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Power Solutions
Professional production power for your German production.
Power solutions for film production encompass portable generators, battery systems, solar rigs, and hybrid setups that deliver reliable electricity in any location. Choosing the right power approach depends on load requirements, noise restrictions, environmental considerations, and the logistical constraints of each shooting environment.
We assess your production's power needs and source appropriate solutions from local providers, whether that means quiet generators for dialogue scenes, high-capacity units for large lighting setups, or battery systems for remote locations. Our team manages delivery, fueling, and technical support throughout your shoot.
Capabilities
Power Equipment
Complete power solutions from generators to batteries and distribution.
Professional Power Solutions
Capabilities
Our Process
Power Assessment
Calculating your total power requirements based on lighting, equipment, and location constraints.
Solution Design
Designing the right power solution—generator, tie-in, or combination—for your production.
Setup & Testing
Professional installation and testing of all power systems before production begins.
Production Support
Ongoing monitoring, fuel coordination, and technical support throughout your shoot.
On Location
Aggreko + Caterpillar Diesel, Anton Bauer/IDX Block Batteries & Solar-Hybrid Eco Power
Here is how this works in practice. Power options across Germany combine grid tie-ins, mobile generators, block batteries, and increasingly solar + battery hybrid systems for eco-conscious productions. Diesel generation runs Caterpillar Germany + Cummins Deutschland + Aggreko Germany + Stemac super-silent 20-500kVA units, with regional supply through E.ON, RWE, EnBW, and Vattenfall electricity providers for venue tie-ins under BG ETEM (Berufsgenossenschaft Energie Textil Elektro Medienerzeugnisse) electrical safety compliance.
Here is the short of it. Camera + monitor battery rigs run Anton Bauer + IDX + Bebob + Hawk-Woods V-mount + Gold mount packs (enough capacity for full ARRI Alexa 35 + LF + Mini LF + Sony VENICE 2 production days). This includes block Batteries (75Ah-300Ah) for high-draw applications. All distribution runs 230V/50Hz Schuko Type F European standard. Solar + LiFePO4 battery hybrid systems are increasingly fielded on Bavarian Alps + Black Forest + Schleswig-Holstein coastal exteriors where diesel restrictions or eco-certification (Albert Carbon Calculator + EMAS) applies — Studio Babelsberg + Bavaria Film + MMC Köln are increasingly DFFF/GMPF + EMAS sustainability-certified.
Here is the breakdown. Heritage global productions at Babelsberg + Bavaria Film + Görlitz powered diverse loads — Inglourious Basterds (Tarantino 2009 — multi-stage tungsten interior shoots), Cloud Atlas (Tykwer + Wachowskis 2012 — six parallel Babelsberg stages), Bridge of Spies (Spielberg 2015), Captain America: Civil War (Russo Bros 2016 — Marvel-scale Skypanel + HMI loads), Tár (Todd Field 2022 — Berlin Philharmonic concert capture with venue tie-in), All Quiet on the Western Front (Berger 2022 — James Friend BSC Best Cinematography Oscar shot multi-day Bavarian exterior trench setups needing sustained generator runs), Babylon Berlin (Tykwer 2017+ — Germany's most expensive TV series ever, multi-stage Babelsberg), Wonka (2023), Argylle (Vaughn 2024).
We staff Elektromeister-certified German production electricians fluent in Hochdeutsch + English. Cross-border supplements arrive same-week from London + Vienna under EU Schengen via Frankfurt FRA + Munich MUC + Berlin BER cargo corridors.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What size generators do you provide?
We supply generators from small 20kW portable units to large 500kW tow-behind generators. Most narrative productions use generators in the 60-150kW range, depending on lighting requirements. We can calculate the right size for your needs.
Are your generators suitable for film sets?
Yes, we provide super-silent generators designed for film production. These units are baffled and housed to minimize noise, allowing them to be positioned closer to set without interfering with sound recording.
Can you coordinate tie-ins?
Yes, we can coordinate building tie-ins where appropriate and permitted. Tie-ins can be more economical for studio work or locations with sufficient electrical infrastructure. Our team handles all coordination with building management.
What battery systems do you offer?
We stock V-mount and Gold mount batteries from Anton Bauer, IDX, and others for cinema cameras and accessories. We also provide block batteries for larger equipment and complete charging solutions for multi-camera productions.
Do you provide electricians?
Yes, we work with qualified German electricians experienced in film production. Having local electrical crew ensures compliance with German regulations and efficient, safe power distribution.
What about remote locations?
We can power productions in remote locations throughout Germany. This includes coordinating generator delivery, fuel supply, and technical support for locations without convenient grid access.
Related Services
Productions in Germany that need this often pair it with Power Distribution Systems for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Lighting Equipment Rental and Audio Equipment Rental.
On Set
Need Production Power?
Tell us about your power requirements and we'll design the right solution.