Stagecraft introduced three motor control systems at this year’s LDI in Las Vegas.
The Basis, Axis and Apex line of control systems made their debut to the attendees including consultants, end users and distributers. The attention they drew during the show and the inquiries since has been very positive and we are looking forward to a very successful future for these systems. They are an affordable means to control hoists, curtains machines and just about anything else that has a motor.
All of the control systems include industrial grade components and processors that can hold up to the rigors of the entertainment industry, while offering simple control layout for ease of use. Off the shelf components means parts will be available for the entire life of the system, all in compliance with NFPA 79.
The BASIS control can integrate a variety of motorized equipment into a single user inter-face. This control provides simple operation for fixed speed motorized products.
What can BASIS control?
- Line-shaft hoists
- Self climbing hoists
- Counterweight assist motors
- Motorized curtains
- Variable acoustic banners
- Projection screens/roll drops
Applications
- Small to mid-sized Theaters
- Concert Halls
- Production Studios
Push Button Interface Standard Features
- Individual controls for each motor
- Custom engraved face plate
- System power indicator
- On-off key switch
- Optional pendant controller
The AXIS control series can integrate a variety of motorized equipment into a single user interface. This series provides reliable and repeatable positioning for fixed or variable speed motorized products. Presets allow for changes from one configuration to another with the simple push of a button.
What can AXIS control?
- Line-shaft hoists
- Self climbing hoists
- Counterweight assist motors
- Motorized curtains
- Variable acoustic banners
- Projection screens/roll drops
- Architectural lighting systems
Applications
- Small to mid-sized Theaters
- Concert Halls
- Performing Arts Centers
- Production Studios
Touchscreen Interface Standard Features
- Control up to12 motors
- Simultaneous motor movements (as recom-mended by engineer)
- Individual position targeting available (with encoder)
- Individual motor speed control available (with variable speed motor)
- Screen layout configurable to maximize use of space and display maximum information
- Up to 50 presets available
- Imperial or metric measurements available
- Drive fault, over-travel, and emergency stop indicators
- On-off key switch
The APEX series integrates the control of various motorized pieces of equipment into a single user interface. This series of controller provides real-time system data to the user about all aspects of the hoists including speed, position, and status of the motor drive. This system also allows for the use of multiple interfaces and mobile touch screen panel. This system is compatible with both fixed and variable speed motorized products.
What can APEX control?
- Line-shaft hoists
- Self climbing hoists
- Counterweight assist motors
- Motorized curtains
- Variable acoustic banners
- Projection screens/roll drops
- Architectural lighting systems
Applications
- Large Theaters
- Concert Halls
- Performing Arts Centers
- Large Production Studios
Features
- Industrial grade components and processors that can hold up to the rigors of the entertain-ment industry
- Off the shelf components means parts will be available for the entire life of the system
- No limit to the number of motors that can be controlled
- Up to 100 user named presets
- Individual motor speed control and positioning
- Simple control layout for ease of use
- Extended user administration options to de-cide who can control what
- On-off key switch
- Optional wireless control
- Complies with NFPA 79 and draft ESTA standards
Benefits
- Simplify the control of your venue with one station
- Get real-time feedback about the health of the system.
Please refer to the Products – Rigging section of our website for more information.
