Feature

From handsprings to heavy springs: Raising the bar of gymnastics equipment

Lesjöfors recently engineered a series of heavy-duty springs to enhance the performance gained by athletes using sprung floors.

01/08/2025 14:56:40

Project overview
When you watch a gymnast flip, tumble and twist, jaw dropping at their balance, flexibility, agility and endurance, you rarely think of what’s happening beneath their feet.

Underneath the floor mat, supporting the artistry, is literally a web of springs, specifically designed to facilitate the needs of the gymnast.

Working with Tumbl Trak, the international distributor of gymnastic equipment, Lesjöfors Heavy Springs developed a high-quality sprung floor spring, to optimise the athletic potential of gymnasts within the rigorous safety boundaries of the industry.

Read the full article in DPA's August 2025 issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.