mountainproductions, Author at Mountain NEWs

26 Apr 2016

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[FEATURED PRODUCT] DBI-SALA/Python Safety Quick Wrap Tape + D-Ring Attachments

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On April 26, 2016

DBI-SALA & Python Safety are leaders in fall protection and safety equipment. Python’s drop prevention products help workers secure their tools and loose items at height. When using drop prevention tethers with tools, it’s imperative that the proper methods, procedures, and inspections are followed during usage. Our featured products this week are Python Safety’s Quick Wrap Tape and D-Ring attachments. Using these items, workers can install tether points on their commonly used tools that might not come with a pre-drilled hole for securing. Here are the proper steps when installing D-Ring attachments to tools:

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25 Apr 2016

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[INFOGRAPHIC] Why Go Mobile?

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On April 25, 2016

Mobile stages have re-invented the entertainment production industry, and have benefits that many production coordinators and event planners prefer over a full scaffold or tower stage system. Like everything, mobile stages also have their cons. When planning your next event, give mobile staging a consideration, but before making a decision, be sure that a mobile stage will deliver everything you’re looking for. Check out our infographic below on some questions to ask yourself when looking for your event’s staging:

21 Apr 2016

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[PRODUCT LAUNCH] SureFire Flashlights

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On April 21, 2016

Arenas and theaters are dark places by nature, and rigging generally takes place in some of the darkest corners of the venue. In these cases, having portable lighting is critical, both for efficiency and safety. We’re proud to announce the addition of SureFire flashlights and accessories to our growing inventory on Mountain Productions Rigging Shop.

SureFire’s P2X Fury® flashlight

SureFire’s superior design has led lighting technology in almost every facet. The SureFire story starts in 1969, and has evolved throughout the years to transform SureFire into the leading illumination technology company. Their products are sought out by the highest standards of military and law enforcement, guaranteeing that SureFire’s products are second-to-none. If you’re a firearms enthusiast, chances are you’re already familiar with the SureFire brand and its line of laser sights, suppressors, weapon lights, and high capacity magazines.

20 Apr 2016

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Staging Spotlight: The SAM-550 Mobile Stage

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On April 20, 2016

The SAM-550 mobile stage is capable of standing alone as the main stage for huge festivals, but can also fit perfectly into your stage fleet as a B-Stage. The SAM-550’s impressive size is complimented by its ease of setup. As a mobile unit, this stage is easily built by competent and experienced operators, yet boasts the strength of a full non-mobile system. This helps you reduce labor while still raising a roof capable of holding enormous rigging loads. Our SAM-550 mobile stage has traveled all over the country for shows of all sizes.

The SAM-550 Mobile Stage

19 Apr 2016

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[EVENT RECAP + VIDEOS] Colossus TV at Bristol Motor Speedway

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On April 19, 2016

Mountain Productions is proud to have been involved in the world’s largest center-hung jumbotron in the world at Bristol Motor Speedway for the Food City 500. This past weekend, the “Colossus TV” was hung at Bristol Motor Speedway with massive 30’ x 60’ video screens and a 60’ diameter circle LED ribbon board.

Mountain provided 40 CM 1-Ton Lodestar chain hoists for the project, as well as the Limpet height safety system for access to the screen level and emergency descent if needed. We have some breathtaking photos of this impressive project below, as well as timelapse videos of the build taken from Fox Sports and Bristol Motor Speedway. Take a look!

14 Apr 2016

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Gear Inspection Tips – Part 1: Fall Protection & Safety

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On April 14, 2016

Manufacturers require it and we greatly encourage proper inspection of equipment. We’re in an industry that requires countless tools, systems, products, PPE, on-site safety systems, and more. With all of these moving parts it’s important to make sure everything is in working order before bringing it to a job site.

Here are a few of the essential items that we encounter on a day to day, and the inspection tips that can keep your gear working day after day. As recommended, all inspections should be documented for future reference. In our first post of this 2-part series, we’ll focus on fall protection and safety equipment.

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Self Retracting Lifelines (SRLs)

[Nano-Lok, Protecta Rebel, Sealed-Blok]

13 Apr 2016

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[PRODUCT LAUNCH] The MTN BOX®: Spektrum Series SM

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On April 13, 2016

Size matters, but sometimes bigger doesn’t always mean better. We’re excited to officially announce our newest addition to the MTN BOX® product line: The MTN BOX® Spektrum Series SM Road Case. The MTN BOX®: Spektrum Series SM offers the same level of durability and strength as our original MTN BOX® design, but in a compact, reduced size that is ideal for various truck packs.

The MTN BOX®: Spektrum Series SM is constructed of super tough nylon resin polymer and is 10X stronger than traditional ATA flight packs. This case provides whiteboard areas for organization, stackable caster cups for stability when stacking multiple cases, heavy duty smooth rolling casters, and a super strong steel recessed frame for weight displacement and added durability.

12 Apr 2016

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[EVENT RECAP] Minus Zero Festival

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On April 12, 2016

Springtime is here, but in Vermont, avid skiers and snowboarders are still hitting the mountains for as long as they can. This year, Stratton Mountain Resort hosted the Minus Zero Winter Sports & Music Festival on April 9 & 10. The Minus Zero Fest is a dynamic show, with main stage set up right at the bottom of the mountain (quite the scenic view for a festival!). Skiers, snowboarders, and guests enjoyed 2 great days of riding, day-time relaxing, and late-night partying with Minus Zero’s electrifying DJ lineup. Mountain Productions provided staging for the festival, and provided mobile stages for the main performance area.

Minus Zero Festival – preparing for the crowd

06 Apr 2016

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Staging Spotlight: MTN Truss HD System

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On April 6, 2016

We work in an ever-changing industry, with technological advancements, festival growth, and new trends happening almost every day. One of our core principles that drives us is a constant focus on innovation and progression. For over 35 years, we’ve been on the forefront of staging production, designing and building a variety of safe structures for all size events. One of our most recently designed stage systems borrows elements from our strongest system, and offers them in a scaled down, accessible package: The MTN Truss HD System.

04 Apr 2016

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MTN BOX Packs of the Month – March 2016

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On April 4, 2016

We’re back with our March recap of the MTN BOX: Packs of the Week. Take a look at the different gear we stored in the MTN BOX with our insert system:

Site surveys are a kickoff point for any project, and require the necessary gear to get accurate measurements and site drawings. We’ve assembled this pack to accommodate all of the measuring equipment you will need, including Leica’s D810 DISTO and L360 LINO. Don’t forget your eye protection—we’ve packed a pair of Leica’s GLB30 Glasses for your viewing comfort. Additionally, this pack contains various length tape measurers, surveying flags, tripods, and more.