ZebraBeats - Zebra Mats Canada

ZebraBeats
the Competition
More successful martial arts facilities recognize that the superior
performance of Zebra’s Pro Series™ MMA Mats is great for business.
The Compound
MMA & Fitness Center
Oceanside, CA
Florian Martial Arts Center
Brookline, MA
An independent study pits the Zebra
Pro Series™ MMA Mat against a
leading roll-out MMA mat.
Round 1
CYCLES
0
1,000
Support Firmness
86
79
(5/16” – 3/16”) - lbs
Percent Change
—
Cumulated Dimple
2
1/16 inches
2,000
3,000
CYCLES 4,000
ness
1,000
CYCLES 2,000
86
Support
Firmness
79
76
ge
—
-8.1
% Change
-11.6 %
Percent
mple
2
Cumulated
Dimple
2
2
- lbs
75Support Firmness
67
85
87
(5/16” – 3/16”) - lbs
-12.8
%
Change
-22.1
— Percent
2.4 %%
3
13Cumulated 1Dimple
1/16 inches
1/16 inches
2,000
3,000
4,000
5000
1/16 inches
3,000
4,000
0 CYCLES1,000
(5/16” – 3/16”) - lbs
1,000
Evaluating durability, the testing company systematically pounded mats for 5,000 cycles with a
76
75Support Firmness
67
6786
79
76
75
67
67
ram-head
adjusted
to- lbsreplicate
a 200-lb.
load.
Measurements
were
taken every thousand cycles
(5/16” – 3/16”)
to determine
change
in
firmness
of% the-22.1
mat.
the report explained, “A negative
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a softening
of the2 mat…”2
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3Cumulated Dimple
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3
3
3
Roll-out
0
50000
Cung Le Training Center
Milpitas, CA
Zebra
3,000
5000
0
• After 5,000 cycles, the roll-out measured a -22.1% change.
4,000 ™ MMA
5000
Series
Mat measured a +3.5% change.
4,000
1,000
2,000
• The5000
Zebra 3,000
Pro
5000
0
2,000
1,000
2,000
3,000
CYCLES 4,000
67
8686
Firmness
79
84Support
8576
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1.2—%
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-11.6
-1.2
Percent
% % Change
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%%
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—
%%
1 32
Dimple
2
1 Cumulated
1 2
3 13
Translation?
-22.1
-22.1%
2.4 %%
1.2 %
-1.2 %
0.0 % ™ 3.5 %
The Zebra
Pro
Series
MMA Mat maintained its firmness/
3
1 integrity
1 3 more
1 than1 5 times
3 longer than the roll-out mat.
1,000
3,000
4,000
5000
84
85
88
75
8885
(5/16” – 3/16”) - lbs
1/16 inches
67
87
67
86
84
85
88
Data: Cornell Test Results
ness
- lbs
ge
mple
0
1,000
2,000
85
87
86
—
2.4 %
1.2 %
1
1
3,000
CYCLES 4,000
50000
2,000
Round 2
84Support Firmness
85
(5/16” – 3/16”) - lbs
8885
87
86
-1.2Percent
%
Change
0.0 %
1
3.5—
%
2.4 %
%
%
0.0 %
3.5 %
Assessing
the
safety1.2of
the-1.2two
mats,
a headform,
simulating the size and weight of a competitor’s
1
1
1
1 6 feet3 onto the Zebra and roll-out mats. During each drop,
dropped
from
a height
of
an accelerometer measured peak g-force. The lower the peak g-force, the more energy the mat
absorbed and the less the headform bounced. Both attributes are key to competitor safety.
1 Cumulated Dimple
1 head,3 was
1
1/16 inches
• In 6 tests, the roll-out mat measured an average of 514.5 Gs.
• The Zebra Pro Series™ MMA Mat measured an average of 217.6 Gs.
6’ drop
Gs
Roll-out
Zebra
Translation?
The Zebra Pro Series™ MMA Mat absorbed twice as much shock
as the Roll-out mat.
Data: Environ Laboratories, LLC
We Have a Winner
See more
comparisons on pg. 2
With independent tests proving that the Zebra Pro Series™
MMA Mats outlast and absorb twice as much shock as
roll-out mats, Zebra Mats are the undisputed champions of
durability, safety and performance.
Create the foundation for a
world-class training facility.
For more information, visit
www.zebramats.com
or call 1-800-989-8085 today.
Why Choose Zebra Over Roll-out Mats?
SuperiorSpecs
• Dimensions: 39.4in. x 78.8in. (1m x 2m)
• Cover: 19oz. PVC vinyl with woven polyester backing directly bonded to core.
• Core: 12-15lb./cu. ft. density re-bonded foam.
• Seal: Thermally sealed on all surfaces to resist moisture absorption.
• Underside: High-grade 29oz., waffle patterned, latex rubber anti-slip material directly bonded
to sealed mat.
• Warranty: 3-year full warranty against manufacturing defects; 6-year limited warranty.
• Performance/Safety: Meets or exceeds the specifications of the International Judo Federation for
use in competitions; tested for flammability per ASTM E 648-99 and meets NFPA 101 Class II
for flame spread.
SuperiorTechnology
• Zebra Mats are made with 12-15lb./cu. ft. density re-bonded foam core. The roll-out mat is made
with an approximate 2lb. density foam core. Therefore, Zebra Mats have up to 7.5 times more
foam per cubic foot! This leads to a safer and more shock absorbent mat.
• Zebra Mats utilize an open cell foam technology, which is not affected by temperature changes.
Roll-out mats use a closed cell technology, meaning they contain tiny air bubbles inside, and they
expand in the heat and shrink in the cold. Also, because of their closed cell construction, when
a force hits a roll-out mat, one of two things occurs: (1) The mat rejects the force, and the falling
object (person) absorbs most of the shock and is repelled. (2) The mat compresses so much that
the air bubbles burst and break down. The air will never come back because the cell (air pocket)
is permanently damaged. When an object falls on a Zebra Mat, the mat compresses and absorbs
the shock (open cell technology allows air to rush out). When the object is removed from the mat,
air rushes back in and the mat regains its full shape and firmness.
• The Zebra Mat surface is made with a 19oz. durable vinyl that is resistant to tears and provides
both superb performance and sure footedness. The roll-out mat’s tatami surface is very rough and
abrasive, while its smooth surface option is very slippery when wet.
• Zebra Mats are environmentally friendly – their foam cores are made of 100% recycled products.
Zebra Mat
SuperiorWorkmanship
• The Zebra Mat is fully sealed to prevent the elements from getting into the foam of the mat.
The roll-out mat has three sides of fully exposed foam.
• Zebra Mats don’t need Velcro or tape. Roll-out mats need to be taped together. Although
they claim to be “seamless”, there are seams every 6ft. that need to be taped, and retaped very often. When Zebra Mats are laid wall to wall, or a simple, inexpensive mat
frame is used, the Zebra Mat system is the best performing solution on the market.
• Zebra Mats will last 10-15 years, whereas roll-out mats will only last 3-4 years before
needing to be replaced.
SuperiorChoice
Roll-out Mat
• If a roll-out mat gets damaged, an entire 40ft. roll needs to be replaced (expensive).
If you damage a Zebra Mat, one small 1m x 2m section can be replaced (inexpensive).
• If you expand your facility, you can easily add a few more Zebra Mats to your floor to
increase square footage. If you move locations, you can easily pick up your Zebra Mats
and take them with you. With a roll-out mat system, you will need to re-fit your entire gym
if custom cutting is involved. Zebra Mats can be cut to fit any size area per recommended
cutting instructions.
• Zebra Mats were designed specifically for use in commercial grade, professional martial
arts facilities. Roll-out mats were designed specifically for use in temporary wrestling
facilities where mats need to be moved daily. Why sacrifice safety, durability, and
performance for portability when you plan to use them permanently?
Create the foundation for a world-class training facility.
For more information, visit
www.zebramats.com
or call 1-800-989-8085 today.