Lighting Suspension Systems
A flexible lighting suspension system is one which allows for easy and rapid positioning of a luminaire to within 0.6 m (2 ft) of any position in the studio. This enables a short turnround time to be achieved and allows the lighting director to position his lamps in a reasonably precise way. Flexibility usually requires an expensive suspension system. The most elaborate facilities (lighting bars on motorised hoists, and motorised telescopic methods) are not included here, as their high cost is not usually justified for the small television studio.
Pipe grid
This system has the advantages of being relatively cheap, and easy to modify. All the piping and clamps are standard construction items. The grid consists of ...
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