Saturday, May 20, 2006

how painballs are made

Paintballs are made entirely of non-toxic, food-grade ingredients. To make the hollow shell, they first pour water into a giant, heated mixing bowl.They add a sweetener, a preservative and a secret combination of food ingredients the company won’t divulge.No preservatives added.
Then, finally, the key ingredient that gives the shell its shape --- gelatin.The same kind as used in gummy bears.They melt and mix everything for about a half an hour.Then line it up for what they call “The Drop” –transferring the gel from the mixer into a heated vat called the “gel tote”.
They filter out any globs that didn’t melt.Once the gel is securely in the tote, they lower in a giant blender.They pour in food dye and blend for about 20 minutes.
Elsewhere in the factory, they use the same method to dye what’s called “the fill” – that’s the “paint” that goes inside the shell of the paintball.It’s made of polyethylene glycol, the same inert liquid used for Cough Syrup, thickened with wax - the same wax as Crayola Crayons…
The gel and the fill meet their maker in what’s known as “the feed room”.Here, the vats of gel and fill feed a softgel encapsulation machine one floor below.This machine is the same kind used by drug companies to make soft gel-cap medicines.Also used to make Bath Beads, and all oil soluble nutritional supplements:Vitamin A and E, garlic oil, fish oil, lecithin, etc.First, the machine spreads out the gel onto a cooled drum.This creates a continuous, thin sheet of gel called a “gel ribbon”.This cooling cures the gelatin to the point where it can now be molded into the hollow shell of the ball.The machine presses the gel ribbon into a die with half-circle pockets, each forming one-half of a ball shell.The machine does the next three steps in one shot.It aligns two half-shells together to form a hollow ball….injects the fill...then seals the two half-shells together.
These newly minted paintballs are still quite soft.If they’re not carefully dried, they’ll lose their shape.So they fall down onto a conveyer,then roll into a tumble-dryer to be pre-dried while airborne.From here they’ll go onto a bakery-style rack until they dry out to the carefully controlled amount.The exact drying protocol is a carefully guarded trade secret.
To make dual-coloured paintballs, they use the exact same process, but feed two colours of gel ribbon into the capsulation machine.One colour for each half of the shell.
The finished paintballs go through an precision automatic counting machine.Manufacturing this messy ammunition is a “paint-staking” process… but well worth the effort to the millions who love the game of Paintball. Invented just 20 years ago, it’s caught on in more than 40 countries worldwide. That is how they make paintballs.

delta force paintball


Delta Force game zones could easily be mistaken for Hollywood film sets, featuring larger than life pyramids, zombie statues, light aircraft and double decker buses to name just a few.
Our host of scenarios vary from centre to centre, and are constantly updated to offer you the utimate in combat simulation in a fun, safe and varied environment.
Some of our famous scenarios include:
A Bridge Too Far:
Loads of dug-outs, foxholes and trenches lie between you and the bridge.
Mad Murphy's Jungle:
Eliminate the enemy - Jungle ambush by unseen forces.
Viet-Cong Village:
Hostile takeover - Take hold and control the village, building by building.
Fort Bravo:
Attack and defend in a two storey Alamo stockade, featuring towers and staircases to upper walkways.
Mummy's Revenge:
Pyramids with tunnels and massive zombie statues to negotiate.
Afghan Forts:
Defend the fortress against the bunker-busting bomb.
Year 3000:
Defend and capture - Wilderness combat and futuristic cover.
Speedball:
Total annihilation - Fast paced action in a confined arena.
Bus / Convoy:
Attack and destroy - Preserve your own team.
And a lot more!!
We have different scenarios at each of our centres, the ones listed above are just a few examples.


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Friday, May 19, 2006

how to eseble a paintball marker


One of the most extreme and adrenaline pumping sports is paintball. It’s a great way to have fun with friends and get exercise all at the same time. The most important thing in paintball is the paintball marker (paintball gun). There are a lot of different companies who make the guns and hundreds of different types of markers. Also, once you have bought a paintball gun there are many different upgrades that will enhance you paintball experience, or just change the look of your marker.
Once you have ordered a marker, it will not be shipped to you set up and ready to go. It will instead be separated into different pieces including the barrel(where the paintballs are shot out of), the hopper(where the paintballs are held), the CO2 tank(applies the gas to propel the paintballs), and then the actual marker to which everything connects. Putting it all together can be very quick if you know what you are doing.
Firstly, attack the barrel. To do so find the end of the barrel which has the spirals on it. This is the side that goes into the marker. Place it in the front of the marker, apply pressure and turn until the barrel is securely in the marker.
Secondly, attach the hopper. In the box which your marker came in, you will find a hexagon screwdriver. This is what will be used to tighten and loosen all the hexagon nuts found on the marker. On the top of the gun, a short tube will be protruding called the elbow because of its elbow-like shape. On the side of the elbow will be a hexagonal nut which loosens and tightens the elbow. Loosen it until there is enough room for the hopper to fit in. Once the hopper is set, tighten the nut back up until it is tight enough so that the hopper does not wiggle or fall out when the gun is held upside down.
The final step to setting up the paintball gun is to attack the CO2 tank which is what will be used to send pressure into the marker and propelling the ball at high velocities. Before you go ahead and screw the tank on, it is crucial that you attach the O-ring which will prevent any CO2 from leaking out of the gun. You will find the O-ring in the box that you marker came in, its is a ½ inch diameter rubber circle. Once you have found it, put it on the first indent found on the end of the CO2 tank that is to be placed in the gun. Make sure that it fits tightly to prevent any leakage. Once it is on, you can go ahead and twist on the tank to the back of your marker.
Once all of this is complete, your gun is officially set up. You must also have a mask to prevent any paintballs from hitting your face and causing potentially serious damage. All that’s left is for you to go, buy some paintballs, and have fun.

Sunday, May 07, 2006

SAS Paintball UK

At SAS Paintball UK we have developed the ultimate UK Paintball site.We are the only Paintball site in the UK to provide varied indoor Paintball, outdoor Paintball, and woodland Paintball fields - from one convenient West Midlands site.For the first time, play the 3 types of Paintball games - from one Paintball site.

SAS Paintball UK's Paintball fields include:3 x indoor Paintball games cover over 33.000 sq ft. Indoor Paintball is enhanced by special effects such as smoke machines, strobe and UV lighting, vehicles, and many different kinds of cover.

Indoor Paintball gamesAt SAS Paintball UK you will experience the thrills and adrenaline pumping action of indoor Paintball. Wolverhampton's indoor Paintball fields are fast, strategic, atmospheric, and allow all weather Paintballing 7 days a week.Indoor Paintballing is guaranteed to excite, and our game zones have been purpose built for the maximum adrenaline rush.Our three indoor Paintball games cover over 33,000 square feet. They include smoke, ultraviolet, and strobe lighting effects to create an intense atmosphere. All of our indoor games are scenario based.We are the only Paintball site in the UK to provide indoor Paintball games. Book now and play outdoor, woodland and indoor Paint ball - from one convenient West Midlands location.
Indoor Paintball game - Area52As seen on The Gadget Show. Your elite squads mission is to transport a device from deep inside Area 52 onto the awaiting rocket launch pad.This game covers four inside rooms and corridors, and an outside Speedball style Paintball field.Experience the mysteries and terror of the ultimate all weather Paintball game - Area 52.. All other details highly classified.
Indoor Paintball game - Heavy waterOverpower the guards and take your special forces on to disable the water plant.This Indoor Paintball field requires good communication, tactics, and of course, excellent aim.Many different types of cover, elevated platforms and hidden bases guarantee a varied game.. All other details highly classified.
Indoor Paintball game - Computer roomYou must gain access to your enemies control platform. Travel across the playfield, using vehicles, barricades, ammo crates, and platforms to conceal your approach. Use shock tactics in a frontal assault, or stealth by travelling underneath your opponents base.Attack or defend?. All other details highly classified.
Indoor Paintballing is the ultimate adrenaline rushAll bookings include:- Outdoor and indoor Paintballing- All the Paintball equipment you need- 8 Paint ball games on a half day- 14 Paint ball games on a full day - includes woodland paintball games- Full supervision from experienced adult Paintball marshalsFor every 10 players, you get one free Paintball package - including Paintballs - for an unbeatable deal.If .








Outdoor Paintball gamesAt SAS Paintball UK you will experience fast paced outdoor Paintball.We offer you three fast paced outdoor Paintball games, covering over 25,000 square feet.Our outdoor Paintball games are floodlit, to allow day and night games 7 days a week, and include military vehicles, sniper posts, enemy barracks, trenches, and hidden escape routes.We have a full Speedball Paintball arena, the ultimate in fast paced Paintball. Outdoor Paintballing will test your skill - whether you are a team player or a sniper, our games are for you. All of our outdoor games are scenario based.We are the only Paintball site in the UK to provide outdoor Paintball games from one site.Book now and play woodland, indoor, and outdoor Paint ball - from one convenient West Midlands location.
Outdoor Paintball game - BombdropMove between military trucks and rocket trailers to secure equipment from a fortified bunker.Bombdrop is played in a large military vehicle compound - two bases, varied cover, vehicles and a large playfield allow for a wide variety of tactics to be used.Team player or sniper? You decide. All other details highly classified.
Outdoor Paintball game - SpeedballA fast paced Speedball arena, in which the name says it all.The classical Speedball Paintball field has evolved at SAS Paintball UKCan you get to your opponents base? All other details highly classified.
Outdoor Paintball game - AnnihilationWith mission plans lost, battle your enemies to the bitter end.With an immediate start (players start in exposed positions) Annihilation is very fast moving.Support your team or be the last man standing? All other details highly classified.
Outdoor Paintballing will test your skillAll bookings include:- Indoor and outdoor Paintballing- All the Paintball equipment you need- 8 Paint ball games on a half day- 14 Paint ball games on a full day - includes woodland paintball games- Full supervision from experienced adult Paintball marshalsFor every 10 players, you get one free Paintball package - including Paintballs - for an unbeatable deal





At SAS Paintball UK you will experience strategic woodland Paintball.Our 10 acre, custom built wood Paintball complex includes enemy forts and bases, trenches, secret hideaways and tunnels.Woodland Paintballing brings out the sniper in you. All woodland Paintball games are scenario based. Storm your enemies base. Snipe from hidden cover. The ultimate Paintball experience.We are the only Paintball site in the UK to provide woodland Paintball games, Book now and play outdoor, woodland and indoor Paint ball - from one convenient West Midlands location.
Woodland Paintball game - MedicOne team must be completely eliminated.Its not as simple as it sounds - both teams have a medic, who can heal shot players.Can the medic stay alive until the enemy is wiped out?All other details highly classified.
Woodland Paintball game - GeneralsAgainst the clock, defend your general from your enemies onslaught.But thats not all - to win, the enemy general must be eliminated.All other details highly classified.
Woodland Paintballing brings out the sniper in youAll full day bookings include:- Outdoor, indoor, and woodland Paintballing- All the Paintball equipment you need- 14 Paint ball games- Full supervision from experienced adult Paintball marshalsFor every 10 players, you get one free Paintball package - including Paintballs - for an unbeatable deal.







As seen on The Gadget Show "Supertorch" episode.Night Paintball games are probably the most intense Paintball experience ever.Due to the extreme nature of playing Paintball in the dark, the minimum age for night time bookings is 18 and over only.You will experience tense and exciting encounters in our floodlit outdoor Paintball zones, and UV/ strobe lit indoor Paintball zones.
Night Paintballing detailsNight time Paintball bookings include:- Outdoor and indoor Paintball games - All the Paintball equipment you need- 8 Paint ball games- Full supervision from experienced adult Paintball marshalsStart time: 6PM. Finish time: 9PM. Weekdays only.The smallest group size is 16 players for a night time game.For every 10 players, you get one free Paintball package - including Paintballs - for an unbeatable deal. If you have any questions, or would like a free information pack → contact us.Want to book a game? → book online now, or call us on 0800 0858 929. SAS PAINTBALL UK, WOOD HALL FARM, WOOD ROAD, CODSALL WOOD, WOLVERHAMPTON, WEST MIDLANDS, STAFFORDSHIRE, UK, WV8 1QRTEL: 0800 0858 929

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