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Rigging System Design Guide  
Rigging System Design Guide PDF Link
Rigging System Design Guide
A basic explanation of rigging system design which covers the major decisions made during the design process.  
 
     
Rigging 101  
Link to Rigging 101 Article
 
     
Rigging Basics  
Link to Rigging 101 Article
 
     
New Loads for Old Structures  
New Loads for Old Structures PDF Link
 
Shawn Nolan, a Licensed Engineer specializing in theatres, answers the question, “Is the building strong enough and how do I know for sure?”      
     
     
   
 
Winch Basics  
Winch Basics Article PDF Link
Winch Basics Article
What to look for at the heart of a rigging system. A reprint of an article from ESTA's Protocol magazine.    
   
 
 
Winch Controls  
Winch Controls Article PDF Link
Winch Controls Article
An introduction to the types of controls used for rigging systems. A reprint from ESTA’s Protocol magazine.  
 
 
 
Counterweight Questions Answered  
Counterweight Questions Answered Article PDF Link
 
Bill Sapsis' comments on rigging operation and safety issues. A reprint of an article from ESTA’s Protocol magazine.  
 
 
 
Nicopress® Fittings Guide  
Nicopress Fittings Guide PDF Link
 
 
 
Things You Should Know  
Things You Should Know PDF Link
 
 
 
Brakes for Theatrical Hoists  
Brakes for Theatrical Hoists PDF Link
 
 
 
Drawings  
Link to Drawings Page
 
Counterweight, Fire Curtain and PowerLift Systems.