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Adam Kane

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Re: install lighting pipe/bar systems
« Reply #10 on: September 29, 2010, 12:46:47 PM »

Charlie Zureki wrote on Wed, 29 September 2010 09:04



 I think you're missing the point...it's not always about the equipment...it's about HOW it's attached to the building.... and NO ONE can phone that in.....they have to actually be there....ON SITE.
 Hammer



Exactly. I've seen some pretty crappy work with steel cable, forged eyebolts, unistrut, shackles, and grade-80 chain...all of which are perfectly fine to use when implemented within the scope of their intented purpose and load ratings.

Even if you purchase some sort of pre-fab and pre-approved piece of lighting "piping system" (ETC or similar) it still needs to be fastened to the structure correctly or it doesn't matter what stickers are on it.
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Re: install lighting pipe/bar systems
« Reply #11 on: October 08, 2010, 10:42:37 PM »

forged..not welded...you're right.  anyway....its all got to be rated.  Thats why I hire out, no room for mistakes.

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Re: install lighting pipe/bar systems
« Reply #12 on: October 09, 2010, 12:21:58 PM »

Chuck Fudge wrote on Fri, 08 October 2010 21:42

forged..not welded...you're right.  anyway....its all got to be rated.  Thats why I hire out, no room for mistakes.





 Hello Chuck et al..,

 Yes, if there's no rating spec available for a piece of hardware, then, definitely do NOT use the hardware.

 But, the idea or term "rated" can be misconstrued or ignored too.

Even the wire rope and fittings sold at the local "H-Depot" or "Loads" has a "rating". Usually right on the spool or package.

Remember, it's not always whether something is "rated", but, whether it is used with a proper safety margin.

 Cheers,
 Hammer
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Re: install lighting pipe/bar systems
« Reply #13 on: October 19, 2010, 11:55:33 AM »

only shop the good stuff...I do hang bird feeders at home with the home depot stuff.
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Re: install lighting pipe/bar systems
« Reply #14 on: November 06, 2010, 06:34:22 PM »

Chuck Fudge wrote on Wed, 29 September 2010 09:43


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Very handy link.... I've been browsing their catalogue for 5 minutes and already found a whole bunch of stuff I've been looking for.

Thanks!
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Re: install lighting pipe/bar systems
« Reply #15 on: November 14, 2010, 12:37:08 AM »

I think this thread is probably a good example of, "If you have to ask, it is time to hire a theatre rigger." This sort of job is pretty par-for-the-course and any decent rigger who has done installs should easily be able to handle it. I'm sure someone can point the OP towards a reputable local theatre rigger.
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Re: install lighting pipe/bar systems
« Reply #16 on: November 27, 2010, 02:17:00 AM »

If I'm not mistaken, 1.5" schedule 40 has an OD of 2", so you guys are likely talking about the same pipe.

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Re: install lighting pipe/bar systems
« Reply #17 on: November 28, 2010, 05:00:54 PM »

Tim Padrick wrote on Sat, 27 November 2010 01:17

If I'm not mistaken, 1.5" schedule 40 has an OD of 2", so you guys are likely talking about the same pipe.


I think "theater pipe" is supposed to be 1.9" OD.  2" would be the rounded up version.  ?

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