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Thanks for the info. First, let it be known to all that I'm too old and too tired to be offended or insulted by anything or anyone. I'm trying to get through this as we're scheduled back in the same facility next year. That being said, in answer to your questions...... We took the controller to...

IsIs there something I should have been looking for as far as the ground is concerned? Whether it's just tied into a pipe, as in an older facility, or run back to the transformer feeding the building?

We were only able to meter at the disconnect. Even though there were 5 wires I cannot confirm where those five came from. I do know it was 130v per leg and 225 across r-b, r-blue, b-blue.

John, We're still scratching our heads on the three phase issue. Got got plenty of road time for that.However, our crew is more concerned about the 130 volts, as our sound and lighting would be running off that voltage. Is this an issue with source four pars, LEDs, and moving lights? Also...

Thanks to all for your help. I have been thoroughly schooled on this issue by many experts. I really appreciate your time. Since we're on the gene everything is running great. However the video group is using bldg power and getting faults on all their gear and power protectors (Unfortunately the...

You're comment is an exact, to the letter, duplication of what we've been through and what we feel the issue is. We could be wrong but want to get it fixed because this is a multi year contract in this venue.Btw...our controller is a Sjonberg and other is a motion lab. The phase connector...

Know it's getting late and I really appreciate all the input. Is there a point when the voltage (130 in this case) becomes an issue whether its motors, lighting or audio gear?

Yes. 223-225 between each pair. Yes, 129-130 between each hot and n/g. Our feeling is that even though there are three hot legs, it is not necessarily three phase.

Odd to us also. We had the bldg people check it with their meters and they had exact same results. As all can figure out by now, with the event going well, is who gets to pay for the generator. They've had a couple other events with motors, but did not know if they were single phase or three phase.

One of the crew just metered at the disconnect. 225 across each of the three hot legs.

Thanks. The crew is still there for three days. I'll pass this on.

We went into a bldg yesterday for a show. Our 3 phase chain motor controller did not work. We pulled another one and it did not work either, although they both have worked since day one. Voltage in the building was 130 per leg. Ended up getting a generator and everything is fine. Anyone know if...

Currently, we have a 300' 40x8 and need to upgrade to additional inputs, etc. Didn't know if there was a digital alternative to that huge snake or just purchase an "along-side" addition to use when needed. Just the bulk of the copper. Thanks

We are faced with different FOH and monitor world console configurations on a weekly basis. It all depends on what a band is bringing with them: drive vs. fly date; our boards vs. theirs; combination of the two. Also, this snake would not be a permanent install. Could be carried to different...

Quiet snow machines?Is anyone aware of a snow machine for stage productions that is quieter than others. Our machines have been used when there is stage/music noise, but have a scene in an upcoming production that is extremely quiet. Any suggestions or thoughts? Thanks