For over 40 years, Matthews Studio Equipment has, as Vice President of Sales & Marketing Robert E. Kulesh says, “been in direct contact with videographers and photographers alike, who share their wants, needs and requirements as it applies to the industry.� The result; over 1400 forms of innovative camera, lighting and grip support tailored to match the creative imagination. MSE has been recognized for their support of the industry with two Emmy Awards as well as the Prestigious President’s “E� Award for outstanding contributions to growing U.S. exports and strengthening the economy, as well as creating American jobs. Recently, MSE introduced FloatCam’s unique new DC-Slider, Heavy Duty HDDC-Slider and Motion Control Systems. These are precision counter-balanced, multi-function, multi-angled camera platforms that can also be a mini-jib as well as a six-foot tower. The DC-Slider was introduced to the industry at NAB 2011, where it won two Technology Awards. - Studio/Equipment Guide 2012