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GRIP
1] A stagehand who helps in shifting scenery.
2] A member of a lm production crew who adjusts sets,
lighting, and props and sometimes assists the camera
operator.
A Grip is a term that dates back to the early era of the circus.
It carried on from there to vaudeville and on to today’s music
and lm soundstages and sets. Some have suggested the
name comes from the 30’s-40’s slang term for a tool bag or
“grip” that these technicians use to carry their equipment to
work.
In the U.S., grips are trained lighting and rigging technicians.
They make up their own department on a lm set and are led
by a key grip. The main responsibilities of a grip are to work
closely with the electrical department to put in the lighting
set-ups necessary for a shot.
In Hollywood, a grip is not allowed to touch the lights
themselves. Lighting is handled by the electricians who
work under a “gaffer”. Grips do, however, handle all of the
equipment not directly attached to the lights that lter or
block the light. In exterior shooting (outside), they perform the
same function -- shading or ltering sunlight. The rigging for
these exterior shots can become quite extensive.
On the sound stage (in the studio), they are responsible
for moving and adjusting major set pieces (e.g. walls) when
something needs to be moved to get a camera into position.
They also work closely with the camera department, especially
if the camera is mounted to a dolly, crane or other unusual
position. Some grips may specialize in operating camera
dollies or cranes. U.S. grips may belong to the International
Alliance of Theatrical and Stage Employees, which is their
union.
Outside of Hollywood, particularly for “non-union” productions,
the line of distinction between a grip and an electrician is
often blurred, with most of the lighting crew simply referred
to as grips and, paradoxically, their boss being referred to as
the gaffer (who is in charge of the electricians in Hollywood,
but not directly responsible for the grips).
In the U.K. and Australia, grips mostly work on setting up and
taking care of the camera mounting equipment.
Key grip: the foreman of the grip department
Best boy grip or second company grip: assists the key grip in
logistical issues (scheduling crew and equipment rental)
Company grip or gang grip: the average grip
Construction grip: constructs and dismantles the set
Dolly grip: operates the dollies or swings the crane
Combo Stands
Originally designed for use with
reectors, these stands are
known for their rugged design
and each is made with a Rocky
Mountain Leg for leveling. The
addition of the universal pop-up
casting and a 5/8" pin make
the Combo Stand ideal for use
with lighting xtures and/or
reectors. Available in steel or
aluminum.
Combo Stands
Double Riser Combo 48” - 134” .........................................................MSE-369-573
Lightweight Double Riser Combo 48½” - 132” .................................. MSE-366-070
Low Boy Double Riser Combo 33½” - 76½” ..................................... MSE-366-066
Kit Stands
Lightweight, stationary stands available in a variety of sizes and
models.
Kit Stands
Light/ Medium Kit Stand 29½” to 82” ............................................ MSE-B387-483
Medium Duty Kit Stand 33” to 102”............................................... MSE-B387-477
Medium Duty Maxi Kit Stand 36” to 113½” ................................... MSE-B389-788
Crank-O-Vator Stand
Crank-O-Vators are
portable hand crank
elevators used for large,
heavy lighting xtures
weighing up to 150 lbs.
Its double riser system
elevates both sections at
the same time, and its
unique cranking system
design prevents reversing
under load when the safety
clutch is set. Constructed
of a combination of steel
for strength and aluminum for its light weight provides for a
robust stand with relatively little weight.
Crank-O-Vator Stand
Crank-O-Vator 62”-139” ........................................................................MSE-387-580
Low Boy Crank-O-Vator 38”-66”..........................................................MSE-387-579
Super Crank-O-Vator 62”-139” ............................................................MSE-387-581
Grip Accessories
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Magic Stand
With the runaway base added the
Magic Stand can become a regular
rolling light stand. It can be a high
rolling light stand and it can also
convert to a two section light boom
with its own rolling stand. Highly
versatile, lights can be placed at oor
height, or behind a hair light, or over
a table for a product shot. Made with
a standard 11/8” Junior Pin at the bottom the Magic Stand
riser could be added to a Combo Stand as a stand extension, or
inverted to hang from a C-Clamp into the set.
Magic Stand
Magic Stand with Runaway Base 54½”-150” ..................................... MSE-999-042
Runaway Base Only ...............................................................................MSE-388-201
Roller Stands
Also called Overhead
Stands, Roller Stands are
widely used in the studio
and on location. Wide,
castered bases, which can
be partially opened for use
in tight working spaces,
provide stability and easy
mobility. Supplied with 4½"
grip head, 11/8" receiver,
and casters.
Roller Stands
14’ Medium Roller 60” to 170” ..............................................................MSE-377-573
18½’ Hi-Hi Roller 83” to 240” ................................................................ MSE-377-574
Baby Stands
Larger and heavier than Kit Stands,
Baby Stands are also available in a
variety of sizes and models.
Baby Stands
Beefy Baby Double Riser with Leg 37” to 99” ................................ MSE-386-030
Beefy Baby Triple Riser with Leg 45” to 144” ..................................MSE-387-031
Baby/Junior Double Riser 5/8” Pin 46” to 114” .............................. MSE-386-025
Century Stands
Century Stands - or “C” Stands - are used
throughout the entertainment industry.
Capable of supporting most any lighting
tool, these sturdy stands t almost
anywhere.
Century Stands
30" Folding Double Riser, with Sliding Leg ....................................... MSE-339-562
30" Folding Double Riser ......................................................................MSE-339-561
40" Folding Double Riser ..................................................................... MSE-339-564
60" Folding Double Riser ..................................................................... MSE-339-568
2½" Grip Head only.................................................................................MSE-349-575
40" Extension Arm ................................................................................ MSE-680-004
Grip Head, with Single Extension Arm ............................................... MSE-680-005
Mini-Vator Stand
The Mini-Vator Stand is a light duty
crank stand for smaller xtures
weighing no more than 125 lbs.
Ideal for pars, strobes, light boxes
and small light booms. Equipped
with a Rocky Mountain Leg, its
unique brace design makes for a
convenient stair step midway up
center column. Tuck away handle
for storage.
Mini-Vator “Light Lift” Stand
Light Lift Stand 60" - 98" ...................................................................... MSE-389- 495
Double Riser, 66" - 144" ........................................................................ MSE-389-496
Adapter Wheels ..................................................................................... MSE-366-032
Junior/Senior Stands
With sturdy all-steel construction, these
stands are used for Junior, Senior, and
HMI lighting xtures. Supplied with 11/8"
receiver, 5/8" pop-up pin and casters.
Junior/Senior Stands
Junior Stand, 51" - 114" ........................................................................ MSE-386-021
Junior Stand, 56" - 154" ........................................................................ MSE-386-022
Senior Stand, 56" - 126" ........................................................................ MSE-386-027
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Grip Accessories