Knowledge is power, and knowledge not shared is knowledge wasted. The purpose of this blog is to share the wealth of knowledge that we have gained over our tenure in the playground and recreation industry. This blog covers a variety of topics that vary from installation of commercial playground equipment, shade and surfacing and other technical writings, to the impact of play on child development.
The whole world benefits when children play. Play aids in the development of not only children but communities and society at large. Children that play and grow together on the playground are better prepared later in life to deal with challenges and social interactions. This simple act of playing, while it may seem basic is worthy of additional thought and study; it is truly one of the most important activities in human development and to promote play is to promote a better world. Our mission is to help promote play and child development by providing the best playground and recreational products and services to our community at affordable prices. We hope that this blog and the information in it helps you to learn more about the importance of play and the industry.
Why You Need Playground Flooring One of the biggest factors of playground safety is the type of flooring below and around playground equipment. Playground flooring helps reduce the occurrence of injuries in children. The number one injury is head injury,…
When it comes time to select a playground installation company, there are a few key pointers to keep in mind. Check to see what markets they serve, how many installations they have completed and what qualifications they may have prior…
Playground installation in the works? When it comes time to plan your playground, there are a few key factors to keep in mind including the lay of the land, age appropriateness and shade. Assess the Site Before you pick…
Apartments secure new tenants with amenities like laundry facilities and business centers. While these have become a standard for many complexes, those with additional amenities, that boost healthy living, are the ones that retain tenants for the long term. If…
You can significantly extend the amount of time you spend in the great outdoors with the installation of sun shade sails. Research shows the installation of shade structures greatly reduces the surface temperatures of equipment like slides, ladders and monkey…
Simplify the playground planning process by taking advantage of the summer months when students aren’t in session. The beginning of the year is the ideal time to start planning any playground installations or renovations. Budget approvals likely have been…
Follow these maintenance tips to preserve playground equipment when winter weather strikes. When freezing conditions hit your playground, they can impact your materials. Key components, like surfacing and shade structures, should be prepped, if possible, beforehand. Areas in the Northeast…
The Council on Physical Education for Children and the National Association for Sport and Physical Education emphasize the importance of unstructured playtime in their official position paper, Recess in Elementary Schools. The position is based on extensive research revealing major improvement in…
What better New Year resolution than to make the playground a safer place to play? While outdoor play is essential for healthy child development, there are several key factors to keep in mind when it comes to safety. Playgrounds are…
