Specify the track system for the intended level of use before deciding on layer thickness. A 100 m straight may form part of a school training facility or a competition venue. The project specification and relevant performance requirements determine the build-up.
Distinguish the wearing layer from the full system
A bonded EPDM wearing layer may sit over a separate resilient layer and a prepared base. Drawings and quotations should list the depth of each layer and the total depth of the synthetic surface so suppliers and installers price the same system. For the material decisions that go with the layer build-up, see how to select running track granules.
Confirm the specification and acceptance checks
Review the system documentation, base tolerances and drainage. Where competition certification is required, use the governing body’s technical documents and agree what product evidence and field tests the facility needs.
Check before installation
Confirm the granule grading, binder and installation instructions for the chosen system. Record the specified thickness and how it will be checked on site. Resolve variations around transitions, edges or repaired areas before laying the surface. Once coverage is confirmed, use the EPDM granule estimating example to calculate order quantities by layer.
World Athletics technical documents
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