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SO WHAT IS RIGGING AT AN EVENT?
In event terms, rigging is used as term to refer to the structures or components required to hang truss, which can in turn be used to hang equipment in venues. Sometimes ground supported structures can be used to avoid hanging equipment, which can often save considerable costs.
So we use the term “Rigging” to describe the wide variety of structures and methods to mount, hang and attach various equipment items to create events, lighting rigs, sets and much more. Some of the types of rigging we provide and some of the equipment we stock to provide our rigging services…
RIGGING STRUCTURES
- Truss
- Truss Towers
- Plinths
- Tank Trap & Pole
- Truss Frame
- Lifter
RIGGING HARDWARE
- Chain Hoists
- Roundslings
- Shackles
- Stage Weights
- Safety Chains
- Ratchet Straps
Rigging is a fantastic resource to enhance your event in countless ways. But with a doubt, the most important contribution rigging makes is in the safety aspects. Everything which ever gets hung above peoples heads, no matter how small, can entail a major risk. Out number one priority is the safety and welfare of our staff and guests.
This is why rigging is arranged with the aim of optimising the use of the venue, but always prioritising event safety above all else.
As the organiser of the event, you have to pay special attention to these safety measures and ensure they are complied with. If your venue hasn’t mentioned them, it should definitely raise a red flag.
If you are working in a smaller venue, the equipment can usually be setup with ground supports, if necessary. However, when it is a larger event (exhibitions, conferences & concerts for example) rigging is an excellent resource with which to achieve proper distribution of equipment, without blocking or taking up precious space.
TRUSS RIGGED FROM CEILING
TRUSS TOWER
PLINTHS / PEDESTALS
- Audio visual equipment (speakers, screens, projectors, lights and electrical cables)
- Banners, Advertising, Standees and other types of branding
- People. Acrobatic shows, the resource for the safety of people in the air is rigging
- Decorations (flowers, ornaments, chandeliers etc)
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We’ve been so impressed with Just Smile and the team. The stage and the screens were absolutely brilliant and the whole set worked really well (and was exactly how Michael had envisaged it!)
The way that they work is incredible, its very very easy, the team go over and above what it is you want to do. I would highly recommend them for any events you want to put on yourself
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The music was fab and the uplighters gave a great atmosphere to the ballroom. ALL our favourite songs from the playlist were played, plus a few classics DJ Paul threw in as well
I want to thank and recommend Just Smile to anyone who is planning their wedding. If you want a hassle free, professional experience with great communication, then Just Smile is the service you need
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