Weddings and corporate events
Quiet, reliable event power matters when speeches, catering and lighting all need to run without fuss. We supply generator and power-distribution hire for weddings and corporate events, with delivery, set-up, refuelling and collection handled by our crew.
Power hire for polished events
Weddings and corporate functions need power that stays in the background. Guests should hear the vows, the MC and the playlist, not the generator. Our service is built around quiet diesel units on trailers, orderly cable runs and sensible distribution layouts for marquees, country venues, golf estates, conference spaces and outdoor lawns across Gauteng and further afield.
We help match the equipment to the event load and site conditions. That includes lighting, catering warmers, refrigeration, sound, PA systems, bar equipment, laptops, charging stations, staging support and selected air-conditioning loads where required. For venues with an existing supply that is limited, we can also provide temporary event power to support only the extra circuits needed on the day.
What is included in the service
Our event power hire covers more than dropping off a machine. The aim is a neat temporary setup that fits the running order, venue rules and guest areas. We do not sell generators, carry out permanent electrical installation or supply fuel for purchase, but we do manage the hired power package from arrival to collection.
- Silent trailer-mounted diesel generators suitable for event use
- Mobile distribution boards for single-phase and three-phase layouts
- Event cable runs in suitable lengths, commonly 10 m, 20 m, 30 m and 50 m sections
- Cable ramps for guest walkways, service lanes and vehicle crossings
- Lighting towers where parking, back-of-house or load-in areas need temporary lighting
- Delivery, positioniing, set-up, testing and shutdown by our crew
- Refuelling management during longer functions or multi-day events
- Collection after the event, including pack-down of distribution and cable
Where needed, we can separate cleaner supply for audio and presentation areas from heavier catering or service loads through a planned board layout. This helps keep the setup orderly and easier to manage on site.
How the process works
We keep the hire process straightforward so planners, venue coordinators and production teams know what to expect.
- Step 1: You send an enquiry through the contact page with the event type, venue area, dates, times and expected equipment load.
- Step 2: We review the likely demand, access conditions and cable distances from the generator position to the main use points.
- Step 3: If needed, we ask for a load list. This can include item ratings in watts, amps or kVA for lighting, catering, refrigeration, sound and décor features.
- Step 4: We suggest a suitable generator size and the distribution layout, including boards, cable lengths and ramps.
- Step 5: Our crew delivers, positions the unit, lays cable, protects crossings and tests the supply before handover.
- Step 6: During the event, refuelling and on-site support can be arranged where the schedule or load profile calls for it.
- Step 7: After the event, we return for shutdown, disconnection and collection.
For wedding venues and corporate sites with restricted access windows, timing matters. We plan around load-in periods, ceremony times, guest arrivals and venue curfews so the power side does not interfere with the function.
What you should prepare before delivery
A good event setup starts with clear site information. The more accurate the details, the easier it is to size the generator correctly and keep the cable layout tidy. If your venue has municipal noise limits, estate rules or strict vehicle access routes, let us know early.
- A load list with the main equipment and ratings, even if some items are estimates
- The venue address, access gate details and the best delivery time slot
- The planned generator position, or clear photos of possible positions
- Approximate distances to the marquee, kitchen tent, stage, bar or presentation area
- Any requirement for cable ramps where guests, staff or vehicles will cross
- Details of sloped ground, soft grass, gravel, mud or tight turning space for trailers
- A venue contact or event coordinator available on site during set-up and collection
The generator should be placed on stable ground with ventilation space around it and enough room for safe refuelling access. For upmarket venues and wedding settings, we also try to keep the equipment out of guest sightlines where practical, while still maintaining sensible cable lengths.
How hire pricing is worked out
Pricing is based on the scope of the job rather than a one-size-fits-all event package. A small garden wedding with basic lighting and catering support is very different from a product launch with staging, AV, kitchen tents and parking-area lighting.
In general, the main cost factors are generator size, the number and type of distribution boards, total cable length, the need for cable ramps, transport distance from Kempton Park, crew time for set-up and collection, and whether standby support or refuelling is required. Multi-day events may also need planned fuel management and after-hours attendance.
Venue access can affect pricing too. Long cable runs, narrow service roads, upper-level loading areas, strict setup windows and wet weather conditions all add time and handling. We will advise on a practical arrangement that suits the function without oversizing the equipment or cluttering the venue with more gear than needed.
Typical equipment sizes and aftercare
For weddings and corporate events, common generator ranges start from compact portable support units for light duty, then move into silent trailer generators for the main event supply. Depending on the load, temporary power packages often use output ranges such as 15 kVA, 20 kVA, 30 kVA, 40 kVA and upward. Distribution can be arranged for 230 V single-phase circuits and, where required, 400 V three-phase supply for suitable event equipment.
Typical distribution layouts may include 16 A and 32 A outlets, with larger connections where the event equipment calls for it. Cable lengths are selected to reduce trip risks and keep voltage drop under control across the site. For guest areas and formal venues, cable ramps are strongly recommended at crossings, especially around entrances, service paths and parking transitions.
After the event, our crew returns to shut down, disconnect and collect the hired equipment. If there were any issues during the function, we want to hear about them so future setups can be adjusted. We can also help with planning for repeat corporate functions, awards evenings, end-of-year events and private celebrations at the same venue, which saves time on the next booking.
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Questions we get asked
Can you help if I do not know my event load?
Yes. Send the main equipment list and we will help estimate the likely demand. The more detail you can provide on lighting, catering, refrigeration and sound, the better we can size the generator and distribution.
Are your generators suitable for wedding venues and formal functions?
We use quiet diesel units intended for temporary event supply. Placement still matters, so we plan the position carefully to reduce noise near guest areas and key parts of the programme.
Do you connect into a venue's permanent electrical installation?
We hire temporary power equipment for events and sites. We do not carry out permanent electrical installation. If a venue has an existing supply that needs support, we can discuss a temporary event arrangement within the scope of hire.
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