7th May 2021
Adults will tell you that some of the most memorable parts of school life were the assemblies they attended, whether they learned an important life lesson or just sang to a favourite song with friends. We’ve come up with a few ideas for school assemblies that can be used all year round.
19th March 2021
Universities and colleges all feature lecture theatres. They have been used for hundreds of years to impart knowledge, motivate people and inspire students. The benefits of lecture theatres cannot be understated. We have provided a few of the benefits of having a lecture theatre.
3rd March 2021
CPS is happy to announce the release of two new auditorium seating systems – The Primo and the Novus. Read our blog to find out more.
3rd February 2021
Fixed or retractable seating is a significant investment for the future of your venue. It is important to protect the investment by servicing the seating. Servicing is required to ensure your seating is kept to top condition and to excellent working standards.
27th January 2021
Fixed seating is traditional auditorium or lecture theatre chairs that are fixed to flat or tiered floors. This type of seating is the most popular and cost effective ideal for optimising space in venues. Read all of the benefits of fixed seating.
16th December 2020
We have noticed an increase over the last few years of organisations and establishments wanting to showcase their brand identity on the lecture theatre seating and auditorium seating systems. Read about how you can display your brand identity in your lecture theatre.
9th December 2020
The CPS office will be closing from 4:30pm on Wednesday 23rd December 2020 and we will open again on Monday 4th January 2021 at 8am.
27th November 2020
We are pleased to introduce a very special offer on a limited number of stage packages. These are brand new manufactured products that are in stock for immediate dispatch.
13th October 2020
Collaborative learning can be used in a range of situations in schools, colleges, universities or other venues. We are going to look at what seating is most suitable for collaborative learning.
8th October 2020
Collaborative learning is a new teaching method where people learn in small groups or teams allowing them to consolidate their knowledge on the concept being discussed. We are going to explain the pros and cons of collaborative learning.
1st October 2020
Collaborative learning is a new method of teaching and learning that has been increasing in popularity over the last few years. What is collaborative learning and why is it important?
16th September 2020
When it comes time to replace your fixed seating, should you choose to replace or simply refurbish? We’ve provided the pros and cons of each to help you decide.
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10th August 2020
Most fixed seating manufacturers use spring based seating systems for their tip up seats which can degrade, stretch and break over time. Whereas CPS uses counter-weight tipping providing fail-proof and reliable auto-tipping for decades.
7th August 2020
At CPS Manufacturing Co, we don't just create staging or seating. We create opportunities.
25th June 2020
CPS Manufacturing Co has introduced our theatre seat called the enCore. Finished in traditional upholstery, our enCore theatre seat uses counter weight tipping which provides reliable, smooth and quiet tipping actions.
5th June 2020
Universities are currently planning to welcome students back in the new academic year. These are the precautions universities may be putting in place for September onwards.
29th May 2020
The Government is starting to ease social distancing measures and theatres are starting to consider what they will look like once they can reopen. We have provided some examples of how theatres could be impacted.
15th May 2020
In response to our unprecendented times, CPS Manufacturing Co has released the VEWhygiene collection to support you, your colleagues and your customers and to help prevent the spread of the disease.
21st April 2020
We are open and operations are proceeding in a ‘Safe and Phased’ manner.
27th March 2020
In light of the recent developments we have taken the decision to close the business from today until 20/04/2020 in line with the guidelines set out by the Government.
24th March 2020
We are excited to announce that our brand new corporate video is now live! If you'd like to learn more about CPS Manufacturing Co., what we do and what stand for then be sure to give it a watch.
18th March 2020
In February, a report by the Sports Ground Safety Authority (SGSA) found that safe standing had a “positive impact on spectator safety” and Manchester United applied to create 1,500 safe standing seats at Old Trafford. So what is safe standing and what safe standing seats are available?
13th March 2020
People spend the most time sat in seats at your venue. High quality seating is important in your venue to ensure that the time clients spend in your seats is a pleasant experience. Find out why high quality seating is so important.
24th January 2020
During flipped classrooms or lectures, students are required to complete group activities, collaborative research, debates and discussions. New seating may be required for lecture rooms or classrooms to accommodate this new style of teaching.
17th January 2020
Flipped classrooms or lectures are a new teaching method that makes the student the focus of the class. We've pulled together a list of the advantages of disadvantages of flipped classrooms.
10th January 2020
A study in 2014 found that 78% of teachers had flipped at least one of their lessons and teachers that have tried it would recommend it to fellow teachers. So what is a flipped lecture or classroom?
18th December 2019
Thank you for working with us this year; we are looking forward to working with you next year. Have a happy holiday and a great New Year!
17th December 2019
Stepping into your first lecture with is completely different from college and high school so it can be a bit daunting to begin with. We’ve pulled together a list of lecture theatre etiquette at university to help.
5th December 2019
Christmas lights are being turned on in towns and decorations are being adorned in people’s homes. We’ve pulled together a list of the best plays for primary schools to make your school’s Christmas goes off without a hitch.
20th November 2019
There are only 35 days until Christmas. Choirs should be organising songs and practising for concerts in the lead up to Christmas. We’ve pulled together a list of the best Christmas songs for choirs.
8th November 2019
Are you decorating your stage for Christmas? Check out our guide on how to make it extra festive this year.
9th October 2019
There are only 72 days until schools break up for Christmas. The Christmas play or nativity is often the first opportunity children have to try acting and performing. You can make their first experiences of acting or performing extra special with our school staging.
25th September 2019
More than £1,400 raised from the mileage challenge completed during September for the Bluebell Wood Children's Hospice. The team also completed a grand total of more than 1,000 miles during the challenge.
3rd September 2019
We have been awarded Gold level membership with Constructiononline. The gold membership provides an increased level of scrutiny and assurance to our buyers.
28th August 2019
We have successfully passed another annual SSIP Acclaim Accreditation process today. This is the second year that CPS Manufacturing Co has been accredited by SSIP Acclaim.
20th August 2019
CPS Manufacturing’s best-selling staging platform types use 40 x 40mm aluminium box section legs. Follow our step by step guide on how to install legs on the CPS staging platforms.
9th August 2019
A team at CPS Manufacturing is taking part in a challenge to complete 1,000 miles over 3 weeks for the Bluebell Wood Children's Hospice.
24th July 2019
We are pleased to announce that CPS Manufacturing is partnering with Jezet Seating.
22nd July 2019
CPS Manufacturing Co welcome a brand new member to the Marketing team: Emma McHale!
8th July 2019
CPS Manufacturing are now set to start another fundraising challenge for the Children's Hospice, after raising £300 in a 'Keeping it Casual for Bluebell Wood' campaign!
1st July 2019
Check out our 'how to' guide to constructing a CPS wheeled stage, used to move heavy objects on stage such as a piano.
24th June 2019
There's so much more to stages than just timber and metal. We interviewed 84 year old actress Estelle Shutkever to learn about how an experience on stage at 8 years old changed her life forever.
18th June 2019
One of the best ways to demonstrate you are competent in what you do is to gain different accreditations to give the buyer an assurance that they are dealing with both a reliable and reputable company.
10th June 2019
Check out all of our videos on the CPS YouTube channel!
3rd June 2019
CPS Manufacturing has a huge announcement to bring to you all!
28th May 2019
With the planned summer works programme on the horizon, here's a friendly reminder to assure you that CPS Manufacturing Co is here to help with those last minute projects
20th May 2019
CPS Manufacturing Co is delighted to announce that our 2019 Staging brochure has now gone to press.
13th May 2019
CPS Manufacturing offers a range of high quality auditorium and lecture theatre seating systems that are designed and manufactured in the UK.
7th May 2019
Do you remember the very first time you set foot on your school stage?
29th April 2019
Our prestigious range of auditorium and lecture theatre seating is designed and manufactured to tolerate the constant usage that a university environment demands.
23rd April 2019
Our Inova interactive seating opens up a new avenue of teaching and learning methods to help inspire and ignite creativity.
15th April 2019
Please note that our office and warehouse will close at 4:30pm on Thursday 18th April and re-open at 8:00am on Tuesday 23rd April.
8th April 2019
What if we got rid of our ‘store rooms’ and put the stage into the floor? This might sound crazy but it really works!
1st April 2019
We took some time out of the week to go and reflect on the past financial year and look to the next: 2019/2020.
25th March 2019
CPS Manufacturing Co are excited to be helping a local Children's Hospice.
18th March 2019
The offices of CPS Manufacturing Co will be closed in the morning on 29th March for a company offsite day.
11th March 2019
Get true value for money with all CPS seating and staging products that have been built to last. Why settle for less?
4th March 2019
Specify through us quickly and simply with NBS+ or BIM.
25th February 2019
Whether the style is out of date or the materials are tired, CPS can help revitalise your lecture theatre or auditorium
18th February 2019
Is your school stage still living up to expectations? Or is it time for a revamp?
11th February 2019
Our staging provides attention to detail, in-built strength and an attractive durable finish
4th February 2019
Our esteemed range of auditorium seating offers unique style and comfort levels
28th January 2019
Our high quality flexible staging systems are the perfect solution for busy venues
21st January 2019
Click to discover the high quality seating systems we can manufacture and install
14th January 2019
The Lectio has been developed to enhance collaborative learning methods.
7th January 2019
The CPS team is here to help you deliver your 2019 projects both on time and budget
17th December 2018
CPS will close on Thursday 20th December at 4:00pm and re-open on Wednesday 2nd January at 8:00am
10th December 2018
A demountable seating system is a cost advantageous alternative to a retractable seating system
5th December 2018
Please make a note of our opening and closing times over the forthcoming Christmas break
3rd December 2018
We now have 10 free to use BIM seating objects that can be downloaded via the National BIM Library
26th November 2018
CPS specialise in the supply and installation of a quality range of spectator seating
22nd November 2018
We have some special Black Friday offers available for a limited period of time
19th November 2018
Don't put your faith in those old, dilapidated wooden blocks this Christmas
12th November 2018
Our collaborative seating products encourages effective group work activity
5th November 2018
From concept to completion we've helped in the restoration of the 'Ally Pally' theatre
29th October 2018
It's been an active and at times a challenging summer for the CPS installation teams
22nd October 2018
The Inova embraces a fresh way of teaching and improves interaction between students and the lecturer
15th October 2018
Staging solutions designed and manufactured to meet your exact and unique requirements
8th October 2018
Our superb new theatre chair will leave your audience wanting more and more
1st October 2018
A warm welcome to Steve Moss who will oversee our seating and staging projects
24th September 2018
Our team get asked many questions about our school staging systems on a daily basis
17th September 2018
Make your life a whole lot easier with a CPS staging system designed for schools
10th September 2018
The Type has a superior specification to ensure extra longevity in demanding environments
3rd September 2018
The new academic year is here - is it time to replace your old staging system?
28th August 2018
Looking after your audience is undeniably more important than you think
20th August 2018
We get asked many different questions about our high quality staging products
13th August 2018
The CPS team is here to make your journey with us as smooth as possible
6th August 2018
Putting up a stage curtain system is now a simple and safe task for anyone!
30th July 2018
What do you need to consider when specifying seating for a lecture theatre or auditorium?
23rd July 2018
Discover why summer is the busiest time of the year for our seating installations
16th July 2018
Facilitating your seating, staging and LED lighting needs all under one roof
9th July 2018
Find out why new product development is important to the longevity of a successful business
2nd July 2018
Our commitment to accreditation ensures we achieve a high standard in everything we do
25th June 2018
Discover why our lead times are critical to the success of your project
18th June 2018
Our widely regarded lifetime warranty applies to most products that we manufacture
11th June 2018
Make sure your CPS stage system is in good working order with our servicing packages
11th June 2018
Our bespoke seating solutions are designed and manufactured to meet your unique requirements
5th June 2018
We have installed both a warm and welcoming dais to the beautiful church of St. Mark in Salisbury
5th June 2018
Speak to us about the repair and refurbishment of your existing seating system
29th May 2018
The summer holidays are almost in sight but we're here to help you make a success of your summer events
29th May 2018
Our seating products are manufactured to a very high standard to provide an unrivalled blend of style and comfort
21st May 2018
Having a team that understands the company's core values is key to a successful brand story
14th May 2018
Our high quality staging products truly complement the surroundings of a church or cathedral
14th May 2018
The CPS team is here to help with those projects that have a habit of dropping on the desk at the eleventh hour.
8th May 2018
52 years of design and engineering has gone into producing the UK’s most select range of seating systems
8th May 2018
Create a professional looking stage for your big events with our superb curtain stage systems
30th April 2018
This must be one of the most impressive auditorium seating projects we’ve delivered from concept to completion
30th April 2018
CPS have secured a prestigious contract and will help transform the East Wing of Alexandra Palace
23rd April 2018
We know that being successful in our markets is a challenge and is something not to be taken for granted
16th April 2018
Our in-house team of structural engineers have the expertise and knowledge to design quality tiered seating systems
16th April 2018
Planning an event in school can be a stressful process so let CPS help make things easier for you
9th April 2018
Our auditorium seating products are individually designed and manufactured to your exact needs
9th April 2018
Karndean’s luxurious range of tile flooring can be perfectly laid on our staging systems
19th March 2018
'You get what you pay for’ is a very well-known saying but carries a lot of weight
19th March 2018
Our superb demountable staging systems offer the perfect solution for buildings of an ecclesiastical style
15th March 2018
Please make a note of our opening and closing times over the forthcoming Easter break
12th March 2018
We'd be thrilled to help you with your lecture theatre or auditorium refurbishment projects that you have planned for this summer!
12th March 2018
A demountable tiered seating system is an ideal solution where a fixed seat auditorium is not possible to achieve
6th March 2018
We will be closed from 8:00am to 12:30pm on Thursday 22nd March so we can unveil our future plans to the CPS team
5th March 2018
Our innovative Inova 'turn and learn' system offers the perfect solution to meet your collaborative learning goals
5th March 2018
Please contact us for an expert’s view on the way in which the use of your school hall can be fully maximised
26th February 2018
Thanks to the hard work of loyal staff and our exceptional clients, we've come a long way from the original garage!
19th February 2018
As well as supplying high quality staging systems to many organisations, we also offer a wide range of loose furniture
19th February 2018
Our Asset range of seating has been installed into many venues throughout the UK including lecture theatres and auditoriums
12th February 2018
Please get in touch with the industry experts for your auditorium and lecture theatre projects planned for this summer
12th February 2018
You're in the right place if your school requires a professional staging system that is built to last and safe to use
5th February 2018
CPS is laser focused on keeping their clients happy with an ongoing commitment to provide quality products and services
5th February 2018
CPS staging products are of a high quality and compliment the surroundings of a church or cathedral
29th January 2018
A tailor made range of sturdy seating that is ideal for daily use in either a lecture theatre or auditorium
29th January 2018
A quality CPS school staging system is the perfect choice for school halls no matter how big or small
22nd January 2018
Whatever method of specification you decide to use, our investment in RIBA can help make a difference
22nd January 2018
Our quality staging systems are readily available in all shapes and sizes and are suitable for use in many different venues
15th January 2018
Check out the CPS eBay store where you can get your hands on some quality staging products at great prices
8th January 2018
We're now at the start of another new year but the school hall will always remain a busy and flexible space!
8th January 2018
The Harvard style lecture theatre seating system offers the perfect solution to increase student interaction
2nd January 2018
A New Year brings new opportunities and CPS is here to help you deliver your project on time and budget
18th December 2017
The CPS office and factory will close on Thursday 21st December and then re-open on Tuesday 2nd January 2018 at 08:00am
11th December 2017
A wide range of superior market-leading auditorium and lecture theatre seating systems made in the UK
27th November 2017
The repair and refurbishment of an existing seating system is often the most desired option these days
27th November 2017
With Christmas just around the corner you can rely on CPS to provide a professional staging system
20th November 2017
The versatility of our platforms is one of the key benefits of a CPS school stage system
20th November 2017
Our high quality range of spectator seating offers ultimate performance for the sports and leisure industry
13th November 2017
From concept to completion, we have created some wonderful bright and colourful teaching spaces in our 51 year history
13th November 2017
Old wooden stage blocks are difficult to move around, bulky to store and above all, unsafe to use
6th November 2017
Our staging has been engineered to provide many years of extensive, trouble-free use
6th November 2017
The Hans Rausing lecture theatre at the London Science Museum is now benefitting from a new CPS bench seating system
30th October 2017
We can help students effectively interact with one another to meet your collaborative learning goals
30th October 2017
Our school stages come with an industry unique lifetime warranty to give you extra peace of mind
23rd October 2017
A prestigious collection of seating solutions that provides a unique blend of style, comfort and longevity
23rd October 2017
The original CPS stage platforms were in place for 33 years in the Guildhall's medieval Great Hall
16th October 2017
Our new seating brochure is full of great ideas and concepts to help you create an inspiring and stimulating environment for your audience
16th October 2017
With more emphasis placed on health and safety issues in schools, is your school stage still fit for purpose?
11th October 2017
The 66 platform configuration has been designed and manufactured with the expert help of acoustic professionals, orchestra members and installation technicians
5th October 2017
Our telephone system has been fixed and we're back up and running
14th September 2017
Why settle for less? Get true value for money with all CPS seating and staging products that have been built to last
8th August 2017
The Hallé St Peter’s building has been transformed to its former glory and our superb tiered staging truly compliments this fabulous building
27th June 2017
CPS fully understands the high expectations of university students and has developed a quality seating range to accomodate their needs
14th March 2017
If you have a lecture theatre or auditorium refurbishment project planned this summer - we'd be thrilled to help!
24th February 2017
The historic city of Exeter is home to a wonderful cathedral where you can find some high quality bespoke CPS staging products
18th January 2017
More than 50 years of design and engineering have gone into producing the UK's most select range of seating systems for the education sector
16th September 2016
The children at this Nottinghamshire primary school are benefitting from a professional staging system from CPS
5th September 2016
CPS Manufacturing Co has been celebrating its 50th birthday this year and we've put some special tweets together in recognition of this
22nd August 2016
We have received the following feedback from Interserve Construction regarding a recent project at Teesside University
3rd August 2016
The Inova system is a distinguished seating solution and carries our well-renowned hallmarks of quality, function and durability
19th July 2016
We have officially launched our much improved and new-look website
13th July 2016
We have installed another high quality performance stage in a North Lincolnshire primary school
20th June 2016
Our Asset A10 seating has stood the test of time at Scunthorpe's Plowright Theatre since 2004
1st June 2016
The popular Avatar spectator seating has been installed in the swimming pool viewing area of Macclesfield leisure centre
13th May 2016
We're now BIM ready with a selection of key seating objects ready to download for free from the national BIM library
18th March 2016
Throughout 2016 we will be celebrating our fiftieth year in business
17th March 2016
Demountable seating can be one of the most valuable assets to a venue where the flexible use of floor space is high priority
16th March 2016
CPS Manufacturing Co has acquired the universally known Walt Disney Company to its ever growing list of customers
14th March 2016
CPS Manufacturing Co is delighted to announce the launch of their new loose furniture brochure which has been branded the Endura range.
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