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SGPS Showrig

EL DISTRITO

“ We love the set and appreciate all of the thought that went into it. We couldn't have asked for a better or more functional design.
Rob Asselstine, President RGAMedia
“ ...I reached over and grabbed the hotel stationary, drew this really ridiculous, primitive drawing, took a picture of it on my phone, and sent it to my lighting guy and said, 'Build this.'
Dave Grohl, Rolling Stone Interview
SGPS Showrig
SGPS Showrig
SGPS Showrig
Scope of Work:
In preparation for the opening of San Juan's premier entertainment complex El Distrito, SGPS ShowRig was commissioned to design a winch to raise and lower a custom sign in the outdoor plaza. Some of the challenges for the project included space constraints and the harsh outdoor environment. Puerto Rico is prone to natural disasters such as hurricanes and earthquakes and this was factored into the design. SGPS ShowRig was able to provide a system that was easily transported and assembled on site and that could withstand the unique tropical island conditions.

Fast Facts:

  • Sign Width: 14'
  •  30 Custom Winches for LED Panels
    • Max Speed: 6 ft/s
  •  30 Rotating LED Frames
    • 1-2 rpm
  • 6 Rotating Light Hoists
  • 6 Tesla Ball Hoists + 1 Center Hoist
  • 7 Faraday Cage Hoists

Year: 2020
Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico
Production Design: Stephen Lieberman, SJ Lighting