http://operationplayground.forumco.com/Operation Playground Forumhttp://operationplayground.forumco.com/rss.gifhttp://www.operationplayground.orghttp://operationplayground.forumco.com/rss.gif8637n/ahttp://operationplayground.forumco.com/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=1710Fri, 11 Jan 2008 12:05:52 +0100www.aaastateofplay.com offers outdoor playground equipment for school, park, church, and commercial applications. Nationwide installation and delivery is available. We install many different surfaces including poured in place and bonded rubber.]]>creativesystemshttp://operationplayground.forumco.com/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=1410Mon, 2 Jul 2007 20:00:31 +01003039 Kilgore Road, Suite 130
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Phone: 916.638.5375 or 877-PLAYSYSTEMS
Fax: 916.638.5427
www.creativesystems.com
http://www.creativesystems.com

Creative Recreational Systems, Inc.
3039 Kilgore Road, Suite 130
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Phone: 916.638.5375
Fax: 916.638.5427
www.creativesystems.com
]]>creativesystemshttp://operationplayground.forumco.com/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=1210Mon, 2 Jul 2007 19:47:04 +0100A study in New York City found that there were more safety risks due to maintenance related hazards in playgrounds in low-income areas. These playgrounds had significantly more rusted equipment, trash, and damaged fall surfaces. At Creative Systems, we believe that a slightly higher cost is worth the increased benefits and safety our play systems provide.

Creative Systems offers many updates products that are safer, more durable and more fun for children of all ages. We believe that paying a slightly high fee to guarantee physical safety and long-lasting fun is well worth the extra money. Many cheaper playgrounds have wooden supports and beams which can give children splinters. Creative System offers only steel supports which are not only safer, they withstand time and weathering much better than wood structures. Some playgrounds have flimsy plastic roofs that will crack and discolor. Creative Systems specializes in Shade Systems, a more durable means of providing shade on those hot summer days. Some playgrounds still have concrete and ashphalt surfacing, which is unsafe for many reasons. Not only is it prone to cracking and heat absorbtion, but these hard surfaces provide no cushioning for potential falls, which can increase the likelihood of severe injuries. Creative Systems offers SofTile surfacing, a surface durable enough to withstand weather, sturdy enough to support wheelchair access, and soft enough to cushion any possible falls. We also supply Rubber Mulch as an alternative surfacing option to prevent possible splinters from cheaper wood chip surfacing. We also offer many different product lines of furnishings, such as benches and trash receptacles. We can help to keep your playgrounds safe and clean!

At Creative Systems we are willing to customize your play system to fulfill your every dream. Why buy a cheap play system with little variety? Creative Systems offers a large selection of play systems that you can mix and match to create your own unique play area. Our designs are tailored to provide challenging but safe commercial playground equipment for specific age groups. Also, many of our products come guaranteed to provide years of clean, safe and fun play. In addition, all components are fully guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship.

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Brittany Hidahl
Creative Recreational Systems, Inc.
3039 Kilgore Road, Suite 130
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Phone: 916.638.5375 or 877-PLAYSYSTEMS
Fax: 916.638.5427
www.creativesystems.com


Creative Recreational Systems, Inc.
3039 Kilgore Road, Suite 130
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Phone: 916.638.5375
Fax: 916.638.5427
www.creativesystems.com
]]>creativesystemshttp://operationplayground.forumco.com/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=1110Mon, 2 Jul 2007 19:45:40 +0100 “Play is an important part of your child’s physical, social, intellectual and emotional development,” according to KidsHealth.org. Here at Creative Recreational Systems, we believe that children of all ages and disabilities should enjoy the same quality playground experience. This is why we work hard to comply with ADA requirements and safety guidelines.

Safety experts suggest that the safest surfacing for playgrounds is either wood chips or rubber surfacing. However, wood chips do not provide a sturdy enough surface for wheelchairs to maneuver. ASTM standards state that for wheelchair access, surfaces are required to be "firm, stable, and slip resistant" as specified in ADAAG. This is why Creative Systems specializes in SofTile surfacing, a surface that is durable enough to withstand weather and wear, soft enough to cushion, and sturdy enough to provide easy wheelchair access. We supply and install ADA compatible ramps so that your playground can be fully accessible to those disabled. We also offer a large variety of playground equipment which we can personalize and combine to meet your unique needs. We supply ground level play components, such as swings and stand alone climbers, to accommodate ground play for disabled children. Our elevated play components also meet ADA requirements by being wheelchair accessible.

Many of our site furnishings also meet ADA standards. We offer ADA compliant picnic tables that provide easy wheelchair access at both ends, as well as rounded corners for added safety. When possible, we try to exceed the ADA guidelines to provide increased accessibility and opportunities. At Creative Systems, we strive to give all children a fulfilling, educational, fun, and overall safe environment in which to play.

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Brittany Hidahl
Creative Recreational Systems, Inc.
3039 Kilgore Road, Suite 130
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Phone: 916.638.5375 or 877-PLAYSYSTEMS
Fax: 916.638.5427
www.creativesystems.com


Creative Recreational Systems, Inc.
3039 Kilgore Road, Suite 130
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Phone: 916.638.5375
Fax: 916.638.5427
www.creativesystems.com
]]>creativesystemshttp://operationplayground.forumco.com/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=1010Mon, 2 Jul 2007 19:44:26 +0100Childhood obesity is a growing problem in the United States. According to the CDC, since the 70s, the prevalence of obesity in children ages 6-11 has increased from 6.5% to 18.8%. However, a recent RAND Corporation study says that school playgrounds and athletic facilities can be important tools in the fight against childhood obesity. Given these facts, it is more important than ever for children to maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating right and getting regular exercise every day. At Creative Systems, we believe that we can get children active in a fun and creative way. Our play systems offer entertainment and activity for children of all ages. The combination of ground, elevated, and stand alone systems encourage children to climb, slide and swing. Children can enjoy their play and at the same time, receive valuable health benefits.
According to Dr. Amy Bohn, it is important that physical activities are fun. “Exercise shouldn't be a chore, especially for children,” she says. “With warm weather outside, kids can do a variety of activities that involve both fun and fitness.” Creative Systems agrees. This is why we believe quality playground equipment is so important for the physical and mental health of your child.
Creative Systems playground equipment not only encourages physical activity, but mental and social interaction as well. We offer a variety of play components, everything from slides to climbers to seesaws and rockers. Our playgrounds are not only safe and durable but also bright, colorful, and appealing to children of all ages. Our play systems are designed according to specific age groups so that children can have their own unique and age-appropriate equipment. Younger children can explore their creativity at our activity tables and play on our smaller scale play systems. Children of elementary school age will enjoy more physically challenging equipment. One of our main goals is to get your children outside, playing in the fresh air. On our play systems they can stay health and learn valuable lessons in their social interaction with other children their own age. Creative Systems supports the physical health of your child, as well as his/her psychological and social health.

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Brittany Hidahl
Creative Recreational Systems, Inc.
3039 Kilgore Road, Suite 130
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Phone: 916.638.5375 or 877-PLAYSYSTEMS
Fax: 916.638.5427
www.creativesystems.com


Creative Recreational Systems, Inc.
3039 Kilgore Road, Suite 130
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Phone: 916.638.5375
Fax: 916.638.5427
www.creativesystems.com
]]>creativesystemshttp://operationplayground.forumco.com/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=910Mon, 2 Jul 2007 19:42:36 +0100
5 for High
4 for Medium high
3 for Medium
2 for Medium low
1 for Low


(1) Wood fiber strips are the traditional surfacing material that has been used in playground safety for many years. However the durability is low with wood fiber, many playgrounds have surfacing that is moved or spread throughout a park causing a risk for fall heights. Many people who provide playground maintenance find that they often need to replace the wood strips several times a year. I give wood fiber strips a safety rating of 2 and a durability rating of 3.

(2) Pour-in-place was a growing trend in safety surfacing a few years ago because of its immobility and design options. You will find rounded edges or names that are designed into pour-in-place surfacing as well as different colors. The disadvantage with pour-in-place is that it will crack and fade within three years or less. You will also begin to see holes in the top layer (there are two layers) where the rubber has been worn. This is of extreme concern due to safety regulations on the minimum depth of surfacing for a given fall height. Since pour-in-place is fairly new, we’ve only seen this lack of durability within the past few years causing many people to stay away from this type of safety surfacing. I give pour-in-place a safety rating of 3 and a durability rating of 2.

(3) Rubber mulch is becoming the next generation of wood fiber – the same people that make this also make larger chunks that they refer to as rubber chips. Recycled material is sent through a unique process that cleans and colors the rubber so that it is completely safe for children and has color that lasts as much as seven years. I give rubber mulch and rubber chips a safety rating of 4 and a durability rating of 4.

(4) Artificial turf has been around for a while with some good improvements. The material is placed onto a base of spongy beads that act as a layer of cushioning, much like tilled dirt. Unlike dirt though – this base provides long-lasting safety for anyone who might fall and it allows water to flow freely throughout so that the turf doesn’t have water damage. I give artificial turf a safety rating of 4 and a durability rating of 5.

(5) Rubber Tiles are a well-established high-quality surfacing material. There’s only one manufacturer of rubber tiles that I would recommend: SofSurfaces has a patented locking system between tiles that created one massive surface for playground safety. This material is also very durable – SafSurfaces provides a solid 7 year guarantee on not only the color but the depth also. That’s THREE TIMES longer than the first three safety surfacing options. I give rubber tiles a safety rating of 5 and a durability rating of 5. If you budget allows – this is the ideal choice.
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Austin Stanfel
Creative Recreational Systems, Inc.
916-638-5375
http://www.creativesystems.com





Creative Recreational Systems, Inc.
3039 Kilgore Road, Suite 130
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Phone: 916.638.5375
Fax: 916.638.5427
www.creativesystems.com
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Austin Stanfel
Creative Recreational Systems, Inc.
3039 kilgor rd. suite 130
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
1 – (877) PLAYSYSTEMS
http://www.creativesystems.com


Creative Recreational Systems, Inc.
3039 Kilgore Road, Suite 130
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Phone: 916.638.5375
Fax: 916.638.5427
www.creativesystems.com
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info@playgroundsupplier.com]]>operationplaygroundhttp://operationplayground.forumco.com/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=210Tue, 13 Jun 2006 10:13:51 +0100Operation Playground has taken the giant leap to the continent of Africa to support the children in Wangige, Kenya. The Caroline Wambui Mungai Children's Home, an orphanage outside Nairobi, was chosen to receive the playground with the logistical assistance of Airline Ambassadors International (AAI) and funded by Operation Playground. The orphans are victims of the continuing epedemic of HIV/AIDS in Africa, parental abandonment and extreme poverty. We were pleased to have had the opportunity to extend our reach to another country and we hope to expand our playground projects to other points of the world in the coming years. Please help support our efforts to bring smiles to the children in less fortunate living environments. 100% of your donation goes towards the playground equipment and nothing else. All travel and expenses are paid for by the individual volunteers. Thank you for your support!!

You can visit our website to see photos! I also have a web blog where you can see a great story and photos of our new project at www.travelblog.org/bloggers/johnnymoretti

Thank you all!
John Moretti

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