To ensure safety during workouts, a gym should maintain, service and repair its equipment fleet. However, in some cases, it is inevitable to replace the equipment.
Why is testing a piece of fitness equipment so important?
Statistics prove: In Germany, most recreational accidents happen during sports - well ahead of other leisure activities such as DIY or gardening. To prevent injuries, you should have the fitness equipment in your gym checked regularly for safety and functionality . If you clean your fitness equipment at regular intervals and make minor repairs as soon as they are needed, you will be able to enjoy your equipment for a long time. But even with the best of care, after a few years it's time to replace the equipment.
Fitness studio: Have equipment reconditioned
What are the components of such fitness equipment maintenance?
The safety and reliability of fitness equipment is paramount when you run a gym. Unlike exercise equipment in a private home, fitness equipment in a professional gym is used very frequently and is therefore sometimes subjected to a lot of wear and tear. In order to guarantee the safety of the equipment, annual maintenance should be performed. Preferably by a professional provider.
Such equipment maintenance usually includes: checking wear parts such as V-belts or flat belts, rubber or rope cables, bushings and ball bearings. As well as the re-adjustment and functional testing of important components. If the maintenance runs smoothly, the fitness equipment receives a test seal. This certifies the safety of the respective equipment.
Fitness equipment: What test seals or certificates are there?
One of these seals is the GS mark, a voluntary safety mark that is valid for a maximum of 5 years. Equipment that bears this test seal meets the standard in terms of safety for the customer. If no GS mark can be awarded after a thorough inspection by a professional service provider, this may indicate that the device should be replaced.
Another quality seal is the TÜV badge, which guarantees the quality, functionality and safety of fitness equipment. After testing, the TÜV seal is valid for a device for a maximum of 4 years. Provided that during this time further regular inspections of fitness equipment take place. If an expert tests a piece of equipment, he draws up an expert opinion. If he cannot award a TÜV badge based on the evaluation of the results, this is an indication to replace the equipment.
Conclusion: When is it necessary to replace equipment?
Equipment in a gym is used very frequently and thus sometimes subjected to a lot of wear and tear. In order not to further damage the fitness equipment, wearing parts should be replaced at regular intervals. In addition, you should have your equipment checked regularly. Test seals such as the TÜV badge ensure the functionality and safety of your fitness equipment.
During maintenance, you can determine when a piece of equipment needs to be replaced. After how many years this is necessary, it is not possible to make a general statement. In general, however, if you invest in the maintenance and care of your equipment, your customers will enjoy it longer.
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Editors fitnessmarkt.de (EA)
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Published on: 5 July 2019