Gym Equipment Archives - Draper, Inc. Blog

Introducing a New Standard for Inspections and Maintenance of Indoor Gym Equipment

by Matt Schultz | Sep 9, 2026 | Gym Equipment

Ceiling suspended gymnasium equipment, such as basketball backstops, gym dividers, overhead volleyball systems, and more, is very heavy. And keeping that equipment maintained and in good working order is important to ensure the safety of athletes, students, and...

Neal Turner Takes on New Responsibilities

by Neal Turner | Sep 24, 2025 | Draper Updates, Gym Equipment

After leading the Draper Gym Equipment group for the past 26 years, I am leaving my current role of Market Director – Gymnasium Equipment. But while I am stepping away from my Gym Equipment duties, I’m not leaving Draper. I am assuming the position of Director...

Draper Gym Solutions on Show in Athletic Business Architectural Showcase

by Neal Turner | Jul 30, 2025 | Gym Equipment

One of the highlights of each year for our gym equipment group is seeing the fruits of our labor in the annual Athletic Business Architectural Showcase. While we don’t get to see the final outcome of the vast majority of our gym equipment projects, it’s enjoyable and...

New ASTM Standard is Slam Dunk for Gym Safety

by Neal Turner | Jan 22, 2025 | Gym Equipment

Safety in the gym has always been our top priority at Draper. That’s why we participated in the development of a new ASTM standard that provides direction to users, specifiers, and manufacturers of basketball backstops for installation in public venues. ASTM F3731 –...

Are You Ready for Pickleball?

by Neal Turner | Oct 2, 2024 | Gym Equipment

Have you heard of Pickleball? If not, you may want to start investigating. For the past 3 years Pickleball has been the fastest growing sport in the United States according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association. Many schools and recreation centers are...

Draper Adds Commercial Sales Account Representatives

by Pat Herron | May 15, 2024 | Architecture/Green Building, Gym Equipment, Solar Control & Window Shades

Draper has added two Commercial Sales Account Representatives for window shades and gym equipment. John Hutson will be responsible for the Draper dealer network in the southeastern United States. John has been with Draper since 1995, holding various positions in...