This report describes the development of a concept for stabilizing engineered wood fiber (EWF) to improve wheelchair and walker accessibility for outdoor recreational trails where traditional...
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Stabilized Engineered Wood Fiber for Accessible Trails
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Stabilized Engineered Wood Fiber for Accessible Playground Surfaces
Winandy Abstract Playground surfaces of sand, pea gravel, and engineered wood fiber (EWF) provide some level of impact protection for children....
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Background
Some engineered wood fiber (EWF) and chipped wood surfaces on playgrounds are difficult for those who use mobility aids, such as wheelchairs and walkers, because the surfaces are soft and...
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3. Review the Research Findings About Accessibility Issues for Play Surfaces
Five categories of surfaces were studied: poured in place rubber (PIP), rubber tiles (TIL), engineered wood fiber (EWF), shredded rubber (SHR) and hybrid (HYB) systems....
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6. Recognize that Proper Installation of Play Surface Systems is Key
On the other end of the spectrum, engineered wood fiber (EWF) is most frequently installed by park maintenance crews and perceived as relatively easy compared to other surface materials....
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7. Commit to Ongoing Maintenance of Accessible Playground Surfaces as a Responsibility of Ownership
Engineered Wood Fiber (EWF) EWF sites were recorded in need of maintenance most frequently and earliest in the NCA study....
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Acceptable SEWF Systems
This is critical in reducing the biodeterioration potential of the wood fiber and in maintaining the cushioning behavior of EWF during subfreezing temperatures....
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Playground Study Site
The majority of the clean sand was used to replenish the adjacent beach at the park and the remainder was piled in a wooded site nearby....
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Costs and Personnel Time for EWF Installation
No costs were incurred for edging since treated wood edging was already installed....
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Preliminary Guidelines for Vitri-Turf SEWF Installation
Check the mixer at the end of each mix to ensure that binder and fine wood particles are not accumulating on the paddles or drum....
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III. Results of the Study
III. Results of the Study Approximately 35 playground sites were recruited for participation during the evaluation period from October 2008 through May 2011. Data collection...
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Engineered Wood Fiber
Engineered Wood Fiber There were six sites surfaced entirely with engineered wood fiber (EWF). ...
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Improved Engineered Wood Fiber (EWF) Surfaces for Accessible Playgrounds Field Performance Testing: Final Report II
Improved Engineered Wood Fiber (EWF) Surfaces for Accessible Playgrounds Field Performance Testing: Final Report II Field Performance Testing March, 2002 – January, 2003 USDA...
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Test Procedures
These samples provide data on wood fiber moisture content and density after 6-months of field exposure....
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Accessibility
We could visually observe the silicone-coated wood elements in the silicone systems coming apart in the first month of the test....
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Conclusions
Conclusions Impact Attenuation 1. All the surfaces pass the existing specifications for impact attenuation of playground surfaces. 2. The polyurethanes exhibited higher G...
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Better Recreation Surfaces
Better recreation surfaces for playgrounds and trails. Best playground surface. Best trail surface. Nature playgrounds. Nature trails.
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Recmat® System 71 by Zeager
RecMats® have interlocking edges for secure but surprisingly simple installation. RecMats® are installed directly on top of 100% recycled foam sheets called RecBase®, which provides...
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UltraPlay Engineered Wood Fiber Surface
Manufactured from engineered, non-toxic, crushed wood fiber Is a good solution for playgrounds erected on dirt or grass Once settled, forms a "knitted" or compacted layer that will support...
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UltraPlay Getting Started Installation Video
Learn how to get started and prepare for the installation of your UltraPlay playground structure with this first of several installation videos.
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WoodCarpet Ground Surface System: WoodCarpet Mat Installation Video
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WoodCarpet System 11 by Zeager
Want an even better WoodCarpet® system that already features tremendous fall protection? Simply combine our WoodCarpet® with our DuraDrain® Base panels with milled drainage channels...