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Used heavy packing tape previously. Which is why I am currently typing this thread. LOL

I have all my cable. I guess that I will have to take all the ends off to slide the new tube on? Oof!

Does anyone have any companies that they like to use for heat shrink type labeling of 3pin connector cables and XLR cables?

Hello! Trying to figure out a drop box triggering mechanism for a large 40'x1'x1' drop box. We are dropping thousands of streamers to mask a quick scene shift and then immediately flying out the box. We have the box built with a full hinged bottom door. Any ideas on how to lock and release other...

in addition. Dont get the QSpot 250's. They may seem quality - but the 300's are fantastic.

I use 6 Chauvet Q Spot 300's currently and I am very happy. I would love some Martins but when you only have $1000.00 per light - these are great fixtures. They have a decent throw, 2 gobo wheels (1 rotating) Prism Effect and Frost filter (so it can double as a wash fixture) It also has UV...

If you are looking for good PAINT to use - I have used (and love) clear neon paints. A bit expensive but only visible under UV lighting.

The screen is also used to hold gel form if you are using them as a cyc ground row...but thats a whole 'nother can o worms. :)

Hello Everyone! My name is Erick James and I am the Director of Technical Theatre and Production Designer for the University of Wisconsin, Fox Valley. I look forward to callibrating and meeting new technicians and friends. Dont be affraid to send a shout out! My main interests are...