A range of Performer Winches which are ideal for single line pendulum flying, 2D bridled flying using two winches or 3D bridled flying using four winches and in its standard configuration is a perfect solution for aerial performance or for single point lifting in a theatre (point hoist on a grid for example).
Hoist UK are also able to provide all of your aerial performer accessories, such as hoops, cubes and coat hanger / spreaders, as well as any custom fabricated item you may want.
All winches and accessories are manufactured in house in our own factory.
Rigging specialists Over The Top wanted a performer winch system that had easy and fast assembly, quick movement and the highest safety factors. The performer winch system would need to custom designed to accommodate Boyzone's planned performance, to fly the band members to the 'B' stage and then back to the main stage again.
Our custom performer flying winch system was used during the tour to fly dancers above the stage, then used for the encore to fly all members of Boyzone to the “B” stage and then back to the main stage and the winch is a custom version of the popular Hoist UK range of pilewind winches.
READ MOREWorking with the Franco Dragone Entertainment Group we commissioned a range of standard products for a large scale lifting solution, as well as designing, manufacturing and installation a motorised performer platform system.
Franco Dragone Entertainment Group envisaged a system that would enable performers to be tracked out into the void above the main stage and so the solution would need to be certified for man riding which is quite out of the ordinary and challenging.
READ MOREOur entertainment consultancy customer required 2 performer flying systems and a display rigging system for a holiday resort in Greece for one of the UK’s premier tour operators.
Working as part of a larger scale project it was vitally important that the specification was fully understood, and their vision was realised using the knowledge, experience and innovative thinking at our disposal. The challenge was ensuring everything was prepared, configured and ready to be shipped to meet tight timescales so that our electro-mechanical engineer could install the solutions and provide engineering assistance on site.
Foy’s workhorse, the DW-V3, is a versatile winch capable of fulfilling many roles. With top speeds ranging from 10 fps for a single performer to 5 fps for dual performers, it is well suited for variety of acrobatic and aerial ballet routines. Acting as a travel axis, the same package can deliver speeds in excess of 15 fps for fast, fluid motion.
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Now in its third generation, the DW-V3 represents the latest in safety and control technology. The DW-V3 meets all relevant U.S. and European standards, making it suitable for all venues. The winch can be installed as a single-axis with a programmable SAC pendant, or integrated into a larger Pegasus control network. In either case, reliability and ease of operation combine to ensure rapid deployment, quick programming and minimum downtime.
Foy’s line of CW winches provides an economical, non-automated solution for clients needing the power and safety of a flying winch without the cost and complexity of a full automated installation. The CW’s small and lightweight frame design allows it to be quickly deployed in even the tightest spaces.
Available with 2 preset stop positions, variable speed pendant, and our full range of standard safety features, the CW winch is a capable alternative to a full-size DW acrobatic winch.
By eliminating all power and control wiring, the BR-X is capable of almost unlimited track configurations. Incorporating 3 full axes of servo motion, this battery powered, wireless system is ideally suited to arenas and large thrust stages.
The BR-X utilizes two independent radio channels to ensure safe, reliable operation. A 2.4ghz FHSS radio link provides a secure proprietary data transfer, while a 900mhz DSSS link transfers the fail-safe e-stop signal. Distances of up to 500ft can easily be achieved. Power is provided by onboard batteries that are hot-chargeable through track mounted docking stations.
Each unit also incorporates intelligent collision detection, allowing multiple units to safely operate on the same track.
Flying by Foy’s innovative, lightweight cable winch, mounted within a standard 12” truss section, delivers 120ft of line travel @ 8 fps with a capacity of up to 200 lbs. in its standard operating configuration.
Safety features include: Dual Failsafe Braking Systems, Redundant Limit Switches for over-travel protection, and integrated E-Stop Circuit. In the event of power failure, the performer may be manually lowered by utilizing the secondary brake as a clutch.
The IW-V Performer Flying Winch can be controlled via simple up/down control or automated with one of Foy’s automated control systems and their complete line of Pegasus control consoles.
Foy’s PS3 Servo Controller can turn any winch into a full-featured Pegasus Automation Axis. As the standard motion controller for our DW-V3 line of hoists, each 2U rack-mountable controller can take charge of up to 3 axes of automation. With integrated Pegasus communications channel, profile generator, motion queue and safety monitoring, the PS3 can function in everything from standalone installations to complex multi-console environments. An integrated navigation screen provides quick access to axis vital statistics as well as jog and home functions. We can provide IO options for almost any motion device available.
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