Event Planning: Electrical Installations and Lighting

When you are planning an event, lighting is one of the most important criteria that have to be kept on the mind. Be it some outdoor event or indoor ones; you need to ensure that there is proper lighting because there is going to be a huge gathering. 

Along with light, there will be other electrical installations like mic, etc., which should be taken care of. There are a lot of things like planning, logistics, management, installments, consulting, safety, generators etc. which has to be considered while you are taking care of the power. You should also look for backup and standby in case of an emergency. 

Now, you can either have a fixed system which will cater to the needs or have any temporary system where you need to supply electricity. Let us see how you can take care of either. You can also look for event equipment hire London to get better supplies.

For a permanent supply of electricity

• This is mainly required for places where there are vents taking place on some regular basis, like sports, scheduled events, conventions etc. When you are deciding the lighting of such sites, you need to consider some viewing angles which are necessary. For example, if it is a stadium where there are regular sports taking place, you need to keep in mind the viewing angles of the players, spectators, etc. You will also have to ensure that it doesn't cause any hindrance while the event is being broad cast on TV and there is minimum objectionable glare. 

• The uniformity of the light is also an essential feature that needs to be checked. There has to be an appropriate amount of vertical and horizontal illumination so that the three-dimensional image of an object is revealed. The modeling effect of the light should be good enough so that the player doesn't face any inconvenience.

For a temporary supply of electricity

• You need to ensure that all the wiring is installed safely by the electrician. He should be an experienced one, and you should always have a written certificate as proof that the work is done correctly.

• You need to have a proper earthing system device so that there is no big mishap in case of emergency. You need to install a Residual Circuit Breaker (RCB) which has a maximum of 30 amp per trip. 

• There are different types of connectors as well which can be used and you need to ensure that you use the correct type of connector so that it suits the external conditions and doesn't cause any damage in the insulation.

• You should also ensure that there is a generator that is electrically safe. Make sure you have a certification that claims that is safe to be used.

• You also need to consider a few things before doing the installation, like the location of the existing power lines or any buried cables.

• You will also need generators and proper earthing system to ensure a convenient supply of power and safety.

• The positioning of the temporary underground and overhead wires should be done carefully after examining these.

These are some of the features that need to be considered before going for electrical and light installments in an event. Make sure you take care of the safety before proceeding in further work.