Balloon inflation device

An inflation block for a balloon inflation device comprising:

• an inflation nozzle operatively connected to a source of pressurized gas;
• a slide valve located between said source of pressurized gas and said inflation nozzle, wherein said slide valve blocks the flow of gas from said source of pressurized gas through said inflation nozzle, when said slide valve is in said closed position, and opens the flow of gas from said source of pressurized gas through said inflation nozzle, when said slide valve is in said open position;
• a trough substantially enclosing said inflation nozzle for preventing access thereto by an operator's mouth yet allowing for the insertion of the neck of a balloon thereon;
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• a collar associated with said inflation nozzle, said collar allowing for the sealing of the neck of a balloon against said collar and around said inflation nozzle, said collar further being capable of manipulation for affecting the movement of said slide valve between said closed position and said open position.