Playground equipment Adventure Play (EN) by BOERplay

ROBINIA PLAY EQUIPMENT ADVENTURE PLAY

WELCOME TO BOERPLAY! TIMELINE

For well over 50 years we at BOERplay have specialised in equipping school playgrounds, public areas and recreational spaces with active playing fun. We offer an extensive range of modern playground and sports equipment, street furniture and flower boxes. All our products are durable, maintenance-friendly and vandal resistant.

BOERPLAY AND SUSTAINABILITY

We realise that as a company, we have a major impact on sustainability. We produce in-house and, when possible, obtain our raw materials and semi-finished products locally, with a positive impact on CO2 emissions. During design, the starting point is the Dutch sustainability norm (which succeeds that of the EU). We design with a quality that by definition guarantees a lifespan of at least 15 years. This is why we use high quality materials such as:

- FSC® certified wood (class 1)

- Stainless steel

- Galvanised and powder coated steel

- Aluminium

- Hercules rope

- Rebo plastics made of recycled household plastics

1961 BOER is founded

1962 The company opens its first factory in Nieuwendijk

1963 Opening of a second production facility

1967 Acquisition of the aluminium division of IHC Shipyard

Introduction of Classic Play

1972 Acquisition of AVI

1980 BOER is the first company in the world to apply recycled plastics.

Introduction of Jungle Play

2005 Introduction of Pioneer

2007 Current owners Arjan van Schaik and Chris Westerveld acquire the company

2009 Acquisition of Speelwijzer

2012 Introduction of Adventure Play

2014 Introduction of Basic Play

2015 Introduction of Basic Play Kids

2016 Acquisition of Urbania products

2017 Rebranding Urbania into BOERurban Acquisition of the landscaping company Visser Groen

2018 Introduction of OUR PLACE outdoor furniture, calisthenics and sports equipment

Introduction of Little Play

2019 Introduction of Figura Play

2020 Introduction of Adventure Play Explore

2021 Introduction of Basic Play ROCKS

2022 Introduction of miffy

Recommended age

The length, width and height of the equipment.

The maximum height of fall

The obstacle-free zone that is required.

DESIGNING ACCORDING TO THE 4 TYPES OF PLAY

For children, a playground is not only for playing, but also to socialise. In this space different rules apply than at home or school. Rules that largely stem from the children themselves. In order to encourage children to play their games, it is important that the playground is filled with challenges and stimulations. A good playground has play opportunities for every type of child. A place where they can sit or play quietly, where there is room for sports, climbing, playing hide-and-seek, talk and/or isolate themselves. There is enough room for games with clearly defined rules, and games in which children can fantasise and set their minds free. This is why BOERplay prefers to think in terms of the entire playground, rather than merely the equipment itself.

By providing space for different types of play, children learn how to handle conflicts, play together, be aware of each other and listen to one another. BOERplay categorises these as follows:

Energizer

Children in need of space; have a lot of energy and race around.

Relatively more boys in this category

Open spaces where everything is allowed and no rules apply; running, playing football, playing basketball, cycling or skating (depending on the available surface)

Structure seeker

Children seeking a lot of structure; they consciously search for a reason to play.

Relatively more girls in this category

Structured space designated for a specific play (play equipment such as seesaws, slides, etc.)

Children using materials lying around; they build their own environment.

Relatively more boys in this category

The natural boundaries of a playground (trees, hedges, bushes). Fiddling, picking, crushing, hiding, isolating themselves etc.

Children seeking shelter; they observe others before they join in or just sit and watch.

Relatively more girls in this category

Prefer both vertical and horizontal structures where they can shelter.

MATERIALS

BOERplay Adventure Play is made from the irregular shaped Robinia wood. The posts are 14-16 cm thick. Only the heartwood is being used. We make the slides and tubes of stainless steel and also finish off the devices with stainless steel parts. We secure connections with a locknut or safety cap.

We use 16 mm hercules rope with a steel core for our ropes and nets. We make our spring elements out of black powdercoated and hot-dip galvanised steel.

This way we can place the items directly in the ground. Wood is a natural product and we take that into account. We only use A-class materials.

ROBINIA

Robinia is a European hardwood. This type of wood comes from the acacia tree (Robinia Pseudoacacia). The wood has a natural resistance to both abiotic and biotic influences.

Wood types are classified into different resistance classes. Robinia is the only European wood species that is classified in resistance class 1. It is a good alternative to tropical hardwood. Robinia is therefore particularly suitable for outdoor applications such as play equipment. Robinia endures for a long time without any problems. The lifespan of Robinia has been determined on the basis of extensive research (Molnar 1988).

FSC® RESPONSIBLE FOREST MANAGEMENT

Sustainability and Social Responsibility go hand in hand within our company. That is why we believe in responsible forest management. FSC, the Forest Stewardship Council®, is an international organisation that promotes responsible forest management. We consider the use of FSC hardwood very important and are therefore also FSC certified.

The origin of FSC timber meets worldwide standards for sustainable forest management. The 10 FSC principles form the basis for these standards.

If forest owners adhere to the FSC standards, their forest can be certified. Independent auditors ensure compliance with the rules.

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN RBPE AND PSTE

In our programme you will discover two types of product numbers: RBPE and PSTE.

RBPE references are not constructed, partly not pre-drilled and the foundation needs a lot of concrete.

PSTE references are more complex items that are already partially built and pre-drilled, such as play equipment and moving parts. As an exception, PSTE items could also be delivered as RBPE items. Please contact us for more information.

Balancing

Stepping Trunk

Also available in other sizes.

Path of stilts

Also avaible with more stilts

Leap Frog post

Walking stock

RBPE000.014

Wobbly bridge

Balance beam Solo

Balance beam Trio

Balance beam

Climbing Equipment

Age 4 - 12

7,2 x 5,4 x 3,0 m

2,4 m

10,6 x 8,6 m

See-Sawing and Turning

Double Swing XL

Duo Rope Swing

Sand- & Waterplay

Water combination

Also available with foundation

Fantasy & Roleplay

Climbing

Climbing Octagon

Climbing Pyramid Net

Climbing Equipment

RBPE000.019

Pyramid Net

Age 2 - 12

Climbing Equipment

PSTE105.001

Age 2 - 12

Monkey Bar

PSTE105.032

Age 4 - 12

Age 4 - 12

Springer Playship

Relaxing

Playground surfaces

Falling is part of the game. Naturally, to prevent is better than to cure. In case one falls anyway, it is important that the surface prevents unnecessary injuries. Safety surfaces beneath Playground equipment must comply with EN 1177 regulations.

Fall height Grass** Solid surfaces (concrete, tarmac, hard clay etc.)

Custom Products

Is your desired combination not (yet) included in this brochure? Does the equipment not fit in the available safety area? Or are you inspired by this brochure, but have your own ideas that you would like to see implemented?

Rubber cast floor

BOERplay (playground) equipment is designed in such a way that a grass area often suffices. In addition, there are many other safety surfaces one could use as impact absorbing ground material. Please find below an overview of possible absorbing ground materials.

EPDM tiles Artificial turf Bonded rubber mulch

EPDM mulch

Sand*** Wood chips / Decowood***

Tree bark snippets***

* In the event of forced movement, a hard surface is excluded and absorbent materials are required for drop heights equal to or greater than 1.0 m. Spring sets cannot be installed on hard (paved) surfaces.

** Provided the surface is free of gravel and rubble.

*** Provided a sufficiently equal grain size