How to Install an Indoor Playground？| Insights by FEIFAN

The installation of an indoor playground involves pre-installation preparation, on-site assembly, and final inspection. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

I. Pre-Installation Preparation

1. Venue & Design Confirmation

- Venue Survey: Measure precise dimensions, floor load capacity, and ceiling height to ensure compatibility with the equipment.

- Design Review: Verify equipment layout, safety exits, fire escape routes, and obstacle positions to avoid conflicts with the actual space.

2. Equipment & Tool Preparation

- Inventory Check: Cross-reference all components (frames, soft padding, accessories) against the manufacturer’s checklist to ensure nothing is missing.

- Tool Readiness: Prepare basic tools (wrenches, drills), measuring instruments (levels, tape measures), and lifting tools (if required for large-scale equipment).

II. Core Installation Steps

1. Floor & Foundation Work

- Protective Matting: Clean the area, then lay EVA/foam cushioning mats as tightly as possible (no gaps).

- Foundation Securing (If Needed): For large equipment, pour concrete foundations or anchor column bases with expansion bolts to ensure load stability.

2. Main Frame Assembly

- Numbered Assembly: Sort components by the manufacturer’s labels, then install vertical columns first, followed by horizontal pipes. Use a level to ensure verticality (deviation ≤10mm).

- Reinforce Connections: Tighten all joints with matching fasteners (bolts, clips) to ensure the frame is stable.

3. Functional Equipment Installation

- Layered Assembly: Start from the ground level, installing slides, climbing nets, ball pits, and playhouses sequentially. Smooth sharp edges at joints.

- Electrical Setup: For lights or interactive devices, have a professional electrician handle wiring and test power stability.

4. Safety Protection Installation

- Safety Nets & Padding: Cover gaps on elevated platforms with nylon safety nets; wrap columns and corners with foam padding.

- Cushioning Checks: Lay thick mats at slide exits and trampoline areas.

III. Testing & Inspection

1. Functional Testing

- Equipment Trial Runs: Check slide smoothness, rotating equipment stability, and functionality of lights/sound systems.

- Load Testing: Apply pressure to platforms for 1 hour to confirm no deformation.

2. Safety Inspection

- Professional Review: Have the installation team or a third party verify structural stability and safety compliance (e.g., ISO 9001, SGS standards).

- Documentation: Keep photos of the installation process and inspection reports for future maintenance.

Installation Options

- Professional Team Installation: Ideal for spaces >150㎡. Manufacturers provide technical guidance for efficient, reliable setup.

DIY Installation: Suitable for small venues. Follow the manufacturer’s video/manual (pre-numbered parts + 3D diagrams), and request post-installation verification from the manufacturer.