FEATURE | ENTERTAINMENT RIGGING
Rope Assemblies - Truss straps Rope Assemblies - Black wire rope Rope Assemblies - Black wire assemblies
used to protect truss from having the wire rope slings around it, but the having PVC tubing along the length of the sling is also a common alternative,” she said. “One of the biggest differences that we
see when comparing the entertainment industry to any other is the reaction to the size of the rigging. The importance of invisibility means that everything in entertainment is as small as it can possibly be, so a 4.75t shackle is seen as a very large shackle – for most other industries, this would be tiny. Entertainment rigging can require very small and lightweight solutions as items being lifted can be as light as 5kgs and need to slot into compact areas, however the rules for the lift remain the same,” said McCorkell. “We are often asked to create the impossible – despite our best efforts, we can’t make a 4mm diameter wire rope sling suitable for lifting scenery weighing 1000kgs. We work closely with our customers to find a suitable and
safe solution - our sales team’s favourite question is “Can I ask what you are doing with that?”. “As a theatre lover, every time I go to a
show I instinctively look up as I enter an auditorium – much to the annoyance of my family. For me, it’s always really interesting to see how the products we have made are used in the ‘real world’. As manufacturers, we often don’t know where our products will end up and it can be very exciting when you know that rigging made in our factory is on stage in the West End, on an international festival stage or on a television show. Playing a small part in making the magic of entertainment come alive is incredibly satisfying because after all, there’s no business like showbusiness.” Harrington Hoists, recently revitalized
downtown Pomona, California’s old YMCA building with Kito Crosby Entertainment Group’s Krewmate hoists. The building, a former community cornerstone, is being reimagined into a
dynamic multi-use space and leading the AV integration of this ambitious project is a full-service stage production company, Rad Pro Technical Solutions, co-founded by brothers Daniel Smith and Michael Hammerson. “Daniel and Michael embarked on their
venture with a vision to excel in the stage production industry. Starting from modest beginnings, they gradually accumulated essential equipment, developed deep expertise, and built a robust support network. This foundation has propelled their company to be a notable force in the industry, allowing them to tackle increasingly large and complex projects. The renovation of the old YMCA is a testament to their growth and capabilities,” said Jennifer Ferguson, business development manager, Kito Crosby. The latest challenge for the company
involves transforming the YMCA gymnasium into a state-of-the-art venue. The revamped space will include versatile
Harrington Hoists install Kito Crosby Entertainment Group’s Krewmate hoists into California’s former YMCA building.
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