What are the boards on a hockey rink called?
The “side boards” are the boards along the two long sides of the rink. The half boards are the boards halfway between the goal line and blue line. The sections of the rink located behind each goal are called the “end boards”. The boards that are curved (near the ends of the rink) are called the “corner boards”.
What kind of glass is used in NHL arenas?
tempered glass
In today’s market, there are two approved types of glass used in hockey rinks, tempered glass, and Plexiglas. Tempered glass goes through the process known as tempering, which involves the successive heating and cooling of glass to strengthen it.
How thick is the glass around a hockey rink?
Glass in a hockey rink is typically between 1/2″ and 5/8″ thick. It’s also 8 feet tall.
What material is used for hockey boards?
High Density PolyEthylene
Puckboard, sometimes called arena board or hockey board, is a versatile, adaptive plastic material. Made of sturdy HDPE (High Density PolyEthylene), puckboard is tough resilient, and can take a beating without cracking or breaking even in freezing temperature.
What is NHL rink glass made of?
Plexiglas Plexiglass
Plexiglas. Plexiglass is acrylic plastic sheets that are used to line the ends of the rink. One piece of Plexiglas is ½ inch thick and eight feet tall. Since Plexiglass are mounted on the outside of the boards and held together by supports, it tends to be better at absorbing impact than tempered glass.
How much do hockey boards cost?
The price will depend on your overall size. A good rule of thumb is to plan to spend about $70 per linear foot for the regular ProWall® boards (great for dek hockey, ball hockey, and roller hockey) and $95 per linear foot for ProWall-ICE® (used for outdoor ice hockey).
How much does a NHL glass panel weigh?
Arena Facts Each sheet of glass is four feet by six feet, which makes the pane weigh approximately 170 pounds.
How tall is the glass on a hockey rink?
The ideal height of the boards above the ice surface shall be forty-two inches (42″). Affixed to the boards and extending vertically shall be approved safety glass extending eight feet (8′) above the boards at each end of the rink and not less than five feet (5′) along both sides of the rink.
How much does NHL glass weigh?
What is the barrier around an ice rink called?
The wooden barriers erected around natural ice surfaces for early hockey games gave the modern feature their name, the boards.
What can you use for rink boards?
Rink Board Materials I Used
- 7 sheets of 5/8″ thick plywood (4 feet x 8 feet)
- 22 pieces of two-by-fours, each measuring 12 feet in length (total of 256 feet) to be used for framing the back of my boards since I wanted my boards to be very strong.
- Outdoor wood paint with strong adhesion and penetration, and waterproof.
How much does an NHL Board ad cost?
The cost for a 4′ x 8′ advertisement on the Arena Walls is $746 per year (plus HST). The cost for a 3′ x 8′ advertisement on the Arena Boards is $746 per year (plus HST). The cost for rink board advertising when purchasing 15 spaces or more is $392..
How often can I flood my rink?
I try to flood my rink a minimum of twice per week. I always plan my flooding around weather conditions and temperatures that are appropriate for rink flooding. Flooding your rink on nights when the weather and temperature are appropriate for flooding produces the best results.
How much does an ice skating rink cost?
Ideally, ice skating rinks save money by buying or renting a location in a commercial real estate area. According to the Ice Skating Institute, the cost for a single surface ice skating arena is between $2 and $4 million, while a twin surface ice skating area costs between $5 and $7 million.
Why choose custom ice for your rink boards?
From full sized NHL rink boards to hockey training and portable boards for private use, Custom Ice has the right boards system to suit your rink and your budget. With full CADD capabilities we custom design each system to fit in your available space and to suit your style of ice rink. Call or email us today for more information.
Where can I see our show-case hockey rinks and rink boards?
If you would like to see some of our show-case hockey rinks and hockey rink board installations, you can visit Our Rinks page on this website. MBI has designed and fabricates excellent high-density aesthetic and affordable plastic rink boards.
What are the different types of rink boards?
Our unique rink boards are offered in different sizes and shapes, and are made from different materials such as plastic, wood, and vinyl. Assembly and disassembly are different for different types of hockey boards.