News

New Investment in EXE Rise D8+ Hoists as IPS Expands its Inventory

IPS has expanded their inventory of EXE Technology hoists with further investment in EXE Rise D8+ with an additional x40 1000Kg and x12 2000Kg double fall chain hoists, considerably expanding their EXE rental stock.

James Eade and A4I UK Deliver Another Successful Rigging Power Systems Course

The much-anticipated James Eade ‘Rigging Power Systems’ training course, in partnership with EXE Technology, returned mid-October, leaving participants inspired and empowered with new skills to tackle rigging challenges in today’s demanding live entertainment sector.

EXE Technology Takes the Iconic National Theatre, London to New Heights

Global leader in innovative stage technology EXE TECHNOLOGY is excited to announce the latest investment from The National Theatre, London.

Area Four Direct UK Enjoys a Successful PLASA 2024

The Area Four Direct UK (A4IUK) team enjoyed a busy, productive and successful PLASA (Professional Lighting & Sound Association) Show 2024, which returned to the Grand Hall, Olympia, London from 1^st – 3^rd September

James Eade and EXE Technology - 2 Day ‘Rigging Power Systems’ Course

A4IUK recognise the importance of safe electrical systems in the entertainment lifting industry.  That is why we have developed the Rigging Power Systems Course together with James Eade.  The two day course covers all a Rigging Supervisor needs to know about electrical safety and lifting equipment. 
 

MILOS and Motorbikes with Henley Theatre Services at the ABR Festival 2024!

The stunning backdrop of the historic Ragley Hall in Warwickshire once again played host to the Adventure Bike Rider (ABR) Festival 2024, the UK’s biggest motorcycle festival returning to the estate for its fifth year.

PLASA London 2024

Join the Area Four Industries team at PLASA London 2024 on Stand J20 to learn more about our brand portfolio at the UK’s leading trade event for live entertainment technology.  Running from 1^st – 3^rd September at Olympia London

MILOS supports the ‘Global Stage’ at Hay Festival Hay-on-Wye 2024 with Stage Sound Services

The annual legendary Hay Festival Hay-on-Wye returned from 23^rd  May – 2^nd  June to the picturesque town in Powys, Wales attracting over 250K visitors.

Sussex Events kicks off the Festival Season with MILOS MR2K

Event production company, Sussex Events kicked off the festival season in style with their new MILOS MR2K 12 x 10 Roof System and Layher Event Deck System...

MILOS Steel Towers

Discover the Power and Reliability of Our Steel Towers! MILOS steel towers offer unparalleled strength, stability, and load capacity for your most demanding projects.

Neg Earth Lights Deepens Investment in Their EXE TECHNOLOGY Chain Hoist Fleet

Leading independent lighting and rigging equipment specialist, Neg Earth Lights has considerably expanded its extensive EXE TECHNOLOGY ...

IPS Expand EXE Rise D8+ Hoist Rental Fleet

Industry leading trade hire supplier to the events and production sector - IPS based in Milton Keynes, have taken delivery x60 1000kg and x40 500kg EXE Rise D8+ chain hoists adding to their growing inventory of EXE TECHNOLOGY systems.
 

A4I Rigger’s magazine 2024

The 2024 edition of the A4I Rigger’s magazine has been released!

PLASA Leeds, UK

Visit us at PLASA Leeds  14-15 May, 2024 at The Royal Armouries, Leeds, LS10 -1LT

Roadrunner Rigging and LITEC Support TV Show Gladiators

Gladiators’ returned to TV screens at the start of 2024 in a re-vamped version of the popular family entertainment programme ...

TSL Lighting makes further investment in EXE Technology hoists

The first UK rental house to stock EXE Rise D8+ 2000kg Single Chain Fall units elevating industry standards. 

Visit us at P&S 2024

Are you ready for this year's Prolight+Sound?

A4I UK appoints new Head of Marketing

Area Four Industries UK expands its team with the appointment of Theresa Gibson

Join us at the PLASAShow

Join us at the PLASA Show on 3rd to 5th September at Olympia, London.

A4I Magazine 2023

Don’t miss out on the latest edition of our annual A4I magazine!

MILOS MT-ICON-PA

MILOS MT-ICON PA is a practical and durable solution you will appreciate whenever you need to hang speakers and be heard at your event.

Small and Medium Roofs

Looking for a small roof for your concert, party or social event?

MILOS Steel Tower S-MT-Q

Want to reach for the heights and at the same time rely on massive loading capacity and stability?

Milos Circles and Curved Trusses

Milos. Works Better. Young, efficient and flexible. Explore Milos’s broad range of circles and curved trusses.

M1200 - New RTR Truss

Looking for new constructions designed to meet the requirements of the largest aluminium roofs?

Hanging Corner M290

No Tools? No Problem! Hanging Corner M290 

Ultra- High-Strength Steel

Ultra- High-Strength Steel That Takes Loading To The EXTREME!

PLASA Show London 2022

Visit Us at PLASA Show - Stand J20

Delta plate and Gravity bar

Milos Delta plate and Gravity bar- Milos rigging accessory...

MILOS T and H frames

MILOS T and H frames give you extended flexibility when mounting your lighting fixtures, creating almost limitless possibilities for the positioning and angling of your lighting pathways.

MILOS Cell Clamps

A wide range of Milos Cell Clamps are currently available and are fully compatible with tubes of a diameter of 32-35 mm, 48-51mm, and 60-63 mm.

MILOS Crowd Barriers

Crowd Barriers have a very wide application for all events where it is necessary to control, restrict entry, or direct any crowd towards a specific area.

Xstage S10

The customers favorite S10 deck from Xstage provide top staging performance...

Area Four Industries Magazine: Issue 2022

Explore the whole world of Area Four Industries within the pages of the latest edition of our annual A4I magazine.

MR0 No Guy Wires Saddle Roofs.

We have got your small and medium-sized events covered with our MILOS Roofs.

Plasa Focus Leeds

Thank you for your visit at Plasa Focus.

Matthew Millward joins Area Four Industries UK

 Area Four Industries UK continues to expand its operations with the appointment of Matthew Millward as Head of Automation

S10 Xstage deck

The S10 deck from Xstage delivers top staging performance perfect for any size of live events

Patrick Lockwood joins Area Four Industries UK as Head of Technical

Area Four Industries UK is proud to announce the appointment of Patrick Lockwood as Head of Technical.

Send It – Rock ‘n’ Roll Baskets

In the next A4I.tv video explaining terminologies and rigging best practices, Siobhan Colleen focuses on ‘Send It’ baskets – an expression used to describe the procedure of sending objects to the upper rigger.

MR0 NGW - No Guy Wire Roofs

The new spring season is fast approaching, and the MILOS team is here to assist you with whatever you need to be fully prepared at busy time of the year.

Build A Bridle : Wire Rope Drops

In her latest video detailing rigging terminologies and best practices, Siobhan Colleen takes a close look at Building a Bridle (Wire Rope Drop).

EXE DST television premiere on Giovanni Zarrella show

EXE DST 52 - Dynamic Stack Track, a universally applicable modular tracking system, from EXE Technology celebrates its German TV premiere.

Building a Bridle - Deck Chain

In the next in our continuing series focusing on rigging techniques and terminology, Siobhan Colleen takes a close look at the correct way to use a full deck chain when building a bridle with five active links.
 

Building Bridle Baskets And Split 15 Baskets

Split 15 and Bridle Baskets are an important tool in any rigger’s armoury. In the next set of videos  Siobhan Colleen demonstrates the techniques... 

MILOS Aluminium Big Trusses

MILOS Aluminium Big Trusses are designed to meet the strictest criteria and safety requirements for the construction of outdoor stages, concert stages, and other large-scale projects. 
 

A4I.tv - Rock ‘n’ Roll Basket

Continuing our series of videos detailing effective and safe rigging techniques...

Small & Medium Truss

MILOS offers a wide range of products and structural solutions with the flexibility to change and adapt to any required environment....

Explore the possibilities of supporting lights, sound and movie!

The season of indoor events has arrived, and whatever the size of your gig you will definitely need support for your lights, speakers, LCD screen...

Live Webinar. Register Today!

Technical planning of a video wall

MILOS Circles and Ellipses

Circles and ellipses are available for all types of MILOS trusses and are one of our most popular products...

PLASA Show 2021

It’s PLASA time again and looking forward to an extra special show...

MR0 NGW - No Guy Wire Roofs

The new MILOS (6x5, 8x6)  MR0 No Guy Wires  Saddle Roofs are designed for small to medium-sized event

Hanging Plate

Designed and produced in MILOS’ state-of-the-art factories, the HANGING PLATE combines cutting-edge technology with all the safety features associated with the MILOS product range.
 

S-LSG-QTQT - LED Steel Towers

Steel LED Tower provides extreme loading capacity for safely flying your large LED screens without the need for guy wires.
 

MILOS LED Screen Support Structures

Event life without LED Screens is a distant memory for a dynamic audience experience

MILOS Rigging & PA Towers

MILOS Rigging & PA Towers are the safest solution to support your LED walls
 

MILOS Lighting Creativity

Are you thinking about a variable lighting solution for your events?

Modular Crowd Barrier System

MILOS Crowd Barriers have a very wide application for all events where it is necessary to define, restrict entry, or direct any crowd towards a specific area.
 

Xstage S1-Variable Height

The Xstage S1 is the perfect solution for all temporary installations and small to mid-sized live events.
 

NEW MILOS Cell Clamps Catalogue

We are very pleased to announce the further expansion of our product catalogues, the MILOS Cell Clamps Catalogue.

T-Bar, solution for your lighting!

Enjoy complete lighting freedom with our T-Bar attachment. The T-Bar allows for lifting your light fixtures up to 6.5 m (21.33 feet) with a Mobiltechlifts ML2 lift, thereby releasing the limitations imposed by support structures as a lighting fixture hanging point.
 

MILOS M290 Short Truss Section

The redesigned MILOS M290 Short Truss has been designed and manufactured to ensure that load capacity and strength is equivalent to straight truss modules.

New MILOS Cell Clamps

We are expanding the range of our MILOS cell clamps to make the construction of your projects easier, faster and safer.

MILOS Colour Connectors

At MILOS, we are constantly coming up with something new that makes every riggers work easier, faster, and safer.

Happy Holidays from Area Four Industries offices.

With the end of 2020 approaching and hopefully, the very difficult period of the Covid-19 epidemic, we would like to sincerely thank each and every one of our customers for remaining loyal to A4I products and services.

Laser Marking

Milos products are now even better branded than they were in the past.

Xstage S10 Deck: Production Day

Meet the exciting Xstage S10 deck.

Speaker Stand Plate

Weighing just 1.99 kg, the Milos Speaker Stand Plate has been specifically designed for mounting speakers safely and securely to truss ends, and features a 35mm spigot to fit any standard speaker connection.

Quality Management of Metallurgical Material Supplies

QR code scanning is another safeguard in guaranteeing the high quality of MILOS structures, and provides a comprehensive visual account of the metallurgical materials supplied by our reputable suppliers.

Xstage S9

The Xstage S9 provides a high-loading capacity for a wide range of events.

Ramps. The Perfect Solution for both Light- And Heavy-Weight Usage

Milos offers a range of non-slip ramps for both indoor and outdoor use, including Folding and Telescopic mechanisms for easy transport and reduced storage space.

Event Engineering across the Atlantic - Free Webinar

Starting with the use of products from all over the world, to shows and events that tour continents, and culminating with multinational planning teams, the Event Industry is increasingly becoming more and more internationally focused.

Xstage Adjustable Stairs – Up On Stage!

Xstage aluminium adjustable stairs offer you a safe and convenient solution for accessing all S1, S8, S9 and S10 stages.

Inspecting A Connecting Weld

In order to guarantee the very highest quality of Milos welded products, we take the greatest care to test our products to optimize safe usage.

Go, Create, With MILOS Furniture and DJ Kits.

Sleek, modern, clean lines combined with the multi-functionality and durability of aluminium, MILOS DJ Kits and Furniture

Xtruss Accessories

Xtruss accessories considerably extend the scope and use of traditional trusses.

Xstage S10 - Ready To Roll

Despite these challenging times, A4I would like to reassure customers that the present stock of Xstage S10 Stages mean prompt delivery is still guaranteed.

Truss-Dolly

The innovative universal design and placement of durable rubber holders on the truss carrier allows it to hold both quatro and trio formats of the M290 and M390 series truss.

Recording of Temporary Outdoor LED Screen Structures Webinar is now available

Enormous interest was shown in Norbert Tripp's live webinar from both the European and American markets.

MILOS Certifications

At MILOS, our primary goal is to simply produce the highest quality truss and staging products that are superbly made, durable, and most importantly, SAFE.

Why Circles and Circular Segments from MILOS?

Many riggers have almost certainly encountered circular structure products on the market, which although they have the same radius and are of the same specification, do not always fit together exactly.

Hang it! Whenever and wherever you want.

Milos cell clamps are available in three sizes and are compatible with tubes of a diameter of 48-51mm, 32-35 mm and 60-63 mm.

XStage – Solid Ground…. Raised

Xstage is a line of portable, modular stages made from high quality, extruded aluminium.

Lifting safety & durability to new heights

Safety is always our first concern when designing and manufacturing our ML2, ML3 and ML4 lifts.

MILOS LED Screen Support Structures

Easy And Safe Suspension – A Great Visual Experience.

Last chance to attend the live webinar by Norbert Tripp

Enormous interest was shown in Norbert Tripp's live webinar from both the European and American markets.

Area Four Industries Opens Three New Direct companies

The growth of the Area Four Industries group is unstoppable.


 

MILOS Summer Holidays

We would like to inform you that MILOS headquarters and factory will be closed from 20 – 31 July 2020 for our annual summer holidays.

The M100: Connecting the World

MILOS is delighted to introduce the MILOS Modular Single Tube M100.

Powder Coating Adhesion Grid Test

It is unfortunately not unusual to see well-crafted structures disfigured by badly applied and peeling paint.

Temporary Outdoor LED Screen Structures – FREE LIVE WEBINAR – Wednesday, 17th of June, 2020.

The Corona Virus pandemic, and the associated restrictions on personal contact, have led to drive-in theatres becoming increasingly popular throughout the world.

Milos, Safely Transporting Base Plates

Milos cares for its customers.

Truss inspection

It is of the utmost importance to thoroughly inspect your trusses and other structures regularly.

MILOS Armor Cart

Transporting damp and heavy hoists from venue to venue has long been a thorn in the side of every rigger.

We are ready like never before.

Although this period has been exceptionally difficult for everyone involved in our industry, MILOS can reassure you that we are as busy as ever.

MILOS Hanging Plate QTB

Designed and produced in MILOS’ state-of-the-art factories, the MILOS Hanging Plate QTB combines cutting-edge technology with all the safety features associated with the MILOS product range.

Get Creative With MILOS Self-Standing Lighting Frames

Get creative with MILOS. Explore a whole new world of lighting possibilities with the latest modular lighting bars and grid frames produced in our state-of-the-art factories.

New Angles In Creative Lighting

Looking for a hinge combining flexibility with high-strength, reliability, and the most recent innovations in safety and convenience?

Milos Lights Up The Venue

Wherever the venue, whatever the event, hanging an LED screen in the truss’ centre of gravity is absolutely crucial.

Postponement Of the 2020 Milos Product Academy

In view of the current situation regarding the COVID-19 virus in the Czech Republic, we regretfully announce the postponement of the 2020 Milos Product Academy.

Eric Laanstra – New member of Rigging Commandos

A4I.tv is delighted to announce that Eric Laanstra is the latest expert to join the renowned Rigging Commandos, a group of specialists who present the very latest developments happening in the industry.

Milos Reaches For The Stars

Soaring into the skies almost as far as the eye can see, the stunning, super-strong S-MT-Q-Steel Truss Tower is the latest production from the renowned Milos state-of-the-art factories to take the construction market by storm.

Mobiltechifts ML3 hangs your line arrays high

Elevate your line arrays up to 5.6m (18.5’) with the Mobiltechlifts ML3 lift.

TOMCAT NEMESIS - Bringing a prerig touring monster to life

Nemesis. The name was a natural choice after its unique design, which is based on the popular 14”x24” (355mm x 609mm) TOMCAT touring truss profile, was brought to life by engineers deep in the bowels of TOMCAT’s Knoxville, Tennessee factory.

Xstage Guard Rails ensure stage edge safety

Increase the safety of your S8, S9 and S10 Xstage stage decks by providing an extra layer of protection where you need it most - at the edges!

MILOS T & H Frames open new doors in creative lighting

MILOS give you the keys to enter a new world of creative lighting possibilities with their modular lighting bars & grid frames!

Liberators of Trussing Knowledge, Ensurers of Rigging Safety

Introducing the Rigging Commandos, an elite rigging & trussing team that Area Four Industries have put together to achieve one of their core pillars and mission goals – elevate event engineering & safety practices in the entertainment industry through continuous education programs.

Take your performances “to the edge”…safely

Ensure the safety of performers who sit in chairs on your Xstage decks with Chairstop.

Living up to their name in India

Men At Work Stagecraft Management Pvt. Ltd. (www.mawstagecraft.com) are a well-known and highly respected staging and rigging company in India.

The North is heard at Rigger’s Voice 2020

The 2020 edition of Rigger’s Voice turned its ear to voices from the North, as extremely experienced riggers and production professionals from Scandinavia travelled to Area Four Industries Headquarters in Roudnice nad Labem, Czech Republic for this annual, elite conference.

Breathing life into “extreme bike riding at height”

MILOS recently lived up to the Area Four Industries catch phrase “You Know What. We Know How.” with the design, static calculation and delivery of MILOS truss products for a unique, “high wire bike” climbing course for their client “On The Ropes”

Entec is proudly welcomed to the EXE family

Area Four Industries Direct UK is very proud to welcome one of the UK’s most experienced and respected entertainment industry suppliers to the EXE Technology family - Entec Sound & Light (www.enteclive.com).

EXE TECHNOLOGY releases their 2020 catalogue!

EXE TECHNOLOGY, which is currently the most desired automation range for Entertainment/Theatrical markets across the world, is pleased to announce the release of their 2020 catalo

Mobiltechlifts ML2 - Small footprint, Large capacity

Don’t let the size of the ML2 fool you.

A4I.tv Video Release - Witness the LITEC PR60 REVOLUTION!

LITEC has just released a new, dynamic video on A4i.tv that shows its PR60 Revolution truss in action.

EXE Technology Holds Its First Ever Training in Germany

History was made on 22. – 23.1 when The Area Four Industries Direct Germany office organized the first ever EXE Technology training session in Germany.

Join us at our first ISE Show!

We would like to invite you to visit us in Stand 5-T145 at the 2020 ISE Show, which marks our first attendance at this important exhibition.

2020 Rigger’s Voice Conference at full capacity

The annual Area Four Industries “Rigger’s Voice” Conference that will be held on Feb. 11th and 12th at Area Four Industries Headquarters in Roudnice nad Labem, Czechia is fully booked, locked and loaded!
 

Broadway’s Choice for Side Lighting

TOMCAT’s Dance Tower is the professionals’ choice on Broadway, Off-Broadway and for other leading live events around the world for the side lighting of their performers on stage.

MILOS Roofs - Safe, Strong, Sturdy

MILOS temporary aluminium roofs provide the safety, strength, and user-friendliness you require for your small to large (up to 28 m spans) outdoor events.

Mobiltechlifts’ T-Bar sets your lighting free!

Enjoy complete lighting freedom with the T-Bar attachment from Mobiltechlifts.

SuperSize your events with JTE SuperTruss

JTE SuperTruss has been specially designed for the higher loading with reduced space demands required by the touring industry.

Portable Hoist Support

The Wayne MacGregor Autobiography Show in Hong Kong has received more than 30 pieces of custom designed MILOS hoist frames for use above their mother grid.

33 kg + 750kg/m2 = S10

Xstage S10 stage decks add up to a great choice with their newly designed, lightweight extruded aluminium profile that helps reduce the overall weight of the deck to only 33kg, while maintaining a high loading capacity of 750kg/m2!
 

MILOS truss takes on a strong supporting role

The extensive range of MILOS truss supports just about anything – lights, sound equipment, LED screens, glass, wood, textile, etc.

JTE sets the standard for “General Purpose”

Even after 40 years on the market, the legendary General Purpose (GP) truss series from our JTE brand is still one of the world’s most popular multi-purpose systems.

Happy Holidays from Area Four Industries

As 2019 comes to an end, we wish to express our sincere appreciation for your continued support.

A4i.tv Video Release - Spotlight on Roundslings

Join professional Rigging Advisor, Eric Porter, in a back to basics video that focuses on the well-known and well-loved Roundsling.

Taking roof loading capacity to the MAX!

Arm yourself with a roof that provides the super extreme loading capacities demanded by today’s leading live performances.

Convenient stage deck transport

The high quality, all-aluminium Xstage transport cart allows for the trouble-free movement of up to ten of your Xstage stage decks from storage to event and back again.

Anodising vs. Powder Coating – What’s the difference?

The finishes on MILOS aluminium products come in four categories - natural, painted, anodised and powder coated.

A4i.tv Video Release – Eric Porter Tackles Shackles

In the newest back-to-basics video release on A4i.tv, Eric Porter tackles the main information you need to know about shackles in less than two minutes.

LiteCAD Evolution now in French!

We’re happy to announce the new LiteCAD Evolution CAD Truss Structure Configurator from our LITEC brand is now available in the French language!

MADE FOR STAGE receives “Specialist” Status

We have just given MADE FOR STAGE “Specialist” status in Ireland for our MILOS, Xstage and EXE Technology brands.

Stocked up on Xstage S10 Stage Decks

The production line of our Xstage brand have been working overtime to build up stock of their extremely popular S10 stage decks and now is the time to place your order for units that are ready for immediate shipment!

Strong corners, Expanded versatility, Interesting angles

Conical truss Multicubes from our JTE brand have been designed to increase the strength of your truss structure corners, while offering six different truss connection points with integrated location holes for expanding your structure’s versatility.

Support for the largest and heaviest LED screens

The Steel Truss LED Screen Gate from MILOS provides the extreme heavy-duty loading you require for the largest and heaviest LED displays used in today’s leading live events.

Area Four Industries to have a landmark show at LDI!

This year’s LDI show in Las Vegas will be really special for our portfolio of brands and we’re looking forward to seeing you there!

Discover the LiteCAD Evolution CAD Truss Structure Configurator

LiteCAD Evolution is a dedicated cloud-based truss configuration software with intuitive Drag & Drop architecture.

Mobiltechlifts ML2 safely lifts your truss spans up to 6.5 metres!

The Mobiltechlifts ML2 range offers you a wide palette of useful features.

Second Successful Session of MILOS Product Academy

For a second time this year, the two-day MILOS Product Academy was held at the MILOS headquarters and factory in Roudnice nad Labem, Czech Republic.

Gifts from “The Greatest”

October 30th is the 45th anniversary of “The Rumble in the Jungle”, a boxing match between Muhammad Ali (nicknamed “The Greatest”) and George Foreman, which had an estimated television viewing audience of one billion.

Convenient transport & storage of lights…and more

Give your light fixtures and other items a home in the new Meat Rack from our MILOS brand.

Mobiltechlifts Lifts - Certified Safety

Safety is always the first concern of our Mobiltechlifts brand when designing and manufacturing their ML2, ML3 and ML4 lifts.

Hexagrip or Black Painted Top? The Choice is Yours!

Due to popular demand by Xstage customers, the new Xstage S10 stage deck tops are now available in two surface finishes – Hexagrip or Black Paint.

A4i.tv Video Release - Getting Social with Rigging

A4i.tv has just released a new video about the current state of rigging posts on social media

Impressive Strength for Demanding Events

MILOS Steel PA Towers provide unbelievably large loading capacities for flying PA Systems at your monstrous events.

Time to change channel to Area Four Industries

In a world of uncertain times, and the worrying thought that those you’ve relied on in the past may not be here tomorrow, Area Four Industries' A4i.tv remains on the air with more than 100 educational, technical and product-oriented videos online, and many more coming soon. A4i.tv provides you with trussing and rigging fuel that keeps you smart and ahead of the curve.

JT30 DUO and TRIO Truss support your needs

The duo and trio truss formats in James Thomas Engineering’s JT30 conical connection series answer a range of support structure needs that require light to medium loading capacities.

[LITE]COM relies on DST for their scenic movement

The German-based rigging company [LITE]COM, which has its roots in Denmark, has invested in the new Dynamic Stack Track System (DST) from our EXE Technology brand.

MILOS helps expand your lighting creativity

Unleash your lighting creativity, and kick your next live show into overdrive, with the latest range of modular lighting bars & grid frames from MILOS. Designed to provide maximum flexibility when mounting your fixtures, connect quickly and securely to main truss grids via our CELL Clamps or suspension cables.
 

DST moves Subsonica

Be the first to watch the new video release on A4i.tv that documents the thrilling use of EXE Technology’s DST System

MILOS Delivers Steel Truss Magic at UNTOLD

Massive. Majestic. Magical. Three words of many that can be used to describe one of the premiere music festivals in the world – UNTOLD! Held in the city of Cluj, Romania.

Thanks for visiting us at PLASA Show 2019

Thanks goes out to everyone who visited us at this year’s PLASA Show in London.

EXTREME Support with MILOS Ultra High-Strength Steel Truss

For more than 25 years, our MILOS brand has produced high quality aluminium truss for some of the world’s leading live event production companies.

A4i.tv Video Release – Xstage S10 Advanced Design Stage Deck

Our Xstage brand has just released a video on A4i.tv that puts the spotlight on its new, advanced design stage deck – the S10! 

Meet JTE’s heavy-duty quatro truss team – JT30H and JT40H!

The JT30H and JT40H quatro truss ranges from our JTE brand satisfy a wide spectrum of heavy-duty and super heavy-duty support structure needs. 

Mobiltechlifts ML3 - Lifting and Supporting Your Line Arrays

The ML3 from our Mobiltechlifts brand provides superior lifting strength in a small footprint when elevating your line arrays for wide dispersion and coverage during live events. 

Norbert Tripp Presents at PLASA

“Temporary Outdoor LED Screen Structures”

Let’s Meet at PLASA

It’s PLASA time again and we’re looking forward to another great show from 15 – 17 September at the Olympia London.

20,000+ industry professionals show their appreciation for A4i.tv

After launching the world’s first online trussing and rigging video portal in 2018, A4i.tv now has more than 20,000 industry professionals from across the globe tuning in to discover its ever-increasing informative and entertaining videos.

A4i.tv Video Release - Going LARGE with EXE RISE!

Adam Beaumont (UK - EXE Technology Brand Manager) is back again in the newest video release on A4i.tv and he is going LARGE!

Mobiltechlifts ML4 lifts your heaviest loads

The ML4 from our Mobiltechlifts brand is your "extra duty” lifting partner that packs 270 kg (596 lbs) of loading capacity into 6.5 m (21.3’).

MILOS Corner Brace HD - The guy wire EXECUTIONER!

The latest video release on A4i.tv exposes the dark side of MILOS innovation.

Xstage S10

Our Xstage brand is continuing to build up its stock of S10 stage decks to satisfy increasing demand for its strong but lightweight design!

JTE Quatro (4CF30) Truss – Medium-duty conical solution

The QUATRO (4CF30) aluminium truss from our JTE brand is the right choice for your medium-duty structural requirements.

A4i.tv Video Release - EXE RISE Medium Frame Hoist

Click on the link below to see the latest video from EXE Technology, where Adam Beaumont   

New MILOS Armor Cart video released on A4i.tv

Check out the new video release on A4i.tv that puts the new MILOS Armor Cart in the spotlight!

Learn why the MILOS Ultimate Hinge deserves the name ULTIMATE!

Watch the latest video release on A4i.tv about the ULTIMATE in truss hinges – the new ULTIMATE HINGE from MILOS!

Mobiltechlifts ML2 delivers compact lifting strength

Discover heavy lifting capacity in a small footprint with the ML2 range from our Mobiltechlifts brand. 

ZIG-ZAG - TOMCAT’s unique folding pre-rig truss concept

Zig-Zag truss from TOMCAT combines the advantages of Pre-Rigged Truss - speedy load-in/load-out and efficient truck packing – with a hinging spigot design for easy folding of the truss system for efficient storage/travel and trouble-free unfolding via vertical lift and pinning applications.

Continuing focus on conical in EMEA

The efforts of our JTE Europe brand in 2019 and beyond will continue to be on their affordable conical truss line for the EMEA region.

EXE Technology and Xstage impress at Stage Set Scenery

The EXE Technology and Xstage brands had a successful first outing at the Stage Set Scenery Show in Berlin last week.

TOMCAT’s Lighting Pod allows for larger and more flexible “Walls of Light”

The Lighting Pod from TOMCAT expands the flexibility and scale of your walls of light compared to traditional truss profiles.

Xstage S10 – Lightweight stage deck that maintains impressive loading

The new S10 stage deck from our Xstage brand is a top performer for small to large events.

A4i.tv Video Release - Getting to know the EXE Rise hoist range

In the newest video release on A4i.tv, Adam Beaumont (EXE Technology Brand Manager) introduces you to the popular EXE Rise electric hoist range.
 

Demystifying TIG and MIG welding

Today we’re going to pull back the curtain and reveal the inner workings of the well-known welding methods TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) and MIG (Metal Inert Gas), both of which are used at the MILOS factory.

Increased strength for MILOS M290 short truss segments

Our MILOS brand has just introduced a redesign of short truss segments in their M290 range, which incorporates thicker bracing tubes.

MILOS keeps your roof canopies stretched TIGHT!

Say goodbye to pesky water pooling and canopy flapping in the wind.

Milos Summer Holidays

We would like to inform you that MILOS headquarters and factory will be closed from 15 – 28 July for our annual summer holidays.

A stage deck for every need

Our decks are the professionals’ choice for creating portable, modular, professional grade stages.

Visit EXE Technology and Xstage at Stage Set Scenery in Berlin

Come see EXE Technology and Xstage in Hall 21 Stand 111 for their very first appearance at the Stage Set Scenery show in Berlin from 18 – 20 June.

Safe and Secure Hoist Transport

Introducing the Armor Cart, a new hoist utility vehicle that provides safe and convenient transport and storage for up to four of your hoists.

Understanding the Conical Connector Video Release

We’ve just released the second video in our truss connection systems series on A4i.tv, where Dipl-Ing. Norbert Tripp

MILOS Steel Truss Now in Denmark

Popularity of the MILOS steel truss line is expanding throughout Europe!

MILOS Product Academy held in Czech and China

The MILOS Product Academy experienced another two successful editions this year in both the Czech Republic and China.

Enter our world with A4 Magazine

Your entrance to the world of MILOS and Area Four Industries is within the pages of the annual A4

Understanding the Beaufort scale

A brand new video has just been released on A4i.tv about the Beaufort scale - a well-known wind measurement system but not well understood.

Inspiration by Leonardo da Vinci

The month of May marks 500 years since the death of genius and Renaissance man Leonardo da Vinci.

A4i.tv video release on spigot connectors

A4i.tv has just released the first video of a four part series on truss connection systems.

Quick roof construction, Increased stage access

The MILOS Corner Brace HD is a new, advanced roof corner reinforcement concept that eliminates the need for guy wires

Visit us at PLASA Leeds

We’re ramping up for the PLASA Leeds show once again this year

Deconstructing the Structural Report

In the newest technical video release on A4i.tv, Area Four Industries Technical Director Dipl-Ing. Norbert Tripp takes you on a journey to discover all that goes into creating Structural Reports.

Versatile transport and storage of light fixtures

The new Meat Rack from MILOS gives you a convenient transport and storage solution for your light

Live Product Presentations at Prolight + Sound

Visit the largest ever Area Four Industries stand at this year’s Prolight + Sound exhibition (Hall 12.0, Stand E65)...

Exclusive Look Inside The Rigger’s Voice Forum

Area Four Industries has just released a new video that takes you inside their annual Rigger’s Voice forum,...

A4i.tv releases two new videos from Norbert Tripp

Join us on our on-going educational journey through the wonderful world of trussing and rigging...

Increase your product, trussing and structural knowledge

Equip yourself, the members of your sales team, your customers, and/or your business partners with a deeper knowledge of MILOS...

LITEC MyT Folding Steroid Roof System dominates in Naples

We’ve just released a new video dedicated to our MyT Folding Steroid Roof System...

EXE Technology wraps up a 40-city workshop tour in Hong Kong

The EXE Technology training team had an extremely busy 2018, holding electric hoist training workshops

Full Dome Projection System using MILOS truss

We’ve just finished a massive, custom-designed, truss circle (22 meter diameter!)...

MILOS Steel Truss wins Gold Star Product Award

The new steel truss line from MILOS won a Gold Star Award for ...

Tighter and more rattle-free connections

We’ve added a new rubber bushing to our M8 threaded truss pin, which reduces the risk ...

World Debut of MILOS Steel Truss Towers in windy Berlin

Despite strong gusts of wind in cold and rainy weather conditions, around 600,000 people from Germany...

MILOS flexes its ninja muscles in Helsinki

MILOS recently provided a rectangular structure for a Ninja Adventure course...

MILOS and Xstage in Prague

MILOS and Xstage were invited by their Czech customer, LightNeq, to a workshop ...

Thriving on the most challenging projects

Demand from customers across Europe is ever increasing for more sophisticated structures ...
 

NEW 3D DWG Libraries release for MILOS systems

We are pleased to announce the release of our latest 3D component libraries...

Come see us at LDI!

Visit Area Four Industries Booth #2127 at this year’s LDI show

Light, strong and fully connectable

The new S10 deck from Xstage is your lightweight choice in top staging performance ...

A4I.tv releases a new educational video series with Eric Porter

Area Four Industries mentors four of the world’s largest truss...

Area Four Industries UK @ PLASA 2018

Area Four Industries UK sales team look forward to welcoming you at this year’s PLASA Show...

You know what. We SHOW you how!

Today Area Four Industries launches the world’s first trussing and rigging internet TV channel ...

FTH40 + FTH52 Flyintowers Raising your sound to new heights

In order to offer a load capacity range from 300kg to 2000 kg, LITEC has increased its current range

LITEC strengthens its export sales force

LITEC is proud to welcome its new Export Sales Manager, Jan Cernota, to its growing international sales team...

Louis Teo - Sales Director APAC of LITEC

To augment the growth of LITEC around the world, Louis Teo has been appointed Sales Director for the Asia Pacific region...

MILOS Product Academy in China

MILOS held their annual Product Academy in May at Milos (Guangzhou) Ltd.,...

Discover more with A4!

A4 magazine is an annual publication from Area Four Industries that features revealing interviews with key employees from the group ...

MILOS Product Academy 2018

MILOS held another successful Product Academy last month at the MILOS headquarters and factory in Roudnice nad Labem, Czech Republic...

A double victory for LITEC in Rimini

We wish to thank all of the customers and visitors who came to see us at this year’s Music Inside Rimini (MiR) exhibition. Reactions to our new heavy-duty MyT Virtue truss...

Tomcat - new stock on the west coast

If you’re located on or near the west coast, or western Canada, you can now consider TOMCAT and JTE your next door neighbors! Yep, TOMCAT and JTE have just established...

Unveiling the Truth Behind Truss

Norbert Tripp completely exposed the secrets of truss and its inner workings at the LLB Expo (Ljud Ljus Bild) in Stockholm, Sweden, which is held once every two years.