We’re almost 2/3rds of the way through 2021, and the material shortages, delays, and price increases that have plagued our industry since early 2020 still haven’t subsided. The challenges we and others in the construction industry are facing don’t show any signs of slowing down. So, what exactly is going on in construction? We’re breaking […]
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Picture this: you’re at the gym. You want to lift some weights and head over to the barbells. You step up onto the crash platform to perform your first lift, but you trip on the platform as you step onto it. That was a scare, but you’re fine. You do your first lift and drop
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“Everything’s connected, and everything matters.” This quote from renowned physical therapist and strength & conditioning specialist Charlie Weingroff rings true for both strength training and life. While Charlie is most likely referencing the human body with this quote, I believe it applies just as well to the relationship between fitness flooring and the exercise equipment
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The past year has presented challenges to all business owners, pet professionals and dog daycare managers included. The effects of the pandemic have likely reached your business in some way – whether its fewer grooming clients, or less boarding revenue due to reduced travel. While you focus on re-invigorating your business and re-connecting with your
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Running track maintenance and cleaning will be a hot topic in the track & field area for months and years to come. COVID-19 has emphasized the importance of keeping our common fitness areas clean and sanitized. I drive by the running track at Franklin & Marshall College on my way to work every day. Abacus
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While you scour the Internet searching for your gym’s new floor, you may have found that it can be hard to find the right fit. Most gymnasiums host multiple events, and yours is no exception. You want a floor that doesn’t just handle sports. It needs to hold up while taking on foot traffic from
The Multi Purpose Indoor Sports Flooring You Didn’t Know About Read More »
Performance weight rooms today are where science, technology, and old school hard work mesh to create a training environment where athletes reach peak genetic potential. Strength and conditioning coaches strive to build each weight room to maximize efficiency, safety, and performance that often requires custom flooring and strength equipment. Here’s how Abacus can help you
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We’re living in unprecedented times. The novel coronavirus has affected nearly all aspects of our life, from what we can do to where we can go. Many of us, including me, are stuck at home until at least April 30th. This could be the first April since 1883 that no games from any of the
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Sports flooring has come a long way in the last few years. Athletic facilities are increasingly becoming multi-use and flexible multiplexes meant for more than just sports. With more customized options for equipment, architecture, and flooring, modern sports facilities are more complex than ever. Flooring plays a vital role in the aesthetic and functionality of
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There’s a hashtag I’ve noticed trending on Twitter this week. It’s called “#Quarantine15”, and it’s referencing the fifteen pounds we all could gain over the course of the next few weeks. As a company that installs and distributes fitness flooring, we can’t stand for this. We want to help you avoid the “Quarantine 15” at
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