Understanding the ‘P’ in Global Truss Global Truss users around the world are aware that F30 series and F40 series Global Truss are available in a “standard” version and a ‘P‘ version. E.g. ‘F34’ vs ‘F34P’ Truss. What’s the difference between the two? The difference is simply that the standard …
Diamonds are not a truss’ best friend
Box truss is a versatile tool in the entertainment industry. It is light, configurable in many ways, and able to carry heavy loads. That said, it does have its drawbacks as well. When the load that needs to be supported from the truss must be centered it can be difficult to …
Does Orientation Of Truss Webbing Need To Be Continuous?
A question that comes up regularly is if, when connecting truss together, the diagonal bracing should form continuous triangles as seen below? And never like this? The answer to that question is not necessarily. From an aesthetic standpoint it might be ideal that the diagonal bracing would be continuous to …
VMB Towerlifts – Tips & Maintenance
Towerlifts are a very useful tool in the entertainment industry to allow us to hold truss or lighting up in places where there are no easy rigging points. There are some practical considerations that we should be aware of to ensure that the lifts operate correctly, and so that the …
Top Loading Truss – Unraveling Truss Dynamics: Expert Tips on Load Reactions!
Can you put loads on top of a truss? Typically, in entertainment use, loads on trusses are attached along the lower chords with the load centred below the truss. For example, lights, speakers and LED screens are generally attached below the truss. The truss is being used as intended by the …