Electrical and Utilities
Most venues do not provide electrical service at your booth by default. Power, and any other utilities you need, must be ordered in advance. This page explains how to order electrical and utility services and what to plan for.
Ordering Electrical
Order the power you need based on the equipment in your booth. When ordering, you'll need to know:
- Total load — add up the wattage or amperage of everything you plan to plug in (lighting, monitors, demo equipment, chargers)
- Voltage — standard 120V for most displays, or 208V/240V for higher-draw equipment
- Number of outlets — and where each one needs to be located in your booth
If you're unsure of your total load, contact us and we'll help you size your order correctly.
Outlet Placement
Power is delivered to a single point in your booth unless you specify otherwise. Provide a booth diagram showing where each outlet should go. Distributing power to multiple locations, or running it under carpet, may require labor and should be ordered ahead of time.
24-Hour Power
Standard electrical service is energized during show hours only and shut off overnight. If you have refrigeration, servers, or anything that must stay powered around the clock, order 24-hour power separately.
Other Utilities
Beyond electrical, you can typically order:
- Water and drain — for sinks, demos, or food and beverage service
- Compressed air — for tools or product demonstrations
- Wired internet — a dedicated, hardwired connection is far more reliable than shared venue Wi-Fi for demos, payments, or streaming
Deadlines
Order electrical and utilities before the advance deadline to lock in discounted rates and guarantee availability. Orders placed on-site are subject to floor pricing and cannot always be filled the same day.
Summary
- Add up your total load before ordering
- Provide a booth diagram for outlet placement
- Order 24-hour power if anything must stay on overnight
- Order water, air, and wired internet separately as needed
- Beat the advance deadline for the best rates