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  • Indoor Baseball/Softball Facility Design | Grand Slam Safety

    INDOOR BASEBALL FACILITY DESIGN REQUEST A QUOTE INDOOR HITTING FACILITY DESIGN CONSULTATION ​ Are you considering building a baseball indoor practice facility or adding one to a building you already own? Everyone from youth through professional players can benefit from having a place to train during inclement weather. It's critical to design an indoor baseball and softball facility with care to ensure the safety of players, coaches and spectators. ​ Grand Slam Safety has many years of experience in baseball safety. We have assisted many facility owners by developing customized fencing and netting solutions to fit your indoor baseball facility. ​ CONTACT US SOME THINGS TO CONSIDER: INDOOR BASEBALL FACILITY DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS Structural elements like HVAC systems, lights, fire suppression, and ceiling fans can often impede your ideal layout. While we can design around these obstacles, it's more efficient and cost-effective to plan for them in advance. Better yet, sit down with our skilled, knowledgeable team to talk about the design for your new facility. We'll make sure the process runs smoothly from start to finish. As you plan your indoor baseball or softball facility layout, ask yourself a few questions to get started: Who will play at your facility? Will you host Little League games and practices, or are you aiming to attract high school and college teams? Will batting cages be incorporated into the space? Is this strictly a training facility, or will games and tournaments also be held there? Will there be places for spectators and parents to watch? How will that integrate into your space? INDOOR BASEBALL FIELD SIZE The size of your field depends on the age of the players you want to attract. Want to attract several age levels? You'll need the ability to vary the field size to accommodate different levels of play. ​ With our SPECTO® Perimeter Containment , you can stretch the playing field to the limits of your structural footprint. You can place our fencing as close as 30 inches to any structure and still provide a safe cradling effect when players run into it at full speed. Divider curtains and sport netting can split any space into multiple playing fields or a separate practice area, like a bullpen. INDOOR BATTING CAGES Indoor batting cages require a lot of vertical and horizontal space. Our team can customize batting cages to your available space. Our standard cages measure 70 feet long, 14 feet wide and 12 feet high. ​ We offer bottom lift cages, which collect the netting up from the bottom. Or, you can pull our batting cages horizontally on a track or cable, and stack the cages against a wall when not in use. ​ Batting cages work best in rooms with flat or sloped ceilings. You can configure the netting into one or two cages. Add a portable pitching mound to your indoor hitting and pitching facility, and give hitters and pitchers a better simulation of game situations. AREA FOR SPECTATORS Do you plan to host tournaments at your facility? A total containment system would be your best bet. This includes tensioned mesh SPECTO® fencing for the first 8 feet, then netting above that tied to the ceiling netting. This setup keeps balls and equipment on the field while letting spectators watch the game. In fact, with our SPECTO® fencing technology bordering your indoor turf field, fans can get right up against the fence without worrying about being injured by a stray ball. This provides the ultimate viewing area experience. ​ Do you have a balcony or upper deck for spectators? Our netting gives spectators a clear view on any level. When you stand back from the netting, it's nearly invisible to the eye, so it doesn't detract from watching the game. REQUEST A QUOTE Indoor Baseball Facility Design Pro-X Athlete Indoor Baseball Hitting Tunnels Indoor Baseball Facility Design 1/3 REQUEST A QUOTE Why You Should Build an Indoor Baseball Facility INCREASED REVENUE YEAR-ROUND PLAY TOURNAMENT HOSTING BATTING PRACTICE NO WEATHER WORRIES COMFORTABLE ENVIRONMENTS NO-GLARE GAMES INDOOR BASEBALL TRAINING FACILITY DESIGN LAYOUTS We have worked on many indoor baseball and softball facility design projects that balance our customers' specific needs with safety and aesthetic elements. You can incorporate all of these design considerations into one plan that maximizes your indoor sports space, giving you the most flexibility for your facility. Examples of projects we've worked on include: Finch Creek Field House : Includes two high school-sized baseball fields and 11 batting cages. ProX Athlete : Offers more than 20 batting cages. Pittsburgh Indoor Sports Arena : Hosts a variety of sports. Why Work With GRAND SLAM SAFETY for Your Indoor Training Facility ​Grand Slam Safety has the expertise and experience to turn your indoor baseball or softball facility into something special. We can custom design, engineer, fabricate and install fencing and netting solutions that maximize your indoor sports playing space. When you choose our services, you look out for the safety of the players and coaches as well as the spectators who come to your facility. ​ Rest assured that the netting and fencing on your indoor batting cages and fields are designed to protect everyone. Even the artificial turf installed by Grand Slam will be designed for the optimal performance of your baseball training facilities. Contact Grand Slam Safety today to get a quote on an indoor baseball facility design plan and discuss your unique vision. REQUEST A QUOTE

  • SPECTO Fencing & Netting Images | Grand Slam Safety

    Top IMAGES Baseball/Softball Batting Cages Indoor Containment Divider Curtains Netting Systems Baseball Softball Baseball / Softball To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Batting Cages Batting Cages To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Indoor Containment Indoor Containment To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Divider Curtains Divider Curtains To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Netting System Netting System To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key.

  • Careers | grandslamsafety2016

    Join our Team! We're looking for talented people with great attitudes and awesome skills! ​ Current Open Positions:​ ​ ​ ​ Full Time Customer Maintenance Technician Ready to join our team?

  • Case Studies | Grand Slam Safety

    CASE STUDIES Bob Lyndaker SPECTO® Withstands Tornado Winds SPECTO® Fence at Adventure Sports & Entertainment in Jackson, New Jersey, Withstood Tornado Winds When your outdoor sporting facility...

  • SPECTO Fencing & Netting Videos | Grand Slam Safety

    VIDEOS INDOOR SPECTO OUTDOOR SPECTO VISTA DIVIDER CURTAIN VISTA BATTING CAGE VISTA QUAD SPECTO ® QUICK LOOK SYSTEMS OVERVIEW AERIAL VIEW SHORT INTRO SOFTBALL COMPLETE SYSTEM OUTDOOR SPECTO OUTDOOR REMOVAL TIME-LAPSE REVIEW FROM COACH SETUP TIME-LAPSE INSTALLATION GUIDE INDOOR SPECTO INDOOR INDOOR SYSTEMS VISTA VISTA DIVIDER CURTAIN LEVEL/FORM CURTAIN QUICK LOOK INSTALL TIME-LAPSE CURTAIN INTRO VISTA FORM MULTIPLE SYSTEMS BATTING CAGE VISTA BATTING CAGE QUICK LOOK BATTING CAGE INSTALL SPEED COMPARISON WALK DRAW CAGES QUAD CURTAIN VISTA QUAD QUICK LOOK THE VISTA QUAD

  • FAQ | Grand Slam Safety

    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Thank you for your interest in SPECTO Fencing Systems. Here is a list of our most frequently asked questions. ​ If you don't find the answer to your question here please feel free to contact us . We'd be happy to answer all your needs. ​ Click here for a PDF version of our FAQ. Click on any question for a detailed answer. 1. What are the major benefits and features of your SPECTO system?​ ​ 2. Are SPECTO systems permanent of removable? ​ 3. How do you store the fence when it is down? ​ 4. What about warranty, repairs and replacements parts? ​ 5. Can SPECTO systems accommodate sponsors graphics? ​ 6. What is the time frame for delivery and installation? ​ 7. How much does a SPECTO fence cost? ​ 8. How long does it take to set up and take down a SPECTO fence? ​ 9. What dimension options are available? ​ 10. What are the foundation requirements? 11. Can the field be used when the fence is down? ​ 12. Can the fence be left up? ​ 13. How do SPECTO Fencing Systems handle wind issues? ​ 14. Can the same fence be used for softball and baseball? ​ 15. What level of athletics are SPECTO fences designed for? ​ 16. What kind of finish do SPECTO poles have? ​ 17. What about foul territory? ​ 18 What about vandalism? ​ 19. What color choices are available? ​ 20. Who do I contact if I have a problem with the SPECTO fence? questions Anchor 1 1. What are the major benefits and features of your SPECTO system? return to questions Safety! The SPECTO Fencing System is the safest fence you can provide for your athletes. The system provides a gentle, cradling effect for players whether jumping up against the fence or running into it at full speed. Permanent or Removable. See this FAQ question . High Quality Construction. We use only the highest quality parts and materials in fence construction. Stainless steel cabling, powder coated high gauge steel, vinyl coated mesh panels. Customer and Product Care. Nowhere else will you find a sales and production team more willing to work with your facility's unique requirements. From beginning to end you will receive our undivided attention to the details that will make your fence the safest and most reliable. Anchor 2 2. Are SPECTO systems permanent or removable? return to questions Both! All SPECTO Fencing Systems can be either permanent or removable. Outfield fencing systems can be easily disassembled and stored in less than an hour and a half. Support poles can be removed from their foundations and turf inserts placed in the holes. During the off-season we recommend removing the fabric portion of the fence to minimize unnecessary UV exposure. Indoor fencing systems can likewise be disassembled and stored. Individual panels can also be removed creating wider spaces to move equipment in or out or to open up more area. 3. How do you store the fence when it is down? return to questions All SPECTO Fencing Systems can be stored on Fence Transporter Carts and Support Post Carts and take up only 110 square feet when stored. Anchor 3 Anchor 4 4. What about warranty, repairs, and replacements parts? return to questions Please see our warranty page for details . 5. Can your SPECTO systems accommodate sponsors graphics? return to questions Yes. We can custom order banners for you that will attach to the fence with hook and loop tape. Also, each pole has a sleeve to accommodate a pole for a pennant or flag style banner. Anchor 5 Anchor 6 6. What is the time frame for delivery and installation? return to questions Eight to ten weeks from the date of approved submittal for your fence. 7. How much does the fence cost? return to questions Each fence (especially an indoor fencing system) is customized to your specific needs. Please contact us for the most accurate pricing concerning your proposed project. We also have financing available through Innovative Capital Corp. Information for outfield fencing systems that will be helpful in determining pricing is distances from home plate to left field, home plate to center field, home plate to right field. Also let us know if you have natural grass or synthetic turf and how often you plan to put the fence up and down. Anchor 7 Anchor 8 8. How long does it take to set up and take down a fencing system? return to questions For outfield fences it usually takes three people about 1 ½ hours for the first few times setting up and tearing down. Once your grounds crew is familiar with the procedure, it takes as little as an hour. With an indoor system each panel can be removed in less than 5 minutes or reinstalled in less than 10. Anchor 9 9. What dimension options are available? return to questions Our fencing systems typically come in 7’ and 8’ tall sections. However, although we can customize your fence heights to your needs, Grand Slam Safety will not fabricate a fencing system less than 7' in height for safety reasons. SPECTO Fencing System can be designed for any length needed. Anchor 10 10. What are the foundation requirements? return to questions Outdoor fences use helical piles, ground screws, or concrete footers. Indoor fences use concrete footers, ground screws or existing steel framing. 11. Can the field be used when the fence is down? return to questions Yes. Fencing systems can be completely removed and synthetic turf inserts placed in support pole holes to make a seamless field of play. Anchor 11 12. Can the fence be left up? return to questions Yes; however, we recommend that the panels of outdoor systems be removed in off seasons to protect them from unneeded UV exposure. Anchor 12 Anchor 13 13. How do SPECTO fencing systems handle wind issues? return to questions In any wind above 60mph we recommend the fabric of the fencing system be removed and stored. We also have engineered a clutch and clip system that releases the top of the fence, under extreme wind conditions, preventing damage to the poles. Anchor 14 14. Can the same fence be used for softball and baseball? return to questions Yes. You will need to install two sets of foundations, one at the baseball fence distance and one at the softball fence distance, and panels switched out to accommodate different fence lengths and distance markers. Synthetic turf inserts cover the foundation holes that are not being used. 15 15. What level of athletics are SPECTO fences designed for? return to questions Fencing systems are designed for all levels of play–children to professionals. 16 16. What kind of finish do SPECTO poles have? return to questions All steel is finished with a powder coating. 17 17. What about foul territory? return to questions We offer a 4 foot high removable foul territory fence that fastens into the SPECTO foul poles or we can extend the SPECTO fencing to an out of bounds termination point. 18 18. What about vandalism? return to questions The SPECTO fabric is a rip stop material. This means that it can be cut with a very sharp object (knife) but will not continue to tear. An individual panel can be removed to be mended or replaced. This can be done in approximately 20 minutes while the fence is up. 19 19. What color choices are available? return to questions Colors for the main fence body are black, blue, and green. Colors for the trim are black, blue, green, yellow, orange, red, and white. 20 20. Who do I contact if I have a problem with the SPECTO fence? return to questions Customer Support is available from Monday through Friday from 7am to 4pm EST. Please call 315-301-4039 and a friendly representative will be happy to help you. Any Space. Any Sport. ® SPECTO Sport Fencing Solutions

  • BLOG | grandslamsafety2016

    BLOG 3 min What Size of Outfield Fence Do I Need? Different divisions and leagues may require varying field dimensions, which directly influences the size of the outfield fence you need.... 2 min Indoor Pickleball Court Dimensions Indoor pickleball leagues seem to grow more popular each year. Teams across the country enjoy this high-speed game, which has some... 2 min How to Choose the Right Gym Divider Curtain for Your Needs If you're looking for a way to make your gym more versatile or need a way to separate two areas without the hassle of new construction, a... 2 min Different Types of Turf for Sports Facilities Turf is a significant part of any sports complex, and it provides a variety of benefits. However, it is important to understand what the... 5 min How to Run a Successful Sports Facility Running a sports facility requires a great deal of planning and thought, and you must keep your goals in mind at every step. Prioritizing... 4 min Why Pickleball Is Becoming So Popular Pickleball is quickly becoming one of America's favorite pastimes. It's no wonder, too — it's similar to many classic games Americans... 4 min Safety Tips for Indoor Sports and Indoor Sports Complexes Playing sports indoors often involves additional safety considerations. Though ball fields are the same size indoors and outdoors, the... 2 min Positive Impacts of Sports Complexes on the Community Playing sports can help individuals stay healthy and bring communities together. It helps to have a controlled environment to practice... 2 min Importance of Netting to Keep Baseball Fans Safe Installing a protective netting system helps keep baseball fans safe from injuries from misdirected line drives and foul balls. As... 5 min Baseball Field Maintenance Guide There is something so nostalgic about a well-maintained baseball field, bringing back childhood memories or stoking dreams for future... 1 2 3 4

  • Custom Metal & Coating | grandslamsafety2016

    CUSTOM METAL & COATINGS REQUEST A QUOTE Grand Slam Safety provides custom metal fabrication, sandblasting, and powder coating. We can engineer, build, fix, create anything you bring our way. THE LARGEST OVEN IN THE NORTH COUNTRY Our 20ft oven is the largest in the region; perfect for vehicle frames or snowmobiles and ATVs. CALL US or EMAIL US to get started on your project today!

  • Who We Are | Grand Slam Safety

    WHO WE ARE OUR STORY It all started in Northern New York In the winter of 2008 the President of the Beaver River Central School Booster club approached Bob Lyndaker, who had a son playing on the high school baseball team. “Bob, what do you think about putting up an outfield fence?” the president asked. Bob's reply, “I think it's a great idea...as long as it's safe.” That began the journey of looking for a fence that he felt would be safe enough for his son's team. After countless hours of dead-end searches for products that allowed playability for both the outfielders and the batters, Bob came up empty handed. The outfield fences that he did find were either too dangerous or too flimsy for outfielders to run up against. Also, these fences were set so far back (again for outfielder safety) that a batter could never even dream of hitting a true “home-run”. It then occurred to Bob that if the fence that the school wanted didn't exist, maybe he could make one! All that spring and summer Bob began late nights of working the math, the angles, and the mechanics. This led to more late nights of design and prototype production in his basement and garage. Quite literally he was designing a fence from the ground up. After running the idea by some engineers and getting their approval he felt that he had something that would work. ​ Bob gathered a few friends to discuss the idea and show them a prototype he had created. Before he knew it four friends were forging a partnership to design and manufacture a baseball fence. Bob was joined by Mickey Lehman, whose daughter played on the girl's softball team, and by Dave Moore, whose son played alongside Bob's son on the baseball team. Another Bob; Bob Chamberlian, joined in as well. He had been the cross-country coach for the school as well as a teacher there. Together these men formed the partnership that today is Grand Slam Safety, LLC. With a fence, some friends, and a lot of support from family and the school, the partners installed the first full size prototype fence at Beaver River Central School in July of 2009. Over the rest of the summer they tested, tweaked and tried new ideas. That winter, those ideas were incorporated into what would be known as the “Safety Fence”. When the spring baseball season of 2010 came, the students of Beaver River had a state of the art (and the worlds first) “Safety Fence”, by Grand Slam Safety, LLC. As the Baseball/Softball Fencing System developed, and other schools started to hear about it, the partners soon realized that the fencing system wasn't just a good idea – it was a good business. Soon they were filling orders for other schools who wanted fences. The idea was catching on; and with the fences being so easily customized to each field's dimensions and needs, the partners quickly realized the potential to go beyond just baseball/softball fields. ​ Soon a partnership was formed with SlamDiabetesTM to provide outfield fencing for their fund-raising plastic bat-n-ball Tournaments. Development was started on a Tennis Court Containment System to provide safety for players and view-ability for spectators. Next came the development of the Field House Containment System, which was first installed in the fall of 2014 at Accelerate Sports in Whitesboro, NY. Accelerate Sports was the first sports complex in the country to have this revolutionary new safety product. Over this time period Grand Slam Safety, LLC had outgrown Bob Lyndaker's garage, and even a small barn that Bob Chamberlain was providing. The partners knew it was time to open up a proper design and manufacturing facility. Committed to building up their hometown economy and keeping jobs local, the partners decided to buy an old production plant along the banks of the Beaver River in Croghan, NY. This 60,000 sq/ft facility was soon transformed into the working center of the Grand Slam Safety enterprise. Who would have known that when Bob Lyndaker started designing and sewing a fence in his basement, a dream was born that is taking root today. Grand Slam Safety is providing exceptional safe fencing products for sports and beyond while upholding a vision of growing the local economy and providing jobs for their community. Grand Slam Safety, LLC now has fences being installed in many different areas in the United States and has a sales office in the growing markets of Korea and Asia. From an idea to a reality - from our desire for quality and safety to your desire for craftsmanship and reliability – Grand Slam Safety is continuing to lead the way. Thank you to everyone who's cheered us on. We do this for you! MEET THE TEAM

  • Our Process | Grand Slam Safety

    OUR CUSTOMIZED PROCESS Sports fencing and netting is essential in cultivating a safe environment for players and spectators without restricting the game. Whether you own an indoor or outdoor sporting facility, incorporating high-quality nets and fencing will grant you greater flexibility and ultimately maximize your space for safe and efficient play. ​ At Grand Slam Safety, we understand the value of versatile athletic space. That's why we help our customers obtain the best sporting products for their establishments in the smoothest and most efficient manner. When you work with us, we'll keep you in the loop throughout every step of the process to ensure that your needs are fully met. Working With Grand Slam Safety Every athletic space is different — that's why we work with our customers to design solutions tailored to their exact specifications. When you choose us for sporting solutions, we'll carry out your custom project from start to finish without interruptions or delays. Working with Grand Slam Safety is easy with our simple and efficient five-step process. 02 Consultation and Product Design Specifications 01 Contact Grand Slam Safety 03 Product Creation and Delivery 04 Product Installation 05 Product Maintenance 1. Contact Grand Slam Safety To begin our process, all you have to do is get in touch with us online , on the phone or through email . We have service representatives across the United States, allowing you to book our services no matter where you are. You can speak with a staff member in your region or submit an online form on our contact page . Step 1 2. Consultation and Product Design Specificatio n s After you reach out to us, one of our representatives will connect with you to talk about your project and its specific needs. We'll help you through every step of the data collecting and decision-making process. From dimensions and specifications to materials and timeline, Grand Slam Safety will have a dedicated team on your project. Our in-house engineering team will be in touch with you throughout the entire design stage. Step 2 3 . Product Creation and Delivery Next, we'll spend time creating your personalized sports fencing products based on the criteria we discussed during your consultation. We typically finalize projects in equipment about six to eight weeks after the order date. Once complete, we'll send one of our staff members to your facility with the finished products, where they'll train you on how to use and install them properly. We pride ourselves on making all our SPECTO® sporting systems and equipment at our manufacturing facility in Croghan, NY. Step 3 4. Product Installation Grand Slam Safety proudly offers installation services. Though we always teach our customers how to install their fencing and netting solutions, our on-site crew makes the learning process easier. You can ask questions, get on-site tweaks that will take care of any minor issues as well as have the expertise of a professional installation crew at your disposal. At Grand Slam Safety, we're always flexible to customer requests so that you can experience the best results. Step 4 5. Product Maintenance When you choose Grand Slam Safety, we'll continue to serve you even after your products are installed. All of our products come with full warranties to provide you with peace of mind. We also offer Maintenance Agreements that can be arranged with your sales representative. Step 5 Get Started With Our Process Today ​ If you want to get the most value out of your sporting facility, choose Grand Slam Safety for specialized fencing and netting. We help our customers maximize their athletic spaces while reducing the risk of injury with customizable solutions. Contact us for more information on our products today! Any S p ace. Any Sport. SPECTO Sport Fencing Solutions ®

  • Contact Us | Grand Slam Safety

    CONTACT US Fill Out Our Contact Form and Someone Will Be in Touch With You Right Away. SALES MAP Please Hover Over Your State to See Your Rep's Contact Info Or Submit The Form Above and Your State's Representative Will Respond Promptly

  • Team | Grand Slam Safety Staff

    THE TEAM ADMIN Kyle Miller General Manager kylem@grandslamsafety.com 315-778-5549 Kyle enjoys hunting, fishing, and golf. He served in the military as a UH-60 Blackhawk Pilot and a Company Safety Officer. Heidi Lehmann Director of Human Resources heidi@grandslamsafety.com 315-408-9365 Heidi has ridden a dromedary in the Moroccan Desert and is fluent in French. She previously had her own business transcribing sheet music to braille. Michelle Tabolt Bookkeeping accounting@grandslamsafety.com 315-408-8804 Michelle's favorite subject in school was Calculus. Before Grand Slam Safety, Michelle worked primarily in childcare. Melissa Lyndaker purchasing@grandslamsafety.com 315-466-6411 Melissa's favorite ice cream flavor is anything from Treats & Tiques in Natural Bridge, NY. She worked with Agency Specialist Insurance prior to Grand Slam. Procurement & Logistics Specialist Christian Zehr Marketing/Social Media christianz@grandslamsafety.com 315-466-6898 Christian knits sweaters for his nieces and nephews and worked mostly in the service industry prior to Grand Slam Safety. Bob Lyndaker Co-Founder bobl@grandslamsafety.com 315-408-6920 Bob invented SPECTO® in his basement and gets to work at 4:30AM every day. He worked in the non-profit sector before creating Grand Slam Safety. Bob Chamberlain Co-Founder bobc@grandslamsafety.com 315-766-7008 Bob has climbed The Adirondacks' 46 Peaks and was a Physics teacher before creating Grand Slam Safety. Mickey Lehman Co-Founder mickl@grandslamsafety.com 315-484-4829 Mickey is a second degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do. He was, and still is, an engineer with BCA Architects & Engineers. SALES Sam Lyndaker Sales Manager sam@grandslamsafety.com 315-816-6039 AL - GA - IN - KS - KY - MS - MO - TN Dan Myers Regional Sales Representative dan@grandslamsafety.com 315-955-9936 AR - FL - LA - OK - TX Brion Neary Regional Sales Representative brionn@grandslamsafety.com 716-870-0858 MI - NJ - NY (west/south) - OH - PA - WV Dean Lehman Regional Sales Representative deanl@grandslamsafety.com 714-944-7027 AK - AZ - CA - HI - NV - OR - WA Robert Sligar Regional Sales Representative roberts@grandslamsafety.com 315-816-1523 CO - CT - IL - IA - MA - MD - ME - MN - NH - NY (north/east) - RI - VT - WI Anthony Hazard Regional Sales Representative anthonyh@grandslamsafety.com 315-767-3335 DE - NC - SC - VA ENGINEERING Brian Graves Plant Engineer brian@grandslamsafety.com 315-816-6069 Brian worked as an engineer for New York Air Brake Corporation before Grand Slam Safety. He prefers listening to Gregorian Chants while designing projects. Elliot Martin Customer Solutions Engineer elliot@grandslamsafety.com 315-816-7201 Before Grand Slam Safety, Elliot interned with Engineering Ministries International in Uganda. He has broken 15 bones. David Beyer CAD Designer davidb@grandslamsafety.com At one point, David owned approximately 65 motorcycles. David ran several State Motorcycle Rider Education Programs before Grand Slam Safety. Bill Terry Draftsman bill.t@grandslamsafety.com Bill loves baseball and is a self-taught guitarist. He previously worked for the Department of Transportation as a Bridge Engineer. Ryan Young CAD Designer ryany@grandslamsafety.com Ryan's favorite game in the world is Monopoly. He was previously working for All Seasons Landscaping PRODUCTION Gus Tabolt Production Manager augustus@grandslamsafety.com 315-408-8951 Gus is left-handed and runs his family's farm. Ben Ferguson Assistant Production Manager to reach Ben, contact main office: 315-301-4039 Ben loves to fish and his favorite fish is trout. Before Grand Slam Safety, Ben worked for Red Barn Meats. Charity Rupert Industrial Sewist charity@grandslamsafety.com Charity is a volunteer firefighter and was one of Grand Slam Safety's first employees! She enjoys rabbit hunting and shooting trap. Buffy Pelo Industrial Sewist to reach Buffy, contact main office: 315-301-4039 Buffy churns her own butter, but hates butter. She was previously an X-Ray Tech before joining Grand Slam Safety. Eugene Fitchette Industrial Sewist to reach Eugene, contact main office: 315-301-4039 Eugene has worked in the sewing industry for 45 years. He brought his industrial sewing expertise to our company from his time with Ridgeline Industries, Inc. Annika DeLong Industrial Sewist to reach Annika, contact main office: 315-301-4039 -- Lynn Petzoldt Fabric Prep to reach Lynn, contact main office: 315-301-4039 Lynn was a basketball coach for 30 years and had actually retired before joining the Grand Slam Safety team. Tim Sullivan Welder to reach Tim, contact main office: 315-301-4039 Tim participated in The Great American Wheat Harvest (U.S. Custom Harvesters) for two years and previously worked for Hi-Lite Airfield Services in Texas. Andrew Beyer Welder to reach Andrew, contact main office: 315-301-4039 Andrew joined our team full time after completing a summer internship with us. His favorite music genre is classic rock. Aiden Clement Sandblasting/Powder Coating to reach Aiden, contact main office: 315-301-4039 -- Gavin Walseman Metal Fabrication to reach Ricky, contact main office: 315-301-4039 -- Zach Mattimore Motor Assembly to reach Zach, contact main office: 315-301-4039 -- INSTALLATION Kris Moore Project Manager kris@grandslamsafety.com 315-408-4152 --- Kyle Kieffer Installation Team Lead to reach Kyle, contact main office: 315-301-4039 --- Reed Murphy Installation Team Lead to reach Reed, contact main office: 315-301-4039 --- Logan Clement Installation to reach Logan, contact main office: 315-301-4039 --- Hunter Moore Installation to reach Hunter, contact main office: 315-301-4039 --- Braeden Terrillion Installation to reach Braeden, contact main office: 315-301-4039 -- Trent Widrick Installation to reach Trent, contact main office: 315-301-4039 --

  • Sports Complex Netting & Fencing | Grand Slam Safety

    SPORTS COMPLEX SOLUTIONS REQUEST A QUOTE WHERE TO BEGIN? If you're in the process of opening a new sports complex, take a look at our planning checklist . Or, Grand Slam Safety can walk you through the entire process of designing your indoor facility, to ensure you get the most efficient use of your space. Your custom configuration is fully engineered by our dedicated in-house team, and we are your one-stop shop from design to installation. REQUEST A QUOTE WHAT WE CAN OFFER: PERIMETER FENCING Our mesh SPECTO® perimeter fencing can help with: ​ Increased player safety. Better ball containment. Enhanced spectator experience. Maintenance convenience. ​ Perimeter fencing can absorb impacts from players or equipment and reduce the risk of injury. It also is effective at separating spaces and keeping players and balls in the right place. Unlike chain link fences and walls, our transparent mesh makes viewing much easier. It's quick and easy to install, and individual panels can be removed or replaced in under 20 minutes. LEARN MORE DIVIDER CURTAINS​ Our VISTA divid er curtains offers the flexibility your sports complex needs. Gym dividers can enhance your sports complex, no matter the shape or style of your structure. Motorized or walk-draw curtains can be moved to create the space you want. You can raise retractable curtains to open the space and lower them when you need to divide it. ​ Gym curtains provide clear boundaries for players and spectators. They also keep flying balls contained and help to control excess noise. You can customize your curtains with different colors. LEARN MORE NETTING ​ We also have netting solutions with full ceiling-to-floor capabilities. Canopy netting is ideal for protecting lighting and HVAC systems w hile netting hung above our mesh perimeter fencing can help contain balls and protect upper levels. While it's not as sturdy as mesh fencing, canopy netting can help keep balls and equipment in their respective areas. BATTING CAGES Grand Slam Safety offers a full range of services for any of your batting cage needs. We can fully customize and personalize an indoor or outdoor batting cage that fits your specifications. ​ Retractable Batting Cages Retractable batting cages allow you to easily change your facility's configuration and maximize your space. They are suspended from the ceiling and remain out of sight until you need to bring them down. Our bottom lift technology means the cage can be raised or lowered by just one person, and there's no excess netting that can cause tripping. ​ Stationary Batting Cages We can install sturdy permanent indoor batting cages that use a sleeved pole system. This system allows the cage to be freestanding. As a result, these batting cages can be disassembled and stored easily. They're a good option when suspending a cage is not possible. LEARN MORE REQUEST A QUOTE

  • Fencing Foundation Options | Grand Slam Safety

    FOUNDATION OPTIONS Two Fence Foundation Options for Greater Flexibility Under every great SPECTO fence is a great foundation. Grand Slam Safety, LLC will not only design a fence to your needs but, also offers fence foundation options, ​in partnership with IFS - Modern Pile Technologies , that provide a superior foundation for decades of hassle free use. This is athletic fence installation made easy and on your terms. ​ Each support pole and foul pole is anchored firmly into the ground by one of two methods. ​ (Many of our SPECTO Indoor Field Containment Systems can use existing structural supports instead of creating new foundation anchors.) REQUEST QUOTE Helical Shallow Foundations These premium fence post foundations are installed quickly, without damaging the sod or turf field. No need to dig ugly holes. No waiting for concrete to cure. These unique, helical-style fence post foundations screw directly into the ground, providing instant support for SPECTO Sport Fencing. They can even be installed indoors or limited access areas. Foundations are hidden underground during the offseason to accommodate multi-purpose sport fields. These long-lasting, galvanized foundations can also be unscrewed and reinstalled, when field fences need to be moved or redesigned. Grand Slam Safety has partnered with IFS - Modern Pile Technologies to provide fencing foundations specifically engineered to provide superior lateral support — ideal for our high-impact fencing solutions. Install your SPECTO Sport Fence faster, with less mess, and more support using helical shallow foundations. Concrete Foundations ​ Concrete foundations are easily installed by a contractor or your grounds crew. These foundations require steel and PVC sleeves to be embedded in the the concrete to accept the support poles which hold up the fence. Concrete foundation foul pole installation can have either a sleeved or flanged foot, the sleeve offers faster install and removal, but does not allow any adjustment if foundation shifts. The flanged foot allows adjustment to ensure foul pole is plumb. We recommend letting concrete fence foundation option cure 2-3 weeks before erecting your fencing system. Turf Inserts When support posts are removed, synthetic turf inserts can be placed in each post hole. Tell Us About Your Project Learn More To learn more about IFS's Helical Shallow Foundations, click here

  • Sports Facility Planning Checklist | Grand Slam Safety

    BUILDING A SPORTS FACILITY CHECKLIST Contact Us To Discuss Your Facility STARTING A SPORTS COMPLEX Planning an athletics facility can seem like a challenging task because there are so many things to consider. At Grand Slam Safety, we are happy to help you look at things from the very beginning to the completion of the project. Let's break it down into the main parts so you can get started. 1. Determine Which Sports Will Be Played Do you need basketball courts, baseball fields or soccer fields? For which age groups? Different age groups will often have a different field or court size. Do you need a gymnasium that can host multiple different sports? In order to plan the size of each area, you'll have to decide on the sport and age group you'd like to accommodate. Tight on space? Think about multiuse areas that can be divided or repurposed for different sports . 2. Decide on Flooring Once you know which courts and fields you need, you can choose your facility's flooring. Consider the different hardwood or synthetic surface options for your court, keeping in mind the surface hardness as well as safety requirements and budget. For fields, determine which type of turf you'll need. Think about what floor you want for the non-sporting areas, too. Grand Slam Safety can offer you great deals on turf products for your facility. INDOOR FACILITY ADVICE Call 315-301-4039 3. Athletic Facility Layout - Consider Support Areas You need more than a court to host a game. Now that you know which sports you want to host and what type of courts and fields you'll need, figure out which support areas are needed. You might include: Locker rooms. Equipment closets. Laundry facilities. Offices. An issue area for gear. An athletic trainer's room that is set up for first aid. Bathrooms for spectators. A box office for tickets. Many facilities also offer a snack or juice bar. Sports Complex_0028_nologo Sports Complex_0012_nologo_edited batting cage3 Sports Complex_0028_nologo 1/6 6. Design With Sanitation in Mind Hosting athletic events means there will be many people in your facility, and many of them will be breaking a sweat and breathing heavily. It's important to consider airflow and ease of sanitation in your design. Use hard, nonporous surfaces or antimicrobial-treated laminates. Make sure fixtures can be moved when it's time to clean them. 4. Find Space for Spectators Now it's time to think about where the spectators will be. Where can the bleachers go? Will the spectators be in any danger of getting hit with loose balls or equipment? There is no need to worry about spectator safety if you are using our SPECTO® Perimeter Fencing System . Set aside areas by each court for the spectators, and then consider if you will need netting. 5. Consider Netting, Fencing and Gym Dividers Netting is useful for more than just protecting spectators. You can also utilize netting , fencing or gym dividers to optimize your space and even host multiple games at once. Add or remove court dividers to change the layout of your space, allowing for more or different sports to be played at different times. Fencing or netting can also protect the rest of your facility, such as vending machines, water fountains or even scoreboards. 8. Make an Equipment List Before opening your sports facility, you'll need to acquire some equipment. Grand Slam Safety can meet all your sporting supply needs . Depending on the sports you want to host, you might need the following: Bleachers Benches Scoreboards Basketball hoops Volleyball nets Baseball plates Soccer goals Uniforms Helmets Balls 7. Plan Lighting You'll need to have a well-lit facility that has flexibility for the different events you want to host. Think about utilizing natural light sources, like skylights and windows. CONTACT US TO LEARN ABOUT HOW TO START AN INDOOR SPORTS FACILITY Grand Slam Safety can help you plan your sports complex all the way from design to installation. Contact us today! CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION

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