Description

EVT12S-5FT | 5-Foot Aluminum Truss Section (12×12 Box Truss Plated)

The EVT12S-5FT Aluminum Truss Section is a 5-foot straight segment for 12-inch square end-plated aluminum truss systems — the longest section in the catalog that a two-person crew can still position without mechanical lift assistance, and the one that professionals choose specifically to reduce total connection points across wide spans and tall towers. At 60 inches and 35 pounds, every 5-foot section replaces what would otherwise be two or three shorter pieces and their associated bolt-ups, cutting assembly time, shrinking the inspection checklist, and producing a cleaner run with fewer joints per linear foot. Arena rigging crews spanning 60-foot motor grids that need to be airborne by soundcheck, solar canopy contractors aligning racking frameworks to panel widths across commercial rooftops, film and television grip departments covering soundstage ceilings with minimal seams, and disaster response engineers deploying shelter frameworks from cargo pallets in austere conditions all reach for the 5-foot because fewer pieces per span means faster builds and fewer points of failure.

Function & Compatibility:

The EVT12S-5FT uses bolted end-plates for assembly — no conical couplers. It shares the same 12-inch square cross-section, four-chord architecture, and through-bolt plate geometry as every other EVT12S component, from the smallest spacer to the 10-foot straight it pairs with on arena-scale builds. Fabricated entirely from 6061-T6 aluminum alloy, the 5-foot section delivers the same material grade and load path continuity as any other length in the family, with full diagonal bracing spanning all 60 inches for standalone structural rigidity. The math favors this length on large projects: two sections make a clean 10-foot span with a single mid-point connection, four sections reach 20 feet with only three joints, and eight sections build a 40-foot overhead run with seven bolt-ups instead of the thirteen required by 3-foot sections covering the same distance. That reduction in hardware and labor compounds across every run in a multi-span grid.

Key Features

• Span-Efficient Length: A complete 5-foot (60-inch) truss segment with full diagonal bracing — the section that covers more distance per piece than any sub-10-foot length in the EVT12S lineup, reducing total bolt-up points, assembly labor, and inspection time across wide spans.
• Professional Brushed Finish: Standard aluminum surface consistent with every silver EVT12S component — uniform appearance across mixed-length runs without color or texture variation between sections of different sizes.
• Hardware Included Per Section: Ships with 4x Grade 8 Bolts, Nuts, and Washers — every section arrives with its own connection hardware, eliminating separate parts orders even on large-quantity purchases.
• Full-System Alloy Specification: Constructed from 6061-T6 aluminum — the structural alloy that runs through the entire EVT12S product family, maintaining load path integrity across every end-plate joint in a multi-section span.
• Standard End-Plate Geometry: EVT12S through-bolt plate format, cross-compatible with other 12-inch plated truss systems sharing the same bolt pattern and plate dimensions — Tomcat, James Thomas Engineering, Milos, Show Solutions, and equivalent platforms.
• TÜV Specifications: Manufactured under TÜV-certified production standards — the 5-foot section holds the same engineering certification as every other straight length in the EVT12S catalog.

Who It’s For

• Arena & Amphitheater Rigging Crews — You’re building overhead motor grids, catwalk structures, and fly systems that span 40, 60, or 80 feet across a performance space. Using 5-foot sections instead of shorter lengths means fewer connection joints per run — and that translates directly into less assembly time and fewer bolt inspections before each show. On touring arena productions that load in at dawn and need the rig airborne by soundcheck, the difference between eight joints and thirteen joints across a single 40-foot run is the difference between making schedule and pushing doors.
• Solar Farm & Industrial Canopy Contractors — You’re constructing overhead shade structures, equipment platforms, and mounting rails for photovoltaic arrays on commercial rooftops and ground-mount installations. A 5-foot section aligns closely with standard 60-cell solar panel widths — roughly 5.4 feet — letting you build racking frameworks where each truss section corresponds to approximately one panel position. The 6061-T6 aluminum construction resists outdoor corrosion without the hot-dip galvanizing that steel frameworks require, keeping long-term maintenance costs below the threshold that eats into energy production ROI.
• Film & Television Rigging Departments — You’re building overhead pipe grids and greenscreen support structures on soundstages where the grip team needs to cover large ceiling areas with minimal seams and clean sightlines. A 5-foot section spans the distance between two chain motor pickup points on a standard stage grid, and at 35 pounds it stays within the range where two grips can position it on a high lift without calling for mechanical assistance — keeping the build moving without waiting for a forklift or a crane operator between setups.
• Emergency & Disaster Response Engineers — You’re deploying portable truss-based structures for field hospitals, communications relay platforms, and temporary shelter frameworks in disaster zones where speed of assembly and transport constraints define the design. The 5-foot length fits within standard military cargo pallets and ISO container widths, allowing sections to ship by air or ground transport and assemble into functional load-bearing structures using hand tools and small crews in environments where heavy equipment is unavailable or impractical.
• Rigging & Structural Engineers — The EVT12S-5FT is a fully braced structural section with the same 6061-T6 alloy specification and TÜV-certified fabrication as every other EVT12S component. Fewer joints per span means fewer connection points to evaluate on an inspection report. Refer to the official EVT12S load tables for allowable loads at the total span length and support configuration in your design.

Designed by Evolve Truss, the EVT12S-5FT is the section that covers more ground with fewer connections — the 5-foot piece that turns a 40-foot span into eight sections instead of thirteen and gets the rig assembled while the shorter lengths are still being bolted together.

⚠️ Safety & Engineering Notice

❗ Critical Load Rating Information: The rated load capacity for this 5-foot segment is determined by the complete system configuration — total span length, number of support points, and load placement all influence allowable capacity. For precise specifications, always refer to the official EVT12S Truss Series Load Tables for the span you are building. Consult a qualified engineer before use.

Important Guidelines for Safe Use:

• Inspect the end plates and bolt holes for deformation or wear before every use.
• Ensure all Grade 8 bolts are properly torqued to manufacturer specifications.
• Do not mix truss components from different manufacturers unless the bolt pattern and plate dimensions have been strictly verified.
• The purchase of this product does not authorize specific installations; a licensed professional engineer shall review all structures, lighting plots, or other aluminum truss uses.

⚠️ Compatibility Warning for Mixed-Brand Builds

Crucial Steps for Safe Assembly:

• Verify Bolt Patterns: Plated truss varies by manufacturer. Compare your existing truss plate dimensions against EVT12S specifications before purchase.
• Check Alignment: Ensure chord alignment is precise to prevent uneven loading on the bolts.
• Mixing incompatible plated truss can lead to structural failure.

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