Equipment & Components

Editor's Pick from Equipment & Components

The Unforgiving

Michael Popke
November 2009


Hard-as-concrete vinyl composition tile still exists in gymnasiums and rec centers, but a proposed new ASTM standard could change that.

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Sports Surfaces

The Red Carpet Treatment
Eastern Washington University prepares for a red synthetic turf.

Infill We Trust
A New York study claims recycled crumb rubber in synthetic turf poses no threat, but the EPA has yet to weigh in.

Finish Lines
New environmental regulations and more sophisticated polymer formulations have combined to change the gym floor coating game.

Fitness

Pinnacle Achievements
Climbing wall companies' latest work reflects an already innovative industry reaching for even greater heights.

The Older and the New
A range of products have emerged to meet the many and diverse needs of older adult exercisers.

Meet the Experts: Used Equipment
Ready to buy or sell used fitness equipment? Find out what suppliers have to say about how they acquire used equipment, and what the pieces go through before being offered for sale again.

Aquatics

Calming Influence
Ongoing research is lending support to the long-held notion that warm-water immersion does a body good.

Sun Up
Utilities, manufacturers and government entities are putting solar heat within easier reach of pool operators.

Design Details: Above the Water
A suspended ceiling hides unsightly and dusty tangles of ductwork, trusses and light fixtures.

Gym & Arena

The Sharper Image
High-definition video technology is enhancing the sports spectator experience on a grand scale.

The Unforgiving
Hard-as-concrete vinyl composition tile still exists in gymnasiums and rec centers, but a proposed new ASTM standard could change that.

Buying Time
High-tech upgrades to aging spectator facilities are essential to their survival in a competitive marketplace.

Locker Room & Laundry

Bench Support
Ground-level cubbies add a touch of class to this high-end locker room.

Changing Times
Space-planning in and around team locker rooms in multiuse facilities has entered a new era.

Dryer Learning
New technologies can help maximize laundry efficiency by eliminating the human element from the drying process.

Athletic Equipment

Interview with Jan Johnson, pole vaulting safety advocate
A former world-class vaulter suggests improvements to the landing area.

Impeccable Timing
Technological advances have allowed for racing events that are all but devoid of human error.

One On One: Ward Dill
Ward Dill takes a swing at developing a new kind of wood baseball bat — one that is nearly unbreakable.

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Readers' Q & A


Q: I'm very interested in owning my own Sports Facility, I have no previous experience other than being a member to a local gym. I would like to know what steps do I need to follow in order to operate and own? Also what resources would I need to keep it running. I will like to focus on all around fitness and specialize with football, basketball, track and soccer training. I would like to make this happen in two to three years. I want a family filled facility that will bring a community together and local athletes to be trained for their next level. I'm not in this field but I do have the passion for health and wellness as well as giving back to the community. Thank you for your time and hope to hear from you.

Jose , Inventory Manager - Sysco, Jessup, Maryland

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