PARKS 2016

Squaw Creek Campground Park, Marion, Iowa

Playworld representative: Fry & Associates

We create play value. Value to the kids and others who use our playspaces. Value to the broader community. And value to parks & recreation professionals who need playgrounds that delight, endure, and look good doing it. How can we create play value for you?

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Provides rich opportunity to cultivate creativity and imagination

(Russ & Fiorelli, 2010).

Enhances cognitive understanding—learning through thought,

action, and the senses (Action for Healthy Kids, 2008).

Builds strength, coordination and cardiovascular fitness, and moderates

childhood obesity and its associated complications (Centers for Disease

Control and Prevention, 2010).

Transforms boredom into a catalyst for children to enhance inventiveness,

develop self-reliance, and create their own happiness (Kenison, 2002).

UNSTRUCTURED PLAY DEVELOPMENTAL BENEFITS THAT LAST A LIFETIME

Learn more about the importance of unstructured

play at Playworld.com/Unstructured-Play

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Inspired by nature. Designed for play.Introducing Branch Out™

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Branch Out features 4’ (1,22m), 5’ (1,52m) and 6’

(1,83m) post-and-platform decks that can link to

a range of components in our 2016 Buyer’s Guide.

Grow your tree your way.

Branch Out™ offers the appealing scale and features of nature play in an efficient, open layout that creates endless new possibilities for post and platform playgrounds. So how—and how far—you Branch Out is up to you.

Request the 2016 Buyer’s Guide for more

information at Playworld.com/Catalogs

Inviting access near the ground. Higher levels that challenge and entice. Unpredictable climbing paths. Perch points for resting. And a trunk to gather ‘round.

Urban Roots Ages 5–12 350–1620

Rugged steel construction, ready for action.

Space Required: 54’ 10’’ x 56’ 2’’ (16,71m x 17,12m)

Neverland Ages 5–12 350–1622

A tight collection of lively components.

Space Required: 56’ 2’’ x 59’ 1’’ (17,12m x 18,01m)

Jungle Village Ages 5–12 350–1623It’s a new adventure every time.Space Required: 77’ 8’’ x 68’ 7’’ (23,67m x 20,9m)

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"Everything you can imagine is real."

—Pablo Picasso

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NauticalPirates hunting treasure, pilgrims headed to new

lands, or even Noah with a ship full of animals.

CastlesFairy tales begin here as kids imagine dragons,

knights, princesses and ogres in far-away lands.

Themed Playgrounds ignite a child’s sense of wonder and possibility. From wooded adventures to dramatic high seas voyages, medieval quests and archaeological explorations, these playgrounds will transport children to new worlds.

Request the 2016 Buyer’s Guide for more

Themed Playgrounds at Playworld.com/Catalogs.

DinosaursTurn any environment into an archaeological

site with “fossils” kids will totally dig.

NaturePut a forest anywhere and let kids meet up in a

“tree house”, explore a jungle, and discover new things.

Have your own idea? Let’s collaborate.Bring your inspiration and ideas to the table. We’ll bring our play design experience and passion for collaboration.

Contact:Michael Laris, Chief Product Officer MichaelL@PlayworldSystems.com 1.800.233.8404

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Thompson Hill Playground, Avella, Pennsylvania

Playworld representative: Jeffrey Associates

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PlayForm 7 merges great play with public art, resulting in a sculpted play form that inspires imaginative, open-ended play. Our newest play sculpture gets people thinking, talking, sharing ideas and engaging in outdoor spaces in new, meaningful ways. 70’6”(21,5m)

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)Watch PlayForm 7 in action and learn more at Playworld.com/PlayForm7.

Patent Pending

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Public art feeds the imagination, defines places, and creates destinations.

Play can do the same.

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PlayPod™ provides free mobile access that helps you manage maintenance anytime, from anywhere.

Installation instructions

Part numbers

Report damage

Contact support

Watch PlayPod in action and learn more at Playworld.com/PlayPod.

Our PlayPod mobile app and website give you 24/7 access to your playground information. Check maintenance and installation information, look up part numbers, and get access to Playworld’s customer support team.

You can customize PlayPod to organize your information, your way. Turn on optional community access features including play tips, Facebook check–in, and videos about your playground equipment. And activate features like Report a Problem, Make a Donation, and Get More Information about the playground.

It’s streamlined access to the information and support you need. Because we don’t stop at creating good play—we help you keep it great.

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Activo® offers high user capacity and a wealth of activities providing physical, imaginative, and social play. Its open design creates easy access for all kids and clear lines of sight for supervision. Its dynamic look with small carbon footprint make it perfect for today’s forward–looking communities.

Pronto Ages 5+ ACT-1200

Swooping slides, challenging net climbers, fun

spinners and our exclusive Drop Zone Tower™

come together for non-stop action.

Luxo Ages 5+ ZZXX0076

There’s a wealth of play value and capacity here, with

supervision made easy thanks to open sight lines.

Request the 2016 Buyer’s Guide for

more Activo at Playworld.com/Catalogs

Zelo Ages 5+ ACT-1403

Small space? No problem. Zelo incorporates

climbing, swaying, spinning and perching into

an efficient footprint.

Bambino™ Playville Ages 2–5 ACT-1300

An inviting array of age-appropriate activities

designed to help develop early childhood physical,

sensory and social skills.

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RockR Ages 5–12 ZZXX0193

This spring rocker breaks down barriers, encouraging

together play. Kids can sit or even lie down while

they rock. Because it’s at transfer height, it’s a great

addition to bring inclusive play to your playground.

Unity® Collection reinvents classic playground equipment with new dimensions of inclusion, interaction and simultaneous play. Because when kids have the chance to play together, the playground should let them play together.

Hoopla Swing Ages 5–12 ZZXX0199

It’s one thing to swing alongside a friend. It’s

another to swing with friends together. Our new

basket–style design is inclusive—so people of all

abilities can share the swing, and the experience.

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Teeter Tunnel™ Ages 5–12 ZZXX0182

If it’s fun with two, why not ten? This Unity piece

reimagines a playground classic, opening up play

capacity and options—so everyone can join the fun.

Overhead Canopy Ages 5–12 ZZXX0187

An array of circles opens up this classic upper body

play activity, allowing kids to play in all directions

with lots of challenge and a fun space underneath.

Watch Unity in action and learn more at Playworld.com/Unity.

Dome Ages 5–12 ZZXX0366 U.S. Patent D729,334S

Circles, varied climbing paths and openings invite

kids to play in, on and around the Dome, and a

central net climber adds extra climbing value. Entry

points provide wheelchair access. Optional Sensory

Connections offer interactive auditory engagement.

Unity® CollectionSlide Climber Ages 5–12 ZZXX0346

The traditional slide is a single–file, climb–up, slide–down

activity. Unity expands the play flow and capacity with

climbers, a tunnel and of course, a great slide.

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BUILT TO LAST TORTURE-TESTING FOR EXTREME PLAY Our playgrounds provide play around the world, so they need to endure the extremes. Intense sun and rain, extreme heat and cold, excessive use and abuse—our products are built to withstand them all. We use proven, premium materials, including architectural–grade, super durable polyester powder coat, first–quality roto–molded polyethylene, and fade-resistant color packages and processes. Our engineering is thoughtful, with attention to detail—like rounded edges to improve powder coat adhesion and eliminate gaps where water can collect.

And because our commitment to play value is only as strong as the physical integrity of our products, we test every one —thoroughly and aggressively.

Weight Loading

We encourage kids to play together, so our equip-ment must be strong enough to carry the weight. We test each of our designs to ASTM F1487, CAN/CSA Z–614 and EN1176 standards.

Impact Testing

From strength and endurance to safety, we demand reliable performance from our playgrounds. When we incorporate new materials, we test them to the breaking point … even if that’s hammer blows at -20°F.

Wild Card Testing

Since our playgrounds may face unexpected extremes,

it’s our responsibility to expect them—testing with

blowtorches, wheelbarrow strikes and more. We

even test our electronics underwater.

Rust & Fade Resistance

We’ve baked our materials in dry Arizona sun and wet Florida heat to ensure superior endurance against rust and fading. Our materials and finishing processes have also been tested in 4,000 hours of salt spray.

Watch product testing in action and learn more at Playworld.com/Testing.

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Metro Collection is specially designed for extra hard use and lots of play activities to keep energetic kids engaged and active. Durable steel and aluminum components ensure long wear and play with designs to fit every space and budget.

Request the 2016 Buyer’s Guide for more

Metro Collection at Playworld.com/Catalogs

Mulholland Drive Ages 5–12 500–1561

Filbert Street Ages 2–5 350–1553

Melrose Place Ages 5–12 500–1556

Hollywood Boulevard Ages 5–12 500–1554

Fremont Street Ages 5–12 500–1559

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Play Value

Play value isn’t just measured in

dollars and cents. More activities,

richer challenges and greater capac-

ities mean more kids playing longer,

with more meaningful engagement.

Inclusive Design

ADA is just the tip of the iceberg.

Get hands on and learn how

easy it is to create truly inclusive

playgrounds with proper site layout

and equipment selection.

Sustainability

Truly sustainable manufacturing

processes and playground equip-

ment can make a difference in our

environment, our communities

and our children’s futures.

Ginny McDougalGinny has been in the playground industry for over 14

years, working with landscape architects, designers,

and park and recreation professionals. With a passion

for play, inclusion and sustainability, she incorporates

these principles into her work. She has a degree in interior

design, is certified in inclusive playground design, and

also has her CPSI certification.

Each of our hour-long courses is approved for: AIA 1.0 LU/

HSW Credit, ASLA 1.0 PDH/HSW, NRPA .1 CEU Equivalent

(good towards maintaining CPRP, CPRE or AFO).

Learn more at Playworld.com/Training

Dan PerreaultDan is a licensed landscape architect and past president of

the ASLA—Michigan Chapter and CPSI. With over 30 years

of experience, his focus is primarily on play area design and

play as it relates to child development and learning. As part of

Playworld’s Save Play Initiative, Dan shares information and

research data about various aspects of play and how they

benefit children, families and our communities.

The Future of Parks

Parks that effectively respond

to societies’ needs are becoming

beacons to millennials, strength-

ening communities, and boosting

property values.

Missy BensonMissy is president of the VA Chapter of ASLA, has a landscape

architecture degree from Virginia Tech and a horticulture

certificate from Norfolk Botanical Gardens. She has worked with

landscape architecture firms across the country focusing on play

and recreation design, master plans and surveys for municipali-

ties and historical sites. As a play advocate for Playworld, Missy

conducts educational presentations about the importance of free,

accessible and sensory rich play.

Ian ProudAs research manager and inclusive play manager, Ian has

led Playworld’s inclusive play initiative since its inception,

culminating in the development of the Inclusive Play Design

Guide, a manufacturer–neutral, educational and inspirational

resource. Specializing in trends, the future and managing

change, Ian has led highly-rated workshops at state and

national conferences. He holds a BA in 3D design and an MBA.

PLAY ADVOCACY CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR FUN AND CREDIT Developed by accomplished specialists in landscape architecture, playground design and inclusive play—our CE courses are interactive, relevant, and content–rich. For your convenience, our courses can be presented at your location as a lunch–and–learn.

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Here. Now. Together. The where, when, how (and why) of play.

Here, in the real world. In the midst of physical forces and objects that challenge and develop strength, balance, coordination and confidence.

Now, relevant to the context, pressures and preferences of today’s children and parks. Geared toward their evolving needs—based on the most current developmental research.

Together through play, face-to-face, interacting in meaningful ways. The communication and cooperation and that strengthens emotional and intellectual intelligence and social bonds.

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See it all. Get the 2016 Buyer’s Guide at Playworld.com/Catalogs.

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