A dunk tank is a popular attraction at fairs and events where players throw softballs at a target to dunk someone sitting on a seat above a tank of water. It is also rented for fundraisers, parties, and corporate events. Prices vary, and safety precautions should be taken.
If you’ve ever been to a fair, chances are you’ve seen a crushed tank. It is an acrylic stand built to hold a large amount of water, over which a seat extends on a bendable neck. Next to the tank is a bullseye-style dartboard, connected by a mechanism to the seat in the dunk tank. For a small amount of money a player is given one or more softballs. Standing behind a fixed line, he tries to hit the target by throwing a ball. A direct hit collapses the seat post, drenching the person sitting on it.
While a dunk tank can be great fun in places like public fairs where attendees don’t know the person being dunked, it can have even more appeal when players try to dunk someone they know. For this reason, portable bathtubs have become popular rental items for a variety of outdoor events.
For example, a dunk tub is a great way to raise money for students. Some faculty members may volunteer to take turns sitting in the tub. The student body may pay money for the chance to crush a coach, a math teacher, or even, perhaps, the principal. See how fast those crates grow! Corporate events might even include a dunk tank. Would you like a chance to crush your boss? This is great fun for both participants and spectators. It also allows employees to bond over heartfelt laughs.
A dunk tub is perfect for hot summer parties and garden parties of all kinds. The rental variety only requires an area of about 8 square feet (74 square meters). A common model consists of a large plastic tub with an acrylic porthole, cantilevered seat, and bullseye arm. A chain link fence extends upward a few feet from the top of the tank to protect the Dunkee from wayward drafts. A large heavy-duty plastic curtain hangs behind the bullseye arm to stop balls from missing their target.
When renting a dunk tub, make sure the price quoted includes delivery, installation, and insurance. The dunk tank will need to be located within range of a water source, commonly within 100 feet (30 meters), and the tank can hold up to 250 gallons (about 1 kiloliter). Small children should not be allowed to enter the pool and, once filled, the dunk bowl should be monitored at all times when children are present.
Prices for dunk tank rentals vary by vendor, but a baseball figure could be anywhere between US$120 and $180 per day. Rates for weekend and holiday rentals are usually higher than weekday rates. Some less expensive offers will require the customer to tow the dunk tank to the event and sign a liability waiver. Companies that provide insurance may be a better idea for your safety.
A dunk tub is a great idea for fundraisers, birthday parties, company outings, garden parties, and celebrations of all kinds. If interested, please contact your local part supplier. Vendors who rent dunk tubs often rent other party equipment, such as “bouncers,” cotton candy machines, or even frozen margarita fountains.
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