Archive for September, 2012

Top Tips for Attracting Customers to Bulk Vending Machines

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“Lighting is important. Keeping machines well-lit and of course, full, ensures that people can’t miss them.” – Greg Duke, Video Amusement and Music Co. “Sometimes, light panels with flashing panels around them work. Otherwise, it is all about putting in brightly colored, eye-catching product. That is what really attracts children.” – Anita Erzybysz, East Coast ...

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Bulk Vending Report: Operators Buck Bulk Vending Challenges

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While no one is certain exactly of the cause, the bulk vending business has slowed down somewhat over the past year or so. However, bulk vending companies continue to focus on best sellers, as well as to follow other strategies aimed at bolstering the performance of machines and merchandise geared toward customers of all ages. ...

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New Jersey Arcades In-Depth:
The Game Room and The Game Room South

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Located in two separate New Jersey beach towns are the fun-packed, game-filled arcades, The Game Room, in Keansburg and The Game Room South, in Seaside Heights. Both of these amusement centers feature the best in arcade games, such as Skeeball, poker machines, slots and crane machines. “Both locations are operated in the same way,” said ...

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Successful Show Heads to Philadelphia in Late September

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The AIR Show, the world’s largest Inflatable Play Structure Trade Show, dedicated exclusively to this industry, started with a hugely successful Show in Arlington, Texas, and now moves to Philadelphia on September 26, 27 and 28. Unlike other trade shows that hold a single event, usually in the same location each year, The AIR Show ...

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Five Tips for Improving the Guest Experience with Inflatables

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Safety is first Have attendants on duty to engage guests and allow hosts to tend to other party duties Make sure clients understand the importance of inflating and deflating the bouncer correctly Make sure clients understand the proper way for guests to use the bouncer Make the bouncer the centerpiece of entertainment for an event

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Leaving Nothing to Chance <br/> Advice for Best Inflatables Safety Practices

Leaving Nothing to Chance
Advice for Best Inflatables Safety Practices

September 11, 2012 No Comments

In the last decade, inflatable amusements have become a staple in the party rental industry. Many small companies that began as part-time endeavors have blossomed into full-time operations that book dozens of clients per month.  As the industry has grown in popularity, the inflatables have grown in design, size and variety. Darren Morizet started Partytime ...

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Glo’ Zone Station: An Entrepreneurial Spirit Fuels a New FEC in New Zealand

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The road from Henderson to Albany is only 15 miles, but for Stephen and Darya, this journey was so much more than that. This New Zealand couple already owned and operated a mini-golf facility in Henderson (just west of Auckland), and they were researching the possibility of opening a new entertainment center. Their original site, ...

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LittleDuffer Mini Golf Answers a Demand for Low-cost Mini Golf

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LittleDuffer Mini Golf is launched as a low-cost indoor or outdoor modular miniature golf course for use by campgrounds, hotels, special events, fund raisers and rental companies, and many other users with limited budget and space. “Adventure Golf Services created LittleDuffer to answer the customer demand for a smaller and a more economically priced miniature ...

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Enhancing the Attractions Mix

Enhancing the Attractions Mix

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Exploring the Winning Combination of Inflatables, Mini-Golf and Go-Karts To be a true Family Entertainment Center, many FECs look for attractions that will bring in guests from all age groups. Some of the most popular attractions for toddlers and young children are inflatables. When FECs combine their go-karts and mini-golf and other attractions with bounces, ...

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Themed Bowling Centers: A Balance Between Sport and Style

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Bowling has long been an enjoyable, recreational sport for families, teens, young adults and seniors. While the game is enjoyable no matter the surroundings, many bowling centers are capitalizing on particular themes, in order to draw crowds and boost excitement. A step inside Rifle Fireside Lanes, in Rifle, Colo., takes you back in time to ...

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    Midway Concepts (Circus Tops)

    Premier designers of stainless steel food service equipment.

    Gerber Manufacturing, Ltd.

    Outdoor furniture, benches, picnic tables and grills.

    Look Solutions

    Fog machines.

    Coast to Coast

    Coin-operated entertainment, crane machines.

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    Brunswick Bowling

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

    Adventure Glass

    Unique paddleboats.

    See Coast Manufacturing Co., Inc.

    Coin-operated binoculars and telescopes.

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    Lighting supplies.

    Zebec Water Sports

    Large variety of waterpark needs

    Challenger Industries

    Sports surfaces, carpets and mini-golf surfaces.

    Harris Miniature Golf Course

    Design and construction of miniature golf courses and water rides.

    Rides-4-U, INC.

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

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    Ticket dispensers.

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

    R&R Creative Amusement Design

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

    Adventure Golf

    Miniature golf courses, consultants, architecture and design.

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    Inflatables and portable amusements.

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

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

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    Flashing cotton candy cones.

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    Custom carpets and rugs.

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    Italian Ice Kiosks and Carts

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    Laser maze challenge

    Aquaventronics

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

    Muncie Novelty Co., Inc.

    Admissions, financial equipment, printing and tickets.

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

    American Changer

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

    A'maze Ventures, Inc.

    Mazes for every location, new and used.

    Belson Manufacturing Co.

    Park and recreation outdoor furniture and equipment.

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    Commercial cooking equipment.

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

    Lil Orbits Inc.

    Food equipment, donut machines and vendor carts.

    Spectrum Sports

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

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    Amusement attractions insurance.

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    Nieco automatic broilers.

    U.S. Bowling

    Award-winning independent company brings bowling to your venue.

    Master Pitching Machine

    Batting cages and pitching machines.

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    Food programs and food service equipment.

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

    California Portable Dance Floor Company

    Art Attack

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    Sippers By Design

    Design and manufacture of specialty custom-shaped drink containers.

    Gould Manufacturing, Ltd.

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

    Wisdom Industries, Ltd.

    Amusement ride manufacturer, new and used rides.

    Lakeshore Merchandise (Smart Vending)

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

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    Boxerjocks robotic boxing amusement ride game attraction.

    Barron Games

    Redemption air hockey games.

    Berk Paper & Supply

    Concession supplies.

    Hoffman Mint

    Tokens, medals, coins and key tags.

    European Body Arts

    Airbrushed temporary tattoo products and systems.

    Splashtacular

    Manufacturer of waterslides

    Sacoa

    Designed and manufactures PlayCard, the rechargeable debit card system.

    Tube Pro

    Waterpark tubes.

    International Special Events (ISERA)

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

    Laser Star

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

    Martin Professionals

    A lighting supplier of choice for the entertainment industry.

    Omega Carpets

    Printed carpeting for all your facility needs.

    Lazer Runner

    Laser Tag Systems

    Knight Equipment

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

    Precision Dynamics (PDC)

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

    Qubica

    Sells capital equipment to bowling centers.

    Cost of Wisconson

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

    National Rock & Sculpture

    Dedicated to the conceptual design and development of themed environments.

    Castle Golf, Inc.

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

    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.

    Enchanted Castle Studios

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

    Hamilton Manufacturing Corp.

    Manufacturer of unattended entry systems and change machines.

    Xtreme Inflatables

    Repair and service for all inflatable products.

    Price Chopper, Inc. Wristbands

    Admission, financial equipment and wristbands.

    Amusement Entertainment Management (AEM)

    Premier entertainment consultants.

    S&S Worldwide

    Large Park amusement rides.

    Ride Development Corp.

    Electric floor, gas and battery-powered bumper cars.

    Safari Ltd.

    Leading manufacturer of innovative educational toys.

    Friedman Group Ins.

    Insurance for amusement devices.

    Fast Corp Vending

    Frozen food vending machines

    Wells Fargo

    Commercial insurance for inflatables and event planners.

    CFX Composite & Effects

    Special effects make-up and prosthetics

    Store on Wheels

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

    Tear Repair

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

    Playsmart

    Patented soft play design, soft playgrounds.

    West Coast Netting, Inc.

    Experienced netting manufacturer on the leading edge of innovation.

    Formula K Raceways

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

    Water Wars (T&D Enterprises of Brainerd)

    Water Wars water balloon game, portable or startionary.

    Weldon, Williams & Lick

    Admission systems and wristband ticketing.

    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.

    Mahoning Valley Mfg.

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

    Klopp International, Inc. (Playmeter)

    Quality coin counters and sorters.

    Family Fun Corp.

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

    Extreme Engineering

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

    Northeast Insurance (NIC)

    Insurance programs.

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