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Aaron Axelsen · February 2nd, 2011, 03:38 PM

Hello,

I'm in the midst of a new studio construction looking for ideas/suggestions for motorized backdrops/lifts. I'd like to have something in the 16ft to 18ft wide range - with 20ft long screens.

Does anyone have any ideas/suggestions? Thanks!

Seth Bloombaum · February 2nd, 2011, 07:27 PM

It's not clear from your question whether you'll be working with a full-height fly for fixed scenery, or if you're looking for a motorized solution for background paper and muslin/canvas on rolls. Assuming the latter, Manfrotto makes a series of bits and pieces that can be assembled into various configs.

Search at B&H or your favorite camera store for "Manfrotto roller" and you'll find various hangers, chaindrives for manual roll up/down, motorized up/down, stand adapters, etc.

February 2nd, 2011, 03:38 PM	#1
Aaron Axelsen Tourist Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Whitewater, WI Posts: 1	Motorized Backdrop Lift System Hello, I'm in the midst of a new studio construction looking for ideas/suggestions for motorized backdrops/lifts. I'd like to have something in the 16ft to 18ft wide range - with 20ft long screens. Does anyone have any ideas/suggestions? Thanks!

February 2nd, 2011, 07:27 PM	#2
Seth Bloombaum Inner Circle Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 3,420	It's not clear from your question whether you'll be working with a full-height fly for fixed scenery, or if you're looking for a motorized solution for background paper and muslin/canvas on rolls. Assuming the latter, Manfrotto makes a series of bits and pieces that can be assembled into various configs. Search at B&H or your favorite camera store for "Manfrotto roller" and you'll find various hangers, chaindrives for manual roll up/down, motorized up/down, stand adapters, etc. __________________ 30 years of pro media production. Vegas user since 1.0. Webcaster since 1997. Freelancer since 2000. College instructor since 2001.