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About Electric Picture Display Systems

Electric Picture Display Systems creates displays for a wide range of special applications. Our capabilities include designing, engineering, integrating, and supporting visual display systems. Applications include dramatically realistic simulation for military and commercial training; Life-like 3D/VR displays for Healthcare, Air Traffic Control and Game Development; Control Room/NOC displays operating 24/7 for Homeland Security and wide-scale monitoring; and vividly sharp projection and direct-view systems for Churches, Situation Rooms and Conference Centers. We provide comprehensive services for:

  • Control room & network ops center displays
  • Aviation & maritime simulation
  • Virtual reality/immersive systems
  • Military display systems
  • Commercial display applications

Our support and services are unparalleled in the industry.

Put our experience and expertise to work for you. Electric Picture provides the best engineered display solution incorporating:

  • Design/Engineering
  • Integration
  • Long-Term Support

Download the Electric Picture Display System Capabilities Statement, Catalog and/or Company Brochure:

CAGE Code: 446L6 | UEI: ZXLJMCDHFGF3 | DUNS #: 149177193

Electric Picture employs an impressive array of AV industry experts and technicians that deliver solid solutions.

Robert Paul “R. P.” Higgins

President/Founder

Hometown: Homer, NY

Colby College, Bachelor of Arts Music
Syracuse University, MBA

Started Electric Picture (EPDS) in 2003 following stints with projector manufacturers General Electric-PDPO, AmPro Corporation, Electrohome/Christie Digital Systems, and VDC. EPDS has designed and built over 100 multi-channel simulation displays for training facilities worldwide. The company also provides KVM systems to major corporations. Sponsored the company’s first US Patent – Mantis Pictureblend – in 2018. Mantis is a device which eliminates projected blend zones in simulation night scenes. Mallard, an updated version is Patent pending. Plays keyboards twice a month in a local rock band “St. John’s Wood”. Enjoys tennis, boating on the Indian River and traveling.

Email: rp.higgins@electricpicture.com
Phone: (321) 757-8484

Pamela Higgins

Vice President

Hometowns: Northport NY, Pasadena MD, Rockledge FL
Education: BA Psychology Binghamton University, MBA Syracuse University

Pam Higgins administers our contracts, finances, human resources, and general management aspects of our business. When not at the office, Pam enjoys traveling, the outdoors, tennis, her book club, but especially time with her grandchildren.

Email: pam.higgins@electricpicture.com
Phone: 321-757-8484

Phil Laney

Business Development Director

Hometown: Anniston, AL
Education: Auburn University, B.S. Aviation Management

Phil has a deep background in the simulation industry working from 1997-2010 at Barco Simulation which manufactured and integrated simulation display systems using CRT, LCD, LCoS, or  DLP® Barco projectors; from 2010-2022 at Digital Projection which manufactured DLP projectors and also manufactured and integrated direct view LED displays working as their Director of Simulation and Visualization; IDSI from 2022-2025 selling simulation display systems; and then Phil joined Electric Picture in 2025.  Prior to his simulation life, Phil worked in the aviation world for United Airlines, the Atlanta Airlines Terminal Corporation, and Eastern Airlines.  Phil enjoys tennis, biking (MTB and road), backpacking, fishing, kayaking, and traveling.

Email: p.laney@electricpicture.com
Phone: 678-358-5765

Jake Caracciolo

Project Manager

Hometown: East Rockaway, NY
Christopher Newport University, Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies/Environmental Studies

Avixa Certified Technology Specialist (CTS)

Extron GCP Certified

Jake’s current role as Projects Manager for Electric Picture requires thoughtful and deliberate oversight of all projects related to simulation and general A/V. Jake works alongside customers to provide proposals, oversee inventory and budgets, and lead on-site installations of projects around the world. From air traffic control simulators in Tunisia to US Naval simulators in Japan, Jake has left his mark within the simulation industry. Outside of work, Jake can be found fishing, snowboarding, or traveling.

Email: j.caracciolo@electricpicture.com
Phone: 516-587-7531

Thomas Miller

Operations Manager

Hometown: Spencerport, NY

Extron GCP Certified
Kramer Control Certified

Mallard Patent Author (Patent Pending)

Thomas manages day-to-day operations of the company. Duties include scheduling, logistics, repairs, sales, procedure implementation, and procurement of equipment/material for installations. Thomas also assists with system design and maintains an overview of projects. This includes programming and configuration of equipment for installations & repairs. Thomas’s hobbies & interests include surfing, fishing, video games, watching football, and relaxing with his pets.

Email: t.miller@electricpicture.com
Phone: (321) 757-8484

Austin Caracciolo

Design Engineer

Hometown: East Rockaway, NY

Clemson University, Bachelor of Science Civil Engineering
State of Florida Board of Professional Engineers, Engineer Intern

Austin specializes in designs and layouts of both projection and monitor based systems. Utilizing AutoCAD and SolidWorks Austin create diagrams and drawings for installation as well as for customer’s records. In addition, Austin develops products that Electric Picture routinely sells and installs. This includes the Hydra Stand Monitor Stand system for customizable video wall and simulation applications. Austin enjoys fishing and being on the water in his free time as well as working on his cars.

Email: a.caracciolo@electricpicture.com
Phone: (321) 757-8484

Colin Torbus

AV integration technician

Hometown: Port St. Lucie FL

Avixa Certified Technology Specialist (CTS)

Colin Torbus focuses on installation and calibration of simulation and video wall systems. At the office, Colin spends his time preparing shipments or materials and working towards various AV certifications. Outside of work Colin is an avid rock climber and enjoys playing video games

Logan Schlitt

AV Systems Integrator

Hometown: Rockledge, Florida

Avixa Certified Technology Specialist
Extron GCP Certified

Logan’s specialty is in the integration of Video Display Systems (VDS). Logan has a hand in the development, manufacturing, and installation of solutions Electric Picture Display Systems provide to the VDS market. This includes developments such as the Hydra Monitor Stand and Mallard Blend System for commercial and educational VDS applications.

Email: l.schlitt@electricpicture.com
Phone: (321) 757-8484

Jack deBrigard

Design & Integration Specialist

Hometown:  Barnegat, NJ

Ithaca College, Bachelor of Music in Recording
Avixa Certified Technology Specialist (CTS)
Crestron Core Certified
Q-SYS Level 2 Certified

Jack deBrigard’s background spans recording studios, live sound, audio and video distribution systems, videoconferencing, videowalls, KVM systems, and more. Jack specializes in system design, integration drawings, and control system programming to support a wide variety of our customers’ needs. Outside of work, Jack enjoys fishing, gaming, playing guitar, shooting, and spending time with his family.

Kyle Kollarek

Office Manager

Hometown: Naples, FL via Long Island, NY
Edison State College

Often the first voice you encounter when calling Electric Picture, Kyle is crucial to the day-to-day function of our office. Years of solid administrative experience in the medical, legal and investment software industries provide Kyle with a great foundation for keeping Electric Picture running smoothly.

Email: k.kollarek@electricpicture.com