[SML] FOH hang and focus safety improvement needed

[billn at peak.org]

>>> Will $30,000 even pay for the engineer and the architect?
>>
>> I don't see
>> that an architect is necessary, unless one is needed to produce drawing.
>
>
> I would strongly suggest a drawing from a PE, if for no other reason
> than it's a good CYA move for the venue's owners & insurers.

I am sure that a PE will be necessary - I was just questioning the need for an
architect.

We own the building, but I doubt if any drawing exist. We did have a
structural engineer examine the building recently to make sure it is sound.
But I don't think he closely examined the wall strengths, just stated that the
existing ceiling beams would support flying our electrics.

Mounting tracks on the walls, which is starting to appear to be the best
choice, is another matter. The mobile catwalk will have to be pretty heavy to
be able to span that roughly 30 foot span.

Bill