Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA) Transit Show 2022

Palais des congrès, 220 - CDE

Tuesday, October 25, 2022

The deadline to order for this Show has already expired

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Services Regulations



ELECTRICAL
1. The board of Electrical Examiners has the power to refuse connections where wiring constitutes a fire hazard, and does not meet the requirements of the Board of Fire Underwriters.

2. All motors above 1/2 hp, must be supplied with their own starters and disconnecting switches. 3. Specialty built displays and panels must have electrical wiring accessible for inspection and trouble shooting at all times; they must be accessible from sides or rear and not solidly built‐in.

4. GES is not responsible for power failure or any other equipment failure and resulting damages.

5. No individual lighthing circuit shall exceed 1,500 watts of lighting. Where the exhibitor furnished his own fuse protection for a display board and wattage is over 2,000 or 2 circuits, the board shall be wired for 120‐208 volts, 3 wire main feed lines. To prevent overloading of circuits, exhibitors are not allowed to add wattage / amperage.

6. Connections from outlets to equipment must be performed by accredited personnel and may include additional labour and equipment pricing.

7. Exhibitor must himself disconnect the control switch in his booth of all moving or operating devices before leaving at the closing hour of each show period.

8. Before show breaks on final day, stop your machinery and position it for dismantling, because power cannot be turned on again for hours after.

9. The above prices cover complete installation of all necessary feeders, Panels and Circuit Wiring. Inspection fees, Maintenance Electricians and Dismantling of Electrical Equipment at end of Exhibition.

10. All dimmers must be three‐phased.


BANNER HANGING
1. Orders placed after the beginning of set‐up will be subject to approval and additional fees.

2. Banner hanging services are provided during set‐up and dismantling days.

3. All installations are subject to approval by the Palais des congrès de Montréal. Our technical advisors will recommend changes according to the weight and/or dimension of the sign to install, additional fees may apply.

4. Banner Hanging services are available in rooms 210, 220, 230 and 517. Depending on the booth location, extra fees may be applied.

5. Please provide us with a design or picture of the banner.

6. If you would like GES to assemble the banner for you, please order Labor.

7. Please provide us with a Booth Layout Plan. If no plan is provided, additional labour may apply.


RIGGING
1. The Regulation regarding the use of premises and equipment for all audiovisual installations at the Palais des congrès de Montréal (RÉG 52‐01) serves to ensure a safe environment for our clients, prevent any damage to the building and equipment during audiovisual set‐up and dismantling operations and to standardize the execution of rigging points for stage and audiovisual installations.

2. All anchor points will be installed exclusively by Palais technicians or one of its representatives (includes lifting equipment).

3. Orders placed after the beginning of set‐up and during the event will be subject to approval and an increase of 20% over the regular price and may incur additional fees.

4. MANDATORY PLAN VALIDATION
  • All installations are conditional upon validation of plans. Non‐compliance with this regulation could result in delays and extra charges, or even interrupt a set‐up. GES advisors will provide you with expert assistance in validating rigging plans. Any plan that does not comply with building specifications is subject to change.
  • Validation is free if the plan is received at least ten (10) calendar days before the start of the event. Afterward, charges of $133/ hour will apply. The validated plan will be returned to you within five (5) working days.
  • For compatibility purposes, use « Autocad » format (.dwg or .dxf). Otherwise, please provide us with measurements to scale. Building master plans are available on demand at no charge.

Information that must appear on the plan:
  • Rigging points in the room (reflective ceiling)
  • Positions of motors and chain hoists
  • Positions of trusses and all suspended structures Note : no truss section shall have unsupported ends
  • Types of equipments used (sound, lighting, etc.)
  • The total load of the suspended structure
  • The load by rigging point in lbs or kg
  • A notice if the structural load is not evenly distributed
  • Rigging point required for cable pick for cables over 22,7 kg (50 lbs) Note : concentrated loads must be positioned


PLUMBING
1. Labour fees could apply if you provide your own sink or tub.

2. All connections must be performed by the Palais personnel.

3. Please make sure to order separately the electrical services needed for the water heater (25 gallons). Hot water required in larger quantity must be priced separately.


COMPRESSED AIR
1. All connections must be performed by the Palais personnel.