Professional moving masking systems for cinemas
We are one of the leading suppliers of cinema projection screens and frames and work for all the UK’s major cinema chains.
Because auditoriums come in all shapes and sizes, so too do cinema projection screens. So there’s no such thing as one size fits all - each screen and frame is bespoke.
Moving masking systems are used to mask out the outside of your projected image, for example, two stop masking are used in most mainstream cinemas using formats 1.85:1 and 2.39:1., formats are different picture sizes, Moving masking cloths come in or out over non-projected parts of the screen giving your audience the illusion that you are using all parts of this projection screen surface so giving better experience.
Depending on how many formats you’re showing will determine what type of moving masking controller you would require with two formats you need two stop controller or you may have many more so a multi-stop controller with 3 stop 5 stop or more stops.
You may need a crossover masking which completely close off the screen, as an example your auditorium has a stage for presentations, comedy clubs, whatever reason, so you may not want to show the screen at all.
Depending on what shape of the room will determine what type of moving masking system we would advise.
- Wide cinema room we would advise linked side moving masking with fixed top and bottom mask
- Square cinema room we would advise top moving masking or perhaps linked top and bottom moving masking with static side masking.
- Larger squarer cinema rooms we would advise side moving masking with independent top moving masking or perhaps a linked top and bottom movie masking system.
- Auditorium for alternative content or has a stage, you may want the moving masking to do different things instead of having them linked you may have independently moving top masking and a independently moving bottom masking with static sides, you may need independent side masking for presentation for instance where you need content on the screen but you also have a presenter who can stand to this to the side. You need a combination of all independent top, independent sides, independent bottom or as crossover masking so the screen is hidden, you can have a truly versatile auditorium for any need or occasion.
Frames can incorporate speaker platforms with servicing platforms and access ladders, For safety we can include safety rails, fall arrest systems, safety lanyards and harnesses.You have choice of projection screen surface's including matt white, gain screens, 3d silvers screen all are avalible with perforations to let the sound through the screen surface or without perforations. Frames can be curved and tilting back if required.
Our experienced in-house team will work with you to create exactly the right screen and surround for your space. And if you need them to, they can advise you on the correct screen surfaces for your environment and intended use. Click on the ‘Screen surfaces’ button above for more information
Each screen and frame will be installed by our team, and we also offer a repair and maintenance service.
There are many types of screen frames for professional cinemas including wrap (halo), fixed and moving masking for the side, top, bottom or combinations. Click on the ‘Frame types’ button above to learn more in our Knowledge Base article
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