American Sports Builders Association
Advanced Polymer Technology is a longtime collaborator with the American Sports Builders Association (ASBA), united by a simple, shared mission: deliver safer, higher-performing sports environments through rigorous standards, proven materials, and thoughtful design. From indoor multipurpose courts to international-caliber tracks and outdoor tennis venues, the surface beneath an athlete’s feet is foundational. It influences speed, traction, impact forces, and, ultimately, confidence. Our affiliation with ASBA underscores our commitment to helping owners, designers, and contractors create facilities that meet the moment: precise, durable, and athlete-centric.
Who the ASBA Serves and Why It Matters
Established in 1965, the American Sports Builders Association is the leading authority for best practices in sports facility design, construction, and maintenance. The association convenes architects, engineers, contractors, manufacturers, consultants, and facility operators to set the bar for quality and then raise it. Through technical guidance, education, and certification programs, the ASBA helps ensure that projects are not only well-designed on paper but also properly installed and maintained for long-term performance.
That holistic perspective aligns naturally with our approach at Advanced Polymer Technology. Surfaces are never “just materials;” they are systems that must be tailored to climate, usage, sport, budget, and lifecycle goals. The ASBA’s resources and community help keep every stakeholder aligned around what “good” looks like, from subbase preparation to finish coats and ongoing care.
How Advanced Polymer Technology Contributes to the ASBA Community
Our role in the ASBA ecosystem is to bring deep material science and sport-specific expertise to the table. Our portfolio spans high-performance polyurethane and acrylic systems engineered for courts and tracks. Within that umbrella are well-known solution families such as Laykold (court systems), Rekortan (track systems), and other specialized coatings designed for demanding facility environments.
What does that mean for owners and builders who rely on ASBA guidance?
- Evidence-driven performance: Our systems are engineered for consistent traction, energy return, force reduction, and ball response, which are key variables that influence athlete safety and playability.
- Design flexibility: We support a range of specifications, cushion builds, and textures to tune speed, comfort, and acoustics across sports and venues.
- Climate resilience: UV stability, crack-bridging options, and moisture management are prioritized to help surfaces perform in hot, cold, wet, or high-altitude conditions.
- Lifecycle value: Thoughtful system design, compatible maintenance products, and resurfacing pathways help extend service life and optimize total cost of ownership.
By participating in ASBA events and collaborating on industry best practices, we share lessons learned from thousands of projects worldwide: what works, what to avoid, and how to future-proof investments.
Safety, Quality, and Sustainability – Built In
Performance without safety is a non-starter. In collaboration with the ASBA’s quality ethos, Advanced Polymer Technology emphasizes:
- Athlete well-being: Tunable cushioning, surface uniformity, and predictable traction help reduce overuse stresses and support consistent movement patterns.
- Quality assurance: Batch traceability, on-site testing protocols, and installation checklists support repeatable, spec-compliant outcomes.
- Sustainability focus: Low-VOC formulations, durable system architectures that extend service life, and resurfacing pathways help reduce waste and environmental impact over the lifecycle.
These priorities reflect what the ASBA has championed for decades: surfaces that perform on day one and keep performing.
Why Owners and Designers Choose Advanced Polymer Technology & the American Sports Builders Association
- Predictable results: Clear specs and proven systems reduce risk.
- Speed to execution: A common language among ASBA members accelerates coordination.
- Long-term value: Durable systems and informed maintenance protect ROI.
- Athlete experience: Consistency and comfort help athletes perform at their best.
Whether you are planning a collegiate track, a municipal tennis complex, or a multi-court indoor facility, that combination is a meaningful advantage.
25%
of all World Athletics certified tracks are by Sport Group
310+
Installations at World Athletics Certified Facilities
2M+
Meters of track material poured annually
Let Us Build What Athletes Deserve
The affiliation between Advanced Polymer Technology and the American Sports Builders Association represents more than shared membership; it is a shared commitment to doing things the right way. Through collaboration, innovation, and relentless attention to detail, we help project teams deliver safer, faster, and more resilient sports environments that serve communities for years.
If you are exploring a new facility, evaluating a resurfacing plan, or refining a specification, our team is ready to help. Contact us today to discuss your goals, review system options, and tap into the collective knowledge of the ASBA community.
Let Us Build What Athletes Deserve
The affiliation between Advanced Polymer Technology and the American Sports Builders Association represents more than shared membership; it is a shared commitment to doing things the right way. Through collaboration, innovation, and relentless attention to detail, we help project teams deliver safer, faster, and more resilient sports environments that serve communities for years.
If you are exploring a new facility, evaluating a resurfacing plan, or refining a specification, our team is ready to help. Contact us today to discuss your goals, review system options, and tap into the collective knowledge of the ASBA community.