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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
Lightweight, high-strength single braid Dyneema® SK75 with pre-stretched XPS variant for enhanced strength at reduced diameters.
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Dyneema DC78 / 78XPS
Lightweight, high-strength single braid Dyneema® SK78 with pre-stretched XPS variant for enhanced strength at reduced diameters and lower creep.
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Technaline
Technora® rope for high strength and heat resistance in critical environments
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Tutus Static
Our Leading Low-Stretch Rope, Certified to EN 1891 Type A – Trusted for Safety, Access, and Rescue
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Tutus Firex
High-Temperature en 1891 type a static rope for demanding rescue and access applications.
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3-Strand Matt
Traditional appearance with modern performance—ideal for classic rigging, mooring, and general use.
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8-Plait Matt
Soft-handling, traditional-style rope with excellent grip and control—ideal for dinghy sailing and general use.
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24 Plait Matt
Traditional matt-finish polyester rope for winching, lifting, and pulling applications.
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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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