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All types of gyms need durable, safe, and economical equipment to keep their operations going and to keep their patrons coming back, and weight training equipment, and especially plates, is no exception. Many gyms nowadays use bumper plates made with high density rubber and other similar materials rather than the traditional iron plates. OKSPORTING is a professional supplier of fitness equipment solutions, and focuses on developing high quality rubber bumper plates that meet the durability, safety and performance standards needed in gyms. Knowing the benefits of bumper plates as a long-term investment allows gym proprietors to decrease their member replacement costs, member dissatisfaction, and overall gym competitiveness. In this article, we will clarify the reasons why we believe bumper plates are a long-term investment for your gym.
Bumper Plates Have a Long Lifespan to Limit Frequency of Replacement
The rubber layer on bumper plates is thick enough to absorb any force dropped on them to avoid cracking or deforming even with frequent use. OKSPORTING has proven bumper plates to last in performance for 5-8 years with normal usage in a gym compared to iron plates which last only 1-2 years. Bumper plates provide savings in the replacement of equipment which helps the gym save a huge chunk of money in the long run.
Bumper plates help protect the gym flooring and equipment. Unprotected flooring and equipment can be damaged when weighted plates are dropped. Unprotected flooring can be damaged when iron plates are dropped on them and unprotected equipment can be damaged when rubber plates are dropped on them. Bumper plates are a long-term investment. The rubber on bumper plates helps absorb the drop and lessen the force that is applied on the flooring. The bumper plates have a smooth and non-abrasive surface that will not scratch flooring.
Bumper plates do have rubber on them, so if they do fall, bounce, or roll, they will not damage the flooring or collide with other pieces of equipment, like chairs, cardio machines, or dumbbells in the facility, and will save the gym repair costs to keep the asset in good condition for a longer period of time.
Value of the Facility will Increase Storing Safety for Training.
Bumper plates will bring your facility good value because they have almost no liability or safety risk with their use in training. Safety becomes an issue with dropped plates, and so do the risk of complaints, liability, and damage to reputation. Soft rubber plates are also safer to have around because they are not as dangerous to harm a person as an iron plate is if they should happen to touch them. The plates have value because there is less risk of them being dropped and therefore less risk of them being too unsafe with the non-slip surface on the plates. Stable lifts also help control the risk of an unstable barbell. Consistent weight distribution, along compress rubber increases the value of the plates.
Fewer safety incidents within a fitness center lead to less legal trouble, reduced member attrition, and an enhanced public image, all of which result in profitability in the long run. Bumper plates, from a safety viewpoint, are a necessary purchase and help in managing risk.
Bumper Plates Provide Flexibility to Exercise Differently and Draw More Clients
Bumper plates provide the necessary versatility to accommodate varied training types that are essential to attracting fitness centers clientele. In member retention and acquisition, a gym's versatility in training types is crucial. Bumper plates are essential to meeting this versatility. In contrast to standard iron plates that are used for slow, controlled lifts, bumper plates are used in dynamic lifts that include the Olympic lifts, where the barbell is routinely dropped. OKSPORTING offers bumper plates in various weights (from 2.5kg to 25kg) and colors, allowing members to easily identify and combine weights for different exercises. This versatility negates the requirement of investing in different equipment for various training styles. A gym’s ability to draw clientele by offering a range of training options increases profitability.
Bumper Plates Are Marked by Little to No Maintenance to Save on Labor
Care for gym equipment means labor and time, and with the traditional iron plates, this is especially true. Plates require routine cleaning, rust removal, and inspections.
When it comes to gym equipment, bumper plates require minimal time and effort to maintain, helping save on labor and operational costs. As rubber, rather than iron, plates, they do not need any rust treatments, and polishing is unnecessary. Occasionally, users just need to wipe the plates with a damp cloth to remove any sweat or dust. Since the rubber plates have a strong and durable structure, they do not require extensive repairs, and gym staff do not spend countless hours on gym equipment. Staff with limited time and rubber bumper plates, which require little staff attention, permit staff to spend time on other vital operations, like servicing members, cleaning the gym, or just being there to assist in other activities. Overall, rubber bumper plates permit operational stress to be lowered, ensuring that they truly are a wise investment for a gym.
When it comes to equipment that is critical in delivering gym services, quality, and consistent performance are must-haves. Inconsistent performance, like plates that have unstable grips, uneven weights, or incorporate other design flaws, leads to gym member dissatisfaction resulting in a high churn rate. Rubber bumper plates are effective in delivering services and in turn, help maintain member satisfaction.
Quality control is important to us at OKSPORTING. Each bumper plate is checked to ensure that it is within range of ±2% of the stated weight. This way, all of our customers have the opportunity to train fairly.
All of the bumper plates are fabricated using smooth rubber to ensure that they do not slide off the bars. They are also durable, withstanding the impacts to keep their training performance consistent. From a business standpoint, members with consistent and well-performing equipment have positive workouts, which is directly tied to better customer retention and increased likelihood of renewals; positive workouts also contribute to an increase in the renewals of their memberships. The increased retention directly benefits the business’s long-term revenue stability, which makes the rubber bumper plates a worthwhile investment.