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Rig Fly System

Learn rig fly system from scratch with a clear step-by-step workflow, recommended tools, safety guidelines, and expert tips.

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Workflow

  1. Mark Line Set Plot

    1 hour

    Batten number trim height load label board.

  2. Load Counterweight Arbor

    2 hours

    Balance batten plus load arbor weights spread evenly.

  3. Trim Out to Height

    1 hour

    Mark spike tape trim floor reference.

  4. Safety Test Full Travel

    30 min

    Full out in slow test brake limit.

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Planning

Preparation

Safety

Execution

Quality

Documentation

Reference Materials

Fly System StandardStandard

Industry best practices for fly system.

Fly System FormulaFormula

Arbor balance within 50 lb; never ride unbalanced load; two operators heavy set.

Fly System Reference TableTable

Key benchmarks for fly system.

RuleLimitViolation
Balance50 lbStop
Ride loadNeverFire

  • Pro Tip

    Two on arbor — standard.

  • Time Saver

    Ride load — death tradition break.

  • Warning

    Spike trim — every cue consistent.

Safety Notes

  • Falling iron — hard hat deck.
  • Pinch sheave — hand clear.

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