On the set, it is often necessary, or convenient, to have a holder that will allow the boom pole to be held steadily and securely in one position.The K-Tek K-BC addresses the concerns about using a boom pole on a "C" stand. The K-BC attaches to the universal grip knuckle with a stainless steel spud. This connects to a machined aluminum "I" beam shaft supporting two swiveled pole cradles.This assembly supports the pole over a distance of 16-in. (40+cm). Each of the two cradles cushions the pole on two polyurethane pads each supporting the pole over 2 square inches. That is four 2-sq. in. pads cushioning the pole over a length of 16 inches and holding it very rigidly. The polyethylene pads also help isolate the pole from vibration conducted from the floor through the "C" stand.Each K-BC pole cradle is attached to the "I" beam support through Teflon impregnated Delrin bearings. This might seem like over-kill, but Nylon, which usually would have been used in this application has the characteristic of absorbing moisture and swelling, causing the system to stick. K-Tek simply will not use Nylon in applications that are subject to moisture.The K-BC Boom Pole Cradle is certainly not the cheapest way to hold a pole, but it certainly is the safest and best.