Previously known as Art of Light which started out as a Rock n Roll lighting supplier in 1985, converting to set construction in 1999, In2Structures was realised by the partnership with Gearhouse in 2004. Preferring to specialize, the company transformed again to the design, manufacture and rental of custom structures and staging. Staging structures led to the early developments such as the Maxi
& Flat truss domes and finally the Combi and SupaDome venues. It was only after the first Flat truss Dome purchase by Cape Town’s Zip Zap circus in 2007 that the focus began to shift from rental to sales and a long term rental to Dubai. Due to a limited market locally and having to compete on price with Marquee rentals, sales of structures seemed more promising. However, the rental market promotes the development of systems (Entrances, foyers, finishes & transportation) as well as training riggers and maintenance personnel. In2structures is situated in Kew, Johannesburg, operating from 2,500 sq.m of workshops / office and an additional 1500 sq.m of warehousing. It has a permanent staff of 18 people and 24 freelancers. With the full complement of staff the company can produce a 10 bay Supadome within 12 -14 weeks, still supplying rentals locally as well as continued development. In most instances we sell used structures due to short purchaser deadlines. In the event of increased demand it would take about 4-6 weeks to mobilize additional space, machinery and staff to build 2 structures simultaneously. In the case of new structure development all engineering and analysis is verified by consulting structural engineers. Our modus operandi is to test build 3 arches of a new structure and apply a series of vertical load tests (Imposed loads) , as well as horizontal loads (simulated wind). These results are compared to the finite analysis supplied by the engineer and once certified , we continue with full production. When a structure enters service, a comprehensive installation / loading / assembly / maintenance manual is completed. All dome parts have a serial numbers for easy tracking. Over the past years with a host of improvements to the new designs we understand the specific market requirements. The Maxi Dome 28 m wide and the Combi Dome 20 m wide are to be discontinued (sold) to be replaced by the Midi light 16 m wide and Maxi light 24 m wide which are aimed at the small to medium conference / banquets / wedding markets. These 2 structures will compete directly with marquee’s, by offering the safety, height and load capacity of dome venues at a comparative price. This is tailored more to the African and particularly the SA rental market. These could also be used as support structures around the larger venues. We will retain the Supadome 36 m as our “flagship Venue” until completion of the 50 m wide venue called the Megadome. The larger structures receive the most interest when discussed in Europe, America and Asia. Made to order , the Megadome would take no longer than 6 months to complete including a full test build for viewing and be ready for shipping. In2structures consider all related services such as site layout of kitchens, ablutions, tensile surround structures, landscaping and parking facilities in conjunction with the client’s architects or directly. We also advise or partner with their local suppliers regarding installation of air conditioning, working / safety lights and emergency signage internally. The final 4 domes will be available with either traditional rounded dome ends , tapered ends or flat ends with cantilever options. The dome ends also convert to excellent staging structures for festivals and tours. An example of the Megadome 50 using 3 bays (18 m deep) with vertical backwall fits into just 3 x 40 ft containers and can be assembled in under 24 hours in a stadium. In2structures offer a comprehensive after sales service with on site training for build up / breakdown and maintenance. Where a structure is ordered for touring purposes it will be delivered with stillages and packaging to promote easy truck loading and minimize handling of parts.
