Spring Playground Inspections

Yes, I realize it is only Feb 15 and much of the East Coast is under a massive winter snow storm, and the Midwest, Upper Midwest, South East, Plain States, Texas and even the Western States are experiencing the worst winter in 20 years. However, the weather guys are claiming that by mid March temperatures will be above normal, which will draw the masses out from their winter hibernation mode to finally enjoy some sunshine and fresh air... Believe me, I am more than ready.

Let's head for the Parks and Playgrounds.

Playgrounds have taken a beating this past winter. Extreme cold, freeze / thaw, rain, snow and salt residue in the air can affect the playground equipment and safety of your playsets and playgrounds. Avoid unnecessary litigation from injury...NOW is the time to grab a pad of paper, pen, pencil or crayon and visit all your playgrounds for a full condition assessment.

Whether it is a "Top to Bottom" or a "Bottom to Top" inspection, everything item on every playground needs to be inspected with damaged noted. Then a plan needs to be crafted to address and repair the damage. Inspect Surfacing, Borders, Swing Seats, Swing Hardware, and Slides, and Ladders. Pay close attention to rusting bolts, cracked plastic (due to extreme cold) and  of course the vandalized swing  seats. A good source is the Revised CPSC Publication 325, it is full of good  recommendations.

In talking to several Playground Maintenance guys, they use their smart phones taking  pictures of the entire site then focusing in on what needs to be repaired on that site. They know each site in the pictorial sequence starts with a an site image then on each items to be replaced. Smart phones can really help with creating a comprehensive reports for their Supervisors, and it makes sourcing replacement part that much easier. Just send the picture to your supplier and let them match it up.

Happy Inspection

Tom

Discount Playground Supply

Talk to Us

In this age of electronic devices which make emails, text messages and online purchases easier, we seem to be getting away from the basic communication of talking to each other. While we embrace these changes, Discount Playground Supply has started a new theme of "Talk to Us" . We are here to answer your questions on what product is right for you, shipping options, and to help you source a special product in case it is not on our website. 

We started encouraging our customers to talk to us last year and made many great friends and had a lot of fun doing it. So pick up the phone and call 888.760.2499 and Talk to US.   

Six Words You Should Say Today

Rarely do I re-post anything, but this article written by Rachel Macy Stafford, found on The Huffington Post is exceptional.. Parents, teachers, instructors and anyone who works with children should read " Six words you should say today"

Here is the link : http://www.huffingtonpost.com/rachel-macy-stafford/six-words-you-should-say-today_b_3863643.html


-Tom

Discount Playground Supply

Press Release:

http://www.discountplaygroundsupply.com/Poured-in-Place-Surfacing-Repair-Kit-s/1843.htm

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Discount Playground Supply Announces Fast Patch Color Addition

Cleveland, Ohio –August 14, 2013 - Discount Playground Supply Inc announced today it is expanding the Fast Patch product line to include a blue and green color combination.  Fast Patch Poured-in-Place Surfacing Repair Kits are rapidly becoming the “go to” repair product for many schools, parks, municipalities and child care facilities because it saves them money. No longer do they need to hire an outside contractor.

The blend of Caribbean Blue and Forrest Green rubber is truly great color combination. “It reminds me of the some colors in the ocean.” states Debbie Siebert President of Discount Playground Supply.

 Poured in place playground surfacing and many running tracks are a seamless rubber surface consisting of a special type of crumb rubber and moisture cured urethane binder. These types of surfaces are known for their low maintenance, accessibility and longevity, but unfortunately they get damaged, shrink and are expensive to repair when an outside contractor is called.

"There is no sense spending thousands of dollars repairing damaged areas when Fast Patch is so easy to use" explains Mrs. Siebert, “Our customers love these repair kits because of the convenience, simplicity and they just work so well”

Discount Playground Supply is quickly becoming an industry leader in supplying playground parts and accessories to municipalities, parks, schools, and child care facilities. Many items can be purchased online or customers can speak to a Playground Specialist by calling the toll free number 888.760.2499

About Discount PlaygroundSupply: Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio the company is committed to supplying quality products to the recreation markets

 Press Contact and sales inquiries:

Mike Baker,

National Sales

(888) 760-2499 toll free

(813)343-0135 direct

mike@discountplaygroundsupply.com

The Value of Swing Mats

Free Swing Mats??

Just got another order from an existing customer purchasing more swing mats for their playgrounds. She made a comment that since they have been using swing mats, their daily labor cost for maintenance has greatly reduced. Many sites with wood safety surfacing should be raked out daily in order to keep them compliant with the ADA Guidelines. The swing mats have almost eliminated "kick out" which reduced time spent on  maintenance she explained...Cool . As I thought about this, I realized there certainly will come a point where the reduction in labor costs will actually pay for the swing mats. Hummmm does that mean free swing mats??? Well maybe.. Check out our swing mat selection at Discount Playground Supply  and don't forget to look at our nearly world famous Fast Patch playground repair kits..

New Logo

It took a while but we finally settled on a new and exciting logo for the company and are just about complete on the design for the web site. Looks terrific... check it out at discountplaygroundsupply.com

Update

We've been working hard redesigning our web site for better look, feel, navigation and of course many more products to bring. Check out our "work in progress" www.discountplaygroundsupply.com