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Camera Seats

In 2001 a prototype of the Orbiter superflat broadcast camera seat was designed as first model of a product family, meanwhile comprising of seven differnt types. In close cooperation with leading European outside broadcasting companies this new concept of a swivel seat was tested at outdoor soccer and athletics events. The tests proved high efficiency and performance of this new kind of low shooter. The Orbiter integrates a low profile swivel seat and a camera tripod satisfying the needs of both operators and technicians. Contrary to conventional systems all Orbiter models are based on the principle to pan the camera and the seat independently, unlinked but along the same axis. The Orbiter seats provide smooth and easy handling while technicians appreciate its high mobility and compact design allowing efficient handling and storage. The ergonomics of the Orbiter 500 superflat, Orbiter 270 superflat, and Orbiter 1000 stealth are unrivalled. The Orbiter 1000 stealth allows for extremely low shots still under good operating conditions and significantly reduce sight obstructions and a small footprint, it was specifically designed for the center camera at football but can be alied at any low camera position. The fixed models Orbiter 500 stadium and Orbiter 270 stadium impress by requiring an extremely small amount of space. Very low failure rates and easy maintenance are the results of high quality manufacturing. Our design philosophy follows to use as few components as possible and always looks for options to simplify the design, same time maintaining extreme durability. This warrants the unmatched quality and longevity of our products. In 2013 we introduced the next generation, the Orbiter 3.0 running on rotators, based on a new type of sealed, high precision center bearing manufactured in house on our latest, state of the art CNC machining centers. The added value lies in more gentle, very smooth and steady running characteristics combined with a steady friction all improving the operating conditions significantly same time reducing maintenance almost to zero. Comprehensive testing has been done and proved extreme durability in terms of mechanical impact even under extreme temperature conditions. This best-practice approach made in Germany offers comprehensive benefits to the user making the Orbiter your technical and economic system of choice. The German Bundesliga made the Orbiter 500 ultraflat mandatory for the standard camera position between the coaches at halfway line and for the standard positions at penalty area lines at soccer. As well Orbiter camera seats are frequently used at various major tennis broadcasts since many years. Since May 2018 we deliver the sixth generation of Orbiter camera seats, the Orbiter 6.0 – with improved sealings, tested and proven quality and finish.