SPORTS & PLAY
It is lightweight , with high flexibility and compressibility , resistant to moisture , friction and abrasion , and has thermal , acoustic and vibration insulation capacities .
Safer and more accessible playgrounds – Corkeen by Amorim Given its positive contribution to outdoor and leisure areas , urban parks and playgrounds , cork can be used as a safe , stable and sustainable surface , due to its main characteristics : lower surface temperature , impact absorption , odorless , drainage capacity , lightweight , fire-retardant and hypoallergenic .
Studies indicate that for each ton of cork produced , the cork oak forest can sequester up to 73 tons of CO2 **, and thus helps to reduce the Global Warming potential and contributing to the goal of carbon neutrality in the cities .
Cork ’ s Natural Born Technology Cork consists of a honeycomb structure , including thousands of microscopic cells , filled by an air-like gas and coated primarily by suberin and lignin . Suberin is the element that makes cork impermeable to liquids and gases , allowing it to age without deteriorating .
In addition to its insulation capacity , cork has a series of other characteristics that enable a broad range of applications in building construction .
Additionally , its resilience creates a cushioning effect , which makes floors extremely comfortable for walking and standing . But , more than comfortable , playgrounds made by cork need to be safe .
The playground industry in Europe has defined children ’ s safety as one of the top priorities . To reduce the risk of severe injuries , EN1176 & EN1177 has been introduced to the market . EN1176 is the European Standard for play equipment and surfacing . It regulates criterias within the playing area . One of these requirements is the need for safety surfacing below playground equipment .
That ’ s why Corkeen is the revolutionary surfacing system for playgrounds . As a safe and stable surface , it complies with EN1176 and EN1177 . Corkeen system has been tested by Labosport in France according to EN1177 and has passed those tests , receiving certificates on system thicknesses from 40-135 mm . The use of playgrounds encourages the construction of social and intellectual skills through increased interaction . It enhances group dynamics among children , in a learning and recreational environment , including , in many cases , the involvement of the family . These surfaces are typically installed in schools or outdoor parks and must incorporate the natural world around them , fitting into their environment .
The green space is vital for the activity and elements such as water or cork provide children with a dynamic environment , which gives the space characteristics that they see , sound and feel as interesting . Corkeen responds to this need , combining safety and sustainability , satisfying the most demanding requirements of any project . It is also an inclusive system , providing full accessibility , even in a wheelchair or using other mobility equipment .
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