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Rigging and Cordage Solutions for Theatres and Events
English Braids provides high-performance rigging and load-out solutions designed specifically for the rigorous demands of the theatre and live events industry. As a leading UK manufacturer, we engineer specialised Dyneema® and static kernmantle systems that deliver the strength of steel with the handling advantages of advanced synthetics, ensuring seamless stage operations and total safety for production crews.
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Dyneema® DC75 / 75XPS
SK75 Dyneema® single braid, 3–28mm to 33,500 kg spliced. For halyard cores, control lines, dinghy rigging and wire replacement. Easily inspected and field-spliced.
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Low Stretch ExtensionMinimal Creep ExtensionEasily Spliced SplicingHigh Break Load StrengthR5 Approved SustainabilityCoating Enhanced TreatmentsPre-Stretched TreatmentsLight Weight Weight -
Dyneema® DC78 / 78XPS
SK78 Dyneema® single braid, 3–26mm. Lower creep than SK75 for high-cycle halyard cores, control lines and wire replacement. XPS pre-stretched variant available.
View ProductLow Stretch ExtensionMinimal Creep ExtensionLow Water Absorption ResistancesUV Resistant ResistancesEasily Spliced SplicingHigh Break Load StrengthR5 Approved SustainabilityLight Weight WeightPositive Buoyancy Weight -
Technaline
Technora® rope for high strength and heat resistance in critical environments
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Tutus Static
EN 1891 Type A and Type B certified nylon kernmantle static rope with 32-plait polyamide cover and nylon multi-core. English Braids’ flagship height safety rope, batch controlled with full traceability, 9mm to 12mm in four colourways.
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Tutus Firex
EN 1891 Type A certified nylon kernmantle static rope with a nnylon and Technora® Aramid blend overbraid cover. English Braids’ heat-resistant rope access rope for high-temperature industrial and rescue applications. 11mm, 200m reels, red.
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3-Strand Matt
Spun polyester 3-strand rope with traditional hemp or jute appearance, heat set and torque balanced. English Braids’ natural-look construction for mooring, classic rigging and theatre, 6mm to 24mm.
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8-Plait Matt
Spun polyester 8-plait dinghy rope with matte high-grip finish, heat processed for reduced stretch. English Braids’ traditional-look construction for halyards, sheets and control lines, 3mm to 10mm.
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24 Plait Matt
Spun polyester 24-plait rope with matte, high-grip finish. English Braids’ traditional-look braid for sailing sheets and theatre rigging, 6mm to 16mm.
View ProductEasy to Handle HandlingChemical Resistant ResistancesHeat Resistant ResistancesUV Resistant ResistancesEasily Spliced SplicingHeat Treated TreatmentsPre-Stretched TreatmentsHard Wearing WearNegative Buoyancy Weight
The "Stage Above the Stage": Precision Fly Systems
In professional theatre, the fly system (or counterbalance rigging system) is a complex network where reliability is paramount. We provide specialised lift lines and operating lines (hand lines) engineered to move heavy scenery, lighting battens, and performers with millimetre-accurate control.
Dyneema® Lift Lines: Replacing traditional steel cables, our Dyneema® lines offer a 7:1 strength-to-weight advantage, making them virtually invisible to the audience while providing the zero-water absorption and low-stretch performance required for “Peter Pan” style flight and heavy set changes.
Load-Out and Rigging Lines: For riggers working in the fly space (which can extend over 60 feet above the stage), our Tutus Static range serves as the essential load-out line. These EN 1891 Type A certified ropes provide the energy absorption and hardware compatibility required for safe technician movement and the rapid positioning of scenery.
Thermal Stability and High-Friction Rigging
Theatrical environments are uniquely challenging due to the intense heat generated by high-output stage lighting and the friction of rapid set changes. Standard synthetic ropes can glaze or fuse when positioned near spotlights or cycled at high speeds through pulleys (blocks).
To address these risks, we offer Technora® (Aramid) rigging cords. This specialized fibre maintains its structural integrity at temperatures exceeding 500°C, protecting the load-bearing core from the thermal degradation often encountered in “theatre magic” effects, such as falling chandeliers or high-speed automated sets. For manual rigging and traditional counterweight systems, our 3-Strand Matt and 8-Plait Matt lines provide the high-friction “hand” and classic black finish required to disappear into the wings.
Request a quote today for our tailored solutions to meet the unique challenges of your theatre and event needs.
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