For the Fondation Saint-Prex Classics, Gerriets collaborated with the architect Dieter Dietz from EPFL Lausanne. Gerriets produced a four-piece, fire-resistant motorised outer shell made of high-strength, transparent PVC Polyglass co
Under the new restructure, AC-ET's UK sales director, Jonathan Walters is now heading up the Rigging Sales department. Rigging sales executive, Matthew Millward is supporting Jonathan in the day-to-day running of the department, as well as dealing with sales enquiries, quotations and demonstrations.
In addition, AC-ET are currently recruiti
The cases form part of a shipment of eight vehicles that have been dispatched from Ely, Cambridgeshire based Megahertz to South American broadcaster, Vision Venezuela (ViVe), a government owned cultural broadcasting organisation.
The project comprised two complete Mercedes 2532 OB trucks and two 2532 Tender vehicles which carry all the flightcases containing the 'loose' gear, plus four further vehicles, two for satellite news gathering and two for production - all
Agency AKQA (acting on behalf of Microsoft/Xbox) commissioned Cinimod Studio to create this spectacular illuminated structure - based on the Halo 4 Glyph symbol - which would be one of the largest and brightest man-made structures to ever fly over a capital city.
Cinimod Studio turned to Litestructures to help bring their concept to life. The solution drew on
Sapsis installed fall arrest equipment in both performance spaces at the Goodman - the 856-seat Albert Ivar Goodman Theatre's proscenium stage, and the flexible thrust-style stage in the (maximum) 450-seat Owen Bruner Goodman Theatre.
Daniel Porter, one of the ETCP-certified rigging professionals on the Saps
Blitz is now the sole onsite preferred supplier for audio, video, lighting and staging across all event spaces at ExCeL. These include ICC London, the UK's largest fully-flexible- 5,000 seated auditorium; Capital Hall, London's largest banqueting hall seating up to 3,000 guests; the 87,328m2 multi-purpose Event Halls; the 45 Gallery Meeting Rooms; the self-contained Platinum Suite; and the Capital Suite comprising 17 individual meeting ro
Those looking to acquire new skills or re-qualify in backstage disciplines for live events can now book on to one of the following courses via www.backstage-academy.co.uk:
Rigging Course, Wednesday 16 - Thursday 17 January
Event Safety Passport (SPA) Course, Wednesday 27 February
Stage Pyrotechnics Course, Thursday 28 February
The two-day Rigging Course takes place in the arena-sized studio on site at LS-Live and is tutored b
Nominations are voted for by industry professionals, making this shortlisting an accolade of Unusual's standing in the business. The awards highlight projects undertaken in 2012, which has been a particularly busy year for Unusual who constructed, among other things, the tallest tower and the longest cable camera in the world, at 100m and 2.5km respectively.
Other diverse projects have incl
Edinburgh's Hogmanay - celebrating the 20th anniversary of the world famous street party SEGL were contracted by Unique Events for the 13th successive year and provided a 15m VerTech stage system for the centrepiece 'Concert in the Gardens' show featuring Scottish 80's legends Simple Minds.
The stage specifically designed to integrate with the listed Ross Band Stand structure locate
Past motor schools have proven popular and this is the first course of its kind covering the LoadGuard hoists. The course has been introduced after customer demand as the hoist has been on the market for over four years now and clients and end use
Presented by Rinus Bakker from Rhino Rigs, an international expert in his field, the course includes certification. "This is something we have wanted to do for a long time," commented Robert Izzett, Prolyte brand manager at DWR Distribution. "The South African market has cried out for it, and it's a privilege to have some
Arena Deck uses 1.5m x 0.75m octagonal shaped decks which are simple, lightweight and quick to install, and incorporate visually appealing glass hand rails. The new product provides a smooth, solid and safe surface suitable for feature areas and media and camera platforms at any height or configuration in both indoor and outdoor event environments.
Used for the first time at the London 2012
With unprecedented stocking orders from dealers and end users across the globe, the Octo-Pouch has already smashed predicted sales figures. Dirty Rigger's chief designer Steve Marshall said, "The new tool pouch is a completely new concept for Dirty Rigger and offers a level of design, flexibility and compatibility that's unique within our range.
"Initi
This is due to popular demand and the foresight of Rackz' Dave Roberts who spotted a gap appearing in the market led by changes in digital technology and the requirement for elements of home entertainment / smart-home systems to be combined into elegant integrated packages. These are also designed for all commercial applications.
The Credenza range is a simple self-assembly p
Brought on-board by Netherlands based producers, Stage Entertainment Touring Productions, Peumans' joined a seriously talented and acclaimed creative team on a show high in production values that is scheduled to tour internationally for two years.
His work brings atmosphere and vibrancy to the pacey musical that follows the adventures, thrills, spills and comedy moments of
The multi-deck layered stage was designed by leading Bollywood set designer Varsha Jain, and this, the Milos roof system, all trussing, rigging and assorted scaffolding and structures utilised on site were supplied by Chennai based 'Men At Work Stagecraft Management Pvt Ltd'. The project was managed for the
Magenta's fully digital Voyager Series of fibre-optic based products, which began shipping in 2011, extend, switch and distribute video (including HDCP protected content) and auxiliary signals digitally over fibre-optic cable.
The new Voyager 4-port core (now shipping) can serve as the heart of any transmitter or receiver and op
This development follows Prolyte Group's acquisition of Brilliant Stages in July last year, which consolidated the custom capabilities already established within its special projects division, Litestructures. As envisaged, the two entities have pooled their knowledge and experience to deliver several impressive projects over the past six months. The synergy between the companies has proven to be very successful, with further collaborative ventures already lined up for
The new belt has been designed and engineered with comfort and versatility being paramount. The Secutor Belt features a 5-inch wide padded back, lined with specially selected foam and a breathable mesh for exceptional all-day comfort.
The belt also boasts four fully adjustable and re-positionable D-rings for securing additional attachments and a 2-inch outer belt, designed to work with all Dirty Rigger tool pouch
Stocking a wide selection of Dirty Rigger's tool pouches, rigger gloves and accessories, CineTools will be a valued new addition to a trusted network of stockists around the world, says the company.
Dirty Rigger's Hannah Attfield said, "CineTools offer years of personal experience to the industry and carry this forward in their business. It gives customers great confidence and trust to know their product information and recommendations come from h
Hosted by Dermot O'Leary, the NTA's and its collection of star-studded award-winning celebrities shone on Le Mark's water-like-reflection studio floor.
Performances from dancing star Darcey Bussell relied on StudioTak's excellent durability.
Soon after, the high-gloss floor offered a glistening reflection for Kimberly Walsh & X Factor rising star Ella Henderson. The set was built and installed by Blackfriars Scenery Ltd.
Blackfriars project manag
Mark Wofford, general manager of Production Consultants & Equipment in A
The modular design of Tubbo makes it quick and easy to assemble and its streamline design and hi-tech material content comply with regulations meaning no structure licensing is needed.
Rhod Howcroft, rental fleet manager, MP Event Trailers comments, "The engaging design
With nearly 40 years in the business, Seattle based PNTA has grown over the years to offer one of the widest selection of equipment & consumables on the west coast.
PNTA's Richard Buckley said, "We are incredibly excited to introduce the Dirty Rigger tool pouch and rigger glove range. All the team here are really impressed with the quality and materials used on the construction of the gloves and accessories, and the stitchin
