Recent content by stageguyjoe

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    Rigging / Fire Safety inspection

    I have used a towable articulated boom lift to reach the underhung loft blocks in a 1920's vaudeville house. It is about 4500lbs and can be pushed around by hand on stage. Max platform height is 50'. It is nearly 24' long when stowed so you do need to have some room to manuever...
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    Should I pull the trigger on an M7?

    We have had an M7 since we opened in 2011. There have been no software updates since ~2015(I think) and the app/computer interface is difficult if you can make it work. Compared to modern digital consoles it is noisy. Very "original digital" sound.We are in the process of replacing it with...
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    Stage Repaint or Replacement?

    I am looking at going the VHB tape route when we replace our top layer of floor this summer. @teqniqal - Is there a specific tape you recommend? Based on the 3M site I am looking at 3M 4926 based on substrate and how thin it is. Also , do you recommend a specific sealer for the plywood...
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    Too high of a ceiling - lift advice - should I use a gas powered boom lift?

    I would suggest a towable manlift like this one. If you have decent sized access to the space you should be able to get it in and at 4500 lbs it is easy on the floor. I've had Sunbelt deliver one through a door 5' above grade with no troubles. Once it was inside it was easy to position...
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