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Billy clip

Set slang for a locking plier or vise-grip fitted with flat plates for gripping scenic or rigging material.

Equipment

Also known as: Billy clamp, plate vise grip

Reviewed

Set slang for a locking plier or vise-grip fitted with flat plates for gripping scenic or rigging material.

Use cases

  • Names and jaw designs vary across rental houses. The clamp must match the surface and load, be tightened without damaging the material, and receive secondary retention when supporting overhead equipment.

Setup

  • Confirm the intended use, inspect the equipment, and coordinate placement with the responsible department.

Safety notes

  • Use only within manufacturer ratings and the production safety plan.

In practice

Names and jaw designs vary across rental houses. The clamp must match the surface and load, be tightened without damaging the material, and receive secondary retention when supporting overhead equipment.

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