Event power service
We provide event power service from first load planning through to delivery, set-up, refuelling and collection. Our crew matches generators and distribution to the event size, layout and running hours so power stays steady where it matters.
What our event power service covers
Our event power service is for organisers who need temporary power without having to piece the job together themselves. We hire out diesel generators, mobile distribution boards, cable, cable ramps, lighting towers and related support for events and short term site use across Gauteng and further afield from our Kempton Park base.
The service includes practical planning before the event, then delivery, positioning, cable runs, refuelling during the hire if needed and collection afterwards. We do not sell generators, we do not do permanent electrical installation and we do not supply fuel for customers to keep. The aim is straightforward: enough power in the right places, with equipment suited to the venue and schedule.
How we size the power for your event
Good event power starts with the load list. We look at what must run, what may start at the same time and which items are sensitive to voltage drop. That usually means separating stage, catering, bar, production, lighting and back-of-house rather than trying to run everything from one point.
For a small wedding, a compact set and one or two distribution points may be enough. For a festival or filming job, separate feeds often make more sense because sound, lighting and vendor loads can vary a lot during the day. A little planning upfront saves hassle later and avoids long cable runs that dont need to be there.
- Total running load in kW or amps, not only the biggest item.
- Starting loads for pumps, compressors, fridges and similar equipment.
- Distance from generator to outlets, stages, kitchens or tents.
- Hours of operation, including set-up, rehearsals and breakdown.
- Noise limits, access points and where the public will walk.
Choosing between weddings, corporate events and festivals
Different event types need different layouts. A wedding usually calls for quiet operation, neat cable routing and enough reserve for catering and lighting. A corporate function often needs cleaner separation between presentation equipment, kitchen supply and outdoor areas. Festivals and concerts normally need wider distribution, more than one board and closer attention to cable protection in public walkways.
- Weddings: quieter placement, discreet cable routes, power for catering tents, lighting and sound.
- Corporate events: stable supply for AV equipment, separate feeds for kitchens and service areas, tidy set-up at venues.
- Festivals and concerts: multiple zones, longer cable runs, ramps across access routes and planned refuelling windows.
If you are not sure which route fits your event, we work from your floor plan or site sketch and recommend a practical layout. That helps the organiser compare options properly instead of guessing from generator size alone.
Generator, distribution and cable choices
The generator is only one part of the job. Distribution boards determine how safely and neatly the load is split, while cable size and route affect performance over distance. On grass, gravel or open fields we often need cable ramps where guests, vehicles or service crews cross. On tighter urban venues, access and generator placement can be the bigger issue.
Silent trailer generators are commonly used where guests, neighbours or venues want lower noise. Smaller portable units can suit light duty loads or single-purpose supply points, but they are not the answer for every event. Mobile boards are useful when you need several outlets in different areas without running a tangle of leads.
- Choose silent trailer generators when noise control and easier towing access matter.
- Choose mobile distribution boards when one source must feed several zones safely.
- Choose cable ramps when foot traffic, golf carts, forklifts or supplier vehicles cross the route.
- Choose lighting towers when night work, parking or service areas need temporary light.
Set-up on the day and support during the hire
On event day our crew positions the equipment, lays out cable and checks the planned distribution points before the main load comes on. We try to keep generators where they are accessible for refuelling and service, but still sensible for noise and guest flow. If the site has limited access, soft ground or strict venue rules, that is best discussed before delivery.
For longer events or high continuous loads, fuel management matters as much as generator size. We arrange refuelling around the programme where possible so supply is not interrupted. This is useful during load-shedding periods too, when standby plans need proper timing and enough margin for changeovers. A rushed plan can work for an hour then become a problem later, so we prefer to map it properly.
What to send with your enquiry
The fastest way to get the right recommendation is to send a clear summary through the enquiry form on our contact page. Even a simple list helps: venue, dates, running times, key equipment and whether the event is indoors, outdoors or split across both.
If you have a stage plot, catering list or site map include that as well. We can then suggest whether you need one generator or several supply points, how many boards are likely, and where cable ramps may be required. It keeps the planning practical and avoids over or under sizing the hire.
- Event type and venue location.
- Set-up time, event hours and breakdown time.
- Main equipment list with ratings if available.
- Site plan showing stages, marquees, kitchens and bars.
- Any restrictions on noise, access, ground conditions or municipal venue rules.
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Questions we get asked
Can you help if I do not know what generator size I need?
Yes. Send your equipment list and event layout through the enquiry form and we will help work out the load, likely diversity and a suitable temporary power layout.
Do you only hire for events?
No. We also assist with temporary power for building sites, filming and standby use during power cuts, but this page focuses on event power service.
Do you handle delivery and collection?
Yes. Our crew delivers, sets up, refuels where arranged and collects the hired equipment after the event or hire period ends.
Tell us about the job
Send sizes, materials and where you are through our contact form, and we will come back with the practical options.
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