About the The Light Source Mega-Truss Dolly for two 12" or one 20.5" truss with Mega-Couplers attached to the outside, Silver
The Light Source Mega-Truss Dolly is a versatile transportation cart engineered to efficiently handle two distinct yet common truss configurations with a focus on accessibility and streamlined handling. This silver-finished dolly can securely transport either two sections of 12-inch diameter truss or a single, larger 20.5-inch diameter truss segment, with the critical design feature of Mega-Couplers attached to the outside of the dolly frame. This outward-facing coupler placement prioritizes ease of loading and accessibility, allowing crews to quickly couple and uncouple truss sections directly from the dolly without needing to reach inside a frame. The silver powder-coated steel construction provides a durable, scratch-resistant surface capable of withstanding the rigors of warehouse and touring use, while the frame is precisely contoured with cradles to hold the specified truss sizes securely, preventing rolling and shifting during transit.
The dolly's adaptable design includes specific support points for both setup options. For the dual 12-inch truss configuration, the cradles hold the sections parallel and stable. When configured for a single 20.5-inch truss, the frame utilizes a different set of supports to center the heavier, larger load. The outward placement of the couplers makes the connection points immediately visible and accessible, which can speed up the process of linking multiple dollies together or connecting truss ends directly to flown hardware. Mobility is provided by four heavy-duty swivel casters, typically with locking brakes, ensuring smooth maneuverability over uneven floors and sufficient load capacity for the combined weight of the truss and any pre-rigged equipment. The overall design maintains a low center of gravity for stability, which is essential when moving these tall, cylindrical loads through doorways and around corners.
This dual-capability dolly with external couplers offers significant logistical advantages for production companies and rental houses that value speed and simplicity in their workflows. It enables efficient ground-rigging, as technicians can easily access the couplers to build truss structures directly on the dolly before wheeling them into position. The external design is particularly useful in fast-paced touring environments or when truss needs to be frequently reconfigured. While it offers slightly less coupler protection than inward-facing designs during transport, the trade-off is improved accessibility and faster assembly times. For warehouse operations, it streamlines inventory management by serving multiple truss types with one cart, and the external couplers make visual inspection for damage quick and easy. This dolly exemplifies a practical, time-saving solution for handling valuable truss inventory in dynamic production settings.