In this episode Davis West and Bryan Bolt sit down with Andy Mattrick to talk all things operational efficiency in the tent rental business. Focusing on TenOx equipment, warehouse layout, racking and site logistics, Andy shares practical insights that can help companies save time, cut costs, and keep crews safe.

They cover labor-saving tools and attachments, safety practices, palletization and site surveys to help companies move inventory faster, reduce costs and protect crews and customers.

Be sure to stick around until the end for some exciting podcast news!

In this special episode of Pitchin' Tents, hosts Bryan Bolt and Davis West share some big news. Bryan announces his transition from Technical Solutions Manager at TopTec to Senior Director of Tenting Solutions with ARA. In his new role, Bryan will lead the Safe Tenting Standard training program, bringing training and consistent safety standards to the entire industry.

Davis West will step into leadership at TopTec as the company continues product development and customer-focused service. Together, they discuss what this transition means for TopTec, ARA, and for the tenting industry as whole.

Hosts Bryan Bolt and Davis West sit down with Nick Deninno of B&R Innovations (Block & Roll) to trace the evolution of tent ballasting, from water barrels and concrete failures to engineered, attachable block solutions.

The episode covers ballast studies, practical rules of thumb (10–15 lbs/sq ft), why tying ballast to legs matters, transportation and site logistics, and how proper ballasting improves safety, efficiency and revenue for tent companies. You'll also hear a few funny stores along the way to keep you laughing while you learn.