2015 Catalog

2015 Catalog
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2015 Catalog

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Introduction
This document is a catalog from Little Tikes Commercial, showcasing their playground equipment and services. It emphasizes the benefits of outdoor play for children's development and outlines the company's commitment to safety, inclusivity, and customer service.
Why Choose Us?
The catalog highlights the emotional, physical, cognitive, social, and sensory development benefits of playgrounds. It stresses the importance of safety, with equipment meeting or exceeding standards from authorities like ASTM and CPSC.
Product Features
Little Tikes Commercial offers various play structures and components, including NU-edge™, Gelefish™, N-R-G Builders®, KidBuilders®, SkyBuilders®, PlayBuilders®, and MaxPlay®. The catalog details the materials and construction techniques used, such as steel clamps, direct connect systems, and advanced coatings for durability and safety.
Inclusivity and Accessibility
The company focuses on inclusive playground designs that cater to children of all abilities, ensuring accessibility and promoting socialization. Features like ramps, therapeutic rings, and musical panels are highlighted.
Customer Service and Environmental Commitment
Little Tikes Commercial offers planning and design services, emphasizing safety and responsiveness. They are committed to environmental sustainability, holding certifications like ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001.
Planning and Funding
The catalog provides guidance on planning playground projects, including equipment selection, surfacing, shipping, and installation. It also offers information on funding options, such as NJPA membership, fundraising programs, and grant opportunities.
Schools and Community Engagement
Little Tikes Commercial designs playgrounds with clear sightlines for supervision and offers durable materials with a 15-year warranty. They assist with financing and fundraising to support school and community projects.
Conclusion
The catalog concludes with an invitation to collaborate with Little Tikes Commercial to create custom playgrounds tailored to specific community needs, emphasizing their comprehensive product portfolio and commitment to quality.
New Products and Components
  • Tire Climbers: Available in half-circle, full-circle, and with inside seats, these climbers offer tactile play experiences for children aged 2-12.
  • Cylinder Climber: Features multiple paths and is suitable for ages 5-12.
  • Rainbow Loops: Offers unique play experiences with handholds for ages 5-12.
  • Rope Towers: Available in multiple models, these towers provide challenging climbs and can be linked to other events.
  • Sway Net and Crazy Straw Climber: Provide physical and cognitive challenges for ages 5-12.
  • Slides: Includes Slalom Slide, Double Wide Slide, and others with various deck heights and configurations.
Independent Events
  • Spin Rocker and Freestyler: Offer dynamic play experiences requiring strength and balance.
  • Mantis Cableway: Provides an exciting ride experience for ages 5-12.
Outdoor Training System
Features various fitness stations designed for group training and body weight exercises, suitable for all fitness levels.
Custom Play Design
Little Tikes Commercial offers custom design services to create unique playgrounds tailored to specific needs and environments. The process includes conceptual design, planning, selection, and building, ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards.
Play Structures
The document outlines various play systems such as MaxPlay®, Nu-edge™, PlayBuilders®, KidBuilders®, N-R-G Builders®, Gelefish™, and SkyBuilders®, each offering unique features and catering to different age groups and play needs.
Additional Information
The document provides guidance on navigating product information, including approximate pricing, age ranges, ADA compliance, and play capacity considerations.
Overview of Nu-edge™ Playground Design
Nu-edge™ featuring Naturtek™ is an innovative playground design that incorporates natural play components, allowing children to explore and discover through activities like climbing trees, scaling rocks, and navigating wooden bridges.
Features & Benefits
  • Made from Naturtek™, a lightweight and durable composite resin that mimics the look and feel of natural elements like trees and rocks.
  • UV stable and water-resistant, preventing fading, staining, and damage from natural elements.
  • No need for touch-ups as the color is infused throughout the material.
  • Compatible with KidBuilders® and PlayBuilders® post systems for versatility.
Specifications
  • Age Range: 5-12 years
  • Use Zone: 51’ x 57’
  • Volume: 1,346 ft³
  • Play Events: 24
  • LEED® Points: 1
  • Recycled Content: 15.32%
Safety and Recommendations
  • Proper safety surfacing is required under all play equipment.
  • Signage for safe play instructions and age appropriateness is encouraged.
Pricing and Contact
  • Approximate Price: $114,000
  • Contact local sales representatives for more information.
Additional Playground Models
  • Various models available for ages 2-5 and 5-12, with different use zones, volumes, and play events.
  • Recycled content ranges from 14.16% to 22.69%.
  • Prices vary from $21,500 to $121,500 depending on the model and features.
Gelefish™ Design
  • Inspired by marine life, offering customizable layouts with classic play events.
  • Features include ADA compliance, bright colors, and ground-level play activities.
  • Recycled content up to 49.83%.
N-R-G Builders®
  • Modern play system focusing on fitness and strength-building activities.
  • Deckless design with overhead activities and double-sided components.
  • Recycled content of 19.7%.
Overview
The document provides detailed specifications and pricing for various playground structures under the KidBuilders® and KidBuilders® Inclusive lines by Little Tikes Commercial. These structures are designed for children aged 2-12 and include features that cater to children of all abilities, ensuring ADA compliance and promoting inclusive play.
Specifications
Each playground structure is described with specific details such as age range, use zone dimensions, volume, number of play events, KidTimbers® count, approximate accommodations, LEED® points, and recycled content percentage. Prices range from $24,000 to $132,500 depending on the complexity and size of the structure.
Key Features
The structures include various components like slides, climbers, panels, and bridges. Inclusive features include accessible wheelchair ramps, sign language activity panels, braille panels, and inclusive swings. The document emphasizes the importance of proper safety surfacing and signage for safe play instructions.
Environmental Considerations
The playgrounds are designed with sustainability in mind, earning LEED® points and incorporating recycled materials, with recycled content percentages ranging from 17.05% to 30.46%.
Recommendations
It is recommended to enhance play spaces with integrated and independent shades for comfort and sun protection. The document also suggests contacting local sales representatives for personalized assistance and further details.
Overview
The document provides detailed specifications and pricing for various KidBuilders® and SkyBuilders® play structures designed for children aged 2-12. These structures are inclusive, ADA compliant, and feature a variety of play events and components to encourage imaginative play and physical activity.
Specifications
Each play structure is designed with specific age groups in mind, ranging from 18 months to 12 years. The structures have varying use zones, volumes, and play events, accommodating different numbers of children. They are constructed with recycled content, contributing to LEED® points for environmental sustainability.
Key Features
The play structures include themed elements such as castles, ships, and treehouses, with components like slides, climbing nets, and panels for interactive play. The structures are built with durable materials, including super sturdy posts and stainless steel hardware, ensuring longevity and safety.
Safety and Compliance
Proper safety surfacing is required under all play equipment. Signage for safe play instructions and age appropriateness is strongly encouraged. All structures are ADA compliant, ensuring accessibility for children with disabilities.
Pricing and Customization
The document lists approximate prices for each play structure, ranging from $34,500 to $169,000. Customization options are available to create unique themed playgrounds, with the assistance of local sales representatives.
Environmental Impact
The play structures incorporate recycled materials, with recycled content percentages ranging from 21.1% to 34.16%, supporting sustainable practices.
Overview
The document provides detailed information on various playground structures and components offered by SkyBuilders® and PlayBuilders®. It includes specifications, pricing, and features of different play systems designed for children aged 5-12, with some options for younger children.
SkyBuilders® Structures
  • SkyBuilders® QU063542: Designed for ages 5-12, with a use zone of 56’ x 48’. It includes 17 play events and can accommodate approximately 54 children. The structure is made with 39.32% recycled content and offers 2 LEED® points.
  • SkyBuilders® QU063763: Features 11 play events, a use zone of 59’ x 46’, and accommodates 68 children. It has 32.21% recycled content.
  • SkyBuilders® QU063764: Offers 17 play events, a use zone of 61’ x 42’, and accommodates 81 children, with 37.85% recycled content.
PlayBuilders® Structures
  • PlayBuilders® QU063660: Suitable for ages 2-5, with a use zone of 38’ x 35’. It includes 13 play events and accommodates 38 children, with 15.59% recycled content.
  • PlayBuilders® QU063771: Designed for ages 5-12, with a use zone of 47’ x 45’. It includes 20 play events and accommodates 78 children, with 23.58% recycled content.
MaxPlay® Structures
  • MaxPlay® 2: Suitable for ages 5-12, with a use zone of 54’ x 39’. It includes 18 play events and accommodates 42 children, with 30.06% recycled content.
  • MaxPlay® 3: Designed for ages 2-12, with a use zone of 29’ x 31’. It includes 11 play events and accommodates 28 children, with 30.08% recycled content.
Features & Benefits
  • All structures are ADA compliant, ensuring accessibility for children with disabilities.
  • PlayBuilders® and MaxPlay® offer modular designs with over 350 components for customization.
  • Structures are made with durable materials, including galvanized steel posts and thick steel decks.
  • Safety surfacing is required under all play equipment, and signage for safe play instructions is encouraged.
Additional Information
The document emphasizes the importance of proper safety surfacing and provides contact information for local sales representatives for further assistance and customization options.
Overview
This document provides a comprehensive catalog of playground components offered by Little Tikes Commercial. It includes various play structures, slides, tunnels, climbers, bridges, overheads, motion events, and activity panels, each designed to enhance children's play experiences while ensuring safety and inclusivity.
Slides
The catalog features different types of slides such as the Quantum II Slide, which can be customized with standard plastic colors, and the Slalom Slide, known for its unique grooved texture that enhances the sliding experience.
Tunnels
Various crawl tunnels are available, including the Steel Crawl Tunnel, Animal Crawl Tunnel, and several others with different configurations like 90° and extended versions. These tunnels are designed to be inclusive, providing experiences for children of all abilities.
Climbers
A wide range of climbers is offered, from Rope Towers and Chain Climbers to more complex structures like the Octopus Climber and NU-edge™ Climbers. These are designed to challenge children and promote physical activity.
Bridges
The catalog includes several bridge designs such as the Time Warp Bridge, NU-edge® Plank Bridge, and Accessible Bridge, which are available in various deck heights and configurations to accommodate different play structures.
Overheads
Overhead components like challenge ladders and fun wheels are designed to build upper body strength and improve coordination. They come in various shapes and configurations to keep children engaged.
Motion Events
These components, including the Log Roll and Spinfinity® series, provide dynamic play experiences that help develop coordination, balance, and strength.
Activity Panels
A variety of interactive panels are available, such as the Alphabet Panel, Math Panel, and Picture Communication Symbol Panel. These panels are designed to be educational and inclusive, allowing children of all abilities to participate in play.
Safety and Inclusivity
The document emphasizes the importance of proper safety surfacing under all play equipment and encourages signage for safe play instructions and age appropriateness. Many components are designed to be inclusive, ensuring that children of all abilities can enjoy the playground.
Contact Information
For more details or to make a purchase, contact information for U.S. and Canadian sales representatives is provided.
Overview
The document is a catalog from Little Tikes Commercial, detailing various playground components and themes designed to enhance play areas. It emphasizes safety, customization, and the educational value of play.
Specifications
The catalog lists a variety of playground components, including activity panels, steel laser panels, and themed structures. Each component is designed to encourage imaginative play and physical activity. Safety surfacing is required under all equipment, and signage for safe play instructions is recommended.
Activity Panels
These include interactive panels like the Dino/Jungle Maze, Window Panel, Bubble Mirror Panel, and more. They are designed to engage children in various activities, promoting cognitive and physical development.
WeatherStation™ Panels
These panels offer weather-related interactive experiences, such as predicting weather conditions and understanding temperature changes. They integrate educational elements from subjects like math and science.
Accessories
The catalog includes accessories like basketball equipment, talk tubes, and custom signs. These are designed to enhance the play experience and accommodate children of all abilities.
N-R-G Systems
These systems allow for customizable play structures with components like agility pods, web walls, and overhead challenges. They are designed to fit various site sizes and budgets.
Themed Components
The catalog offers themed play structures such as castles, trains, ships, and fire trucks. These themes are designed to stimulate imaginative play and can be customized to fit community settings.
Roof Structures
A variety of roof designs are available, from contemporary to classic, to suit different aesthetic and budgetary needs.
Safety and Recommendations
The document emphasizes the importance of proper safety surfacing and age-appropriate signage to ensure safe play environments.
Overview
This document provides detailed information on various playground and fitness equipment offered by Little Tikes Commercial. It includes product specifications, pricing, installation guidelines, safety standards, and warranty information.
Product Specifications
  • Kid Fitness Equipment: Includes Sit ’N Surf™ for flexibility and balance, and a Ten Station Fitness Center designed to increase muscle tone and stamina.
  • Early Childhood Play Structures: Products like 'All In!' and 'Cut Loose!' offer interactive activities, slides, and climbers for children aged 2-5.
  • Surfacing Options: KidTiles® and LandSoft® provide safe, durable playground surfaces with features like interlocking systems and synthetic turf.
  • Site Amenities: Heritage series benches and tables, designed for durability and style, are available in various configurations.
  • Shade Structures: Options like Sail Topper and Pyramid Topper provide UV protection and extend the life of playground equipment.
Safety and Standards
  • All equipment requires proper safety surfacing and signage for safe play instructions.
  • Compliance with standards such as CPSC, ASTM F1487, ADA, and CSA-Z614 is emphasized.
Installation and Maintenance
  • Products are designed for easy installation, often requiring minimal tools and labor.
  • Adjustable footings accommodate different surfacing types.
Warranty Information
  • Various warranty periods are offered, ranging from 1 to 50 years, covering defects in materials and workmanship for different components.
  • Specific warranties apply to products like LandSoft® Rubber Mulch, ShadeBuilders® frames, and Clever Climbers™ components.
Warranty and Liability
The document outlines the limited warranty provided by PlayPower LT Farmington, Inc. It specifies that the warranty is non-transferable and excludes coverage for defects caused by normal wear and tear, improper installation, unauthorized modifications, and severe weather. The warranty covers replacement parts only, not labor costs. Claims must be submitted within 30 days of defect discovery, including detailed descriptions and photographs. Venue for legal actions is specified as Barry or Greene Counties, Missouri.
Pricing and Payment Terms
Prices are subject to change without notice and are quoted in U.S. dollars. Orders are subject to approval, and freight charges are additional. Invoice terms are net 30 days, with finance charges applicable to overdue balances. Sales tax is added unless a tax-exempt certificate is provided.
Shipping and Delivery
Products are shipped FOB Monett, Missouri, with freight charges added. Customers are responsible for unloading shipments. Claims for transit damage must be reported promptly, and returns require prior authorization and are subject to restocking fees.
Commitment to Safety and Environment
The company emphasizes compliance with safety standards from organizations like ASTM, CPSC, CSA, and EN. It is committed to environmental sustainability by using recycled materials and ensuring products can be recycled.
Guidelines and Standards
The document references safety guidelines from the Consumer Product Safety Commission and standards from ASTM, CSA, and TÜV Product Service. It highlights the company's adherence to these standards and its membership in IPEMA, which provides third-party certification for playground equipment safety.
Contact Information
The document provides contact details for various sales representatives across different states in the U.S. and Canada. Each entry includes the company name, phone number, and email address for representatives in states such as New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, and Pennsylvania.
Color Options
Little Tikes Commercial offers a wide range of color options for playground components. These include vinyl deck colors, post and accent colors, plastic colors, and swing seat colors. The document lists specific colors available, such as Charcoal Gray, Blue, Red, Green, and more. It also mentions the durability and superior finish of their paint application process.
Product Customization
The document highlights the ability to customize playgrounds with various color combinations and materials. It emphasizes the use of UV stabilizers, anti-static guard, and specific wall thickness for plastic components.
Company Information
Little Tikes Commercial is committed to delivering high-quality playgrounds and superior service. The document provides contact information for their U.S. and Canadian offices, as well as international contact details. It also mentions the availability of a new website and a mobile app for enhanced customer experience.
Additional Features
The document encourages users to explore their new website for easier navigation, new products, inspirational images, updated structures, and interactive tools. It also promotes the Little Tikes Commercial app, which offers additional content such as product info, images, and videos.
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independent events When kids play on our playgrounds, they aren’t just swinging on swings or traversing the monkey bars. They’re entering a world of imagination and adventure. Climbers transform into castle walls providing the perfect escape from the voracious alligators snapping at their feet. Spiral slides whisk them away to a hidden cave lled with buried treasures. When children go outside and play, the storyline is their creation. They can explore with new friends, get physical exercise, learn to problem solve, and have fun while doing it. Now, let the adventure begin! What’s New? Custom...

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custom play play structures skills. facilitates “ Play helps children develop motorothers,Itincluding interaction between children and ding parents & caregivers. It helps them learn creative ive n thinking skills & how to solve problems. Children use their imagination during play to engage in the world around them, learning how to solve conicts, share, & practice grown up roles. Also, it helps promote happiness. — Wendy Pomerantz, MD, MS Clinical Pediatrics Emotional ional Development Building self-condence and discovering the joy in conquering a challenge are possible when children play on our...

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independent events Cognitive Development Whether they’re solving a problem, playing a game, or planning their next move, critical thinking muscles are exed all day at the playground. Social Development Playgrounds are the perfect place for children to make new friends, work together, and learn cooperation and sharing. developmental play Sensory Development Well designed playgrounds activate all ve senses (sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell), but they don’t stop there. Many benecial proprioceptive (spacial awareness) and vestibular (balance) experiences can also be found on playgrounds. U.S....

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custom play play structures Safety First Our equipment meets or exceeds safety standards established by leading authorities in safety such as ASTM, CPSC, CSA, CPSIA, IPEMA, and EN. T To verify product certication, visit www.ipema.org. if d t ti ti i it i Contact your local sales representative listed on page 183.

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independent events Steel Clamps • Our forged steel clamps out-perform aluminum alloy, testing 2x as strong. • KidBuilders® non-slip clamp design allows for installation in variable site conditions. • Tamper-resistant, stainless steel hardware means they stay where you put them. Direct Connect • Our exclusive design for PlayBuilders® Direct Connect system provides a unique dual tempered fastener; adding strength and durability to the self drilling tip and threads. • We engineered our PlayBuilder® Direct Connect System for on-site connection and easy installation in variable site conditions. Vinyl...

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custom play play structures Bay Street Park Texas City, Texas

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independent events At Little Tikes Commercial, inclusive play is at the heart of our designs. Inclusion Our inclusive designs give kids of all abilities the • Our inclusive playgrounds are well thought out and unique to the communities for which they are created. • Our playground components encourage interaction, activate multiple senses and support a wide range of abilities and play patterns. • All children, regardless of ability can benet physically, emotionally and socially from our play structures. Accessibility Access to play is carefully considered in all designs, so everyone can play....

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custom play play structures Sunnyside Park Bloomingdale, IL inclusive play COVERED 8 Contact your local sales representative listed on page 183.

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independent events find a representative Inclusive play components featured at Sunnyside Park: • Tap-a-Tune Reach Panel Children express themselves through music, learning about rhythm, sound, and pitch. • Musical Deck Children make music as they step or roll over musical elements, helping them to learn cause & effect relationships. • Therapeutic Rings Upper body exercise and stretching improves both strength and mobility, helping children do more for themselves on and off the playground. • Ramp with Double Rails Provides access to above-ground activities with double rails for continuous gripping...

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Planning & Design We will help you design and build a playground that: • Meets your needs • Fits your space • Exceeds your expectations • Captures the imagination Dedication to Safety • All play structures put safety rst. • Follow all major standards & guidelines • Built for safety for kids of all abilities Responsiveness & Value • Lightning fast responses • Quotes for any budget • Satisfaction and value that lasts a lifetime Turn Key Services • Our sales representatives are the best in the business. • Seamless delivery from planning to installation Contact your local sales representative listed...

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independent events green comes service & environment As the rst playground company to earn both ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 certications, we are committed to continually improving our green business practices and protecting the global environment. What is a LEED Rating? The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Building Rating System is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings. Call your Little Tikes Commercial representative to nd out how you can earn up to 11 LEED points toward certication. U.S. • 800.325.8828...

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How to plan your project: Equipment Choose the play equipment and accessories that you want to customize your play structure. Include safety surfacing to cushion falls and minimize the risk of injuries. All playground safety guidelines and standards require it. Our professional shipping gets play equipment and surfacing delivered to your site factory-fresh, on-time and ready to be installed. Installation If you can dream it, we can help you build it. We will help you nd the right installer. Contact your Little Tikes Commercial sales representative today. In the U.S., call 800.325.8828. In Canada,...

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