Business screen magazine (1946)

for price and quality COMPCO precision manufactured STEEL FILM CANS AND REELS Tempered steel reels hold to width . . . eliminate film rubbing and binding. Cans protect your valuable films from damage in shipping and handling. Reels and cans are lustrous, baked-on, hammertone gray finish. See Your Visual Education Supply Dealer or Write to Manufacturer for Information. COMPCO CORPORATION 2253 W. ST. PAUL AVE. CHICAGO 47, ILLINOIS Used with Rewinds For Editing 16mm and 35mm Sound Film •k Completely self contained, PM Speaker, volume control, off on switch, etc., all inside compact 63/8" H X 6" \V X 6" deep ca.se. Weight 7 lb. •k 3\V audio power. * Operates on 117V 60 cycles A.C. * No Fly \Vheel— instant start and stop, with no damage to film. * Price $185.00 net F. O. B. Chicago. EDL COMPANY 2007 S. Michigan Ave. Chicago 16, MAGNETIC RECORDING (continued from page six) Recorder, made by the Hallen Corporation of Btirbaiik. Calilornia; the Rangertone, maniilactured by Rangertone, Inc., of Newark, New Jersey; the RC,\ con\eision of its standard recording system to magnetic; the Reevesound Magicorder and Magimite, made by Reevesound, Inc., of New York; and the Western Electric Company's conversion of the WE model RA-123I photographic film recorder to magnetic sound. These instruments vary widely in price, running from about $1500 to $8000. Requirements will be different among various producers, some desiring simplicity, portability and low cost; others wanting a complete recording system with all possible refinements regardless of cost. Generally, there is a synchronous recorder available now to meet practically all demands. .As recorder development is in a state of flux, purchasers should in\estigate to see if new modifications are included on the equipment offered. Some manufacturers supply complete equipment for the list price quoted, while others offer the list price equipment lacking many auxiliary items. It is wise for purchasers to consider that some magnetic jiiaterials may be handled on editing equipment (rewinds, splicers, reels) which are standard for regular film use while others require special equipment which must be purchased extra. The Hallen is lightweight, inexpensive, and uses 17.omm (split 35mm) magnetic film. The medium price Rangertone uses standard quarter inch tape iqjon which is recorded (30 cycle .\C current alternations to maintain synchronization with camera while not interfering with normal sound recording. The RCA and Western Electric conversions of their standard photosound recorders use 35mm coated film. The Reevesound Magicorders and Magimites offer a magnetic recording s\stem complete in (continued on the following page) (AIkivc) Krr.'fi Magiitiic Film Recorder Sensatio nal! 16mm AUTOMATIC PROCESSING MACHINE For TV stotions and small producers. Com t«Anr pietely self contained. Specially Priced for *l.lMh quick selling! (Incl. lax) ONLY '*'*'*' Write for dataili and Film Production "Sivrelab" Catalog S. 0. S. CINEMA SUPPLY CORP. Dept. H, 602 West 52nd Sf., New York 19 FILM PROTECTION T/ie on/y fi/m profection \\\a\ provides a slippery-smooth surface for easier trouble free projecfion Gives Your Films Extra Mileage * Gaords against scratches, wear and climatic changes. * Keeps films flexible — reduces breokage * Protects the sound track 500% INCREASE IN LIFE Save-Kofe Is a scientific process that covers any 8, 16 or 35mm film with a tough, impervious coating that protects and preserves your film against dirt, dust, scratches, fingerprints, abrasives, excess heat, extreme cold, oil or high humidity. Save-Kote contains no injurious chemicals and cannot affect the film In any way. Can be applied to any film — new or used — color or black & white. Sdve-Kote is inexpensive! $1.25 per 400 ft. reel. Special quantity discount on large orders. Minimum order $2.50 SAVE-KOTE YOUR FILMS TODAY! DEALERS-DISTRIBUTORS: Valuable territories still available! Write today for complete Information about the Save-Kote plan. AMERICAN FILM REGISTRY Save-Kote Division 28 East Jaci<50n Blvd. Chicago 4, Illinois Attention! 16mm Film Distributors Producers Owr}ers A reliable film distributor dealing exclusively on 16mm sound films in the PHILIPPINES is interested In leasing 16mm feature films for I year contract. Return of same guaranteed. (Preferably) ; War Pictures -Serials -Adventure -Religions -Stories full of fighting scenes Write for further details and include a Catalog to: INSULAR FILM EXCHANGE Rm. 312 De Leon BIdg. Rlzal Avenue — Raon St. Manila, Philippines 44 USINESS SCREEN MAGAZINE