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TOO MUCH EQUIPMENT ON THE MARKET? NOT SURE WHAT TO CHOOSE? CHECK OUT 3 FEATURES THAT WILL HELP YOU CHOOSE THE PERFECT SPORTS EQUIPMENT
2022-09-19
In an era of very high availability of high-end equipment, equipping sports facilities should not be a problem. In practice, however, the choice is so wide that making a decision is often difficult. What to follow when choosing professional equipment for a sports hall, school gymnasium or other similar facility? Learn about the 3 main features that will help you make the optimal choice.
1. PROFESSIONAL SPORTS EQUIPMENT - SAFETY FIRST
When choosing sports equipment for your home, you only have to worry about your safety. However, when equipping a sports facility, care must be taken to ensure the safety of all its users. This is even more important when the equipment is intended for use by children.
How to make sure it will be safe? The first step is to choose proven brands and suppliers. You should avoid cheap equipment, e.g. imported from Asia, and choose instead one intended for official distribution in Europe. Equipment for sports facilities has high requirements and there are a number of standards that describe them. For almost every type of equipment or sports equipment there is a certain PN-EN, PN-N or ISO standard that gives a guarantee of safety. These include:
• EN 913 (Gymnastic equipment. General safety requirements and test methods.),
• EN 1270 (Playing field equipment. Basketball equipment. Functional and safety requirements, test methods.),
• EN 749 (Playing field equipment. Handball goals. Functional and safety requirements, test methods.),
• PN-N-97063 (Gymnastic equipment. Gym benches.),
• EN 957 (Stationary training equipment).
Before you decide to buy, check what standards marks it bears. Each item should also have a certificate or safety certificate issued by the European Center for Quality and Promotion or another reputable institution. When equipping a sports facility, one should also not forget about additional safety features (e.g., fall-absorbing) selected depending on the sport.
2. SPORTS EQUIPMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE RELEVANT FEDERATION
Professional sports equipment is often purchased to train for various games or competitions or even to organize similar events. Then make sure it meets the official requirements of the federation relevant to the discipline.
It is worth remembering that even small inaccuracies in the construction of equipment can make a huge difference when it comes to results. Official competitions cannot be held using equipment that does not meet the federation's requirements. Training with equipment that has different dimensions or is made of different materials is also pointless. Therefore, in most cases, checking the compliance of sports facility equipment with the official rules and requirements for a particular sport before purchase is essential.
How to check whether the equipment meets the requirements of the relevant federation? It is best to choose such items that bear certifications from relevant organizations.
3. DURABILITY OF SPORTS EQUIPMENT
Equipment for sports facilities must also be suitable for intensive use. Completely different requirements are placed on it than on home appliances It must be made of the best materials and components. In the case of fitness equipment, the intended use is indicated by the class given to it. Class H (home - intended for home use) devices should be avoided, as they are not robust enough.
For professional use, there is S-class (studio) equipment suitable for use in sports associations, clubs, rehabilitation centers and training studios, access to and supervision of which is determined by the owner (legally responsible person). Class S requirements are also met by Class I equipment, which can additionally be used by people with special needs (e.g., visual, hearing, physical impairments or mental disabilities).
The conditions in which the equipment will be used should also be taken into account. The one intended for the outdoors must be weatherproof. Slightly higher demands are placed on it than in relation to indoor equipment.
RULES FOR SELECTING PROFESSIONAL SPORTS EQUIPMENT - WHAT ELSE TO KEEP IN MIND?
The above three key principles will help you always choose the right sports equipment. However, it is also worth paying attention to some minor issues that can prove to be very important during use. It is, for example, the possibility of easy transportation or storage. In many cases it is very important - then it is worth looking for equipment that is lightweight and foldable.
The ability to personalize equipment can also be useful. This allows, for example, to mark it with an advertising imprint and thus promote the club or sponsor. This also makes the equipment look more professional.
If you want to equip the entire sports facility, it is worth using the services of a company that will deal with it comprehensively - such as Sport-Transfer. Not only do we offer all the items you may need, but also consulting services. We also work with architects, which allows us to support sports investments from A to Z. Feel free to contact us if you want to learn more!
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