PADDED GRATE DRAINAGE SYSTEM FOR WATER RIDES

摘要

A padded grating system comprising sheets of multiple composite members secured together with multiple support bars or battens, wherein each composite member preferably consists of an elongated rigid bar with a foam layer adhered thereto which are encapsulated by a PVC or plastic water impervious tube or sleeve that has been heated and shrunk thereon. The sheets are specifically designed to be used in connection with water rides such as the FlowRider® and can be modularly installed on site to cover certain drainage areas. The composite members are preferably made by gluing the rigid bars onto a sheet of foam and cutting the foam sheet to form the composite members, and after the tube or sleeve has been heat shrunk around each one, the ends of the composite members are then cut and sealed.

主权项

1. A drainage system for use in connection with water rides comprising:
multiple composite members wherein each member has a substantially rigid bar and a foam pad adhered thereto, wherein both are encapsulated within a waterproof outer layer; wherein said multiple composite members are positioned longitudinally parallel to each other and connected to at least two support bars, wherein a predetermined space is provided between each composite member to form a sheet of composite members; and wherein each sheet of composite members is cut to a predetermined length, and a sealant or shrink cap is provided to seal each end of said composite members.