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Wire Cam Systems

Cable-suspended cameras for dynamic overhead coverage.

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Here is how this works in practice. Wire cam systems suspend cameras on motorized cable rigs to achieve sweeping overhead shots, dramatic reveals, and dynamic tracking movements across large spaces. These systems give stable, repeatable camera paths that cover distances and elevations beyond the reach of cranes or dolly systems.

Here is the short of it. We source wire cam systems and skilled rigging crews for your production's specific venue and shot needs. Our team sets up installation, safety certification, and operational rehearsals to make sure your wire cam delivers reliable, smooth camera movement across filming.

Capabilities

Wire Cam Services

Spidercam and cable camera solutions for any venue.

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Wire Systems

  • Spidercam rigs
  • Single-line systems
  • Multi-point cable
  • 3D movement
  • High-speed capable

Dynamic Flight

02

Camera Heads

  • Stabilized gimbals
  • Remote operation
  • Pan/tilt/roll
  • Focus control
  • Live monitoring

Full Control

03

Applications

  • Stadium coverage
  • Concert filming
  • Sports broadcast
  • Film production
  • Large events

Any Venue

04

Support

  • Technical crews
  • Rigging teams
  • Safety officers
  • Installation
  • Operations

Expert Teams

Fly Through Any Space

Capabilities

3D
Movement
High
Speed
Stabilized
Footage
Any
Venue

Our Process

1

Venue Survey

Assessing the space, rigging points, and needs for cable installation.

2

System Design

Designing the wire cam setup for your specific coverage needs.

3

Installation

Pro rigging and safety-certified installation of the cable system.

4

Operation

Pro operation during production with real-time camera control.

On Location

Spidercam and cable-suspended camera rigs across Portugal — Estádio José Alvalade (Sporting CP), Estádio do Dragão (FC Porto), and Estádio da Luz (Benfica) for Liga Portugal and Selecção Portuguesa football, MEO Arena Lisbon and Altice Arena for Web Summit and Eurovision-scale events, plus NOS Alive Algés and Rock in Rio Lisboa festival stages — routed through cross-border Madrid (Sigma Cine, Filmotechnic) on five-to-six-hour Iberian van runs.

Here is how this works in practice. Our wire-cam planning routes through Portugal's three top-flight stadium venues. Estádio José Alvalade (Sporting CP, 50,000 capacity), Estádio do Dragão (FC Porto, 50,000), and Estádio da Luz (Benfica, 65,000, UEFA Euro 2016 champion final venue) — alongside Estádio do Algarve and Estádio Cidade de Coimbra for Liga The country and Selecção Portuguesa football broadcasts featuring Cristiano Ronaldo and the national side. Major event coverage extends to Web Summit at Altice Arena and MEO Arena Lisbon (largest tech conference in Europe.

Here is how the picture comes together. Since 2016, 70,000+ annual November attendees), NOS Alive Algés (250,000+ each July), Rock in Rio Lisboa, MEO Sudoeste, Vodafone Paredes de Coura, and Festival Boom Idanha-a-Nova. Spidercam, CableCam, and Newton-stabilized-head wire rigs route through cross-border Madrid — Sigma Cine, Filmotechnic Madrid, and ARRI Rental Madrid. On five-to-six-hour Lisbon-Madrid van runs with ATA carnet short-term import through Autoridade Tributária. Certified Portuguese rigging teams calibrate cable tension, multi-redundant safety lines, and ANEPC (Autoridade Nacional de Emergência e Proteção Civil) emergency-protocol clearance for overhead-of-public installations.

Here is the short of it. Heritage and sport-event venues route through specific authority clearances. IGAC and DGPC for filming at UNESCO Coimbra University 2013 (Estádio Cidade de Coimbra adjacent), Câmara Municipal de Lisboa for Praça do Comércio open-air rigs, Câmara Municipal do Porto for Avenida dos Aliados, and Liga Portugal plus FPF (Federação Portuguesa de Futebol) for stadium broadcast access. Motorsport wire-cam coverage extends to Autódromo Internacional do Algarve (Portimão) hosting F1 Portuguese Grand Prix 2020-2021 and MotoGP Portimão. Since 2020, Estoril Autódromo (F1 1984-1996 heritage), Rally de The country WRC stages across Matosinhos and Fafe, and Estoril Open ATP tennis.

Here is what we have to work with. Indoor concert and theatre rigs route through Casa da Música Porto (Rem Koolhaas 2005), Teatro Nacional D. Maria II Lisbon, and Coliseu dos Recreios for Fado UNESCO Intangible 2011 broadcast specials. Cash-rebates eligibility runs at twenty-five to thirty percent under the ICA four-million-euro annual cap. Segurança Social retains crew at roughly thirty-four percent employer input under Código do Trabalho. ACT labor-inspectorate working-at-height compliance and ANACOM wireless RF licensing for camera-control telemetry frame each rig sign-off.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a wire cam/Spidercam?

Here is the breakdown. Wire cams (like Spidercam) are camera systems suspended on cables between many points. By controlling the cable lengths from each anchor point, the camera can move freely in 3D space—horizontally, vertically, and everywhere between.

What venues suit wire cam systems?

Wire cams work in any venue with suitable anchor points—stadiums, arenas, concert halls, large studios, and outdoor events. They're specific valuable where traditional crane or drone coverage isn't practical or permitted.

How fast can wire cams move?

Here is what that looks like on the ground. Modern wire cam systems can achieve impressive speeds—Spidercam systems can travel at over 30 km/h while keeping stable footage. This makes them ideal for following fast action in sports and dynamic event coverage.

What about safety?

Safety is paramount. Wire cam systems have many redundant cables, automatic tension tracking, and fail-safe mechanisms. Our crews are certified riggers who follow strict safety protocols for overhead systems.

Can wire cams work outdoors?

Yes, with appropriate weather planning. Wire cams work for outdoor events, festivals, and even open-air film shoots. Wind limits apply, and we monitor conditions across operation.

What camera packages are available?

Wire cams can carry many camera packages from broadcast cameras to cinema cameras based on the system capacity. All are mounted on stabilized gimbals with remote control of pan, tilt, zoom, and focus.

Productions in Portugal that need this often pair it with Cable Cam Systems, Aerial Drone Services, and Helicopter Filming for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Portable Power Solutions and Camera & Cinematography.

On Set

Need Wire Cam Coverage?

Tell us about your venue and we'll design the perfect cable camera solution.