Community on Track with Coach Carter
Community takes first place in this innovative audio rig built by Massachusetts based Balanced Input. The brainchild of B.I. owner, Mark Waker and Phillips Academy Andover AV Director, Michael Crouse, the cart, used for Track and Field events features four R.5 all-weather loudspeakers in two vertical lines.
Tool Crib Keeps Track of Equipment
The Penco Smart Tool Crib system permits authorized employees to log into the system using their existing ID cards and to select specific tools or equipment from compartments identified on a flat panel monitor.
La Mirada Makes a Splash
Splash! at La Mirada Regional Aquatic Center in Los Angeles, Calif., features an exciting Caribbean pirate adventure from Whitewater West Industries creating family fun and fitness for participants of all ages.
Boundless Playgrounds Announces CEO
Frederick A. Leone, a seasoned corporate executive with a wealth of experience in finance, law and community outreach was recently named Boundless Playgrounds’ Chief Executive Officer, announced Steve Shaw, Chairman of the Board of Directors.
Hydro Systems Launches Cleaning Solution
Hydro Systems Co., a manufacturer of proportioning, dosing and dispensing systems for concentrated chemicals, and an industry leader in automatic/touch-free cleaning systems for daily cleaning applications, has recently announced the launch of the ICS 8900, the latest in its line of mobile integrated cleaning systems and the best-in-class solution for touch-free restroom cleaning.
Smoky Mountain Complex Goes Full Court
Before opening the Smoky Mountain Sports Complex in Elizabethton, Tenn., owner Fred Gause knew there was a need for a large-scale, professionally equipped and operated basketball facility in the region.
Bobcat Introduces New Compact Tractors
Bobcat Company, a leader in compact equipment for the past 50 years, introduces a new line of compact tractors. These tractors are designed to help farmers, ranchers, commercial landscapers, groundskeepers, homeowners with acreage and other users tackle a variety of tasks.
Landscape Structures Names President
Landscape Structures Inc., a leading global commercial playground manufacturer, located in Delano, Minn., has named Pat Faust new president of the company. Faust succeeds previous president and co-founder Barb King, who passed away March 4, 2008, from cancer.
Astroturf Selected by U.S. Communities
GeneralSports Venue (GSV), the exclusive U.S. licensee of the AstroTurf brand, has been awarded the Synthetic Turf & Other Athletic Surfaces contract by U.S. Communities Government Purchasing Alliance.
Community Adds to iBOX Family
Community Professional Loudspeakers has introduced the newest addition to its
acclaimed iBOX line of professional installation loudspeakers.
Playworld Awards Grant to School Dist.
Playworld Systems Inc. announced the recipient of the first ever NEOS Grant program. The recipient, Scottsdale Public School District in Arizona, will receive a new NEOS, bringing electronic gaming to their outdoor playspace.
Fitness Anywhere Unveils Anchor Solution
Fitness Anywhere Inc., the company responsible for pioneering Suspension Training and establishing it as one of the most practical and effective functional fitness methods available, has unveiled a line of versatile anchoring solutions for its popular line of TRX Suspension Trainer products.
PoolOptix Enters Field Testing Phase
PoolOptix, the world’s first surveillance security system for swimming pool environments, has begun field testing and is set for release in mid-2008.
Doing Things Right an EcoPlay Tradition
Furthering a commitment to environmental stewardship, Safeplay Systems has replaced its traditional in-print paper catalog in favor of a more environmentally-friendly online catalog.
Neely Joins Community as Development Mgr
Community Professional Loudspeakers has announced the appointment of Ron Neely to the position of Development Manager.
Making the Shade Partnership Expands
Making the Shade expanded to Bacon County, marking another benchmark for the successful partnerships formed with Georgia Forestry Commission, Milliken & Company and local schools.
No Fault, Lebron James Build Rec Outlet
No Fault, a longstanding Louisiana-based sport and safety surfacing company, began installing its signature poured in place playground surface, No Fault Safety Surface, for the LeBron James Family Foundation (LJFF) at the St. Bernard Center in the 7th Ward of New Orleans.
Smoky Mountain Complex Goes Full Court
Before opening the Smoky Mountain Sports Complex in Elizabethton, Tenn., owner Fred Gause knew there was a need for a large-scale, professionally equipped and operated basketball facility in the region.
Apollo Sunguard Receives AAD Award
Apollo Sunguard has been awarded the prestigious Gold Triangle Award from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). The Academy bestows the Gold Triangle Award to recognize and honor outstanding sun safety products and commitment to sun safety.
Crunch Takes TRX Trainer to Masses
Fitness Anywhere Inc., pioneers of Suspension Training, have collaborated with group exercise innovators at Crunch to deliver BodyWeb - their latest attraction for members seeking fun, new, challenging workout routines that will keep them coming back for more.
Dartmouth Kicks Off New Soccer Field
Hanover, New Hampshire's Dartmouth College recently gained a new addition to its sprawling sports facilities with the completion of a new competition soccer field in the Chase Athletic Field complex. The 1,600-seat venue is outfitted with an audio system designed by Cavanaugh Tocci Associates (CTA) and installed by Burlington, Vermont-based Advance System Design (ASD).
CHG Offers Antimicrobial Ice Scoop
Recent publicized reports have documented that improper hand washing, food handling and equipment maintenance are to blame for high levels of coliform bacteria in ice served in restaurants and cafeterias—in some cases, toilet water was even found to be significantly cleaner.
Wago Assists in Managing Energy Costs
WAGO Corp.’s new, 750-493 3-Phase Power Measurement Module integrates comprehensive monitoring of a power supply network with the connectivity of an I/O system.
Body Bar Systems Director to Get Fit
Body Bar Systems Inc., a premier fitness company specializing in products and educational tools for fitness enthusiasts of all ages and abilities, announced that its managing director has made a three-month commitment to increase his fitness and decrease his body fat percentage, focusing on a sensible diet and using Body Bar Systems’ products.
Signature, ESI Announce Alliance
Signature Control Systems Inc. announced
that the company has entered into a strategic alliance with ESI – Environmental Sensors Inc. (ESI) of Canada to develop various proprietary sensor probe technologies for the global Golf, Sports Turf and Commercial Turf markets.
LA ProPoint Troubleshoots Alex Theater
Last summer, LA ProPoint, one of Southern California’s leaders in the design, engineering, fabrication and installation of stage and show systems, successfully completed the installation of a new speaker rigging system in downtown Glendale’s historic Alex Theatre. Now, the company announced it has wrapped its encore performance at the Alex where it provided solutions to logistical and safety challenges.
New Parks & Rec Software Introduced
SportsMan SQL combines leading-edge technology with years of customer-driven enhancements. In response to customer demand, Peak is proud to introduce SportsMan SQL, the industry standard for the Parks and Recreation industry.
Quabaug Introduces Rubber Tiles
Quabaug Corp. of North Brookfield, Mass., has announced the introduction of QuaBoing Resilient Rubber Tiles.
Penn State Selects Gameday Grass
GeneralSports Venue, exclusive U.S. licensee of AstroTurf-branded products, announced the completion of three new innovative GameDay Grass 3D synthetic turf playing fields at Penn State University.
Onset Paper Looks at Green Roofs
Onset Computer Corp., the “HOBO” data logger company, announced a free, white paper titled, "Monitoring Green Roof Performance with Weather Stations."
Legend Fitness to Sponsor THSCA
Legend Fitness announced the company’s first-ever sponsorship of the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA), headquartered in San Marcos, Texas. Legend Fitness has joined the prominent Coaches Association as a “Silver Sponsor” for the 2008-2009 school year.
Profile Golf Helps Manage Bicarbonates
Profile Golf has introduced ProPlus Aqua-pHix, a proprietary blend of chelated, buffered acid with a pH < 1.0 which is designed to effectively manage hard water and highly alkaline soil. Research proves that Aqua-pHix is safe for people, equipment and turf, and it is more effective and more economical than any other spray acidifier available.
PoolOptix Hires Three Team Members
PoolOptix, a division of S.R. Smith, has expanded by hiring Robert Hawkins, Scot Newport and Jason Weisenfluh.
UC Berkeley Gets Innovative Field
Walker Parking Consultants, a recognized leader in parking structure design and consulting, together with Overaa Construction, announced the completion of the Underhill Parking Facility and Playing Field at the University of California, Berkeley.
Sport Court Built on New Dehli Rooftop
At the American Embassy School in New Dehli, the administrators had a problem: how to provide a safe place for students to conduct athletic activities. They found the solution in Connor Sport Court International’s (CSCI) Sport Court Power Game sport surfacing by installing it on the roof of the school.
Nike, ECORE Partner to Reuse Shoes
ECORE International has built a thriving business developing innovative ways to reduce, reuse and recycle rubber. So when the opportunity presented itself to work with the Nike Corp. through its Nike Grind recycling program, the company leapt in with both feet! The Nike Grind program is a unique combination of recycling, innovation, sports and community give-back.
KKE's Burt Becomes Licensed Architect
KKE Architects’ designer Nathan Burt passed all nine divisions of the Architect Registration Examination. The exam assesses candidates for their knowledge, skills and abilities to provide various services required in the practice of architecture.
L&M Adds Director of Marketing
As the new Director of Marketing and Sales Support, Peter Wagner will bring nearly a decade of experience in the polished concrete industry to Omaha, Nebraska-based L&M Construction Chemicals (L&M).
Kahler Slater Adds Sports Strategist
Design firm Kahler Slater has hired branding strategist Barbara Bowers to serve as a project leader for its Sports Design Team. Bowers’ focus at the firm will be the advancement of branded environments and architecture for collegiate and professional sports organizations.
Prime Play Unveils Carolina Play System
The opening of Plaza Fiesta Carolinas this January will introduce one of the largest playgrounds ever installed in the United States. Their search began at the IAAPA show in Atlanta, Georgia in 2006.
Arrowhead Adventure Golf to Open
Commercial Recreation Specialists (CRS) completed installation of Arrowhead Adventure Golf, an 18-hole, adventure-style miniature golf course, at Indian Trails Campground in
Pardeeville, Wis., in June 2007, according to Ron Romens, president of Commercial Recreation Specialists. CRS provided site assessment, design and installation services, utilizing their specialized miniature golf
installation team.
Hammer Strength Line Built to Perform
Life Fitness recently unveiled its rugged new Hammer Strength Heavy Duty line featuring redesigned racks, platforms and accessories. Developed with the help of coaches and athletes, the new racks offer the variety, efficiency and simplicity for advanced performance training.
Functional Training Improves Golf Swing
What are the core elements of a solid golf swing? Most would agree on three – flexibility, muscular strength and balance. How does a golfer build and enhance these essential golf skills? The answer is not necessarily on the green, but instead right inside the home or local gym through functional training.
Valspar Redefines Sports Flooring
Reinforcing its reputation as a pioneer in environmentally responsible, high performance flooring products, Valspar Flooring, a division of Valspar Corp., introduced new Valsport WP-4.1 Sealer and WP-8.1 Finish - two eco-friendly yet extremely durable oil modified urethanes (OMU) for use on gymnasium and athletic wood floors.
Bobcat Contest Unleashed
As Bobcat marks 50 years of equipment innovation, the company is still seeking input from customers through the How Bobcat Unleashed Me Contest.
Slaon Valve Announces Wall-Mount Faucet
Sloan Valve Company's new Optima ETF-800 wall-mount electronic faucet is a beautiful addition to any restroom, while offering the long-lasting reliability for which Sloan faucets are known.
BCI Burke Makes Play Intense
Ready to turn it up a notch for your kids? Burke’s all-new Intensity fitness play complex is designed to challenge and exercise young bodies while providing so much fun kids won’t want to go home.
Testing Confirms Saniguard Efficacy
While clinical tests conducted by Component Hardware Group (CHG) over the last four years have positively shown that SANIGUARD antimicrobial treated products are effective at controlling the growth of a broad spectrum of bacteria and odor-causing molds and fungi, recent evidence-based tests conducted by Barbara Hornaday at Columbia Basin Hospital in Ephrata, Washington have confirmed these results.
Magiquest Opens First N.J. Location
Representatives from MagiQuest, a live-action interactive game that immerses players into a world of fantasy propelled by sophisticated technology, announced they opened a new location at Funplex in East Hanover, N.J., within easy driving distance from New York City and surrounding suburbs.
Brock USA Announces Name Change
Due to the growth of Brock USA beyond U.S. borders into Europe and around the globe, Brock has decided to change its corporate name to Brock International.
Taraflex Installed in SCCC Fieldhouse
Taraflex Sports Flooring by Gerflor announced the installation of a new 30,000-square-foot Maple Design floor in Sullivan County Community College’s (SCCC) Paul Gerry Fieldhouse.
SmartDraw Helps with Project Management
SmartDraw.com announced that increasing numbers of business professionals are turning to SmartDraw for project management. SmartDraw automates the process of creating business graphics and helps users quickly create project charts, Gantt charts, bar graphs and pie charts, schedules, forms and much more.
Hach Offers Digital Meter for Pool Tests
Hach Company/ETS Business Unit, the maker of AquaChek Pool & Spa Test Strips, announced the availability of the Hach Accu3 Portable Colorimeter, a high-precision digital meter specifically customized for the pool and spa market. Pool professionals will appreciate the accuracy and convenience of this new meter.
Jacobsen Expands Dealer Network
Jacobsen, a Textron Inc. company, continues to focus on the needs of its customers and create a superior service experience by expanding the territories of three existing equipment dealerships, and adding one new dealer to its national authorized dealer network.
Sloan Valve Promotes Aykroyd
John Aykroyd has been promoted to the position of vice president, Business Development at Sloan Valve Company.
Gerberit's Conservation Efforts Noted
In recognition of Geberit's commitment to superior environmental performance and continuous stewardship, the City of
Milwaukee awarded Gerberit Starline, the company foundry based out of Milwaukee, for exemplary implementation of environmental conservation
regulations.
Fitness Franchise Shapes Up Lighting
When Peter Gorham and Rick Smith opened their new Model A Fitness franchise in Boonton, N.J., members joined in droves due to the wealth of equipment and reasonable pricing. The two partners say that Model A Fitness, a 20-location workout chain serving four states in the northeast, has hit a nerve in the burgeoning fitness market with their retro-'80s atmosphere. However, one aspect of the “retro” concept didn’t sit well with the proud new gym owners: the facility’s old-fashioned, metal halide lighting.
CertainTeed Offers Acoustic Solution
When the University of Massachusetts Boston administration planned for the construction of Go-Kids Boston, a new children’s health and fitness center to be built inside the campus’ Quinn Administration Building, they knew acoustic control would be a big issue.
Sloan Offers Water-Saving Flush Feature
Sloan Valve Company has recently released another first in water-saving technology. The new Sloan ECOS is the first Dual-Flush Flushometer of its kind, combining hands-free operation with a state-of-the-art, water-saving dual-flush feature that provides the ultimate in water savings and hygiene.
Kawasaki Announces New Warranty
Kawasaki has announced a new, extremely comprehensive warranty on all commercial-grade handheld power products.
AquaPlay Adventure Anchors in Australia
A Caribbean pirate adventure at Adventure Park in Geelong, Australia features the AquaPlay AP1050 multi-level play structure.
Follett Names VP International Sales
Follett Corp. announced the promotion of Gary Cristofano to the position of vice president international sales.
Air Handler UVC Lights Earn LEED Point
Sammamish Commons (Wash.) has become the first project to earn a LEED point for the use of germicidal ultraviolet or "UVC" lights in the air handling units.
Dodge Regupole is Now ECORE Internatl
Dodge-Regupol announced that the privately held business with roots that date back to the mid-1800s has taken a new name - ECORE International, and has broadened its strategic and geographic focus.
Product Catalog Showcases Entrances
The Special-Lite 2008 product catalog on CD is now available, giving architects, designers, contractors, building owners and maintenance directors all of the information they need to evaluate and select the company’s heavy-duty commercial entrance system products.
Community iBOX Delivers on Ice
Adrian College in Adrian, Mich., is well known for its competitive athletics teams, and the private, liberal arts college's sprawling athletic grounds have continued to expand with the recent opening of the Arrington Ice Arena.
Ciralight Names VP Sales & Marketing
Ciralight, a manufacturer of high-performance daylighting systems, announced the promotion of Earl Houston to vice president, Sales and Marketing.
AlturnaMats Acquires Mobile Matts
AlturnaMats Inc., a leading producer of ground protection mats, announced the acquisition of one of its major competitors, Mobile Matts of Green Bay, Wis.
Mobile-Shop Company GSA Approved
The General Services Administration (GSA) has approved the Columbus-based Mobile-Shop Company for listing among vendors authorized to sell directly to federal government customers.
Trulite Joins Arch Family
Arch Aluminum & Glass Co. Inc. announced Trulite Industries Limited will join the Arch family of companies.
Futrex Introduces Wellness Screening
Futrex Inc. introduced the HealthGuard-15 Mobile Wellness Screening System. While blood pressure has always been considered to be a key indicator of wellness, increased body fat is now contributing to a host of new concerns, including elevated blood pressure, heart attacks, strokes, diabetes, and certain forms of cancer.
Flexco Adds Distributor
FLEXCO, a leading manufacturer of rubber, vinyl and ESD control commercial flooring, announced its newest full product-line distributor, Hi-Tec Flooring Distributors Inc.
