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Originally Posted by mman1506
That's kind of the problem. Ontario events (and others I'm sure) usually bring in a large generator to power lighting and pits but we aren't allowed to hook up to those. Simply finding an outlet near an acceptable area for welding is difficult. It's just another factor that needs to be considered
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You should tell them that sharing is caring!
But yes I can see that issue. I see the following three options as possible solutions.
1. If you have a good relation with the venue, ask them if they would be willing to install an outlet for that kind of use, if there is available space in the breaker box. Either a 120V receptacle with a high amp rating, a 240V single, or a 220v 3-phase(which you can plug a separate circuit breaker set up to for any combination of the above mentioned types of power!). You will very likely still need a sizable extension cord to make this option work. Just give diplomacy a shot, you might be pleasantly surprised with the response. If they say no then all you have lost is a little time, if they say yes then sweet!
2. Rent a properly sized generator for your needs, you should be able to get one for the 2-3 days for somewhere between $150 and $300. You can find them with 240V single and if you ask around 220V 3-phase.
3. Just find out where you can plug into at the venue and bring extension cords to accommodate the required distance. If the venue is worried about your actual power usage, inform them of how much actual power you will likely use. Just because you have a lot of high draw equipment doesn't mean it will be running most of the time, a lot of it will get used for less than 25% of the time.
I'm sure there are other options as well, but it still mostly boils down to talking with the venue to see what they can provide you or bring your own generator.