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Space Needle Celebrates SAM’s Grand Reopening

PNTA Lights the Space Needle Again

PNTA recently enjoyed the privilege of once again coloring one of Washington’s most well-known architectural icons, the Space Needle, this time to promote the Grand Reopening of the downtown Seattle Art Museum. Our goal was to light the Space Needle blue and green to match the colors SAM used in its marketing materials. In achieving our goal, we had to address a few tall challenges—everything from the exterior conditions of a structure roughly 60 stories tall to the type of color filter used on the different types of existing fixtures that light this wonderful national landmark.

Our first challenge was to determine the Spectral Energy Distribution (SED) curve of the existing fixtures. This information was crucial for determining both the areas of the Space Needle that could be filtered either blue or green and the actual percentage of light transmission through the color filter. We decided that the metal halide fixtures would give us a great blue wash on the legs and underside of the saucer. We then determined that the florescent fixtures that illuminate the roof of the saucer would give a bright green light with the proper color filter.

After a great deal of prep work to pre-cut the color filters to fit each light, roll them up and package them for a smooth and safe execution, it was time to install. We harnessed up and headed out onto the halo of the saucer, the outermost part just underneath the observation deck of the Space Needle. The cool part about this step was talking to people on the observation deck who weren’t expecting to see anyone working on the edge of the needle. Also, the views were incredible, both the 360-degree panorama of the city and Elliott Bay and the breath-grabbing view as we looked down past our toes at the ground almost 600 feet below.

The installation went smoothly, and the desired effect looked stunning.

School Gym-Theatre Receives Sound, Lighting and Drapery

Open Window School Project

Recently we wrapped up a full sound, lighting, and drapery project at Open Window School in Issaquah. The project upgraded their combined gym-theatre with a new sound system, intelligent lighting system for the stage, and full drapery design and installation.

The sound system includes two small line array speakers. The system is controlled by menu-driven wall controllers which allow for easy use by students. They also provide an invaluable learning experience for the students. Additionally, the system allows use of an infrared remote in the house to control and cue sources.

The new lighting system includes 4 ETC Smartbars, 16 lighting fixtures, and a Strand 200 series console. The new lighting system will allow students and faculty to enhance their assemblies and performances, including dance and theatre.

The drapes supplied to the Open Window School make their new, unfurnished stage functional for performances. Onstage black masking drapes are suspended from two tracks so they are moveable the full width of the stage. The proscenium opening features a grand drape and valance in classic deep red stage velour. The most interesting challenge of the space was that the proscenium is not framed into the traditional rectangle but is open all the way to the gabled roof. The solution was to cover the upper part of the opening with a flat, neutral-color drape that resembles a wall, but is less expensive than literally building a suspended wall.

We were able to work closely with the electrician on this project to make sure that the whole installed system including the electrical work fit within the customer’s established budget.

New in our Event Services Department!

LED Candles from Enjoy Lighting

Enjoy Lighting’s True Flicker™ line of battery-powered candles are expertly crafted of 100% real wax. Beautifully elegant, they leave no soot or wax fumes behind, making them healthy for everyone. True Flicker wicks convincingly mimic the behavior of fire-burning candles.

• No Scent, White Color
• True Flicker Wick
• Realistic Flicker and Glow
• Uses 2 C Batteries (Not Included)
• On/Off Switch on Bottom

Flameless and wind-proof battery-powered candles are perfect near curtains and drapes or outside on your patio or deck. Now you can enjoy the ambiance of real candles at the flip of a switch without the hazard of fire.

These versatile and safe candles are an excellent addition to any show, event or special occasion. To add them to your next event, please contact Dave J. at (206) 622-7850, Ext 122.

Staff Changes at PNTA

We’re Eager to Help You!

We’ve had some exciting changes to our staff recently. Chrystian Shepperd, formerly one of the Counter Clerks, has moved over to our recently-renovated Online Store. As part of the new position Chrystian is constantly working on updating our webstore with new products and with photos of our existing online inventory of more than 3000 items. He has also created a blog with new product information and helpful tips. The blog is updated on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Check it out at http://pnta.blogspot.com.

We’d also like to welcome Josie Hankins as our new Rental Technician and Rachele Wirrick as our new Counter Sales and Rental Clerk.

Formerly of New Stage in Chicago, Josie spends her days testing, prepping, and wrangling our rental gear for fantastic customers like you!

A recent graduate of Seattle Pacific University, Rachele is thrilled to be part of the Counter Staff and loves helping our customers with all of their rental and purchase needs, big and small!

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