True Facts Regarding Mobile Bleachers

By Sharon Wood


Bleachers are basically raised, tiered bench rows that are usually found at spectator events such as sports fields. Mobile bleachers are basically benches that can be moved from one place to another. They often have a stairway that offer access to the rows of seats often with every step providing access to a set of benches. Bleachers vary from simple planks to complex ones that have backrests. Some do have vertical panels under the seats.

The panels in bleachers can either be partly or fully blocking the ground. For structures with usable space such as gymnasium and changing rooms, full panel coverage is always recommended since it provides privacy which is a priority in such a case. Full coverage provides safety for little children since they may fall. Partially covered structures may also provide the safety needed but they are not that reliable in terms of privacy.

Bleachers have their origin in the 1800s. That term was used to mean an open area seating. There were several different types, including I-beam and frame type varieties. The type was determined by the location and structure of the seats. Frame type varieties are called by that name because they are constructed on a frame structure.

Frame type benches consist of an aluminum tube and/or steel angle understructure. Several factors are to be considered when choosing this type of bleacher for an event. If one is considering them for outdoor use, then maintenance should be a priority. This type of benches is suitable for outdoor use but steel frame bleachers need to be galvanized first to prevent rusting. Galvanizing will ensure its surface can withstand harsh outdoor weather.

By doing this, the structures ensure lower overall cost of ownership verses the wood plank systems. The wood planks require exhaustive maintenance and frequent replacement of the planks. I-beam varieties are larger mostly in soccer, hockey among others. Some of them are custom made with locker rooms underneath them. Some may even extend to having indoor gymnasiums.

For big events, the choice of bleacher is usually very crucial. One should set their expectations and then explore the various options available to them. Fans in any major event will need to have a good viewing event. As such, the sight line is one of the most important factors that should be considered when making a choice. A good viewing experience achieves maximum satisfaction.

Depending on the event being planned, capacity should be well considered. Since sports attract large crowds it will be great to ensure that everyone is comfortably seated and that there are extra bleachers. Extra benches ensures flexibility in case there are more people than the expected number or if the crowd gets too large. People can also move around more easily if there are extra seats left.

Lastly, one should consider how much space is available for placement of the bleachers. The space usually depends on the size of the event. The spot should be big enough so that all the people will fit without congestion. One should usually do their research in abundance before setting out to pick a location.




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