TOMCAT Announces 2011 Hoist & Rigging Workshop
TOMCAT is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 2011 Hoist & Rigging workshops on February 16-19 in Midland, Texas. A team of world-class instructors has been assembled to deliver the Hoist & Truss workshop and the Rigging & Truss workshop. This ETCP recognized training program will provide a unique, hands-on-learning experience [...]
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GripLock – Hang With Peace of Mind
One of the neat things that I had a chance to play with at LDI had to be one of the simplest products on display, the rigging hardware from GripLock. GripLock has been around for some time now but I have only recently been turned on to their products. Think about this. When rigging a [...]
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TOMCAT’s New QU & Curtains Track Truss
TOMCAT displayed new products at its booth at LDI: QU Truss Series, as well as its new Curtain Track Truss. The QU Truss Series products stand out for its simple tool free connection, fast assembly and disassembly, and multiple configurations. The products were designed for specific applications including exhibits, audiovisual equipment support, ballroom/conference environments and [...]
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#LDI2010 Preview: XLNT CyberHoist & Solid State Motor Controllers
On display in the XLNT Stand will be the DS8 Pro and Pro Plus Series Solid State Motor Controllers for rental and install applications, designed to provide the ultimate in practicality with all requirements of leading riggers built in as standard. Powerful assets include the rigging industry’s highest standards of safety, protection and maintenance-free reliability. [...]
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J.R. Clancy Hosts Raynok Motion Control System at #LDI2010
Visitors to the J. R. Clancy, Inc. booth (#1227) at LDI this week will see a special guest: an exciting motion control system offered by Niscon. Niscon’s Raynok MK2 Motion Control System can be configured to control a virtually unlimited number of axes from a variety of manufacturers’ equipment, including J. R. Clancy’s PowerLift and [...]
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Sapsis Rigging to Announces ProPlus Rescue System at #LDI2010
In keeping with its leadership role in Fall Arrest equipment and technology, Sapsis Rigging, Inc. is proud to introduce the ProPlus Rescue System. The ProPlus Rescue system is designed to work anywhere a fall hazard exists: on a truss, steel beam, catwalk or grid. The ProPlus Rescue System allows for the safe and rapid assisted [...]
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Bouncing Balcony – Scary as Scary Can Be!
I follow Erich Friend’s blog, Theatre Safety Blog and you should too. Erich writes about some pretty scary things that he finds in theatres and venues. The Theatre Safety Blog really opens your eyes to some major issues that can cause serious problems. I am re-posting a very scary video from Erich’s blog from a [...]
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JR Clancy’s Factory – There’s ALWAYS Something Exciting Happening
Just about every day, there’s something unusual in production at JR Clancy’s plant in Syracuse, NY. Today, for example, they have got a gear motor that’s over five feet high – going into a new performing arts center. There’s also a new self-climbing truss being assembled this week. At other times, they might be building [...]
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Rumor Mill: Tyler Truss to Announce New Truck Pack Friendly Truss at LDI With SPY PHOTO
Just when you thought that there couldn’t be any new developments in truss design, Tyler Truss says think again. While Tyler Truss is hush hush about this one, a little birdie snapped a photo of a their new stackable truss design. Looks like the design is about 20″ x 16″ with a center cord for [...]
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J. R. Clancy Becomes an ETCP Training Provider
J. R. Clancy has been approved to become an official Training Provider in rigging, as designated by the Entertainment Technician Certification Program. J. R. Clancy offers a training program that can assist ETCP Technicians in acquiring ETCP Renewal Credits towards recertification. Rigging professionals who take courses offered by J. R. Clancy earn one renewal credit [...]
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MILOS Trussing Launching 5 New Products at PLASA
Trussing manufacturer MILOS launches 5 innovative new products on Stand 1-G50 at the PLASA Light & Sound Show, Earls Court, London. MR2 8x6m MR2 8x6m is the latest roofing product from MILOS, which is now available as part of their renowned MR2 range of roofing systems. MR2 8x6m meets the demand for a smaller, heavy [...]
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Kinesys Announces New Fixed Speed Chain Hoist Controller Range – DigiHoist
Have you heard of Kinesys before? If you fly truss, you really should! Kinesys offers load sensing devices to monitor a rigs weight at the pick points. It’s pretty important stuff to know, last thing we want is a truss out of balance or falling from the air. Kinesys is expanding their product line with [...]
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