Tenpin

Tenpin Bowling is known to virtually the entire population and most people will have played at least once.  This makes Tenpin not only a known commodity but a destination activity.  Bowling has taken on a fascinating and more modern aspect through adaptation of computer technology and new materials.

This extends the possibilities for leisure game play and complements the resurgence of bowling as a fashionable activity as reported in the media and demonstrated by developments such as the Entertainment Development Group’s three Kingpin bowling centres in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.  Tenpin Bowling is no longer just for Fred Flintstone and Homer Simpson.  There are actually three times as many bowling centres in Australia now as there were in the 1960s, and given that in the intervening years many of them closed down. That’s quite a renaissance.

Bowling has been part of Australian life since last century, but fully automatic bowling machines have been common for only the last 30 years.  Tenpin Bowling is the most commonly recognised form of bowling in Australia.  Our equipment uses quality engineering and a greater simplicity of design to eliminate the mechanic that is required to be permanently on duty in conventional Tenpin Bowling centres. This makes it viable to install our machinery and bowling lanes into other facilities, not just bowling centres.

All bowling machines that we offer use string pin setters.  Therefore no mechanic is required and the cycle of machinery is approximately 30% faster. We also believe that the purchase and operating costs are at least 40% less than conventional bowling equipment.  As an extra bonus, all our lane surfaces and pins are glow in the dark.  We are able to provide detail of the under floor support requirements, the drop down for the machinery, the space requirements for access to the machinery, required lighting and light positioning etc for any of our bowling lanes in any configuration as a free service.

We are able to offer servicing of the machines as part of a Service Agreement or on demand.  Alternately we can train the handyman or maintenance staff at your venue.  If you require more details, or if there is anything else that we can provide to assist you in evaluating the feasibility of a Tenpin Bowling facility please do not hesitate to contact us via phone or email.

Your venue can capitalise on the proven concept of bowling, and the current resurgence of the sport as a leisure activity.  A modern bowling centre should not look like a converted factory.  Glow in the dark lanes and equipment along with computerised scoring and graphics have made bowling a twenty first century sport.  With modern scoring systems the range of games and graphics can be suited to the age group and the occasion.

Pinsetters

Vollmer pinsetters are designed to be robust and hard wearing.  They are compact and clearly organized for easy access and maintenance.  With these pinsetters, you are guaranteed minimal maintenance costs and do not need to provide supervision during play. The entire system is geared towards ensuring optimal hits.  The built-in electronic rope disentangling mechanism is the best of its kind. Thanks to these features, together with the fast pin-re-spotting speed, you can be sure of smooth operation day in, day out.

With “string setter” machines and other precision bowling equipment, we can provide Tenpin lanes at approximately 40% less than equivalent no string pinsetters.  Additionally no mechanic is required to be on duty for string setter lanes greatly reducing your operational labour costs.

Not only are lane establishment costs substantially less, but running costs are reduced by a large percentage.

Ball Return Elevator

The ball return elevators are highly reliable and there are no acceleration problems due to oil contamination or jammed pins.  By using black setting ropes and a sweep flap to conceal the reset process, we have managed to combine the advantage of rope-style pinsetters with the appearance of a ropeless one.

Ball Collector

The “above-lane” ball collector is outstanding in design and reliable in all situations.  For your safety, the bowling ball is slowed down dramatically in the ball collector so it rolls gently onto the rack.

Underground ball returns are equipped with attractive ball collectors which satisfy all technical and safety requirements.

Lane Surface

Our laminated surfaces are supported by a sturdy substructure to ensure optimal bowling conditions.  Further advantages are their high abrasion resistance and optimal anti-frictional properties over many years despite minimal maintenance costs.

Bumper Systems

Bumper systems are a must in all modern bowling centres.  To enjoy the game, children need to be able to hit the pins regardless of the force behind the ball.

This is guaranteed by the fully automatic bumper system made from sturdy materials.

Comparison of Operating Costs

 - as exemplified by a 12 lane bowling centre in relation to pinsetters.

Pinsetters with and without ropes:

Download our comparison chart to see how 9-Pin Bowling is better than 10-Pin Bowling.