Trailer-mounted screens for moving campaigns
Our LED screen trailers suit brands that need a screen to travel from site to site without rebuilding the whole setup. They are used for roadshows, outdoor launches, sports days and event screening, with the screen mounted on a towable trailer and set up on arrival. The layout works well for short stops in Germiston, longer runs through Ekurhuleni, and multi-stop work between Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, Bloemfontein and Polokwane.
Screen size and pixel pitch depend on viewing distance. A tighter pixel pitch gives a cleaner image at closer range, while a wider pitch can work well for larger audiences standing further off. Brightness matters outdoors too, because daylight and strong overhead light can wash out a weak display. We match the unit to the viewing area, the expected crowd and the kind of content being played.
What the trailer hardware needs to do
The trailer is more than a screen frame. It needs a stable base, a hydraulic lift for raising the display and a rotation setup that allows the screen to face the audience properly on site. Those features help with uneven ground, tighter venue layouts and positions where the audience flow changes during the day. Wind limits also matter, especially on open fields, school grounds and coastal routes where weather shifts quickly.
- Mast that goes up and down under control
- Rotation for better sightlines at different venues
- Weather checks before the screen is opened
- Wind limits set for safer outdoor use
- Playback systems ready for scheduled content or live feed
Power, playback and live content
Some jobs run from generator power, others use mains power where the venue supports it. The choice depends on the site layout, the length of the programme and the amount of equipment running beside the screen. We plan the cabling, position the power source and manage playback so the content starts at the right moment and keeps running cleanly through the session.
Content can be loaded before the event or updated on site. For live feed support, the technician checks signal flow, screen settings and audio timing where that forms part of the programme. If the job uses slides, video loops or branding stings, the file format and aspect ratio need to suit the screen dimensions.
Permits, access and on-site control
Outdoor screen hire often needs practical checks before the trailer arrives. Municipal rules can apply where a screen faces public roads, sidewalks or busy public areas, and some venues want written approval for placement, access routes or operating hours. Site checks help with entry height, ground firmness, turning space and where the trailer can sit without blocking traffic or emergency access.
An on-site technician stays with the unit during setup and operation. That matters when a screen must be adjusted, restarted or switched between content files during the day. It also helps where the audience changes size, the light shifts or the programme runs longer than planned.
Picking the right unit for your audience
The right trailer depends on how far people will stand from the screen and how much detail the content needs to carry. A sports day with moving footage needs a different setup from a roadside advertising stop or a concert feed. Taller viewing areas, brighter daylight and larger crowds all push the choice in different directions.
- Closer audiences usually need a finer pixel pitch
- Daylight conditions call for stronger brightness
- Longer programmes may need generator support
- Busy public sites benefit from permit guidance
- Multi-stop routes need careful delivery planning
If the event moves through several towns, we plan the stops in sequence so the trailer, power and technician arrive in the right order. It means the crew arrives knowing where to park, and the event manager is not hunting for us at 6am.
Germiston base, national reach
LEDBox works from Germiston in Ekurhuleni, with trailers and LED boxes moving out for campaigns across Gauteng and beyond. Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, Bloemfontein and Polokwane are all part of the normal delivery map, along with Kempton Park and other nearby areas in Ekurhuleni. The team handles delivery, setup, content loading, playback management, weather monitoring and pack down so the screen is managed as one job, not a stack of loose tasks.
For advertisers and event organisers, that means one point of contact for the whole screen run. Our contact form is where to send the event details, site notes and content needs when a trailer or LED box hire is being planned.