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RENTAL Special recognition Universal Production Services With the latest in cutting-edge set lighting, combined with a large inventory of rigging equipment, transportation and experienced customer service, Universal Production Services provides a seamless filming and rental experience for features, TV dramas, commercials and other video productions. With a rich background spanning more than a century, Universal has locations across North America and Europe – including Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta and London – supplying a global network of studios and projects both big and small. Today, Universal is the exclusive lighting and rigging equipment supplier for Sky Studios Elstree, the UK’s newest state-of-the-art film and TV studio that’s home to 2024 blockbusters Wicked and Paddington in Peru . The team knows each production is different and uses its expertise to find the right kit for the project at hand, whether that’s an array of LED lights or chain motors and trusses. Besides lighting, rigging, grip, costumes and props, Universal offers sound stage availability, exterior filming locations, support spaces, reliable transport and a full-service graphics shop. The Universal team considers itself solution-orientated, taking a holistic, individualised approach to rental. Taking each project all the way from point A to B, each specialist is knowledgeable in their area and accessible throughout the production process, available to help with installation and operation, answering any questions along the way. “We greatly appreciate this honour,” says Rob Garvie, director of Universal Production Services UK. “With a dedicated team of industry professionals supplying the best in state-of-the-art technology, we are proud to support the creative community on stages and on location.” Honourable mentions Sunbelt Rentals Sunbelt is a leader in all things equipment rental, offering hire of a huge array of kit. Its film and TV production team provides an expert crew from prep through post, and its new Wembley hub is a game changer, with 180,000 sq ft packed with
everything from camera and lens testing spaces to a viewing theatre and a variety of sustainable equipment options. ARRI Rental Part of the wider ARRI ecosystem, ARRI Rental has 100+ years of industry experience under its belt. With facilities in North America and Europe, the group offers gear from its own in-house brand – often developed in collaboration with leading filmmakers – as well as from external suppliers. Panalux A subset of Panavision, Panalux focuses solely on film lighting and power. From LED panels to tungsten lamps and everything in between, the company’s vast inventory can support productions of all scales, ensuring that DOPs, gaffers and other crew members have what they need to succeed. Since the mid-2000s, Astera has manufactured battery-powered, remote-controlled LED lights – and these days its products are also 100% wireless. A company that embodies an innovative spirit, Astera strives to produce sustainable tools that elevate cinematic lighting, and QuikSpot is its latest product to do so. A versatile uplight that can function as a zoomable fresnel, QuikSpot combines portability and precision in one neat package. With an optimised runtime of 4.5 hours at maximum output, and rapid SPOTLIGHTS Special recognition Astera
charging via Astera’s Charging Plate, the light can hold power throughout the entirety of a shoot. Whether controlled through the AsteraApp, a remote or a standard controller, gaffers can adjust QuikSpot’s beam angle – which ranges from anywhere between 13 and 60° – in whichever way is most intuitive. “Astera’s QuikSpot redefines what a compact spotlight can achieve, offering unmatched flexibility and performance for creative professionals in any setting,” writes Ben Díaz, head of product management. Informed by industry feedback, and representing a delicate balance of German design and utility, QuikSpot is tailored to filmmakers’ evolving needs. Special recognition Nanlite A company dedicated to the user experience, Nanlite offers a range of cine lighting solutions that inspire, including a range of LED spotlights and monolights. Each product is affordable and compact, without compromising colour accuracy, output, versatility or usability – making them an ideal choice for filmmakers with slightly smaller budgets. Ranging in size, power and price, Nanlite’s spotlights are built to last and impressively bright. Each fixture features control via Bluetooth and the Nanlink mobile app, an OLED screen and an intuitive on-board interface, though they differ in how they’re powered – by AC or battery. For instance, its best-selling monolight, the FS-300B, is a bicolour lamp with an average CRI of 96 and a temperature range of 2700-6500K. Plus, it’s meant for both beginners and industry vets, in line with Nanlite’s commitment to accessibility. The company is proactively minimising its environmental impact by using eco-friendly materials and reducing plastic packaging. Honourable mentions ARRI A chameleon of an LED spotlight, the ARRI Orbiter is a versatile device that can transform into various types of lamphead, from fresnel to open face. With easy installation, a powerful operating system and the ARRI Spectra light engine in tow, the Orbiter is a one-of-a-kind piece of kit with infinite possibilities.
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