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Expert Q&A: Rental management software
August 1st, 2015
Q: What questions should you ask before investing in rental management software? A: Rental management software is an investment with the potential for a high rate of return. However, a basic, low cost system isn’t likely to yield the greatest returns of lowered operating costs and time savings. How do you avoid this common mistake? […]
The tax benefits of attending trade shows
August 1st, 2015
Owners, managers and employees of tent and event rental businesses, even shareholder-employees—have long been allowed to claim an income tax deduction for the expenses of attending trade shows, conferences and meetings. Thanks to federal tax laws, the government will pick up the tab for a sizable portion of the expenses of attending events, if the […]
Site inspection surprise
August 1st, 2015
An unlevel site requires a return to the drawing board. Installing a clear tent with a white floor for a country club wedding sounds like a typical job for a tent rental company. For Bob Mutton Party & Tent Rentals of Fort Wayne, Ind., this May wedding posed several challenges, including having to work through […]
Cordless uplighting
August 1st, 2015
New from Chauvet Professional is the battery-powered WELL FLEX RGBW wash fixture. The fixture uses an internal lightweight lithium ion battery that will last through an entire event, with a recharge time of less than eight hours. Containing four 10-watt quad-color LEDs (red, green, blue, white), it is capable of producing vibrant, shadow-free blended colors […]
New York, New York
August 1st, 2015
New York Tent meets the challenges of a demanding city with style and attention to detail. Providing tent and event services in a city where traffic is always an issue, trucking restrictions reign and residents are increasingly demanding is a New York City kind of challenge. For some people, conditions like that might make them […]
A new standard for VIPs
August 1st, 2015
Classic Party Rentals brings a tent rarely seen in U.S. markets to Rock in Rio USA. When Rock in Rio made plans to make its U.S. debut in Las Vegas for two weekends in May 2015, it turned to Inglewood, Calif.-based Classic Party Rentals, which supplies tents and party goods for more than 10 major […]
Outdoor embroidery thread
August 1st, 2015
Designed for outdoor applications, Sunbrella® Embroidery Thread from American & Efird Canada Inc. features UV colorfastness, fade resistance and weather durability. Recommended for applications including tents, the suggested needle size is 90/14—larger than typical embroidery threads and not intended for small lettering where several stitches may overlap. Backed by a Glen Raven Inc. five-year warranty […]
Elegant fitted table covers
August 1st, 2015
Tablevogue’s fitted table covers are constructed to look polished and stay on utility folding and banquet tables in highly crowded or windy conditions. Constructed with a patented stitched corner and pleat, the covers are made to fit standard size utility folding and banquet tables without the use of clips, pins or skirts. The modern fit […]
Hire top performers
August 1st, 2015
A bad hire wastes precious time and money. Ensure that your hiring process identifies the best employees for your company—every time. By Gregory P. Smith Most employers agree the typical employee selection process is minimally effective at best. Unfortunately, resumes and job interviews are becoming less reliable. Here are the most common problems surrounding job […]
Portable and powerful hydraulic drills
August 1st, 2015
New Dayton Lamina hydraulic drills are compact enough to fit into narrow openings, yet have the power for heavy-duty drilling and tapping operations. Designed to fit openings as narrow as 9¼ inches, the drills feature six interchangeable drill heads, with quick disconnects. The magnetic base attaches to the drilling surface at almost any angle, including […]