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Furman Showcases Merit Z Series Power Conditioners at InfoComm 2026, Expanding Access to Trusted Power Protection to AV and IT
When AV and IT converge, Furman’s new lineup delivers clean power, advanced protection, and practical features designed for real-world commercial and live performance environments.
LAS VEGAS, NV — May 2026 — As AV and IT systems become more interconnected and performance expectations in commercial applications continue to rise, reliable power has become a critical foundation for system stability and longevity. At InfoComm 2026, Furman, a Nice brand, will showcase at Booth #C9906 the essential role of quality power to the performance of AV and IT ecosystems with the introduction of its Merit Z Series Power Conditioners.
The Merit Z Series represents the next evolution of Furman’s long-standing commitment to power quality. Developed in direct response to customer feedback, the lineup extends professional-grade protection to a wider audience, including commercial AV integrators, IT professionals, studios, and live event environments, without compromising on performance or safety.
Six new models will be introduced, including three for North America (120V) and three for international markets (240V).
“With the Merit Z Series, we’re bringing the protection customers expect from Furman to more users than ever before,” says Rob Harris, Product Manager and Artist Relations Manager at Nice North America. “This lineup was engineered directly in response to what musicians, technicians, and integrators have been asking for—cleaner power, smarter diagnostics, and dependable protection at a more accessible level.”
Built for Reliable, Real-World Performance
At its core, the Merit Z Series is designed to ensure stable operation in environments where power quality can directly impact performance, uptime, and equipment longevity.
Key Features and Benefits:
- Extreme Voltage Shutdown (EVS): Automatically shuts down the unit during unsafe voltage conditions, protecting connected equipment before damage can occur
- Dynamic Multicolor Warning Voltmeter (select models): Provides real-time voltage monitoring with intuitive visual indicators for system status
- Built-In Breaker Indicator: Instantly shows when a circuit has been tripped, reducing troubleshooting time on-site
- Color-Changing Pull-Out Rack Lights (select models): Improve visibility in low-light environments while offering customizable lighting accents
- Expanded Outlet Access: Select models provide up to 12 outlets, including both front and rear connections for greater flexibility
- USB-C and USB-A Charging Ports: Deliver up to 5V/3A for USB-C and. 5V/2.4A for USB-A to for mobile devices and AV accessories.
Supporting Modern AV and IT Environments
With more than 50 years of leadership in power management, Furman continues to set the standard for protecting critical systems across a wide range of applications, including commercial AV installations, houses of worship, studios, live venues, and enterprise IT environments.
At InfoComm 2026, Furman will share Booth #C9906 with fellow Nice brand Gefen, highlighting how reliable power conditioning and robust signal distribution work hand in hand to support overall system performance. By pairing Furman’s clean, stable power with Gefen’s advanced signal management solutions, integrators can build more resilient AV systems, reducing downtime, minimizing signal-related issues, and ensuring consistent performance from source to display.
Live demonstrations at the booth will showcase this integrated approach in action, giving attendees a practical look at how combining power and signal solutions can simplify deployment, streamline troubleshooting, and enhance long-term system reliability.
Visit Nice Brands Furman and Gefen at InfoComm 2026
Attendees are invited to visit Furman and Gefen at the Nice Booth #C9906 to learn how these customer-driven innovations deliver practical value, long-term reliability, and confidence in demanding professional environments. To learn more about Nice North America AV and Power Solutions, click here.
About Nice
Founded in the early 1990s, Nice is a global leader in Smart Living Solutions, offering a complete range of integrated solutions for gate automation, garage doors, solar shading systems, parking systems, wireless alarm systems and home security, for residential, commercial and industrial applications; smart and connected systems for residential and commercial applications, for the security, access control, AI (Artificial Intelligence), comfort & wellness, control and power/AV sectors. Nice has embarked on a strategic path of expansion and extension of its portfolio of connected solutions and platforms to offer a wide choice of customizable solutions and ease of use for the end user. This is complemented by strengthening and expanding in markets with high growth potential, as well as a renewed branding activity to compete in new market segments. Today Nice can rely on an organization of over 2,000 people on 5 continents, boasting a wealth of different skills and cultures, as well as 14 R&D centers and 13 production plants serving its partners and customers in over 100 countries worldwide.
About Nice North America
Nice North America, LLC, a subsidiary of Nice, is one of the largest manufacturers of smart residential, commercial, and industrial solutions in the world, providing integrated smart living experiences. They offer seamless and easy-to-install technology for smart home control, security & automation, perimeter access and protection, including hostile vehicle mitigation, sunshade solutions, power management, and entertainment. Based in Carlsbad, CA, at the heart of Southern California’s innovation corridor, the company drives innovation through a network of advanced R&D and manufacturing centers across the region, with major operations in Kent, Olive Branch, and Montreal, Canada. Supporting professional integrators, dealers, and distribution partners, the company offers award-winning programs, hands-on technical support, field training, and CEU-certified education initiatives designed to help accelerate business growth. Nice North America lives out their mission of creating environments where individuals truly feel unbounded, safe, and free through smart solutions – an impact exemplified by its support of the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. program for wounded veterans – and strives toward building a brighter and more sustainable future.
Nice North America Media Contacts
Nice North America Agency Contact: Katye McGregor Bennett of KMB Communications at (406) 446-1283 or katye@kmbcomm.com.
Nice North America Corporate Contact: Anggie O’Farrell, Marketing Communications Specialist, (619) 761-0623, anggie.ofarrell@niceforyou.com.
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