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Eco-Solutions

Eco-Solutions 1: Waste Reduction

GymKidz uses custom-made equipment including (see Figure 3):
• Ladders
• Balancing beams
• Wedges and Barrels

Figure 3: Custom-made equipment.

A common material for such equipment is wood, overlaid with child-safe paint and fire retardant material. The
equipment experiences normal wear and tear when the children walk, roll and tumble over them.

Our Eco-Solution

Refurbishment to extend the lifespan of the equipment. During the refurbishment, extra precaution is needed to
This solution is related to the 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse, ensure equipment is safe for children. The lifespan of
Recycle) concept, and as Mr Alfred Tan, Director School each piece of equipment before refurbishment is about
of Engineering, College East, suggested, a 4th R – one year. Materials required typically include colourful
Recreate. stickers, paint and hinges.

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