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California Portable Dance Floor Company Offers New Products

May 20, 2013 No Comments

California Portable Dance Floor Company (CPDFC) is now offering a new full sheet vinyl seamless 3-foot-by-4-foot section in the company’s Rustic Cedar design and peel-and-stick vinyl floor covering in many colors. The Rustic Cedar design product is a full 3-foot-by-4-foot sheet of vinyl in each section. These dance floor sections can be used indoors as ...

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Stoelting Launches Smart Technology:
ConnectI2U Wi-Fi Enabled Machines Deliver Custom Status Updates and Alerts

May 20, 2013 No Comments

Stoelting, a leading manufacturer of frozen treat equipment for the foodservice industry, has introduced ConnectI2U.com, a subscriber website that monitors, tracks and reports on Stoelting machines equipped with IntelliTec2™ controls. The Wi-Fi enabled control has the ability to communicate anywhere in the world that has internet access, and is Stoelting’s newest technology engineered to improve ...

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Castle Golf Installs New Course in San Diego

May 20, 2013 No Comments

Belmont Park in San Diego will soon get a new attraction, a Castle Golf interactive, 18-hole miniature golf course. Scheduled to open in June, is a unique “in and out” course called Tiki Town Adventure Golf. This course has a tropical island theme, enhanced by a variety of exciting special effects and props. The building’s ...

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NAMCO Welcomes New Employees

May 20, 2013 No Comments

NAMCO America is excited to welcome two new members to the company. Tim Marlega has joined NAMCO America as the company’s Product Promotions Specialist after the movement of Erik Gilly to the sales department. Marlega is a graduate of Augustana College in Rock Island, Ill. with a bachelor’s degree in marketing and management. Seth Origitano ...

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First Human Maze to Open Inside Famous Texas Steakhouse

May 20, 2013 No Comments

Waiting for a perfectly grilled steak at the Big Texan Steak Ranch in Amarillo is a lot more entertaining since the opening of an Amaze ‘n Human Maze. With an Old West theme, the maze is keeping children and adults entertained in a tent adjacent to the restaurant.

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State Fair Mini Donuts Adds New Locations to Its Roster of Customers

May 20, 2013 No Comments

State Fair® Mini Donuts, which for over 25 years has allowed its customers to serve fresh and hot mini donuts without the need for deep fat frying, has added a number of clients. The company, which brings the delicious taste of fair treats to any location with its State Fair Oven, is now operating in ...

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Apple’s New “Scene Machine” Photo Booth Proves a Hit at Dubai’s DEAL Show

May 20, 2013 No Comments

Apple Industries/Face  Place recently announced that “The Scene Machine” photo booth enjoyed  a highly successful debut at DEAL 2013. “DEAL is the Middle  East’s leading amusement  expo and the premiere showcase for visitors across the Middle  East to learn about and purchase new equipment,”  said Apple CEO Allen Weisberg, who attended the show. “That’s why ...

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Perky’s Pizza Inks Agreement with Al-Hokair Group

May 20, 2013 No Comments

Majed Al-Hokair, vice chairman of the board for Al-Hokair Group and Jim Howell, president of Perky’s Pizza have signed an agreement to further develop the Perky’s Pizza brand in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, by adding 15 new locations between the two countries. On his recent visit to Saudi Arabia and the U.A.E, ...

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Stoelting Launches Smart Technology: ConnectI2U<br/>Wi-Fi Enabled Machines Deliver Custom Status Updates and Alerts

Stoelting Launches Smart Technology: ConnectI2U
Wi-Fi Enabled Machines Deliver Custom Status Updates and Alerts

April 16, 2013 No Comments

Stoelting, a leading manufacturer of frozen treat equipment for the foodservice industry, introduces ConnectI2U.com, a subscriber website that monitors, tracks and reports on Stoelting machines equipped with IntelliTec2TM controls. The Wi-Fi enabled control has the ability to communicate anywhere in the world that has internet access, and is Stoelting’s newest technology engineered to improve operators’ ...

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Where There Is an Appetite, There Is a Way <br/>Subway Franchises Thrive in Non-traditional Locations

Where There Is an Appetite, There Is a Way
Subway Franchises Thrive in Non-traditional Locations

April 5, 2013 No Comments

When Hersheypark approached Subway franchisees Ben Farahani and his family about opening a Subway in their theme park, they were intrigued.  The family already was operating Subway franchises throughout the central Pennsylvania region, but they liked the idea of owning a franchise in a “non-traditional” environment. “This was 1992 before the trend for national branding ...

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Sponsors

    Water Wars (T&D Enterprises of Brainerd)

    Water Wars water balloon game, portable or startionary.

    Davis & Davis, Inc.

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

    Max Flight

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

    Tarobots

    Boxerjocks robotic boxing amusement ride game attraction.

    Friedman Group Ins.

    Insurance for amusement devices.

    Ride Development Corp.

    Electric floor, gas and battery-powered bumper cars.

    Beckman Insurance Agency

    Amusement attractions insurance.

    Empex Water Toys

    Aquatons Water Toys

    American Changer

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

    Adventure Glass

    Unique paddleboats.

    Castle Golf, Inc.

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

    Perfect Fry

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

    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.

    Muncie Novelty Co., Inc.

    Admissions, financial equipment, printing and tickets.

    Poly Products

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

    U.S. Bowling

    Award-winning independent company brings bowling to your venue.

    Master Pitching Machine

    Batting cages and pitching machines.

    Center Edge Software

    Facility Management Software Solutions

    Precision Dynamics (PDC)

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

    Tokens Direct

    A wide variety of tokens.

    S&S Worldwide

    Large Park amusement rides.

    Gerber Manufacturing, Ltd.

    Outdoor furniture, benches, picnic tables and grills.

    Aquaventronics

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

    Subway

    Fresh food and sandwich options.

    Richie's Italian Ice

    Italian Ice Kiosks and Carts

    Martin Professionals

    A lighting supplier of choice for the entertainment industry.

    Quik N' Crispy (QNC)

    Quik n’ Crispy greaseless fryer.

    West Coast Netting, Inc.

    Experienced netting manufacturer on the leading edge of innovation.

    Embed

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

    Spectrum Sports

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

    Rio Syrup

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

    Wells Fargo

    Commercial insurance for inflatables and event planners.

    Harris Miniature Golf Course

    Design and construction of miniature golf courses and water rides.

    Birthday University

    Concept development, training and birthday party touring seminars.

    Funovation

    Laser maze challenge

    Adventure Golf

    Miniature golf courses, consultants, architecture and design.

    Northeast Insurance (NIC)

    Insurance programs.

    Mahoning Valley Mfg.

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

    Price Chopper, Inc. Wristbands

    Admission, financial equipment and wristbands.

    Comstock - Castle Stove

    Commercial cooking equipment.

    Action Lighting Co.

    Lighting supplies.

    Bulbtronics

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

    Fast Corp Vending

    Frozen food vending machines

    Penny Press

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

    Formula K Raceways

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

    SnowMasters

    Evaporative snow systems.

    Amusement Entertainment Management (AEM)

    Premier entertainment consultants.

    Hoffman Mint

    Tokens, medals, coins and key tags.

    Gold Medal Products Co.

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

    Laser Star

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

    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.

    Lazer Runner

    Laser Tag Systems

    Store on Wheels

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

    CFX Composite & Effects

    Special effects make-up and prosthetics

    Xtreme Inflatables

    Repair and service for all inflatable products.

    Playsmart

    Patented soft play design, soft playgrounds.

    Wapello Fabrications

    Inflatables and portable amusements.

    Cost of Wisconson

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

    Sureshot Redemption

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

    Safari Ltd.

    Leading manufacturer of innovative educational toys.

    Splashtacular

    Manufacturer of waterslides

    Enchanted Castle Studios

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

    Belson Manufacturing Co.

    Park and recreation outdoor furniture and equipment.

    Hamilton Manufacturing Corp.

    Manufacturer of unattended entry systems and change machines.

    Kay Park Recreations Corp.

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

    Zebec Water Sports

    Large variety of waterpark needs

    National Rock & Sculpture

    Dedicated to the conceptual design and development of themed environments.

    Thomco Insurance (Fun Pro)

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

    Sippers By Design

    Design and manufacture of specialty custom-shaped drink containers.

    Art Attack

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

    Deltronic Labs Inc.

    Ticket dispensers.

    Weldon, Williams & Lick

    Admission systems and wristband ticketing.

    Coast to Coast

    Coin-operated entertainment, crane machines.

    Rides-4-U, INC.

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

    Tube Pro

    Waterpark tubes.

    See Coast Manufacturing Co., Inc.

    Coin-operated binoculars and telescopes.

    Look Solutions

    Fog machines.

    Extreme Engineering

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

    Tear Repair

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

    A'maze Ventures, Inc.

    Mazes for every location, new and used.

    Lil Orbits Inc.

    Food equipment, donut machines and vendor carts.

    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.

    California Portable Dance Floor Company

    Midway Concepts (Circus Tops)

    Premier designers of stainless steel food service equipment.

    Brunswick Bowling

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

    Chestnut Identity Apparel

    Uniform supply, embroidered apparel and flag manufacturing.

    Omega Carpets

    Printed carpeting for all your facility needs.

    Nieco Corp

    Nieco automatic broilers.

    Knight Equipment

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

    Flagship Carpet

    Custom carpets and rugs.

    Soft Play

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

    Wisdom Industries, Ltd.

    Amusement ride manufacturer, new and used rides.

    Barron Games

    Redemption air hockey games.

    Berk Paper & Supply

    Concession supplies.

    Family Fun Corp.

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

    Money Tree - ATM

    ATM machines.

    European Body Arts

    Airbrushed temporary tattoo products and systems.

    Broaster Co., The

    Food programs and food service equipment.

    Klopp International, Inc. (Playmeter)

    Quality coin counters and sorters.

    Gould Manufacturing, Ltd.

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

    R&R Creative Amusement Design

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

    GloCones

    Flashing cotton candy cones.

    Sacoa

    Designed and manufactures PlayCard, the rechargeable debit card system.

    Challenger Industries

    Sports surfaces, carpets and mini-golf surfaces.

    Qubica

    Sells capital equipment to bowling centers.

    Stoelting
    OpenAire
    Spectrum Sports
    Cannonball Blaster
    CCI
    Funovation
    Empex Water Toys
    FunProInsurance