Stadium Savers

Questions + Answers

Question #1
What density of foam is typically utilized by Stadium Savers for tiered seating areas?

Answer
The density is .9 lbs per cubic foot. Stadium Savers Geofoam complies with ASTM D 6817, type EPS15.

Question #2:
What is the PSI value at this density?

Answer
3.6 PSI at 1% strain, or 518 PSF

Question #3
How high can Geofoam be stacked in a tiered seating/stadium seating auditorium?

Answer
Since Geofoam is dimensionally stable, there is not a limit. We have provided material for stadium seating theatres where the upper tiers are over 16’-0” high.

Question #4
What about the cost of stacking the foam that high?

Answer
It can be expensive to fill large volumes with foam. We feel that a better solution is to create rooms beneath areas that exceed 9’ in height. The cost of the room can typically be offset by eliminating the volume of Geofoam that the space represents. Stadium Savers can provide technical assistance to help evaluate the options.

Question #5
Can Stadium Savers accommodate auditorium seating with curved risers?

Answer
Yes, we are not limited by complex geometric designs.

Question #6
Can Stadium Savers accommodate auditorium seating with riser mounted seats?

Answer
Yes, we have a complete solution that can include pre-drilled risers and bolt assemblies to eliminate field drilling. Contact us for more complete information.

Question #7
Can Stadium Savers accommodate various riser heights?

Answer
Yes, we can provide any riser height 4” and higher.

Question #8
What about seismic design?

Answer
We can provide design data for your structural engineer or complete seismic analysis for our system. Contact us for more detailed information.

Question #9
What types of buildings can Stadium Savers provide material for?

Answer
Any building that includes tiered or stadium seating; theatres, performing arts facilities, churches, educational facilities, and more.

Question #10
Does the Stadium Savers system require field fastening or welding of components?

Answer
No, we offer a completely engineered system. Steel risers are factory “punched” allowing parts to be pushed together. Foam layers are held together utilizing gripper plates, eliminating the need for field purchased adhesives.

Question #11
Does Stadium Savers need a concrete slab under their system?

Answer
No, well compacted granular fill will suffice.

Question #12
What is the greatest benefit of using Stadium Savers?

Answer
Speed! Many tiered seating auditoriums can be accomplished by locally available labor in just a few hours.

Question #13
Does Stadium Savers have crews to install the system?

Answer
No, all foam arrives to the jobsite precut and ready to lay in place with locally available labor. No experience or special skills are needed to install our system. General trades or concrete subcontractors usually install our system.

Question #14
How do we calculate the hours needed to assemble the Stadium Savers system?

Answer
That varies based on size of the area being installed. We will provide an estimate based on our experience with similar facilities.

For answers to additional questions, or technical assistance,
contact us at (616) 785-5598