ITS Apulia Foundation trusts Alfalite Led technology for its XR study

Modularpix Pro Led panels Alfalite are the core of the new XR virtual production studio of this Italian center, since the training of students and the work of AV creators and professionals is encouraged.

Located in the Italian city of Bari and forming part of the innovative Apulia Digital Lab, This new space is considered one of the most advanced digital production environments in southern Europe, from which students, AV creators and professionals They have a complete XR scenario at their disposal, equipped with the paneles Led Modularpix Pro from the manufacturer Alfalite.

The new Virtual Studio Production (VPS) of the ITS Puglia Foundation is part of a broader initiative to promote technological innovation in the entertainment industry sectors, culture and ICT. The project has been carried out in collaboration with Broadcast Digital Service (BDS), Alfalite local partner, as responsible for the supply and commissioning of the Led systems.

At the heart of this space is a volumen Led curvo, composed of Alfalite Modularpix Pro panels 1.9 ORIM VP XR, with a surface of 48 m² (12×4 metros), which is completed with a Led ceiling 10 m² with panels LedSky ModularPix Pro 3.9 HB VP XR for immersive lighting and reflections.

The Led installation is fully integrated with a professional camera RED, a camera tracking system Mon-Sys for precise synchronization in real time, and one motion capture Movella enabling dynamic character animations and performances in XR.

Along with real-time rendering using Unreal Engine 5 and a complete lighting and broadcast infrastructure, This new studio offers a robust and versatile platform for the production of extended reality experiences, visual effects and virtual sets.

“This project clearly demonstrates how LED technology can enhance education, creativity and innovation - points out Silvia C. Natal, Alfalite international sales director. We are proud that our Modularpix Pro panels have been selected for such a visionary initiative, that puts virtual production within the reach of students and professionals alike”.

In this line, Sacha Virgilius, BDS CEO, underlines the satisfaction “of having contributed to such an innovative project in collaboration with Alfalite. The ITS Apulia Foundation studio combines the best of XR technology, and Modularpix Pro panels deliver exceptional image quality performance, reliability and flexibility. “This installation marks an important milestone for the virtual production ecosystem in Italy”.

This new virtual production studio is part of a investment of 8 million euros carried out by the ITS Apulia Foundation in state-of-the-art digital infrastructures, which include computing clusters for AI, cybersecurity laboratories and AV environments advanced.

With a training model closely linked to the needs of the market, ITS Apulia Academy registers a job insertion rate close to 87% and acts as a key bridge between education and the changing demands of the ICT and media sectors.

“We believe that this type of study, Powered by robust and reliable LED technology, will set a new standard in professional training and the creation of virtual content in Europe. It is an honor for Alfalite to contribute to such a significant transformation”, Natal assures.

The VP XR study now is fully operational and will serve as a platform for a wide variety of productions, including movies, television shows, advertising, animation and immersive content, in addition to promoting new skills and professional opportunities in the region.

The Alfalite Modularpix Pro VP XR Led panels installed in the Apulia Digital Lab studio incorporate the ORIM technology (Optical Resin Injection Module), a sealing system using optical resin injection that improves precision between modules (<0,5 mm) and provides a 175º expanded viewing angle both horizontal and vertical.

These panels offer a superior protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD > 10kV), better thermal dissipation parameters and excellent impact resistance, liquids, chemicals and fire (with UL94 compliance). Besides, they are easier to clean, They present less deterioration and have the shortest repair time on the market, as the manufacturer assures.