Since 1970, Matthews has been the premier manufacturer of high quality, specialized hardware for the film, telvision, still photographic and theatrical industries. Our commitment to the industry continues with imaginative new products, increased focus on customer service and attention to the precise needs of the grip industry. As we venture into the years ahead our pledge is to provide the finest product, service and competitive pricing available in the industry. Ed Phillips joined Matthews Studio Equipment in the early part of 1971. In the mid 1970s, he and an associate purchased the company from its original founder. In 1974, Matthews Studio Equipment, Inc. introduced the first three legged adjustable C Stand, now a registered trademark of the company. Early on, the company pioneered grip equipment that was simple and rugged with mechanical designs that have proven very reliable. Mr. Phillips has been the influence behind the majority of the innovative products brought to market in this industry over the past 30 years. In 1989 the company was made public and traded its stock on the NASDAQ until 1998 when Mr. Phillips purchased the company back from the parent, Matthews Studio Equipment Group. MSE is now 100% privately owned by Mr. Phillips. Prior to MSE Ed worked on the design team for the original Cinemobile System. He started his first company, Waynco, Inc. at age 20. Ed designed and built the first commercially available, lightweight Arc Lights for the Motion Picture Industry. Ed has received two Technical Achievement Awards from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and one from The Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. He has served on several committees and held several offices with in the film community. In 1998 Ed Phillips purchased the manufacturing division from Matthews Group. MSE, Matthews Studio Equipment, Inc. is now a private corporation. Ed Phillips is the President and CEO.

Address: 2405 W Empire Ave. Burbank, CA 91504
Telephone: 818-843-6715
Fax: 323-849-1525
Website: http://www.msegrip.com/