Today we use Helium for Balloons, But what Is the History of this Gas?
Even though helium was discovered many years ago (1895 to be precise), it is still very much used today for entertainment purposes. Not only can you use helium for balloons to stay buoyant, but it also makes them last more than eight hours. Many people refer to helium as the ‘laughing gas’ because it has an unusual effect on once vocal cords (it makes you sound like a chipmunk). This very light gas wasn’t always used for amusement or for floating decorations. During World War II the army and navy used it in airships and observation balloons, as well as in military hospitals as a lifesaving anesthetic.
Sky Toys are one of the largest helium distributors in Southern Africa and also the biggest BEE balloon supplier in the country. They supply helium for balloons in the form of three helium cylinders and their inflator with gauge allows you to see how much gas is still left in the tank. Feel free to browse Sky Toys website and get a glimpse of some of the amazing balloon promotions they’ve done for various corporate clients.
If you don’t feel up to the task of creating floating displays or a balloon arch for a private function or big event, then Sky Toys will gladly do the whole setup for you. They’ll even colour coordinate the balloons to work with the rest of your decorations.
If you need helium for balloons you can hire a small, medium or large helium cylinder from Sky Toys. You’ll be able to fill as many as 650 balloons (30cm) with a large cylinder. Contact Sky Toys right now to get a quote on their Ultra Hi Float solution that allows balloons to stay up for more than 10 days. You can also find out about other balloon accessories like a mini cool air inflator and an easy-to use hand pump.
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