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How Trampolines Are Made

Ever wondered how large garden trampolines are made? These amazing pieces of kit start as basic materials like galvanised steel tubes and polypropylene fabric, and end up as bouncy fun for your garden. Let's take a look at how they're put together, from start to finish!

From Factory to Backyard: How Trampolines Are Made

Frame Construction

Steel Tubes and Bending

Everything starts with galvanised steel tubes. These tubes have a special zinc coating (that's the silvery coating you see) to stop them from rusting. Computer-controlled machines bend these tubes into the right shapes - making perfect circles for round trampolines or straight edges for rectangular ones. Think of it like giant metal pipe cleaners being shaped into your trampoline's frame!

Joining the Frame Together

Next, skilled workers join all the pieces together using strong T-joints and welds. They use special welding tools that melt the galvanised steel pieces together - a bit like super-powerful glue, but for metal. Good trampolines have extra strong reinforced joints to stop them from wobbling when you jump. That's why premium trampolines stay sturdy for so long.

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Making the Jumping Mat

Creating the Bouncy Surface

The black mat you jump on is made from a special material called polypropylene. It's like super-strong plastic strings woven together like a giant t-shirt. They weave it with lots of tiny holes so air can flow through when you jump. These holes also make the polypropylene mat stronger and help it last longer in the sun and rain.

Making it Extra Strong

Once the polypropylene mat is woven, they make the edges super strong with lots of extra stitching. The spots where springs attach get even more reinforcement with special UV-resistant materials. They also add special protection to stop the sun from damaging the mat. It's like putting sunscreen on your trampoline!

Springs: The Bouncy Bits

Making the Springs

Springs start as high-carbon steel wire that's wound into coils - like a slinky toy, but much stronger! These steel springs go through a special heating process called tempering to make them super springy. This process is why good trampoline springs keep their bounce instead of going floppy after a few months.

Putting the Springs On

Workers attach the high-tensile steel springs between the frame and the mat using special hooks. Each spring needs to be just right - not too tight and not too loose. Getting this right is super important for making sure your trampoline has that perfect bounce. It's a bit like tuning a guitar to get the right sound!

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Safety Features

Adding the Soft Padding

The padding that covers the springs starts as high-density polyethylene foam. Good trampolines use several layers of this special foam to make it extra safe. This foam gets wrapped in PVC or polyethylene fabric to keep it dry. Then it's attached firmly so it won't move around when you're jumping.

Safety Net Installation

The safety net is made from high-strength polyethylene or nylon mesh with small holes. These holes are just the right size to let you see through but keep fingers safe. The net gets special UV-resistant treatment to protect it from sun damage. When it's installed, it's pulled nice and tight to keep jumpers safe.

Checking Everything's Perfect

Testing It All

Before any trampoline leaves the factory, it gets checked really carefully. Workers test the tensile strength of the frame, check the mat won't tear, and make sure the springs have consistent tension. Some companies even put weights up to 120kg on their trampolines to test them - like giving them a preview of years of jumping!

Getting Ready for Delivery

Finally, all the pieces are packed up carefully to keep them safe on their journey to you. The galvanised frame pieces get wrapped up to protect their special zinc coating, and all the small bits go in moisture-proof bags to keep them dry. Everything comes with clear instructions - though if you'd rather not tackle the building part, that's what our installation team is here for!

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