QUICK FACTS:
Deck Size: 48" x 48"
Post Size:5" dia Round.
Designed for: For high use areas, and public schools and parks.
Age Group: All ages (18 months - 12 years.)
Xpedition features a larger deck footprint (48”x48”), robust round posts (5” dia), and an elegant panel design similar to our Discovery playstructures. It also features our durable multifastener system which makes installation more streamlined and the final product rock-solid.
When combined with our exclusive rotational molded components, unique metal climbers and wide array of deck choices, the Xpedition line will meet your most demanding design requirements.
A. Materials
1. Steel Components
All steel tube components are manufactured with Flo-Coat™ galvanizing system. This includes a three layer exterior coating comprising of zinc galvanizing, chromate conversion and clear organic. The interior is treated with a 90% zinc coating.
Posts
All vertical posts are 5” (88.9mm) diameter x 11 gauge (3.22mm) in accordance with ASTM 569.
Post Caps
Cast aluminum caps with 3/16” (5mm) minimum thickness riveted to top of posts.
Decks
Composite structure consisting of angle and 11 gauge (3.12mm) expanded metal plate complete with structural reinforcements as required. Standard deck dimensions: 40” (1016 mm) x 40” (1016 mm) x 2” (50mm). All decks are perforated with 7/8” (22mm) diameter (finished size) holes.
For the past 15 years we have manufactured platforms with many types of surface geometry. We have experienced that platforms with the larger holes typically remain clean and clear of debris (a CSA standard) and offer the least amount of opportunity for injury.
Railings
Top and bottom rails are 1 3/8” (34.93mm) diameter complete with 1” (25.4 mm) diameter spindles.
2. Rotationally Molded Plastic Components
Rotationally-molded plastic parts are molded from linear medium-density polyethylene resin. All parts are solid in colour and include u.v. stabilizers. All parts have an average wall thickness ranging from 0.125” (3.18mm) to 0.375” (9.53mm).
3. Play Panels
Stress relieved high-density polyethylene compression molded panels 3/4” (19mm) thick. All panels include u.v. stabilizers and antic static protection.
4. Fasteners
All fasteners are 316 grade stainless steel with tamper resistant heads and thread-locked adhesive.
B. Finishes
1. Powder Coating
All steel components (excluding decks) are powder coated. Metal preparation for powder coat paint finish consists of sandblasting to eliminate micro-rust and scale and to profile the steel to maximize powder adhesion. Parts are then cleaned and pre-baked to eliminate any liquid residue and prepare for coating. Polyester dry powder coating is electro-statically applied and oven cured at 400°F (204°C) resulting in a surfacing thickness of 3 – 5 mil (0.076mm – 0.127mm) that is extremely durable and even in finish.
2. Plastisol Coating
Plastisol coating is polyvinyl chloride (PVC) formulated with reduced phthalate plasticizers at an average thickness of 0.15” (3.81mm), unless other wise specified. Prior to coating, parts are chemically washed, epoxy primed, and allowed to dry completely. Parts are then pre-heated to 350°F (177°C) and submerged in Plastisol. Coated parts are cured in a liquid salt bath. Plastisol contains a flame-retardant additive, u.v. stabilizer to maintain colour, and fungastat to improve resistance to fungal growth.
