ELT PRODUCTS IN THE EQUESTRIAN BUSINESS

Riders have a very special relationship with their horses. Mutual trust and respect are just as much a part of this as the Equestrian sport and the reliable movement and care of the graceful animals. Horse and rider spend many hours in the Riding arenaon the Riding arenain stables and on the associated Open spaces. The design of the riding centre is decisive for Security and Comfort of horse and man.

The requirements for Substratesfrom paddock floors and riding arenas to stable lanes and paths are high. Health of the horses, it is essential that the surfaces
non-slip and protect joints and hooves, precisely because the horse's musculoskeletal system is exposed to heavy loads on a daily basis and ligaments and tendons in particular are strained. Optimal is also a Insulation against cold. Riders have completely different requirements for floors when working in the stable: they should be easy to clean not be the floor Sealwater and especially urine into the Drainage layer let through, frost-resistant and not rot. When laying new floors, factors such as an optimised Price-performance ratio and Sustainability In addition, the new floor should be as easy to install as possible.

These diverse requirements are met by products that in their "first" life connected cars to the road: From Used tyres different Floor coveringsbut also wall panelling, specially manufactured for equestrian sports. A major advantage of this is that ELT products are highly sustainable, as they are Recycling products which in turn are also recyclable.

Safety and comfort in the stable and paddock

Especially in Stables great importance should be attached to the health of the horses. Resilient floor coverings make it possible to absorb the horses' own weight and minimise the point load on hooves and joints. Urine can be drained in two ways to keep the animals dry: For level floors Liquid-permeable floor tiles are laid, which channel the urine into a Drainage can be derived. Alternatively, a more water-repellent floor must be laid with a slopewhich transports the faeces out of the box via an incline. The shock-absorbing Floors have another advantage: around 70 per cent less bedding is required, which means that dust can be significantly reduced and the air in the barn is noticeably better. Respiratory diseases of humans and animals can thus be contained.

Another advantage of recycled products made from ELT is the Sound insulationThe noise level in the stable is significantly reduced, the loud clattering and scraping of hooves is significantly reduced, so that horses and people are less disturbed. Stress feel. This not only applies to the floors: even Wall panelling made from recycled material have a sound-insulating effect. They cushion hoof beats so that the animals' joints are protected at the same time.
Positive side effect: Many horse owners have observed that horses in stables with elasticated wall panelling have the Hoof beating to the loudspeaker wall, as there is no noise. The wall panelling also impresses with its outstanding Thermal insulationcan be easily cleaned with a high-pressure cleaner and retain their shape so that the boxes look "like new" for a long time.

Paddocks provide horses with grass-free exercise all year round. Each horse should have an area of at least 50 square metres at its disposal, ideally 100 to 200 square metres. Paddock floors must be particularly Tread-resistant and therefore consist of several layers, which together are often up to one metre thick: Over a drainage layer, a base layer of Gravel or Split which serves as a base for paving stones or grass pavers. Above this, a Footing of sand is applied. This is absolutely essential for classic paddocks to keep them mud-free. If the ground in the paddocks becomes soft, the horses kick everything together and dirt mixes with horse manure. This creates an ideal  Nutrient medium for bacteria, which in turn can favour thrush and thrush.

To ensure that the paddock floor remains mud-free even in winter and in constant rain, we recommend using Elasticated sheets made from recycled material. This has many advantages: The elastic panels
can be laid particularly quickly and easily, and time-consuming subfloor work is significantly reduced or even completely eliminated, depending on the system. The floors are also slip-resistant and help, Bacteria formation to be avoided. The floor covering for paddock boxes is tread-resistant and Gentle on the joints of the animals, which can also lie comfortably on the surface. They are also durable and easy to maintain and drain.

By the way: Floor elements made of ELT impress with their Slip resistance, Longevity and their insulating Properties also as floor covering in horse trailers.

Safe design of washing areas, riding arenas, horse walkers and footpaths

Especially at the washing area, the floor is often uneven and wet. The result: the risk of injury increases. If the horses' shod hooves have no grip, this can lead to strains, bruises and fractures. This can be remedied with ELT floor elements, which optimise water drainage and dry very quickly. At the same time, the surface ensures optimum Stability and prevents slipping.

With Substructure panels made of recycled material can be used to permanently fix riding arena surfaces, the laying of a fcorrosion-resistant substrate not applicable. The substructure slats alone give the riding surface horse-friendly Stability, Frost protection and a Optimum floor fastening. Due to its special composition, the riding sand is less eroded and the costs for refilling are reduced. In order to minimise the loss of riding sand as much as possible, the riding arena must also be provided with an appropriate edging. Systems made from recycled material are also ideally suited for this purpose, not least due to their High-quality look.

Flooring made from recycled material also shows its advantages in other areas of the riding stable: They are also ideal for Horse walkers and Footpaths can be used. With simple means, the riding stable can not only be functional, but also really stylish: Design elements from ELT such as lamps, vases and boundary posts round off the look of the outdoor area.

By the way: You can find manufacturers of ELT products for equestrian sports at: initiative-new-life.de/pferdeboeden ; initiative-new-life.de/stallwaende