Applications of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) in Arts, Entertainment, And Recreation Industry

Overview

The Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry encompasses a wide range of activities and businesses that provide leisure and entertainment options to the public. This sector includes various forms of artistic expression, cultural experiences, and recreational activities.

Depending on specific features and functions, GAO Tek’s carbon dioxide (CO2) are sometimes referred to as Carbonic Acid Gas, Dry Ice, Carbonic Anhydride, R744, CO2 Gas, Greenhouse Gas, Carbon Emissions, Industrial Carbon, Exhaled Breath, Fire Extinguisher Gas.

GAO Tek’s carbon dioxide (CO2) have the following applications in arts, entertainment, and recreation industry:

Smoke and Fog Effects: CO2 is commonly used to create smoke and fog effects in theater productions, concerts, and film shoots. Liquid CO2 or dry ice (solid CO2) is often used to generate thick, low-lying fog that enhances the visual appeal of performances.
Special Effects in Movies: In the film industry, CO2 is used to create various special effects, including smoke, fog, and simulated explosions. It can be used to produce dramatic visual elements in action scenes or horror movies.
Fire Extinguishing Systems: In venues where fire safety is paramount, CO2-based fire suppression systems are employed. These systems release a burst of CO2 to extinguish fires by reducing oxygen levels, making them suitable for use in theaters, museums, and amusement parks.
Carbonation of Beverages: The entertainment industry frequently serves carbonated beverages like sodas at events and venues. CO2 is used to carbonate these beverages, providing the characteristic fizz and bubbles.
Cryogenic Effects: Liquid CO2 is used in cryogenic effects, where it can create a visually striking “frozen” effect, often used in live performances, theme park attractions, and concerts.
Cooling and Refrigeration: In venues that require temperature control for storage or to maintain comfort for visitors, CO2-based refrigeration systems can be used. These systems are energy-efficient and have minimal environmental impact.
Dry Ice Effects: Solid CO2, or dry ice, is used in various entertainment applications. It can be used to create spooky fog for haunted houses, to cool props, or for dramatic effects during live performances.
Inflating Balloons: CO2 can be used to inflate balloons, whether for decoration at events or in amusement parks, where helium may not be available or cost-effective.
Laser and Lighting Effects: CO2 can be employed to create stunning visual effects with lasers and lighting in concerts, nightclub installations, and laser light shows.
Carbon Dioxide Bubbles: In some recreational activities and attractions, carbon dioxide bubbles are used to create unique underwater or sensory experiences.

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Complying With Arts, Entertainment, And Recreation Industry Standards

GAO Tek’s carbon dioxide (CO2) comply or help our customers comply with the arts, entertainment, and recreation industry standards such as:

NFPA 12: Standard on Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing Systems
NFPA 160: Standard for the Use of Flame Effects Before an Audience
ASTM E2907-19: Standard Practice for Environmental Risk Assessment for Hydrometeorological Hazards
OSHA Regulations
Local Building Codes and Fire Codes
ANSI/ESTA E1.6-1 – Powered Hoist Systems
CEN Standards
ISO Standards

Complying With Government Regulations

GAO Tek’s carbon dioxide (CO2) comply or help our customers comply with the U.S. government regulations such as:

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
Local Building and Fire Codes
Department of Transportation (DOT)
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

GAO Tek’s carbon dioxide (CO2) comply or help our clients comply with the Canadian regulations such as:

Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
Transport Canada
Environmental Regulations
Local Building and Fire Codes
Health Canada
Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
Emergency Response Planning
Provincial and Territorial Regulations

GAO Tek’s carbon dioxide (CO2) comply or help our clients comply with the Mexican regulations such as

Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
Transport Canada
Environmental Regulations
Local Building and Fire Codes
Health Canada
Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
Response Planning
Provincial and Territorial Regulations

GAO Tek’s carbon dioxide (CO2) comply or help our clients comply with the European regulations such as

Occupational Health and Safety Regulations
European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
Environmental Regulations
European Standards (EN)
Local Building and Fire Codes
Health and Safety Regulations
Emergency Response Planning
Consumer Protection Regulations

Case Studies of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) in Arts, Entertainment, And Recreation Industry

Carbon dioxide (CO2) are sometimes called as

Carbonic Acid Gas, Dry Ice, Carbonic Anhydride, R744, CO2 Gas, Greenhouse Gas, Carbon Emissions, Industrial Carbon, Exhaled Breath, Fire Extinguisher Gas.

Here are some practical examples of using carbon dioxide (CO2) in arts, entertainment, and recreation industry:

The Broadway production of “Hamilton” uses CO2 to create a variety of special effects, including fog, smoke, and snow.

The Boston Opera House uses CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during performances.

The Delaware Art Museum uses CO2 to create a special effect in its “The Garden” exhibit.

The Chicago Theatre uses CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during performances.

The Guthrie Theater uses CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during performances.

The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra uses CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during performances.

The Fox Theatre uses CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during performances.

The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts uses CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during performances.

The French Quarter Festival uses CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during performances.

The Hollywood Bowl uses CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during performances.

The Cirque du Soleil shows at the Bellagio and Wynn resorts use CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during performances.

The San Francisco Opera uses CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during performances.

The Princess of Wales Theatre uses CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during performances.

The Cirque du Soleil shows at the Bell Centre and Old Montreal use CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during performances.

The Vancouver Opera uses CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during performances.

The Calgary Stampede uses CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during the rodeo and other events.

The Manitoba Theatre Centre uses CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during performances.

The Palacio de Bellas Artes uses CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during performances.

The Xcaret eco-park uses CO2 to create special effects in its underground river swim and other attractions.

The Teatro Degollado uses CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during performances.

The Gran Museo del Mundo Maya uses CO2 to create special effects in its exhibits.

The Arena Monterrey uses CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during concerts and sporting events.

The West End production of “The Lion King” uses CO2 to create a variety of special effects, including fog, smoke, and snow.

The Moulin Rouge cabaret show uses CO2 to create smoke effects during its performances.

The Friedrichstadt-Palast theater uses CO2 to create fog and smoke effects during its performances.

The Sagrada Família church uses CO2 to create snow effects during its Christmas light show.

The Colosseum is lit up with CO2-powered lasers during its annual New Year’s Eve celebration.

GAO RFID Inc. RFID Hardware, a sister company of GAO Tek Inc., is ranked as a top 10 RFID supplier in the world. Its RFID, BLE, and IoT products have also been widely used in arts, entertainment, and recreation industry.

ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION INDUSTRY

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Use of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) With Leading Software And Cloud Services in Arts, Entertainment, And Recreation Industry

GAO Tek has used or has facilitated its customers to use GAO’s carbon dioxide (CO2) with some of the leading software and cloud services in their applications. Examples of such leading software and cloud services include:

Special Effects Control Software
Event Management Software
Environmental Monitoring and Control Software
Fire Safety Simulation and Management Software
Energy Management and Efficiency Software
Safety Assessment and Analysis Tools
Environmental Impact Assessment Software
Event Simulation and Planning Software
Cloud-Based Special Effects Control Platforms
Event Management and Ticketing Services
Environmental Monitoring and Data Analytics Services
Safety Compliance and Reporting Services
Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Reporting Services

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Meeting Customers’ Demands

Large Choice of Products

In order to satisfy the diversified needs of their corporate customers, GAO Tek Inc. and its sister company GAO RFID Inc. together offer a wide choice of testing and measurement devices, network products, RFID, BLE, IoT, and drones.

Fast Delivery

To shorten the delivery to our customers, GAO has maintained a large stock of its products and is able to ship overnight within the continental U.S. and Canada, and fast delivery to Mexico and Europe from the nearest warehouse.

Local to Our Customers

We are located in both the U.S. and Canada. We travel to customers’ premises if necessary. Hence, we provide a very strong local support to our customers in North America, particularly the U.S., Canada and Mexico and Europe.

Furthermore, we have built partnerships with some integrators, consulting firms and other service providers in different cities to further strengthen our services. Here are some of the service providers in arts, entertainment, and recreation industry we have worked with to serve our joint customers:

Accenture
Anixter
Arts Consulting Group
Atos
Bain & Company
Broadway Technology
Capgemini
CDW
Clear Channel Communications
Cognizant
Comcast Technology Solutions
Deloitte
Disney Technology Services
DXC Technology
Ernst & Young (EY)
Harman Professional Solutions
IBM
Insight
Integrate Systems
KPMG
McKinsey & Company
NEC Corporation of America
NTT DATA
Presidio
PwC
Samsung Business
SHI
Siemens
Sony Electronics
Spectra
Telcel Business
Telefónica Tech
TELUS Business Solutions
The Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
Unisys
Verizon Busines

GAO Has Many Customers in Arts, Entertainment, And Recreation Industry

The products from both GAO Tek Inc. and GAO RFID Inc. have been widely used in arts, entertainment, and recreation industry by many customers, including some leading companies. Here is more information on applications of GAO RFID Inc.’s products in arts, entertainment, and recreation industry.

ARTS, ENTERTAINMENT, AND RECREATION INDUSTRY

RFID Systems by Industry

Here are some of GAO’s customers in arts, entertainment, and recreation industry: