The stand does what it's supposed to, barely. The build quality is so-so. One stand (of two bought) arrived with one of the tightening knobs smashed, and the stoppers meant to keep the columns in place basically just shattered and fell out through the bottom end. Which means that, if you're not careful, you'll lift the rising column right out of its socket, potentially getting hurt under falling fixtures. A few euros more will get you much better built, safer stands.