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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Mirage Tanning Centers vs Intelligent Tanning System including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
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| Investment | $126,000 - $286,000 | N/A | 
| Franchise Fee | $20,000 | N/A | 
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Mirage Tanning Centers was established with the intent of creating the highest level of service, convenience, and customer satisfaction possible in the tanning industry. After a combined 31 years in the business with corporate and franchise locations in multiple states the concept is proven. The Mirage pledges to continue offering the same level of service and devotion that started with the very first location. Our franchise development team will assist you with the following: * Market feasibility study * Professional Consultation * Financing * Site Selection * Customized Design * Construction * Computerized Equipment As a Mirage Tanning franchisee, you also benefit from: * Combined Purchasing Power * Management Training * Manuals and Information Systems * Corporate Marketing * On-Going Support We certainly appreciate your interest in the " Mirage Tanning Centers " and we pledge our full support in helping you achieve your business goals.
The primary growth engine in the indoor tanning industry consists of the
 niche areas of sunless and specialized UV. This is where we focus our 
business. Our current product line offers three automated sunless 
machines. Of the more than 25,000 businesses in the United States that 
offer tanning services, which generate more than $5 billion in sales 
annually, estimates show less than 15% offer automated sunless services 
(because the technology is still relatively new). This is why the 
automated sunless industry is the fastest growing segment of the indoor 
tanning business. In addition to our state-of-the-art sunless systems, 
we hold the pioneering patent on UV light emitting diode (LED) tanning 
devices, which are currently under development. For efficacy and 
efficiency reasons, UV LED tanning devices will ultimately entirely 
replace the standard UV bulb technology that has been in use for the 
past 15 years. This is truly cutting-edge technology.