We would be happy to join you where ever you are in you ice rink journey. Ice rinks present several unique challenges for designers, all stemming from the fact that the floor of the rink is maintained at belowfreezing temperatures while the remainder of the building is kept much warmer. The following documents have been assembled to help with your planning and design process and are the result of everything ices 25 plus years in the ice rink business. One feasibility study for an ice rink in europe placed the startup costs at 2. We offer complete turnkey services for new and renovated rinks. The 4 factors analyzed are construction, maintenance issues, financing requirements, and environmental considerations. Since 1979, rink tec has designed and built hundreds of refrigeration systems from coast to coast and in many countries throughout the world. If you would like additional information about any of these projects, call tollfree 8003442708 or.
It is intended to establish guidelines that will provide a level of functionality for recreational skating, conformity for the purpose of competition and reduce potential hazards. Jan 11, 2016 the ice rink construction process goes forward with the placement of the chiller which should not be installed further than 20 m from the ice rink itself. Heat loss from warm ceiling to ice rink surface this cooling effect is greatest on components with direct line of sight to the ice, typically the roof construction. Our ice rink s colors are grey and silver, we would like those colors incorporated into the design.
With hundreds of ice rinks constructed worldwide, our expertise is relied upon by owners and managers, ice builders rinks are engineered to deliver many years of dependable, efficient service. This school operates as a side business within our main business, and on our website you can find our main logo. This is more water than is contained in four standardsize swimming pools. Rink management energy reports all photographs and content are the exclusive ownership of ice rink construction t 8142441407 f 8142604112. We stock 8, 10 and 16 wide rolls of this incredible material. We know that parks and recs have specific needs and requirements for their rinks so we have subdivided our packages into 3 standard rink types which are offered in a variety of sizes, shop now for a. The startup costs involved in opening an ice skating rink are high. The rink is open for ice skating from late october to early april. Radiant heat transmitted from the arena ceiling into the ice sheet is a major ice floor load that can be virtually eliminated with proper building design.
Build an ice rink rink management services corporation. Whether you need a simple repair or a complete floor renovation, cmh rink builders can handle every aspect of your ice rink floor project regardless of shape, size, or location. Before the outside metal panels are installed, this vapor barrier must be placed on both the roof and sidewalls. The pegula ice arena pennsylvania state university. The schedule for construction runs from january, 2012 until september, 20. Wollman rink is a public ice rink in the southern part of central park, manhattan, new york city. Additionally, information and considerations on materials, structure, and space requirements are given. Smart refrigerant selection for ice rinks 20190107. Greater washington, dc area we are currently assisting a client with feasibility and design for a 68,000 sq. We utilize all the latest technology for laser precision accuracy, and cost. The ice rink construction process goes forward with the placement of the chiller which should not be installed further than 20 m from the ice rink itself. Contact iron sleek today and talk with a team member now. Minnesota ice is the industry expert in highdensity polyethylene pipe fusion rink floor construction and ice rink refrigeration system design and installation. Choose from over a million free vectors, clipart graphics, vector art images, design templates, and illustrations created by artists worldwide.
From engineering, to permitting, to general construction and beyond, minnesota ice is your one stop shop for ice rink. Our parks and recs packages utilize the iron sleek lawn or dirt bracket to support the rink frame boards but for hard surfaces the standard brackets can be swapped for the iron sleek hard court bracket. At us design lab, our expertise is rooted in the entertainment industry. One of the first steps when starting to work at an ice rink project is the ice rink planning and design. The developer and florida hospital hosted a community naming contest to name the facility. Getting to this exciting moment took 11 months of construction and included many complex steps, from assembling the mechanical pieces that regulate the temperature. Austin parsons abstract there are thousands of indoor ice rink. Floridas largest ice rink facility and sports complex officially announced its new name. How to build a backyard ice rink with little more than 175 feet of lumber, 25 metal stakes and a 50 x 100foot plastic liner plus water and cold weather, you too can build a backyard ice rink. Buy and operate expensive ass zamboni to maintain ice. Ice rinks, designed by ice rink supply, do not need an interior equipment room inside the rink structure, thus eliminating the need to heat, cool or vent that room. Synthetic ice rink united states cmh rink builders.
Many of these rinks are much older and are nearing, if not well past, the expected usable lifetime of the refrigeration systems that enable ice making. This section is designed to inform about the actual construction requirements for an ice rink. Dec 27, 2010 how to build a backyard ice rink with little more than 175 feet of lumber, 25 metal stakes and a 50 x 100foot plastic liner plus water and cold weather, you too can build a backyard ice rink. With experience in building over 400 ice rinks worldwide custom ice can design and construct your ice rink project on time and on budget.
Ice rink installation from the ground up, rink tec is the most qualified contractor to install your rink floor. Project ice consultant we have one of the nicest team rooms of any squad in the country, a weight room that is second to none and now our rink is representative of the support we receive from the leadership of the u. Check with ice rink supply for the best quality, yet most affordable rink boards. I have selected some of the more requested and needed information from our extensive library of documentation and information with the intent of making. An average of 50,000 gallons of water are used annually to form the ice floor. Freeze point is your single source for all items related to ice rink design and construction. New ice arena construction architecture, design, engineering, construction and management. Austin parsons abstract there are thousands of indoor ice rink arenas in the united states, canada, and europe. Whether you are building a new community rink that seats 250 or a multisport complex seating 5,000 or more, you can trust ice builders to simplify the process and a superior facility every time. The ice rink floor features more than miles of oneinch steel piping. Ventilation and air quality in indoor ice skating arenas chunxin yang, ph. Refrigeration pipe grids, ice rink chillers, circulation pump stations, hockey boards, ice resurfacers, ice maintenance equipment, ice building to ice maintenance products and more. The chiller is responsible with the cooling process of the glycol, solution that is used due to its antifreeze properties in pure form the glycol freezes at 12 c. An estimated three quarters of currently operating national hockey league nhl ice arenas were built in the mid1990s.
Cmh rink builders specializes in ice rink piping fabrication, arena floor construction, and portable ice rink installations. Basic ice rink construction j burley has produced this quick overview of minimum design criteria for the building. We are also located on the space coast of florida near the beach and kennedy space center. Roller skating rink design has remained relatively the same for decades. Welcome to iron sleeks parks and recs click to see gallery pics. Ice rink design the rink pros the rink pros maclaughlin. Everything ice will assist architects, mechanical engineers and general contractors on all topics relating to ice rink construction and design to ensure a quality project. Interior temperature and relative humidity levels in ice rinks can vary widely, as many ice rinks are not intentionally heated or cooled, and may or may not be.
Rink management services is the largest operator of ice skating facilities in the u. Ventilation and air quality in indoor ice skating arenas. Ice rink contractors ice rink builders ice rink construction. The perforated mesh allows for a solid ice lock with little or no thermobarrier or air pockets. Arthur nusbaum, 92, a former president of onetime new york city contracting giant hrh construction corp.
For a full size rink and a 120 x 60 studio rink, the minimum should be 270 gallons o f hot water per hour. Building cost and maintaining cost of a standard ice rink. Iron sleek parks and recs focuses on bigger rink packages for schools, parks, churches, and country clubs. Turn your roller skating rink design into a multipurpose revenue generator. The major sports markets we serve include ice hockey and recreational skating and inline hockey. Whether your project is community, large venue, new construction, or retrofit, becker is here as your partner and is poised to help you manage your project from start to finish. We have selected some of the most requested and needed information from our extensive library of documentation and information with the intent of making your job of planning. When 23 of the ice is frozen, the lines and logos are painted onto the ice, then the final is laid. All photographs and content are the exclusive ownership of ice rink construction t 8142441407 f 8142604112 send us an email.
It would be great to incorporate similar colors if possible. An indepth look at building a competition ice rink november 28, 2017. This saves on operation and construction costs and unnecessary expenditures. Ice rink design the rink pros maclaughlin management. In august of 2019, that wish will become a reality when the center opens its. Minnesota ice partners with architects, engineers and general contractors to provide you a one stop shop for all of your ice rink project needs. Jan 07, 2019 an estimated three quarters of currently operating national hockey league nhl ice arenas were built in the mid1990s. Preds, metro officials break ground on bellevue ice center.
All refrigeration equipment comes with a one year warranty on parts and labor. Basic building information, scheduling, and estimating are the focus of this assignment. Ice builders rinks are engineered to deliver many years of dependable, efficient service. We have the necessary expertise to guide your team from concept to completion. Each concrete rink floor and sand rink floor system comes with a standard five year warranty. Singledigit temperatures on monday didnt deter workers from beginning the first stages of the ice rink that will house the st.
The ice rink side of the rink board panel is faced with 0. Our ice rinks colors are grey and silver, we would like those colors incorporated into the design. It further offers plans as well as links and contacts to help you proceed in the process of building an ice rink in your community, your city, or your country. Ice builders has more than 60 years experience building ice rinks worldwide and only ice builders offers you true turnkey arena construction. Hot and cold water supply should be supplied from a single plumbing outlet, permitting the operator easy control of the water temperature with. An ice rink or ice skating rink is a frozen body of water andor hardened chemicals where people can ice skate or play winter sports. How to build an ice rink iihf international ice hockey. How to build a backyard ice rink homemade ice rink. Whether your project is community, large venue, new construction, or retrofit, becker is here as your partner and is poised to help you manage your.
Whllg conducted evaluations for expansion of this rink to become a family entertainment center. Once the ice could support an adult without out water gushing up the side you should be good to skate, skate, skate. Iron sleek provides outdoor ice rink solutions for natural ice on any type of surface while accommodating up to nhl size rinks. The following documents have been assembled to help with your planning and design process and are the result of my 25 plus years in the ice rink business. The ask was simple she wanted an ice rink in her community of bellevue. Our club is for competitive ice skaters both male and female. Ice skating school needs a new logo logo design contest. Check out our pdf version of building a 20 x 46 rink. The pegula ice arena is a three story, 228,000 sf indoor ice arena. Freeze point rink services provides a cutting edge approach to building ice rink and the maintenance of the ice around the world.
With over 300 floor installations, we install the best quality floor with the most advanced equipment. The iihf arena guide iihf international ice hockey. The cooling effect of the ice will vary depending on the amount of roof insulation as well as the interior temperature, but can reduce surface temperatures by 10f or higher. Affordable and search from millions of royalty free images, photos and vectors. These facilities are typically at the core of local communities and provide endless. I have selected some of the more requested and needed information from our extensive library of documentation and information with the intent of making your job of planning and design both. Even if you are building an ice rink with lumber or plywood, you can still learn a lot from watching a polysteel rink being put together. The lifecycle cost of an ice builders reusable ice logo is less than half of your standard stencil logo. It is named after the wollman family who donated the funds for its original construction.
The investment toward this design approach has shown to quickly return the added construction cost with the total complexs energy performance or has been found to be mandatory for the environmental demands of a skating complex. From the ground up, rinktec is the most qualified contractor to install your rink floor. Many of these rinks are much older and are nearing, if not well past, the expected usable lifetime of the refrigeration. Everything ice ice rink design, construction and installation. Build structure that includes cooling pipes under the concrete rink floor. There are different factors that have to be taken into consideration when working at an ice rink project, the most important being the building, floor and temperature of the area. It offers project descriptions as well as plans and drawings of four different types of arena projects. For two 2 full size rinks, simply double the above requirements. Irs guide to ice rink construction pages 1 50 text. Standard guide for skating and ice hockey playing facilities. Besides recreational ice skating, some of its uses include ice hockey, bandy, rink bandy, ringette, broomball, speed skating, figure skating, ice stock sport and curling as well as exhibitions, contests and ice shows.
Florida hospital center ice and unveiled its new logo. The west fargo sports arena opened for competitive games with great fan fair in november. Creative logo for ice skating club logo design contest. Rink tec is a qualified contractor able to service any system and determine the best and most costefficient options to existing rinks and new construction. Indoor ice arenas are the heart and soul of the ice rink industry. Smart refrigerant selection for ice rinks 20190107 achr.
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