Choose Grid Foam or Pearl Foam for ABS Flight Cases
Selecting the right interior foam is just as important as choosing the flight case itself. While the ABS shell protects equipment from external impact, the foam inside absorbs vibration, prevents movement, and reduces the risk of damage during transportation.
Two of the most popular cushioning materials used in ABS flight cases are grid foam (also known as pick-and-pluck foam) and pearl foam (EPE foam). Each offers unique advantages depending on the equipment being protected, the level of customization required, and the user's budget.
Yes. Grid foam can often be adjusted by removing additional cubes, making it suitable for equipment that changes over time.
Is pearl foam stronger than grid foam?
Not necessarily. Both provide excellent protection. Pearl foam offers greater precision, while grid foam offers greater flexibility.
Which foam looks more professional?
Pearl foam generally provides a cleaner, factory-finished appearance and is widely used in commercial products.
Can I replace the foam later?
Yes. Both grid foam and pearl foam inserts can be replaced if the equipment or protection requirements change.
Conclusion
Both grid foam and pearl foam are excellent choices for ABS flight cases. Grid foam is ideal for users who want quick, tool-free customization and flexibility, while pearl foam is better suited for applications requiring a clean appearance and highly accurate custom compartments.
Choosing the right foam depends on your equipment, transportation environment, and long-term usage requirements. By matching the foam type to your application, you can significantly improve the protection, organization, and lifespan of your valuable equipment.
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this is a Custom Triangle Dj Stand Trussing, the shape is a big A with a folding book corner on the top and bases.
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The DragonStage 11x6x7m Covered Concert Roof Truss System combines an 11m-wide × 6m-deep × 7m-high main stage roof with two 2m side PA speaker wings.
The illustrated configuration features a pitched aluminum roof framework with a blue roof canopy, four main support towers, two independent speaker towers, and a matching modular stage platform with guardrails and dual stair access.
Designed for concerts, festivals, live performances, community events, and temporary outdoor productions requiring a coordinated stage roof and separate speaker-support positions.
The DragonStage 10x5x7m Aluminum Pitched Roof Truss System is a modular concert-stage structure featuring a 10m-wide × 5m-deep × 7m-high main roof frame with 2m side speaker wings on both sides.
The configuration combines a pitched aluminum roof-truss framework, four main support towers, two additional side speaker towers, and a matching modular stage platform as illustrated. It is designed for concerts, festivals, live performances, community events, and temporary stage productions requiring separate side positions for line-array or PA equipment.
The DragonStage 32x24x18m Large Ringlock Scaffold Roof Truss Structure combines a large modular Ringlock support system with a heavy-duty aluminum pitched-roof truss framework.
Designed for stadium-scale ceremonies, festivals, cultural performances and large outdoor event productions, the system integrates extensive scaffold support zones, heavy aluminum roof trusses, custom roof connectors, tensioning components and a large roof canopy.
The drawing identifies a nominal 32m × 24m × 18m configuration, with the overall height shown at approximately 18.21m.
A complete professional event sound package combining 16 dual-12-inch passive line array speakers, 10 dual-18-inch subwoofers, 6 stage monitors, dedicated Class-D power amplifiers, dual 4-in/8-out DSP processors, power management, wireless microphones, rigging frames, flight cases, amplifier racks and cabling.
This system is designed for concerts, live performances, festivals, touring productions and other professional event sound applications where the customer needs a coordinated PA package rather than individual speakers.
For other professional audio systems, see Stage Sound.
The DragonStage 15×10×8m Aluminum Curved Roof Truss System is a modular concert-stage roofing structure featuring a curved overhead truss framework, four main support towers, and two additional side-wing towers.
The system uses CS389×389mm and CS289×289mm aluminum spigot truss, sleeve block assemblies, BA05 manual hoists, tower bases, outriggers, and a PVC roof canopy. The side wings extend the configuration for additional event-production arrangements, subject to the final equipment layout and verified loading requirements.
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Custom Star Shape Truss Aluminum for Wedding Decoration Art Design
Pentagram，five-pointed star
The DragonStage Custom Five-Point Star Aluminum Truss is a decorative event structure designed for wedding backdrops, stage displays, photo areas, exhibition decoration, and artistic event installations.
Featuring a distinctive pentagram-style star shape, the product is available in 2.5×2.63m, 3×3.15m, and 4×3.8m configurations, with selected 200mm and 300mm truss section options.
The customized star geometry provides an alternative to conventional square, rectangular, or circular event truss structures.
The DragonStage 9x6m Bolt Truss Gantry System is a modular event-support structure featuring two vertical truss towers, a horizontal bolt-connected truss beam, tower-head assemblies, base plates, and diagonal outrigger bracing.
With a nominal horizontal dimension of 9m (29.5ft) and a height of 6m (19.7ft), this open-frame structure is intended for event lighting, stage production, backdrop framing, and temporary gantry applications. Final truss specifications, support arrangements, and equipment loads are confirmed according to the project requirements.
The DragonStage 36x18x12m Large Concert Stage Roof Truss System is a large-format modular event structure featuring a multi-tower truss support system, an elevated overhead truss framework, and a modular stage platform with guardrails and stair access.
With nominal dimensions of 36m wide × 18m deep × 12m high (120ft × 60ft × 40ft), this configuration is intended for large concerts, music festivals, live performances, and temporary entertainment productions requiring an extensive stage area and overhead structural framework.
The DragonStage 6.72x4.89m modular event stage combines a 0.6m-high red stage platform with a 7.7m-wide, 4.4m-high rear box truss gantry. The open-top configuration provides a raised performance area and a separate overhead truss frame for event backdrop and production applications. Suitable for concerts, school performances, ceremonies, and indoor events, with final accessories and rigging requirements confirmed according to the project.
The DragonStage 25x10m Ringlock Grandstand is a large modular spectator-seating system designed for temporary sports events, school competitions, festivals, public performances, and other audience gatherings. Measuring 25m wide × 10m deep, the illustrated configuration features tiered seating, two access aisles, and three-sided guardrails. The specified main height is 2.5m, with an overall height of 3.5m. The modular Ringlock system can be configured according to the required seating layout, access arrangement, and project conditions.
A heavy duty iron adjustable clamp specifically designed for use in clear span marquees using grooved aluminium kader style beams. It has M10, M12 and M14 tapped mounting points.
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Section:Square200x200mm inclined tube: 12x2.0mm Main tube: 30x2.0mm Length:0.5/1/2/2.5m Braces: 20x2.0mm
This premium 200x200mm Aluminum Spigot Box Truss offers a compact yet incredibly strong structural solution. Ideal for exhibitions and trade shows, its high-precision conical connection system ensures rapid assembly. It is the perfect professional choice for creating sophisticated lighting truss grids in any concert and event stage environment.
Our 290mm Aluminum Square Spigot Truss with 50x3mm main tubing is a heavy-duty solution for professional rigging. Utilizing a modular system logic, this versatile series is ideal for concert and event stages, offering exceptional load-bearing stability and rapid assembly for any production environment.
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This box can be used to create a stable structure for your display or party. You can use this box to create a corner truss cube. It can be used for exhibitions, retail, and party displays. The box has a 400x400mm or 389x389mm square opening. The box has six ways to connect.
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Aluminum Spigot Truss Aluminum Base Plate with Handles 300mm 400mm 500mm 600mm 800mm with half conical and pins clips.
The DragonStage Aluminum Spigot Truss Base Plate with Handles is available in five square sizes from 300×300mm to 800×800mm, all using an 8mm-thick aluminum plate. Each configuration can be supplied with compatible half conical connectors, connector pins and R-clips for spigot truss installation. Integrated handles make the plates more practical to carry and position during repeated event setup and teardown.
this is 100x100x3mm base plate for f14 truss mini, with 4 half connectors and pins clips.
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Section:Square400x500mm Inclined tube: 25x2.0mm Main tube:50x3.0mm Braces:50x2.0mm Material: Aluminum 6061-T6
Our high-strength 500x400mm lighting truss is engineered from premium aluminum alloy for superior load-bearing performance. Ideal for music and audio setups, this durable screw-connection system ensures stability for professional stage environments. Built to meet rigorous safety standards, it provides a reliable foundation for any event production.
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Park Aluminum Portable Square Stage 8.54x6.1m 28x20ft Height: 0.8-1m
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The Concert Custom Adjustable Portable Stage is the perfect addition to any concert venue. The Concert Custom Adjustable Cheap Portable Stage is a portable stage that is lightweight and easy to set up. It can be adjusted to the height of the performer and is available in two different colors. The Concert Custom Adjustable Cheap Portable Stage is made of durable, lightweight aluminum that will last for years to come. It has a black aluminum top with four black steel legs. The Concert Custom Adjustable Cheap Portable Stage is very easy to set up and is very stable.
Aluminum Mini Modular Stage Panel Flooring Systems 2.44x2.44m 8x8ft Height 0.6-1m with 1 stair.
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Assemble Portable Stage Movable Aluminum Stage for Outdoor Concert Event 2.44x1.22m 8x4ft with 1 stair.
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The DragonStage 3.8x3.4m Aluminum Arch Truss Gateway is a compact curved entrance structure built from 290×290mm spigot truss with 300×500mm base plates. With overall external dimensions of approximately 3800mm wide × 3400mm high, it is designed for wedding entrances, exhibition gateways, red-carpet areas, event decoration, photo zones, and other temporary event displays.
Base plate only for the U-Frame 50. LED cans and moving heads can be installed freeriding in the room. In combination with the optional wheels the U-Frame Dolly will be an indispensable element on stages and show acts.
U-frame Truss And Dolly, it is custom U torm trusses (660 × 500 × 50mm) for 4 (4 utorm trusses+ top bar+ dolly) and 5 (4 utorm trusses+ top bar+ dolly) Robots in black color.
the dolly is made of 1.2x0.6m aluminum plate, thickness 8mm and 4 casters.
The DragonStage 5.49x1.22m Straight Aluminum Event Stage Ramp provides a direct access route for wedding stages, corporate events, ceremonies, hotel functions, and other temporary platforms. The ramp measures approximately 18ft long × 4ft wide (5.49 × 1.22m) and uses modular 4 × 4ft / 1.22 × 1.22m deck sections with 1m / 3.28ft high guardrails along both sides.
The DragonStage 3.0x1.22m Compact Aluminum Stage Transition Ramp provides a short, direct access route between ground level and temporary event stages. With an overall length of approximately 3.0m / 9.84ftand a width of approximately 1.22m / 4ft, the ramp uses modular aluminum stage components and includes 1m / 3.28ft high guardrailson both sides.
The DragonStage 7.84x1.23m Narrow Straight Aluminum Stage Access Ramp provides a direct route between ground level and an elevated temporary stage for performers, speakers, technicians, event staff, and production crew. Its slim footprint measures approximately 308⅝ × 48⅜ in (7.84 × 1.23m)and uses modular 4 × 4 ft / 1.22 × 1.22mramp deck sections with 1m / 3.28ft high guardrailsalong both sides.
The DragonStage 10.30x1.63m Straight Aluminum Stage Production Loading Ramp provides a direct access route between ground level and temporary event stages. With an overall external size of approximately 405½ × 64⅛ in (10.30 × 1.63m), the system uses standard 4 × 4 ft / 1.22 × 1.22m modular deck sections and 1m / 3.28ft high guardrails along both sides. It is suitable for road cases, AV equipment, production carts, technicians, and general backstage stage access.
