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April 2009 Issue

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Features

The art of up-sell

When salespeople act as partners rather than pushers, tent renters enjoy the profits.
Designing good event flow

Designing good event flow requires a thorough understanding of the client’s needs and clear communication among vendors.

News

Sphere shelters disaster victims

Felix Stark designs a circle of community for disaster victims.
Structure serves Royal Navy’s fleet

Custom Covers Ltd. has played a part in the completion of HMS Daring, the first of The Royal Navy’s fleet of Type 45 destroyers.
IFAI board of directors calls for candidates

Candidates must be employed by either an end product or supplier member; submit written confirmation; and complete an application form.
Event design book

Perfect Surroundings is a culmination of more than a decade of work in special event design and production.
Free rental and inventory management software

In order to support new customers in these times of economic uncertainty, Orion Software is offering free add-on modules for some of its software.
Aztec acquires Anza’s manufacturing division

Along with its existing product lines, Aztec will continue to support and service the family of products formerly offered by Anza Tents.
Santilli joins Tentnology

Santilli is a sales executive for the company.
MPI appoints new chief operating officer

The officer will lead key divisions of MPI, including Knowledge and Events, Marketing and Communications, and Member Care.
New general manager for R&R

Kim McDonald is the new general manager.
Losberger celebrates 90 years

Germany-based Losberger is celebrating 90 years of commitment to the tent and hall construction industry.
Seating production moves from Taiwan to U.S.

PS Furniture announced in February the complete transference of its PermierComfort™ banquet seating production.
Three brothers bring a new approach to tent rental

Three brothers find success with a fresh, creative approach.
The tent rental industry of New Orleans

There may be no place in the world like New Orleans for a tent rental business.

Products

Slide Track system offers easy setup

The system uses existing poles and replaces rafter poles with designed double-tube poles.
Structure and tent fabrics deliver optimal performance

The outstanding hydrostatic and cold crack resistance combined with superior tear and tensile delivers performance strength.
Tidewater Tents inspired by the sea

The new Tidewater Sail Tents from Aztec Tents are an elegant alternative for fair weather events.
Sliding sidewall offers security

Sliding sidewall can now be pulled back and secured to your tent leg with a new vinyl tieback.
Hospitality pavilion for major sporting events

The pavilion was designed specifically for the Formula 1 Grand Prix of Canada, but could also be a sophisticated solution for skyboxes at major sporting events.
New tent fabric puts on a show

The fabric is a standard for theme park and event applications.
New tents meet wide variety of needs

The tents are available in many different sizes for various applications.
Elegant tent for high-end events

New from Liri Tent is a party tent with one high peak, two standard modules and two half-hexagonal ends.
Strong, durable tents for small events

The tents are easy to install with a small crew and more inexpensive than stocking and installing frame tents of the same size.
“Wood” poles and beams provide fresh choice for framing

These faux wood poles make a tent stand out from the rest.
Flying center pole tent built to last

The tent will not sag or puddle water, and it has reinforced stitching and double-layer fabric at the stress points.
21st-century tent

The fully glazed walls, 10 meters high, form a glass cube that reflects the very latest in 21st-century tent making.
Glass sidewalls let the light in

The sidewalls fit most brands and styles of frame tents and structures and are simple to assemble and install.
New blackout barrier and festival sidewall

Value Vinyls introduces the StructureTEC 22-ounce Blockout and the Festival Sidewall product line.
Lacquer-coated vinyl tent covers make installation easy

The lacquer coating makes the covers easier to unfold and install since the vinyl doesn’t stick to itself.
Welding machine makes production faster

The traveling machine is equipped with a wider press table, allowing a seam close to 16 inches in width.
Welded keder product resists premature wear

Keder is often the first part of a clearspan panel that needs repair.
“Easy Out” tent stake for various applications

The stake was developed for permafrost applications but has many other uses.
Thread designed for extreme outdoor conditions

The thread is totally inert to sunlight (UV) or chemical attack.
Latest event rental management system software

Alert Management Systems has released its latest annual revision: Alert EasyPro 10.0.
New tape for vinyl and acrylic fabric repair

To use the tape, just cut SKP to size, peel it and cover holes or tears in the fabric.
Portable heat pump offers powerful climate control

The heater has four to five times greater heating capacity than 115-volt electric heaters.
Tent stake extractors make stake removal easy

New from Construction Accessories Inc. are two new tent stake extractors.
UltraDeck ideal for natural turf protection

The deck is a portable, interlocking modular flooring system for tents, special events and temporary access pathways.
Portable carts for steel barriers

The carts enable facilities to load and move up to 56 crowd-control barricades at one time.
New portable, lightweight welders

The Stanelco RF Portable Welder from Hall Dielectric weighs only 35 pounds and can be carried anywhere.
Portable sewing machines for remote jobs

The Meistergram® Models PRO1200 (12 needles, 12 colors) and PRO1500 (15 needles, 15 colors) compact single-head embroidery machines are designed to be portable for remote jobs.
Quick table cover stays tight

The cover is a lightweight, fitted, vinyl table cover with elastic edging to hold it in place, even in the wind.
Portable dance floor offers convenient security

The dance floor is easy to engage and eliminates the problem of dance floor panels separating while in use.
Lightweight tables feature swirl pattern

The pattern is permanently etched in the tables, which are available in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors.
Custom Velon brings extravagance to events

Printed Velon™ by Robert Fountain gives event planners the ability to create an extravagant, customized look to enhance any color palette, pattern or theme.
Tent liners available in variety of colors

The liners, available for pole and frame tents, are easy to install.

On the job

The holding power of stakes

Soil conditions, water table variations, surface variations, manmade disturbances and paved sites all have an effect on a stake’s performance.
Keeping an eye on the weather

Of course you keep an eye on the weather. But what exactly should you be looking for?

Events

The return of the rustic wedding

Trends converge to create opportunities for tent rental companies.
Designing good event flow

Designing good event flow requires a thorough understanding of the client’s needs and clear communication among vendors.
The art of up-sell

When salespeople act as partners rather than pushers, tent renters enjoy the profits.
Clearspan structure creates rooftop retreat

Creating a lush oasis atop a parking garage roof requires creativity and attention to detail.
Tents accommodate Fashion Week

Fashion Week El Paseo keeps organizers on the move.
High-peak chic tents in Central Park

Planning and flexibility help these trendy tents make the mark in Central Park.
Miami’s design festival features fabric pavilion

The pavilion is the centerpiece of the festival.

Management

Managing the money trail

Improve your bottom line with job costing strategies.
The art of up-sell

When salespeople act as partners rather than pushers, tent renters enjoy the profits.

Resources

The holding power of stakes

Soil conditions, water table variations, surface variations, manmade disturbances and paved sites all have an effect on a stake’s performance.

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