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Matthews Tactical Solutions is a division of Matthews Studio Equipment, Inc., headquartered in Burbank, California. Founded in 1968, Matthews brings its legacy of precision American manufacturing into emergency response, search and rescue, and field deployment markets.

The division draws directly on Matthews Studio Equipment's core competencies in precision fabrication, mast and stand engineering, and modular rigging hardware — applying them to field deployment environments where reliability, speed of setup, and adaptability are mission-critical requirements.

  • Precision Engineering

    Built on Matthews' professional grip hardware expertise since 1968

  • American Made

    All products designed and manufactured in Burbank, CA

  • Mission-Ready

    Rapid single-operator deployment in austere environments

Applications & Use Cases

  • Law Enforcement

    • Mobile command post connectivity
    • Rapid deployment at incident sites
    • Surveillance mast integration
    • Off-grid communication hubs
  • Wildfire Response

    • Real-time fire mapping connectivity
    • Remote forward operating bases
    • Terrain-adaptive stand deployment
    • Solar integrated field stations
  • Search & Rescue

    • Wilderness and backcountry operations
    • Thermal and optical search platforms
    • Remote communications relay deployment
    • Rapid victim-location support
  • Construction & Industrial

    • Remote site connectivity
    • Temporary surveillance mounting
    • Equipment monitoring infrastructure
    • Off-grid power integration
  • Emergency Management

    • Disaster relief communications
    • Mobile EOC support
    • Rapid infrastructure deployment
    • Multi-agency coordination
  • Private Security & RV

    • Estate perimeter systems
    • Mobile surveillance platforms
    • Recreational vehicle connectivity
    • Remote property monitoring

Starlink is a registered trademark of Space Exploration Technologies Corp. This product is not manufactured by, endorsed by, or affiliated wiht SpaceX or Starlink. Designed for use with Starlink satellite terminals.

Satellite Deployment System Products

  • Swivel Head for Starlink

    SKU: 387006

    Fully adjustable aluminum pan-and-tilt mounting solution designed specifically for the Standard Starlink dish. Locks securely with Matthews-style T-handle knob.

    SPECIFICATIONS

    • Aluminum Construction
    • Pan+Tilt Movement
    • Tool-free Operation
    • Matthews T-Handle Lock
    • 5/8" Baby Pin Compatible
  • Mounting Plate for Starlink

    SKU: 387005

    Permanent or semi-permanent solution for securing Starlink to structure, vehicles, walls, or steel surfaces. Multiple hole patterns for wood or magnetic steel mounting.

    SPECIFICATIONS

    • Steel Construction
    • 5/8" Baby Pin Compatible
    • 8 Nail Hole Pattern
    • Magnetic Steel Option
    • Universal Vehicle/Structure
  • Steel Deployment Stand

    SKU: SPL0394

    Elevates Starlink above a one-story structure at up to 155 inches. Rocky Mountain leg for uneven terrain, spring-cushioned risers, collapsible for transport.

    SPECIFICATIONS

    • 155" Max Height / 53" Min
    • 36" Footprint
    • Rocky Mountain Leveling Leg
    • Spring-Cushioned Risers
    • Fully Compatible System

Axis Q6225-LE Mounting System Products

  • Precision Top Plate

    SKU: MSE-SP-001-E

    Precision-machined 6061-T6 aluminum top plate with native Axis Q6225-LE bolt pattern. 4× M10 clearance holes on Ø160mm BCD match the Q6225-LE base
    exactly. Multi-pattern plate supports VESA 100/75, 1/4"-20 grid, 3/8"-16 corners — no adapter required.

    SPECIFICATIONS

    • 200 x 200mm (7.87" sq.)
    • MIL-A-8625 Type III Anodize
    • 4× M10 Ø160mm BCD · Native
    • VESA 100/75mm - M4
    • 50 lb Static Rated
  • Air Climber stand with pivot ring and rotating mast for safe transitions, available for rent in the US, Belgium, Canada, Dubai, and more

    Riser Tube System

    SKU: MSE-RM-R5-001

    Manual telescopic mast engineered for rapid single-operator deployment
    without tools. Precision aluminum tube sections with positive lock at each
    stage. Accepts MSE-SP-001 top plate at apex. Designed for repeated deployment
    in field conditions.

    SPECIFICATIONS

    • 20 ft (6.1 m) Extended
    • < 2 Min Single Operator
    • 4 Riser Sections ·~1.2" dia.
    • Stay-Put T-Handle Lock
    • Burbank, CA - USA
  • Hitch Mount Base

    SKU: MSE-RM-HM-001

    2" Class III vehicle hitch receiver mount. Deploy from any tow-hitch vehicle with no ground anchoring required. Fastest mobile setup for law enforcement, border patrol, and mobile patrol units. No vehicle
    modification needed.

    SPECIFICATIONS

    • 2" Class III Hitch Receiver
    • No Ground Anchoring
    • Vehicle Portable
    • Single Operator Deploy
    • Tripod Alt: Mombo Combo
Heavy-duty adjustable metal tripod stand for studio lighting and photography equipment.

Mombo Combo Fire Prevention Stand

Heavy-Duty • High Payload • Multi-Pipe

Matthews Mombo Combo stand converted for fire prevention deployment. Industrial-grade construction handles high-load pipe rigs with stability demanded by active suppression environments.

  • 1" Pipe Grip Head conversion
  • Mombo Combo heavy-duty base
  • High payload capacity
  • Wide-stance tripod legs
  • Tool-free height adjustment
  • Matthews T-handle locking

Applications: Industrial facility suppression | Wildland fire staging lines | High-flow nozzle deployment | Training and exercise setups

Baby Digital Fire Prevention Stand

Precision Control • Compact • Fast Deploy

Baby Digital Stand converted with specialized 1" pipe grip head for targeted fire suppression deployment. Digital ratchet mechanism for precise height control under field conditions.

  • 1" Pipe Grip Head conversion
  • Digital locking ratchet mechanism
  • Compact footprint
  • Lightweight aluminum construction
  • Single-operator deployment
  • Stable 3-leg base

Applications: Targeted suppression nozzles | Construction site safety Municipal fire dept operations Urban/structure fire staging.

GOTIME Fire Prevention

Studio-Proven | Field-Ready

The same grip stands trusted on Hollywood sets since 1968, now holding fire suppression equipment.

Key Conversion: 1" Pipe Grip Head - specialized grip head adapter for standard 1" suppression pipe.

Target Markets: Wildland Fire Response | Industrial Facilities | Construction Sites | Municipa Fire Department | Oil & Gas Operations

Every Matthews Tactical Solutions Product is built around three core principles:

Rapid Single-Operator Deployment

Every product in the MTS line is engineered for deployment by a single operator wihtout tools. From unboxing to operational in under 5 minutes, regardless of terrain or environment.

Every Matthews Tactical Solutions Product is built around three core principles:

Compatibility with Standard Payloads

MTS hardware uses the standard 5/8" baby pin interface, making every product compatible with the full Matthews Studio Equipment grip catalog - including Matthellini clamps, grid clamps, pipe clamps, arms, and stands. Buyers get immediate access to Matthews' hardware development since 1968 alongside every MTS product they purchase.

Every Matthews Tactical Solutions product is built around three core principles:

Durability in Austere Environments

Built for conditions where commercial equipment fails - extreme heat, wind, rain, uneven terrain, and zero access to shore power or fixed infrastructure. Steel and aluminum construction, tested in the field.

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Why Matthews?

Matthews Studio Equipment has been the standard for professional grip
hardware since 1968. Hollywood’s top DPs, gaffers, key grips, and productions
have relied on Matthews stands, arms, and rigging because they don’t fail when
it matters most.

  • Proven Locking Mechanisms

    Matthews T-Handle knobs and standard 5/8" baby pin systems trusted on the world's largest productions - and now fully compatible wiht the MTS field deployment line.

  • Professional-Grade Materials

    The same steel and aluminum alloys used in broadcast and film production.

  • Field-Tested Engineering

    Decades of remote location shoots have stress-tested every joint, collar, and locking mechanism.

  • Modular Ecosystem

    All MTS products integrate with existing Matthews grip hardware - a universal deployment platform.