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Grip Equipment
Professional grip equipment for your Irish production.
Grip equipment includes the mechanical hardware used to support, position, and control cameras and lighting on set. C-stands, flags, nets, silks, clamps, and rigging hardware give grip teams the tools to shape light and enable precise camera placement in any environment.
We source comprehensive grip equipment packages from local suppliers, scaled to your production's size and complexity. Our team ensures all rigging, mounting, and light-control hardware is delivered in working condition, giving your grip department the tools to execute each setup efficiently.
Capabilities
Grip Inventory
Complete grip equipment from stands and flags to rigging and hardware.
Professional Grip Solutions
Capabilities
Our Process
Requirements Review
Understanding your production's grip needs based on locations, lighting plans, and technical requirements.
Package Design
Building a comprehensive grip package scaled to your production with all necessary items.
Prep & Delivery
Preparing and organizing equipment in grip carts and cases for efficient access on set.
Production Support
Ongoing support with additional equipment and replacement items as needed.
On Location
C-stands, combo stands, flags, nets, silks, 4x4 through 20x20 frames, Chapman dollies, Movietech and Foxxx cranes prepped through TVM Ireland, Filmgear Ireland, Pyramid, and Camera Hire Belfast
Here is how this works in practice. Grip kit in Ireland routes through TVM Ireland Dublin (the deepest American Grip and Matthews C-stand, combo stand, hi-roller, and apple box inventory used across Banshees of Inisherin. Foundation Apple TV+, and Vikings Ashford). Filmgear Ireland Dublin (cross-discipline cage running 4x4 through 20x20 frame stock plus Westcott Scrim Jim and Lightools modifier inventory). Pyramid Camera Dublin (Normal People HBO and The Quiet Girl 2022 Oscar-nominated grip cart packages), and Camera Hire Belfast (Game of Thrones eight-season grip roster through Titanic Studios).
Here is the short of it. We supply complete grip packages from full C-stand and combo stand counts, Matthews and Avenger flag and net sets, full butterfly and overhead 12x12 and 20x20 frame inventory with silks. Grid cloth. Ultrabounce, and solid textiles. Plus speedrail and scaffolding for studio and exterior overhead rigging at Ardmore, Ashford, Troy, and Titanic Studios stages.
Here is the breakdown. Dolly and crane stock — Chapman Hybrid IV, Lenny 2, and Hustler 4 dollies on Chapman Pee Wee track. Movietech 30-foot cranes. Foxxx 6m cranes, and Stanton Jib 24-foot cranes — route through TVM Ireland and Pyramid Camera with skilled Dublin and Belfast key grip operators. For Russian Arm, Edge Arm, and oversized crane work we cross-border to London via the Common Travel Area frictionless border with the United Kingdom (no carnet for UK-start gear). Atlantic maritime climate weatherproofing dictates sandbag counts (60 lb minimum on 12x12 frames). Sailor stands.
Here is what that looks like on the ground. Wind-load assessments for sustained 30-50 km/h Atlantic exposure on Wild Atlantic Way, Cliffs of Moher, Aran Islands, and Donegal Slieve League exteriors. Heritage zone permits at Skellig Michael UNESCO, Giant's Causeway UNESCO, Newgrange, and Brú na Bóinne limit grip footprint with OPW and National Monuments pre-approval. Revenue Commissioners ATA carnet routes Schengen and non-UK grip stock through DUB, ORK, SNN, or BFS.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in a standard grip package?
A standard grip package includes C-stands with arms and knuckles, combo stands, flags and nets in various sizes, apple boxes, sandbags, and essential hardware. We scale packages based on your production size and specific requirements.
Can you provide grip trucks?
Yes, we can provide complete grip trucks loaded with equipment organized for efficient access. Trucks come in various sizes to match your production scale, from small vans to full grip trucks.
What large frames do you carry?
We stock frames from 4x4 feet through 20x20 feet, including 6x6, 8x8, 12x12, and overhead systems. We carry matching textiles including silks, solids, griffolyn, and specialty materials.
Do you provide rigging equipment?
Yes, we supply speed rail, scaffolding, pipe clamps, and all necessary rigging hardware for overhead work. We can also recommend experienced riggers for complex installations.
What about expendables?
We supply grip expendables including tape, gels, clothespins, tie-down materials, and hardware. These can be included in your grip package or supplied separately as needed.
Can you provide key grips?
Yes, we can provide experienced key grips and grip crews along with equipment. Having local grip professionals ensures efficient setup and operation of all grip equipment.
Related Services
Productions in Ireland that need this often pair it with Lighting Equipment Rental, Audio Equipment Rental, and Power Equipment Rental for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Camera Support Systems and Grip Services.
On Set
Need Grip Equipment?
Tell us about your grip requirements and we'll build the right package.