CABLE CAM SYSTEMS FAQ
Rigging procedure and documentation: what is required before installing a JoyMechanix cable cam system?
Before rigging, venues typically want clear technical documentation and a site-specific safety plan so the installation can be approved and operated with confidence. JoyMechanix projects usually follow a predictable flow: submit certificates and compliance docs, confirm applied forces and rigging layout, then complete a structured pre-operation inspection including speed, height, comms, and emergency stop testing.
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This article outlines the common documentation venues request before installation (certificates for critical components, CE documentation, manuals, and operational force specifications) and describes the typical pre-operation safety checks performed before live use.
Which documents are required before rigging?
Several documents are normally submitted to the venue before installation begins.
These typically include:
- component certificates for critical elements such as ropes, motors, and brakes,
- CE certification documentation,
- equipment manuals,
- technical specifications for operational forces.
In many cases, the venue will also require a site-specific operational safety procedure document. This document usually includes:
- applied force confirmation,
- rigging layouts,
- safety procedures,
- and operational limitations specific to the venue.
The format of these documents varies depending on the venue requirements and is normally prepared by the chief installation engineer.
What safety checks are performed before operation?
Before operation, a full system safety inspection is performed according to our internal safety checklist.
This procedure includes:
- operational testing at different heights,
- testing at different speeds,
- emergency stop testing,
- communication verification,
- and general installation validation.
The purpose of this procedure is to ensure that the entire system is installed and functioning safely before live operation begins.