Prepare for the Holiday’s Best Gifts and Sales at Mountain Productions Rigging Shop

Forget buying another sweater—get the gifts that really matter! At Mountain Productions Rigging Shop, we’re getting ready for our biggest sale yet on select items from DBI-SALA & Python Safety, Dirty Rigger, Estwing, Petzl, and KASK. These products are proven crowd pleasers and what’s better than giving a gift that will continue giving all year?

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Our safety and fall protection offering is extensive and provides only the most reliable brands. These items will keep your loved one, friend, or colleague safe on the job all year and will actually improve efficiency and comfort.

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Riggers’ Reading List: 5 Books You Should Have in Your Collection

As the colder weather approaches, event production crews may find themselves with a little bit of free time. Whether you’re a rigger just getting started or an industry veteran, these five books are an excellent way to spend your time off the road.

1. Stage Rigging Handbook

By Jay O. Glerum

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The Stage Rigging Handbook by Jay O. Glerum has become an industry staple. This go-to guide is to the point and provides an understanding of the rigging system, how to operate each type of rigging, and maintaining and inspecting your equipment.

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Leica Lino: 3 Reasons You Need One on Your Next Job Site

Bringing along a member of the Leica Lino line of laser leveling devices is like bringing along another member of the team—one willing to lend a hand with some of the most frustrating tasks.  We’ve decided to highlight a mere three of the endless ways in which a Leica Lino device can make your next project a breeze.

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1. Accurate & Adaptable Alignment

When you’re on a construction or rigging site, an uneven platform or support structure could have devastating consequences to your accuracy, especially when your project is outdoors.

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[Q+A] Insight from the Experts – Marty Wesstrom and the MTN BOX

In 2014, we launched our MTN BOX road case design to reinvent the way production houses stored and transported their equipment. This case boasts unmatched durability and versatility, with the inclusion of an interchangeable insert system. Marty Wesstrom, head of Mountain Productions’ rigging department, worked on the design of the MTN BOX for years in order to provide the industry with a more robust case compared to the classic ATA cases. But how did the MTN BOX project begin? Here’s our Q+A with Marty about his career in entertainment production, and the creation of the MTN BOX.

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[Q+A] Insight from the Experts – Steve Marshall and Dirty Rigger®

Dirty Rigger™ is a growing brand in the entertainment industry, and their products have already been distributed to over 50 countries to rave reviews. Their product line revolves around quality varieties of rigging gloves, tool bags and belts that have been designed specifically for entertainment professionals. What makes Dirty Rigger’s product line rise above the competition? We went behind the scenes and spoke with Product Manager Steve Marshall about what drives him and Dirty Rigger to succeed. Production workers face unique issues and specific situations—how does Dirty Rigger manage to meet the high standards we demand? Take a look…

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CM Lodestar Lubricant Guide

We’re back with another handy resource detailing the proper lubrication procedures for 5 areas of a CM Lodestar. Maintaining hoists will greatly improve the operation and longevity of your equipment—make sure you’re taking the steps necessary to get the most out of your hoists. This is a quick reference guide, but if you need more information or assistance, we’re only a phone call away. Enjoy!

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Download Dirty Rigger’s Glove Sizing Guide

Dirty Rigger’s glove line is available in a variety of sizes, ranging from Slimfit sizes for smaller hands all the way up to XXL. With so many size options, it’s important to find the correct fit for you—after all, these gloves are optimized for all-day comfort IF you are wearing the appropriate size. Dirty Rigger created an easy way to find the best size gloves for you, and all you need is a printer and a piece of paper.

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[FEATURED PRODUCT] SureFire Sidekick™

Our featured product this week comes from SureFire, a proud U.S. manufacturer of illumination tools, weaponlights, suppressors, high-capcaity magazines, and more. The ultra-compact SureFire Sidekick is a lightweight triple-output LED flashlight that attaches directly to your keys or retractable Lightkeeper clip for instant light when you find yourself in the dark. This product goes beyond the work day, and is ideal for anyone, including children.

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Built to last

Many of us have a small lightsource on our key rings for those times at night when you need a quick beam of light. More often than not, these mini flashlights are built cheaply and stop working after a few uses.

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CM Lodestar Current Draw Chart

Here’s another printable chart to pin up in the production shop. This chart helps you easily identify the amperage requirement for your hoists for when you need to order cable or control systems.

With the vast amount of CM Lodestar models and the variable voltage, phase, and hertz settings, this chart provides a quick reference for chain hoist models A through RRS.

Check it out and feel free to share with your colleagues!

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[FEATURED PRODUCTS] Accessorize in minutes with our 3 new Product Bundles

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Drop Prevention Package

Fall protection is a must, but don’t neglect stocking up on drop prevention items as well. Python Safety’s drop prevention products include tethers, holsters and wristbands that keep your tools and loose items safe from accidental drops at height. Our Drop Prevention Package includes the Hammer Holster (includes Hook2Quick Ring Coil Tether), Adjustable Radio Holster, and Slim Pullaway Wristband (available in SM, MED, and LG). Be a safety role model on site with these 3 reliable products that keep you, and those below you, safe.

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