Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Designers and riggers for theatrical and event productions often rely on manual calculations to size rigging, ground supports, and determine reaction forces, which is time‑consuming and prone to errors. Inaccurate data can lead to unsafe installations or costly revisions during the engineering review process.
Solution
StageDocs offers a Vectorworks Spotlight plug‑in that automates the calculation of rigging, ground‑support, and support‑reaction forces directly within the CAD environment. The plug‑in generates results instantly for preliminary sizing, exports detailed data packages for structural engineers, and creates formatted calculation reports. A companion mobile app extends these capabilities for on‑site adjustments, while the Professional tier adds a JavaScript API for custom scripting and workflow integration. By embedding engineering analysis into the design workflow, StageDocs reduces manual effort, improves safety, and accelerates the hand‑off to engineering teams.
Target Audience
Primary users are theatrical and event production designers, riggers, and technical directors who need reliable rigging calculations, as well as structural engineers who receive exported data for detailed analysis.
Features
- Direct integration with Vectorworks Spotlight to create and analyze rigging and ground‑support objects
- Instant calculation of load‑bearing forces and reaction forces for preliminary sizing
- Export of calculation data in engineer‑ready formats (e.g., CSV, PDF) for structural review
- Automated generation of calculation reports and graphical evaluations
- Mobile app for quick on‑the‑go calculations and data verification in the field
- Professional tier provides a JavaScript API for custom calculations and automation