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AirStars are fast revolutionizing the special event industry... 
Airstars represent a safer, lower-cost, and more aesthetically pleasing alternative to conventional large-area lighting equipment. They are bright, quiet, and decorative – the perfect way to illuminate a nighttime garden party, a midnight ski run, or an evening golf outing. Airstars come in a variety of sizes and wattages, letting you get just the right amount of light wherever you need it. If the last thing you want at your event are trucks driving over grass, noisy generators, and harsh, blinding light, the first thing to do is call Staged Right Productions.AirStar 101: How do the balloons work?
AirStar lighting balloons are a unique product that have revolutionized the special event industry. Brilliantly simple, AirStars are a simple way to achieve ample illumination without sacrificing the aesthetic integrity of your event. How can they do this? By combining top-quality mechanics with eye-catching design. The glare-free evenly distributed light source the AirStar supplies also find applications in film/tv, construction, rescue, and architechural fields.
AirStar lighting balloons typically come in one of two varieties – air-filled, or helium-filled. The air-filled lines are generally supported by a tripod stand, but can also be suspended upside down. At the base of the balloon lies the fan unit, which fills the balloon with air. Inside the balloon is the bulb assembly, consisting of a metal frame surrounding the actual lamp. The metal frame extends the entire diameter of the balloon, giving it its basic form. The light emitted by the lamp then reflects off the white skin of the balloon, radiating outward in a gorgeous, soft, even distribution. The helium-filled ba
lloons work in a similar fashion, with the fan unit being replaced by a helium gas valve. The helium balloons can be tethered to give them a good working height, without floating away.
The balloons vary in size and wattage depending on application. We carry balloons with diameters from .9 meters upto 7 meters across (since the product was designed and manufactured in France, all measurements for the AirStar line are in metric, but generally speaking 1m=3ft). Custom balloons can be made for any application.
Some AirStar balloons can be powered off of a single twenty-amp circuit, others require several circuits or special wiring. For more information on the use of helium, please read the article entitled, “Is helium safe?”
Is helium safe?
The answer to one of the most common questions associated with inflatable decorations is a resounding YES! Helium is nontoxic, nonflammable, odorless, and colorless. Helium is non-carcinogenic, and only begins to cause health problems when the oxygen level of an environment drops below 19.5%. Helium does, however, require some safety guidelines as a precaution (as with any compressed gas). Helium gas is sold or rented as an almost pure substance (99.9% helium), and it is advisable to keep the tank a safe distance from sources of heat or open flames. Exposure to excessive heat will increase the pressure within the cylinder, increasing its chances of rupturing. Tanks should be secured when not in use to prevent them falling, and caps should be replaced on any cylinder not in use. Never attempt to lift a tank by its cap. Moving a tank should be done with a hand-truck designed to transport cylinders. When releasing helium gas, do so in a well-ventilated area to prevent build-up of any escaping gas. When handled properly, helium is safe to use in almost any situation for your inflatable needs.
