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Welcome to the Association of Stage Pyrotechnicians (ASP)

The ASP is a UK administered organisation for people working with stage pyrotechnics. More about us here.

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New Company
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Mark Thomas launches Pyrotechnology

Pyrotechnology is the newest venture from Mark Thomas, who having been head pyrotechnician at Le Maitre for over 10 years is now a leading figure in the UK pyrotechnics industry

Since leaving his former employers, demand for Mark’s services is stronger than ever and his recent appointment as pyrotechnic consultant for several large overseas projects has enabled him to form his own Company to supply the demand.

As one of the Country’s most experienced pyrotechnicians, Mark has an impressive and long list of artists and events behind him with high profile clients continuing to request his services because of his creativity, attention to detail and technical expertise.

Based in Crawley, West Sussex, Pyrotechnology specialises in firing both large and small scale events and as well as design and supply, provides consultancy, technical advice and safety assessments for all type of pyrotechnic shows and events.

The company also has a growing equipment manifest which will shortly be available to hire.

Further information about Pyrotechnology and contact details can be found by visiting the company’s website at www.pyrotechnology.co.uk

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admin on 11 July 2008 - 16:33:36 · Print
Even more Pyro Courses Announced
July 2008 - 7 Courses around the country

2 Courses in WALES

CLICK HERE for details
admin on 03 July 2008 - 14:31:48
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EU Pyro Directive to become law.
The EU 'Pyro Directive' was officially published on 14th June which means that it will automatically become UK law on a fixed timetable. The UK authorities now have 30 months in which to publish the Laws and Regulations necessary to implement the directive. Six months later the law will take effect for all fireworks in categories 1, 2 and 3. A further 3 years is allowed for the law to include category 4 fireworks and, importantly for us, all pyrotechnic devices for stage use. This extra time is to allow the implementation of an EU wide standard for these devices.

The Directive will place stage pyro into two categories - T1 and T2. Devices in the T1 category are 'pyrotechnic articles for stage use which present a low hazard'. T2 is for 'pyrotechnic articles for stage use which are intended for use only by persons with specialist knowledge'.

It remains to be seen how the UK will implement 'specialist knowledge' but in the Directive it is defined as 'a person authorised by a member state to handle and/or use on its territory ... category T2 pyrotechnic articles.' Some commentators have seen this to mean a licensing scheme for operators.
admin on 15 June 2007 - 10:14:46 · Print
Le Maitre celebrates 30 Years - June 2007
Over the last 30 years, Le Maitre has grown to be one of the largest, if not the largest, manufacturer of stage pyrotechnics in the world and the leading supplier of pyrotechnics, smoke generators and theatre effects to the entertainment industry.

"Le Maitre has simply become a household name, worldwide, in many different industries over the years."

"We are very proud of our achievements and even prouder to share our mesmerising effects with you all whether it might be on a stage or a silver screen."

"Get ready to see even more of our awe-inspiring effects in the 30 years to come"

Laurent Lemire
Marketing and PR Manager
Le Maitre Limited
admin on 11 June 2007 - 16:29:39
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Lead Free Igniters
news: nav_info.gifAs part of their product improvement programme, Le Maitre have announced that all their products, manufactured from June 2007, will contain a new Lead-free igniter.
admin on 11 June 2007 - 16:09:14
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Storage of Stage Pyrotechnics
news: nav_info.gifOne of the most frequently asked questions the association receives is 'How should I be storing stage pyrotechnics?'

Whether you are a theatre or other entertainment venue or theatrical supplier, as far as the law is concerned, all pyrotechnic devices are one of four Hazard Types (HT) and these are defined in Regulation 2 of the Manufacture and Storage of Explosives Regulations 2005 (MSER). Which HT a particular device is must be determined by the person storing it or by the manufacturer.

Click here to read the full advice.

admin on 26 September 2006 - 15:39:07
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Website Updated
 Regular visitors to this site will notice that it has a new look. This is to coincide with a number of important changes to the site. From 20th February 2006 ASP members can register on the site and gain access to the member only sections which include a private ASP members only forum to discuss all matters concerning stage pyrotechnics. Unlike other forums this one is ONLY accessible to other ASP members. We hope it will grow to be a useful resource where things can be discussed away from public access.

Membership of the ASP remains free for the first year to anyone who has completed an appropriate course in stage pyrotechnics recognised by the association and will remain so until early 2007.

Recent changes to the site now include the ability for members to update their own training and experience logs.
admin on 20 February 2006 - 18:07:09 · Print
Pyrojunkies Acquires Wells Fireworks
Pyrojunkies, the Dartford based pyrotechnics company, has acquired Wells Fireworks, the UK based manufacturer. The transfer of ownership took place on 7th October. The full press release can be found if you click 'read more'.
Brian on 17 October 2005 - 09:19:34
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Local Authority Officers- Species identification
In the article section of the website you can find an informative piece on the various types of Local Authority officer who may visit you. The article is reproduced by kind permission of the Local Authorities Coordinators of Regulatory Services (LACORS).
Read it here.
admin on 16 May 2005 - 16:45:24 · Print
ACoP for MSER published
The HSE have just published the Approved Code of Practice to accompany the new Manufacture and Storage of Explosives Regulations (MSER). The document can be ordered from any good bookshop or direct from the HSE. The ISBN number is 0717628167.

HSE Books
admin on 16 May 2005 - 16:24:24 · Print
Pyrotechnics Safety Training Courses
The one-day Pyrotechnic Safety Awareness course is run throughout the year at a number of different venues. This course is an ideal introduction
for anyone working with stage pyrotechnics, including stage management
and stage electricians.

Click 'read more' to see the locations and dates.


admin on 04 May 2005 - 11:31:10
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