Hallmark of change

October 1, 2013  |  Event Production, Industry News

Pittsburgh’s All Occasions Party Rental celebrates 35 years in business—and its ability to change with the times. As All Occasions Party Rental, Pittsburgh, Pa., enters its 35th year in business, it is celebrating by doing what it has always done—reimagining its future to better me…
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Transforming a tent into an iconic blue gift box

August 1, 2013  |  Event Production, Project Briefs

Arena Americas overcomes installation challenges at New York City’s Rock Center. To pull off an event at Rockefeller Center in New York City you have to have experience, ingenuity and vision. Arena Americas—formerly Karl’s Event Services—has been in the business since 1966 an…
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Understanding engineered tents

August 1, 2013  |  Event Production, Features, Safety & Codes

A comprehensive understanding of engineered tents provides peace of mind. By Pamela Mills-Senn As cities and municipalities grow increasingly risk averse and safety aware, the demand for engineered tents has surged. “The market is definitely strong,” says Jeff McInnes, North American sal…
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Wedding at the family farm

August 1, 2013  |  Event Production, Project Briefs

A family farm serves as the setting for the tented weddings of siblings with different tastes. Several years ago, Party Plus–Taylor Rental of Baltimore, Md., provided tents for a true farm-themed wedding—imagine hay bales, camouflage linens, and the bride and groom on ATVs. This year, th…
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High-profile fundraiser requires “presidential” details

August 1, 2013  |  Event Production, Project Briefs

A fundraiser with a former president requires a flawless tented installation. A Very Important Person, a high-profile fundraiser, and a valued client all add up to a tented event that must be carried out at the highest professional level—without a hitch. “The client knew that EventQuip h…
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The value of a walk-through

August 1, 2013  |  Event Production, Trend Watch

To pull off a glamorous event, start with a site inspection and logistics. By Melissa Paul Generally, any venue or property deemed “off-premise” is going to involve a tent. Or two or three or more. As an event planner, I cannot stress enough how important a site inspection or walk-throug…
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Equipped for efficiency

June 1, 2013  |  Event Production, Features, Products

Equipment Matters Part 1: Tent rental companies look to equipment purchases to offset other costs and promote health and safety. By Janice Kleinschmidt Inc. magazine’s top six apps for businesses to boost efficiency will help you track hours worked on projects, accept credit card payments thro…
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Theatrical tent installation

June 1, 2013  |  Event Production, Project Briefs

Starr Tent soundproofs and customizes tent for off-Broadway show. When the off-Broadway, eletro-pop opera “Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812” premiered in the fall of 2012, set contruction within the theater couldn’t overcome the fact that the space was too small and limi…
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The tipping point

June 1, 2013  |  Event Production, Features, Products

Equipment Matters Part 2: Tent rental companies weigh factors when making equipment investments. By Janice Kleinschmidt People rent tents because they don’t need them all the time, and even frequent renters don’t want to deal with maintenance, installation/takedown and storage. The same …
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Capturing the client’s vision

June 1, 2013  |  Event Production, Industry News

Creating events that capture the client’s vision—with panache. To carry a design theme throughout every element of an event—and bring an extra dash of flair to the client’s vision—is at the heart of Allison Sargent Events, Montclair, N.J. Design driven The company, foun…
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