How to measure it
Provide overall height, equipment model and weight, mounting orientation, desired base concealment and available footprint. If used as a pair, also give the spacing and whether a banner, span or cable crosses between them.
Event structure guide · Updated September 2026
Truss Tower & Totem Malaysia.
Compact vertical truss for lighting, speakers, signage, décor or focused event features.
What this structure is
Define the complete outcome first.
A tower or totem is a compact vertical feature used to elevate lighting, signage, speakers or décor. Although visually simple, its stability depends on height, top load, base size, audience proximity and outdoor exposure.
Compact vertical truss for lighting, speakers, signage, décor or focused event features. It may be assembled from box, rectangular, triangular, ladder or another compatible profile according to the final structural concept; those profiles are not interchangeable by appearance.
Size guide
Common enquiry dimensions.
1.5 mSetup size; final overall footprint and arrangement require confirmation.
2 mSetup size; final overall footprint and arrangement require confirmation.
2.5 mSetup size; final overall footprint and arrangement require confirmation.
3 mSetup size; final overall footprint and arrangement require confirmation.
Custom tower pairSetup size; final overall footprint and arrangement require confirmation.
How it operates
Totems are valuable for focused accents where a full goalpost is unnecessary. Ballast and barriers may remain visible or need scenic integration; any cladding should preserve inspection and avoid adding unreviewed wind area.
Detailed use cases
Where truss tower & totem fits.
Moving-head lights
The final width, height, depth and support strategy follow the event layout, attached elements, audience view and site conditions.
Speaker positions
The final width, height, depth and support strategy follow the event layout, attached elements, audience view and site conditions.
Entrance markers
The final width, height, depth and support strategy follow the event layout, attached elements, audience view and site conditions.
Sponsor signs
The final width, height, depth and support strategy follow the event layout, attached elements, audience view and site conditions.
DJ stages
The final width, height, depth and support strategy follow the event layout, attached elements, audience view and site conditions.
Exhibition features
The final width, height, depth and support strategy follow the event layout, attached elements, audience view and site conditions.
When to select another solution
Tall or outdoor totems need adequate base and stability; a small base plate is not universal approval.
Approximate Malaysia setup range
RM 400–RM 3,500+
This is a non-binding budget for early discussion, not a published package or offer. Large-format, outdoor and multi-layer designs vary significantly with the structural concept and operating requirements.
Setup reference · reviewed September 2026
Confirm every inclusion
- Truss profile, corners and connectors
- Towers, bases, outriggers and bracing
- Ballast, foundations, hoists or motors
- Print, scenic panels, LED or lighting
- Delivery and return transport
- Installation and dismantling labour
- Drawings, calculations or approvals
- Weather monitoring and event standby
Project brief
Ten inputs for a useful quotation.
01Event date and full operating period
02Venue pin and exact build position
03Visible width and height required
04Overall width, height and depth available
05Stage, LED, print and scenic layout
06Every supported item and verified weight
07Graphic material and attachment method
08Indoor/outdoor, surface and exposure
09Loading route and installation sequence
10Approvals, handover and dismantling time
Why CK Event Management
Specialist backdrop thinking, full event context.
01
Large backdrop capability
Outdoor backdrops through 50 × 25 ft, with larger projects assessed individually.
02
Layered construction
Truss, print, scenic, LED and foreground planes are coordinated as one composition.
03
Production integration
Stage, screen, lighting, sound, access and event operations can share one brief.
04
Complete lifecycle
Delivery, installation, handover, dismantling and collection can be planned together.
Frequently asked questions
Truss Tower & Totem FAQ.
What sizes are available for truss tower & totem?
Common setup sizes include 1.5 m, 2 m, 2.5 m, 3 m, Custom tower pair. These are enquiry starting points, not pre-approved packages; the complete arrangement must suit the site, supported elements and available footprint.
How much does truss tower & totem cost in Malaysia?
Use RM 400–RM 3,500+ as an approximate early budget. The written quotation changes with dimensions, structure type, bases or towers, ballast, transport, labour, rental duration, supported production and site requirements.
Can truss tower & totem be used outdoors?
Outdoor suitability requires review of the complete wind-facing area, ground, supports, ballast or foundations, weather exposure and operating response. Indoor equipment is not made outdoor-ready merely by adding weights.
What information does CK need to quote?
Send the event date, venue pin, visible and overall dimensions, stage or screen plan, material or equipment details, indoor or outdoor status, ground surface, access and approved installation and dismantling times.
Does the price include setup and dismantling?
Delivery, installation, handover and dismantling can be included. Lighting, LED, print, scenic production, power, operators, hoists, ballast and engineering should be confirmed line by line in the quotation.
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Understand what can build the structure.
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02Ladder Truss
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03Triangular Truss
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