ROBOT MOCO
WITH STUDIO HIRE
Our cinema robot can pull off repeatable motion controlled moves time after time, whether at high speed or at a gentler pace. A range of cameras can be mounted or be used as a model mover. Our studio space is large enough to accommodate sizeable productions and it’s all ground floor with private loading bay access and on-site parking.
Utilising a high speed robot can help create breathtaking imagery, that’s difficult, if not impossible without one. High speed moves to graceful fluid moves to stop-frame animation moves are all achievable with our robot.
We can pre-vis and run the move in Maya / Lensmaster or construct moves on-set, depending on the type / complexity of your move.
We’ve been in the business of ‘Visual Engineering’ for years, a term used nowadays to describe the process of utilising many different disciplines and technologies and expertise to create stills and motion imagery. Beyond use of our robot and studio we can provide our visual engineering services to help you produce technically challenging shots, that when combined in a sequence can rival some of the best work out there.
Up to 8 additional axes can be controlled (more if required) to incorporate additional motors for turntables, sliders, pourers, model movers, light movers and more. And that’s on top of mFIZ to computer control focus, iris and zoom motors - all part of the move timeline. Multiple combinations are possible.
Multiple triggers can control others actions too, like pneumatics for pushing, pulling, blowing, sucking, squirting, or give audible cues for actors or start audio playback; the list goes on, and all timed to perfection.
The robot can carry many types of motion camera including stills cameras for when you need repeatable positioning and an automated workflow. Not only cameras, but products and props can be attached too. Think about how if the robot were to move a light precisely around a subject - whether human or otherwise.
Price Comparison
Big savings - check out our comparison between using our MoCo and Studio versus a comparable MRMC Bolt and London studio
£1750 / day
Finished Pixel studio / our high speed robotic arm
Our robotic arm
2.1m reach
Set-up Time - 0mins always set-up and ready to go
No travel time or issue with travel delays
Payload - 19.2kg
Different options on operation, including ingesting your Maya data
Studio:
Dimensions 10m x 13m x 10m (33’ x 43’ x 33’) 130 sq m / 1419 sq ft - blackout
Power distribution 3 x 63amp board (cee 6x 16amp and 6x 32 amp sockets) single and 3 phase plus 2 x 32amp 13a rings with multiple sockets at low and high level
Floating ceiling(4.7m x 3.7m) with 4 point motorised connection which can be used at any angle including upright which saves on hire of large diffusion (bounce or shoot through - California Sunbounce 2/3)
Poly boards white/black sided with stands
Complimentary tea and bean to cup coffee
Workbench for onsite fabrication of model moving items / grip etc. utilising Jason’s knowledge in this area available - great for testing too
Visual Engineering - Computer/timeline controlled turntable and motors for pouring, pulling, lifting etc. available
No restriction on use of outside equipment
Parking for 10 cars
Loading bay hardstanding with 3m x 4m motorised sectional door with private internal loading bay area / set-build / construction area 7m x 3m (23’ x 10’)
Easy road link off M3 and A3
We can organise gourmet catering for you, and McDonalds & KFC are a 3 minute walk away
£4400 / day
London studio of comparable size with MRMC Bolt hired in
Bolt robotic arm
2.0m reach
Set-up Time - 45mins
Travel time extra or subsumed within booked hours and subject to travel delays
Payload - 25kg
Studio - Park Royal area:
Power distribution and extension cables at additional cost
No floating ceiling
Poly boards white sided with stands
Complimentary tea and bean to cup coffee
No fabrication area
You’re on your own - make of it what you will
Required to use in-house equipment
Parking - if you get there early enough due to sharing with other studios
Easy loading / un-loading, not always?
London traffic to deal with - talent / crew / equipment delays?
Catering to be brought in
FAQs
Do you crew only?
Of course - Hire us as crew to your production or utilise our own content creation skills to assist with your project.
How long do moves take to program?
Simple moves can be relatively fast, perhaps even within minutes. Complex moves will take longer of course and pre-vis is advised to maximise efficiency on production days. Our software is always improving, so programming times are becoming shorter.
How easy is it to move the robot?
Very easy! We designed and built our own base for the robot to sit on. It’s incredibly stable and moving it requires only the turn of a handle to raise and lower the rollers via hydraulics. You can see how we did this here.
What are the robot’s spec’s?
It can reach around 2.1m in an arc around the base and up to 3.22m high - however, actual reach and height is dependent on where the subject is placed in relation to the base.
It can carry 19.2kg and has a repeatability accuracy of 0.04mm, ideal for multi-pass.
Movement can be super fast for high speed filming or super slow.
Arri dovetail and other camera mounts if required, plus a chuck for models and different plates for attaching different objects. If we don’t have it, we can make it.
Cameras can be underslung, side mounted and barrel mounted for that endless roll shot!
What can be attached to the robot?
A variety of cameras and different lenses. Props, products, lights too. Some limitations will apply so please ask for our opinion on this.
Is it safe?
We believe so and we go to great lengths to ensure everybody is in a safe environment. Robots are used for film work around the world. We maintain full control of the robot during it’s use and safety always comes first.
Can I view and contribute remotely on shoot days?
Yes, we can provide a camera feed and a studio view.