Close Proximity Pyrotechnics
Close Proximity Pyrotechnics
The team at Howard & Sons Pyrotechnics consists of world-renowned designers and producers of pyrotechnic special effects, otherwise known as close proximity pyrotechnics, that can be safely used in, around or on indoor stages, arenas, stadiums, rooftops and courtyards.
Christian Howard and his team of pyrotechnic designers and producers have worked tirelessly over the past 20 years to perfect our in-house range of cutting-edge close proximity pyrotechnics. The entire range can be fired indoors or in small outdoor areas where the audience is within close proximity to a set or stage, or where local legislation requires their use.
Close-proximity effects have little to no fallout which means that audiences do not have to remain outside a specified fallout zone. Fallout is composed of firework mortar shells and explosive device by-products; the larger the mortar, the wider the fallout zone. Without fallout, the audience can remain within close proximity to the stage, hence close proximity pyrotechnics.
This particular type of pyrotechnics is also smokeless, which makes them ideal for sporting events, concerts, theatrical productions, corporate and private events such as product launches and weddings where the audience appreciate a clear view of the event and, in terms of safety, do not cloak the presence of real fires. There is also an environmental factor; smokeless fireworks burn cleaner, meaning they have a significantly lower impact on the environment, even though their contribution is nothing compared to cars and the production of electricity.
We usually associate close proximity fireworks and pyrotechnics with musical events. Christian has worked on special effects for Big Day Out festival locations in Sydney, Melbourne, Gold Coast, Adelaide and Perth, as well as Auckland, New Zealand. He has also worked with huge bands which integrate top quality pyrotechnics on set, including the Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, AC/DC, Metallica and Janet and Michael Jackson. Yet the use of these technical masterpieces is certainly not limited to musical events. We supply or design products for brand launches, wedding fireworks, theatres, country fairs, photo-shoots, opening ceremonies and all manner of occasions where close proximity is key.
Close Proximity Pyrotechnics Product Specifications PDF
For more information, please contact our head office or your local manager.
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Director, Howard & Sons Pyrotechnics
“Fireworks can be spectacular at any location but we are no longer limited to large outdoor venues. Now we are able to fire special effects from the fingertips of the CEO of a multinational corporation at the conclusion of his or her sales conference speech. To me, that’s spectacular!”
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Howard & Sons Pyrotechnics has the creative vision, expertise and passion to design and implement the most imaginative, innovative pyrotechnic concepts for your event, no matter what the scale.
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Howard & Sons Pyrotechnics are imagineers, producers and providers of spectacular fireworks and special effects. Download our brochure or for more information please contact our head office or your local area manager.