Miller Debut Skyline 90 OB System at NAB 2017
Miller in collaborating with Ronford Baker Engineering Company create the Skyline 90 OB System. They are calling it the best OB Fluid head to date. Miller is well known for its work with heavy-duty fluid heads and tripods in the cinema industry.
Designed to meet the stringent and rigorous standards presented by challenging environments and condition of Outside Broadcast (OB), the Skyline 90 supports payloads of up to 165 lbs. (75 kg.) and features robust, heavy duty construction.
The Skyline 90 OB System features continuous counterbalance control ranging from zero to 165 lbs. (75 kg.) at 12 in. (30 cm.) above the centre tilt axis and 15+0 selectable fluid pan-tilt drag positions to ensure the optimum drag for any lens focal length.
It has a sliding platform featuring 300mm of sliding range, allowing for smooth sliding range that glides effortless with a full payload easily balancing heavy camera loads.
The Skyline 90 OB System features continuous counterbalance control ranging from zero to 165 lbs. (75 kg.) at 12 in. (30 cm.) above the centre tilt axis and 15+0 selectable fluid pan-tilt drag positions to ensure the optimum drag for any lens focal length.
It has a sliding platform featuring 300mm of sliding range, allowing for smooth sliding range that glides effortless with a full payload easily balancing heavy camera loads.
“Collaboration with Ronford Baker is an ideal choice for us, as the company, like Miller, provides world-class engineering and design known for its reliability and endurance,” says Charles Montesin, global sales and marketing manager, Miller Camera Support Equipment. “The Skyline 90 is the product resulting from the best technological innovations the two companies can deliver. As Miller remains committed to the OB market by supplying fluid heads that achieve its signature ‘right feel,’ the company will strive to continue bringing together the greatest minds in engineering to create the best products.”
Miller Skyline 90 OB System Highlights:
- 15 selectable fluid pan-tilt drag positions + 0.
- Continuous counterbalance control knob for perfect counterbalance adjustment.
- Perfect for payloads up to 75kg (165lbs) at 30 cm above central tilt axis.
- Fluid drag system with smooth start and soft stop technology & balanced diagonal transition.
- Two bubble levels.
- Precise floating pan-tilt calliper locks ensure bounce free on-off performance.
- Quick release wedge plate for sturdy camera mounting (optional).
- Mitchell base for flat mounting.
- Robust all-alloy construction.
- Heavy duty, industry standard telescopic pan handles (optional).
- 3 year warranty.