Pyrotechnics

There are two main differences between pyrotechnics and fireworks, pyrotechnics produce much less debris and can be used in closer proximity to the audience.

Pyrotechnics include stage gerbs, stage fountains, stage mines, flames, fireballs, smoke effects and stage comets. Fireworks include the more traditional effects such as rockets, shells, candles, cakes, mines, gerbs and set pieces.

Pyrotechnics are excellent for displays that require highly visual presentations of light, sound and heat at sensitive locations. They allow for displays that are highly entertaining but are safer than traditional fireworks. This offers peace of mind to organisers requiring a display in close proximity to the audience or to buildings and landscapes that require the utmost care.

When deciding whether to use pyrotechnics or fireworks it must be remembered that it is only fireworks that offer the full range of bursting effects and wide spreads of sound and colour. Pyrotechnics are generally safer with less debris but the choice of effects is more limited.

Frontier Fireworks have been able to mix the use of both pyrotechnics and fireworks to create more dynamic and flexible displays. Please discuss any ideas you have with the Frontier team to obtain the best effect.