Archive for February, 2012

February 16, 2012 No Comments

With over 100 years of combined industry experience, the Industry Owls are seasoned veterans who have seen it all, the good, the bad and the ugly, when it comes to making the right decision for picking vendors. Just slightly behind your employees and your guests, suppliers and vendors are a major key influencer in the ...

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Sunway Lagoon Expands with Malaysia’s First WhiteWater Abyss™

Sunway Lagoon Expands with Malaysia’s First WhiteWater Abyss™

February 16, 2012 No Comments

WhiteWater has been commissioned to provide Sunway Lagoon with Malaysia’s first  Abyss™ attraction. Sunway Lagoon will offer one of the world’s largest Abyss™ waterslides on the highest slope in Asia, as well as hundreds of dazzling LED lights. The Abyss™ will take up to six riders through a thrilling series of open and enclosed sections with gripping twists ...

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Designing a Waterpark to Meet the Needs of All Ages

February 16, 2012 No Comments

The idea of a “one size fits all” waterpark is great in principle. However, it’s not easy to appeal to a child’s desire for adventure while at the same time addressing a parent’s concern for safety. Below are some strategies for meeting the needs of a wide variety of visitors. Create attractions and activities that ...

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Activities For Every Age – Demographic Considerations and the Attraction Mix

Activities For Every Age – Demographic Considerations and the Attraction Mix

February 16, 2012 No Comments

With features like “Kiddie Cove” and the “Lazy River,” indoor and outdoor waterparks put great effort into creating activities that appeal to young children and their parents. However, an equal number of slides with names like “Cyclone” and “Banzai” offer older kids and adults the thrills they seek. The job for park operators is to ...

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Disney’s Calculated Bet – Avatar at Florida’s Animal Kingdom

February 16, 2012 No Comments

Okay, two quick questions: Who is Jake Sully and what is a Na’vi? Not quite sure? That shouldn’t be surprising because you’re probably in good company as it relates to the number of average Americans who don’t know the answer without first Googling it.  While we haven’t found any official polls on how many Americans ...

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Operating Strategies: A Passion for Industry Growth

Operating Strategies: A Passion for Industry Growth

February 16, 2012 No Comments

Behind the bright and inviting family entertainment centers and innovative redemption and video games, kiddie rides and prize-dispensing machines from Universal Space (UNIS®) is an underlying passion for the industry, according to Steven Tan. “We have a lot of passion for this industry. The industry has become truly global the past few years, where we ...

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Digital Centre Launching Five New Products

February 16, 2012 No Comments

Digital Centre, in its 15th anniversary year, is introducing five new and versatile products. These successful photo booths include a wide range of features, such as gigantic Photo Strips, Video Confessions option, Real Portable Booths, new Strip Kiosk concept, customizable software, Social Networks capabilities and more.

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Extreme Engineering Wins Its Sixth Industry Award from IAAPA

February 16, 2012 No Comments

Extreme Engineering, a leader in climbing walls, ziplines, Extreme Airs and jumper products, was awarded its sixth award at the 2011 IAAPA Attractions Expo trade show. The Zippin Zone zipline and Balloon Battles received plenty of praise in the four days of the show.  Director of Marketing Philip Wilson said from the results of the ...

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Universal Orlando Resort to Offer More New Entertainment Experiences in 2012

February 16, 2012 No Comments

In 2012, Universal Orlando Resort will debut more adventure, excitement, laughter and awe-inspiring moments than ever before. The new experiences will begin debuting in February, including a new Blue Man Group show; The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. a Superstar Parade and the nighttime show Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular – 100 Years of Movie Memories. And coming ...

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Coast to Coast Offers 95 cent Plush Mix

February 16, 2012 No Comments

Coast to Coast Entertainment is offering a new 95 cent crane mix that will add bright colors and fullness to your cranes. Available is a mix with plush and inflated Knobby Balls and a second mix with plush with smooth, inflated Cartoon Character Balls. “By using a mix with a combination of plush and balls, ...

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Sponsors

    Store on Wheels

    Importer and distributor of quality toys, lighting and novelties. Cater to the amusement, retail and entertainment industries.

    Embed

    Provides innovative IT products and services with a primary focus on card-based solutions and database applications for the leisure and retail industries.

    SnowMasters

    Evaporative snow systems.

    Beckman Insurance Agency

    Amusement attractions insurance.

    Lakeshore Merchandise (Smart Vending)

    Premier vending supply for all of your vending equipment and supply needs.

    International Special Events (ISERA)

    Risk purchasing group, a better way to purchase liability insurance, specializing in inflatables and much more.

    Gould Manufacturing, Ltd.

    Concession trailers and Antique, Jeep and Grand Prix auto rides.

    Gold Medal Products Co.

    Concession equipment, foods and beverages, popcorn, pretzels and snack foods.

    Zebec Water Sports

    Large variety of waterpark needs

    Hamilton Manufacturing Corp.

    Manufacturer of unattended entry systems and change machines.

    GloCones

    Flashing cotton candy cones.

    Knight Equipment

    Drive cables for ferris wheels, Tilt-A-Whirls, Rock-O-Planes and many others.

    Gerber Manufacturing, Ltd.

    Outdoor furniture, benches, picnic tables and grills.

    Extreme Engineering

    Industry leader in zip lines, climbing walls, jumper systems and adventure products.

    Price Chopper, Inc. Wristbands

    Admission, financial equipment and wristbands.

    Bulbtronics

    A premier source for lamps, LEDs, batteries and lighting-related and electrical products.

    U.S. Bowling

    Award-winning independent company brings bowling to your venue.

    Amusement Entertainment Management (AEM)

    Premier entertainment consultants.

    Harris Miniature Golf Course

    Design and construction of miniature golf courses and water rides.

    Wells Fargo

    Commercial insurance for inflatables and event planners.

    Rio Syrup

    Over 250 flavors, syrups and concentrates for shaved ice, sno cones, shushes, food colors. Now featuring Hawaiian Flower Cups.

    Art Attack

    Theming, miniature golf, parade floats, 3D props, air-brushed murals, signage and art panels.

    Weldon, Williams & Lick

    Admission systems and wristband ticketing.

    Look Solutions

    Fog machines.

    Sureshot Redemption

    One-stop source for prize redemption counters at entertainment centers.

    Center Edge Software

    Facility Management Software Solutions

    Money Tree - ATM

    ATM machines.

    Master Pitching Machine

    Batting cages and pitching machines.

    Perfect Fry

    Innovative and simple-to-operate countertop deep fryer Perfect Fryers.

    Davis & Davis, Inc.

    Planning consultants for wet/dry attractions, mini-golf, go-kart tracks and laser arenas.

    Richie's Italian Ice

    Italian Ice Kiosks and Carts

    Adventure Glass

    Unique paddleboats.

    Formula K Raceways

    Go-karts, kiddie cars and bumper boats, go-kart parts and tires.

    Challenger Industries

    Sports surfaces, carpets and mini-golf surfaces.

    Thomco Insurance (Fun Pro)

    Fun Pro is an insurance program especially designed for party planners and party rental businesses.

    Action Lighting Co.

    Lighting supplies.

    American Changer

    Bill and coin dispensers and counters, ticket machines and more.

    Qubica

    Sells capital equipment to bowling centers.

    National Rock & Sculpture

    Dedicated to the conceptual design and development of themed environments.

    Adventure Golf

    Miniature golf courses, consultants, architecture and design.

    Spectrum Sports

    Climbing walls, ropes courses, go-karts and more.

    Omega Carpets

    Printed carpeting for all your facility needs.

    West Coast Netting, Inc.

    Experienced netting manufacturer on the leading edge of innovation.

    Klopp International, Inc. (Playmeter)

    Quality coin counters and sorters.

    Subway

    Fresh food and sandwich options.

    Aquaventronics

    Research and development of interactive water games for use in the commercial amusement industry.

    Poly Products

    Tables, benches and related products. Green products for a green world.

    European Body Arts

    Airbrushed temporary tattoo products and systems.

    Safari Ltd.

    Leading manufacturer of innovative educational toys.

    Hoffman Mint

    Tokens, medals, coins and key tags.

    Soft Play

    Leader in designing, manufacturing and installing soft contained playground equipment.

    Muncie Novelty Co., Inc.

    Admissions, financial equipment, printing and tickets.

    Lazer Runner

    Laser Tag Systems

    Penny Press

    Penny souvenir machine, great for parks, FECs, bowling and skating centers, museums and tourist attractions.

    Castle Golf, Inc.

    Planning, design and construction of miniature golf courses and family fun parks.

    Barron Games

    Redemption air hockey games.

    Flagship Carpet

    Custom carpets and rugs.

    Cost of Wisconson

    Creators of simulated environments, duplicate structures, sculpted figures, exhibits, water features, mini-golf and more.

    Quik N' Crispy (QNC)

    Quik n’ Crispy greaseless fryer.

    Xtreme Inflatables

    Repair and service for all inflatable products.

    Splashtacular

    Manufacturer of waterslides

    Belson Manufacturing Co.

    Park and recreation outdoor furniture and equipment.

    California Portable Dance Floor Company

    R&R Creative Amusement Design

    Designers of unique themed parks, attractions and environments for the entertainment business.

    Tokens Direct

    A wide variety of tokens.

    Sacoa

    Designed and manufactures PlayCard, the rechargeable debit card system.

    CFX Composite & Effects

    Special effects make-up and prosthetics

    Nieco Corp

    Nieco automatic broilers.

    Wapello Fabrications

    Inflatables and portable amusements.

    See Coast Manufacturing Co., Inc.

    Coin-operated binoculars and telescopes.

    Tarobots

    Boxerjocks robotic boxing amusement ride game attraction.

    Tear Repair

    Tear-Aid industrial strength patches to repair holes and tears.

    Rides-4-U, INC.

    New and used rides, kiddie, family, major and thrill.

    Brunswick Bowling

    Entertainment bowling center developer and manufacturer of bowling equipment and entertainment products.

    Birthday University

    Concept development, training and birthday party touring seminars.

    Mahoning Valley Mfg.

    A complete line of Imperial strollers, wagons and safari utility vehicles.

    Precision Dynamics (PDC)

    Wristbands with no hidden costs, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Wristband System.

    Comstock - Castle Stove

    Commercial cooking equipment.

    Ride Development Corp.

    Electric floor, gas and battery-powered bumper cars.

    Kay Park Recreations Corp.

    Picnic tables, grills, park benches, planters, trash containers and more.

    Lil Orbits Inc.

    Food equipment, donut machines and vendor carts.

    Broaster Co., The

    Food programs and food service equipment.

    Max Flight

    Manufactures interactive virtual reality motion-platform game systems including networkable flight and roller coaster simulators.

    Chestnut Identity Apparel

    Uniform supply, embroidered apparel and flag manufacturing.

    Enchanted Castle Studios

    Fiberglass statuary and figures for restaurants, mini-golf, theme parks and other attractions.

    Jane Farrell Turf and Carpets, Inc.

    Commercial carpet, printed and decorative patterns, loop and cut-pile construction. Wall coverings in fluorescents, Class A fire rated. Colored turf, both traditional and neon colors.

    Fast Corp Vending

    Frozen food vending machines

    Empex Water Toys

    Aquatons Water Toys

    Deltronic Labs Inc.

    Ticket dispensers.

    Funovation

    Laser maze challenge

    Namco

    Namco America is a premier manufacturer of coin-op arcade attractions, ranging from the hottest titles like Crazy Typhoon and Jumpin’ Jackpot to classic game-room experiences such as the Pac-Man 25th Anniversary upright that features Pac-Man, Ms. Pac-Man and Galaga. Specialized pieces such as Wonka Sweetland and Flamin Finger are favorites too! For arcade gaming fun, Namco America is your answer.

    Berk Paper & Supply

    Concession supplies.

    Coast to Coast

    Coin-operated entertainment, crane machines.

    A'maze Ventures, Inc.

    Mazes for every location, new and used.

    S&S Worldwide

    Large Park amusement rides.

    Water Wars (T&D Enterprises of Brainerd)

    Water Wars water balloon game, portable or startionary.

    Northeast Insurance (NIC)

    Insurance programs.

    Playsmart

    Patented soft play design, soft playgrounds.

    Sippers By Design

    Design and manufacture of specialty custom-shaped drink containers.

    Martin Professionals

    A lighting supplier of choice for the entertainment industry.

    Midway Concepts (Circus Tops)

    Premier designers of stainless steel food service equipment.

    Wisdom Industries, Ltd.

    Amusement ride manufacturer, new and used rides.

    Laser Star

    Laser shooting galleries, laser tag, dark ride target systems, overhead target ranges.

    Friedman Group Ins.

    Insurance for amusement devices.

    Tube Pro

    Waterpark tubes.

    Family Fun Corp.

    Waterpark walls for rivers, bumper boat and splash down pools.

    Johnny Rockets
    OpenAire
    Spectrum Sports
    Cannonball Blaster
    CCI
    Funovation
    Empex Water Toys
    FunProInsurance