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Helium gas (balloon gas)
comes in refillable pressurised cylinders which are rented then returned
when finished with. We supply a range of cylinder sizes to
suit most needs. In order to keep prices low, we only charge
at cost for delivery/collection and rental. Filling kits (to
release the helium from the cylinders) are free.
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Delivery is charged per
location regardless of the number of cylinders and the price
includes collection afterwards from the same location.
Collection from & return to a local depot or agent is charged at a
lower rate. Please note the weight of the cylinders,
particularly the "L" size as this needs two people to move it.
There's an initial rent-free period of two weeks after which rental
applies at a daily rate. A deposit is required, fully
refundable when the equipment is returned intact and any lost or
damaged equipment will be charged for.
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Float times for the
range of latex balloons we supply and print on are approx 12 hours
for the 10" standards, 14 hours for the 12" standards and 16 hours
for the 12" pearlised. Foil balloons will float for around a
week or more. These times are only approximate and can be
affected by the environment.
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Helium is a safe gas
when used correctly. It's non-toxic, non-explosive, and
non-flammable. However, it is an asphyxiant which makes it
dangerous when inhaled in place of oxygen.
This article by a helium supplier
explains the risks.
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HELIUM CYLINDER RENTAL |
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Approx number of balloons
inflated |
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Volume |
Weight |
Height |
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Cylinder size |
Price |
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10"
latex |
12"
latex |
18"
foils |
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cubic m |
kg |
cm |
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V |
£38 |
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200 |
110 |
125 |
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1.81 |
16 |
97 |
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N10 |
£48 |
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290 |
165 |
180 |
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2.61 |
12 |
65.5 |
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T |
£60 |
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400 |
220 |
250 |
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3.6 |
29.5 |
91 |
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N20 |
£70 |
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575 |
330 |
360 |
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5.21 |
25 |
87 |
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N30 |
£96 |
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860 |
495 |
535 |
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7.82 |
49 |
105 |
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L |
£120 |
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1,000 |
580 |
620 |
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9 |
76.5 |
151 |
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Delivery |
£32 |
per location, any
quantity |
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Collect from depot |
£12 |
supplier's admin charge
for you to collect from local depot or agent (any quantity) |
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Rental |
25p |
per day each cylinder
(from day 15 onwards) |
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No
hire charge for inflators (filling kits) |
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First 14 days rental is included |
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NB: the
V, T & L cylinders are via BOC and the N10, N20 & N30 cylinders are
via Air Products.
Please
bear this in mind when calculating your requirements as using
cylinders from both suppliers will
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in two delivery charges, and their equipment is not compatible. |
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The figures given
above for the approximate number of balloons that can be inflated
with each cylinder
are a guide only,
given by the suppliers, and assuming balloons are inflated to the
correct sizes.
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All items remain the property of the supplier. Lost or damaged items will be
charged for at £100 for each cylinder and £45 for each filling kit.
A deposit is required, fully refundable if the items are returned
undamaged. |
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Prices are quoted ex vat |
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Click here to
find your nearest BOC depot or agent |
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Click here to find your nearest Air Products depot or agent |
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