ASTM F2772-11(2019)

Standard Specification for Athletic Performance Properties of Indoor Sports Floor Systems

SCOPE
1.1 This specification establishes levels for athletic performance properties of multi-purpose indoor sports floor systems excluding turf and materials specific to running tracks and tennis courts.  
1.2 The methods described are applicable in both the laboratory and field unless otherwise stated.  
1.3 Units—The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.  
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.  
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Nov-2019
• ICS: 97.220.10 - Sports facilities
• Technical Committee: F08 - Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities
• Drafting Committee: F08.52 - Miscellaneous Playing Surfaces

Relations

• Replaces: ASTM F2772-11 - Standard Specification for Athletic Performance Properties of Indoor Sports Floor Systems
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2019
• Refers: ASTM F2569-11(2019) - Standard Test Method for Evaluating the Force Reduction Properties of Surfaces for Athletic Use
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2019
• Refers: ASTM F2157-09(2018) - Standard Specification for Synthetic Surfaced Running Tracks
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2018
• Refers: ASTM F2117-10(2017) - Standard Test Method for Vertical Rebound Characteristics of Sports Surface/Ball Systems; Acoustical Measurement
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2017
• Refers: ASTM F2569-11 - Standard Test Method for Evaluating the Force Reduction Properties of Surfaces for Athletic Use
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2011
• Refers: ASTM F2117-10 - Standard Test Method for Vertical Rebound Characteristics of Sports Surface/Ball Systems; Acoustical Measurement
• Effective Date: 01-Jun-2010
• Refers: ASTM F2157-09 - Standard Specification for Synthetic Surfaced Running Tracks
• Effective Date: 01-Jan-2009
• Refers: ASTM F2157-08 - Standard Specification for Synthetic Surfaced Running Tracks
• Effective Date: 15-Jun-2008
• Refers: ASTM F2569-07 - Standard Test Method for Evaluating the Force Reduction Properties of Surfaces for Athletic Use
• Effective Date: 15-Jul-2007
• Refers: ASTM F2157-02 - Standard Specification for Synthetic Surfaced Running Tracks
• Effective Date: 10-Jun-2002
• Refers: ASTM F2117-01 - Standard Test Method for Vertical Rebound Characteristics of Sports Surface/Ball Systems; Acoustical Measurement (Withdrawn 2010)
• Effective Date: 10-Jun-2001

Overview

ASTM F2772-11(2019), Standard Specification for Athletic Performance Properties of Indoor Sports Floor Systems, is a specification developed by ASTM International to define performance criteria for multi-purpose indoor sports flooring. This standard sets benchmarks for key properties such as force reduction, ball rebound, vertical deformation, and surface finish effect, ensuring consistent athletic performance and safety across various flooring systems. The specification applies to sports flooring systems other than turf, running tracks, and tennis court surfaces and considers both laboratory and field test methods.

Key Topics

• Force Reduction

  • Evaluates the flooring system's ability to absorb impact forces, which helps reduce the risk of athletic injury.
  • Assessed using the laboratory and field-based test methods for consistent performance results.

• Ball Rebound

  • Measures the rebound performance of balls on the surface, correlating with desirable gameplay characteristics in sports like basketball or volleyball.

• Vertical Deformation

  • Assesses the vertical movement of the surface under load, which impacts athlete stability and injury risk.

• Surface Finish Effect

  • Refers to the slip and skid resistance of the flooring, contributing to both safety and performance.

• Classification of Floor Types

  • Point-elastic: Surfaces comprised of elastic layers, such as poured urethane or rubber sheeting.
  • Area-elastic: Rigid layers (e.g., wood) supported by resilient components.
  • Combination-elastic: Composite systems combining elements of point and area-elastic constructions.

• Uniformity and Performance Levels

  • Specifies acceptable ranges and uniformity requirements for each property throughout the installation.

• Test Methods and Conditions

  • Laboratory and field procedures must comply with specific ASTM and ISO standards, ensuring accuracy and repeatability.

Applications

• Indoor Sports Facilities

  • Ensures flooring systems in gyms, basketball courts, multi-purpose halls, and similar environments meet athletically relevant performance standards.
  • Supports selection and specification of new flooring materials during construction or renovation.

• Product Development and Quality Assurance

  • Enables manufacturers to design sports floors that reliably meet international specifications for safety, performance, and durability.
  • Facilitates routine testing to maintain performance over time.

• Facility Management and Compliance

  • Provides facility managers and building owners with criteria to evaluate installed flooring systems, confirm compliance with regulatory or league standards, and document performance for safety audits.

• Athlete Safety and Performance Optimization

  • Contributes to reduced injury rates and improved athlete satisfaction by ensuring proper shock absorption, surface resilience, and traction.

Related Standards

• ASTM E303 - Test Method for Measuring Surface Frictional Properties Using the British Pendulum Tester
• ASTM F2117 - Test Method for Vertical Rebound Characteristics of Sports Surface/Ball Systems
• ASTM F2157 - Specification for Synthetic Surfaced Running Tracks
• ASTM F2569 - Test Method for Evaluating the Force Reduction Properties of Surfaces for Athletic Use
• EN 13036-4 - Road and Airfield Surface Characteristics - Slip/Skid Resistance of a Surface (Pendulum Test)
• ISO 48 - Rubber Hardness - Determination of Hardness (IRHD Method)
• ISO 4662 - Rubber - Determination of Rebound Resilience

Keywords: ASTM F2772, indoor sports floor systems, athletic performance properties, force reduction, ball rebound, vertical deformation, surface finish effect, sports flooring compliance, performance testing, point elastic floor, area elastic floor, combination elastic floor, slip resistance, gym flooring standard.

Standards Content (Sample)

This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: F2772 −11 (Reapproved 2019) An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
Athletic Performance Properties of Indoor Sports Floor
Systems
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2772; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 2.2 Other Standards:
EN 13036-4 Road and Airfield Surface Characteristics. Test
1.1 This specification establishes levels for athletic perfor-
Methods. Method for Measurement of Slip/Skid Resis-
mance properties of multi-purpose indoor sports floor systems
tance of a Surface. Part 4: The Pendulum Test.
excluding turf and materials specific to running tracks and
ISO 48 Rubber Vulcanized or Thermoplastic—
tennis courts.
Determination of Hardness (hardness between 10 IRHD
1.2 The methods described are applicable in both the
and 100 IRHD)
laboratory and field unless otherwise stated.
ISO 4662 Rubber Vulcanized or Thermoplastic—
1.3 Units—The values stated in inch-pound units are to be Determination of Rebound Resilience
regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are
3. Terminology
mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for
information only and are not considered standard. 3.1 Definitions:
3.1.1 area-elastic, adj—describes sports floors having a
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the
rigid upper layer (for example, wood) supported by resilient
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
components.
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter- 3.1.2 combination-elastic, adj—describes floors having a
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. point elastic upper layer in combination with a rigid structural
layer (for example, wood, high-density composites, poured
1.5 This international standard was developed in accor-
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard- nonresilient materials) and resilient support components (for
example, elastic pads, foam blanket, or poured urethane).
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
3.1.3 point-elastic, adj—describes sports floors that are only
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
comprised of an elastic layer or layers (for example, surfaces
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
such as poured urethanes, vinyl, or rubber sheet goods).
2. Referenced Documents
4. Classification
2.1 ASTM Standards:
4.1 Compliance with the properties contained in this speci-
E303 Test Method for Measuring Surface Frictional Proper-
fication shall be determined based on the values designated in
ties Using the British Pendulum Tester
Section 4 of this specification.
F2117 Test Method for Vertical Rebound Characteristics of
4.1.1 The field test shall clearly indicate the average and
Sports Surface/Ball Systems; Acoustical Measurement
maximum and minimum values for general comparison to
F2157 Specification for Synthetic Surfaced Running Tracks
performance of laboratory samples.
F2569 Test Method for Evaluating the Force Reduction
4.2 Force Reduction—In the case of force reduction, two
Properties of Surfaces for Athletic Use
parameters are required:
4.2.1 Performance Level—For laboratory samples, the av-
This specification is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee F08 on Sports erage performance of all test points shall achieve a level as
Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of
indicated in Table 1. If no performance level is met, the result
Subcommittee F08.52 on Miscellaneous Playing Surfaces.
statedinthereportshallbe“NoPerformanceLevelAchieved.”
Current edition approved Dec. 1, 2019. Published January 2020. Originally
4.2.2 Uniformity—Laboratory samples shall be such that the
approved in 2009. Last previous edition approved in 2011 as F2772 – 11. DOI:
10.1520/F2772-11R19.
force reduction value of every individual test point falls within
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F2772 − 11 (2019)
TABLE 1 Force Reduction Requirements for Laboratory Samples TABLE 3 Vertical Deformation for Laboratory Samples
Performance Level Classification Performance Level Classification
12 3 4 5 Point Elastic Area Elastic Combination
Average $10 % $22 % $34 % $46 % $58 %
Average <0.138 in. Class A: 0.071-0.197 in.
Force and and and and
Vertical <3.5 mm 0.071-0.197 in. (1.8-5.0 mm)
Reduction #21 % #33 % #45 % #57 %
Deformation (1.8-5.0 mm) (inclusive)
(inclusive) >0.020<0.079in.
Force No individual test point shall differ from the
Class B: (>0.5 < 2.0 mm)
Reduction average value by more than ±5.0 percentage points.
<0.071 in. (point elastic surface)
Uniformity
(<1.8 mm)
(exclusive)
Vertical No individual test point shall differ from the
a spread of 65.0 percentage points of the average of all test
Deformation average value by more than 0.03 in. (0.7 mm).
Uniformity
point values. The report shall be marked “Noncompliant” if
any individual test point does not meet this requirement.
4.3 Ball Rebound—In the case of ball rebound, two param-
eters are required:
degree of force attenuation provided or caused by the surface
4.3.1 Performance Level—For laboratory samples, the av-
in certain movement situations. It is principally related to the
erageperformanceofalltestpointsshallachieveaminimumof
give of the surface upon impact. The higher the force
90 % as indicated in Table 2. If the performance level is not
reduction, the greater the absorptive effect. The referenced test
met, the result stated in the report shall be “Performance Level
method is more closely associated with impacts generated by
Not Achieved.”
lower extremities and is not an indication of the ability of the
4.3.2 Uniformity—Laboratory samples shall be such that the
test surface to prevent head trauma.
ball rebound value of every individual test point falls within a
5.2 Ball Rebound—Test Method F2117 provides a nonde-
spreadof 63.0percentagepointsoftheaverageofalltestpoint
structive means that can be used both in the laboratory and the
values. The report shall be marked “Noncompliant” if any
field by which to identify the ball rebound height of various
individual test point does not meet this requirement.
balls used for indoor sports activities. Ball rebound is an
4.4 Vertical Deformation—In the case of vertical
optional consideration for certain activities commonly associ-
deformation, two parameters are required:
ated with indoor sports surfaces. Ball rebound values on
4.4.1 Performance Level—For laboratory samples, the av-
particular surfaces indicate whether those floors provide suit-
erage performance of all test points shall achieve a level as
able or desired values in relation to the preferred activity in the
indicated in Table 3. If no performance level is met, the result
sports hall.
statedinthereportshallbe“NoPerformanceLevelAchieved.”
5.3 Vertical Deformation—Test Method F2157 provides a
4.4.2 Uniformity—Laboratory samples shall be such that the
nondestructive means that can be used both in the laboratory
vertical deformation value of every individual test point falls
and the field by which to identify vertical deformation as the
within a spread of 60.03 in. (60.7 mm) of the average of all
ability of the surface to deform under load. Too high a
test point values. The report shall be marked “Noncompliant”
deformation can affect the safety of the athlete through
if any individual test point does not meet this requirement.
instability of the foot, while the inability of the surface to
4.5 Surface Finish Effect—In the case of surface effect, two
deform can cause injuries as a result of impact forces.
parameters are required:
5.4 Surface Finish Effect—Test Method E303 provides a
4.5.1 Performance Level—Laboratory or field testing shall
nondestructive test for determining the surface finish effect
achieve an average value between 80 and 110.
using the British pendulum skid resistance tester. This tester is
4.5.2 Uniformity Level—For laboratory or field testing,
suited for laboratory and field testing.
individual tests shall vary no more than 64 points from
average value.
6. Dimensions, Mass, and Permissible Variations
5. Summary of Test Methods 6.1 Laboratory Test—Test specimens shall be constructed
per the system design and include structural elements such as
5.1 Force Reduction—Test Method F2569 provides a non-
seams and end joints.
destructive means for evaluating the force reduction properties
6.1.1 Point-elastic floors require test specimens measuring a
of the surface in both laboratory and field settings. Force
minimum of 3.25 by 3.25 ft (1.0 by 1.0 m). The test specimen
reduction is a characteristic of sports surfaces indicating the
shall be placed over a substrate typically required by the
manufacturer. Non-free floating floors shall be soundly held to
TABLE 2 Ball Rebound Requirements for Laboratory Samples
the substrate (for example, double-sided tape).
Average The average rebound height of all test points taken shall be
6.1.2 Combination-elastic floors require test specimens in
Ball $90.0 % of the average rebound height on concrete.
which the upper elastic surface measures a minimum of 3.25
Rebound
by 3.25 ft (1.0 by 1.0 m) in combination with the lower
Ball No individual test point result shall differ from the average
subfloor construction that measures a minimum of 11.5 by 11.5
Rebound value by more than ±3.
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