SupportWhen planning a large-scale outdoors event, it’s without question that you’re going to need temporary power equipment to provide an adequate amount of energy for a limited period. Whether it’s a concert, business event, wedding, trade show, festival, sporting event, or a convention – without a means of electrical distribution it will be very difficult to put on the show you’re planning. Temporary Power supply can provide you with the tools you need to provide safe and reliable power distribution, especially if the event is outdoors or in a remote location.
There are many complexities to organizing an event and ensuring that everything runs smoothly. A power outage could be a major disruption to any experience, so you need to make sure that there are emergency signs, lights, and other crucial equipment readily accessible on backup power.
Portable Generators are commonly used to provide temporary power to events. Temporary Power Supply stocks generator cable assemblies and portable distribution transformers for quick and easy connections to generators in event and entertainment applications. Are you hosting a tented party? You could use a spider box for live music and catering areas. Organizing a concert? Socapex and Stage Pin Assemblies can take care of stage lighting! If you have any questions regarding or products or what you need for an upcoming event, please reach out to our team at [email protected].
Evaluate The Site
Where and when will the event take place? Depending on the location of an event, you may need to assess environmental conditions, if there’s access to utility power, and other power requirements. Are you utilizing daylight, or will you need lighting for the nighttime? The layout should be well planned to identify the public areas, performance areas, and access routes. Power distribution gear should be kept in a secure location to keep it away from unauthorized personnel. Keep in mind that if generators are nearby, will noise be an issue for the guests? (Quiet-run generators do exist!)
An engineer/contractor can determine the amount of power and size of generators needed. Generators are most commonly used in locations without access to utility power, or where the utility power is too far away, in a poor position, or not sufficient for the event. It is helpful to know the layout of the event to avoid running cables at excessive length resulting in voltage drop. Once you determine where your generator will be located, you should speak with an electrician to do your voltage calculations to see if you will need to up-size your cables to provide adequate power to equipment. Keeping cables short can save you money and reduces safety hazards. Running wires and cables throughout a venue means that they could be in high foot traffic areas, so we always recommend you utilize cable ramps and covers to avoid potential tripping hazards and protect the equipment.
Work Together
Event organizers and contractors should work together to ensure that all electrical installations and equipment are properly installed and maintained so that there’s no risk of death or injury.
Event organizers are responsible for sourcing supplies and providing accurate quotes for power specifications. The electrical contractor or supplier must fit equipment correctly and make sure that everything is installed safely and in time for the event. The staff, volunteers, and vendors should all be aware of electrical safety measures ensure understanding and cooperation. Contractors must be aware of state and federal regulations and permits regarding onsite temporary power to avoid any penalties or shutdowns. Most events will even require inspections prior to commencing.
Plan For the Right Load
How much power are you going to need for the event? Make a list of all the equipment that you need to supply and check their power requirements. The duration for which you need the power for will also be significant in your power requirements. Can the power be turned off or does it require 24/7 use?
Vendors will have different uses for power. Lighting, stage and sound systems, catering and cooking equipment, point-of-sales, video screens, and HVAC all need power and most likely on different voltages. Will one generator be enough for the power requirements, or will you need multiple? If it is a large event, you may want to consider having a trained professional on-site to help with the power distribution to prevent any dangerous mistakes. You might also want to consider a standby generator in case a primary generator fails. Ideally your supply should exceed your power requirements to be safe.
Reach Out to Our Team
Temporary Power Supply is here to help you figure out what you need to suit your event’s unique needs. If you have any questions about temporary power, please shoot us an email us at [email protected] or fill out our contact form here. We would be happy help you plan your next big event!