How to Build a Float

Thứ sáu - 26/04/2024 23:23
Building a float for the local holiday parade is one of those projects which require careful planning, teamwork, design, and lots of effort. Get your materials and helpers together before you dive into the project for a successful venture....
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Building a float for the local holiday parade is one of those projects which require careful planning, teamwork, design, and lots of effort. Get your materials and helpers together before you dive into the project for a successful venture.

Steps

  1. Step 1 Contact the Parade Organizers.
    Many times, the parade committee will have resources to help you build your float. They should also have entry information (time to be at the formation area, insurance waivers, vehicle or decorating requirements) and the rules and regulations to ensure a safe parade.
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Warnings

  • Keep a fire extinguisher & first aid kit within easy reach for emergencies.
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  • Never throw anything off afloat! If you want to distribute something, have walkers alongside hand them to the crowd (check with parade committee first)
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  • Have adults to supervise if small children are riding the float. If children are allowed to ride, they should be seated and belted - no legs dangling over the edge of the float.
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  • People riding on your float should have a safe place to sit, or clear areas to stand and have stanchions or hand-holds in case of sudden braking. even brakes at 5 mph (8.0 km/h) can send riders tumbling.
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  • Handrails can be incorporated in the design of your float if they are needed for safety, especially if you have high stages for riders.
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  • Plan your route to & from the parade - dips in driveways can break plywood skirting & overhanging trees can snag a corner of your backdrop. Give yourself enough time - Your float should travel at 25 mph (40 km/h) or slower to keep decorations from flying off.
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  • Make sure the driver has visibility to the street in front and sides to see any children that may dart out in front of the vehicle. If not, have a spotter or two walks alongside the driver.
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  • Follow instructions from the parade master or grandmaster carefully.
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Things You'll Need

  • Some type of trailer and tow vehicle.
  • Workers and artists.
  • Paint, cardboard for backdrops, etc.
  • Flame retardant tissue pomps or floral sheeting, festooning and fringe for props, skirts, etc.
  • Lots of tape, scissors, regular and T50 staples & staple guns, and the like.
  • Wood screws with Plumbers' tape, hinges, or "L" brackets can secure props/backdrops/skirting to the deck

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