Three experienced tent renters work with clients to arrive at creative solutions for challenging locations. By Jamie Swedberg Click the links below to read about the three tough tent installations. A tent renter and client share set-up spaceClassic Tents, Torrance, Calif. A steep grade and a tree require feats of engineeringAll Occasions Event Rental, Cincinnati, [...]

Designing a power plan that meets the needs of the client—unobtrusively—can mean the difference between an event’s failure and success. By Bobby Braun People are “plugged in” today more than ever. As the demand for electronics increases, so does the need for power. The world of tented events is no exception: More lighting. More sound. [...]

Pros share secrets for pulling off successful traveling tented events. By Meleah Maynard Successfully managing traveling tented events is complex, detailed work, but the mantra of those who do well in the business is simple: plan, plan, plan. Trade shows, exhibitions, auto shows, concerts, corporate presentations, product rollouts—every event that travels must be thought through [...]

The right equipment and practices keep operations running smoothly. By Janice Kleinschmidt More than 50 tractor-trailers pulled into Kentucky Horse Park last fall—filled with 250,000 square feet of tenting, 100,000 square feet of flooring and other rental inventory such as lighting and HVAC equipment—for the World Equestrian Games in Lexington. “That job took a lot [...]

With proper planning and communication, tents can bring beauty and function to outdoor celebrations. By Holly O’Dell Tents are the unsung heroes of festivals. They provide protection from the elements, a place to gather and a uniform look; often, they set the tone for a large event. These outdoor celebrations can be broken down into [...]

Attract customers with a tented experience at wedding fairs. By Shereé Bochenek Wedding fairs attract many types of vendors, but the exhibitor who provides tenting has a special opportunity to show clients the possibilities tents can provide. The challenge? Showcasing tenting while overcoming the unique challenges posed by the legal and physical restrictions of the [...]

Tent rental companies win big when they snag contracts for athletic events. By Sue Hegarty Winning a contract to provide tents for sporting events can provide a rental company with a high level of public exposure and prestige. In addition, employees who are also team fans are likely to be highly motivated. Regardless of the [...]

Help your customers stand out among a sea of white structures with graphics printed on tents. By Holly O’Dell Businesses and organizations competing for the attention of consumers do everything possible to distinguish themselves. As such, everyone from NASCAR sponsors to farmers market vendors can benefit from the branding afforded by custom printed tents. “Printed [...]

Knowing how to take on the ‘big jobs’ helps smaller companies stay in the game. By Maura Keller For many companies, handling large projects is the classic sticky wicket. If you handle the projects right, you will thrive. If not, they can make you fail—at least in earning “big client” referrals. And for many tent [...]

Customers are still throwing parties in their backyards, but tent renters may need strategies to do more with less. By Jamie Swedberg Everyone’s working a little harder for their money these days, and that includes tent renters who do backyard parties. It’s not that customers aren’t throwing parties, for they certainly are. It’s just that [...]