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ucts, has unveiled the Car Pole, a 9' aluminum corkscrew pole with a 48-volt motor at the top that is capable of maneuvering a stabilized camera head from 1" off the ground to 12' high. Designed in collaboration with key grip Kenneth McKenzie, the Car Pole (nicknamed the “British Stick”) can be attached to the back, front or side of a car or truck. Thanks to its light weight, the Car locking pins. Also, with an overall width of 2'7", the Twister can easily navigate any doorway. The Twister is fit for film and digital productions. The dolly’s platform can support up to 550 pounds, and all standard Panther accessories — including turnstile attachments, bowls, brackets and bazookas — can be used. Panther also recently introduced a tripod operation handle for the Trixy remote head, which can be adjusted to an operator’s requirements for comfortable control independent of the crane arm, and a new platform for the Husky dolly, offering two more options for mounting bazookas. For more information, visit www.panther.tv. Mo-Sys Shoots from Stick Mo-Sys, manufacturer of the Lambda remote head and other prod- Pole requires only a minimal crew to rig and operate, and it can be controlled via joystick, hand wheels, or foot pedal by either an operator or the driver. Other benefits include quick setup time, a record function that enables exact repetition of moves, and a smooth and responsive lift operation, even at variable speeds. For more information, visit www.mo-sys.com. Sachtler Rearms Artemis Sachtler has added two innovations to its Artemis line of professional camera-stabilization systems. The Act 2 C carbon-fiber spring-arm upgrade turns the Artemis Act 2 arm into a carbonfiber spring arm, and the Act 2 vest provides comfort, fit and versatility for camera-stabilization systems, including the Artemis EFP, EFP Pro SDI HD, Cine and Cine HD. Sachtler’s engineers developed the carbon-fiber upgrade through collaboration with racecar-industry experts. For the upgrade, the Act 2 arm’s aluminum skeleton has been replaced by lightweight carbon-fiber components, which offer outstanding strength and make the Act 2 C upgrade an asset for long or fast-paced shoots. Additionally, like the standard Act 2 aluminum model, the upgrade retains the torsion-free design and features three quick-tochange spring sets that handle payloads from 24-57 pounds. The ergonomically designed Act 2 vest features a new padding system to facilitate a comfortable fit for any body type. Six moveable pads can be custompositioned to prevent pressure points and promote even weight distribution. The pads feature a soft moisture-wicking core and are covered with top-grade nylon Cordura, helping the operator stay dry throughout the shoot. They are also easy to remove for washing. Memory fasteners at the chest and hip straps enable quick and easy adjustment. During shooting breaks, the entire vest can be loosened with a simple flick of the wrist and easily refastened; thanks to the memory fasteners, 84 September 2008

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