Since 1980
2400
Completed Projects
Gala SystemsTM, a proud member of Paco Group , is the world’s leading manufacturer of under-stage equipment and a pioneer in automated solutions for multipurpose venues.
Since our founding in 1980, we have transformed over 2400 venues in 73 countries, earning a reputation for innovation, reliability, and engineering excellence.
Our patented Spiralift® technology revolutionized the way performance spaces operate, enabling seamless transformations between configurations in minutes. From concert halls and theatres to convention centers and casinos, our systems empower operators to maximize flexibility and functionality without compromising on aesthetics or safety.
With over four decades of experience, Gala SystemsTM stands as a symbol of credibility and expertise in the industry. Our international presence and commitment to quality have made us a trusted partner for architects, engineers, and venue managers worldwide.
History
Gala started in the Stage machinery business in the early 1980’s. In 1988 Gala was faced with a challenge on a project for a potential orchestra lift in Davis, California where there was a very shallow machinery pit. There was no possibility of lifting the potential platform from the sides nor was there room for any of the traditional lifting devices such as hydraulics or screws as caissons were not possible due to the water table and soil conditions.
Pierre Gagnon and Pierre Laforest searched for solutions. After a weekend of contemplating ideas Pierre Laforest had an Eureka moment and showed up Monday morning with a slinky and steel strapping which was the first crude prototype for the Spiralift® that would later revolutionize stage lifting systems in the entertainment industry.
Origins and Evolution
Gala SystemsTM is part of the Paco Group (Family Owned – still managed by the founders’ family), established in 1960 in Montreal as Paco Corp, specializing in electromechanical equipment for industrial and stage applications. Gala SystemsTM was created in 1980 to meet the growing need for transforming event spaces.
The invention of the Spiralift®, the world’s most compact lifting system, patented by the founders, became the foundation for mobile platforms and stage transformation systems.
Growth and Diversification
Today, Gala SystemsTM is the global leader in under-stage equipment and automated multipurpose halls.
Our flagship products include Gala Venue®, a proven concept for flexible auditorium spaces, and Spiralift®, used for stage platforms, orchestra pits, and other lifting systems.
Philosophy and Competitive Edge
Gala SystemsTM is driven by a commitment to innovation, engineering excellence, and transforming venues through automation. The invention of the patented Spiralift® technology embodies this philosophy, revolutionizing how performance spaces operate worldwide.
A wide application range, adaptability to any project, and a highly skilled team dedicated to delivering reliable, customized solutions is what sets us appart.
Paco Group
As part of Paco Group, we continue to push boundaries, delivering cutting-edge solutions that redefine what’s possible in venue design and automation.
Paco Group
A Technological Revolution
Our intelligently engineered and technologically advanced systems are designed to handle large loads with ease, for example, in automotive applications and truck lifts. The Spiralift®, our exclusive technology, has also been proven in other rigorous industries, such as aerospace, food, life sciences, and information technology sectors.
Efficient, stable and compact, the lifting column’s stainless steel material is also non-corrosive, and therefore ideal for use in underwater applications such as movable pool floors.
A proven success
Here are just a few examples of Spiralift® proven success, with more than 30,000 units installed to date.
- Automotive skillet lifter
- Adjustable height skids
- Automated guided vehicles
- Ergonomic lift tables
- Test tables
- Tooling lifts
- Aircraft engine assembly positioning tables
- Lift tables
- Maintenance platforms
- Flight simulator transfer tables
- Truck lifts
- Jury lifts
- Witness lifts
- Movable swimming pool floors
45 years of innovation in Numbers
+
1
10000
1
