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Lighting bar

A horizontal pipe or structural bar from which lighting fixtures or accessories may be suspended in a studio or venue.

Equipment

Also known as: lighting pipe, bar, batten

Reviewed

A horizontal pipe or structural bar from which lighting fixtures or accessories may be suspended in a studio or venue.

Use cases

  • A bar is not automatically a rated rigging point. Load, attachment method, distribution, access, and secondary safety requirements must be confirmed by qualified personnel.

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

A bar is not automatically a rated rigging point. Load, attachment method, distribution, access, and secondary safety requirements must be confirmed by qualified personnel.

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