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Atlas Copco launches new Web site
October 1st, 2008
Atlas Copco has launched a new Web site in conjunction with a new name for its portable compressor rental business, Atlas Copco Prime Energy. Visit www.atlascopcoprimeenergy.com.
Costa joins Massachusetts Workforce Investment Board
October 1st, 2008
John J. Costa Jr., president of B.C. Tent & Awning, Avon, Mass., has been appointed as a board member of the Massachusetts Workforce Investment Board. Visit www.bctent.com.
Company forum: Skyrocketing fuel costs
October 1st, 2008
The price of oil has driven up fuel and living costs on a global scale. InTents asked a few companies to weigh in, via e-mail and on the forum at Rent Talk Online. Read on for their opinions about the effects of the price rise and practical solutions for staying afloat. William Pretsch — Mahaffey […]
China’s tent market grows
October 1st, 2008
China has been at the center of the world stage the last few months, bringing a great deal of exposure to what has been the world’s fastest-growing economy. The tent market in China has grown — along with the economy — over the last decade, according to industry experts. “China has had a strong, growing […]
O’Connell retires after 40 years in industry
October 1st, 2008
As seasoned as they come, Jerry O’Connell reflects on more than 40 years in tents. Earlier this year, Jerry O’Connell — a well-respected and seemingly selfless tent guru of the highest order — retired from HDO Productions. It was 1964 when O’Connell first joined Harry Oppenheimer, a friend and neighbor since childhood, to put up […]
Clearspan covers beachfront boutique
October 1st, 2008
A sophisticated white clearspan acts as an ideal storefront for the launch of a new clothing line. Image and experience are everything when a company is positioning a new product line. When Walmart called on Miami-based EventStar to provide a backdrop for the launch of its new Metro 7™ clothing line in Miami Beach, the […]
U.S. Women’s Open sports top-of-the-line tents
October 1st, 2008
Shaffer scores for its corporate clients with affordable luxury on the course. By Jessica Larscheid The U.S. Women’s Open is a pinnacle championship in women’s golf, and such a major event requires significant planning and top-of-the-line tents. In order to create the prestigious look needed for the 2008 event, organizers turned to Shaffer Sports. Shaffer […]
Event organizer considers tents and turf for festival
October 1st, 2008
A food and wine festival organizer weighs the benefits and potential challenges of two location options. By Janice Kleinschmidt When he first came up with the idea of organizing a food and wine festival, Jeff Hocker thought the first golf course of Palm Springs, Calif., would make the perfect location. The west side of the […]
Distinctive tents
October 1st, 2008
Distinctive tents satisfy clients who want venues that break the mold. By Juliana Wallace Clients’ determination to make their events personalized and unique is stronger than ever. Tents are the perfect blank canvas for visionaries who want to wow their event guests. And for those particular clients who won’t settle for simply customizing a standard […]
Keys to keeping employees
October 1st, 2008
Keeping employees happy and protected can be your key to keeping employees. By Julie Young Wanted: Willing employee to work long hours in brutal heat carrying heavy rental equipment for tent installation and teardown during the busiest months of the year. Sound familiar? For many rental companies, the task of finding and retaining good employees […]