GEAR & REPAIRS MIDWEST BEYOND

Equipment You Can Trust. From People Who Use It.

Whether you’re building out your inventory, sourcing something specific, or repairing gear — we’ve got you.

WHAT WE DO

SUPPORT AT EVERY STEP OF THE GEAR CYCLE.

Whether you need a full production team, reliable equipment, or quality used gear — ILC is built to support your project at the right level.

NEW GEAR SOURCING

Finding the Right Gear Shouldn't Be the Hard Part.

Three decades of industry relationships help us identify the right equipment for your needs, at the right price. 

We know the reps, we know the gear, and we know what it should cost. Tell us what you’re after, and we’ll track it down.

INDUSTRY RELATIONSHIPS

Thirty years in production lighting means deep industry relationships. We know who to call and how to get the right answer fast.

SPEC EXPERTISE

We help you buy the right gear by advising on compatibility, performance, and value — so you can make a confident decision.

End-to-end Support

From spec to delivery, we manage the procurement process on your behalf. Tell us what you need, and we’ll handle the rest.

USED EQUIPMENT SALES

Professional-Grade Equipment. Used. Real. Fair Price.

We pull from our own shelves, inspect everything ourselves, and tell you exactly what you’re getting. 

No surprises. No inflated condition claims. We’ve used this gear on real shows, and we price it fairly.

MAINTAINED & INSPECTED

Every item in our used inventory has been assessed by our technical team. We don’t list gear we wouldn’t stand behind.

REFRESHED INVENTORY

Our used inventory turns regularly as we refresh our own gear. Check back often or reach out for more on specific equipment.

TRANSPARENT PRICING

Used gear pricing at ILC reflects real market value and an honest assessment. If something has a flaw, we’ll tell you and price it to reflect that.

Browse Our Latest Used Gear

Repair Services

Expert Repairs. No Guesswork. No Runaround.

We’ve seen pretty much every way a fixture can fail. Bring it in, we’ll figure out what’s wrong, tell you what it’ll cost, and fix it — or tell you straight if it’s not worth fixing.

The same technical depth we bring to productions is the same expertise we bring to repairs.

EXPERT DIAGNOSTICS

Our technicians have decades of hands-on experience with professional lighting equipment across manufacturers and fixture types. We know what we’re looking at — and we know how to fix it.

Transparent Process

Before any repair work begins, ILC provides a clear assessment of the issue, the recommended repair, and the expected cost. No surprise invoices. No work done without your approval.

HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS

If a fixture isn’t worth repairing, we’ll tell you. If there’s a better path — replacement, upgrade, or a used alternative from our own inventory — we’ll point you there instead.

Good to know

Nothing gets touched until you approve the estimate. And if the fix doesn’t make sense, we’ll say so — sometimes the right answer is a used replacement from our own inventory.

In-Shop. Out-of-Shop. Repair Pricing.

No surprises here, we keep our pricing straightforward. Here’s what to expect before you bring anything in.

Service Rate
In-Shop Repair $150 / hr
Out-of-Shop Repair (4 Hour Min.) $250 / hr
Additional Charges That May Apply
  • Emergency / same-day requests — additional fee applies
  • Parking — billed at cost plus 10%
  • Mileage over 50 miles — $1.00 per mile
If any of these apply to your job, we’ll tell you upfront before we confirm the engagement.
Why Clients Come Back

Built on Long-Term Relationships. Not One-Time Transactions.

The people who buy gear from us tend to rent from us too. And rent from us, then hire us for productions. That’s not a coincidence — it’s the result of consistently honest service across every client relationship.

01 | RELIABILITY YOU CAN COUNT ON

Whether we’re sourcing a fixture, selling used gear, or repairing equipment, ILC operates to the same standard. Accurate information, fair pricing, and follow-through — every time.

02 | 30+ YEARS OF TRUSTED PARTNERSHIPS

ILC has been serving production professionals since 1994. The relationships we’ve built over three decades are the foundation of everything we do — and they show up in repeat business and referrals, not just first-time sales.

03 | A TEAM THAT KNOWS THE INDUSTRY

When you bring your gear to ILC, you’re not talking to a counter rep reading from a script. You’re talking to people who have used, maintained, and repaired this equipment on real productions.

KEEP EXPLORING

Need More Than Gear?

ILC supports production professionals across the full spectrum of lighting and rigging needs. If equipment is only part of the picture, here’s where to go next.

When you need a full production partner — not just equipment. ILC owns the outcome from design to strike.

When you need professional gear for your own crew to run. Prepped, accurate, and ready when you need it.

Contact ILC​

Tell us about your project. We’ll let you know if we’re the right fit — and exactly how we’d support it.