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Phone: 1-800-325-8766 or 605-692-0200 Fax: 605-697-4746
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SUSPENSION SYSTEMS FOR CENTERHUNG SCOREBOARDS
Daktronics centerhung scoreboards can be suspended in two different ways.
A static suspension system holds the scoreboard securely in place using cables attached to the structural framework
of a building. This technique works well with smaller scoreboards and in applications where the scoreboard has no need for
lowering and raising. A portable elevating work platform is required to service the scoreboard.
An electronic hoist system offers more options. This technique uses multiple drums attached to the arena’s structure
which wind (or unwind) cables attached to the scoreboard which enable it to be lowered and raised. A hoist system works
best in larger facilities and in applications where the scoreboard needs to be lowered for service or moved to allow additional
clearance for events.
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ADVANTAGES
• Allows scoreboard to be lowered and serviced
from the floor
• Can move scoreboard to various heights for different
events and when not in use or allow scoreboard to be
lowered and removed from arena entirely
DISADVANTAGES
• Higher purchase cost
• Higher installation costs*
• Maintenance requirements (semi-annual inspection
required by local or state inspectors)
• Additional liability issues
• Additional stress on roof structure
ADVANTAGES
• Lower purchase cost
• No hoist maintenance necessary
• Easier to get engineering approval
DISADVANTAGES
• Cannot lower and raise scoreboard to different levels
• Must have or purchase lift to service scoreboard
• Scoreboard may be in the way for concerts and events
*Installation of an electrical hoist system often requires increased structural work for mounting.
Engineering approval is required as well as installation of electrical service for the hoist.
ELECTRONIC HOIST SYSTEM STATIC SUSPENSION SYSTEM
Scoreboard is lowered to
floor for service
Service personnel must use elevating lift
to access scoreboard