Motion control systems manufacturer Kinesys hosted a highly successful training
event and open-house in its Lithia Springs, Georgia, USA facility, which was
attended by over 50 people connected to the world of rigging automation and its
application in the live entertainment industry.

The format included two days of technical and operator training on Kinesys
products, presented by David Martin (Head of Training – Kinesys USA), which
catered for a range of ability and experience levels. This was followed by two days
of general “open-house’ product awareness sessions for potential clients, existing
customers and associates.

The objective was to increase familiarisation with Kinesys’ capabilities, methodology
and interfaces, and to expand the pool of Kinesys-trained technicians in the United
States.

David Bond (Head of Sales – Kinesys USA), “We were extremely happy with the
response and turnout. For us, this was a great opportunity to offer hands-on
operational training and a chance to showcase the benefits and advantages of the
Kinesys design philosophy. Based on the response, it’s something we plan to do
more often’.

Attendees comprised a healthy mix of beginner, intermediate and experienced
freelancers, assorted rental suppliers and current Kinesys customers as well as
some potential new clients as well as representatives from chain hoist
manufacturers Columbus McKinnon Entertainment and Chain Master.

People travelled from various locations across the U.S. including Florida, Las Vegas
and Arizona to take advantage of the training week, and were joined by those more
locally based around the Atlanta area.

The curriculum covered a wide range of topics including electric motor theory,
general automation, programming and the scope of Kinesys Vector control software,
plus hands-on use of the Kinesys system elements with CM, Liftket, Pointman and
Stagemaker hoists.

Those interested in further training are encouraged to undertake the Kinesys
refresher courses, and private tuition. On-site training or custom syllabus courses
on all Kinesys systems can be arranged as required. The US facility has been set up
to mirror the training facility at Kinesys HQ and factory London, UK reflecting a
healthy growth in U.S markets.