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Take a behind-the-scenes look at the opening sequence of Severance Season 2 and how the Bolt X Cinebot played a key role in capturing the frantic energy of the moment. Using motion control, see how The Garage helped mirror Adam Scott’s character’s confusion and urgency with some clever camera work, making for a standout opening scene in the show.

The Servant series finale brought the show to a dramatic and visually stunning close. This blog takes a behind-the-scenes dive at how The Garage used the Bolt in tangent with the MRMC Tracker App to deliver a 360° fiery sequence that combined fluid handheld motion with frame-accurate motion control.

2024 was a standout year for MRMC, defined by exciting product launches, prestigious awards, and a whirlwind of trade shows. In this special blog post, we look back at the highlights and share a message from our CEO, Assaff Rawner, to celebrate an incredible year of accomplishments.

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The Cinebot Mini is revolutionising motion control for filmmakers, offering portability, precision, and efficiency at an affordable price. Weighing just 200 lbs (90kg) when assembled, it’s compact enough for a small crew to transport and set up in under an hour. Its lightweight design allows you to easily move it across the set, maximizing the number of shots per day—crucial for production efficiency.

The industry has moved from manual jibs to automated ones, and so should you! Learn more about how MRMC created the AJS to fulfil a customer’s request for a fully automated arm controlled using the Polymotion Chat solution and our limited-time trade-in promotion so you can upgrade your jibs for an AJS-2.

In live news broadcasts, capturing every camera angle is essential for powerful storytelling and engaging content. MRMC Broadcast excels in providing innovative motion control tools and robotic solutions to achieve this goal. With a heritage of over 50 years, MRMC collaborates with top broadcasters like ESPN and FOX News to enhance production value and efficiency. From automated StudioBot robotic arms to versatile AFC robotic heads, MRMC's solutions deliver precise, dynamic camera movements. Whether for studio sets, sports, or election coverage, MRMC helps design workflows that boost creative output and meet diverse broadcasting needs.

MRMC today announced the release of the Super Milo, where macro precision meets high speed. Set to launch this July, the Super Milo promises unparalleled, repeatable camera movements, continuing to revolutionise visual effects creation and solidifying its place as an essential tool for modern cinematographers

In today's fast-paced broadcast landscape, the demand for high-quality, dynamic, and engaging content is at an all-time high. Broadcasters and content creators are continually seeking innovative solutions to enhance their productions. Enter the RLS-1 Rail Lift System, a versatile and advanced tool designed to revolutionise the way camera movements are executed in various production environments.

2024 marks a significant milestone in the history of MRMC as it is 30 years since we launched the groundbreaking Milo motion control rig back in 1994. It has become the industry standard for precise and repeatable camera movements in film and television production. The Milo broke the mould of traditional motion control systems as it introduced new advanced robotics that allowed for more complex, repeatable camera moves with higher precision than had been seen before. Stable enough for macro work, and fast enough for live-action shooting, it has remained a game-changer in the film industry.

Discover the AFC-180+, a pinnacle in robotic camera technology originally designed for Formula E. With speeds surpassing 180°+ per second, this sleek device offers unparalleled agility. Equipped with a built-in slip ring for seamless rotation, it excels in high-speed sports environments, enabling precise camera synchronization and virtual graphics integration. Despite its motorsport origins, the AFC-180+ is gaining traction in rental houses for its versatile performance, from studio setups to live events. Integration is seamless with the Mark Roberts Protocol and an accessible API.

Established in 1966 as Mark Roberts Film Services, MRMC has evolved into a powerhouse employing over 100 individuals. Initially known for pioneering rostrum cameras for animation and TV, our company has since spearheaded numerous groundbreaking innovations. These leading technologies such as the Academy award-winning Milo, the revolutionary high-speed Bolt Cinebot range and our latest advancements […]

Slidekamera MRMC now offers a complete range of sliders and control options that allow you to take your PTZ production to the next level. Built on the robust and reliable Atlas Slider, you can now swiftly and securely reframe shots or capture dynamic motion for stunning dolly sequences. 

The new partnership will officially bring together MRMC’s robotic hardware products and Pixelscope’s advanced tracking and autonomous producing software to create a market-leading, end-to-end remote acquisition and production workflow solution, taking sports production to a new level.

Robotface recently added the Cinebot Mini to their toolkit, harnessing its user-friendly and portable motion control to enhance their workflow. They initially put it to the test in an outdoor shoot in Lorne, taking advantage of its impressive 10-hour battery life. Soon after, Robotface put the Cinebot Mini on track for a shoot with Creamsource, capturing their new Vortex lights range in stunning slow motion and finish off with a heartfelt homage to the original Star Wars trilogy.

Renting camera robotics for field-based sports production can significantly enhance the quality and versatility of video coverage. Camera robotics offer the ability to capture dynamic shots, track fast-paced action, and provide unique perspectives that may be challenging with traditional camera setups.

The Slow Mo Guys used the Bolt Cinebot to capture extreme pressure changes on gold in a vacuum chamber in stunning slow motion. Gav and Dan steadily increased the frame rate until they reached an astounding 80,000 frames per second to reveal the most intricate details of the gold's disintegration.

Benefit from the marriage of PTZ cameras with our limited-time offer discount on the PTZ Atlas kit. This powerful combination empowers you to elevate your storytelling and visual appeal, offering a unique and professional edge to your productions.

Join DOP Max Leithner as he utilises the Titan Slider, alongside the Bullhead Studio, in his work on an advertisement for the German paperless banking organisation — Sparkasse. Discover how the robustness and precision of this Slider kit played a pivotal role in crafting some of the most visually impactful shots in the commercial.

Slidekamera’s latest software release, Slideye 2.0, is designed to cater to the diverse needs of filmmakers and content creators. The application's core functionality is built around an Ethernet connection and seamlessly integrates into your workflow, regardless of your shooting environment.

Having a range of unique camera angles is central to creating and delivering captivating content. In recent years, the PTZ camera has grown in prominence in broadcast, live, and corporate AV productions due to its compact and discreet design. Placed anywhere, these versatile cameras have revolutionized how broadcasters capture and present live events, providing a dynamic and cost-effective solution. 

Increasingly, content creators, sports broadcasters, and news productions aspire to deliver ultimate production quality and unrivaled viewer experiences using new XR technologies. The gold standard of XR-based workflows goes beyond the greenscreen to allow for multi-camera productions that deliver film and commercial quality while maintaining a standard experience for the operators.

We are excited to unveil the new Cinebot Mini, a compact, lightweight, live-action camera robot that gives users full manual control over camera positions — making complex motion control movements simple!

Watch our Spring showreel showcasing a variety of content filmed using state-of-the-art MRMC robotics and high-speed Cinebot systems.

Central to any successful PTZ production solution is the ability to integrate any combination of PTZ cameras and rails / jib solutions. Connectivity within the system is key, as it allows you to build systems with scale while separating control interfaces.

We're excited to release our highly anticipated short film, "TIM," (The Invisible Man), created in collaboration with 6 Degrees Romania.

The Slidekamera by MRMC Vario System is used by professional videographers and event producers to mount cameras and accessories in hard-to-reach or discrete places.

The Slow Mo Guys made a recent appearance on the BBC to reveal the secrets behind their stunning slow-motion footage.

At NAB 2023, MRMC Broadcast will showcase three new products, focusing on sports and studio production in our largest-ever product lineup.

Moco operators from across the globe convened in New York for the first-ever Advanced Motion Control Training Summit.

As a follow on from the launch Thursday Sessions event which took place in December, Gravity Media the world leading global provider of complex live creative production and media services hosted the second networking night to bring the industry’s broadcast, film and TV community together at their Manchester home in the centre of town at the ABC Buildings, Enterprise City.

MRMC was recently featured in Computer Graphics World, where CEO Assaff Rawner reflects on the history of motion control and the continued evolution of Flair.

We have brought our innovative technology to Pro-AV and Broadcast to elevate your PTZ production with our automated camera tracking and robotics solutions. Free up your production and operation teams with our Polymotion Chat subject tracking, and dd dynamic movement with our range of rail and jib solutions.

In this feature, Assaff Rawner, CEO, talks through how the versatile nature of camera robotics is causing widespread adoption across a diverse range of industries.

In this feature, Marius Merten, Sports Broadcast Manager, MRMC talks through how sports broadcasting can adapt to the demand for more content as we move in to 2023.

We are excited to showcase our Winter robotics showreel, focusing on some brilliant through-the-lens, high-speed work captured by the Bolt Cinebot Range.

Traditional camera tracking systems add complexity and often has ongoing costs. Using X-Y tracking is a cost-effective alternative and has been built in to our product range, including the TRH-1 Track Robotic Head.

While MRMC continually expands on their product range, the QRS (Quiet Rail System) has always been a favourite among customers who are attempting a more creative production, and to provide their viewers with a more appealing and engaging experience

Our resident Flair expert and lead software developer, Matt Snelling, was recently posed the question, “what are your top features in Flair?”

The incredibly talented MuShang team over in Shanghai have been creating fantastic content in their virtual production studio, since it recently opened, and released a jaw-dropping showreel demonstrating their recent work and showcasing the creative capabilities of the studio and team.

The HOW selected two MRMC AFC 100 heads which have been integrated into the eight-camera setup, along with our Multi-Head Controller (MHC) user interface.

One of the lesser-known features of MRMC's Polymotion Chat automated tracking system is the ability to daisy-chain multiple systems together for large infrastructure installations.

When it comes to the Nikon Z9, the important bits are there, 8K, 12 BIT RAW, live 10 BIT HDMI output and Genlock, which I think is unique in a mirrorless camera like this.

The partnership with Cgagns represents an exciting time for MRMC as it seeks to further embed its solutions within virtual and studio production in Singapore and beyond.

Our head is still spinning from the incredible reaction we got last month at NAB Show with our Unreal Ride exhibit in the central lobby with partner Vū Studio!  It was great to be back at trade shows and to see our clients, partners, and a tremendous amount of new faces; captivated by the endless possibilities of motion control and virtual production.

With the pandemic expediting remote workflows, interest for camera robotics technology is growing very rapidly. The use cases for robotics across outside broadcast, studios, and even in houses of worship applications are growing, and so is the confidence and understanding in how robotics fit into the bigger picture.

Starting the New Year, we wanted to share a new high-speed showreel, featuring a collection of fantastic robotics work. The reel demonstrates a range of high-speed systems, including Bolt™ Jr+, Bolt™, Bolt X, and the Bolt Mini Model from some of the top moco operators and production companies around the world, including Mushang, RiTE Media, Steve Hirsch, LÉMA Slow, The Garage, To Be Production, Vū Studios, Axsix, Viramontes, Reflex Motion Control to name just a few.

It has been an unusual year. While the pandemic has continued to make its effects felt around the world, the industry returned to almost full production once more and, as a result, it’s been a successful one for us.

We are excited to share this testimonial from production company Manmade Media, talking about why they chose MRMC robotics for their work.

The Agile Remote Camera acquisition marks a really exciting point in the development of MRMC automated camera tracking systems. We at MRMC have long been admirers of the Agile cameras.

2020 may have been the year that the pandemic stopped sport dead in its tracks, but 2021 has been nothing short of scintillating in terms of the quality of Sport that has been showcased on our screens.

Simplify your workflow, boost efficiency and increase productivity – sounds like a dream, right?

It is that time of year where we round up a collection of high-speed work to showcase just a snippet of the incredible Bolt™ action from around the world. As usual, customers are producing brilliant high-speed action content, and we are spoilt for choice to show just a small selection of the incredible work being produced.

Visual Engineer Steve Giralt talks about why he chose MRMC robotics for his studio and the benefits they bring to his creative work.

The MrMoco Rentals team were super excited to have joined forces with creative studio Tawbox to create the world’s first live-recorded motion control capture music video with Bolt X at the recent Brit Awards.

Every month we’ll be taking a look at some of the coolest & most awe-inspiring motion control that’s taking place across the globe using our award-winning camera robot robots and software as well as a look behind the scenes of some amazing shoots!

For those looking to take their first steps in motion control, it might surprise you to learn the cost of a Bolt or other motion control robotic system is cheaper than you might think.

Every month we’ll be taking a look at some of the coolest & most awe-inspiring motion control that’s taking place across the globe using our award-winning camera robot robots and software as well as a look behind the scenes of some amazing shoots!

We are excited to reveal the new Bolt Jr+ with its newly designed, lightweight smaller track base which now has a one-connection umbilical - allowing for much easier transport and faster setup times.

Every month we’ll be taking a look at some of the coolest & most awe-inspiring motion control that’s taking place across the globe using our award-winning camera robot robots and software as well as a look behind the scenes of some amazing shoots!

How do you cover an event where photographers aren't allowed? Last month saw the inauguration of Joe Biden as president of the United States, an occasion which would normally see huge crowds of people, from officials, politicians and members of the public, to representatives of t

We are excited to team up with global PR, marketing and events specialist agency Bubble, who specialise in the media and entertainment technology and services sectors.

We are excited to release this new MRMC company showreel highlighting a range of different robotic solutions.

The incredibly talented Robotface team over in Melbourne, Australia who specialises in motion control camera work for film and television, recently created a great visual explainer of the world of motion control...

We are thrilled to announce that at last night's 2nd annual ‘NAB SHOW 2020 Product of the Year’ awards, we picked up not one… but TWO awards!

Nikon Inc. recently partnered with Major League Baseball team the Boston Red Sox to install a state-of-the-art Robotic Pod camera system throughout iconic Fenway Park to capture action-packed still images and full-HD video.

Motion Control Operator and Cinematographer, Brendan Isaac (Instagram: @brendanisaac), gives an informative breakdown on how to capture some of the iconic tabletop shots you see in high-end commercials.

We are thrilled to announce that alongside our partners Sky Creative Agency, SkySports and Dimension Studio we have won the SVG Europe TVAward 2020 for Outstanding Production Achievement (Innovation). The award was for our work with Polymotion Stage.

The Gift, Kaufland’s Mother’s Day commercial | The creative team over at visual distractions created a 2.5-minute continuous camera move with the Milo to tell the story of a woman’s life starting in the mid-60s from childhood to adult, covering the various stages of her life, ultimately portraying the declaration of love and gratitude for […]

WELCOME TO SOI DOGS | Thailand based creative tabletop production studio Chopstick Films created an epic sword-fighting scene using the Bolt High-Speed Cinebot rig. The brilliantly choreographed short, dubbed Soi Dogs, was conceived by the team to test the dynamic ability of the Bolt and how it captures high-speed action from many different angles. The […]

Global creative agency Stink Studios commissioned Decatur Dan to capture NBA All-star James Harden and rapper A$AP Fergus for the new Beats by Dre Studio³ Camo Collection using the Bolt Jr., helping create dynamic camera movements for the spot. | The launch campaign, produced by creative agency Stink Studios and photographer/director Decatur Dan, highlights the […]

MUSIC VIDEO WITH THE MILO RIG & RAMPING & PROJECTION MAPPING A complex process of in-camera techniques using the Milo rig tells the story of the band Aggregat being taken over by their alter egos who arrive through a bend in time and space. Technically a first, the in-camera ramping of camera speeds synchronized to […]

Polymotion Stage | In partnership with Sky Sports, Polymotion Stage launched during the 148th Open at Royal Portrush, with many of the world’s top golfers being amongst the first to be filmed. The players are in and out of the Polymotion Stage within minutes, enabling Sky Sports to use their digital duplicate during broadcast for […]

Steve Giralt in Action with the Bolt Cinebot rig | Photographer, Director and Visual Engineer Steve Giralt gives a tour of his studio and talks about the incredible robotics he uses to create his work. His New York studio is like Iron Man’s workshop, equipped with a range of robotics (including Bolt), Steve creates various […]

BOLT HIGH SPEED CINEBOT IN ACTION! | Enjoy this collection of high speed work from a variety of production companies and cinematographers from around the world. Whether shooting high speed table-top work, film, TV or commercials, the Bolt High Speed Cinebot rig is the industry choice for professionals. | Credits: – Dianli – Shooting Gallery Asia […]

Post courtesy of Broadcastnow | The robotic cameras are automatically controlled by ChyronHego Tracab data Brighton and Hove Albion FC has installed a series of high-quality robotic cameras at Falmer Stadium that automatically film wide-angle footage of matches for post-game video analysis. The cameras use real-time tracking data from ChyronHego’s Tracab to accurately follow the […]

Today we are proud to reveal our exciting plans for what is shaping up to be our biggest ever exhibition at NAB Show, in Las Vegas. Across both our camera robotics and broadcast solutions we will be co-exhibiting with Nikon in the central hall on stand C6019, whilst in the central lobby we are back to […]

Blog post courtesy of Harniman Photography | Milo Rig Shoots Beautiful Triumph. If you follow any of our social channels, you may have seen the behind-the-scenes of us working with the Milo arm . . .this project was conceived as an interactive web experience for the viewer to get up-close & personal with the new […]

  Multi-camera Control Designed for live sports capture, Polymotion Player is an innovative, portable, multi-camera workflow solution that gives a single operator the ability to record a match from multiple camera positions simultaneously. Polymotion Player maps out the playing area and the locations of up to 12 robotic cameras. The camera operator follows the action […]

MRMC’s High Speed 360 rig was used to capture dynamic footage of Andy Murray for a new Jaguar commercial. To allow Andy the freedom to move and strike the ball for the required shots, a specially designed larger platform was built that allowed him to perform safely. Creative agency Wing London turned to MRMC’s Rentals […]

Capturing precise, dynamic action in high-speed with camera movement requires extensive levels of automation. Leaders in visual engineering, RiTE Media Group specialise in combining high-speed filmmaking with ground-breaking robotics, such as MRMC’s Bolt Cinebot rig, to create breathtaking visuals. Collaborating with Director and Visual Engineer Steve Giralt, RiTE produced this beautiful short film – ‘Shoemaker’ […]