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Dome shelter passes weather tests
October 1st, 2007
The Base-X model 8D36 Dome Shelter has passed rigorous extreme weather and durability testing at the Aberdeen Test Center in Maryland. The testing included a snow load of 10 pounds per square foot and a wind test at 55 mph with gusts of 65 mph. In addition, the tent withstood 2 inches per hour of […]
Local ordinance bans air-inflated structures
October 1st, 2007
Village trustees in Channahon, Ill., have introduced a new ban on air-inflated and air-supported structures, after a resident installed an air dome over his swimming pool, the Herald News reports. Last summer, resident Dusty Cullen put an air-filled dome over his backyard swimming pool, in an effort to lengthen his family’s swimming season. Village trustees […]
Kirby Rental Service & Sales purchased
October 1st, 2007
Paul Weidner and Robert Picerne have purchased Kirby Rental Service & Sales in Florida. Weidner is president of Kirby and Picerne is a principal of the Picerne Real Estate Group of Warwick, R.I. Prior owner Dick Browne is retiring. Visit www.kirbytent.com.
Performance tent kicks off tour
October 1st, 2007
Fuerzabruta, a high-energy performance that got its start last summer in London, has kicked off its latest season in a brand-new, state-of-the-art tent. The new tent is one of the world’s largest touring venues. Organizers say that the show’s visuals and effects are stunning, and they advise audiences not to wear high heels or expensive […]
Classic Party Rentals acquires four companies
October 1st, 2007
Classic Party Rentals has acquired four more companies: Fiesta Rentals in West Palm Beach, Fla.; Grand Events & Party Rentals in Memphis and Nashville, Tenn.; Festive Fare in Charlottesville, Va.; and Party Showcase in Raleigh, N.C. Visit www.classicpartyrentals.com.
Firm acquires Signature Fencing and Flooring Systems
October 1st, 2007
Private equity firm Dubin Clark Co. has acquired Signature Fencing and Flooring Systems. Dubin Clark is based in Greenwich, Conn. Visit www.signaturefencing.com.
Event Source appoints new account executive
October 1st, 2007
Candace Conner has been appointed as a new account executive for Event Source in Cleveland, Ohio. Visit www.eventsource.net.
Production Power Inc. changes name and focus
October 1st, 2007
Production Power Inc. has changed its name to Production Power & Air to reflect a new focus on heating and air conditioning. Visit www.productionpowerandair.com.
Bradley Rentals wins Rising Star award
October 1st, 2007
Bradley Rentals of Cleveland, Tenn., recently won a Rising Star award from the Cleveland State Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Bradley Rentals worked with the SBDC to help expand its business and enter the wedding and party rentals market. Visit www.bradleyrentals.net.
Johnson Outdoors Inc. sees increase in profit
October 1st, 2007
Johnson Outdoors Inc., parent company of Eureka! Tents, had a strong third quarter, with profits rising 26 percent. The company said that seasonally strong sales of outdoor recreation products helped offset a decline in military sales. Visit www.eurekapartytents.com.