Fog effects at theater

[cindylou]

I just recently went to a concert that had a fog machine on the stage and coughed SO HARD. However, I've never had that happen before, so maybe it was just that time?? I've wondered about this as well, but like I said, I've never had a problem till recently.

 

[skydiverchic]

Im not sure if they are harmful or not. But I know that they get me coughing now when used to I would be fine around them. I also get a major headache.

 

[skydiverchic]

Im not sure if they are harmful or not. But I know that they get me coughing now when used to I would be fine around them. I also get a major headache.

 

[skydiverchic]

Im not sure if they are harmful or not. But I know that they get me coughing now when used to I would be fine around them. I also get a major headache.

 

[65rosessamurai]

If the fog goes down, it is dry ice (because cold air goes down), if the fog goes up, it could be a water mist, or actual smoke of some sort.
When I visited the Universal Studios in CA and Japan, they used a mixture of gasoline and kerosene (I think) for their explosions and it was really hot. Out in the open was no adverse effect, but when they used it indoors, I felt it was a bit harder to breathe--possible cause was that it was burning a lot of oxygen in such a small space. The dry ice, being carbon dioxide, may also take a lot of oxygen out of the air with its exposure to air.
I'm not an expert, but from my experience and the logic behind it, that's my conclusion (and input)

 

[65rosessamurai]

If the fog goes down, it is dry ice (because cold air goes down), if the fog goes up, it could be a water mist, or actual smoke of some sort.
When I visited the Universal Studios in CA and Japan, they used a mixture of gasoline and kerosene (I think) for their explosions and it was really hot. Out in the open was no adverse effect, but when they used it indoors, I felt it was a bit harder to breathe--possible cause was that it was burning a lot of oxygen in such a small space. The dry ice, being carbon dioxide, may also take a lot of oxygen out of the air with its exposure to air.
I'm not an expert, but from my experience and the logic behind it, that's my conclusion (and input)

 

[65rosessamurai]

If the fog goes down, it is dry ice (because cold air goes down), if the fog goes up, it could be a water mist, or actual smoke of some sort.
<br />When I visited the Universal Studios in CA and Japan, they used a mixture of gasoline and kerosene (I think) for their explosions and it was really hot. Out in the open was no adverse effect, but when they used it indoors, I felt it was a bit harder to breathe--possible cause was that it was burning a lot of oxygen in such a small space. The dry ice, being carbon dioxide, may also take a lot of oxygen out of the air with its exposure to air.
<br />I'm not an expert, but from my experience and the logic behind it, that's my conclusion (and input)

 

[sdelorenzo]

We have this fog at our church services some time. We inquired about the smoke. The literature states it isn't harmful and won't cause respiratory problems. I am skeptical though.
Sharon, mom of Sophia, 9 and Jack, 7 both with CF, Grant, 2 and Paige, 8 months both without CF

 

[sdelorenzo]

We have this fog at our church services some time. We inquired about the smoke. The literature states it isn't harmful and won't cause respiratory problems. I am skeptical though.
Sharon, mom of Sophia, 9 and Jack, 7 both with CF, Grant, 2 and Paige, 8 months both without CF

 

[sdelorenzo]

We have this fog at our church services some time. We inquired about the smoke. The literature states it isn't harmful and won't cause respiratory problems. I am skeptical though.
<br />Sharon, mom of Sophia, 9 and Jack, 7 both with CF, Grant, 2 and Paige, 8 months both without CF

 

[Havoc]

Just because the fog hugs the ground does not necessarily mean it's dry ice. You can use a fog chiller, made yourself, or purchased already made to cool the smoke from a regular fog machine. These typically use an oil similar to that of an oil burner (in consistency). Some places, like those mentioned at universal and a lot of indoor dinner shows, atomize water, very similar to what your nebs do, but obviously on a much bigger scale.

they were having issues with the bubble/foam machines at parties and raves a few years back where the solution had become colonized with bacteria, which was then spread in the bubbles/foam.

 

[Havoc]

Just because the fog hugs the ground does not necessarily mean it's dry ice. You can use a fog chiller, made yourself, or purchased already made to cool the smoke from a regular fog machine. These typically use an oil similar to that of an oil burner (in consistency). Some places, like those mentioned at universal and a lot of indoor dinner shows, atomize water, very similar to what your nebs do, but obviously on a much bigger scale.

they were having issues with the bubble/foam machines at parties and raves a few years back where the solution had become colonized with bacteria, which was then spread in the bubbles/foam.

 

[Havoc]

Just because the fog hugs the ground does not necessarily mean it's dry ice. You can use a fog chiller, made yourself, or purchased already made to cool the smoke from a regular fog machine. These typically use an oil similar to that of an oil burner (in consistency). Some places, like those mentioned at universal and a lot of indoor dinner shows, atomize water, very similar to what your nebs do, but obviously on a much bigger scale.
<br />
<br />they were having issues with the bubble/foam machines at parties and raves a few years back where the solution had become colonized with bacteria, which was then spread in the bubbles/foam.

 

[65rosessamurai]

Hi Havoc,

Thanks for the added input.
I was going by what I've heard years back, its good to know the other methods.

I wasn't around when they had the "bubble machines". Any idea on how to deal with the issues for breathing (other than possible make sure to have better ventillation or be nearby a door to get fresh air)?

 

[65rosessamurai]

Hi Havoc,

Thanks for the added input.
I was going by what I've heard years back, its good to know the other methods.

I wasn't around when they had the "bubble machines". Any idea on how to deal with the issues for breathing (other than possible make sure to have better ventillation or be nearby a door to get fresh air)?

 

[65rosessamurai]

Hi Havoc,
<br />
<br />Thanks for the added input.
<br />I was going by what I've heard years back, its good to know the other methods.
<br />
<br />I wasn't around when they had the "bubble machines". Any idea on how to deal with the issues for breathing (other than possible make sure to have better ventillation or be nearby a door to get fresh air)?

 

[edan]

Thanks everyone for yoru input. It is so frustrating to me because my daughter really loves to act/sing. I hate to limit her in this way by running her out every time the smoke goes off (which is just about every time).

The bubble machine comment also reintroduces another frustration....those automatic bubble machines they seem to have at every kid event. Do I worry about it? Up until now I always have them turn it off or don't let dd go near it<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif" border="0">

 

[edan]

Thanks everyone for yoru input. It is so frustrating to me because my daughter really loves to act/sing. I hate to limit her in this way by running her out every time the smoke goes off (which is just about every time).

The bubble machine comment also reintroduces another frustration....those automatic bubble machines they seem to have at every kid event. Do I worry about it? Up until now I always have them turn it off or don't let dd go near it<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif" border="0">

 

[edan]

Thanks everyone for yoru input. It is so frustrating to me because my daughter really loves to act/sing. I hate to limit her in this way by running her out every time the smoke goes off (which is just about every time).
<br />
<br />The bubble machine comment also reintroduces another frustration....those automatic bubble machines they seem to have at every kid event. Do I worry about it? Up until now I always have them turn it off or don't let dd go near it<img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif" border="0">

 

[Havoc]

I think there is a balance to be struck. You can't live your life in a bubble. I think the fog effects used in performance and theater are far outweighed by the exercise from dancing or singing.