When planning a Family Entertainment Center (FEC), choosing the right type of play equipment not only determines the customer base that the venue can attract, but also directly affects the return on operations. As the industry's leading indoor amusement equipment manufacturer, we have concluded from our experience of thousands of projects that there are three core elements to consider when choosing the right type of equipment:

1. The age group of the children.

2. the condition of the location site.

3. and the program budget.

First, different age groups, choose different experience content

There are significant differences in the physical development, interests and safety needs of children of different ages, a reasonable configuration of the equipment, is the key to attracting more age groups of children.

0-3 years old infants and toddlers:

Children at this stage are more suitable for soft, safe and visually stimulating areas, all equipment needs to have rounded edges and corners and cushioning protection in place.

1.Toddler Zone

2.EPP soft block assembly area

3.Small slide

4.Sensory equipment

4-8 years old children:

can be added to the more interactive projects, this stage of the child began to like to explore, but still need to focus on the sense of security and easy to operate.

1. Labyrinth

2. Wave pool

3.Small climbing wall

4.Suspension bridge

5. Dynamic slides, etc.

9-12 years old school children:

For more challenging programs, and interactive projection facilities to enhance their sense of achievement and social experience.

1.Trampoline Park

2.Ninja Course

3.Large climbing structure (rock-hugging, fun climbing)

Teenagers over 13 years old visit with their parents and children:

1.Virtual Reality (VR)

2.AR projection game,

3.Multiplayer competitive game area,

4.Rope adventure program, etc.

Reinforcing the sense of parental companionship is the focus of the long-term operation of family consumption places.

Second, the site conditions determine the equipment layout and combination of forms

Storey height:

The net height of the site affects the choice of projects, such as climbing wall, rope park, ninja challenge course, etc. on the height of the minimum requirements, it is recommended that the storey height of 4.5 meters or more; and infants and toddlers area can be utilized to do the function of the layout of the space of 2.8 m to 3.5 m. The space of 2.8 m to 3.5 m can be utilized to do the layout of the function.

Shape and Pillar Distribution:

Long, L-shaped or shaped space can be reasonably laid out through customized design, such as using the wall for rock climbing, rope net or maze area between pillars, to enhance space utilization.

Entrance, exit and pedestrian flow:

The entrance is recommended to set up eye-catching experience devices (such as rotating slides, ball pools, lighted interactive channels) to stimulate the children's interest at first sight, and at the same time, it is convenient for the parents to take a rest and observe in the waiting area.

Reasonable prioritization of equipment from the budget dimension

Low budget project (20,000-50,000 USD):

Suitable for setting up a small parent-child play area, with priority given to combination slides, EPP blocks area and soft toy combinations, with low investment and flexible operation.

Medium Budget (50,000-150,000 USD):

covers 1,000-3,000 sq. ft. and introduces a combination of interactive slides, small trampoline areas, climbing areas and mazes, with a small amount of electronic play equipment to enhance the diversity of the experience.

High-budget projects (150,000 USD or more):

Can create a themed large-scale FEC, equipped with a comprehensive trampoline park, Ninja, multi-layer adventure maze, AR interactive projection, etc., suitable for regional flagship stores, chain brands, commercial complexes, etc.

Conclusion: Customized design is the core secret of the success of the FEC

IMAGI Playground has always insisted that “customize the most suitable solution according to the venue and customer needs”, not only provide the whole process service from planning, design, production, installation to after-sales, but also tailor-made equipment solutions that meet ASTM and EN safety standards.

Whether you are a first time investor or are upgrading an existing park, we can provide you with the most cost-effective solution. Contact our project consultants for free design planning and professional advice, and we will be happy to welcome you.