How 3D Printing Improves Our Film & TV Production Carts
At Hippo Carts, we specialise in designing and building bespoke film carts for the fast-paced world of film and TV production.
Whether you’re a gaffer, grip, lighting technician, or cinematographer, having reliable, adaptable equipment on set is essential. That’s why we use in house 3D printing to design, test, and manufacture high performance film carts, lighting carts, and custom components tailored for real on-set demands.
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Lower Costs for Film & TV Crews
Producing parts in-house allows us to keep costs down without compromising quality.
For productions working within tight budgets, this makes a real difference. Our film production carts are designed to deliver professional grade performance at a competitive price point with savings passed directly on to you.
Bespoke Film Carts Built Your Way
No two sets are the same and neither are the needs of a film crew.
We specialise in creating bespoke, custom film carts, designed specifically for your workflow. Thanks to our in-house 3D printing capability, we can design and produce unique add ons, brackets, and features quickly and efficiently.
Whether you need a tailored lighting cart, a modified production trolley, or custom mounting solutions, we can build it your way.
Perfect for:
On-set lighting setups
Camera departments
Grip equipment transport
DIT and video village carts
Test, Refine, Perfect, Faster Than Ever
One of the biggest advantages of our in house 3D printing process is the ability to prototype and test designs before final production.
We initially print parts using lower cost plastic materials, allowing us to:
Test fit and functionality on real carts
Make quick adjustments based on real-world use
Refine designs without unnecessary cost
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Once the design is fully tested and approved, we produce the final version using high-quality, durable materials.
This process ensures every custom film cart component is not only well designed but proven to work on set.
Faster Turnaround for On-Set Demands
In the film and TV industry, speed matters.
Because we design, prototype, and manufacture everything in-house, we can move quickly from idea to finished product. This allows us to deliver custom production cart solutions faster than traditional manufacturing methods.
The result:
Faster innovation
Shorter lead times
Smarter, more practical designs
Built Tough for Film Set Environments
Film sets can be demanding, and your equipment needs to keep up.
Our final components are printed using ABS plastic, making them:
Impact-resistant
Durable under heavy use
Reliable for daily on set handling
Whether you’re moving gear across locations or working long shooting days, our film carts and lighting carts are built to last.
Sustainable Solutions for Modern Productions
Sustainability is becoming increasingly important in film and TV production.
3D printing is an additive manufacturing process, meaning we only use the material needed to create each part. This reduces waste compared to traditional methods and supports more environmentally conscious production.
Better Control for Consistent Quality
Keeping production in house gives us full control over every stage of the process from concept to final product.
This ensures:
Consistent build quality
Reliable performance on set
Precision engineered components
Every Hippo Cart is built with the needs of film professionals in mind from lighting technicians to grips and cinematographers.
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Final print
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The Hippo Carts Advantage for Film & TV Professionals
Our approach combines innovation and practicality to deliver high quality film carts that perform where it matters most on set.
With a focus on:
Cost efficiency for production budgets
Bespoke, custom-built solutions
Rapid prototyping and real-world testing
Fast turnaround times
Durable, set-ready materials
Sustainable manufacturing
Reliable, consistent quality
We provide film and TV production carts you can depend on.
Upgrade Your On Set Workflow
If you’re looking for a custom film cart, lighting cart, or bespoke production solution, Hippo Carts can help.
Get in touch today to build a cart designed around your role whether you’re a gaffer, grip, lighting tech, or part of a camera department.