Are these products the same specification as the Inflatables used by Rental Companies, carnivals, etc?
Yes. Thousands of rental companies and bounce centers use Blast Zone Commercial Grade inflatables in their fleet. Blast Zone Commercial Grade inflatables are manufactured entirely of commercial grade high-tensile strength vinyl. Impact areas, using 18oz vinyl, are additionally reinforced up to 72oz using ultrasonic adhesion of multiple sheets of vinyl. Blast Zone commercial vinyl inflatables are manufactured to strict ASTM guidelines for commercial inflatable manufacturing.
Please beware of inflatables claiming to be "commercial grade," which do not use full commercial grade vinyl and membranes in their products. Some products in the marketplace do not conform to ASTM manufacturing standards, and will not withstand the rigors of regular commercial use. The specification of the vinyl, including the denier, thread count density, and vinyl weight are all critical to the integrity of the inflatable.
What Weight is your Vinyl?
This question is a bit complex, because of the multitude of components and processes that go into creating Blast Zone commercial inflatables. Everything from 72oz (for reinforced impact areas) to 18oz vinyl for structural component surfacing (such as bounce and slide surfaces), to 7oz (for decorative non-structural areas such as palm fronds) are used in assembly.
The goal in the construction of BZ commercial Inflatables is to create the most durable, safe product possible, that is manageable and practical for the owner. Over years of production and hundreds-of-thousands of products created and sold, numerous safety and quality advancements have been achieved.
Impact surfaces, which take the structural abuse in the inflatable, utilize 18 oz vinyl, which is additionally reinforced up to "72 OZ." This reinforcement process is achieved by permanently fusing together multiple sheets of vinyl near the assembly area, before the components are joined together. This creates a virtually impenetrable joint for ultimate durability.
Additionally as important are the high-grade webbing in the vinyl we use, which provides the material its tensile strength. Please note some specifications listed here may exceed those in older product literature, as the products have been continuously upgraded over time.
Why Do most of your Commercial Inflatables Ship Via Freight Truck?
Commercial Grade Vinyl is heavy. UPS and FedEx Ground carry packages up to 150 lbs. Most Blast Zone Commercial Inflatables over 10' weigh more than 150 Lbs, and require truck service. Beware of inflatables claiming to be "Commercial Grade" which ship with small package services.
Because Blast Zone Commercial Inflatables ship LTL, Expedited shipping services are generally unavailable. Typically our reputable LTL carriers such as UPS Freight and FedEx Freight will provide a traceable curbside service, where they will unload the palletized shipment to the ground at the shipping address.
Why are your prices so competitive?
Blast Zone keeps prices competitive in order to help businesses achieve the maximum ROI, and minimize entry barriers associated with equipment costs. We are able to offer such competitive prices without sacrificing quality by manufacturing products within our own facilities, using highly-efficient production-line manufacturing strategies. All Patterns are CNC cut, ensuring identical, high quality products from each production lot.
What Payment Options are Available?
For your conveinece, we accept the Following Payment types:
- Secured Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover
- PayPal
- Bill-Me-Later may be available through paypal
- Cashier's Check (Additional clearance time required before shipping)
- Wire Transfer (Call for Details)
- WE DO NOT ACCEPT PERSONAL CHECKS OF ANY KIND
- Financing is not available directly, but may be available via outside parties.
What are membranes, and why are they important?
The membranes are the "guts" of your inflatable. Generally, membranes give the inflatable its structural integrity, through sheets sewn into the inside of the inflatable. In bouncers, these membranes run along the bounce floor in a series of channels which attach the base of the inflatable to the top of the bounce floor at the seams. This gives the floor its visible rolling surface pattern, and gives the unit its bounce. During use, the membranes expand and contract as the user jumps up and down.
Unfortunately, because the membranes are inaccessible to the the buyer, some manufacturers may cut corners in the membranes used. This can include using poor/reduced material specs, or assembling scraps of materials into patchwork membranes, which fail much earlier than proper membranes.
Blast Zone Commercial Inflatables use High-Tensile membranes, reinforced with a one-inch polypropylene reinforcement strip on the membranes attachment points. This results in flexibility in the membrane with added durability of the seams, because they are attached onto the reinforced areas, rather than directly to the membrane.
What is the difference between Blast Zone Commercial and Blast Zone Residential Specifications?
Blast Zone Commercial Grade products are designed for regular, commercial and institutional use. These products are made of full commercial vinyl in all components, are substantially heavier, and are designed to withstand frequent, long-term use. These commercial inflatables are also designed to be insured, and adhere to ASTM standards for the manufacturing of commercial inflatables. Blast Zone Commercial Inflatables carry an extended, 2 year full warranty, as well as Blast Zone's exclusive 5 Year promise.
Blast Zone residential (home use) inflatables are designed for families and homeowners, using a more cost-effective structure. These inflatables are manufactured for less-frequent use, and utilize lighter commercial-grade bounce and slide surfaces, with polyester oxford support components (Sides, Bases, Pillars). These inflatables are designed to comply with ASTM Toy Standards, CPSC guidelines, and ASTM guidelines for Home Use Inflatables.
Is there a warranty on your products?
Yes. Blast Zone Commercial Inflatables carry a full 2-year replacement warranty, as well as our exclusive 5-Year Promise. For Warranty Details Click Here. 5-Year Promise details are Here.
Does my Inflatable come with a blower?
Yup. Your Inflatable comes with the appropriate specification blower, engineered to the requirements of your inflatable device.
Can Adults get in it?
As long as you are under 200 Lbs, jump away. Please note, we increased our specifications across the board to accommodate higher user weights. However, some product literature may still reflect the previous specs, while the lineup is updated.
Why Should I buy Blast Zone Commercial Vs other manufacturers?
Blast Zone is one of the largest manufacturers in the industry, manufacturing both residential and commercial-grade products, with hundreds-of-thousands of products in use worldwide. Our products are manufactured to ASTM standards, comply with CPSC regulations, and because the largest retailers in the world carry our line, have extensive engineering and testing. This is important to a business owner concerned with providing a safe user experience. Because we are global, we adopt the highest level of standards for each market we serve. The EU standard is commonly years ahead of US standards.
Our pricing is very competitive, and all our commercial-grade products are based on our most popular residential grade products, so their appeal is proven in the mass market already. When you buy from us you also currently get our industry-leading 5 year promise at no additional charge, get 5% back in rewards points to be used on further purchases, and become a "Blast Zone Partner," which entitles you to an additional 10% off future products as your business grows.
Oh, and we also have an A+ BBB Rating.
Are Blast Zone Commercial Inflatables NJ and PA Certified?
Yes, for a list of models certified for use in New Jersey, please click here. For a list of models certified for use in Pennsylvania, please click here.
Is your Material Non Toxic?
Yes, our materials comply with CPSC guidelines relating to toxins, lead and phthalates. We also regularly test and log raw materials per cpsc guidelines.
Are your materials Fire Retardant?
Yes, Our materials comply with NFPA 701 Tests.
Just how heavy are Blast Zone Commercial Inflatables?
Blast Zone Commercial Grade Inflatables Range from Approximately 100Lbs on the small side, to 500+ Lbs for larger items. We recommend using our Bounce House Hand Truck to move larger inflatables.
Are Blast Zone Commercial Inflatables Safe?
Our Inflatables are extremely safe, provided the instructions and safety guidelines are followed. Our products absorb impact better than the average lawn. Most inflatable injuries across the industry are related to mismatched player size, roughhousing between players, or improper setup.
Where can I find Insurance for My Rental Business?
Blast Zone does not specifically recommend any insurance companies, but we definitely recommend you obtain insurance for your business! Below are some resources from whom some of our customers have obtained insurance. Your local carrier may also be able to provide insurance.
InflatableInsurance.com
http://www.inflatableinsurance.com
770-478-6548
Cossio Insurance Agency
www.weinsureinflatables.com
864-688-0121
Altemeier-Oliver & Co.
www.dakin-ins.com/aoc.asp
513-984-5335
Evolution Insurance Brokers
www.friedman-group.com
800-321-1493
Accordia
www.accordia.com
952-830-3039
Neil Oliver Insurance Company
www.inflatableinsurance.com
770-478-6548
Sterling & Sterling
www.sterlingrisk.com
516-773-8673
Do you offer financing?
We do not directly offer financing. We offer credit card payment, wire transfer, money order, and you may also be eligible for bill-me-later through paypal.
Additionally, you may be able to obtain equipment financing through these industry resources:
Clear View Financial Inc.
David Yates
912 Basin Street S.W.
Ephrata, WA 98823
Phone: (888) 408-8805
Fax: (509) 754-8809
Website: www.clearviewfinancial.com
Direct Capital Corporation
Christopher Haskins
155 Commerce Way
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Phone: (603) 766-9390
Fax: (603) 373-1860
Website: www.directcapital.com
Do you Customize?
In order to keep our costs competitive, we use mass-production manufacturing. We do not currently customize single units.
Are you the manufacturer?
Yes, we bring the products to you manufacturer direct.
Can These products be used indoors?
As long as proper clearance is provided, and proper anchoring is used, Blast Zone commercial inflatables may be used indoors. Our products produce no emissions.
What Makes Blast Zone Commercial Products safe?
All Blast Zone Commercial Inflatables are designed with safety in mind. Each inflatable uses high tensile commercial safety netting in designated fall points. Each Inflatable provides more anchor points than the engineering requires, in order to ensure proper anchoring. Some of our slides, for example, provide twice the industry standard anchor points.
Materials used in production are durable, non toxic, and comply with ASTM and CPSC guidelines.
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