Projector Rigging
Disclosure & Overview
I (Cam) try not to do any projector rigging because I don't want to be liable for anything hung overhead. That said, I've hung many projectors either on my own, with a team, or supervising another vendor. My recommendations here are given with a massive stipulation: proceed at your own risk.
Pro Tips
Always try to install with a buddy and multiple ladders.
Little projectors are easy to install, and the weight is often low enough that you can even hang them in a drywall ceiling using toggle bolts or strong anchors.
Medium sized projectors and greater often need something stronger to safely secure above head.
When you buy rigging hardware, they supply kit for tons of scenarios. Keep the leftover hardware in a bin from your mounts. When you have missing or stripped parts, or you need an extra leg, you’ve got some backup / a treasure chest.
Get security drill bits so you can use your own screwdriver or drill gun. Make sure to turn the torque all the way down and then back up to taste so that you don’t fuck up your projectors. This is an acquired skill. Proceed at your own risk!
Read up on Mastering Projector Reigging @ vidvox.net written by ProjectileObjects for Projectors weighing less than 50 pounds.