The principle of a synthetic ice rink relies on a solid assembly of panels made from a compacted, high-density synthetic composite called HDPE. Derived from hydrocarbons, HDPE involves no environmental risk as it is 100 % recyclable.
As they do not consume energy, synthetic ice rinks represent a green, economical alternative to standard ice rinks, while providing similar glide quality.
Assembled and dismantled in record time (between 5 and 12 hours, depending on surface area), they can be installed anywhere, indoors or outdoors, provided that you have perfectly flat ground or support and no significant difference in elevation.
Environmental benefits
- Neutral materials (non-toxic: they contain neither hydrochloric acid nor hydrocyanic acid)
- 100% recyclable surface
- No CO2 emissions
- No pollution emissions caused by the evaporation of coolants
- No toxic fumes discharged in the event of a fire
- Manufactured in Europe (limited energy costs associated with transport)
- No noise pollution associated with cooling units
- Surface cleaned with non-corrosive chemicals
- No insulated facilities
Economic benefits
- Minimal operating costs
- Surface usable all year round
- No energy or fluid consumption
- No cooling unit or surfacing machine
- No specialist personnel required
- No heavy structures
- No interruptions for surfacing or bad weather
- Panels interchangeable, reversible and replaceable so as to optimise your ice rink
Practical benefits
- Does not require specialist installation or planning permission
- Simple to assemble and dismantle
- Surface always usable whatever the weather conditions
- No more problems with thawing or even snow removal
- Surface at low risk of damage: salt, sand, fallen leaves, dust etc.
- Easily adjustable and movable (assembled or dismantled in 24 hrs for areas of less than 400 m²)
- Less packaging and storage
Benefits for sports and entertainment
- Glide sensations similar to real ice, but with more secure support for children (potential falls less painful)
- A surface to suit every level: beginners feel more secure, “experts” can hone their physical fitness (surface more demanding on the muscles)
- A dry surface that does not soil
- A surface usable all year round, even in your swimming costume!
- A perfect surface for “events” or displays
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