The Corkeen system has several advantages when compared to conventional rubber-based retained fall protection systems. Cork is hypoallergenic and, even when exposed to high temperatures, does not release odors. Being a natural insulator, it allows the reduction of the surface temperature by more than 20% when compared…

Corkeen system replaces rubber flooring in a school playground

Municipality chose Corkeen system as an alternative to rubber surfaces in children's playgrounds

Testing cork instead of rubber asphalt in playgrounds   Corkeen, as an eco-friendly solution, was tested in a playground in Oslo as an alternative to rubber.   See more

- Most natural components in the system. - Drainage capacity - Smell less than rubber system - Lower temperature - Lightweight material - Lower costs regarding maintenance if compared with loose material like sand or barch.

After removing the old rubber floor, Corkeen Play Original was installed in situ by SONESDI (SQUAIRE Services network), the Corkeen Regional Distributor in Aquitaine. The system consists of two layers, a shock-absorbing base layer and a wear-resistant top layer. It complies with EN1176 and EN117 safety standards and ha…

"I think Sweden is one of the leading countries regarding finding a solution for more environmentally friendly products for playgrounds. We have cities and municipalities that have forbidden artificial grass and rubber as products for playgrounds. The ban represents always such an effort to reduce the raise of micropla…

This innovative and revolutionary surfacing system for playgrounds also complies with EN1176 and EN1177 standards and has been designed so that all children can play safely. Corkeen does not contain any toxic or chemical substances, such as heavy metals, EDCs, TVOCs, formaldehyde, or PAHs, which means that it is a comp…

The distinction was given in an innovation competition promoted by the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency, which considered Corkeen as a safe, sustainable, and environmentally friendly solution. Sweden is one of the leading countries regarding finding a solution for more environmentally friendly products for playg…

The existing wooden fence around the playground was subject to renovation works and kept there. New equipment was also installed, whose choice took into account the sustainable origin of the wood used in its manufacture and the possibility of being able to be used by children of all ages and abilities, promoting health…

The system incorporates 90% natural cork, and is completely free from all types of toxins and chemicals such as heavy metals, EDC, T-VOC, formaldehyde or PAH. Even the smallest cork granules are used as a valuable energy source.  Over 60% of our energy needs are met through use of biomass (cork dust), which is a CO2 ne…