Event structures

Abstract

An event structure uses at least one storage container as a principal support component. The event structure can include a plurality of storage containers that support a functional component. In one possible embodiment, the functional component is a ramp surface. The functional component can alternatively be a seating system, a stage surface, or a climbing wall system to name a few.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]The so-called extreme or action sports, such as skateboarding, snowboarding, freestyle skiing, rollerblading and freestyle BMX to name just a few, are becoming more and more popular. Events and competitions in many of these sports are frequently held in many parts of the world. These events typically require the construction of specialized event structures such as various ramps, half pipes, quarter pipes and the like on which stunts are performed. Traditionally, installation of these event structures has required the erection of scaffolding and carpentry work laying down plywood decking on the scaffolding. The traditional approach is that a ramp structure is constructed for a very specific sport application, such as a skateboard half pipe. The structure and its parts are not designed to be easily reconfigured to another application. The current construction process is labor-intensive and usually requires a large crew typically working over many days ...

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Problems solved by technology

The structure and its parts are not designed to be easily reconfigured to another application.

The current construction process is labor-intensive and usually requires a large crew typically working over many days to set up.

This traditional approach thus creates significant waste, requires considerable time for both setup and take down, and is very expensive in terms of labor and material costs.

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