Home operations info the following documents have been assembled to help manage and plan your operations and are the result 25 plus years in the ice rink business. Standard guide for skating and ice hockey playing facilities. Novice rink operators are generally unaware of how a ice rink piping system is constructed and attribute high and low spots in their ice surface to inconsistent zamboni drivers or heavy rink use. 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. Explains how to design safer projects to minimise and manage hazards to workers and the public. Early attempts at the construction of artificial ice rinks were first made in the rink. The schedule for construction runs from january, 2012 until september, 20. For two 2 full size rinks, simply double the above requirements. Nov 02, 2015 backyard ice rink, by joe proulx is more than a stepbystep guide to building an ice rink in your backyard.
Ice manual of construction materials the second title in thomas telfords ground breaking ice manuals series. 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. 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. One of the most experienced rink engineering, construction and renovation companies in the world, ice. In sweden, similar technology was applied in backvallen ice rink in 2006 and the other two ice rinks tingvalla ice stadium, goransson arena were built on this. Minnesota ice partners with architects, engineers and general contractors to provide you a one stop shop for all of your ice rink project needs. 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. This saves on operation and construction costs and unnecessary expenditures. Unless you are talking about an outdoor ice rink, then they may be comparable. It further offers plans as well as links and contacts to help you proceed in the process of building an. The ice rink side of the rink board panel is faced with 0. Before the outside metal panels are installed, this vapor barrier must be placed on both the roof and sidewalls. Basic building information, scheduling, and estimating are the focus of this assignment. Everything ice ice rink design, construction and installation.
The ralston arena is a cityowned, state of the art facility located in ralston, nebraska, an omaha suburb. An ice rink or ice skating rink is a frozen body of water andor hardened chemicals where. Hot and cold water supply should be supplied from a single plumbing outlet, permitting the operator easy control of the water temperature with. The pegula ice arena is a three story, 228,000 sf indoor ice arena. 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. This orientation will minimize the number of south facing rink boards if rink boards areinstalled, which reflect the suns rays onto the ice surface. How to build an ice rink iihf international ice hockey. The rink pdf download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi.
This section is designed to inform about the actual construction requirements for an ice rink. Responsibilities of volunteer teams supporting the rink 4. Everything ice is your single source for all items related to ice rink design and construction. Curling sheets are 14 x 146 but are usually laid out. Basic ice rink construction j burley has produced this quick overview of minimum design criteria for the building. Written and edited by a wide selection of leading specialists in each field, the ice manual of construction materials covers each of the key materials used in construction, detailing their properties and application in a civil and structural engineering context, and referencing the most uptodate standards governing their use in construction. Prosport dynamic prosport customized prosport inline. All photographs and content are the exclusive ownership of ice rink construction t 8142441407 f 8142604112 send us an email. Part of the ice manuals series, ice manual of health and safety in construction, second edition is the essential reference for clients, project managers, designers, contractors and subcontractors. It is a concept that offers modern comfort to visitors, both active and passive, through modern ice rink construction techniques.
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. Welcome to iron sleeks parks and recs click to see gallery pics. 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. Usfs members may order a printed copy of the 2012 u. Dont rely on input to the architect guaranteeing the building success, rely on experience. It would be easy to right a book on the proper way to design a skating and recreation facility. Synthetic ice rink united states cmh rink builders. 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. The jaap eden ice skating rink is amsterdams largest and bestknown ice skating centre featuring an outdoor 400metre rink open october to march, an indoor. 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 backyard ice skating. Rink management energy reports all photographs and content are the exclusive ownership of ice rink construction t 8142441407 f 8142604112. Irs guide to ice rink construction published by ice rink supply, 20150821 08. 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.
Austin parsons abstract there are thousands of indoor ice rink arenas in the united states, canada, and europe. 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. Ice rink, refrigeration, heat load, power consumption, energy efficiency, modelling, measurement. Where practical, the long axis of a rink should run in a northsouth direction. It considers that although the center has been primarily used as an ice rink in the past, it is expected to also serve as a community recreation center. Iron sleek parks and recs focuses on bigger rink packages for schools, parks, churches, and country clubs.
Instructional books were published, and the first skate club was founded in. New ice arena construction architecture, design, engineering, construction and management. Msr rental skate racks, ice edger, skate sharpener, complete goal frame packages for both rinks, luminice base coat ice paint and ultimate vinyl inice graphics. Ice manual of health and safety in construction ice manuals. We utilize all the latest technology for laser precision accuracy, and cost efficiency.
For a full size rink and a 120 x 60 studio rink, the minimum should be 270 gallons o f hot water per hour. The prototype is a product of a marketing approach. No person shall deface, damage, destroy or, without the permission of the owner or user, remove the logbook from the plant. In 2018, steppe arena llc, a mongolian company engaged in sports and cultural events, launched a project to build indoor ice hockey rink in country as their first project. 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. Ventilation and air quality in indoor ice skating arenas chunxin yang, ph. There are two general types of rink floors the open and the closed or permanent type. This essential two volume work is a single stop, comprehensive reference for practicing engineers. Getting to this exciting moment took 11 months of construction and included many complex steps, from assembling the mechanical pieces that regulate the. Minnesota ice is your expert in design and construction of all kinds of ice rink types. Designed to maintain ice up to 50f or less you will have consistent and reliable ice for 4 to 5 months in the winter. One of the most experienced rink engineering, construction and renovation companies in the world, ice builders is respected industrywide for our engineering strengths, attention to detail.
The county of brant does not supply perimeter boards for outdoor ice rinks. Custom ice permanent ice rink systems give you the ability to enjoy your space all year long. Ice rink design the rink pros the rink pros maclaughlin. Revised edition iihf ice rink guide is based on the iihf ice rink manual, originated by the 2002. I work in construction, and can tell you the ice rink would cost 10x more to build minimum, and likely 20x more to maintain. 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 running an ice rink both easier and. The open rink is usually built outdoors and is used only for ice skating.
Therefore, the analysis takes into account factors that may affect either the ice rink or the community center. The national average for the design of an ice arena ranges from 812 months. Ventilation and air quality in indoor ice skating arenas. Figure skating rulebook, tests book andor directory. From community and outdoor ice rinks, to college ice rinks and major municipal ice arenas, ice builders delivers quality and value is in a class by itself. Click download or read online button to get the rink pdf book now. Iron sleek provides outdoor ice rink solutions for natural ice on any type of surface while accommodating up to nhl size rinks.
The worldwide leader for innovative ice rink design, engineering and construction from community and outdoor ice rinks, to college ice rinks and major municipal ice arenas, ice builders delivers quality and value is in a class by itself. Radiant heat transmitted from the arena ceiling into the ice sheet is a major ice floor load. Please see our resource page for helpful documents at it relates to the design and construction of ice. Rinkbright technology saves up to 85% in direct electricity use over metal halide and as much as 20% more on temperature and humidity control. Operations info the following documents have been assembled to help manage and plan your operations and are the result 25 plus years in the ice rink business. Internationally applicable practical advice is illustrated using case study examples. Cmh rink builders specializes in ice rink piping fabrication, arena floor construction, and portable ice rink installations. The following documents have been assembled to help manage and plan your operations and are the result 25 plus years in the ice rink business. It should be safe, comfortable and give visitors the opportunity to enjoy their. With more than 30 years experience and over 900 rink installations, we have the necessary expertise to guide your team from concept to completion.
This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. Irs guide to ice rink construction pages 51 56 text. We would be happy to join you where ever you are in you ice rink journey. Ice speed skating, which had developed in the netherlands in the 17th century, was given a boost by the innovations in skate construction. Operations info ice rink design, construction and installation. Because of its multilayer construction ice rinks are susceptible to cool floor leaks and ground heaves associated with subfloor heat problems. Ice rink contractors ice rink builders ice rink construction. 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. Check with ice rink supply for the best quality, yet most affordable rink boards. The book will motivate, caution, prepare, and entertain. Pdf ice hockey has a long history dating back to the 1880s in canada and europe. Rink designers realize that once the pipe runs are buried in concrete, it is costly to rip up the concrete floor and replace corroded, leaking sections. Irs guide to ice rink construction pages 1 50 text. Artificial ice skate rinks concrete construction magazine.
In the warmer months, the same concrete pad can be used for a variety of sports. Outdoor community rink manual community services department. Additionally, information and considerations on materials, structure, and space requirements are given. The west fargo sports arena opened for competitive games with great fan fair in november. Ice rink design the rink pros maclaughlin management. Pdf ice hockey skate, stick design and performance measures. Residential permanent custom ice permanent ice rink systems give you the ability to enjoy your space all year long.
The 4 factors analyzed are construction, maintenance issues, financing requirements, and environmental considerations. 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 running an ice. The rink should be an appealing place to all potential visitors. Expertise on rink location, construction, and maintenance. The major sports markets we serve include ice hockey and recreational skating and inline hockey. It offers project descriptions as well as plans and drawings of four different types of arena projects. One of the first steps when starting to work at an ice rink project is the ice rink planning and design. Discusses ice skating, including its history and its various forms such as. 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. A 300watt rinkbright fixture can easily replace a 1,000watt metal halide. Construction is projected to be finished within 16 months and the facility is expected to open in 2021. An indepth look at building a competition ice rink november 28, 2017. Building cost and maintaining cost of a standard ice rink.
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