Athletics Track Construction

Porous track surfaces are designed so that water will flow through the surface to the underlying sub-base allowing any moisture to filter through.  In most cases the athletics track will incorporate a porous aggregate sub-base and drainage system.

• Porous Tracks

Non-porous surfaces are designed so that any water cannot penetrate the track surface.  Excess water is removed by slope and gravitational flow to a surface drain system.

• Sandwich Track
• Solid Track
• Prefabricated

Key Points:

• Cost effective option
• Popular track system perfect for schools & community facilities.
• Proven energy reduction properties
• Economical
• 50,000 athlete user hours per year
• Professional cleaning every 3 years
• Re-mark lines every 7 years
• Surface respray every 7-10 years dependant on usage

*may require minor repairs/resurfacing to heavy wear areas.

The EPDM layer is applied after the rubber granule base and sealed with the polyurethane top coat.

The main advantage of choosing a sandwich track surface is extending the track longevity; the EPDM cast can be retexturised numerous times; a cost saving option in the future.

Key points:

• High quality track surface suitable for international athletics, at a competitive price
• Offers many similar properties  of the ‘Solid’ track system at a lower cost however more expensive than a porous track
• 100,000 athlete user hours per year
• Less inclined to develop moss, as water runs off and spores are unable to establish
• Professional cleaning every 3 years
• Re-mark lines every 7 years
• Surface ‘re-topping’ after 7-10 years dependant on usage

*may require minor repairs/resurfacing to heavy wear areas.

Installing a solid track system can be relatively costly if comparing to porous or sandwich systems, however long term the surface is more durable and requires less maintenance.

Key Points:

• High performance track accredited to the highest standards of international competition
• 150,000 athlete user hours per year
• Robust spike resistant surface
• More expensive than porous or sandwich systems
• Less inclined to develop moss, as water runs off and spores unable to establish
• Professional cleaning every 3 years
• Re-mark lines every 7 years
• Surface respray every 7-10 years dependant on usage

*may require minor repairs/resurfacing to heavy wear areas.

The advantages of manufacturing the track at a factory, produces a product in a controlled environment ensuring even thickness and performance characteristics.

Prefabricated tracks are designed for all levels, training and competing at high intensity usage; and is the preferred surface for major track and field championships including the Olympics.

The mats are made with a layer of vulcanised rubber and latex; providing outstanding performance characteristics.  Although this system is more expensive long-term, they are proven to be hard wearing and require less maintenance or repairs.

Key Points:

• Top quality athletics track surface suitable for the Olympics
• More expensive than, porous, sandwich or solid systems
• Extremely durable, can withstand  extreme usage
• Maintenance friendly, no recoating required
• Non-slip
• Professional cleaning every 3 years
• Re-mark lines every 7 years
• Resurface every 10-15 years dependant on usage

*may require minor repairs/resurfacing to heavy wear areas.