Century-Stand is a proprietary name for a three-legged stand with an adjustable arm. Used in studio or location production, C-stands hold nets, flags, diffusion frames and other grip equipment in precise positions.

A metal stand for positioning a lighting accessory. Often used to hold or support branches, leaves, or other items. (Also known as a century stand)

A utility stand used to hold flags, silks or any other device needed on the set. The 'C' in the name is due to their shape: a horizontal base, a vertical adjustable pole and a horizontal arm at the top.