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Press Release: Kordz Expands Reach in New Zealand Following New Strategic Distribution Partnership with Connected Media

Systems integrators in New Zealand now have full access to Kordz’ globally renowned connectivity solutions, leveraging Connected Media’s extensive distribution network and technical support.
 

November 11, 2024 – As AV, networking and automation projects become increasingly sophisticated, the demand for reliable, robust connectivity products continues to grow. Through a new partnership with Kordz, industry-leading distributor, Connected Media, now offers custom integrators across New Zealand its comprehensive range of award-winning, professional-grade cabling and connectors designed to make installation easier while ensuring optimal performance. Connected Media will stock and distribute the full Kordz product range across networking, video, audio and control, enabling dealers to select the exact cabling solution that meets the specific needs of any project.

For more than 20 years, Kordz’ team of experienced former integrators has been dedicated to solving the challenges of today’s integration through industry-centric product innovation, a process they call "Kordzification." This mission to continually advance connectivity solutions for the CI channel combines deep customer consultation with meticulous design, engineering and manufacturing that meet industry standards using premium materials. As a result, Kordz’ offerings are known for their ease of installation, reliability, performance, and ability to enhance overall project profitability by saving time on site and reducing callbacks.

Connected Media, an award-winning distributor, brings over three decades of experience providing AV products to a network of custom dealers, specialty AV retailers and electrical wholesalers in New Zealand and worldwide. As a distributor deeply embedded in the AV retail and custom installation channels, Connected Media is ideally positioned to represent the Kordz brand and bring a new calibre of connectivity solutions to New Zealand’s expanding AV market.

“Connected Media’s expertise in the CI channel, passion for the industry, and strong network of regional partners provide Kordz with a unique opportunity to support integrators and grow within this thriving AV market,” says James Chen, Managing Director of Kordz. “With next-day delivery from a centrally located, fully stocked warehouse, extensive technical training, and excellent marketing support, Connected Media equips its dealers with everything they need to deliver exceptional customer experiences while improving project profitability. We are proud to name them our New Zealand partner and look forward to making a difference to the daily challenges of integrators with our professional-grade solutions designed to be robust, fast and effective.”

"We’re thrilled to establish this exclusive partnership with such a globally respected brand as Kordz,” says Carey Dixon, Managing Director at Connected Media. “New Zealand’s AV market is booming, and Kordz’ premium cabling solutions provide our dealers with a solid, future-ready foundation for integrating emerging technologies confidently and seamlessly. Our shared passion for technology and commitment to long-term business relationships make this partnership a perfect fit. Premium brands like Kordz deserve top-tier treatment from a professional distributor, and we’re here to deliver exactly that.”

For more information about Kordz and its extensive line of cabling and connectivity solutions, please visit www.kordz.com. For more about Connected Media and its leading range of professional AV products, please visit https://connectedmedia.co.nz/

About Kordz

Kordz is the connectivity brand for integrators, by integrators. A multi-award-winning global industry leader in professional-grade connectivity products, Kordz’ team of seasoned former integrators is on a mission to ‘Kordzify’ and optimise technology for professionals by designing, engineering and manufacturing products that deliver ease and profitability through a seamless installation experience with high performance results that today’s tech-savvy end-users expect. With a wide range of robust, fast and effective solutions backed by expert technical support, Kordz helps integrators around the world meet the evolving cabling requirements of a diverse range of residential and commercial environments. For more information about Kordz, please visit kordz.com and follow the company @kordzglobal on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

About Connected Media

Connected Media is a premier distributor of audio-visual and connectivity solutions, serving the custom installation, commercial, and residential AV markets throughout New Zealand and beyond. With over 30 years of industry expertise, Connected Media supplies a vast network of AV integrators, specialty retailers, and electrical wholesalers with leading-edge technologies from top global brands. Known for its commitment to innovation, technical support, and exceptional customer service, Connected Media is dedicated to empowering its partners with the products and knowledge needed to deliver outstanding AV experiences. For more information, visit https://connectedmedia.co.nz/

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Please read on for a brief introduction to the Kordz range...
 

Kordz strives for Predictable Reliability - a core philosophy, constant pursuit and promised experience of its industry-leading product range. This blends a high standard of practical and graceful design, using advanced manufacturing methods, premium materials and rigorous testing and certification processes.

We are delighted to welcome Kordz to our stable of market-leading solutions for NZ's best-connected spaces of all shapes and sizes.
 

Connectivity.Assured.
 

The Kordz mission is to provide you with robust, fast and effective connectivity products. Some of the stand-out solutions include:
 

PRO3 HDMI Cables - Certified 18GBps 4K/60 - available in:

• Passive HDMI for short-range installations - 0.5m to 5.0m
• Active Copper for medium-range - 7.5m to 12.5m
• Active Optical for long-range projects - 10m+

PRS4 HDMI Cables - High Performance 48GBps 8K/ 10K HDR:

• Passive HDMI for short-range installations - 0.5m to 5.0m
• Active Optical for longer-range projects - 10m+

Rack-Optimised HDMI Cables - 18Gbps 4K/60 

• R.3 HDMI with Anti-fatigue connectors and advanced cable design for exceptional twist rates - perfect for custom rack projects 

PRO SlimCat Network Patch Cords come in a range of colours and lengths to suit projects of all sizes. The handy new BeltPak design has recyclable paper packaging to eliminate plastic waste on site. You can sling it over your shoulder and tear off patch cords as you go, leaving your hands free.

This product is also available in hang-sell friendly clear packaging if you prefer. This version has an even greater range of length and colour options:
 

This is just a small taste of what's on offer from Kordz.

For more, please see the linked price list below, or dive into these product categories on our website:

• HDMI Cables
• Network Cables (pre-terminated and bulk options)
• Audio Interconnects (analog, TOSLink and more!)
• Bulk Cable Spools (speaker cable, CAT and more)
• Connectors, Tools and more

Case Studies

Kordz actively contributes to education for industry professionals. You can draw inspiration from a wide range of published case studies, articles, white papers, videos and more to help with your next project.

This recent article called Data Connectivity: Demystified is a great example.

Kordz solutions are trusted for mission-critical applications where downtime isn't an option - like government, healthcare, military and space - as well as epic home theatres, data networks and everything in between.
 

Are you ready to join us in creating a more connected world that works?

Kordz products are available now to authorised dealers nationwide. Please get in touch to discuss how Kordz can connect your next project.

Click here to see the full range of Kordz products on our website.