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Hi,
<br> I suggest that the shed open on two sides
with a hinged door, if you cannot build tracks to guide all truck wheels
so they stay oriented properly. I often had to pull that piano
out alone. Sometimes I had to crawl under the piano, into the
dark, dirty, and spidery recesses of that cave when I couldn't get enough
pull power and had to push, or orient wheels. I was somewhat glad
when the stage crew dismantled it.
<br>Just some thoughts
<br>-Mike
<p>Sheffey Gregory wrote:
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I'm Sheffey Gregory, now technician for a university concert grand.
I don't feel that really makes me a C.A.U.T. candidate, but I believe ya'll
have the information that would help me out. The professor in charge
of the piano hopes to have a off-stage storage shed built for the</font>
<br><font face="Bodoni">grand. I have some ideas, but would really
appreciate input from those who have done this before.</font>
<br><font face="Bodoni"> Here's what I know:</font>
<br><font face="Bodoni">the piano is moved by students, normally under
supervision.</font>
<br><font face="Bodoni">The shed will be constructed by the university
maintenance staff.</font>
<br><font face="Bodoni">The piano is a Steinway D</font>
<br><font face="Bodoni"> Here's what I've suggested:</font>
<br><font face="Bodoni">construct the shed with at least 3/4" plywood,
with a sloped roof -- to discourage the theatre staff from using it for
furniture storage.</font>
<br><font face="Bodoni">Put foam insulation board on the inside to 1) protect
the piano 2) retain heat.</font>
<br><font face="Bodoni">Have carpeted bumpers on the edge of the doorway.</font>
<br><font face="Bodoni"> I am planning on put a
complete Dampp-Chaser system in, and am considering setting up the wiring
so there is an AC outlet right at the door of the shed and a short extension
cord from the piano. I'm a little concerned about people forgetting
to plug & unplug it & about getting the buckets refilled
in a timely manner.(there is a paid stage manager on staff who might get
that duty.)</font>
<br><font face="Bodoni"> What have I forgotten?
Which part is just not realistic? What do you suggest?</font>
<br><font face="Bodoni">Thanks in advance for all your comments & suggestions.</font>
<br><font face="Bodoni">Sheffey Gregory</font>
<br><font face="Bodoni">Associate</font>
<br><font face="Bodoni">Chapter 301</font></blockquote>
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