Feel The Power

Feel The Power
New Equipment Choices Usher In The '03 Season

It's finally here! Tanning salons across America are revving up their engines to get ready to race toward the beginning of the indoor tanning season next month. For those unable to attend last month's ITA World Expo, the following is a sampling of the newest equipment for the 2003 tanning season.

SUN Ergoline, Inc.

Ergoline Avantgarde's exquisite design and dramatic styling capture the imagination, stimulate the senses and leave an indelible impression on all who experience its power and performance. In a world where luxury quickly assimilates into necessity, Ergoline Avantgarde's appeal is as universal as it is timeless, the company says. Backlighting of the Avantgarde's brilliant-red, full-length valence and Ergoline logo illuminates the unique cross patterns concealed beneath the tempered glass shell.

For more information call (800) 643-0086.

SonnenBrune, Inc.

Throw the competition a big "kurve" with SonnenBrune's new Kurve. Combining design and function, illuminated waves on the canopy and bench package 27 BodyScan XXr 160-watt reflectors in the canopy and 18 in the bench; four 800-watt ReflecTek mirrored facials and a Profiler shoulder tanner give 360-degree ultra-powerful bronzing in only 12 minutes.

The integrated heat exhaust with flume and filtered, conditioned air system mean comfort and incredible operational efficiency, the company says. Other features include a large, double-acrylic tan surface, steel structuring, and SonnenBrune's 3-year warranty.

The company's new DV6 boasts 48 BodyScan XXr 160-watt reflectors with four mirrored 500-watt facials and a 12-minute tan time. The silver/cool gray unit features an on-board diagnostic computer, filtered air-conditioning system and micro- dust filtration.

For more information call (800) 829-6533.

ETS, Inc.

ETS, Inc. unveils the SunScape SS755, the first in a new breed of beds. Powered by an exclusive 2,000-milliamp ballast, the SunScape SS755 Speed system provides a comfortable tanning environment and quick results, the company says.

The new 10-minute bed produces better results in less time and features five 500-watt Ultimate Reflection facial tanning systems with face tanner controls; special filter glass that reduces infrared heat by 98 percent; a revolutionary wide bench and canopy; easy- to-see and easy-to-operate digital dashboard that displays time fan settings and face tanner controls; and 10 photometrically designed shoulder tanners.

The SunScape SS755 features 55 full-length 200-watt Wolff Speed system lamps, which give up to 40-percent higher irradiance than 160-watt lamps. The new ETS creation debuted at the Indoor Tanning Association's World Expo last month.

For more information call (888) 715-0681.

CTS: Complete Tanning Source

CTS: Complete Tanning Source unveils its new Enterprise, a powerful wraparound vertical tanning booth using VHR lamp technology. The Enterprise staggers 46 VHR reflector lamps for maximum exposure and a powerful 11-minute maximum tanning session. CosmoLux VHR lamps provide an 800-hour useful life, twice as long as conventional 160-watt lamps.

With the electrical components housed in a separate ballast cart behind the unit to remove oppressive heat, two side industrial fans increase airflow in the tanning cabinet to maintain a cool atmosphere. The Enterprise is complete with 220-volt and 50-amp service and requires only 20 square feet of salon floor space.

For more information call (800) 528-5463.

Ultrabronz

High-pressure specialist Ultrabronz proudly introduces its the top-of-the-line Indulgence. The luxurious Indulgence boasts a massive tanning surface with a 42-by-82-inch mattress area and 16 different massage options. The bed is outfitted with a power-lift full-body wraparound canopy, high-powered adjustable cooling fan, easy-to-replace snap-in lamps, digital bed controls positioned at eye level and voice prompting.

The focus remains on elite tanning from high pressure with a new, improved formula known as spectrum tanning. The beds deliver tanning power through careful location and selection of the stimulating and tanning wavelengths across the spectrum that avoids wasted energy, the company says.

For more information call (800) 510-8267.

Heartland Tanning

Heartland Tanning presents its 11-minute Sundazzler, powered with 46 CosmoLux 160-watt reflector lamps. These VHR lamps are among the longest lasting in the industry with an expected life of up to 800 hours, the company says. For the 15-minute session the unit features the CosmoLux 100 watt VLR TT, a lamp that packs a punch and is perfect for those who prefer a longer session time.

Both the 11- and 15-minute Sundazzler come with an updated look. The 11-minute session features a midnight black powder-coat finish; the 15-minute Sundazzler features a soft white powder-coat finish. The Sundazzler is truly America's best tan.

For more information call (800) 554-8268.

PC Marketing

PC Marketing and uwe introduce three new units for the 2003 season. The powerful, sporty Cayenne features a shimmering deep ruby gloss, burnished silver accents, soft blue illumination, and a total bed wattage of 13,400. The 12-minute unit is compact enough to fit into existing cubicles or smaller rooms and features the luxury options expected from PC Marketing and uwe, including XTT (X-treme Tan Tec) facials, body and face misty breeze, self-contained air conditioning and built-in stereo speakers. The bed's 10,740 watts of pure tanning power radiate from 47 Cosmedico VHR's, and three 1,000-watt Heraeus high-pressure facial lamps.

The company's CPS+, with its aerodynamic design, five individual tanning levels, and soft-blue illumination has a new look for 2003. PC Marketing and uwe introduce a radiant new CPS+ in the warm hues of the sun--golden yellow, accented in rich, matte-finish silver. This new look accompanies the same mixture of UVA and UVB for powerful tanning experiences, including 34 Cosmedico VHR's and 39 25-watt CosmoLux facials. Total bed wattage is 9,000 and the 12-minute bed has the signature uwe double-cooled, frosted acrylics and self- contained air conditioning.

Building on the popularity of the trend-setting S Class with AfterBronzer, PC Marketing and uwe have added an S Class unit in gleaming black and diamond-sheened silver. The new unit joins the popular S Class in Montego Blue as the most luxurious, premium tanning equipment available today. In addition to AfterBronzer's extra facial tanning function and powerful XTT facials, the bed offers the comfort tanning clients demand with stereo sound, continuous misty breeze, aromatic fragrances and self-contained air conditioning. In addition to its 12,600-watt tanning experience, S Class has frosted acrylics for even UV dispersion.

For more information call (800) FAST-TAN.

Sun Capsule/CMC, Inc.

Sun Capsule/CMC presents its Starship Ultra, featuring space-age light-emitting walls, an exclusive placement program and 220-watt CosmoLux VHR Long Lamps. The new lamp, exclusive to Sun Capsule, utilizes a completely re-formulated, patented compression phosphor that packs in more UVA, resulting in head-to-toe tanning with average session times in the 5- to 6-minute range.

The unit is available in 50- or 60-lamp configurations and features a maximum session time of eight minutes. The 50-lamp Super Cyclone from Sun Capsule also features the new 220-watt CosmoLux VHR Long Lamp.

Sun Capsule's newest entry is the 40-lamp Sun Fire 220, which features the 220-watt CosmoLux VHR Long Lamp at an affordable price.

For more information call (800) 932-8657.

ProSun

ProSun introduces the new futuristic-looking Luxura 530 and 630 Series for the upcoming tanning season. These series are equipped with the already proven quality of the 520/620 Series. The new units also feature air conditioning, aromatherapy, and HPS filter system for a higher UVB output.

ProSun also will launch a new entry-level tanning bed line in Spring 2003.

For more information call (800) 874-2776.

International Tanning Technologies

The International Tanning Technologies STS line of all-steel standup equipment is available in 100-, 120-, 160- and 180-watt versions. Maximum tanning times are nine, 10, 12 and 15 minutes. The STS line is available in 40-, 48- or 56-lamp configurations.

New colors for 2003 on all Sunsource equipment are white, black, silver and black chrome. Mirror finish is available for the standups. The company's expanded, redesigned line of beds include 24, 28 and 32 lamps in 100-, 120-, 160- and 180-watt versions. Any 28- or 32-lamp model can be equipped with one or two high- pressure facial units. On-board digital timers are T-Max or Tan Time.

For more information call (800) 247-3251.

Tanses Technologies, Inc.

Tanses Technologies unveils its new silver line of all-metal beds offering 200-watt VHR 79-inch configurations. The lamps are eight inches longer than the regular lamps and allow for overall tanning without staggering lamps. The new equipment provides acrylic headrests so that lamps cover the whole body and provide excellent shoulder tanning, uniform neck and behind-the-ears tanning.

The company also utilizes the latest mirror-type, high-pressure filters in its H.I.T. 260 facial system along with Heraeus lamp technology. The TX-32, TX-44 and T-72 models utilize all the latest including air-conditioning air inlets.

For more information call (514) 739-1306.

ASM, Inc./Royal Sun

American Sunbed Manufacturers (ASM) introduces the next generation in tanning. The Focus 60 booth is available with 60 of its 180-watt 200 Series lamps and up to 72 25-watt leg and facial tanners. The unit features an 8-minute maximum tanning time. The Focus 50 has 50 180-watt lamps with up to 18 25-watt leg and facial tanners and a 10-minute maximum tanning time.

The company also introduces the Royal Sun 54/8 Turbo tanning bed, with 160-watt lamps and eight 500-watt facials; the Royal Sun 46/6 Turbo with 46 160-watt lamps and six 500-watt facials; the Royal Sun 38/3 Turbo with 38 160-watt lamps and three 500-watt facials; and the Royal Sun 32/0 Express with 100-watt lamps. All models are built with exclusive CFR and ALS technology.

For more information call (800) 654-8356.

Tan Systems

Tan Systems announces the newest arrival in the Sunliner family of tanning machines. The TurboPower 3700 and 3703 fill the gap felt by many salons looking for an affordable turbo tanning bed. The units use TurboPower TLR technology introduced by Tan Systems and produce outstanding results in only 15 minutes, the company says. The tanning unit features all-metal construction, roll-out component tray, built-in speaker system, digital timing system and base running lights.

For more information call (800) 999-8266.

QDM Co., Inc./Dr. Mller

The latest high-performance tanning system from QDM is the high/medium-pressure Omega³. Never before has a full-body system, so comfortable and so powerful, been launched, the company says. The new unit's performance has no equal in mw/cm²--especially measured at eight inches from the source. In just 8-10 minutes with no turning over (21 VHPR 160-watt lamps in the bed), it is bound to tan more clients per hour with more color than ever before. Two body-cooling strips situated in 45-degree angles comfortably cool the body the full length of the unit.

For more information call (800) 886-8486.

Dr. Kern USA, Inc.

Dr. Kern introduces new CX STRETCH 2-meter models for the 2003 tanning season. The new units retain popular CX features such as all-metal construction and reflector-lamp technology while introducing several new features. The new CX STRETCH 2-meter models are available with the same popular 20-minute session time in a 32-lamp or 32-lamp/three-facial configuration with rollout ballast tray. Due to the increased length of the tanning surface, the new model also comes equipped with a more powerful dual-fan body cooler.

For more information call (800) 908-9885.

AWTS

AWTS offers its Emosol tanning beds for the upcoming season. Models include a 28-6, which includes six spaghetti lamps; a 32-lamp bed; and a 32-lamp bed with three facials. The machines are all-metal, extra-long and have ballast trays. Also, the new Powersun XL, a longer version of the previous model, will be introduced in a new silver finish.

For more information call (800) 677-1450.

International Tanning Equipment (ITE)/HEX

International Tanning Equipment (ITE) has added several innovations to its HEX vertical tanning systems. One such change is the new exclusive Smart Lamp II Reflector, with its 8- to 10-minute tanning sessions. The Smart Lamp II targets the face, torso and lower legs separately, allowing the entire body to tan evenly.

The HEX also incorporates new reflective material inside the unit, which supplements the reflectors themselves for more intense tanning without the operating expense of running additional lamps. In keeping with the theme of light, the HEX has an attractive glow to the logo, inviting attention from customers and adding an appealing visual enhancement.

The air circulation system in the HEX is designed to maintain a comfortable temperature inside the unit during tanning sessions. ITE has added a new Fan Delay Relay system that enhances the HEX's ability to stay cool and comfortable--while saving energy. The HEX's new digital odometer makes sure salons always have instant knowledge of how long the current lamps have been in use. The unit now also comes with a remote digital timer, so sessions always are accurately timed with the push of a button.

For more information call (800) 556-3201.

Miracle Sun

Miracle Sun introduces the Italian sleek design of the Saturn vertical high-pressure machine featuring 22 800-watt vertical lamps. This high-pressure tanning unit was designed to accommodate salon owners who want to offer high pressure but don't have the electrical power.

The Saturn has been balanced in a three-phase, 240-volt requirement using only a 60-amp breaker. The Saturn only draws around 45 amps, and has nine levels of body cooling and an 18-inch exhaust. A parabolic reflector system increases performance in only a 10-minute tanning exposure time, the company says.

Other features include adjustable facial and shoulder tanners to accommodate any size tanner. The Saturn also comes with an integrated stereo system with built-in speakers. Easy access hinged doors to each column allow cleaning of filter glasses and changing of lamps.

For more information call (800) 449-9826.

Aloha Tan Supply

Aloha Tan Supply introduces a new lamp configuration for the Elegance model. The unit features an 11-minute tan time and is equipped with 18 160-watt ERS reflector lamps in the canopy and 18 100-watt reflector lamps in the bench. The ERS lamps feature a shorter UVA wavelength for a more powerful tan, which means powerful performance from this affordable unit.

For more information call (800) 704-1280.

TanAmerica

TanAmerica introduces the Matrix L58, the perfect synthesis of design and technology. The unit is the newest member of the TanAmerica/ISO Italia line, the L58. Imagine all the great features of the L33 and the V28 all rolled into a medium-pressure unit with the option for adding air conditioning to its state-of-the-art ventilation system. According to the company, this "baby" Matrix is no baby.

For more information call (800) 350-2826.

Classic Legs

Classic Legs presents The Leg Tanner, an innovative new unit featuring the Patented W.A.L.T. (wrap around leg tan). The portable unit carries a 1-year warranty and features a 12-minute session time, a 17-amp draw and minimum space requirement.

For more information call (800) 550-4056.

SMI Sontegra

SMI Sontegra introduces the Sunami vertical tanning unit featuring 48 CosmoLux VHR 200 180-watt lamps. According to the company, the Sunami delivers incredible tanning results in a short session. The longer 200-millimeter lamps are eight inches longer than standard VHR lamps, which provide for true full-body coverage and more effective tanning of the face and legs than standard VHR lamps.

Built in Germany, the Sunami features a steel outer shell for strength and durability. The unit has a rounded, graceful look with no visible external screws or rivets. The interior is oval-shaped, which ensures that all parts of the tanner's body are about equal distance from the lamps, for an even and uniform tan. Two handles are provided for balance and for tanners who prefer to raise their arms while tanning.

The Sunami boasts a powerful 3300 CFM axial ventilator that cools the unit and the customer, a perforated steel plate mounted just under the fan to protect against the possibility of hair being pulled up into the fan and acrylics to prevent customers from touching or breaking the hot lamps. The unit also has a removable base made of non-porous metal for easy and thorough cleaning.

Sunami is available in a choice of Sontegra GemTone colors.

For more information call (800) 826-7727.

Tansource Supply

Tansource Supply, Inc. offers Celsius equipment, the equipment of choice for the nationally franchised Celsius Tannery salons. Unit configurations include the Celsius 32, featuring 32 160-watt VHR lamps (with or without 400-watt facial); Celsius 52, featuring 52 160-watt VHR lamps (with or without 400-watt facial); Celsius 55, featuring a 55 160-watt VHR lamp standup; and Celsius HP, featuring a 55 400-watt high-pressure lamp standup.

For more information call (866) 826-7400.

Sportarredo

The Silver Star is the newest low-pressure system designed for the elite SolarSport line of equipment manufactured by Sportarredo. This system features a close proximity to the body to produce a more intense and longer-lasting session with 36 100-watt reflector lamps and three 630-watt high-pressure facials for a 15-minute session. The Silver Star debuted at the ITA World Expo last month.

For more information call (888) 776-8266.

Extreme Tanning

Extreme Tanning presents three new revolutionary tanning units for the new season: the Ambassador Pulse, a 50-lamp standup; ECS Enjoy, a 48-lamp, six facial unit; and ESC Sienna, 32-lamp, three-facial unit.

Each unit features a patented operating system compiled of ECS (Electronic Control Systems) control board. This patented technology alleviates the need for any ballast. The lack of ballast means the lack of heat and weight. A bed with ECS technology produces approximately 80-percent less heat, which means significantly less air conditioning requirements for a salon.

The ECS unit is designed to automatically change the UV content of the lamps to retain up to 100-percent output in the event any other lamp in the unit goes out. In addition, the advanced operating system does not require expensive upgrade electrical service. Beds containing ECS technology only need seven seconds to warm up to full capacity from a cold start, compared to about six minutes for other systems.

ECS-powered lamps carry a manufacturer's guarantee to operate for 2,000 hours; however, they can run up to 3,000 to 4,000 hours, resulting in a huge savings on lamp replacement costs, says the company. The lamps use 75 percent less power on the low-pressure lamps, drastically lowering opening and operating costs of new or existing salons. Additionally, the lamps never turn black on the ends, keeping a cleaner and newer appearance. The units are T-Max compatible.

For more information call (866) 773-7400.