Robbins Sports Surfaces
A Division of Robbins, Inc.
4777 Eastern Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45226
Tel: (513) 871-8988
Toll-Free: (800) 543-1913
Fax: (513) 871-7998
E-mail: info@robbinsfloor.com
Web site: http://www.robbinsfloor.com
MANUFACTURER
Since 1922, Robbins has set the standard for sports surface design,
leading the industry with an unmatched commitment to research and development
in sports flooring technology. Robbins has led the way in studying and
testing the dynamic interaction between the athlete, the activity and the
sports surface. Beneath the surface of our floors you'll find the results
of our ongoing quest for knowledge -- advanced, skillfully engineered sports
floor systems designed to promote enhanced comfort and performance for
athletes of all levels.
PRODUCT PRESENTATION
The Robbins Institute, the Educational Arm of Robbins Sports Surfaces,
was developed to present a comprehensive look at dynamic testing, biomechanics
and performance considerations in selecting sports surfacing. At the Robbins
Institute, you can see and evaluate for yourself a representative sampling
of the entire sports flooring industry, as well as the complete line of
Robbins floors. Call your Robbins Dealer or Robbins for the Institute nearest
you.
Wood Systems:
Bio-Channel®
Strip maple system with the comfort of a suspended system and the stability
of an anchored system. Bio-Channel sleeper floats on premium pads within
steel channel. Channel is anchored to concrete slab. Plywood subfloor attaches
to sleeper, then maple tops the plywood. Dimensionally very stable, high
shock absorption. The industry's first anchored-resilient maple system
combining the structural and dimensional stability of anchored flooring
with the shock-absorbing comfort of resilient flooring. Uniformity and
no dead spots are assured, as are just the right amount of deflection and
shock absorption for user comfort. This patented system is DIN approved.
Bio-Channel STAR
Bio-Channel Star (formerly Bio-Channel II) combines the structural and dimensional
stability of anchored flooring with the shock-absorbing comfort of resilient sports
flooring. A plywood sleeper floats on 7/16” Bio-Pads® within a steel channel
that’s anchored to the concrete floor. A uniform playing surface with no dead
spots is assured, as is the right amount of deflection and shock absorption. DIN
approved Bio-Channel Star includes specially profiled maple strip.
Bio-Channel LP™
Robbins NEW low-profile Bio-Channel LP™, has taken indoor athletic
surfacing to a whole new evolution. The Bio-Channel LP system evolves from the
popular Bio-Channel “Classic” design currently found in NBA and NCAA
facilities across the country. Bio-Channel LP has a lower profile than its predecessor
and makes it a logical choice for renovation projects, as well as new construction.
The factory-routed subfloor components and #16 gauge steel channels ensure exact
and uniform placement while allowing ample lateral movement to minimize stress
on the floor. This unique, steel-channel, design is supported by a continuous
layer of Robbins’ Zero/G™ underlayment to cushion the impact force
generated by today’s athlete and to provide100% uniformity and ball bounce
for unparalleled feel, sound and play. Now, Robbins offers two Bio-Channel options
for an athletic floor unparalleled in the industry.
Bio-Cushion®
High shock-absorbing strip maple system. This free-floating maple system
is bio-mechanically engineered for enhanced comfort and performance for
athletes of all levels. DIN approved, Bio-Cushion features premium EPDM
rubber pads and specially profiled load distribution subfloor so that the
installation can be "tuned" to achieve the desired playing characteristics.
Portable All Star
The Cincinnati Portable All Star®, the industry's most popular portable basketball
floor, provides the convenience, durability and playing characteristics demanded
by the world's greatest sports arenas. Panels are 4' x 8', constructed of a northern
maple tongue-and-groove surface over a plywood subsurface supported by specially
treated wood framing. Hidden "drop pin" panel locking system ensures speedy set
up and removal.
Portable All Star Plus
Used by NBA teams and ballet companies to protect their performers
and athletes, All-Star® Plus features the same time-tested performance
of our All-Star® design with an enhanced shock-absorption feature that
reduces impact forces on the athletes. Panels interlock using steel-encased
tongue-and-grooves between panels to withstand years of set up and dismantling.
Mach-1
Mach-1 is the ultimate combination of performance and technology. Featuring
the Bio-Cradle™ anchored resilient, engineered sub-floor and premium
Continuous Strip® XL maple, Mach-1 is a fully DIN certified high performance
maple floor system. An environmentally friendly system utilizing XL technology
exclusively, Mach-1 uses far less sub-floor materials typical to many other
high-performance maple floor systems. Robbins exclusive technology, including
Continuous Strip XL, the Bio-Cradle sub-floor and new installation techniques,
makes Mach-1 the choice when extremely quick installation and high performance
are required.
Sportwood Ultra Star
Sportwood Ultra Star is a versatile maple flooring system with high
performance characteristics. This DIN-approved suspended system consists
of double-profile, cavity-backed 7/16" (11mm) EPDM rubber Bio-Pads; two
layers of 1/2" (12mm) plywood; Robbins’ elastomeric Sportwood adhesive,
and edge-grained northern hard maple Sportwood. This product’s low profile
(as low as 1-11/16" (43mm) total thickness) makes it an attractive alternative
for retrofitting or renovations.
Air Channel Star XL
"Get your team off to a great start with Air-Channel Star featuring
Continuous Strip XL. It has a low-profile engineered sleeper for excellent
dimensional stability, Robbins Bio-Pads for shock absorbency and Posi-Anchor®
pins for greater stability and uniformity. Air-Channel star is a high performance,
anchored-resilient solution."
Synthetic Systems:
Chem Turf®
economical poured-in-place polyurethane sports flooring available in
3/16", 1/4", 3/8", or 1/2" thickness. No seams, wear surface is recoatable
for added durability and value. 100% domestically made, V.O.C. - compliant
elastomeric resin. Comes in a Gray, Red, Green, Gold, Tan and a variety
of custom colors. Ideal for multi-purpose applications.
Durathon®
combines natural rubber for resilience and tear resistance with synthetic
rubber for strength and long life. Solid color from top to bottom with
no multi-colored fibers, Durathon® can stand up to heavy traffic and
hard use, and still maintain its outstanding resilience and uniform appearance
year after year. Surface textures include field house embossing for multi-purpose
use, and track embossing for running tracks. Won't fade, crack, peel or
wear unevenly, and requires no coatings.
Pulastic®
A resilient floor system comprised of a pre-fabricated rubber underlayment
topped with self-leveling polyurethane. Features and roller-applied resurfaceable
topcoat for easy maintenance and durability. An ideal multi-purpose room
surface, Pulastic can withstand extreme abuse and still maintain proper
traction, ball bounce, shock and sound absorption qualities. Available
in spike resistant and DIN-approved formulations.
Combination System:
Maple / Synthetic Combination Floor System
With Robbins, you can combine our synthetic systems with an engineered
subfloor design to create unmatched performance characteristics. Many of
Robbins synthetic surfaces are suitable for use over a subfloor with resilient
rubber pads to create a combination point elastic/area flooring system
for ultimate comfort, safety and performance. Performance and resilience
can be "tuned" to the application required.
USES, APPLICATIONS
Our complete line of both maple and synthetic sports flooring is extraordinary
in range, to accommodate every budget and application. From schools and
colleges, to aerobics studios, churches and fitness centers, from the YMCA
to the NBA, Robbins has the right floor for everyone.
ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION
Installation of Robbins permanent sports floors must be performed by
a factory-trained installer. The Robbins network of certified installing
contractors spans the globe. Robbins portable basketball, aerobics and
dance floors are sold direct to the owner, with first-time set up and dismantling
supervision available as required.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
The complete line of Robbins Sports Surfaces is supported by the industry's
most experienced Technical Services Department. Detailed technical drawings
are also available. Questions about installation, maintenance or technical
issues for any Robbins product should be directed to the Tech Services
Department, 513-871-8988.
CODES, CERTIFICATION
As charter member of the Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association (MFMA),
Robbins is in strict adherence to the maple grading standards set by this
organization. Robbins also features floors that have been tested using
third-party DIN Standards -- a comprehensive international testing standard
that categorizes and classifies product suitability for sports surface
applications. All Robbins DIN Testing has been tested by the Otto Graf
Institute of Stuttgart, Germany. In addition, Robbins products have been
designed, developed and evaluated using other third-party testing and engineering
resources to test floor performance in laboratory and field settings.
For additional information and pricing, call or write Robbins Sports
Surfaces, a division of Robbins, Inc., 4777 Eastern Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio
45226, 513-871-8988, FAX-513-871-7998, 800-543-1913.
|