Playground safety surfacing has become an important feature in settings such as playgrounds, fitness areas, and wellness spaces. In addition to providing protection and comfort, it can promote material recovery through the use of significant percentages of recycled rubber from end-of-life tires.
The slabs or tiles that typically make up this type of flooring are manufactured using rubber granules mixed with resins and other binders.
Benefits of playground safety surfacing
Choosing playground safety surfacing offers advantages both in terms of safety and the use of recycled materials. Its shock-absorbing properties help reduce the impact of collisions during recreational and sports activities and provide a comfortable surface, which should be selected based on its intended use and specific requirements.
Safety and Security
The main feature of playground safety surfacing is its ability to absorb impact: a key consideration both in sports facilities, where repeated stress is common, and in playgrounds, where accidental falls may occur.
The grip provided by recycled rubber flooring is also a factor to consider. The particle size and surface finish, in fact, affect the texture, ease of cleaning, and appearance of the product. The ECO-GYM and ECO-GYM TOP lines are examples of this: the former is made with medium-sized granules and has a rougher surface; the latter, produced with fine-grained powder, features a smoother surface that is easier to clean.
Environmental Sustainability
The use of recycled rubber contributes to the recovery of granules obtained from end-of-life tires and their transformation into new, durable products. This approach helps keep materials in the production cycle and supports the principles of the circular economy.
Applications of playground safety surfacing
Playground safety surfacing can be used in playgrounds, gyms, outdoor fitness areas, and wellness spaces. The various options for thickness, shape, size, and finish allow it to be adapted to the needs of each specific setting, subject to verification of the applicable technical and regulatory requirements.
Playgrounds
In playgrounds, playground safety surfacing helps create a safer and more comfortable surface for children. In this context, it must meet specific requirements: its thickness and performance must be consistent with the fall height of the equipment and with the regulations applicable to the project.
Fitness and Wellness Areas
In fitness and wellness areas, playground safety surfacing absorbs some of the impact generated by exercise and the movement of equipment, including barbells. The available solutions can be used both outdoors and indoors; the product and configuration should be chosen based on the sport and the conditions of use.
Alternative formats: hexagonal plates and rolls
In addition to traditional square or rectangular tiles, you can consider different sizes. ECO-GYM TOP ESA, for example, is a hexagonal tile that covers 1.15 square meters and allows for a honeycomb-patterned installation.
ECO-GYM ROLL, on the other hand, is a roll-form flooring with a standard height of 1.25 meters and lengths ranging from 6 to 10 linear meters, depending on the thickness. This format reduces the number of seams and can speed up installation, even in temporary applications.
A customizable solution for gaming and sports
Playground safety surfacing made from recycled rubber can meet safety, comfort, and material recovery requirements in a wide range of applications. The shape, thickness, dimensions, and particle size must be selected based on the intended use, the required performance, and the product’s technical specifications.