Rigging and Lighting Stands for Production Professionals

Reliable stands are fundamental to safe and efficient production setups, providing stable elevation and support for a diverse range of equipment. This category encompasses a comprehensive selection of professional-grade stands, engineered to meet the rigorous demands of live events, theatre productions, and AV installations. From heavy-duty winch-up stands capable of lifting substantial payloads to specialised followspot and lighting stands, each product is designed for durability and precision. For demanding applications, wind-up (winch-up) stands from Manfrotto and Doughty offer geared columns and safety mechanisms, ensuring smooth, controlled elevation of lighting fixtures, speakers, and other rigging components. Models like the Manfrotto 087NWB and Doughty Easy Lift Winch Stand provide impressive maximum heights and payload capacities, often featuring multiple risers and levelling legs for stability on uneven surfaces. These are essential tools for riggers and production managers requiring secure, adjustable height solutions. Specialised stands cater to specific operational needs, including Manfrotto's aluminium followspot stands and Doughty's professional followspot stands, built for precise aiming and sustained use. Ground support solutions such as Doughty Tank Traps and Admiral Staging Truss Toppers offer robust bases for vertical trussing or individual fixtures, providing stability in situations where traditional tripod legs are impractical. Complementary accessories like sandbags from Doughty and Dirty Rigger provide crucial counterweight for enhanced safety and stability across all stand types. The range also includes versatile Doughty Combo, C, Overhead, and Roller Stands, each offering unique features like multi-head tops, sliding legs for uneven surfaces, and integrated castors for easy repositioning. These options provide AV technicians and live sound engineers with flexible, high-performance solutions for various stage and studio configurations. All stands are constructed from high-tensile steel, chrome-plated steel, or durable aluminium, ensuring longevity and consistent performance in professional environments.