Motion Control Automation

Archive for April, 2008

3D Printing Services

April 09th, 2008 | Category: 3D Printing, Film SFX, Prototyping

We are a Hampshire & Surrey based rapid prototyping company with in house 3D printing facilities. and we’ve just added 3D printing details to our website.

3D Printing

We are a rapid prototyping company who offer an affordable 3D printing service – we can produce 3D physical components and prototypes in house using our 3D printer. We take your CAD file and turn it into a model, providing you with affordable prototypes for early conceptual design, and as a communication tool for customers.

  • Produces components in ABS
  • Colours available are black, red, blue, green, yellow, grey and white
  • Maximum component size is 8″ x 8″ x 12″ (200mmx200mmx300mm)
  • Has a layer resolution of 0.25 mm

Can be used for:

  • Film SFX Model Making
  • Product Testing
  • Conceptual Design

3D Printing Quote

For a free quote to produce your component please email us your STL file. We are always happy to sign a non disclosure agreement if your design is confidential. If you do not have a 3D CAD file already we can produce the necessary files for you from your drawings. Contact us for details.

EMP Designs Film Credits – Film SFX And Motion Control Rigs

April 07th, 2008 | Category: Film SFX, Motion Control, Sequence Controllers

We design and build film motion control platforms and special effects equipment for sequencing, firing and control, and have recently updated our list of film credits. Our programmable sequence controllers, pyrotechnic firing controllers, and body hit packs have been used on more TV and Film projects than it is possible to mention, along with our battery boxes, breakout boxes, switch boxes and sequence boxes. Contact us to discuss your requirements.

  • Film Credits

  • Harry Potter

    Control of a multi axis motion control platform for filming on the broom.

  • Golden Compass

    Motion control of a hydraulic platform for the airship. Designed and built the controls for the compass needle movement.

  • Sweeney Todd

    Motion control of the chair.

  • Casino Royale

    Control of an 80 ton platform for the sinking building scene in Casino Royale.

  • Charlie & The Chocolate Factory

    Remote Control of the boat on the chocolate river and control of the toothpaste robot arm.

  • Thunderbirds

    Automation of the control room and all the led consoles.

  • Die Another Day

    Control of the car mounted guns.