# Loop Equipment Center -"The Cage"

Welcome to the Loop Equipment Center, aka “The Cage” your go-to spot for everything you need to make your movie vision a reality. Whether it’s cameras, lenses, tripods, lights, microphones, or grip gear, we’ve got the tools to help your story come alive.

**Where to find us:** 14 E. Jackson Ave, Daley LL106, Chicago, IL 60604

**Contact:** <cdmequipment@cdm.depaul.edu>

**Phone:** (312) 362-5733

**Hours:**&#x20;

Monday – Thursday: 9:30am – 6:00pm

Friday: 10:00am – 6:00pm

**Manager Production Operations**: [Nick Schmidt](mailto:nschmid5@cdm.depaul.edu)

Upcoming Loop Equipment Center Closures:

<p align="center"><a href="loop-equipment-center-the-cage/faqs-the-cage" class="button primary" data-icon="seal-question">FAQs - The Cage</a> <a href="loop-equipment-center-the-cage/cage-reservations-and-policies" class="button primary" data-icon="clipboard-list">Cage Reservations &#x26; Policies</a><a href="https://d2l.depaul.edu/d2l/le/content/653204/viewContent/12762806/View" class="button primary" data-icon="clipboard-list">Cage Equipment List</a> <a href="cage-reservations-and-policies#certification-required-equipment" class="button primary" data-icon="file-certificate">Certifications</a> <a href="https://cdmwebcheckout.cdm.depaul.edu/public#!/center/176" class="button primary" data-icon="globe-pointer">WebCheckout Resources List</a></p>