Swing: types, advantages and disadvantages, how to choose, manufacturers

Swings are used for decoration of suburban areas, are set to Children's playgrounds and at home, work mechanically and electronically, are made of different materials, suitable for adults and children.

They should have a solid and stable mounting frame, reliable protection and a comfortable seat system. Stylish and original models decorate the facade of the house or garden.

Principle of operation

mechanical swing

Mechanical swing work without electric drive according to the principle of the pendulum:

1. Rocking occurs after a certain rhythm squats and straightening man. When you squat swing fall into the highest point of support. The faster the mechanism will slip through the lower point, the higher the stronger the fluctuation.
2. The oscillation period is determined by the suspension length: it is equal to the distance from the point of suspension to the center of gravity of the load, which is located approximately at the waist of the rocker.
3. When knee flexion-extension center of gravity change occurs - suspension length. When a person is straightened, it works against gravity; when it is relaxing, on the contrary.

electronic swing

Electronic swing work on the principle of the oscillating circuit. It consists of an electrical capacitor and wire coil. Condenser - two metal plates between which is air.

1. When the coil on one of the positive and in the second - a negative charge, they are formed electric discharges, current flows.
2. After the change of the charge characteristics of the coils action is repeated in reverse. Gradually the power supply will be depleted, resulting in fluctuations cease.
3. If the push plate capacitor each time, the voltage and the oscillation energy increase due to mechanical work. When balance is established between the heating wire and the mechanical work energy oscillations cease to grow.

Spring swing operate under the influence of the compression spring straightening and by the application of force thrust.

types of swings

types of swings

1. sunbeds. They have a single seat with a protective coating and provide for the suspension at one point. Maximum load on the structure - 200 kg, it provides a stiff spring.
2. cocoons. Equipped with optional stand, made of rattan, bamboo, wicker. cocoon structure consists of a reinforcing arcs that connect the upper attachment point. Between them are stretched filaments or rattan. Available in single, double, quadruple model.
3. Hammocks. Are fixed at both sides of the products are simple and easy to use.

   The hammock is usually placed 1-2 people.

4. Swing-couches - the standard model, equipped with a soft back and wide seat cushion. Designed for multiple people. Such designs have a low oscillation frequency, the other technical characteristics are identical.
5. Children's swing as sofas - single product with high back and armrests that provide protection against slipping baby. Models equipped with the musical elements, designed for one child.
6. Swing-bench. Designed for a few people (3-5). Models presented in the form of a common bench or designs, which connects multiple seating.

Made in the form of metal frame with a spring or wooden products. Hard seat is complemented mattress.

Classification by purpose

• swings. Plastic, wooden and steel products, equipped with safety elements and suspensions with a stable mount.

They are made in the form of separate strips with gaps for ropes or in the form of the sofa, on which is placed a few people. The first models have handrails and protective elements, with rocking need to hold on to the hangers (rope, cable, chain).

• outdoor swing It is located in an open area. This garden models that can be installed on the territory of the yard or garden, playgrounds and playgrounds.

Constructions occupy a small area, do not require a special coating to set. Easily transported.

• Pets swing - single floor model designed for children from 1 year to 5 years. It consists of a metal frame and a seat mounted on it.

Products are equipped with safety belts and footrest, which prevents the loss of the child. Characterized by ease of installation.

Classification by age

• teeter - Single metal products with high stability. Equipped with amenities that are required child draw a striking design.

Varieties: swing-vertelki, swings, balance beams, swings, roundabouts, springs and electronic mechanisms.

• Adults swing designed for suburban families. This robust design for several people with high maximum load and durable fastening. Operate mechanically.

Classification on the basis of the work

• mechanical models work without electric, swing children on their own or with the help of adults. Equipped with chairs or seats without backs.

Such designs are reliable and practical, easy to use and affordable. Suitable for continuous operation.

• electronic swing swing with a motor. Designed for the youngest, so they often take the form of a cradle. Equipped with safety belts, adjusting the backrest and headrest.

• Swing-balancers intended for children several (2-4), it consists of a beam which is fixed at the center of gravity so that it can swing in a vertical plane.
• Swing-balancers with carousel feature move in vertical and horizontal direction.
• Swing-vertelki consist of a metal support and the suspension of the round seats are installed in the street. For installation requires strong concrete support.
• Spring swings for children It consists of a seat and a spring, with which the mechanism moves up and down. Executed in the form of butterflies, ships, frogs, chickens.

The classification of the material swing

• Wood. Stable and reliable design suitable for processing suburban areas. Less products - in a massive, which is why they are difficult to transport. Wooden models can be decorated with carvings.
• Plastic. Material used for the decoration of children's home of the swing. Such products are lightweight, easy to use, but not always reliable in terms of stability and durability.

• Metal. Material durable, stable, it is possible to relocate the structure arrangement as necessary.
• Forged. Made of iron by welding. These products are durable, stable, equipped with a broad continuous seats for several people. Model is too massive, so there are difficulties in their transposition.

Characteristics

Among swing characteristics emit:

• view of the structure (house / street, mechanical / electronic, children, adults);
• material (wood, plastic, metal);
• seats (single, double, triple);
• size (height, width);
• Maximum load (kg);
• form the support (or soft solid);
• Color design (one color, the combination);
• diameter of the support member;
• the amplitude of the swing;
• height and seat adjustment;
• function changes the angle of the backrest;
• shape and adjustable armrests;
• Foot fixation function;
• accessories (capes-back cushion, waterproof tents);
• design elements (art forging, carving and other decorating details).

functions

• backrest adjustment allows you to change the tilt angle that provides a comfortable rocking the baby.
• Seat belts protect the baby from falling out of the chair during the rocking, there are three- and five-point.
• Limiter between the legs protects against loss of the child forward.
• Folding safety bumper allows the baby to feel comfortable in the seat.
• Remote control - this function, available in the electronic models. These products are equipped with a button to control the speed of the swing, musical instruments and volume control.

Equipment

Among the component elements found:

• Seat-cushion;
• special soft capes;
• waterproof tarpaulins;
• gift blankets;
• additional cup holders;
• lighting systems.

accessories

Among the accessories, which are used for equipment, stand out:

• coasters;
• shelves;
• removable covers;
• Mosquito nets.

Pros and cons of swing

Pets swing

• mounted on a solid surface (flooring);
• designed for children;
• equipped with seat belts, a stand for fixing the legs;
• characterized by ease of installation;
• as the material most commonly used plastic.

The street model

• made of wood, metal, occasionally - plastic;
• located in an open area;
• does not require special coatings to set (mounted on a soft surface);
• easily transported;
• strength and stability.

Suspended goods

• made of plastic, wood, metal;
• equipped with protective suspensions;
• designed for children and adults;
• have a stable attachment;
• the presence of suspensions, for which you need to stick with rocking.

Benefits

Wooden swing:

• versatility and variability of the design;
• harmoniously fit into any garden composition;
• environmental friendliness;
• a high level of security;
• efficiency;
• durability.

Metal swing:

• favorably complement the landscape design;
• versatility, different options for the design and decoration;
• efficiency;
• long service life.

Plastic swing:

• ease;
• ease of care;
• It is transportable.

Problems

Wooden swing:

• inconvenience in transportation and interchange;
• too massive;
• require careful maintenance.

Metal swing:

• insecurity, you can get hurt on the frame;
• material subject to corrosion.

Plastic swing:

• environmentally unsafe, can release hazardous substances;
• suitable only for small children;
• unstable;
• deformable material.

How to choose a swing

• When choosing a model garden, note, for what purpose you intend to use the design. Select functional model with a load of 150 kg and above.
• Consider how many people you want to place. It is recommended to purchase the model for 3-5 persons, optimal seat length is between 170 and 200 cm.
• The shape of the support structure depends, will swing as safe. If the substrate is mounted on a soft surface, the feet must be arched. Pick a model with conventional legs when installing the frame on a solid plane.
• Pay attention to the material of construction. Wooden models require protection against moisture, so it is better placed under the roof. Canopy will protect the product from mechanical damage and tissue burning.

• Choose a model with removable covers, tents and other soft elements, it is necessary to maintain the purity of the product. Textile items must have stable color and dense filler.
• Consider the availability of the product warranty, quality certificates and additional services.

Exploitation

• To choose the right location for the design, specify, for what purpose you will use it. If the swings are designed for children, provide the necessary security measures.

Mandatory condition - 2 meters of free space at the front and rear seats.

• Garden swings better placed in the shade. If you set the structure in such a place does not work, protect yourself from direct sunlight by using Canopy or pergolas.
• Before assembly, check the product structure, read the instructions. To design is not skewed or sags, the load must be distributed evenly.

• Recommended 2-3 times a year to carry out technical inspection and lubricate the hinges and working units. Mechanical parts of structures, located on the sandy ground, it is necessary to disassemble and clean each year.
• Blankets, tents and soft elements of the product is recommended to wash once a season. Before washing, find out which mode and temperature used for this type of coverage.

If this is not possible, rinse the accessories, soft neutral detergent and dry in the sun.

• Wood surfaces cover the special compound material protecting against attack by fungus and insects. Here suitable antiseptic and antifungal lacquer.

To metal and wood products were long, covering their water-repellent agents. prolong the service life the roof, which protects from external factors. After the rain swing wipe dry cloth.

• If a strong wind is required to remove the awning, as mounting and can bend the arc.
• If you permanently leave the country site, disassemble swing or hide them in a safe place. In winter, clean and set design in a closed and dry room.
• The coatings must be clean. To do this, regularly wipe the connecting parts small brush stiffness and lubricate the moving structural elements.

• Avoid swinging amplitude, it can lead to rollover structures and damage mechanisms. Swing angle should not exceed 20 degrees.
• Try not to sit down on the swing too quickly, it may break the strength and stability of the foundation. It is forbidden to jump on them, standing rock, rock the seat to the side. Percussion point loads will lead to deformation of the pipe.

Guarantee

Product guarantee obachno is 15 days from the date of purchase. If there are factory defects in design can be exchanged for new products.

Warranty is subject to such requirements:

• preservation of the presentation, consumer properties, the integrity of the packaging and labels, receipts and documents for the goods;
• the goods were not in use, no signs of wear;
• use rules compliance product;
• construction repairs are undertaken by specialists.

If you lose your warranty and sales receipt, no return is carried out. The guarantee does not apply to soft goods, tents, blankets and other optional accessories.

malfunctions

Textile and soft elements wear out first. Seating positions are polluted, pillows and blankets under the influence of heavy loads may be deformed. Sheds are destroyed by the sun or moisture.

Ways to fix the awning:

• Place the mechanical seal tape damage. This method is suitable for different kinds of materials, but extends the service life long.
• Fix the problem place the building hairdryer. To spread out this tilt on a flat plane face down, clean from dust and dirt, dry, cut patch and attach it to the damaged tissue site.

Start the dryer nozzle between the blade and the patch, slide it along the perimeter, gently pressing the product. Under the high temperature and melts the connection elements.

• Adhesive to glue the injury. The principle of operation is the same, only for connection blades using glue.

A common cause of failure is improper installation or overload frame structures. Repair articles rack can be by welding, replacement of parts glued laminated timber with adjustment, painting and installation of the protection caps.

manufacturers swing

The company is engaged in production of sports equipment. Among the children's goods - exercise bikesSwing-scales, playgrounds. Products are certified according to the required standards.

Edu-Play

production is presented prams, Chairs for feeding and swimming, swings and slides, arenas and play complex musical pots.

The equipment complies with international quality certifications, it has a high technical level of assembly. Children swings are equipped with the necessary security system: adjustable backrest, soft bumper, stop for the legs. The official site there.

Feya

production is presented cots for babies, playpens, classic chairs for feeding babies. Construction convenient, durable, equipped with a reliable security system.

There are fixed and folding products. Collection "Vyrastayka" is a functional children's furniture for children 4-8 years. Made of wood: birch, pine, which are resistant to moisture.

The company, which has been producing children's products on the Italian production technology. Among the products - domestic and road high chairs, Mattresses, backpacks, Cots, barriers for children's beds, carousel. brand products are easy to use.

Design and selection of colors involved in the German and Italian experts. Eco-friendly materials, which is confirmed by quality certificates. Acceptable value for money products.

The company is engaged in production of sports equipment and accessories. Products presented home fitness equipment, massage equipment, children's sports complexes and educational games, sportswear.

Design made of durable and eco-friendly materials and equipped with reliable security system: back control function, soft bumper. Available in street and home sports complexes.

The German manufacturer of sports equipment. Products represented by machines, bicycles, table tennis, Children's village, garden furniture.

brand products are functional, comfort, made from environmentally friendly materials that are certified according to international standards.

Israeli company's products designed for children. The range includes small houses and slides, sandboxes and pools, gaming tables and swings. company pools are made of durable plastic, which does not fade. Children's cottages bright and reliable, lightweight and durable.

With their help it is possible to equip a children's play center, a platform for homes. The products are made from environmentally friendly materials for advanced technologies and conforms to international standards.

Products Turkish firm has more than 146 SKUs. Among them - electric cars, pedal cars, bicycles, Dump trucks, wheelchairs, swing, play sets, educational toys, designers.

The range of different original design solutions, simplicity and functionality. Children's toys have international quality certificates.

The French company has gained popularity regular orders to build playgrounds. Gaming company systems can be placed in parks, squares, schools, kindergartens.

The French company is one of the first to produce the plot-role-playing toys: sets for a young doctor, seller, a musician, an artist.

The range includes playground equipment, inflatable toys, accessories for dolls, football and pool tables. Products develops in children fine motor skills of hands, logic, creativity, hard work.

The company maintains close contacts with the animation studio Walt Disney.

The Polish company engaged in the production of children's furniture. The range - floor home swing, rocking chairs, Walkers, chairs, sledges, prams for dolls. Robust and reliable, equipped with a security system.