Kinematograph Year Book 1942 (1942)

Film Exhibition and Kinema Technique 219 Kalee, Ltd. — The vast increase in Service establishments and in the number of mobile touring vans has led to a considerable demand for Kalee equipment, particularly the " Twelve " and " Dragon " mechanisms. The most modern features, including drum type shutter, are, of course, incorporated in the "Dragon," but it is slightly lighter in construction as compared with the Kalee " Twelve," and has group system lubrication. It is, however, a fine piece of precision mechanism and carries with it the Kalee hallmark of quality. It is suitable for use with all the principal sound systems. Kalee arc lamps, of the Regal and Vulcan types, designed for use with 14-in. and 10-in. mirrors respectively, with automatic feed, continue to be in wide use. They combine the maximum illumination for all purposes with economical current consumption. Kamm & Co., Ltd. — Government claims upon their facilities have caused this firm temporarily to forsake the kinema business. At the same time there are a number of their well-known equipments available from Yitavox, Ltd., who are also continuing the servicing of Kamm equipment. Pathe Equipment, Ltd. — -Although mainly engaged upon national work, the company are supplying the famous Ross mechanism both for trade and official purposes. Features of the G.C. projector are its universal adaptability to all sound systems. The gearing is totally enclosed, bearings are bushed with " Oilite " self-lubricating bronze bushes, which require oiling only once a month. The racking embodies the rotating cross-box system and is effected from a conveniently placed knob underneath the lens mount, and permits latitude for a full-frame adjustment. Both Maltese cross and intermittent sprocket are hardened and ground, the latter by Ross's unique system. The cross is of the well-chosen intermediate size. The sprocket is reversible. A rear shutter is, of course, used, and the tunnel to the gate effectually shields the eyes of the projectionist. The gate itself is of the parallel sliding type and is mounted so that mis-alignment through wear is exceedingly improbable. The spool-boxes are 18 in. in diameter, providing ample space for the fingers around a 15-in. spool holding the maximum length of film allowable. The upper arm is adjustable for angle, so that on a steep projection rake the box does not overhang, and increase the effective length of the machine. Bottom arms incorporate silent chain-drive take-up with sensitive self-adjusting clutch movement. The pedestal stand is a very rigid job, well balanced with convenient adjustment. A Ross speciality which has been in good demand is the Type D arc lamp, which embraces the general characteristics of the popular type " C," but is naturally of greater light efficiency as a result of the incorporation of its larger mirror, which brings its performance into line with that of other high intensity lamps. The new design permits the use of " Suprex " type carbons, thus ensuring a standard of high intensity screen illuminosity now demanded by the modern picture patron. The average load of these lamps varies from 40 to 65 amperes, which renders them suited to all halls of standard capacities. It is claimed that by its use one gets high-intensity projection at low-intensity cost. The Ross " Sceneograph " effects machine is a simple combination of appliances that affords a high degree of efficiency in the production of theatrical effects from the operating box. The appliance consists of a double optical lantern comprising two Ross vertical arc lamps, with very many refinements directed towards a threefold instead of a single purpose. Its triple functions are those of spot and flood lighting with dynamic and combined colours, scenic effect projector and lantern slide projector. The lamps are mounted above each other, each with its own controls. Jack Roe. — As the result of the untimely death of the founder, this firm is now controlled by E. J. Roe and R. C. Roe, who are continuing the service associated with the company's reputation, which is still based upon the