1. Product Name
PlayBound™ Poured-in-Place Playground Surfacing
2. Manufacturer
Surface America, Inc.
PO Box 157
Williamsville, NY 14231
(800) 999-0555
(716) 632-8413
Fax: (716) 632-8324
E-mail:
http://www.surfaceamerica.com
3. Product Description
BASIC USE
PlayBound™ Poured-in-Place Playground Surfacing is designed for playgrounds.
COMPOSITION & MATERIALS
PlayBound™ Poured-in-Place surfacing is a 2-layer system consisting of a basemat of 100% post-consumer recycled SBR (styrene butadiene rubber) and polyurethane and a top surface consisting of recycled post-industrial EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) rubber and polyurethane.
The type of playground equipment determines the required basemat thickness, and the basemat thickness may be different at various locations on the playground site. Depending on ASTM F1292 requirements for critical fall height 4’, 5’, 6’, 7’, 8’, 9’ or 10’ (1.2, 1.75, 1.8, 2.1, 2.4, 2.7, 3.1, or 3.6 m), select basemat thickness from optional thicknesses 1 1/4 ", 1 1/2", 2", 2 1/2", 3", 3 1/2", 4", or 5" (31.75, 38, 51, 64, 76, 89, 102, or 127 mm), respectively. Specify project requirements and coordinate with working drawings.
Typical design edge details include:
• Loose fill poured-in-place crushed stone (contained)
• Loose fill poured-in-place concrete
• Flush poured-in-place
• Overrun poured-in-place
• Saw Cut poured-in-place
BASEMAT THICKNESSES
1 1/4", 1 1/2", 2", 2 1/2", 3", 3 1/2", 4", 5" (31.75, 38, 51, 64, 76, 89, 102, 127 mm)
TOP SURFACE THICKNESS
Nominal 1/2" (12.7 mm), minimum 3/8" (9.5mm), maximum 5/8" (15.9 mm)
TOP SURFACE COLORS
- Standard Combination - 50% Terra Cotta Red / 50% Black
- Standard Combination - 50% Beige / 50% Black
- Standard Combination - 50% Hunter Green / 50% Black
- Standard Combination - 50% Royal Blue / 50% Black
- Terra Cotta Red
- Primary Red
- Orange (indoor only)
- Pink
- Gold
- Beige
- Yellow
- Bright Green
- Army Green
- Hunter Green
- Teal
- Sky Blue
- Royal Blue
- Purple
- Pearl
- Eggshell
- Brown
- Light Gray
- Dark Gray
- Black
- Custom color combinations and graphics
LIMITATIONS
The following chemicals may cause damage to the playground surface and should be avoided: disinfectants, concentrated chlorine bleach, gasoline, diesel fuel, hydraulic and lubricating oils, acids and organic solvents.
Though not commonly used in water play areas, pool surrounds and similar applications, dissolved minerals and other chemicals (hydrochlorides) may cause surface discoloration over time. This condition, should it occur, is not considered to be a product failure.
A yellowish shading of the top surface will be noticeable when using standard aromatic polyurethane binder to encapsulate some colors of EPDM granules. This is an industry wide design issue. An aliphatic binder, which does not produce this yellowish shading, is available at a somewhat higher cost. The
specifier should seriously consider its use, especially with the following surface colors: blue, light gray, purple and pearl. Consult manufacturer for more information.
4. Technical Data
APPLICABLE STANDARDS
ASTM International
• ASTM D412 Standard Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Rubbers and Thermoplastic Elastomers- Tension
• ASTM D624 Standard Test Method for Tear Strength of Conventional Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers
• ASTM D2047 Standard Test Method for Static Coefficient of Friction of Polish- Coated Floor Surfaces as Measured by the James Machine
• ASTM D2859 Standard Test Method for Flammability of Finished Textile Floor Covering Materials
• ASTM E303 Standard Test Method for Measuring Surface Frictional Properties Using the British Pendulum Tester
• ASTM F1292 Standard Specification for Impact Attenuation of Surface Systems Under and Around Playground Equipment
• ASTM F1951 Standard Specification for Determination of Accessibility of Surface Systems Under and Around Playground Equipment
APPROVALS
PlayBound Poured-in-Place Playground Surfacing is certified by the International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association (IPEMA). Contact manufacturer for information on approvals by major owners, agencies and other industry entities.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
This system makes extensive use of recycled tire rubber as a major component.
PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
• Shock attenuation (ASTM F1292) Gmax - Less than 200
• Head injury criteria - Less than 1000
• Tensile strength (ASTM D412) - 60 psi (413 kPa)
• Tear resistance (ASTM D624) - 140%
• Water permeability - 0.4 gal/yd2/second
• Dry static coefficient of friction (ASTM D2047) - 1.0
• Wet static coefficient of friction (ASTM D2047) - 0.9
• Dry skid resistance (ASTM E303) - 89
• Wet skid resistance (ASTM E303) - 57 Required mix proportions by weight:
• Basemat - 14% polyurethane, 86% rubber
• Top course - 18% polyurethane, 82% rubber
Test reports and additional product information are available upon request.
FIRE PERFORMANCE
Flammability (ASTM D2859) - Pass
5. Installation
PREPARATORY WORK
Store materials protected from exposure to harmful environmental conditions and at a minimum temperature of 40 degrees F (4 degrees C) and a maximum temperature of 90 degrees F (32 degrees C).
Install surfacing system when minimum ambient temperature is 40 degrees F (1 degree C) and maximum ambient temperature is 90 degrees F (32 degrees C).
METHODS
Do not proceed with playground surfacing installation until all applicable site work, including substrate preparation, fencing, playground equipment installation and other relevant work, has been completed.
Verify that substrate conditions are suitable for installation of the playground surfacing system and do not proceed with installation until unsuitable conditions are corrected.
Surface Preparation
Using a brush or short nap roller, apply primer to the substrate perimeter and any adjacent vertical barriers such as playground equipment support legs, curbs or slabs that will contact the surfacing system at the rate of 300 ft2/gal (7.5 m2/L).
Basemat Installation
Using screeds and hand trowels, install the basemat at a consistent density of 29 pounds,
10 ounces per cubic foot (475 kg/m3) to the specified thickness.
Allow basemat to cure for sufficient time so that indentations are not left in the basemat from applicator foot traffic or equipment. Do not allow foot traffic or use of the basemat surface until it is sufficiently cured.
Primer Application
Using a brush or short nap roller, apply primer to the basemat perimeter and any adjacent vertical barriers such as playground equipment support legs, curbs or slabs that will contact the surfacing system at the rate of 300 ft2/gal (7.5 m2/L).
Top Course Installation
Using a hand trowel, install basemat at a consistent density of 58 pounds, 9 ounces per cubic foot (938 kg/m3) to a nominal thickness of 1/2" (12.7 mm).
Allow top course to cure for a minimum of 48 hours. At the end of the minimum curing period, verify that the top course is sufficiently dry and firm to allow foot traffic and use without damage to the surface. Do not allow foot traffic or use of the surface until it is sufficiently cured.
Complete installation recommendations are available from the manufacturer.
PRECAUTIONS
Protect the installed playground surface from damage resulting from subsequent construction activity on the site.
BUILDING CODES
Current data on product compliance may be obtained from the manufacturer’s technical support specialists.
6. Availability & Cost
AVAILABILITY
PlayBound Poured-in-Place Surfacing System is available through Surface America, Inc. Contact Surface America, Inc., for more information.
COST
Budget installed cost information may be obtained from Surface America, Inc.
7. Warranty
The standard warranty period is 5 years from date of completion of work (though not recommended in water play areas, pool surrounds or similar applications, when installed, the warranty is 2 years). Contact Surface America, Inc., for more information on warranty terms.
8. Maintenance
Hose off entire playground surface to remove food, drink, sand, dirt and loose debris. A pressure washer may be used, but do not exceed 1500 psi (10 MPa) pressure or place nozzle closer than 12" (305 mm) to surface. While surface is still damp, apply a mild household or commercial cleaner to a small area using a sprayer. Scrub using a medium bristle brush. Repeat as necessary on heavily stained areas. Once entire surface has been cleaned, rinse using a garden hose with spray nozzle attachment. Complete maintenance recommendations are available from the manufacturer.
9. Technical Services
Surface America, Inc., works closely with the contractor to ensure the site is prepared and the installation is on schedule. For technical assistance, contact Surface America, Inc.
10. Filing System
Additional product information is available from Surface America, Inc., upon request.
