Preparations for the our Sport Horse Sales are in full swing
Excitement is building as the setup for our eagerly anticipated show jumping horse auction is well underway. Since Tuesday, preparations have been in progress to transform our riding arena into a first-class venue for the 19th edition of this prestigious event.
Now, the theoretical part—the months of meticulous planning—is finally being put into practice. A section of the heavy-duty flooring has already been laid, a platform has been constructed, and the hall's ceiling is adorned with trusses that will ensure optimal lighting and ambiance. Meanwhile, kilometers of electrical cables are being carefully installed to guarantee flawless technical operations. Our hardworking team is pitching in at every corner, and the atmosphere is filled with immense motivation and enthusiasm.
For a glimpse into what is currently happening at our facility and how this ambitious project is being realized by a small yet extraordinary team, here are a few key details about the setup:
- 7 generators ensure there is plenty of power for the auction evening.
- 8 days before the Sport Horse Sales the indoor arena build up begins.
- 9 hours is how long it takes to install the crossbeams for the spotlights and loudspeakers under the roof.
- 15 meters is the length of the red carpet in the entrance area.
- 32 loudspeakers ensure guests can hear everything on the auction evening.
- 96 tables are reserved for guests on the auction evening.
- 105 spotlights are affixed to the crossbeams to illuminate the right place at the right moment.
- 156 plants help to create a homely atmosphere in the big indoor arena, not including table decorations.
- 190 snap hooks hold up the big curtain behind the auctioneer’s table.
- 208 metres of crossbeams are installed in the indoor arena for the auction evening.
- 747 chairs and stools are delivered by the service provider for auction guests.
- 800 square metres of carpet are installed on the heavy duty flooring in the indoor arena.
- 1,000 napkins have been ordered for the auction evening.
- 3,890 metres (3.89 kilometres!) of power cables are installed for the auction event.
- 80,000 tacking pins hold the carpets in place on the heavy duty flooring.