March 3, 2025 – Indianapolis, IN – Associated Controls + Design (ACD) and Gemini Light Sound & Video (Gemini) have announced ACD’s acquisition of Gemini’s integration division to enhance theatrical and architainment support across the South Central Region of the US.
ACD is a full-service dealer and systems integrator specializing in lighting, dimming, rigging, drapery, and AV solutions for architectural and theatrical environments. For over 25 years, they have offered extensive support in the design and specifications of these projects with their expert installations, inspections, and equipment sales.
With over 40 years of experience in light, sound, and video, Gemini delivers end-to-end live event production services. Their expansive gear inventory, meticulous planning, and innovative design techniques make them a trusted partner in bringing every client’s vision to life with precision and impact. Looking ahead, Gemini is excited to expand its collaboration with ACD, creating more seamless and dynamic event experiences for clients across the industry.
This acquisition allows Gemini to focus on its core mission of live event production while enabling ACD to reach new markets for those who need exceptional theatrical installation and integration. Gemini’s installation team will continue serving existing clients from their Dallas, TX, base under the new name, Gemini Integrations, an Associated Controls + Design Company, before fully transitioning to the ACD brand.
“This acquisition marks an exciting milestone for ACD as we continue to grow and improve our best-in-class design and implementation services,” remarks Mike Brubaker, President of Associated Controls + Design. “By combining our teams, we are strengthening our ability to deliver outstanding support to a broader market.”
For more information on this transition and to explore ACD’s specialized design and support services for theatrical projects, contact ACD here.
About Associated Controls + Design
Associated Controls + Design (ACD) is a full-service theatrical dealer and an architainment systems integrator providing the equipment and expertise needed to make visions into reality. ACD aids with the design and specifications and sells, installs, inspects, and supports lighting, dimming, rigging, drapery, and audio-visual systems and related equipment to new and existing theaters, schools, churches, restaurants, museums, and other specialized architectural environments.
To learn more about ACD, visit https://www.acdtheatrical.com/
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About Gemini Light Sound & Video
Gemini Light Sound & Video brings over 40 years of expertise in lighting, sound, and video, offering a vast inventory for rental and sales. Located in Dallas, TX, Gemini serves corporate, sports, houses of worship, music, and special event clients. Providing end-to-end live event production services, Gemini is part of the Live Events Productions network of companies.
To learn more about Gemini, visit https://geminilsv.com/
To learn more about Live Event Productions, visit https://liveevents.com/