Complete Global Truss Buying Guide 2026
Global Truss gear in this guide runs from $153.99 CAD to $3,052.99 CAD. It is for mobile DJs, event producers, venue technicians, and production crews building safe support systems for lighting, sound equipment, displays, and staging. The job is simple, but the buying decision is not: select compatible truss sections, corners, bases, junctions, and lift stands that suit your layout and load plan. This Global Truss buying guide Canada edition focuses on the F34 square-truss ecosystem, F32 I-beam parts, and crank stands that make sense for real event work.
Global Truss Overview
Global Truss builds the structural parts that sit behind a large amount of event production work: straight truss, corners, junctions, base plates, crank stands, and systems intended to support lighting and sound equipment. Its appeal is not novelty. It is modularity. You can start with a pair of stands and a short span for a DJ rig, then add compatible sections, corners, and support hardware as your work expands.
The F34 range is a central part of the lineup covered here. It is Global Truss's 12 inch, or 290 mm, square truss family with 50 mm main tubes. F34 sections connect with conical couplers, pins, and R-clips. That shared connection method matters because a truss purchase is rarely a one-off purchase. A straight section needs the correct corner, base, or junction to become a workable structure.
Global Truss also offers F32 two-chord I-beam truss components. F32 uses the same conical couplers, pins, and R-clips as F33 and F34, but it is a different truss format. Do not treat all truss pieces as interchangeable based on appearance alone. Confirm the series, connection system, intended orientation, load requirements, and engineering requirements before committing to a design.
Global Truss Product Line Breakdown
Crank Stands
Global Truss crank stands are for crews that need to raise a truss span or supported equipment gradually rather than manhandling a loaded assembly into place. The DT-3800L is $536.99 CAD for mobile DJs and smaller event setups that need a controlled lift for a modest truss load. The DT-PRO5200 is $3,052.99 CAD for professional production teams that need to raise heavier supported loads higher.
These are not interchangeable purchases. The DT-3800L is rated for up to 175 lb and reaches 12.2 feet. The DT-PRO5200 reaches 16 feet and carries up to 440 lb. Buy the stand around the complete supported system, including truss, fixtures, clamps, cabling, and any other mounted equipment. A stand capacity is not permission to guess at a rig's structural requirements.
F34 Square Truss
F34 square truss is for DJs, venues, exhibition builders, and event crews that need modular straight spans and right-angle structures for supported equipment or displays. The F34-SQ-4111 is $647.99 CAD for buyers needing a 1.5 m straight section to fill a short gap. The F34-SQ-4114 is $1,022.99 CAD for crews planning a longer 3.0 m span.
The available straight sections in this guide cover 1.5 m, 2.0 m, 3.0 m, and 3.5 m lengths. Choosing a mix of lengths can reduce the need to compromise on your overall footprint. It can also make transport easier than relying on only the longest possible sections. Every F34 part listed here uses the same square-truss family, but your final configuration still needs appropriate load planning and safe assembly practice.
Truss Corners and Junctions
Global Truss corners and junctions are for builders turning a straight run into an arch, rectangle, booth frame, or multi-direction structure. The F34-SQ-4121 is $560.99 CAD for crews that need a 90 degree turn in an F34 layout. The F32-IB-4068H is $501.99 CAD for users building a horizontal three-way connection with F32 I-beam truss.
Angles matter. A 90 degree corner suits conventional square or rectangular designs. A 120 degree or 135 degree corner makes sense for less conventional footprints, but it changes how the whole structure occupies a room and where the forces travel. Junctions add even more options, though they also make a build more demanding to plan. If you are ordering parts for a public event, draw the layout first and confirm each component's compatibility before purchase.
Base Plates
Global Truss base plates are for builders who need a stable mounting point at the bottom of a compatible truss structure. The F34-GT-MH-BASE is $153.99 CAD for F34 users who need a compact multi-hole base plate. The DT-GP-BASE/30 is $1,093.99 CAD for larger compatible systems that call for a raised 30 inch base plate.
The two parts serve different systems and scales. The F34-GT-MH-BASE is specifically compatible with F34 square truss. The DT-GP-BASE/30 supports a wider list of compatible systems, including F34, DT34P, DT36, DT44, DT46, and DT-GP 12 inch bolt truss. Its DT-GP series uses end plates and Grade 8 bolts instead of conical couplers, so connection style needs to be part of your buying decision.
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Global Truss DT-PRO5200 16ft Crank Stand
The DT-PRO5200 is $3,052.99 CAD for professional lighting and sound crews that need to elevate a substantial supported load with controlled crank operation. It is the serious stand in this guide, aimed at larger production jobs where height and capacity are central requirements.
Its maximum working height is 16 feet and its stated load capacity is 440 lb. The rack-and-pinion elevation design raises all riser segments evenly and simultaneously, while the automatic safety system adds an important layer of protection during elevation. Built-in casters, a removable crank handle, and a folded 15 by 15 inch footprint help with transport and storage. This is expensive, and it should be. Buy it because your rig actually requires its capacity and working height, not because it looks more professional than a smaller stand.
Global Truss F34-SQ-4112 2.0m Square Truss
The F34-SQ-4112 is $746.99 CAD for DJs, event crews, and display builders who need a 2.0 m F34 section to create a supported span. It is a practical middle length for assembling a truss frame without committing to the longest sections in every case.
This 6.56 foot section belongs to the F34 square-truss range and uses conical couplers, pins, and R-clips for connection. It is suited to displays, events, and DJ applications where a modular square-truss system makes sense. A 2.0 m piece is often useful as the main span in a compact setup or as a fill section beside shorter and longer pieces. Its value depends on your plan. Measure the venue, account for stand placement and base footprint, then choose lengths that land where you need them.
Global Truss ARCH-SYSTEM-1 Mobile DJ Archway System
The ARCH-SYSTEM-1 is $2,049.99 CAD for mobile DJs and event planners who need a defined 10 by 8 foot visual structure to support lights and sound equipment. It gives a performance area more shape than a pair of speaker stands and a plain table setup.
The system is intended for entertainment venues and conventions, and its height and width can be extended with F23 triangular truss series parts. That extension option is useful only if F23 is part of your plan. Do not assume F34 components are the answer simply because both products carry the Global Truss name. For wedding DJs, corporate event suppliers, and small production companies, the ARCH-SYSTEM-1 makes the most sense when presentation matters and you need a repeatable structure that can travel between jobs.
Global Truss DT-3800L 12ft Crank Stand
The DT-3800L is $536.99 CAD for DJs and smaller production crews that need a crank-operated stand to raise a truss weighing up to 175 lb. It is a sensible choice for controlled lifting in rigs that do not demand the cost or capacity of the DT-PRO5200.
The two-section, single-riser design reaches a maximum height of 12.2 feet, with a minimum height of 5.6 feet. Its wide 45 inch footprint is intended to support stable placement. The crank raises the truss slowly, which is the point: it gives you more control than trying to lift a built system by hand. It does not accept a second riser and is not air cushioned. Keep your expectations realistic, build within the stated capacity, and use it as part of a properly planned support system.
Global Truss F32-IB-4068H 3-Way I-Beam T-Junction
The F32-IB-4068H is $501.99 CAD for production builders using F32 I-beam truss who need a horizontal three-way junction for a more complex layout. Its job is to join compatible runs where a standard straight section cannot create the required direction change.
F32 is Global Truss's two-chord I-beam truss with 50 mm main tubes. This junction uses the same conical couplers, pins, and R-clips found in the F33 and F34 systems, but it is specifically an F32 part. That distinction matters. A junction is a structural decision, not decorative hardware. Use it only in a planned F32 configuration, with the intended horizontal orientation and appropriate engineering support for the finished structure.
Who Is Global Truss For?
Global Truss is for working DJs, event companies, venue operators, exhibit builders, lighting technicians, and production teams that need modular support hardware instead of improvised solutions. A mobile DJ may start with a compact arch or a pair of crank stands supporting a modest lighting span. A venue or production supplier may need F34 straight sections, corners, junctions, and bases that can be configured around different rooms and recurring event formats.
This is also gear for buyers who plan before ordering. Truss systems demand accurate measurements, compatible connection methods, realistic load calculations, and safe installation. If you only need to mount one lightweight effect in a bedroom studio, this is likely more infrastructure than you need. If your work involves public events, repeated load-ins, lighting fixtures, or a polished DJ presentation, Global Truss parts can form the basis of a system that grows with your jobs.
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DT-GP-BASE/30 Raised Base Plate
The DT-GP-BASE/30 is $1,093.99 CAD for production builders who need a raised 30 inch base plate for larger compatible truss systems. Its job is to provide a substantial base point for F34, F34P, DT36, and DT-GP applications.
The plate measures 30 by 30 inches and weighs 55 lb. It is compatible with F34, DT34P, DT36, DT44, DT46, and DT-GP 12 inch bolt truss. The DT-GP series uses end plates and Grade 8 bolts rather than conical couplers. That makes this a deliberate system choice, not a generic F34 accessory.
F34-GT-MH-BASE Multi-Hole Base Plate
The F34-GT-MH-BASE is $153.99 CAD for F34 users who need a compact base plate with multiple mounting holes. Its job is to provide a foundation point for an F34 square-truss build without the size and cost of a raised heavy-duty plate.
It is a 1 foot by 1 foot aluminum plate, 5 mm thick, and weighs 3 lb. It is specifically listed for F34 square truss compatibility. That compact format suits applications where transport matters, but the final structure still needs an appropriate safety and load plan.
F34-SQ-4121 2-Way 90 Degree Square Corner
The F34-SQ-4121 is $560.99 CAD for F34 builders who need a 90 degree direction change to create a square or rectangular layout. Its job is to make a clean corner in a compatible truss system.
This corner is 1.64 feet long and built with 6082-T6 aluminum alloy. Use it for the standard turns required in booth frames, display structures, and conventional overhead layouts. It is a purpose-built F34 part, so keep the rest of the connected system in the same family.
F34-SQ-4130 4-Way Square T-Junction
The F34-SQ-4130 is $979.99 CAD for experienced F34 system builders who need to connect multiple truss directions at one point. Its job is to create a four-way square T-junction in a more involved structure.
This is a component for planned builds, not an accessory to add on impulse. It can expand the possible shapes of an F34 system, but each added direction changes the demands of the overall design. Confirm the intended layout before ordering.
F34-SQ-4126 3-Way 90 Degree Square Corner
The F34-SQ-4126 is $786.99 CAD for F34 users building a structure that needs a 90 degree corner plus an additional truss direction. Its job is to support more involved layouts than a basic two-way corner can handle.
A three-way corner can be useful in structures with a vertical leg or branching run. It also introduces more planning requirements. Match it with compatible F34 pieces and treat the finished assembly as a structural build, not a collection of independent parts.
F34-SQ-4111 1.5m Square Truss
The F34-SQ-4111 is $647.99 CAD for DJs and event builders who need a short 1.5 m F34 span to complete a measured layout. Its job is to fill smaller gaps in displays, event structures, and supported DJ setups.
At 4.92 feet, it gives you a useful shorter option beside 2.0 m, 3.0 m, and 3.5 m sections. It uses the F34 conical coupler, pin, and R-clip connection method. Short sections are often what make a layout fit a real room properly.
F34-SQ-4114 3.0m Square Truss
The F34-SQ-4114 is
