From chain hoists to load monitoring and PPE, this guide covers the must-have rigs and tools MTN crews trust for festivals, tours, sports, and broadcast builds.
For over four decades, Mountain Productions has provided the backbone for North America’s largest events—major music festivals, national political moments, and marquee sports like the NFL Draft. Entertainment is both our specialty and our passion. We only offer brands and products we trust and use ourselves. Our crews put this gear through real-world abuse so your production can run safely and efficiently.
Lock your rigging plan early. If specs change, re-run loading and verify WLL on shackles, clamps, and truss. Keep spare motors, slings, and hardware on hand for show-day swaps.
Chain Hoists
The unsung heroes of entertainment—lifting PA, LED, roofs, and grids safely day after day. We stock manual, electric, and battery-powered options to suit power and site constraints.
Heavy vinyl with YKK AquaGuard® zipper; fits Lodestar (Classic/Next-Gen) & Prostar in motor-up/down.
Cables & Connectors
Reliable, weather-ready terminations reduce show-stopping failures—especially outdoors. Explore our complete range of Cables, Connectors & Power Distribution.
CM Replacement Parts
Keep your CM Lodestar and Prostar fleets running like new with genuine parts and proper service intervals. Browse CM Hoist Spare Parts.
Load Monitoring
Avoid overloads with real-time feedback and alarms—essential during rehearsals and weather-related rehangs. See Load Monitoring.
Soft Goods
Masking, backdrops, and scenic elements shape the final look. From IFR/DFR drape to scrims and cyc, find what fits touring abuse and venue rules in Soft Goods.
Live Event Production Tools
Nothing’s worse than arriving short on tools. Stock up on tape, safety cables, cordless essentials, meters, and spare rigging hardware so your crew can solve problems on the fly. Browse Live Event Production Tools.
Truss
We carry truss from innovative manufacturers like James Thomas Engineering, Tomcat, and Prolyte. From modern systems to classic lines, we can kit full grids, arches, and bespoke scenic frames for your next build. Explore more via our Entertainment hub.
PPE: Helmets, Harnesses & Gloves
High-tempo builds demand reliable head protection, secure positioning, and durable handwear.
How do I choose between tower lifts and chain hoists?
Use tower lifts when power is limited, you need fast deployment, or you’re supporting autonomous PA/lighting masts. Choose chain hoists for large flown grids, frequent trim changes, and tighter load control.
What hoist capacities fit most mid-size festival roofs?
Many use a mix of 1/2-ton and 1-ton units depending on grid design and PA/LED loading. Start from engineered loads and add margin for change orders and weather contingencies.
Why add load monitoring if my rig is engineered?
Real-time load cells verify loads during changeovers and catch imbalances before they become safety issues. See our Load Monitoring page.
What connectors should I spec for outdoor festivals?
Helmet with an adjustable chinstrap, gloves with dexterity and reinforcement, and a harness matched to the task (positioning/rope access). Always follow site rules and applicable standards.
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