www.motionlabs.com | 800-227-6784 motionlabs We Manufacture Solutions For Your Challenges TM Take stock of your equipment. Locate and test everything! Equipment sent to manufacturers for repairs and upgrades could have been lost in the shuffle. Equipment that was working before the shutdown may need repairs or upgrades now. These days, suppliers have walked back on stock. Everything needs to be ordered earlier and lead times can be excessive. Transportation of goods can have excessive delays. Don’t wait until it’s too late! Take stock and set reminders to arrange for pickups and returns. You may have lent things out as a favor and forgotten. Get all of your equipment accounted for. Re-Opening Checklist it’s been a long time since the last show, let’s make sure we’re all prepared electrical tape spare parts extra connectors breakers gaff tape duct tape cleaning supplies disinfectant masks PPE Re-opening Basics Safety Power Meters A true RMS meter, with new touch screen functionality, data logging and internet connectivity. Rack Mount Power Distribution These components are complementary products to our modular power distribution systems, designed to place the power where you need it. Hand Held Remotes New go/kill switches have an IP65 rating.www.motionlabs.com | 800-227-6784 motionlabs We Manufacture Solutions For Your Challenges TM Cables are the most important part of your systems. These are the components that power up and link all of your equipment. Look for loose connections and verify the condition of strain reliefs. Make sure that the insulation is not compromised, no tears, no abrasions or exposed conductors. Check the condition of your control cables and connectors. Check all shields and point to point connections. Clean dirt and debris from the outer jackets and wipe down with Armor All. Check for cuts or other damage. Check the condition of your PD as well. For a good reference guide, download our Preventive Maintenance Manual at: https://www.motionlabs.com/wp-content/uploads/PDU-PM01- PREVENTIVE-MAINTENANCE-UM.pdf. There is a great amount of information and suggestions for care of your equipment including helpful info on torque specifications. Check the condition of your electrical power cables. Cable Testers The CT series cable testers are half rack, 2RU devices. We offer 9 models such that every cable type Motion Laboratories provides can be tested. Cell*Mate Loadcell Systems Lifting loads using multiple points requires rigorous calculations to ensure the safety of the structure you are attached to, the integrity of the structure you are lifting, and the safety of the personnel and equipment involved in the lift. Overmold Cables Standard cable assemblies can be reworked into overmold cables and come with a 5 year warranty.www.motionlabs.com | 800-227-6784 motionlabs We Manufacture Solutions For Your Challenges TM Look for wire rubbing. Replace or repair any wires that show signs of exposed conductors. Re-route, bundle or secure wires away from sharp edges or rub hazards. Loose hardware can begin a cycle of loose equipment fastening and broken components. Look for signs of overheated connections. Loose or corroded connections are sources of heat and only get worse with time. Check, clean and tighten to proper specs all electrical connections. If the integrity of the connection has been compromised, replace the component. Remove dirt and debris which can contribute to the degradation of equipment performance. Open your power distro equipment and look for signs of wear and tear. Stringer Boxes Stringer boxes are designed to be an extension or branch circuit from the main system and can be connected in line to increase flexibility. Modular Power Distribution With over 300 panel types to choose from, your distro can be configured for any world voltage. Stackable Power Distribution Units Full-on portable power distribution units without the case.www.motionlabs.com | 800-227-6784 motionlabs We Manufacture Solutions For Your Challenges TM Test functionality of your controllers. Inspect and clean hoists. Check functionality and lubricate chains. Open all of your trunks and road cases and look inside for signs of long term storage issues. Clean, disinfect and restore the condition of your equipment as necessary. Check your inventory of shackles make sure they are clean, pins are in good condition, and all threads are clean and free of dirt, debris and rust. Make sure span sets are in good condition. Check stock of your truss inventory and hardware. Make sure hardware is clean, threads in good condition. Remember, no sandblasting or high temp powdercoating on truss. Check the condition of your rigging system. Perform the same maintenance as with PD on your hoist control systems. HMI Chain Hoist Controls Human Machine Interfaces are indispensable when viewing important information in real time. Fixed Speed, Low Voltage Chain Hoist Control Systems Each unit can be built with a variety of input connectors dictated by the capacity of the unit and voltage requirements of the hoists. Variable Speed Control System Advanced functionality and safety features that are not available in fixed speed applications.www.motionlabs.com | 800-227-6784 motionlabs We Manufacture Solutions For Your Challenges TM • Clean and disinfect or replace the pop filters on your vocal mics. • Replace rusted rack hardware. • Vacuum or blow out your amp racks, signal processing racks, dimmer packs. • Wipe down all surfaces. We recommend the use of a diluted solution of Simple Green for surfaces other than plastic or touch screens and an application of WD-40 on hardware. • Sand and repaint speaker cabinets. • Inspect, and test speakers and install fresh recones if needed. • Inspect and repair or replace fly hardware and safety points. • Clean and lubricate those pesky casters. Replace the units with broken wheels and flat spots. Check all of your equipment racks. Long term storage can result in mold and bacteria developing. Open, disassemble, clean and disinfect. • National Independent Venue Association • Event Safety Alliance • Collaborative Artists Network • Entertainment Service and Technology Association • United States Institute for Theatre Technology Get involved with and support organizations that support our industry. Moving forward, you may need to perform wellness checks on staff. Keeping track of vaccination records through the establishment of QR codes that can be presented along with ID checks and responses to wellness questionnaires may become a day to day occurence. MLI and its partners can assist in the acquisition and integration of scanner systems, and wellness software. Prepare yourself and your employees for wellness checks and compliance programs.www.motionlabs.com | 800-227-6784 motionlabs We Manufacture Solutions For Your Challenges TM Check strain reliefEnsure that the outer jacket is firmly grippedOpen strain relief and re install grip Check outer jacketSigns of abrasion, Exposed inner conductorsCut back or replace Check connections Especially on screw clamp devices, loose connections cause excessive heat Tighten loose connections Clean outer jacketClean and wipe down Use a armarol like product Coil cable properlyimproperly coiled cable puts extra strain on conductorsUse over under method Inspect contactslook for signs of overheating or archingReplace as necessary Inspect connectorslook for discoloration, bent pinsReplace as necessary Check connections Verify that all contacts are properly wired. NO CROSSED WIRES! Repair as necessary Add or replace ID labels installing part number and length labels make it easier to deploy Replace as necessary Check hardware Inspect for loose or missing hardwareTighten or replace as necessary Inspect for debris and containmentsClean with WD-40 Inspect safety doors Check for proper operation of doors covering Cam-Locks and other connectors. Replace as necessary Inspect safety labels Check to make sure all safety related markings are clear and readable. Replace or clean as necessary Check paperworkEnsure you have a copy of schematicsReplace as necessary Visually inspect the outside of your PD Look for signs of damage, missing parts, loose fastenersReplace or repair as necessary Look for signs of dirt, mildew and debris and rust Clean with a mild cleaning solution. Replace any rusted components Check case Inspect case for missing hardware, catches and latchesReplace or repair as necessary Inspect cases for signs of bacteria and moldClean and disinfect as necessary Check castersInspect for wear and tear Clean, lubricate, repair and replace as necessary Check internal wiring Inspect for rub issues Replace conductors if worn thru. Re-route and re-bundle Look for loose connectionsTighten all electrical connections Look for debris and loose martialV acuum and blow out Check that all output connectors are properly wiredRepair as necessary CABLE ASSEMBLIES CASES AND RACKS POWER DISTRIBUTIONmotionlabs We Manufacture Solutions For Your Challenges TM www.motionlabs.com | 800-227-6784 Check accreditations Make sure all employees have the proper credentialsUpdate as necessary Verify training certificationsUpdate as necessary Check inventory Check for safety supplies, eye and ear protectionPurchase as required Check supplies of hand wipes and gloves. Keep masks on hand in case Purchase as required Check condition of power and hand toolsPurchase as required Determine a spare parts listPurchase as required ADMINISTRATIVE RELATED Verify operation Take the time, verify that hoists are all functioning properly with the control system Test and troubleshoot as necessary Verify all pendants and Hand Held Remotes are functioning Test and repair as necessary Verify function of phase reverse, contactor enable, Go and Kill switches. All are working properly and indicator lamps are illuminating Test and repair as necessary Remote cables and hoist power and control cables are okTest and repair as necessary ELECTRIC CHAIN HOIST CONTROL IN ADDITION TO CHECKS PERFORMED ON PD AND RACKS, PERFORM THE FOLLOWING: Perform service Verify upper and lower limits are functioning correctly.Test and repair and replace as necessary Lubricate ChainsTest and repair and replace as necessary Check Chain bagsTest and repair and replace as necessary Perform and scheduled maintenance as per mfg recommendations Test and repair and replace as necessary ELECTRIC CHAIN HOIST Next >