World Balloon Convention Qualatex Plant Tour

See Where the Magic Begins

For the first time, Pioneer Balloon Company is opening its doors to the delegates of a Qualatex Event for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at how Qualatex balloons are made! The World Balloon Convention 2010 is proud to announce that all Full-package Delegates will have the chance to attend an exciting, highly-visual, and extremely educational tour of the Qualatex Plant in Dallas, TX, USA.

Delegates can expect a guided tour of the facility where they’ll get an up-close look at how Qualatex latex balloons are made—step-by-step from start to finish. To ensure attendees won’t miss one minute of the exciting action taking place at the convention, the tour will be offered over the course of two days with multiple time slots. Don’t worry; you’ll have your chance to get your VIP tour!

Never before has Pioneer offered such an up-close look at the making of The Very Best Balloons. So watch for your chance to get in line soon. You don’t want to miss this incredible opportunity to see where the magic of Qualatex balloons begins!

Times available for the Qualatex Plant Tour are:

Thursday, April 15

7:30-10 a.m.
8:30-11 a.m.
9:30 a.m.-noon
10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
12:30-3 p.m.
1:30-4 p.m.
2:30-5 p.m.
3:30-6 p.m.

Friday, April 16
Time slots on Friday are reserved for those taking the CBA Practical Exam and/or competing on Thursday, April 15.

4:30-7 p.m.
5:30-8 p.m.
6:30-9 p.m.

Please select your Qualatex Plant Tour time when you register for the convention. Each plant tour will take the entire time shown.

The Qualatex Plant Tour during the World Balloon Convention 2010 is reserved for registered Full-package Delegates of the WBC 2010 who are staying at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel.* The use of electronic devices, including cell phones, cameras, and video recorders, during the entire course of the tour is strictly prohibited. Anyone taking the tour must wear closed-toe shoes and will be required to wear eye and ear protection (to be provided). Transportation to and from the Qualatex Plant will be provided. Disability arrangements must be made in advance. The senior management of Pioneer reserves the right to admit entry to the Qualatex Plant only to qualified customers of Pioneer Balloon Company.

*Admission to the Qualatex Plant Tour is included only with proof of registration at the Sheraton Dallas Hotel (minimum four night stay required including Saturday night stay). Please check into the hotel first, then bring your proof of registration to the WBC Registration Desk to receive your admission ticket.