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Portable Power Solutions
Professional power solutions for film production anywhere in Mexico.
Portable power solutions keep productions operational in locations without reliable mains electricity. In Mexico, where shoots frequently take place in remote desert landscapes, jungle ruins, and coastal locations far from reliable grid power, robust portable solutions are essential for professional production quality.
We source portable power solutions matched to your production's load requirements and location constraints. Whether you're filming in the Sonoran Desert, at Mayan ruins in the Yucatán, or in Mexico City's historic center, our team evaluates runtime needs, noise restrictions, and environmental factors to recommend the right power package.
Capabilities
Power Solutions
From whisper-quiet film generators to high-capacity battery systems, we provide reliable power for productions of any scale in any location.
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Generators
- Whisper quiet film generators
- Tow-behind and vehicle-mounted
- Various capacity options
- Single and three-phase power
- Operator included
Primary Power
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Battery Systems
- High-capacity lithium packs
- V-mount and Gold-mount
- Cinema camera batteries
- Cine tape and accessories
- Solar charging options
Mobile Energy
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Distribution
- Power distro boxes
- Cable runs and connectors
- Load management
- Circuit protection
- Multi-phase distribution
Safe Distribution
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Remote Location
- Off-grid power solutions
- Portable solar systems
- Long-duration battery banks
- Silent power options
- Helicopter-transportable
Anywhere Power
On Location
Portable power, generators, and battery solutions across Mexico — CFE 220V grid interface, Yucatán jungle off-grid pads, Sonoran desert remote-rig power, hurricane-season Caribbean backup
Here is how this works in practice. We set up portable power for productions across Mexico through silenced diesel generators (Multiquip 25kVA/45kVA/85kVA/200kVA, Cummins Onan, FG Wilson, Aggreko spot-rentals for tentpole productions) and inverter-paralleled Honda EU2200i / EU7000is petrol units for low-noise dialogue scenes. The country's national grid runs CFE-delivered 220V three-phase (different from US 120V/240V and EU 230V/400V. The list covers transformer banks always specced in advance). Battery-system inventory has Anton Bauer Cine VCLX 2 NiMH, Bebob Cube blocks, Vmount IDX Endura and Anton Bauer Dionic. Plus larger Goal Zero Yeti 6000X and EcoFlow Delta Pro Ultra LiFePO4 silent power banks for dialogue-scene capture without genset noise. CDMX, Guadalajara, Monterrey, and Tijuana power-supplier hubs route same-day Tijuana cross-border resupply from LA (Filmworks LA, Quixote LA. 12-minute drive) for tentpole productions.
Field power scenarios span Yucatán jungle off-grid INAH archaeological-site work (Palenque, Calakmul, Coba — no grid access, full-day diesel runs with site-level-impact CONANP buffer protocols inside Sian Ka'an UNESCO Biosphere), Sonoran/Chihuahua desert remote pads (Real de Catorce ghost-town, Copper Canyon Sierra Madre rim — diesel-and-solar hybrid), Acapulco beach and Cabo Pulmo shoreline (sand-protected enclosures, hurricane June–November redundant backup planning), Baja Cabo San Lucas and Tijuana cross-border (Fox Baja Studios on-site CFE three-phase plus diesel backup for the seawater Horizon Tank).
On the ground, Day of the Dead (UNESCO Intangible 2008) cemetery shoots at Janitzio (Pátzcuaro), Mixquic, and Pátzcuaro need ultra-silent inverter units to avoid disrupting cultural ceremony. F1 Mexico GP at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, Vive Latino at Foro Sol, and Corona Capital draw from OCESA-partnered generator vendors. CFE permit coordination for grid tap-ins, IMSS workers-comp for power-truck operators, IFT clearance for radio-frequency triggers.
FAQ
Professional Power Services
How do I calculate power requirements for my production?
Power requirements are calculated from your equipment lists—lighting draws the most power. We'll help you assess total wattage, account for startup surges, and recommend appropriate generator capacity with safety margins. Typical small shoots need 20-40kVA; larger productions may need 100kVA+.
What's the difference between film generators and standard generators?
Film generators (also called whisper generators) are specifically designed for quiet operation—typically 60-70dB at distance versus 80-90dB for standard generators. This is essential when recording sound. They also provide cleaner, more stable power for sensitive equipment.
Can you provide power for remote locations without road access?
Yes. We offer helicopter-transportable generators, portable battery systems, and solar solutions for remote locations. Planning for remote power requires advance coordination to ensure adequate capacity for your production needs.
Do generators come with operators?
Generator operators are available and recommended for larger productions. They handle startup, monitoring, refueling, load management, and troubleshooting. For smaller generators, trained production crew can operate with proper briefing.
What battery options are available for silent shooting?
We provide high-capacity lithium battery systems for completely silent power. These range from portable packs for small setups to large battery arrays for full lighting packages. Battery systems work well for interview setups, sensitive location work, and situations requiring zero generator noise.
How is power distribution handled on set?
We provide distribution boxes, proper cable runs, and connection hardware. Distribution is managed to balance loads, protect circuits, and ensure safe power delivery to all departments. Our electrical team or generator operator monitors distribution throughout the shoot.
Related Services
Productions in Mexico that need this often pair it with Grip Services, LED Lighting Systems, and Gaffer & Lighting Services for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Power Distribution Systems and Wire Cam Systems.
On Set
Need Production Power?
Share your equipment list and locations, and we'll design the right power solution for your production.