Serapid, expert in linear motion systems for the entertainment industry

Linear motion systems from Serapid are widely used in the entertainment industry. Their enviable reputation for accuracy and reliability were key to their selection for the 2008 Beijing Olympic opening ceremony. Serapid Rigid Chain Technology allows linear movement of heavy loads over virtually any distance, horizontally or vertically with noise and pin-point accuracy making it ideally suitable whether a silent scene change is required, or whether the total configuration of a venue floor, walls or roof need to be changed. The unique ability to store the chain in any number of geometric configurations allows the systems to be fitted in almost any location.

Opening Ceremony - Olympic Games 2008 in Peking

7 metres platforms with LinkLift and scissor guides for the Opening Ceremony - Olympic Games 2008 in Peking

Our LinkLift and Telescopic Seating Motion (TSM) systems are unique means of motion transfer.

In 1999, Serapid introduced the LinkLift, born from the Serapid Rigid Chain Technology used in push-pull applications in many industries. Worldwide installations of the LinkLift in theatres, concert halls and arenas have set a new standard for load capacity and elevating heights, as well as for safety, reliability and flexibility. After ten years of success, Serapid launched LinkLift2 - the next generation LinkLift. LinkLift2 offers a number of performance improvements with up to 100% higher loads capacities, up to 30 % longer strokes and faster speeds (600 mm/s).

LinkLift at BMW World in Munich

The TSM system is a purely mechanical telescopic system. It is flexible and space saving and opens up entirely new design opportunities. The system uses a Serapid Rigid Chain, driven by an electric motor, to push the telescopic seating units out and then pull them back into their storage position. The TSM follows on from the Serapid SCT silent rigid horizontal chain system design, which is used throughout the industry for fixed installations where it provides for the movement of band and scenery wagons, and also in productions where systems are utilized for show applications in the West End of London and on Broadway in New York.

TSM - Telescopic Seating Motion system with Serapid Rigid Chain technology

Just like the original Serapid Rigid Chain systems, the TSM chain locks in the horizontal plane to become a rigid pushing bar in the direction of travel, with the ability to coil up into a compact magazine as it is retracted.

Should you need lift or horizontal motion systems, with Serapid's design and engineering services at hand, you will find it easy to realize your most creative stage and venue projects.

For more information, please visit Serapid on the web at www.serapid.com or contact us: info-uk@serapid.com.

We will be exhibiting at Palme Beijing from May 20 till 23, 2010. Come and visit us on booth #5509. We will be happy to provide you more information and answer your questions.

For more information on Serapid’s stage engineering solutions, visit www.serapid.com.

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