This Blog is for the purpose of sharing information and safety tips for children using playgrounds and swing sets. These can include both residential and commercial playgrounds, daycares centers and individual swing sets.

Thursday 25 August 2005

Swing Sets need high quality and low prices to be competitive

In todays markets manufacturers are moving closer and closer to the consumer. It is in response to the pressure for lower pricing while mantaining high quality. Often, a manufacturer may be dealing only one level from consumers when a few years ago, this was closer to three levels.

It does however, have many benefits. Manufacturers of swings, swing sets, and accessories can all be much more responsive to market demands. They have the ability to produce more custom swings ansd swing seats in smaller runs, and can still give low enough pricing to keep their messages out there. Especially with the advent of the Internet, consumers can reach many new manufacturers and so too can those who produce the swings, swing sets and swing seats, reach their markets.

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Monday 15 August 2005

Playground Equipment, swing sets and swings

People who buy playground equipment for schools, daycares, parks, and other facilities are aware of the value in safety. But do you know where your product is being manufacturered? Be aware of sellers who do not produce thier own playrgound equipment, swings and swing sets cannot guarantee the quality of their product.

Thursday 4 August 2005

Advantages to online purchase of Playground Equipment and Swing Sets

As I was discussing earlier, it is difficult for the purchasor of playground equipment and swings for daycare centers, parks, and schools to find a good manufacturer who combines the needs for safety and value pricing with high quality manufacturering and great products the kids will love. I was talking about some ways to help when shopping online. For example, looking for a manufacturer who has been around for a while. Also, find a online playground equipment store where they will guarantee their work. Another thing to look for is how do they do shipping? Do they have a set fee or do they charge only the costs charged to them by a freight company? Do they accept P.O.'s? Use this small list to start your shopping. If you have an idea, please send it to us and we'll add to the list.

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Wednesday 3 August 2005

Swing Sets, safety, and value pricing all together

If you are buying a Swing Set or Playground Equipment for a daycare, park, or Recreation Department you have been charged with a huge responsibility. Finding the right company that can incorporate the required safety and give you exactly what you need, while still getting the most value for your money is not easy.

When shopping, the web is a great place to research and purchase high quality equipment. You can see the styles of many manufacturers without leaving your office. Look for a company that's been around for a long time and contonues to stand behind thier work, so you know you're getting a good value. With experience, most companies should be able to provide this while maintaining competitive prices.

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Monday 1 August 2005

Limited Space for Playgrounds

One of the most difficult pieces to planning a new playgound or installing swings and swing sets is determinign if you have enough space. Using a compnay that can provide complete sizing and spacing information is very helpful in getting the most playground or largest swing set into the least amount of space. Most important is getting a great value and keeping kids safe.

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