This month, PLSN takes a look at resources you may want to consider when you need to purchase or rent a stage. Here are brief overviews on a range of staging companies. We suggest you go to their websites to learn more detail about each company and the array of products and services they offer the industry.
All Access
All Access Staging offers an extensive selection of turntable solutions to meet the needs of any live event. Their proprietary VersaTurntable system, available in sizes ranging from 24’ to 56’, seamlessly rotates up to 40,000 lbs. of gear a full 360° at 1.5 revolutions per minute at maximum capacity. VersaTurntable is the perfect effect for shows that require a panoramic 360° view and enables a seamless solution for band transitions mid-show. The company also offers a compact 4’ turntable, perfect for showcasing small products. For larger displays, their robust 20’ turntable effortlessly accommodates vehicles and sizable products, and they also offer a dedicated automotive turntable, specifically designed for showcasing vehicles. To integrate your turntable seamlessly into your set, they also offer a Circle Makes Square surround that is compatible with most of their turntable product line. Since 1991, All Access Staging has delivered durable, reliable, and efficient concert touring solutions. As pioneers in the industry, they have continually refined their Versa Stage®️ product line and ventured into cutting-edge staging automation, catering to some of the most prominent names in the global entertainment industry. With locations in Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, and London, their reach extends worldwide, elevating events across the globe. Their expertise spans concert touring, television productions, festivals, special events, award shows, sports entertainment, brand activations, and associated production services. All Access is ready to transform your creative visions into reality.
Brown United
Monrovia, CA-based Brown United promises the highest quality and safest structures for the live event, corporate, sporting, and entertainment industries, and more. John Brown started Brown United when he was just 17 years of age after getting his start at 14 when he went to work for his father’s scaffolding business. It was this, along with his touring experience with Rolling Stones and the Eagles in 1977, that he was sold on making a career of the temporary structure industry. Brown created a concert roof system that could be assembled quickly and accommodate the numerous variations requested by his clients and called them the 4 and 8-posters. These unique designs have been patented and were designed to save clients both time and money on installation and removal expenses. Serving the industry across the nation and the globe, their structures have proven their value for events. Their concert roofs offer large weight bearing capabilities and have been used for events such as Billy Graham Crusades, festivals such as Bonnaroo, Stagecoach, Coachella, and Outside Lands Music Festival; as well as for artists such as Green Day, Phish, Garth Brooks, and many more. In addition to temporary concert stages, Brown United also provides permanent installations, aluminum and steel truss, bleachers, seating structures, grandstands, a wide variety of seating, scaffold structures, rigging, handicap/ADA access ramps and lifts, bridges, and much more. Users can trust Brown United structures, which are built to superior specifications. They offer structures that can support great weights and that can be customized to individual needs.
G2 Mobile Structures
G2 Mobile Structures boasts the largest fleet of state-of-the-art mobile stages in the country. Their extensive inventory caters to a wide range of event needs, providing a diverse lineup that includes the versatile SL260 and the robust SAM750. G2 stages are transported in 1-6 trucks, depending on the model, and are designed for safe and efficient on-site assembly, combining impressive power with a lightweight design. In addition to their mobile stages, they also provide a variety of complementary structures, including delay towers, custom scaffolding, front of house structures, VIP decks, ramping, and more. Their carefully curated inventory is specifically chosen to meet all the structural demands of festivals and events. With their comprehensive approach, G2 Mobile Structures is ready to serve as an ideal one-stop shop for event organizers in search of seamless solutions and unparalleled service. G2 Mobile Structures is a trusted provider of mobile staging solutions for the entertainment industry. Their clients include Rolling Loud, CCMF, Southwest Airlines, The Boston Pops, Darius Rucker, and more.
G2 Structures
G2 Structures is passionate about creating exceptional staging solutions that are artfully designed, meticulously engineered and flawlessly constructed. Their large-format roof structures are customizable, thanks to a proprietary truss design. Each show’s design undergoes individual engineering and review, optimizing the capacity of their roofs to bring clients’ visions to life. Their roof structures are designed with turf protection in mind and are often sought out by stadiums for that reason. Each staging system is manufactured and assembled at their headquarters in Mooresville, NC with rigorous quality and safety standards to ensure flawless on-site construction. Beyond their innovative roof structure designs, they offer a comprehensive range of solutions, including delay towers, front-of-house structures, camera platforms, scaffolding, and decking. G2 Structures is a leading provider of staging solutions for the entertainment industry. Established in 2008, their stages have served as platforms for some of the biggest icons in the music industry. G2 specializes in creating ultra-light, sleek, and safe large-format staging designs.
Gallagher Staging & Productions
Providing the foundation for premier events across the nation, Gallagher Staging & Productions aims to create a safe, reliable, and unforgettable experience for their clients and audiences. They are a team of experienced and highly trained professionals with over 40 years of staging expertise. Building stages and providing materials for events across the country, Gallagher consistently delivers superior staging at fair rates for a variety of clients. Services include rental staging for any occasion, including custom fabrication pieces of any kind. They are proud to offer customers safe solutions for all their custom and rental staging for all events. The Gallagher team supports tours, red carpet events, award shows, corporate events, and studio and television productions. Their versatile stages, decking, truss displays, and runways make it simple and easy to execute any type of event. Specializing in custom staging, Gallagher’s set design goes beyond expectation and pushes production boundaries. From basic ideas to the most intricate custom designs, they work hard to make each client’s vision a reality and guarantee flawless service along the way. Your vision, their creation. With the experience and skill of their incredible team, they can create the highest quality staging for all production needs. Safety is at the heart of everything they do. Gallagher Staging understands that minimizing risk is essential for a successful project. This is why Gallagher makes sure that all gear including deck rentals, truss rentals, runways, and custom stages are always constructed in line with relevant health and safety legislation. Constantly developing, updating, and improving their product for their clients, Gallagher offers top-of-the-line staging for high-end talent across the nation.
Harlequin Floors
Harlequin’s Hi-Shine™ flooring rolls out easily, provides a very glossy finish and is an ideal floor for television & film, live events, stages, photography, fashion, and entertainment productions. It’s specified for loose-lay installation, and a special high-gloss surface superior to urethane allows for scuff-resistance and provides for a shiny, reflective surface. Harlequin Double-Sided Tape is recommended to secure Harlequin Hi-Shine to a sub-floor. The low-tack/high-tack tape allows for easy removal without damaging the surface. The company’s Black, White, Gray, Blue, and Red flooring is reusable; Metallic Gold and Metallic Silver flooring is single use. The Hi-Shine floor has made a few appearances on tour with a variety of performers, including Shawn Mendes and Hugh Jackman. For Canadian singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes’ nine-month European tour, the total stage set-up consisted of a circular stage with steps on the left and right leading to two 9-meter wings. Harlequin provided Hi-Shine black to cover the whole stage. Hi-Shine is PET coated, which makes it scratch-resistant, very durable, and an ideal floor for daily use on a world tour. For Hugh Jackman’s 2019 World tour, The Man. The Music. The Show., Harlequin Hi-Shine floor was the material of choice to top the platforms that made up the tour’s stage. Harlequin Floors provided over 1,000 m2 of gloss black Harlequin Hi-Shine vinyl performance flooring to cover the stage infrastructure. During the eight-week build, the gloss black floor was installed onto panels that were fitted over 216 stage decks that made up the vast stage.
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InCord Custom Theatrical Safety Netting: Stage Guard™ Nets
Stage Guard™ is an innovative solution designed to enhance safety measures in theater productions. By utilizing an impact-absorbing barrier net, Stage Guard effectively prevents falls and provides a secure environment for personnel. The barrier net is quickly drawn across the entire width of the proscenium, offering a vertical barrier that not only safeguards individuals but also serves as a reliable shield against runaway equipment and props. The suspended nature of Stage Guard ensures that it doesn’t leave any mark on the stage floor, making it a non-intrusive system. Installing the barrier net system along with its hardware requires only standard hand tools. Stage Guard securely attaches to four anchor points on each side of the stage, ensuring stability. Moreover, the net can be effortlessly deployed or dismantled and conveniently stored off-stage when not in use, allowing for compact storage. Stage Guard is made from highly visible InCord High Tenacity Polypropylene 2” mesh yellow netting, bordered with a Dyneema® tension rope. InCord’s Theatre Safety Orchestra Pit Nets, Stage Guard ™ Nets, and Catwalk Netting provide complete protection for theatres of all sizes. With an unwavering commitment to safety, InCord’s custom-designed systems undergo rigorous testing to surpass industry standards. Their range of netting and ropes is carefully tailored to meet specific requirements and ensure compliance. They take pride in their ISO 9001:2015 certified quality fabrication and unmatched industry-leading turnaround time. They value their partnership with customers and believe in working collaboratively to provide optimal solutions. InCord is a woman-owned, platinum-certified green business providing custom safety solutions crafted in the USA.
IWEISS: Paragon Stage Hoist
The IWEISS Paragon Stage Hoist is a pile-on hoist that has been engineered with precision and equipped with redundancy, and this one-of-a-kind hoisting solution ensures unparalleled reliability in the world of theatrical stages, banner drops, and elevated displays. What makes the Paragon exceptional is its innovative design featuring a multi-line winch powered by two gearmotors with brakes. The redundant load path drive chains, coupled with chain break detection, guarantee motor synchronization, setting it apart with one of the smallest hoisting footprints available in the market. This design, backed by high engineering standards, makes the Paragon the ultimate choice for any overhead lifting requirement. Designed for versatility, the Paragon boasts a remarkable overall width of just 1’-0”, allowing installation on tight centers. When positioned on opposing sides, it effortlessly fits on 8-inch centers, providing flexibility in various spatial configurations. Equipped with either 3/16” or 1/4” lift cables, the Paragon offers customizable options to suit specific needs. The inclusion of a 4-element rotary limit switch as standard ensures precise control, while the option for an encoder and variable speed operation adds an extra layer of flexibility. For user convenience, the motor control cabinet and control station are supplied separately, allowing for seamless integration into existing systems. Elevate your lifting experience with the IWEISS Paragon Stage Hoist, a fusion of cutting-edge design, safety, and adaptability, making it the go-to solution for all hoisting requirements. For over 120 years, IWEISS has been a premier provider of top-tier drapery and rigging solutions for the entertainment industry. Their commitment is to empower client success by delivering reliable products at the most competitive prices. Offering fabric, drapery, curtain tracks, manual rigging, and automated rigging, the company stands out as the sole provider under one roof. With years of drapery expertise and cutting-edge products like Align Rigging and Via automation, IWEISS turns visions into reality, supported by their skilled staff—all with a deep understanding of unique client needs. Customers can expect superior performance and personalized service with every job, regardless of size.
Mountain Productions
With over 40 years as an industry standard, Mountain Productions continues to provide leading entertainment staging and temporary structures for any size event or installation. Their coast-to-coast North American deliverability is underpinned by a commitment to quality, safety, innovative services, and efficiency. When hiring Mountain, you’re hiring a production management and engineering partner who shares your vision and helps to meet you wherever you’re at in the production cycle. Mountain has a wide range of proprietary and custom in-house staging systems. The MTN SP-1 Main Stage boasts a self-erecting tower, and with a downstage span at 56’ wide, the SP-1 is second to none. With a total capacity of 150,000 lbs., it is preferred above other quick build options. With parts that can all be carried by hand, the system can be built to fit smaller venues and various aesthetics, offering complete flexibility. The MTN HD+ Main Stage is the company’s premier staging system. It offers rigging capabilities that are truly unmatched. Available in a variety of sizes, this system can be scaled to larger stage sizes, temporary weather protected amphitheaters and sound stages up to 250’ by 250’. The robust design of the MTN HD+ can be seen in its total capacity of 490,000 lbs., with sound bays that are designed to rig up to 50,000 lbs. each and video wings that can accommodate up to 25,000 lbs. each. The MTN QB-7 Main Stage has automated wind walls for enhanced weather response, and the all-new QB-7 can quickly adapt to changing weather conditions with just the push of a button. Featuring a 70’ performance area and robust capacity, the QB-7 offers enhanced tech, quicker build times and reduced labor. With a product portfolio that has amassed over 20,000 events, Mountain Productions can assist clients in all stages of their projects.
Stageline: SAM450 Stage
Stageline’s newest SAM is a cutting-edge mobile stage that redefines the concept of outdoor event production. Lightweight, made of aluminum and steel and mechanically assembled, the SAM450 offers an impressive rigging capacity of 66,000 lbs. (29,937 kg), far more than any other stage its size. With a sleek and robust design, this stage is a game-changer for concerts, festivals, and large-scale events. Standing at the forefront of innovation, the SAM450 seamlessly combines functionality, safety, and versatility. The stage’s primary feature is its hydraulic deployment system, which allows it to be set up quickly and efficiently, transforming into a spacious and commanding platform. Constructed with precision and durability in mind, the SAM450 boasts a reinforced structure that ensures stability even in challenging weather conditions. Its load-bearing capacity is designed to accommodate elaborate production setups, including lighting rigs, sound systems, and large-scale displays. Event organizers can rely on this stage to provide a secure foundation for their most ambitious visions. Versatility is a key attribute of the SAM450, with its adaptable design catering to various event requirements. Whether hosting a music festival, corporate gathering, or community celebration, this stage can be customized to meet specific needs, providing a dynamic platform for diverse performances. As safety is a top priority, it incorporates advanced engineering features to guarantee a secure environment for both performers and audiences. Every aspect of the stage is engineered with the well-being of all involved in mind. Recommended for crowds of 10,000 people or more, the SAM450 stands as a pinnacle of innovation in the realm of mobile stages. Its combination of rapid deployment, robust construction, adaptability, and safety features make it an indispensable asset for event organizers looking to elevate their productions to new heights. There are many reasons why people in over 50 countries choose Stageline Mobile Stages. Used at over 30,000 events per year, Stageline’s wide range of mobile stages is the answer to client needs for safety, speed of installation, mobility, and versatility. Founded in 1987, Stageline was born with one goal–to promote the use of safe and reliable mobile stages.
Staging Dimensions
In the ever-changing entertainment industry, Staging Dimensions remains dedicated to providing their customers with quality, versatile staging products and outstanding customer service. For the past 23 years, they have built long-lasting relationships with their customers, teaching and training them on the proper procedures to safely, quickly, and confidently erect their stage systems. When clients purchase Staging Dimensions products, they become part of the Staging Dimensions Team. The company’s “old school” approach to business means clients will get a live person answering the phone, and they are available 24/7 to answer any and all questions or to provide last minute solutions when customers change their minds hours before a show. Each customer, regardless of size, is treated with respect and appreciation for being part of the company’s team. Staging Dimensions’ stage systems are designed using portable components that can be reconfigured to accommodate a variety of uses. Their compatible low-cost accessories allow customers to repurpose their stage decks as concert stages, tiered choral risers, spotlight towers, rolling risers, camera platforms, press risers, ADA ramps and platforms. With a certified live load rating of 200 lbs. per square foot, Staging Dimensions manufacturers one of the strongest decks available on the market today. Custom staging including curved, triangular, trapezoidal, and round stages seamlessly integrate with their standard decks, giving customers access to infinite design possibilities. In addition to their staging products, their dedicated, custom manufacturing and fabrication team of Wizards have allowed the company to expand its services to include scenic pieces, set design, signage, VIP structures and compounds, DJ tables, broadcast desks, hydraulic elevating band stages, unique video projection screens, custom furniture and even a floating mirrored performance stage. If you can dream it, they can build it.
TAIT: Mag Deck System
The Mag Deck System is TAIT’s proprietary elevated decking system that uses interlocking decks and various leg styles to create a performance surface. The Mag Decks incorporate magnetic corner blocks for alignment and a shear keyway to reduce the number of legs needed to support the decking structure, reducing the amount of product that needs to travel on the road and the time needed to load in and load out ultimately saving on costs. The interlocking deck and leg system allows for greater flexibility for using rolling and static legs as well as the option to remove leg braces that are necessary for load support on other staging systems. By removing those braces, there is more space in the underworld for crews and artists to execute a show. The company’s custom lifts can also be easily integrated into this interlocking system. TAIT Mag Deck is a complete staging solution with countless customizations to meet the desired creative look for each performance. Decks are fabricated in several standard sizes or custom-built to accommodate any stage size or shape as well as risers and multi-tiered systems. It can be treated with a variety of decking surfaces, including non-slip, laminate, plywood, grill decks, acrylic, integrated with LED screens, etc. TAIT’s Mag Deck also comes packaged in rolling transportation/storage carts with slots for a forklift as well as labels to easily identify each piece of staging for ease of transportation and use. The same characteristics that make Mag Deck a preferred solution for concert touring make it ideal for venues searching for a house stage, including an increased load capacity, the ability to roll across the venue floor fully loaded, the ability to adjust stage heights, the option to add in accessories, an optimized design for backstage venue storage, and easy setup/tear down.
United Staging & Rigging: UNI-Products
United Staging & Rigging is a full-service staging and rigging company that provides products and services for live events, TV, and film, including indoor and outdoor stages, roof systems, touring packages, production rigging, automation, and project management, and they offer all the truss, motors, and accessories their clients might need to hang projection, lights, and audio efficiently AND safely. They have warehouses in Bridgeport, CT and Haverhill, MA and provide gear, rentals, and experts for builds across the USA. What they are most proud of (besides their commitment to safety) is their line of UNI-Products. In 2015, they became tired of using products not initially designed for the entertainment industry, or which lacked features that would improve its functionality. Their team of skilled riggers, fabricators, and builders helped innovate and design products specifically for the entertainment industry and stage building. Their UNI-Product line currently includes—UNI-DEC: Stage decks outfitted with perimeter extrusion channels, allowing accessory attachments that make decks fit more seamlessly with other stage elements. UNI-KEDER: Keder-strut combined with channel extrusions create a versatile product that can be used both vertically and horizontally. UNI-BLOC (and UNI-BLOC Jr.)—redesigned stage ballasts with multiple fork and pallet jack pick points, truss bolt holes, and an adjustable top plate. The company continues to grow, focusing on expanding their Uni-Products line and their touring and automation services. Their highly skilled and continuously trained team ensures that all client events run smoothly from installation to final truck pack, all while upholding a commitment to safety.
Wenger | J.R. Clancy: StageTek® Staging Solutions
Wenger’s StageTek® Staging offers a comprehensive solution that boasts a modular system that allows clients to tailor their stages to meet the unique needs of each performance. Customers can choose from various deck sizes, shapes, and six color options. With its tool-free design and simple connectors, StageTek® Staging can be assembled quickly without specialized equipment or extensive setup crews. Despite its lightweight, StageTek® Staging stages are incredibly durable and capable of supporting heavy loads. This makes transportation and storage easy while ensuring the safety of performers and equipment. The ability to adjust the height of the stage is essential for creating dynamic performances. StageTek® Staging offers a range of legs (height options), allowing users to create varying effects and accommodate different performance styles. StageTek® Staging decks offer safety locks and guardrails, providing peace of mind for performers and stage crew. Whether a client needs a single-level stage or a multi-tiered setup, StageTek® Staging can accommodate various configurations.
