How do they inflate?
We supply the electrical Air Blower that provides the constant needed inflation for this type of inflatable. Air Blower plugs into a normal 120 volt outlet. The air blower is on constantly for constant inflation, but some inflatables can be made without an air blower (called a Sealed Inflatable) and comes with a manual air-inflation valve but this type of inflatable will need a manual boost of air about once a week.
How much helium does it need?
This is determined by the size and shape of each helium floating inflatable.
Can you make any shape?
Most concepts can be achieved, and we recommend submitting a simple design or drawing, or vector file, so an accurate quote can be prepared. Submitting a Vector logo or character file will allow us to make minor adjustments (if needed) to make the concept reliable as an inflatable. Imagine your branded custom inflatable at 2-3 stories tall mounted on your rooftop or storefront area…WOW!
How long does the helium last?
This is determined by size and shape of each helium floating inflatable, and how long your event is, but in general a commercial helium inflatable will lose 1-2% helium per day (unlike a party balloon that deflates rapidly), and the inflatable will need a short booster shot of helium about once a week. In warm conditions less helium will be lost, and in cold conditions more helium will need to replaced more often, as helium is a gas and expands in warm conditions. Helium is not flammable.
How big can a Custom Inflatable or Rooftop Balloon be?
Sizes vary from 8ft up to about 30ft, depending on budget, size of building, and location for the inflatable to be mounted. Rule of thumb tends to be matching size of building to inflatable for good “scale” such as: Large building = Large inflatable, Medium building = Medium inflatable, and Small building = Small inflatable. We will help with the process by researching your physical location on Google Maps to understand your building and surrounding traffic patterns.
How high does the inflatable float / fly?
We recommend flying/floating the inflatable at 100ft for best airstreams, and best visibility / impact to your surrounding streets and freeways or special event location. At 100ft visibility is about 1 mile in all directions creating impact and traffic for your retail location or special event.
How do we get helium?
Contact the largest helium vendors for best pricing (Airgas or Praxair), and they will deliver the required helium needed (as noted in our pricing chart the helium requirements are noted there as well). As a reference the largest helium tank is 300 cubic feet, and low grade helium is ok for this type of inflatable application. We do recommend ordering a bit extra of helium just to be safe.
How long do they last?
With common sense handling the inflatables will last for years and years, which will also reduce your overall advertising costs as these are a 1-time purchase. We do offer a 2-year manufacturing defects warranty, and it arrives with instructions. We include the heavy-duty Nylon strap anchor straps, and Air Blower, so you just need to blow it and tie it down.
Can the inflatable have a light?
Yes, we have a light system available that requires a normal 120v outlet for the Rooftop Balloon Inflatable. The light system will give you an evening impact from a distance your competitors do now have. Great for retail businesses that need that extra visibility boost to the street or freeway.
How is my logo printed on the Tent?
We use large format Digital Printing for best quality on our canvas material. Submitting a Vector logo file ensures we have a great logo file to produce the mock-up for your approval, and for final printing.
How long does production & delivery take?
From the date of payment and artwork approval by the client our production & delivery time is 12-14 business days, not including weekends or holidays. We ship nationwide via UPS.
Do we approve the artwork before the payment and production begins?
An email mock-up is provided for approval before production begins. Receiving your logo file as a Vector file (typically in .ai or .eps or .svg file format) will speed-up the art/mock-up process. We print all colors in PMS-C format as the ink is coated for outdoor use.
Is my logo or message on 2-sides?
Yes, the logo or wording is printed on 2-sides for Ad Balloons, Blimps, and Spheres using digital printing for the best quality. We will need your logo in Vector file format for large format printing. The message can be printed directly on the inflatable or printed on a removable marketing banner. Great for seasonal or price-point changes for product or store promotions.
Can the inflatable have a light?
Yes, we have a light system available that requires a normal 120v outlet for Rooftop Ad Balloons.
Can we change our sales message as needed?
As an option the inflatable can be fitted with a removable marketing banner that we print for you. The Rooftop Ad Balloons have large rectangular banner that is removeable, and the Helium Blimps or Spheres have an optional hanging banner that is also removeable. Changing your marketing message allows any retail business to address seasonal sales or special events.
Do we approve the artwork before the payment and production begins?
An email mock-up is provided for approval before production begins, this takes 24-72 hours typically depending on complexity of the design concept. Submitting a Vector logo file will expedite the process.
How long does production & delivery take?
From the date of payment and artwork approval by the client our production & delivery time is usually 4 weeks, although Football Tunnels can take 6 weeks during the Spring & Summer months. We ship nationwide via UPS or Freight Truck depending on weight of the inflatable but most ship by UPS.
Can we change our sales message as needed?
As an option the inflatable can be fitted with a removable marketing banner that we print for you.