Trampolines: types, characteristics, how to choose, manufacturers

Trampoline - versatile sports equipment, which is used for entertainment and training. Scope trampolines wide: from nursery playground for jumping to a simulator to train astronauts.

types of trampolines

Professional sports

Used by athletes (tumblers and gymnasts) for training and preparations for sporting events, have a dismountable structure and large in size.

They are made from high quality and high strength material must be certified. Installed in an open space or in a sports complex. Professional trampolines can be used in malls, on the beaches.

Outdoor trampolines

Used for outdoors jumping. Suitable for training and entertainment. There are modifications of various sizes and shapes: round, rectangular, square and even octagonal. Trampoline can deal with one person or several.

Fitness trampolines

Designed for enclosed spaces. It allows you to train different muscle groups. When classes on fitness trampoline reduces the load on joints and knees. Easy to operate, it does not occupy much space.

inflatable trampoline

They are used as an attraction for children. Are multifunctional and colorful device in the form of an arena, slides, any fantastic character and even a castle. Divided into the following types:

• mini;
• street;
• home;
• large;
• with additional slides or pool.

amateur water

It is an inflatable balloon, which spanned a special blade for jumping. It has inflatable tube. It is used for entertainment and recreation. It can be used not only in water but also on land.

Features trampolines

Trampoline consists of the following components: frame, W-shaped legs, hopping springs and fabric.

Frame

The base of the trampoline has a circular pipe shape. The frames are made of metal, plastic or carbon. The tube diameter ranges from 42 mm to 48 mm.

Typically, manufacturers are welded between the tubes themselves, and in some places inserted bolting design for convenience of packaging. On the surface of the frame to apply a protective polymer coating.

W-shaped legs

Serve as a support for the frame, is shaped like the English letter the W, so that the product becomes more elastic, resistant and tough.

springs

They are powerful spiral of galvanized steel. They are highly resistant to physical stress and external influences.

The length of the springs is directly dependent on the structure and size of approximately 165-215 mm. Using springs person is repelled by the surface and bounces.

hopping canvas

It is set as a base and support for a jump. Most often made of thick polyester.

Equipment frame trampoline

• Harness protective mesh. Protects jumping from relegation beyond the items during a jump. Most often used in sports models. Fastened around the frame.
• Protection of springs. It protects the athlete from injury, due to its soft surface.
• The roof (cover). It serves to protect outdoor trampoline models from the effects of precipitation, thus increases its service life.
• Stairs. Optional accessory. Designed for safe ascent and descent.
• Sports mats. Jumping protect from injuries while using the shell. Laid them on the perimeter of the structure.
• Acoustic mat. Reduces noise impacts during operation of the product.

The package inflatable trampoline also includes the following elements:

• The compressor (blower). Intended for constant air supply to the trampoline and maintain the operational status of the product.
• Repair Kit. Set, which is meant to repair the product in case of a puncture. It consists of glue for PVC and a piece of PVC fabric for patches.
• Bag (Case). Intended for storage and transfer equipment.
• Pegs for fixing the trampoline.
• Pegs for mounting the compressor.

The shape and size

• Sports professional model: rectangular shape, length - 5 m, its width - 3 m.
• Amateur sports: round or rectangular shape, length, width, and diameter of from 1.5 m to 4 m.
• Stretch mini trampolines: round shape, a diameter of from 1 m to 1.4 m.

Maximum load

• Baby trampolines are designed to load from 50 to 70 kg.
• Standard models are designed for adult weight of from 100 to 120 kg.
• Professional withstand the load of 150 kg and above.

Benefits

wireframes

• Structural strength.
• High wear resistance and UV resistance.
• Resistance to punctures and mechanical damage.
• Able to withstand a lot of weight.
• Have a safety net that prevents the precipitation of bouncing during exercise.
• Strengthens the musculoskeletal system.

inflatable products

• In the manufacture of children's inflatable safety trampolines use nontoxic materials that do not emit harmful substances and does not cause allergic reactions.
• Durability and safety of the structure.
• Application superalloy laminated PVC and special fabric.
• The material is not torn, those dim, does not stretch and will not crack.
• Reasonable prices.
• Entertainment with health benefits: it strengthens muscles, trains the vestibular system, increases stamina.

Problems

Frame construction

• The high cost in comparison with the inflatable models.
• Require more storage space.
• Used exclusively outdoors.

inflatable trampoline

• Deterioration of the material under the action of sunlight.
• A high risk of punctures and physical damage.
• Peculiar smell when you install in the sun.
• The smaller amplitude jump (compared with the framework trampolines).

How to choose a trampoline

shape of the product

equipment shapes are of two types: rectangular and round. The round models are considered safer. Rectangular trampolines promote greater agility when jumping, but considered to be more traumatic.

the strength of the frame

One of the main design parameters of reliability - the frame strength and welded structures. The most robust considered frame made of galvanized steel.

hopping canvas

The material from which the manufactured web hopping must be sturdy and non-stretchable, and have a good quality cutting and insertion of nodes in the attachment point of the web.

springs

Product life and intensity jumps depends on the length of the springs and their amounts.

Protective mat on the surface hopping

The wider and thicker than the mat, so it is safer. In width sewn mat should hide completely the spring and frame.

suppressor grid

This equipment protects against accidental drops of the projectile. The main requirement for this construction - the strength and stability.

Which is better

trampoline frame

Frame

Depending on the design diameter should be set to a certain number W-shaped legs:

• diameter of 1.8 m to 3 m - 3 units .;

• diameter of 3.7 to 4.3 m - 4 pcs .;
• diameter of 4.6 m - 5 units.

hopping canvas

Almost all manufacturers in the manufacture of fabrics using a special hopping inextensible and strong polypropylene fabric "Permatron", produced in the United States and China.

Hopping to secure the fabric needed a good cutting and reliable firmware components. High-quality trampoline should be at least six or eight straight stitched seams.

springs

When the ratio of the diameter of the articles and the quantity of springs considered optimal embodiment:

• diameter of from 1 m to 1.4 m - springs 36-48;
• diameter 3.7 m - 80 springs;
• diameter 4.3 m - 97-110 springs.

When the length of the spring is less than 16.5 cm jump will be low, hard landing.

The optimum ratio of the size of the product and the length of the springs:

• With a diameter of from 3.7 m to 4.6 m - a spring length 21.5 cm.
• With a diameter of 1.8 m to 3 m - spring length 18.5 cm.

protective mat

suppressor grid

Grid necessarily have to be secured within the frame in front of the springs in order to further guard against contact with frame and springs.

Inflatable trampoline

• At the bottom of the trampoline density of the material should be no lower than 650 g / m².
• Yarns which sewn article should be durable and strong to form a seam, and also have high durability.
• Availability of the necessary accessories for inflating the trampoline and keep in shape.
• Required certificates of quality and compliance.
• Availability of information poster shows how to behave on the trampoline, not to be injured.

Exploitation

Inflatable trampoline

All inflatable models operate on the same principle.

To expand the design, you must:

• The casing is inflated by a powerful blower.
• In order to provide the necessary pressure inside the product, the compressor must operate continuously.
• Excess air is vented through microscopic pores in the material and the seams (to be distinctive audible hissing sound).
• With the help of pegs trampoline attached to the surface of the earth, that the wind could not blow off his.

To assemble the product, you must:

• Disconnected from the supply air fan.
• Disconnect hoses.
• The device will take its original appearance for a few minutes.
• Close product tightly twist, so all the air out of the device.
• Pack trampoline bag Cover.

trampoline frame

To install the product, you need to:

• Determine the location of the free space where it will be located.
• The surface should be smooth and hard, so that the product was stable.
• To protect the structure from the location close to the equipment sharp and dangerous objects, including trees, building corners.
• During the summer sports equipment is better to install in a shady part to avoid overheating in direct sunlight.
• Collect and install a trampoline strictly according to the enclosed instructions.
• Check the reliability of all installed fixtures, to avoid injury when jumping.
• Check the space under the trampoline for the presence of foreign objects.
• When going down to the shell securely fasten the protective net.

Trampoline frame to serve as long as possible and be safe, you should follow a few rules.

• The model should be collected only adult strictly according to instructions.
• The product contains a large number of small parts. Do not allow young children to pieces.
• Not install the device on the asphalt and concrete surfaces in the absence of free space around the structure 7 meters in height and 2 meters radius.

Regularly check:

• connecting parts racks products in the presence of faults, cracks and bends;
• correctly strained hopping canvas and it for any damage;
• springs on presence of ruptures and large stretch;
• properly fastened protective edge;
• for worn places, damage, improper stitching on the surface for jumping and protective edge;
• whether metal studs are damaged.

Care carcass trampolines

• Hopping coating and protective edge is recommended to clean with a soft damp cloth.
• It is prohibited to use different detergents and powders, as well as hot water.
• To prevent precipitation on the trampoline, and the foliage is recommended to cover it with a special cover.

Care Inflatable trampoline

• Before you fold the trampoline, you must wash it well.
• Cleaning is performed by soft tissues (cotton, viscose, microfiber).
• After harvesting the trampoline should be given to dry, then blow off it correctly folded and packed in a storage pouch.
• Do not store wet trampoline.
• In a place to store the trampoline must comply with the following conditions: the absence of extreme temperature, chemicals and getting direct sunlight.

Precautions on the frame and springless trampolines

• springs must be closed via a protective mat or special soft linings.
• While jumping on a trampoline must be no more than one person.
• Do not make the stunts without special training.
• Do not allow animals on the projectile.
• On the surface of the trampoline and under it there should be no obstructions.
• Do not leave small children without supervision.
• Before operating the trampoline surface must be completely clean of any contamination.

Guarantee

When buying a trampoline definitely need to make sure you have the certificate of quality and warranty. The service life of these structures is from 1 to 5 years. Life of the product specified by the manufacturer.

The seller must provide the necessary information about the product, including the trampoline lifespan.

Faults and repairs

On the trampoline frame following problems are the most common:

• Damage to foam lining which covers around the trampoline springs. Almost all products this coating wears out quickly. In the more expensive models are formed gaps, while expensive - loss of color.
• Rack mounting the protective grid are bent over time.
• Damage to the foam protection that cover the racks of metal, due to frequent disassembly and assembly.
• Small elements for fasteners wear out and are often lost because of the poor quality of the metal produced. There is a section of the thread: Nuts hardly tightened, the bolts are scrolled.
• Loss of springs. They are inexpensive, but they are difficult to find.

• Tissue loses its brightness and color, if the coating is not UV protected.
• The most serious damage - Faulty weld the frame tubes. If a skeleton from steel, it can be welded. The aluminum frame is not possible to brew.

Spare parts for the repair can be ordered from online stores or from the supplier.

As children's inflatable seal in the event of damage trampoline

To repair a punctured model, you need the following details:

• Kit, which includes a glue flap PVC and fabrics;
• elastic roller;
• scissors;
• solvent, acetone;
• Brush with a thick beard;
• ballpoint pen or a pencil.

Stages of repair

1. Surface preparation. To pierce the place should be well clear of contamination with a solvent
2. Preparation of patches. Patch can be cut from the flap to the PVC glue application thereon initially drawing the desired shape and size on the fabric.
3. Imposition of glue for PVC. A small brush applied layer of adhesive on the tissue cut and around the puncture. To better secure the patch it up a bit, you can dry the hair dryer.
4. Bonding. Cut and impregnated adhesive patch applied to the puncture site and spend it on a hard roll.
5. Hold Time. Glued on the place set the press and allowed to stand for 24 hours.

In more serious damage is necessary to consult specialists. After a professional repair you will be given a guarantee for the operation of the repaired goods.

manufacturers trampolines

The products are of high quality. The uniqueness Berg models is reinforced steel patented Goldspring springs and frame.

It is one of the largest companies in the production of functional fitness equipment. Products are of reasonable prices. Product quality is confirmed by European certificates.

It produces a variety of children's inflatable trampoline. Products are approved by the German security institutions.

It is one of the largest companies in the supply of sports equipment and equipment on the Russian market. The specificity of the product is that it is designed to meet the Russian plan apartments.

It is the world's leading manufacturer of inflatable equipment, including trampolines and children's play centers. Every year there is a new collection of products.

The company is a leader in the production of children's sports equipment.

The models of this brand are equipped with additional protective mesh Tireli.

Manufactures inflatable floating trampoline.

It specializes in the wholesale of sports trampoline frame. Different democratic prices.