Arcades, bowling alleys, theaters and other entertainment venues in the state of Alabama will be able to open at 5 p.m. today, May 22, as part of an amended “Safer at Home” policy that seeks to find balance, said Gov. Kay Ivey in a press conference yesterday. This news comes as the COVID-19 case count is rising in the state, especially in the capital city of Montgomery. “While maintaining focus on our personal health, it is now time that we will also focus on our economic health,” Gov. Ivey said. “This, too, will be a thoughtful, methodical process.” While she…
Author: Matt Harding
WCNC Charlotte says North Carolina has entered its second phase of relaxing coronavirus shutdowns starting today, May 22. However, the new order, which is expected to last at least five weeks, still leaves arcades, bars, bowling alleys, movie theaters and other such venues closed. Restaurants, meanwhile, are opening at 50% dine-in capacity with social distancing and cleaning requirements. Personal care businesses like salons and barbershops will require the same, as well as mandating all employees at those venues to wear masks. Pools and childcare facilities are among the other locations that can reopen in some capacity. “The increase in COVID-19…
In an effort to support FEC reopenings, Betson Imperial Parts & Services has added safety and cleaning products to its lineup, including the EPA-approved BioCide 100 sanitizer and the new Hands-Free Sanitizer Station from Bob’s Space Racers. They also have PPE kits that include face masks, anti-bacterial hand towelettes and hand sanitizer. So that game rooms have tools to communicate the changes with customers effectively, they even have safety signage and decal kits. “Our team is here to support customers through these new challenges, and we want to make sure we source the best products that can be used to…
Manufacturer LAI Games has released a survey to “take the temperature” of the industry, intending to provide operators with a realistic snapshot of the current market landscape. The short survey will run through May and LAI will publish a report the first week of June. “These are confusing times for everyone, but knowing what other businesses are facing can help bring some clarity to owner’s expectations and insight into their plans to move forward,” said Tabor Carlton, marketing director at LAI Games. “The results of this survey will show us where we can provide the best support through these difficult…
To provide the basic necessities for any business, Fun Company has released its Sanitation Station, which it says is great for any location that wants to let customers know they care about their health and business. The commercial-grade cabinet features an upper shelf for hand sanitizer, an adjustable shelf to accommodate different disinfectant containers and has a small footprint. The adjustable shelf can also be used to store other PPE like gloves or masks. Fun Company can also add your business logo to the front of the cabinet. Learn more by contacting 800-808-5554 or visiting www.funcoamusements.com.
Rhode Island Novelty is offering a fun 2” Spiky Character Assortment, which is geared toward cranes that offer smaller prizes. The company says that “while these spiky prizes are slightly more expensive than the rubber ducks, they bring a much higher perceived value to the crane by offering customers something new and fresh to add to their prize collections.” Spiky Characters are based on the classic hedge ball and feature lively designs. Says RINCO, “Although rubber ducks will always be the classic crane prize, this Spiky Character Assortment is the perfect way to mix up your crane’s prizes.” You can…
The New York-based Innovative Concepts in Entertainment (along with the rest of the state’s western region) was given the go-ahead from Gov. Andrew Cuomo to reopen this week, and ICE is “thrilled once again to be able to ship games and provide full technical and spare parts service” as of May 19. Their new Monopoly redemption game will start to ship June 1. “We are very happy with this news, but without a doubt our #1 priority is the safety and welfare of our amazing workforce,” said ICE President Joe Coppola. “Our ownership and management team have prepared for this…
A&A Global Industries and BioCide Laboratories recently signed a distributorship agreement giving A&A exclusive rights to sell BioCide 100, an EPA-registered disinfectant, in the bulk vending, redemption, arcade and amusement park industries. “Our partnership with BioCide Laboratories is a game changer in our industries in a post COVID-19 world,” said Brian Kovens, co-president of A&A. “We have strategic relationships with our customers and are providing them a one-source distribution channel not only for product, but a disinfectant that will provide confidence to them and their customers.” BioCide 100 is a highly effective cleaner against disease-causing mold and fungus, as well…
IAAPA Virtual Expo: Asia – the attraction association’s first-ever online expo and conference – is set to run live from July 28-30. Since the in-person event was cancelled, IAAPA decided to host the 3-day virtual event instead, where the Asian market can connect, network and buy digitally. The experience will have a virtual trade show floor, education sessions, networking areas and lounges, and on-demand content. “We are excited to introduce our first IAAPA Virtual Expo to the Asia Pacific market to meet the needs of our members during this time,” said June Ko, executive director and vice president, IAAPA Asia…
The seller of replica arcade classics like Pac-Man and Mortal Kombat, Arcade1Up, has recently surpassed 1 million units sold, according to Forbes. The company recently announced that it’s ramping up production as sales of the machines explode during the stay-at-home era. “As consumers realize what you have at home is more important now than ever, we have seen arcade sales double week over week on average since early March,” said Scott Bachrach, CEO of parent company Tastemakers. Arcade1Up has also recently moved into video pinball in a partnership with Zen Studios. Learn more at www.arcade1up.com.