Football Bleachers - Deck and Riser Systems
Oct 17, 2014 12:37:00 PM
The main components of the bleacher system are made up of the decking, the flooring of the bleachers and the risers, or the seating portion of the bleachers. When it comes to choosing your decking and rising system, Toadvine provides a variety of choices. Here are the three options:
Basic – When your budget demands that code compliance and lowest price are the best options, basic decking is the solution. This system can be installed as fully closed or semi-closed. The semi-closed option does not allow for effective water control, but does help eliminate trash that falls to the ground underneath your bleacher.
Interlocking – With interlocking decking, stadiums can be configured with maximum flexibility. The interlocking planks can be designed to accommodate any specifications, including angled seating, risers with varying tread depths and riser heights, custom stair structures, and large walkways or platforms.
Premium Welded Decking – A factory-controlled robotic process produces consistent welding that connects individual aluminum extrusions into a one-piece tread panel. Because of its premium design and quality, this decking ensures maximum water control, strength and durability while keeping maintenance costs to a minimum. The premium designed decking system is the only one that addresses rainwater runoff and collection. Constructed with a double lock design, this premium system provides easy maintenance.
Known for its quality and versatile construction, this system is used in the NFL, MLB, MLS and D1 College Football stadiums across the country.
Key features of this system are:
- low cost
- slip resistant
- quick installation
- easy maintenance
- durability
- great for water control
For more information on how Toadvine Enterprises can help you plan your bleacher system, click here to request a quote or to learn more about Decking and Riser Systems.
Topics: football bleachers, Deck and Risers
Football Bleacher Finishes
Oct 9, 2014 9:52:00 AM
After completing a stadium system, any of the aluminum and steel components including rails, fences, benches, risers, and treads, can be finished with a variety of coatings and technologies, or they can be left unfinished.
There are several finishing options available and Toadvine Enterprises can help you select which type of finish or coating is best for your stadium project and your budget.
Steel Finishing
Steel finishing is often used in stadiums for support structures, fencing, or railings. Galvanizing is also done to enhance the look and durability of the steel when it makes sense. Chain link fencing can also be enhanced through vinyl coating.
Aluminum Finishing
Aluminum coating is a cost-effective way to finish off a walkway. Traction finishes can also be added to make tread extrusions more slip-resistant. Anodized aluminum can help protect other surfaces from temporary stains, while painted aluminum brings a more high-impact colorful addition to risers, backrests, fences, and rails.
For more information on how Toadvine can help meet your facility's needs, fill out our Bleacher Quote form and a member of our team will contact you with a free quote.
Topics: football bleachers, Bleacher Finishes
You Can't Beat Fall When It Comes to Sports
Oct 3, 2014 5:46:00 PM
There are a lot of reasons to love fall. Leaves falling, temps cooling, the pace of summer calming down. But let's face it, the real reason to love fall is because fall is the best season for sports. Your kids are playing soccer, volleyball and football on the weekends, or finishing up fall baseball. High school golfers are getting ready for regional and state tourneys. Friday night lights are on and the whole world is watching College Football on Saturdays. Now we're even watching the NFL on Thursdays along with Sundays and Mondays.
Fall is also great because of the overlap of sports like baseball, soccer, volleyball, basketball and football. Before we head into winter we get to see the Ryder Cup (bummer we lost again) the World Series, the kickoff of NCAA and NBA basketball, and which college and pro football teams are poised for a Superbowl or National Championship. That is a lot to like about fall and sports.
The fall sports season keeps us busy at Toadvine Enterprises because we're in the heart of the sports industry. We're located in a sports town, Louisville, and a sports state, Kentucky. We love our sports in this area. We've been at the heart of the sporting good industry for over 30 years. If you follow along with our blog or Facebook page, you know we provide a lot of athletic equipment. Whether it's volleyball equipment, field hockey equipment, or football gear we've got you covered. And if you've attended high school or college games in Kentucky, Tennessee, Indiana or Ohio you most likely have looked up at a scoreboard from Toadvine or sat in a stadium chair or bleacher sold and installed by Toadvine Enterprises.
Although fall is when most of the action is happening, it's also a time to begin thinking about athletic equipment, scoreboard or stadium needs for the upcoming year. We know most athletic directors have a budgeting and requisition process, but we'd love for you to know that our inside and outside sales team is ready to answer your questions and give you the specifications and budgeting information you need.
It's never too early to start planning ahead for the next year, the next season, or the next sport.
Oh, and we can help with those last minute winter sports needs as well.
So reach out today for a quote. We're here to serve.
Others have come and gone, but we've been here for the long haul. That's the cool thing about a multigenerational business like Toadvine Enterprises.
Topics: Fall Sports
Fully Functioning Locker Rooms and Weight Rooms
Sep 26, 2014 5:01:00 PM
With that crisp fall air comes the season for some hard hitting on t
he gridiron and a little stiff competition for high school football teams hoping to score big. If you want your team to stack up to the competition, having a well-equipped facility is something your school or organization will need to tackle.
Don't let your players get pummeled on the field. Condition and strengthen them with the proper equipment that will give them the edge they need to succeed on the field. At Toadvine, we can supply a complete line of fitness, conditioning and strength equipment that targets the following:
- Speed
- Agility
- Core Strength and Stability
- Weight Lifting
- Flexibility and Conditioning
- Rehabilitation
- Testing
- Training and Monitoring
We offer a comprehensive list of equipment from PowerMax that can supply the needs of your football, baseball, basketball team or any other weight training needs your sporting organization may have. We are your one-stop supplier of athletic equipment. We can even supply a place to store your gear after a full day's workout on the turf and in the weight training room.
No need to drag those bulky pads and cumbersome helmets home from place to place. Let Toadvine supply your school or organization with a fully-equipped, quality locker room to stash away that sweaty equipment and keep it intact until your next battle in the backfield. Because we believe in quality products off the field as well, List Industries serves as our provider of all locker room equipment. We can provide the following options for your team players:
- production lockers
- stock lockers
- cubbies
- cabinets
- plastic lockers
- wood lockers
- portable gates
- much more
Don't fumble around another season without the proper equipment. Give your players the training, conditioning and space they need to hit it hard this year and come out of the huddle with no extra penalties. If your sports team, school or orgainzation is considering incorporating weight training equipment or a locker room to your facility, click here to discuss your needs with one of our sales representative or to get a quote on your next sporting equipment project. Toadvine is available to solve all of your athletic equipment needs.
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Topics: athletic locker rooms, fully functioning weight rooms and locker rooms, school weight rooms
Let Us Quote Your Next Project
Sep 17, 2014 1:49:00 PM
Successful sports programs require a lot more these days than a hoop and a ball. There is gear like goggles and shin guards, knee pads and helmets. Then you have to consider your facility. What do you need to fully equip your facility for your upcoming sport? Do you need wall padding or floor covers? Do your bleachers need safety rails? The list can be massive, but that's what we are here for.
Toadvine is experienced in putting together a complete list of sporting equipment to jump start or complete your sports program or begin your new facility. The process is really quite simple. If you have a project or a facility you would like start, click here to fill out a form that will give us a better idea of what your objectives are. It's basic information that will only take a couple of minutes to type in. Next, we ask you to check some boxes to narrow down the type of equipment you are interested in for outdoor and indoor purposes. Then just give us a brief description of your project and what you hope to accomplish.
The best part about this online quote request system is that once you fill out the form, a member of our team will actually contact you within 24 hours to discuss your specific needs. You won't get an automated email in return that doesn't allow you to clarify or add anything to the list. Our service reps specialize in meeting the needs of clients personally.
Whether you need information about soccer, track and field, or creating a new locker room, Toadvine has got you covered and you can work through the details with us personally. No automated recording or generic emails to sift through. We strive to meet the unique needs of our customers and serve them promptly. So, fill out the form and let's get started. We are here to help.
Topics: sports equipment quote, online quote, request an online quote
Ace Your Volleyball Season With Proper Equipment
Sep 12, 2014 10:17:00 AM
A simple game of volleyball really involves only four pieces of equipment; a net, two poles and a ball.
If you hope to start up a basic game of volleyball, you don't have much to add to your equipment list. But if you're playing volleyball on a more competitive level, there is additional gear and safety equipment that can help make your match more enjoyable and safe. Here are some basic equipment recommendations based on what type of league you hope to establish.
Volleyball Equipment for Recreation or League Play
If your league is just for fun, your equipment needs will be much less extensive. If your players intend to compete at a more professional level, there is more specific equipment needed in order to make the wins and losses valid. Here are some basic equipment recommendations if you are planning to organize a recreational league.
- Knee Pads
- Net
- Volleyball
- Poles and anchoring system
- Ankle Braces
- Water Bottles
- Volleyball Traveling Duffle Bag
- Athletic Tape
- Pre-Wrap
- Rule Book
- Whistle
- Scoreboard
- Coaches Clipboard
- Linesman Flags
- Floor Tape
- Volleyball Air Pump
- Boundary Markers
Indoor/Outdoor
The basic equipment for these types of leagues doesn't vary much, but there are some specifics about each type of game that do vary. If you plan to play or organize an outdoor league, what type of court will you play on? Keep in mind the anchoring system necessary to hold the netting in place at your various outdoor locations. You may need to add additional roping and ground spikes to keep the net securely in place, in addition to the basic volleyball equipment needs necessary (listed above) for a successful indoor/outdoor league.
No matter which type of volleyball team you need to organize, Toadvine can outfit players and stock your court from start to finish. We provide all of your sporting equipment needs. Click here to contact one of our sales representatives who will take inventory of your volleyball equipment and help you order anything that is necessary to spike your sports team performance.
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Topics: volleyball equipment, recreational volleyball, ordering volleyball equipment
Start This Football Season With Bleacher Inspection
Sep 5, 2014 10:29:00 AM
Robinson High School in Tampa, Florida will not play its first football home game at home later this month. Due to some corroding screws and other issues recently uncovered with the football bleachers on their home field, Robinson's first home game has been moved, with plans to return to their home field still uncertain.
After an inspector at the school recently found corroding screws and some other issues of concern, it was determined that games would not be played at home until they were inspected and deemed safe for spectators.
"At this point, we have shut it down. We are not going to allow anybody into the bleachers until we know that they are solid and safe," said Stephen Hegarty with Hillsborough County Public Schools.
This major safety concern has parents worried and wondering how bleachers could get in this condition. The bi-annual inspections have apparently not been frequent or thorough enough to keep school bleachers safe. Luckily for this school, the issues were uncovered before any accidents occurred. Other schools and facilities have not been so fortunate.
In 1999, one study showed that an estimated 22,000 bleacher-associated injuries were treated in the ER. Approximately 6,000 of these injuries were a result of the person falling from or through the bleachers and onto the surface below. Of those falls, about 5,000 involved children under the age of 15.
Bleacher hazards can occur due to older design problems, incorrect manufacturing or installation, or lack of routine maintenance. Routine maintenance is important to help pinpoint any structural damage or hazards that may compromise the integrity of the bleachers and threaten public safety. All hazards and deficiencies need to be corrected immediately and in some cases, bleachers may need to be rendered inoperable or taken out of use until they are repaired and deemed safe.
Toadvine Enterprises has a maintenance and safety inspection program that provides service to all indoor and outdoor seating and equipment. Vine and Branch is our fully staffed maintenance program which provides a certified service technician who performs annually-required maintenance inspections on all equipment and seating to ensure the safety of your facility. Technicians provide service in these areas:
- Visual inspections of your facility and/or designated equipment
- A full listing of defective equipment or upgrade requirements
- A written report of the inspection noting any safety or standard violations and recommendations for corrective action
Contact Ben Toadvine: ben@toadvine.com or Matt Roberts: mroberts@toadvine.com to schedule your next bleacher inspection so that your football fans can cheer on their home team with the confidence that their bleachers are safe and secure.
Topics: bleacher inspections, Bleacher maintenance, football bleachers
Athletic Director's Survival Guide
Aug 28, 2014 7:48:00 PM
As the new academic year swings into action, many student athletes will begin swinging bats and field hockey sticks, shooting basketballs and spiking the volleyball net. It is important as to be compliant as a school and an organization with state standards and regulations to ensure the safety and well-being of your students, school personnel and your loyal fans.
As an Athletic Director, you are responsible for overseeing and monitoring safety and compliance through regular inspections and proper upkeep, routine maintenance and keeping an awareness of changing regulations. By downloading our content offer, the Athletic Director's Survival Guide, you will receive key information to help you stay on top of legal and safety aspects of maintaining your facility, along with useful tips on extending the life of your school equipment, so that you can enjoy a maximum return on your investment.
At Toadvine Enterprises, we not only provide you with quality athletic seating and equipment options, we also care about safety. For more information on maintaining safety in your school equipment, check out our Vine and Branch program.
Topics: bleacher inspections, Bleacher maintenance, Athletic Directors
Enhancing the Educational Experience With Proper PE Equipment
Aug 22, 2014 12:57:00 PM
If Physical Education at your school consists of a whistle and 40 minutes of free time, you could be depriving young children of reaching critical developmental milestones and the opportunity to excel academically.
Researchers with Project SPARK (Sports, Play and Active Recreation for Kids) experimented with equipment items of varying sizes, shapes, weights and textures to determine if they could foster greater inclusion, activity, and enjoyment during school PE classes in the students. Equipment in each school's physical education program was found to be a critical component of a quality physical education, not only because recreational supplies needed to be provided in sufficient quantities for students to participate, but also because the PE equipment was helpful in differentiating instruction, increasing the levels of student participation and their enjoyment of PE. Adequate and diverse recreational supplies and equipment for PE classes were also proven to build self-confidence.
The study also revealed the benefits of having age-appropriate equipment and its effect on several other non-health related outcomes such as:
- teamwork - culture building and collaboration
- retention - when students enjoy PE more they participate at higher levels and want to be in school
- academic achievement - SPARK research also shows that students spending more time in SPARK PE and less time in the classroom will do as well or better with standardized test scores.
Is your school prepared with a variety of age-appropriate, visually appealing PE equipment that will keep your school-age kids stimulated and engaged? If you need some ideas to get started, click here. If it's time to bump up or begin your school's PE supply closet, we will be happy to help your school develop a supply of equipment for any size budget.
Topics: Athletic Equipment, Fall sports in Kentucky, equipment ordering
Prevent Field Hockey Injuries With Proper Gear
Jul 30, 2014 2:48:00 PM
One of the oldest sports in existence, interest in field hockey has grown dramatically in North America. From young girls to collegiate women, this sport has become increasingly faster-paced and more physical over the years. As competition heats up and competitive natures kick in, the severity of on-the-field injuries has also increased.
Recently ranked as one of the top five dangerous sports for girls, children and teens nationwide are finding themselves in emergency rooms due to sports-related injuries and accidents encountered while playing field hockey. The most common diagnosis from ER trips is Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), which is caused by bumps, blows, or jolts to the head and can disrupt normal functioning of the brain.
While team sports can provide a multitude of emotional, social, and physical benefits for kids and young adults, it is crucial to provide these athletes with the proper protective gear to avoid brain trauma and other serious injury. If your child plans to participate in field hockey this season, do you know what gear is needed to adequately protect her from unnecessary injury? Here are some basic safety precautions and equipment you need to start off your season with the goal of protecting your child from injury.
Gear Needed to Protect Your Child From Field Hockey Injury
- Shin Guards
- Goggles
- Gloves
- Mouthguards
Goalie Equipment Needed to Protect From Field Hockey Injury
In addition to the list of protective gear above, goalies will need to suit up with some additional equipment, as they remain in the line of fire with multiple players and the ball the majority of the time. Here are some extra things you don't want to skip out on purchasing if your child is a goalie.
- Helmet with a cage to protect the face
- Extra padding
- Leg pads (not larger than 12 inches wide)
- Hand and arm pads (not larger than 14 inches long or 9 inches wide)
Studies have shown that female field hockey players have a 62% risk of sustaining three or more injuries. Those injuries range from chronic lower-back pain to stress fractures and head and face injuries (90%). These injuries happen more than 60% of the time in practice, yet only one out of three parents reports taking the same safety precautions at practice as they do on game-day. In order to more fully prepare your child for safety in sports and prevent injury, be sure your player is wearing the proper protective gear, especially during practice.
If your school is in need of a complete list of proper field hockey equipment for this upcoming season, click here and a member of our team will be glad to give you a quote and help supply all of your sporting needs.
Topics: sports equipment, field hockey injuries, field hockey equipment
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