DISPLAY DESIGN - A BASIC EXAMPLE
The display outlined here involves launching multiple series of fireworks from different locations spread out across a large area. Firework stations are made by securing fountains and repeaters to stabilised plyboard sheets and fusing them so that they ignite sequentially so that fireworks are constantly going off - both on the ground and in the air. For info on how to build a station visit our Station Design page.
The basic design which using six stations arranged in a semi circular shape, is a good Micro Display suitable for a younger or mixed audience. For a more demanding crowd, roman candles, cakes, a set piece or waterfall and mortar racks can be added as a grand finale.
There are many other possible layouts, however there are some general techniques and rules of thumb that apply to all shows to make them highly effective which are described here in detail. Remember, if an electrical control box is used to ignite this display, anything can be fired off at any time!
Basic Display - Stations
Stations can be placed in any pattern that you like – rows, a curve, a semicircle etc., but when actually laying out the show, a critical "rule" is to always have at least two stations firing at once. This provides more depth, excitement and beauty to a show. Below is a diagram of the layout of the stations described in this display.
For good effect, the stations here are arranged in a symmetrical pattern. The "1" and "2" stations fire off lots of sparks and effects with the "1" stations lasting approximately twice as long as the "2" stations. The "3" stations are "finale stations" consisting of large fountains and repeaters which are fused to ignite simultaneously. This creates a barrage of fireworks from all six stations, and even when the first four burn out, the finale stations continue to fire for a while. The approximate planned timing of the show would be..
- 0:00 minutes: Large station "1's" ignite.
- 2:00 minutes: Medium size station "2's" ignite / "1" stations continue to fire.
- 4:00 minutes: Finale stations ignite / Other stations begin to burn out.
- 6:00 minutes: Finale stations fire off final salvo.
The stations with corresponding numbers only have to last about the same amount of time - they don't necessarily need to have the same fireworks on them. In fact, it's better to have a little variety.
Advanced Display - Add Mortars, Mines Etc.
Stations are highly visual even when used alone, but for larger displays or more demanding audiences, they can be used to form the backbone of a show when used in conjunction with larger fireworks such as shells, mines, rockets and roman candles.
Below is a complete layout diagram for all of the fireworks in this sample display. It's the same as the one above, but in addition to the 6 stations, there's 5 mortar racks, 3 mine launchers, 4 roman candle triangles, and a set piece - a board with an image or design made up of lit fireworks.
We highly recommend using electrical ignition systems for any display, as they provide complete control over when each station is fired and a much higher level of safety.
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