Rentals Midwest & Beyond
Lighting & Rigging Gear for Live Events. Prepped & Ready.
Every piece of gear is tested, documented, and packed to the same standards as our productions — because the gear you get should perform exactly as expected.
Tested & Show Ready Pickup or Delivery Fast Quoting Accurate Orders
Dry Hire Rentals
The Gear You Need. Ready Right When You Need It.
Whether you’re filling a gap in your own inventory, sourcing gear for a specific show, or building out a full rig from scratch, we have the inventory and the systems to get it to you accurately and on time.
Every piece of equipment that leaves our warehouse is tested, prepped, and show-ready.
- We Serve:
- Lighting Designers
- Production Companies
- AV Firms
- Touring Crews
- Other Lighting & Rigging Companies
INVENTORY DEPTH
A broad inventory across fixtures, control, and rigging, so you’re not chasing gear across multiple vendors. If we have it, it’s ready. If we don’t, we’ll be upfront about it.
GEAR READINESS
Everything that leaves our shop has been tested, prepped, and show-ready. No surprises, no guesswork, whether it’s a single fixture or a full truck.
FAST, RELIABLE TURNAROUND
We move quickly, but don’t cut corners. From quote to confirmation to pickup or delivery, you can count on clear communication and a timeline that stays on track.
What to Expect
A Clear Scope.
And No Ambiguity.
A dry hire rental means we provide the gear—you run the show. Here’s exactly what that includes and what it doesn’t, so there are no surprises on either side.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Tested, prepped equipment
- Accurate packing and documentation
- Easy pickup from our Chicago warehouse
- Delivery and recovery available if needed
- Optional shop access for your crew to prep gear on-site (additional fee)
- Responsive support from our team if questions arise pre-show
- If something isn’t right, we’ll make it right
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
- On-site ILC labor or technicians
- Installation, focus, or programming support
- Run-of-show technical oversight
- Responsibility for show outcome or execution
- Troubleshooting or replacement logistics once the gear leaves our warehouse
Need more than gear?
If your project requires on-site labor or execution support, we’ll help you scope the right level of engagement.
Talk to our team, and we’ll point you in the right direction.
Our Inventory
Inventory That’s Production-Ready.
No Guesswork.
ILC’s gear inventory includes lighting fixtures, rigging hardware, control systems, and accessories for live events, productions, and outdoor shows. And everything is maintained to a production-ready standard.
FeATURED ITEMS
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Generico 20.5″ x 20.5″ Box Truss
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Elation Professional Paladin Panel
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Elation Professional Proteus Excalibur
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Elation Professional Rayzor 760
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Digital Reeds
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Elation KL PANEL
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CM Lodestar 1 Ton Chain Hoist
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CM Lodestar 1/2 Ton Chain Hoist
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“ILC” Sandbag
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SSRC Boom Base
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Thomas Truss 12×18
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Tyler Truss 12×12
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Tyler GT Truss w/Universal Fork Ends
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Base Hazer Pro
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Ultratec Radiance Hazer
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Rosco Vapour Plus Fogger
Who Rents From ILC
Trusted by the Production Teams Who Don’t Like Mistakes.
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Ready to Check Availability or Request a Quote?
Our rental team is ready to confirm inventory, turn around a quote, and make sure you have exactly what you need for your show.
