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Special Effect Expert for Propane Flames Firefly Cannons and Gas Flame Effects

We did  Big 30 foot propane Flames At the Everest Challenge at Disney's Animal Kingdom May 3rd 2014  for the Expedition Everest Challenge 5K nighttime. 

While Disney could hire anyone, Disney special effects dept  pick Zigmont Magic FX as the best Vendor to do this safe as the the  event was open to the general Public.

Propane Flames in a light rain mist at Disney

Looking for Special Effects Propane or Gas Effects in Florida, like you seen on Stage or in a Movie?

The shooters point of view at the controls operating Flames, lots to watch and kept track of.

We provided Special Effects Propane Flames for a Kraft Food Convention Party Event at Marco Island Marroitt Beach.

We provide 4 Dragonfly's 30 foot flame systems for the introduction of the opening game of the Tampa Rays Major League Baseball

Propane Flames At Tropicana Field For the Tampa Rays Video Clip

We Provide the gear ready to roll on to the field and self contain for a 3 minutes roll off set up and strike.

Univision's "Premio Lo Nuestro," The annual Latin music awards

Univision's "Premio Lo Nuestro," The annual Latin music awards show 2011 in American Airlines Arena Miami
We provided 4 - 30 ft flames

Premio Lo Nuestro is TV’s longest running, top-rated Latin music awards show

We have shot our Propane Flame effects at Sports Events, Sports Events on Live TV, Concerts, Corporate Conventions, NASCAR Events.

The FireFly 10 foot Propane Flame System (Made IS USA) Approved by all Fire Marshals in the entire US for indoor use.

All our flame systems are approved, *labeled, *listed and certified by ARL ( Applied Research Laboratory), State Mechanic Certified to comply with NFPA 160.2001
Listed.* Equipment, materials, or services included in a list published by an organization that is acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction and concerned with evaluation of products or services, that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials or periodic evaluation of services, and whose listing states that either the equipment, material, or service meets identified standards or has been tested and found suitable for a specified purpose.
Labeled * Equipment or materials to which has been attached a label, symbol, or other identifying mark of an organization that is acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction and concerned with product evaluation, that maintains periodic inspection of production of labeled equipment or materials, and by whose labeling the manufacturer indicates compliance with appropriate standards or performance in a specified manner.

The Fire Fly mini propane flame unit is an economical solution for small applications that require a real flame effect. The units can be operated directly off the fuel tank, with no gas accumulator.

John Deer used Propane Flames effects on St Pete Beach for their Beach Party Event

We did add atmosphere as we lit up the pathway for all to leave.

DragonFly 35 foot System Cannon - Above see the one inch supply hose which dumps the accumulator tanks seen below next to the propane supply bottles.

Types of effects include Plumes of Fire, Fireballs,Gas Balls Style,Flame Bars, Campfires, Urns and Cauldrons, burning logos and Custom effects.

Propane fueled effects produce a plume of intense flame up to 35 feet high. They are economical and safe and suitable for multiple use. They are acceptable for on stage flame effects near talent and in most applications, do require special permits. The plumes instantly disappear when the unit deactivates and leave no residue. Both units we utilize comply with applicable codes and bear the ARL testing lab's certifications.

Propane flame setup with Flame bars

Propane flame unit, flame cannon, controller, controller hose, propane supply hose, e-valve all NFPA 160 compliant labeled and listed . A above see the one inch supply hose which dumps the 20 gal or 48 gal accumulator tank seen below next to the propane supply bottles. The LP supply feeds the accumulator tank with the gas.

The Dragonfly arena setup all self contained

Two Flame bars, the accumulator tank and I am at the controller. Yes look how safe the flames are in proximity of the vehicles

Definitions for our Propane Flame Cannons

Accumulator: A container or piping that holds a predetermined volume of fuel that is ready for use in a flame effect.

Accumulator Charge Valve: A valve used to control the flow of fuel into an accumulator.

Direct Ignition: An automatic or manual ignition system that ignites fuel without a pilot.

Effect Valve: The last fuel shutoff valve before the flame effect burner.

A tower can be use to isolate the flame effect form the audience, allow the flames to be closer. As seen here 30 ft Flame Cannons at The Ultra Music Festival

With our small cannons you can have from a small 12 inch flame up to a 10-foot high, Propane Flame that will keep a constant (never ending) burst of fire shooting into the arena, short bursts or fire balls. Can be configured as a flame bar or ring as an option. These flames can be shooting in the air every few seconds for the entire introduction

The bigger cannons units shoot up to 20 – 30 feet of Propane Flames that can be shot at strategic intervals but less times, around (limited) 10 times with a 10 pound tank and 25 times+ with a 40 pound bottle. These use 3 x the amount of propane per head. We can provide a curved flame bar with a larger Flame that will keep a constant flame. These larger cannons adds a bit of excitement to the existing smaller 10 ft flames.

We are a Special FX company that specializes in Fire and Flame Cannon Effects. Flames and Fire Effects are a great addition to any show. Propane Flame cannons can shoot gigantic fireballs or columns of fire up to 30 feet in the air. They are acceptable for on stage flame effects near talent.
Special Effect Flame bars can be used to emit flames from various shapes, whether it's a flat bar, arch bar, or a custom shape.

Propane special effects can simulate a campfire, can be used to introduce a sports team, simulate movie effect crash, simulate a building on fire, enhance a moment, to provide emotion, gain attention,to carry a theme or story, or to reinforce branding. Sometimes it’s just about impact and getting people rallied up.

Need Gas Flames special effects Call Magic F/X 813.689.6269 Tampa Florida

Magic F/X provided 35 foot Flames Cannons for Nascar on FOX TV for the Budweiser Shootout.flame up to 30 feet high.

The special effect propane cannon plume instantly disappear when the unit deactivates and leave no residue

We are a licensed Flame effect operator in the State of Texas & the State of Nevada Certified NFPA 160.2001 Flame Propane Effects Operator with a successful completion of a comprehensive written examination. We are able to use propane in a majority of City & States.

Our larger Propane Flame Cannon units shoot flames from 10 – 30 feet high with a thicker flame that can be shot at strategic intervals but less hits, around 12 times with a 10 pound tank and 25 times with a 20 pound propane bottle and 50 shots with a 40 pound bottle per head with accumulator tank. These units use 3 times + the amount of propane per head than the smaller 10 foot units. The 30 foot flames are an real attention getter and was seen on many NFL Superbowl Half Time Shows. Adds real excitement to the any stadium, outdoor show or event. As seen at concerts and sporting events worldwide.

Flame Bars can be used for reveals and attract attention. They can be very close to people and cars.

We are Licensed Flame effect operators

Licensed State of Texas Flame (Propane & Gas) Effects Operator Certified NFPA 160.2001
Licensed State of Nevada Flame Propane Effects Operator Certified NFPA 160.2001

Our systems electronic parts of our system are approved and certified by Applied Research Laboratories (ARL), CSA, UL, OHSA, Florida Mechanic & NFPA 160 Codes and bear the ARL testing lab's certifications. Every controller provides feedback as to the status of the flame unit. Redundant PLC's and double shut off values to the either 5-10-20-40 pound tanks.

Propane Safety

Flame effect classification - NFPA 160 Group 3

1. Clearance -10 feet from any performer and 20 feet + from audience.
2. Propane fuels - use approved hoses and E - Values.
3. Propane 5-10-20 -pound bottles will be 10 feet away from flame source or flame head.
4. Heads have a pilot confirmation and a safety control with two shut off values.
5. Flames have been design to prevent accidental firing and emergency stop.
6. Propane Flame heads should have a safety system like a Honeywell intermittent pilot module, providing system status and feedback with its sensors.
7. System should be approved and certified by ARL, CSA, UL, OHSA, States Mechanic & NFPA 160.2001 Codes.
8. Rehearse the pyro display. "Ask for product demo in the venue the day before or morning of the show" "This will let you know, in a safe environment, how the product will perform in the venue, and if there are any additional changes that need to be made to account for the pyrotechnic effects." If you are using talent, be sure to include them in the pryo rehearsal. "This will allow the artist to be familiar with the effect and to maintain a comfortable distance from the devices while performing.
9. Get a copy of the permit issued by the fire department. "Many fully licensed amateur pyrotechnicians - such as disc jockeys - claim they do not use enough pyrotechnic devices, and therefore are exempt from obtaining a permit". That is simply untrue, Plus there no such thing as a cold burning gerb sparks in pyro.
10. Leave yourself plenty of time. "Most cities require that request for permits are submitted 15 to 30 days before the event is to take place.

Definitions for our Propane Flame Cannons

Accumulator: A container or piping that holds a predetermined volume of fuel that is ready for use in a flame effect.

Accumulator Charge Valve: A valve used to control the flow of fuel into an accumulator.

Direct Ignition: An automatic or manual ignition system that ignites fuel without a pilot.

Effect Valve: The last fuel shutoff valve before the flame effect burner.

Fail-Safe: A state or an attribute of a system such that every single point failure in the system results in all controlling parts of the system with the ability to do harm to humans, animals, or equipment being disconnected from all sources of power and stored energy at the primary disconnect point.

Flame Effect:The combustion of flammable solids, liquids, or gases to produce thermal, physical, visual, or audible phenomena before an audience.

Flame Effect Assistant: A person who works under the supervision of the flame effect operator.

Flame Effects Burner: A burner designed to produce specific sizes and configurations of flames for flame effects. Industry calls this the cannon

Flame Effects Operator: The single person with overall responsibility for flame effects operations and safety.

Operator Qualifications: The operator of any flame effect shall understand and be familiar with the operating manual or instructions. The operator shall demonstrate competency by experience and training or by holding a license acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction.

Labeled: Equipment or materials to which has been attached a label, symbol, or other identifying mark of an organization that is acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction and concerned with product evaluation, that maintains periodic inspection of production of labeled equipment or materials, and by whose labeling the manufacturer indicates compliance with appropriate standards or performance in a specified manner.

Listed: Equipment, materials, or services included in a list published by an organization that is acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction and concerned with evaluation of products or services, that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials or periodic evaluation of services, and whose listing states that either the equipment, material, or service meets identified standards or has been tested and found suitable for a specified purpose.

Primary Safety Control: A control with a sensor that is directly responsive to the ignition device attributes necessary for the safe operation of the effect. In the event of ignition failure or loss of flame, the control causes a safety shutdown.

Proof-of-Closure Valve: A safety shutoff valve equipped with an interlock switch that is actuated only when the valve is fully closed.

Proven Pilot: A pilot flame supervised by a primary safety control.

Safety Shutdown (Lockout): The safe shutdown of the flame effect in the event of the actuation of any flame effect primary safety control or limit switch. The flame effect can be restarted only after a manual reset following correction of the abnormal condition.

Safety Shutoff Valve: A listed, fast-closing valve that automatically and completely shuts off the fuel supply in response to a normal or safety shutdown.

Supervisory Cock: A listed, manually actuated valve with two double-pole, double-throw switches that prove the valve position.

Vent Valve: A listed, normally open, power-closed valve, normally located between the two safety shutoff valves.
Your Florida - Tampa - Orlando and Southeastern Propane Flame Effect Specialist since 1998

A Volcano for a live event at Ruth Eckard Performing Art Center, with Propane Flames, Cyro Jets and LSG

Propane special effects can simulate a campfire, can be used to introduce a sports team, simulate movie effect crash, simulate a building on fire, enhance a moment, to provide emotion, gain attention,to carry a theme or story, or to reinforce branding. Sometimes it’s just about impact and getting people rallied up.

We have shot our Propane Flame effects at Sports Events, Sports Events on Live TV, Concerts, Corporate Conventions, NASCAR Events.

FireFly 10 foot Propane Flame System

The FireFly mini propane flame unit is an economical solution for small applications that require a real flame effect. The units can be operated directly off the fuel tank, with no gas accumulator.

DragonFly 35 foot System Cannon - Above see the one inch supply hose which dumps the accumulator tanks seen below next to the propane supply bottles

Propane fueled effects produce a plume of intense flame up to 35 feet high. They are economical and safe and suitable for multiple use. They are acceptable for on stage flame effects near talent and in most applications, do require special permits. The plumes instantly disappear when the unit deactivates and leave no residue. Both units we utilize comply with applicable codes and bear the ARL testing lab's certifications.

Propane flame setup with Flame bars

Propane flame unit, flame cannon, controller, controller hose, propane supply hose, e-valve all NFPA 160 compliant labled and listed.A bove see the one inch supply hose which dumps the accumulator tanks seen below next to the propane supply bottles. The 3/3 supply's the accumalator with the gas.

Definitions for our Propane Flame Cannons

Accumulator: A container or piping that holds a predetermined volume of fuel that is ready for use in a flame effect.

Accumulator Charge Valve: A valve used to control the flow of fuel into an accumulator.

Direct Ignition: An automatic or manual ignition system that ignites fuel without a pilot.

Effect Valve: The last fuel shutoff valve before the flame effect burner.

Armed with the best gear that money can buy and we are licence and certified by 4 states. We can offer fire and flames in many different shapes. We can do 1 foot to 30 foot plumes/balls of fire for sports players entrance or a Olympic cauldron with burning torch. Flames indoors for corporate events flame bars or shapes. We have been offering propane effects since 1998. We have all the accessories to make any custom effect. We have 6 different flame bars and low pressure regulators, needle valves, nozzles to make different flame shapes, manifolds for multiple tank supply, large accumulator tanks, all fire controller, custom hose lengths, fire blankets, leak detectors all the tools of the trade and tricks of the trade.

Propane Flames Videos

Tampa Rays Major League Baseball Day Game Propane Flames Video Clip

Propane Flames At Tropicana Field For the Tampa Rays

30 FT Flames for the Honda Grand Prix VIP Party at the St. Pete Pier Rooftop

Video of Cyro Jets and Propane Flames Outdoors 

Propane Camp Fire on the Beach

Propane Flame Bar -Test

NBA Florida Flames Game

30 foot Propane Flame Cannon - Test

30 ft Flame Cannons at The Ultra Music Festival

Film Short with Propane Flames USF Project

LSG Ground Fog and Propane Flames on Test Stage

xWe are trained specialists, licensed and certified with continuing education in Flame Effects

Licensed State of Texas Flame Certified (Propane & Gas) Effects Operator Certified NFPA 160.2001
Licensed State of Nevada Certified Propane Effects Operator NFPA 160.2001
Licensed State of Ohio Licensed Certified Flame Effects Operator NFPA 160.2001
Licensed State of Tennessee Flame Effect Operator Certified NFPA 160.2001

We can supply 10 foot flames at a gala party entrance, flames as guests drive by.

Below is the setup for the above photo

We are a Special FX company in Florida that specializes in Fire and Propane Flame Cannon Effects. Special FX Flames and Fire Effects are a great addition to any show. Propane Flame cannons can shoot gigantic fireballs or columns of fire up to 30 feet in the air. They are acceptable for on stage flame effects near talent.

Movie Flames; We were on set for USF film short. We were making it appear as if the house were on fire.

Film Short with Propane Flame Video Demo

Mega event Honda Grandprix St. Petersburg Florida

DragonFly 35 foot System Cannon

The DragonFly flame system is an economical solution for applications that require a large flame effect. Flames can reach up to 30 feet. the system uses a standing pilot system controlled by a Honeywell Intermittent Pilot Module to assure reliable and safe light-off. The DragonFly is rechargable and complies to standard safety codes.

The roof top setup of the pier

Our 30 Foot Propane Flames sho high and all night for the Honda St. Petersburg FloridaGrand Prix VIP Party for sponsors, crews and drivers at the St. Pete Pier. We provided 40 cues of 30 Foot flames within the 4 hours of the party.

Sports Events

FX Flame bars can be used to emit flames from various shapes, whether it's a flat bar, arch bar, a custom shape or in water for fire on top of water effect.

Firefly shoots off truss

Need Gas Flames special Effects Call Magic F/X 813.689.6269 Tampa Florida

Gas flame effects can be as small as a 2 foot fire balls and as large as a 30 foot fire columns. These effects can enhance any indoor or outdoor sporting event, corporate convention or special event production. Flame units can provide short burst and long duration flames.

Propane Flame Bars

We have flames available from a few feet to 30 foot units that can take the shape of a plumes of fire, mushroom shapes, flame bars, long duration flame, rings or half rings . These effects are for use in close proximity to performers and spectators. We can supply a open fire pit that looks real but is an propane unit.

We provide Special FX for NASCAR 27th Annual 2005 Nextel Cup Budweiser Shootout - On FOX TV

All our flame systems are approved, *labeled, *listed and certified by ARL ( Applied Research Laboratory), State Mechanic Certified to comply with NFPA 160.2001 Codes.
Listed.* Equipment, materials, or services included in a list published by an organization that is acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction and concerned with evaluation of products or services, that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials or periodic evaluation of services, and whose listing states that either the equipment, material, or service meets identified standards or has been tested and found suitable for a specified purpose.
Labeled * Equipment or materials to which has been attached a label, symbol, or other identifying mark of an organization that is acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction and concerned with product evaluation, that maintains periodic inspection of production of labeled equipment or materials, and by whose labeling the manufacturer indicates compliance with appropriate standards or performance in a specified manner.

DragonFly 35 foot System Cannon,Propane fueled effects produce a plume of intense flame up to 30 feet high.

The DragonFly 35 foot System Cannon propane Flame cannons plume instantly disappear when the unit deactivates and leave no residue

Magic F/X provided 35 foot Flames Cannons for Nascar on FOX TV for the Budweiser Shootout.

Firefly 10 foot Flames

Magic F/X is providing Propane Flames for all the 2004-05 home games of the Florida Flames. The NBA - NBDL league basketball team, at the Germain Arena Fort Myer Florida. Pyro and Propane flame fired on a wooden basketball court is not a problem.

Team feels more professional with special effects

Flame coach Dennis Johnson said the first game's hoopla may have distracted his players — a factor they won't have to face the rest of the season. "When you get out there and the smoke's going and the flame's going, everybody wants to do well," Johnson said. "We pressed a little." The game marked the beginning of a new era for professional basketball in Southwest Florida. By DAVID DORSEY
Published by news-press.com on November 22, 2004

See our C02 jets special effects in the background

All fire systems conform to nationally recognized codes and standards as well as N.F.P.A. 160.

We are a licensed Flame effect operator in the State of Texas & the State of Nevada Certified NFPA 160.2001 Flame Propane Effects Operator with a successful completion of a comprehensive written examination. We are able to use propane in a majority of City & States.

We can bring Propane Flames as a special effect for any event for an unbelievable WOW accent. Our smaller Propane Flames system can keep a constant (600 1 sec hits with a 20 lbs tank) burst of fire shooting on any stage indoor or out. You can place these units very close to talent and scenic elements. These flames can be adjusted to shoot from 2 - 10 feet high filling the air every few seconds with pillars of flame or fire balls. We can simulate the olympic fire cauldron indoors or out.

Three 10 foot flames heads

Propane Flame heads are controlled and monitored with Honeywell intermittent pilot module, providing system status and feedback with it's sensors and is complete with an E-Stop feature. The electronic parts of our system are approved and certified by Applied Research Laboratories (ARL), CSA, UL, OHSA, Florida Mechanic & NFPA 160 Codes and bear the ARL testing lab's certifications. Every controller provides feedback as to the status of the flame unit. Redundant PLC's (programmable logic controller) and double shut off values to the either 5-10-20-40 pound tanks.

Four 30 foot flame heads on a truss structure

Our larger Propane Flame units shoot flames from 10 – 30 feet high with a thicker flame that can be shot at strategic intervals but less hits, around 12 times with a 10 pound tank and 25 times with a 20 pound propane bottle and 50 shots with a 30 pound bottle per head with accumulator tank. (Its 50 shoots once the propane pressure renews) These units use 3 times + the amount of propane per head than the smaller 10 foot units. The 30 foot flames are an real attention getter and was seen on many NFL Super bowl Half Time Shows. Adds real excitement to the any stadium, outdoor show or event. As seen at concerts and sporting events worldwide.

Multiple Pyro Flame and Propane Flame at a concert .

FX Flame Bars can be used for reveals and attract attention. They can be very close to people and cars. These flame bars are high pressure setting short durations. Can be configured to low pressure burn. A larger accumulator tank can lenghten the burn. These are 20 foot flame bars.

Arched (curved) Flame Bars with low pressure regulator for long duration flame burn, from a few inches of fire, or we can increase the low pressure settings for a few feet of flames. Arches are a sure way of introducing sports teams or makes a LOOK HERE statement. Match CO2 Cyro jets blasting down and you have some awesome entrance. Thisflame bar curve will match curved truss.

These are 14 foot flame arch.

4 Foot Flame Bar, can be a 10 foot bar

You can have fire and flames on water for events with pools and fountains. We can temporarily turn any swimming pool into flame effect centered around your party.

Hollywood Stunt Propane Dump Tank - Street Can Explosion

Demo Color Flames

NEW Continuous Color Flames that are 12 foot high with one head can change to one of four colors, Red-Green-Blue-Yellow.

Special Effect 80 Foot Flame Propane Cannon - 15 stories high (you'll feel the heat)

Licensed Flame effect operator

Licensed State of Texas Flame (Propane & Gas) Effects Operator Certified NFPA 160.2001
Licensed State of Nevada Flame Propane Effects Operator Certified NFPA 160.2001

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