts acts such as Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, blink-182 and KISS as clients, has acquired Canadian company Niscon Inc, which specializes in motion control systems and automation.

Why it matters:

  • The deal combines SGPS/ShowRig’s world-class capabilities with Niscon’s Raynok software and advanced control systems, creating a unified approach and comprehensive solution to automation, motion control, and stage rigging.

  • The combined entity will deliver efficiency, creativity and safety for concert tours, film and television productions, festivals, permanent installations and similar applications.

  • Niscon will operate as a division of SGPS/ShowRig from its Ontario headquarters.

Leadership:

  • Niscon owner Denis Lefrancois will guide the integration of Niscon with SGPS/ShowRig.

  • Niscon’s Co-Founder/CEO Joseph Jeremy will remain part of the leadership team, ensuring a smooth transition and continued innovation.

  • Peter Sinkner, Niscon’s Co-Founder and principal architect of the Raynok software, will continue in a consultancy role.

What they said:

  • SGPS/ShowRig President Ned Collett: “This is a natural evolution of the long-standing partnership between SGPS/ShowRig and Niscon. For years, our touring clients, including some of the biggest names in the industry, have relied on Niscon's Raynok software to execute jaw-dropping automation. Niscon’s reputation for reliability and technical excellence aligns perfectly with SGPS/ShowRig’s legacy of engineering excellence. By bringing this technology in-house, we can offer our clients a truly integrated and powerful solution that will push the boundaries of what's possible. We are excited to welcome the talented Niscon team to the SGPS/ShowRig family.”

SGPS/ShowRig, Inc, a leading specialist in rigging, staging, automation and custom fabrication that counts acts such as Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, blink-182 and KISS as clients, has acquired Canadian company Niscon Inc, which specializes in motion control systems and automation.

Why it matters:

  • The deal combines SGPS/ShowRig’s world-class capabilities with Niscon’s Raynok software and advanced control systems, creating a unified approach and comprehensive solution to automation, motion control, and stage rigging.

  • The combined entity will deliver efficiency, creativity and safety for concert tours, film and television productions, festivals, permanent installations and similar applications.

  • Niscon will operate as a division of SGPS/ShowRig from its Ontario headquarters.

Leadership:

  • Niscon owner Denis Lefrancois will guide the integration of Niscon with SGPS/ShowRig.

  • Niscon’s Co-Founder/CEO Joseph Jeremy will remain part of the leadership team, ensuring a smooth transition and continued innovation.

  • Peter Sinkner, Niscon’s Co-Founder and principal architect of the Raynok software, will continue in a consultancy role.

What they said:

  • SGPS/ShowRig President Ned Collett: “This is a natural evolution of the long-standing partnership between SGPS/ShowRig and Niscon. For years, our touring clients, including some of the biggest names in the industry, have relied on Niscon's Raynok software to execute jaw-dropping automation. Niscon’s reputation for reliability and technical excellence aligns perfectly with SGPS/ShowRig’s legacy of engineering excellence. By bringing this technology in-house, we can offer our clients a truly integrated and powerful solution that will push the boundaries of what's possible. We are excited to welcome the talented Niscon team to the SGPS/ShowRig family.”

SGPS/ShowRig, Inc, a leading specialist in rigging, staging, automation and custom fabrication that counts acts such as Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, blink-182 and KISS as clients, has acquired Canadian company Niscon Inc, which specializes in motion control systems and automation.

Why it matters:

  • The deal combines SGPS/ShowRig’s world-class capabilities with Niscon’s Raynok software and advanced control systems, creating a unified approach and comprehensive solution to automation, motion control, and stage rigging.

  • The combined entity will deliver efficiency, creativity and safety for concert tours, film and television productions, festivals, permanent installations and similar applications.

  • Niscon will operate as a division of SGPS/ShowRig from its Ontario headquarters.

Leadership:

  • Niscon owner Denis Lefrancois will guide the integration of Niscon with SGPS/ShowRig.

  • Niscon’s Co-Founder/CEO Joseph Jeremy will remain part of the leadership team, ensuring a smooth transition and continued innovation.

  • Peter Sinkner, Niscon’s Co-Founder and principal architect of the Raynok software, will continue in a consultancy role.

What they said:

  • SGPS/ShowRig President Ned Collett: “This is a natural evolution of the long-standing partnership between SGPS/ShowRig and Niscon. For years, our touring clients, including some of the biggest names in the industry, have relied on Niscon's Raynok software to execute jaw-dropping automation. Niscon’s reputation for reliability and technical excellence aligns perfectly with SGPS/ShowRig’s legacy of engineering excellence. By bringing this technology in-house, we can offer our clients a truly integrated and powerful solution that will push the boundaries of what's possible. We are excited to welcome the talented Niscon team to the SGPS/ShowRig family.”

👋 Disclosures & Transparency Block
  • This story was written with information from SGPS/ShowRig’s press release.

  • We covered it because it’s news of a major acquisition in the live events space. 

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