
Sphere at the Venetian
W&W|AFCO Steel engaged CAST CONNEX to engineer and supply cast steel nodes for use in the construction of the Sphere at the Venetian in Las Vegas.
We provided a variety of cast steel nodes and connectors for use in the construction of the Sphere. The venue's exosphere, the world's largest spherical structure rising 366-feet from its base and measuring approximately 520-feet at its equator, incorporated 368 nodes ranging in weight from 1.6 to 7.2-tons each.
Over 9,000 standardized Diablo Bolted Splice (DBS) connections support bolted field splicing of the tubular steel backup structure to the world's largest and most high-definition exterior LED screen. With 580,000 sq. ft. of fully programmable LED exterior, it's primed to be the next iconic landmark in the Las Vegas skyline.
Owner: Sphere Entertainment
Architect: Populous
Structural Engineer: Severud Associates
Steel Fabricator: W&W|AFCO Steel
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The Sphere emerges as a trailblazing music and entertainment arena, gracing the landscape of Paradise, Nevada, just east of the iconic Las Vegas Strip, designed by the acclaimed team at Populous.
This remarkable venue, boasting a seating capacity of 18,600, distinguishes itself with its ability to envelop audiences in a sensory realm of unprecedented dimensions. Notable features include a breathtaking 16K resolution wraparound interior LED screen, cutting-edge speakers employing beamforming and wave field synthesis technologies, and a repertoire of 4D physical effects. Collectively, these elements converge to deliver an unparalleled auditory and visual immersion.
An Immersive Experience

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