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Concerts under canvas
October 1st, 2007
By Janice Kleinschmidt The founder of a regional history show surprisingly turned down an offer by a philanthropic supporter to build him a theater. “He said no; he wanted a tent show,” says Phillip Anich, operations manager for Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua (BTC). The 22-year show remains one of the few productions in an […]
Extraordinary Events welcomes new vice president
October 1st, 2007
Extraordinary Events of Sherman Oaks, Calif., has welcomed Robert McCormick as vice president of sales and marketing. Visit www.extraordinaryevents.net.
Décor trend predictions
October 1st, 2007
This year, look for tent décor to get brighter, bigger and more lavish. By Elizabeth Kephart Reisinger In the event industry, trends take their cues from many places: economic upticks and downturns, regional styles, even the fashion runways of New York and Paris. This year is no different. Clients are becoming more sophisticated and more […]
Solving seasonal labor problems
October 1st, 2007
How companies manage the ebb and flow of tent-rental labor. By Jamie Swedberg If you ask around, most tent rental companies can probably tell you what their state’s or province’s minimum wage is. They’ll have to think about it, though. They certainly haven’t paid it in a while. The labor market is far too tight, […]
Clear tops feature tailored reinforcement
October 1st, 2007
The new SkyLite clear tent tops from Burlan Corp. have a tailored reinforcement that helps the fabric resist forming ponds in heavy rains. The SkyLite fabric does not sag or drape under heat or sunlight, will not stretch or shrink even when cut on a bias, and is lightweight for smooth installations. For more information, […]
Inflatable dome ideal for branding and projection
October 1st, 2007
The new Airstar Dome is an inflatable, temporary pavilion that offers clients a large surface area for branding, video projection and lighting effects. The Dome stands 30 feet tall and is 60 feet in diameter, providing 2,800 square feet of event space. For more information, call Lisa Wessels at +1 817 446 7722, e-mail lisawessels@airstar-light.com […]
Post-driver allows for quick, quiet setup
October 1st, 2007
The new Red Hawk gas-powered breaker and post-driver from Chicago Pneumatic Construction Tools can be used for a wide range of applications, requiring little setup time. The Red Hawk’s operating noise level is 107 decibels thanks to a silencing muffler, and the 50-pound unit delivers 2,600 blows per minute. The Red Hawk does not need […]
Web-based software provides remote business system access
October 1st, 2007
A new Web-based software from RMI Corp. allows rental companies to access their business systems from anywhere there is an Internet connection. Advantage Live is a hosted service, meaning that users pay a monthly fee, granting them access to an application designed specifically for the equipment rental, service and sales industry. The monthly fee includes […]
L.B. White introduces new portable tent heaters
October 1st, 2007
L.B. White has introduced the next generation of its Premier® brand of portable tent heaters, with the Premier 80 and the Premier 170 models. The Premier 170 has new combination lift handles and rubber bumpers for easier transportation, and it has larger wheels and a reinforced leg for better mobility. Legs have been added to […]
Clear, reinforced PVC for sidewalls offers UV stability
October 1st, 2007
Hiraoka Australia has created its Clearweave reinforced PVC for tent and marquee walls, offering high light transmission and UV stability. The fire-retardant PVC is dimensionally stable, so it won’t shrink like standard PVC. It is available in 30-meter (98-foot) roll length and a width of 2.04 meters (6.7 feet). For more information, e-mail info@hiraoka.com.au or […]