[Baz]

This is a time when you could really use the help of a couple good friends who wouldn't mind giving you the loan - maybe even on a handshake. If you had 3 who could each pony up $10K, the last $10k could come from a bunch of smaller loans.

I've witnessed plenty of occasions where people did this so keep at it and don't give up.

As an alternative, perhaps you could find a place for your equipment on a temporary basis, at least until the funding is secured.

Good luck!!!