mountainproductions, Author at Mountain NEWs

20 Nov 2013

Sticky Post By mountainproductions Posted in CM Hoist School Permalink

Get ready for Hoist School with this exclusive training package deal!

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On November 20, 2013

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We want to make sure that everyone gets the most out of our Hoist School this upcoming March. Mountain Productions’ convenient Online Lodestar Maintenance Training course is the perfect way to prepare for the more in-depth seminars at Hoist School. Our team has put together a special offer that allows you to engage in both our online training and Hoist School at a reduced rate.

Now, when you purchase both 1 license for our Online CM Lodestar Maintenance Training and 1 registration for the 29^th Annual CM Hoist School, you’ll only pay $1195 total*, saving yourself $150.

12 Nov 2013

Sticky Post By mountainproductions Posted in Insight from the Experts Q+A Permalink

Insight from the Experts [Q+A]: Let’s talk truss! Interview with Angel Hicks (James Thomas Engineering)

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On November 12, 2013

It can be seen at practically every arena, theater, concert and event. It has been a key component of entertainment rigging and critical for every rigger to understand. From roof grids and towers to sound delays, truss is the framework that makes production possible. That being said, a general understanding of the basic aspects of trussing can be extremely helpful when planning your event. I recently reached out to Angel Hicks, Design Specialist for James Thomas Engineering, for insight on some common questions that customers often inquire about truss.

28 Oct 2013

Sticky Post By mountainproductions Posted in Tips, Tools, & Resources Permalink

7 Tips to Ease Your Printing Pains

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On October 28, 2013

Optimizing artwork for large format printing

Mountain Productions' large format banner/scrim printing

Festival branding printed on vinyl mesh (scrim)

A creative and bold graphic theme can elevate an event into an experience that not only sounds good, but also visually looks just as appealing. Festivals such as Lollapalooza, Hot 97 Summer Jam, Made in America and Boston Calling have created a tight unity between their brand and their performers by using dynamic artwork and cohesive, cross-application graphical themes.

Brainstorming possible ideas, selecting a festival theme, and then executing all of the graphic work for an event can be an impressive task. (As a graphic designer myself, I understand the pains and stress of this process!) The last thing you want is to end up with production issues with your submitted artwork, sometimes only days before your event.

16 Oct 2013

Sticky Post By mountainproductions Posted in Event Recaps Permalink

[EVENT RECAP] Beyond Wonderland

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On October 16, 2013

A few weeks ago we shared some photos from Insomniac’s Nocturnal Wonderland festival. While we were in California setting up staging for Nocturnal, our crew was also preparing for its next venture 400 miles north in Mountain View, CA. Following Nocturnal Wonderland, our equipment moved quickly to Mountain View for Nocturnal’s sister festival, Beyond Wonderland, which took place on the following weekend. Insomniac’s website describes the festival as “an immersive world where attendees will be surrounded by vibrant performers, decorations, art installations, and more.”

09 Oct 2013

Sticky Post By mountainproductions Posted in Staging Spotlight Permalink

[STAGING SPOTLIGHT] Softgoods – For a variety of application and decoration

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On October 9, 2013

Softgoods are a great “finishing touch” to a stage aesthetic. Beyond providing first-rate advertising and branding space, softgoods are utilized for a variety of applications on our stages, both practical and decorative. Here are a few ways we use various vinyl, mesh and other softgood materials on our staging systems.

You’ll see many of our stages fit with black scrim to create a finished look to the structure. Our scrim shop uses a 14oz Vinyl Coated Polyester (VCP) Mesh as our standard black scrim. This material is tested and certified as flame retardant, ensuring a safe softgoods solution.

07 Oct 2013

Sticky Post By mountainproductions Posted in MTN News, Uncategorized Permalink

Mountain Productions nominated for 2013 Staging Company of the Year Parnelli Award

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On October 7, 2013

We are proud to have been nominated for the upcoming Parnelli Awards as a contender for the Staging Company of the Year award. It’s an honor to be able to provide our services to the industry another year, and we wish the best of luck to all of the nominees. It is the combined effort of the dedicated companies in our industry that make each and every event possible.

Voting is exclusive to PLSN subscribers. Visit http://www.parnelliawards.com/vote.php to cast your vote!

30 Sep 2013

Sticky Post By mountainproductions Posted in Event Recaps Permalink

[EVENT RECAP] Nocturnal Wonderland – Sunken Garden Stage

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On September 30, 2013

Insomniac Events has been a leader in the electronic dance festival experience, creating high-profile events such as the Electric Daisy Carnival, Electric Forest, White Wonderland and more. Mountain Productions traveled to California to set up staging for two Insomniac events within 2 weekends: Nocturnal Wonderland at San Bernadino and Beyond Wonderland at the Shoreline Amphitheater.

24 Sep 2013

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[EVENT RECAP] Metallica Performs on our Rolling Stage at Yankee Stadium

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On September 24, 2013

This past weekend, Metallica performed at Yankee Stadium to honor retiring pitcher Mariano Rivera. Rivera has been closing games for years to the famous Metallica hit, “Enter Sandman”. The band in turn dedicated the song to the Yankees pitcher as well as feature his jersey number on their team-inspired pinstriped amplifiers.

19 Sep 2013

Sticky Post By mountainproductions Posted in Tips, Tools, & Resources Permalink

Learn about our extensive Hoist Servicing (Part 2)

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On September 19, 2013

In Part 1 of our coverage of hoist servicing, we discussed the inspection process and the steps that our rigging department take to ensure your hoists are in top condition. Even though an annual inspection is performed to certify your hoists are in proper working order doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take care of your hoists every time you handle them. Maintaining your hoists will result in a longer lifespan and less repairs required when inspection rolls around.

Tips on Maintaining a Proper Hoist

We use weather covers at our own location to protect our motors from the elements

Because many of our events occur outside, it’s important to be prepared for the often unpredictable, but unstoppable force called Mother Nature.

17 Sep 2013

Sticky Post By mountainproductions Posted in Tips, Tools, & Resources Permalink

Learn about our extensive Hoist Servicing (Part 1)

Sticky Post By mountainproductions On September 17, 2013

In our industry, it is imperative that the hoists that hold the equipment above us are in top-performing shape – in the best interests of safety. Mountain Productions is a master distributor of CM products, including their legendary chain hoists. Even though CM offers some of the best and most trusted hoists in the industry, it is still important to inspect and service each hoist regularly. Our rigging department recommends (at least) an annual servicing, but some applications could require a more frequent inspection.

When we service chain hoists, we make sure to take every aspect of the hoist into consideration. Here’s a quick overview of the steps we take to ensure your hoists are in working order: