Let Us ‘Work Out’ and Restore Exercise Equipment After a Fire or Water Loss Gym equipment restoration is a viable option for both individuals and commercial gyms after a loss. Flood damage, especially in residential basements, is an all-too-common occurrence that can ruin valuable treadmills, exercise bikes, rowing machines, and other equipment. The team at […]
Gym equipment restoration is a viable option for both individuals and commercial gyms after a loss. Flood damage, especially in residential basements, is an all-too-common occurrence that can ruin valuable treadmills, exercise bikes, rowing machines, and other equipment.
The team at Prism Specialties restores all kinds of electronic devices, including gym equipment. Continue reading for our team’s advice about protecting and recovering commercial and residential gym equipment after a disaster.
Gym owners are in the technology industry. A walk through a local gym reveals dozens of tech-heavy machines that rely on wires and computer chips to operate. Many types of modern exercise equipment include surprisingly complex technology and all of it is at risk after a flood or fire. These loss events can contribute to pervasive exposure to water, chemicals, and, in the case of fire, particles from soot, dust, and debris. In many cases, restoration is an option. This reduces downtime and often allows the insured to get moving again quickly.
Electrical Failure in Gym Equipment
A flood or fire event may not be the end of a treadmill or stationary bike. The key is to move quickly to remove moisture from the electronic components and any moving parts that could be affected by corrosion. Certain elements may not be recoverable, but most modern pieces of equipment offer a degree of modulation that allows for parts replacement by a certified restoration technician.
Structural Damage in Gym Equipment
Perhaps the real challenge in restoring exercise equipment after a flood or fire is structural damage. Intense heat, chemical exposure, and prolonged saturation in water can create both visible and invisible deficiencies in frame integrity. Most often, treadmills use a type of particleboard or medium-density fiberboard in the deck that, once exposed to water, will deteriorate quickly. Any rubber elements of gym equipment are likely to warp in the heat of a fire, creating a risk of snapping or allowing for increased wear. Fortunately, it’s usually no problem to find replacement parts for these components.
One additional electrical issue stems from lightning strikes. While a normal surge protector will keep treadmills and other pieces of exercise equipment safe, there are some problems. The changes in electrical demand by exercise equipment can trip the surge protector, shutting off power to every device that is currently plugged in. Power loss causes the track to stop quickly, which can result in serious injury for the runner. This leads many industrial and residential environments to eschew the use of a surge protector, leaving their equipment vulnerable.
If surge protection is not in place, it is good practice to unplug the treadmill or other devices with variable loads when not in use. This will safeguard the equipment from unexpected power surges without the additional barrier of a surge protector.
When it comes to inspecting and restoring gym equipment after a loss, trust an expert to assess the electrical and structural damage and assist in making the right decision between restoration and replacement. To learn more, call us at (888) 826-9429 or contact us online today.
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