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Keeping linens and liners clean and just like new

October 1, 2019  |  Features

Event linens and tent liners are valuable segments of a rental company’s inventory. But keeping those products clean and in top condition requires knowledge, experience and some TLC.  by Holly O’Dell and InTents senior editor Jill. C. Lafferty Oil, grease, wax, rust, ink, mildew and insects…
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Study time: IFAI tools for better staking and ballasting

August 1, 2019  |  Features

IFAI’s staking and ballasting studies have helped to push the tent rental industry forward in terms of safety and professionalism. Here’s how tent rental companies can use the studies to set their business apart, plus anchoring tips from the experts. The IFAI Staking Study and the TRD (Tent Rent…
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InTents “5 under 40”

August 1, 2019  |  Features

Meet five young professionals who are working toward a vibrant and forward-thinking tenting industry. by Sigrid Tornquist Tent Expo 2019 in January kicked off with a young professionals happy hour, where Ramsey Duqum, CEO of AAble Rents, gave a spirited message to those gathered about advancing the …
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Multilevel structures raise the roof for major events

August 1, 2019  |  Features

When there’s nowhere for a tented event to expand outward, multilevel structures help the festivities to go up.  by Pamela Mills-Senn When Traube Tents and Structures entered the double-decker market this past spring, the Columbia, Ill.-based rental provider had exactly one contract for the t…
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Timeless and trendy tented weddings

June 1, 2019  |  Features

The latest in tented wedding trends, from floor to ceiling. by Jahna Peloquin Tented weddings have a timeless appeal, combining the open, airy feel of an outdoor wedding with protection from the elements. Design and decor often come down to personal taste and geographical location. And yet, every se…
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Flooring and staging systems that please clients—and installers

June 1, 2019  |  Features

Flooring and staging products for tented events are getting lighter, stronger— and more beautiful. by Jeff Moravec When Arnon Rosan started working in the event industry some 25 years ago, flooring and staging were not top considerations for tented affairs—in fact, they were rarely considered at…
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High season survival guide

June 1, 2019  |  Features

Tent rental professionals share their advice for smooth sailing through the busy season. by Holly O’Dell In the second week of August 2018, Premier Event Tent Rentals Inc. of Brampton, Ontario, Canada, was involved in the dismantle of the RBC Canadian Open in Oakville, Ontario; the setup of the Sh…
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Getting educated on chair and tent rental for graduations

May 17, 2019  |  Features, Projects

College and university campuses present myriad challenges when it comes to setting up chairs and installing tents for commencement ceremonies. By Pamela Mills-Senn The graduation season provides lucrative opportunities for tent and event rental companies, along with headaches that can try the steeli…
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Streamlining tent rental through operations management

April 1, 2019  |  Features

Focusing on internal processes has helped Made in the Shade create a better experience for both clients and employees. From elegant peaks and dazzling light displays to generators and ballasts, the success of a tented event is often measured by its visible result. But before the poles hit the ground…
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Tenting for graduations, grad parties and the academic market

April 1, 2019  |  Features

From commencement ceremonies to backyard parties, tent rental companies have opportunities to get in on the celebration A college graduation may be a once-in-a-lifetime event for matriculating students and their families. But for tent and event rental companies, graduation ceremonies and relate…
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