Rain can quickly delay sports when they are played outdoors by making conditions more dangerous. As well as disrupting play, the water can damage playing surfaces and make them unusable for a period of time. Both of these issues need to be avoided or teams can find they aren’t able to play as often as they like.
The easiest solution to both problems is to use waterproof covers to protect pitches. You could opt for a permanent cover that will shelter the pitch all year round, or a telescopic one that can be closed at the click of a button when necessary. Both options are effective and mean that people can continue to participate in a variety of sports regardless of the weather.
Telescopic covers are very popular because they are immensely flexible. When the weather is favourable, you can leave the pitch open to the elements and let people play in the sun. If the forecast changes and rain or snow is expected, you can click a button and the roof will close quickly so games don’t need to be postponed or called off completely.
Retractable roofs have become immensely popular and can be seen on stadiums and sports venues all around the world. The first sports venue to have one was the Civic Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US. It was completed in 1961 and became the home of the NHL’s Pittsburgh Penguins in 1967. The arena hosted ice hockey, basketball and a number of other events before being closed in 2010 and demolished.
Telescopic covers are particularly popular for sports that need to be played on real grass. These surfaces cannot be permanently covered because the grass needs sunlight to grow and thrive. The majority of the time they can be left uncovered but rain and bad weather would disrupt play if a roof was not in place. Having one that can be in place in minutes on request is the best solution.
At CopriSystems we are proud to offer waterproof covers for all kinds of sports pitches. We can provide fixed and telescopic domes in a range of sizes, making them suitable for a variety of pitch layouts. Each dome is made from the highest quality materials and is designed to be durable and hardwearing to protect pitches for a long time, giving you a great return on your investment.
