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AUD and Interlocking EVA Jigsaw Rubber Gym Mats

The AUD continued to strengthen overnight despite the disappointing April trade balance figure. Imports exceeded exports for the first time since November 2013 and gave further cause for concern of China’s slowdown.

The Aussie dropped 30 pts on the back of this figure but then saw an 80 pt rise overnight as US unemployment claims rose by 8,000 from last week to coming in at 312k for the week ending 31/5 (a rise of 8k from last week) and causing concern before the US jobs report later tonight.
Technical levels show the AUD’s quick rise from the recent lows may have the AUD heavily overbought so tread with caution when deciding to hold off on buying as heavy rises often mean heavy corrections.

The strong dollar should have a positive impact on the price of EVA interlocking jigsaw rubber gym mats. Ezymats is a leading supplier of EVA interlocking jigsaw rubber gym mats in Australia and globally.

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Ezymats to stock 20mm and 30mm jigsaw mats

Ezymats will now be stocking 20mm and 30mm EVA interlocking jigsaw mats. We currently have a shipment of 20mm and 30mm coming from our factory. They are scheduled to arrive in July.

Our 20mm and 30mm EVA interlocking jigsaw rubber gym mats can be pre-ordered or reserved. We only have 200mats each from 20mm and 30mm on the boat. We also have 40mm EVA interlocking jigsaw rubber gym mats stocked in our warehouse in Belmore.

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Ezymat increase range of safety mats

Ezymats continue to increase their range of safety mats. As well as their popular 40mm jigsaw mats and other EVA mats Ezymats now has arrange of specialty mats available on special order.

Mats now available include vinyl mats, rubber mats and EVA mats. The mats can be used for a range of activities and applications including, gym mats, impact mats, gymnastics mats, judo mats, wrestling mats, grappling mats, BJJ mats, karate mats, taekwondo mats, children’s play mats.

Contact Ezymats for all you safety mat requirements.

Gymnastics Mats For Training

Gymnastics Mats For Training

Mats are used for safety in gymnastics, and in training new skills. They are usually a piece of foam ranging from 1.5-28 inches thick, covered in a vinyl or plastic lining. The foam ranges in density from relatively firm to very soft.

Landing mats are usually blue, but can also be almost any other color. Mats come in a range of sizes, from very small mats used on the beam, to very large mats, used in the foam pits.

Typically, in both competition and practice, the use of mats is mandatory. On every event except floor exercise, pommel horse and vault, gymnasts may use an additional landing mat, without deduction, which may be adjusted for distance.

Types of Gymnastics Mats

Beam pads

Gymnastics coach fastening a foam wrap to the balance beam.

This gymnastics coach is fastening a foam beam wrap to the balance beam.
These are thin mats that fasten around the balance beam. They are used only in training to give gymnasts training high-level skills additional protection and a wider landing space while working on the apparatus. Makeshift beam pads can also be constructed from soft mats placed over the beam surface, if necessary.

Blocks

Blocks are firm, trapezoid or rectangular shaped mats. They can be attached to other blocks via velcro and straps. Blocks are routinely used as step-stools for gymnasts working on the bars or beam and as practice vaulting surfaces.

Crash mats

Typically, these mats are extremely thick and soft, and are used when an athlete is learning a new, high-impact skill.

Folding panel mats

These mats are thin, firm mats about twelve feet in length. They usually have alternating color panels and can be folded, stacked and attached to other mats via velcro strips at the ends. Normally used for practicing tumbling moves, these mats may be stacked to provide a protective surface for gymnasts working on the low balance beam, or provide a means for a gymnast to reach the bars or rings. They have a history of usage in gymnastics, martial arts and physical education classes. Schools generally purchase new folding mats once every 7 years. These mats are perfect for providing a level of protection for the body from high impact collisions with hard solid surfaces such as hardwood or concrete flooring. There are two main categories of foam used in these types of mats, cross-linked polyethylene foam and polyurethane foam.

Mats Foam Core

Polyethylene foam

Cross-linked polyethylene foam is a very solid and sturdy foam, when being used in a folding panel gym mat—it is generally accepted to be at a standard of 1 3/8″ thickness. Mats with this type of foam would be considered for professional use in sporting events.

The foam is firm, but not as firm as the cross-linked polyethylene foam used in 1 3/8″ thick models. Because of the lack of firmness mats made with this type of foam generally use specifically 2″ thick 100 ILD open cell 4.5 lb. density polyurethane foam. Generally accepted uses of mats with this kind of foam are practice venues, home use, and youth amateur sports events.

Vinyls

Each mat although maybe of different foam generally have similar vinyl enclosures. 14 to 18 ounce polyester laminated vinyl is generally used in all folding mat applications. The vinyl covers should be fire-retardant (class – A), puncture and mildew resistant and have antibacterial properties to help maintain good hygiene. Velcro on each end of the mat allows a near seamless connection to additional mats for tumbling runs or expansive areas.

Jigsaw Mats

Interlocking EVA foam jigsaw mats (also known as puzzle mats) have become very popular over the last few years. Jigsaw mats are much more affordable compared to the traditional vinyl and tatami mats and can be used for many activities that include, gymnastics, aerobics, acrobatics, cross-training, MMABJJ (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu)AikidoKempo, Jiu Jitsu, Karate, NinjutsuKung FuWing Chun, Yoga, Taekwondo, Hapkido, Capoeira, Kick Boxing and Boxing.

Jigsaw mats are also known as puzzle mats, jiu jutsu mats, wrestling mats, judo mats, karate mats, rubber mats, gym mats, tae kwon do mats, and gymnastic mats just to name a few.

Interlocking Mats

Interlocking jigsaw mats are easy to lay on any floor area are lightweight, easy to carry and durable. They offer a permanent or temporary cushioned floor solution for comfort and added safety. They are also increasingly popular for home gyms and children’s play areas.

Jigsaw mats are available in a variety of sizes. The sizes include 20mm jigsaw mats, 30mm jigsaw mats and 40mm jigsaw mats (which we have in stock). There are even 50mm mats jigsaw mats but they are rare.

Our jigsaw mats are of great quality and are easy to assemble. They are 1 metre squared in size and 40mm thick

Sizes

Ranging from 4 feet x 8 feet to 6 feet x 12 feet, sizes usually only matter when limited by space or personal preference. In most cases – like in gymnastics – multiple mats are purchased to be strung together via Velcro to create the ultimate sure-footed tumbling experience.

Generally mats used for gymnasiums and gymnastics come in 2-foot-wide panels and is why many in the industry call them folding panel mats or folding mats. The 2-foot-wide panels allow for ease in both set up and clean up when using the mats to becoming the perfect compact size for storage.

Incline mats

Gymnast performing handstand on a folding incline.

This Gymnast performs a Handstand on a folding incline.
Also known as wedge mats, cheese mats or simply “the cheese,” are firm mats shaped like right triangles. They are mainly used to teach and train beginning and intermediate gymnastics skills such as rolls, walkovers and handsprings.

Springboard mats

These firm mats are used on vault. They are U-shaped and surround the springboard on three sides. In the event that the gymnast’s foot misses the springboard during his or her vault attempt, he or she can push off the mat for momentum and, hopefully, avoid a serious injury. Under the current Code of Points, these mats are mandatory for any gymnast performing a Yurchenko-style vault.

Landing mats

These mats are thin and soft, and are usually white or red in color to distinguish them from the other mats and floor exercise area. They are used on the floor exercise to lessen the “sting,” or impact, of tumbling run landings and for dismounts on the beam or floor. Sting mats are routinely used in training, but are only rarely used or permitted in competition.

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Market Watch

Overview of the Markets

The majority of European and American Equity markets finished in the green with only modest gains as the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed 0.27% at 16,491.31, just shy of historical highs. The NASDAQ and S&P 500 also rose 0.52% & 0.37% respectively. The markets rallied on the back of further signs the world’s largest economy is still improving as US building permits rose to 1.08m over the 1.01m forecast.

Gold remained relatively unchanged with only a $0.20 decline to close the week at US$1,293.40 while WTI Crude Oil jumped $0.52 up to $102.02 a barrel.

Elsewhere tension are still at boiling point in the Ukraine as Civil War starts to look more and more likely with fighting continues to rage as we draw closer to the May 25th presidential elections.

The AUD finished up for the third straight week and continued its push for a fourth straight month of gains, the longest rally in 4 years for the Aussie currency. With the absence of any major data on Friday the AUD drifted within a tight range to close almost unchanged. With a relatively quiet week locally.

Jigsaw mats pricing remains stable. They will remain so as long as the dollar is strong. It has been consistently been trading above $0.93USD. The 40mm jigsaw mat pricing is between $25.00 and $30.00 per mat depending on pricing.

Ezymats offer a large range of jigsaw mats and gym mats.

Only two more weeks for new jigsaw mats stock

There are only two more weeks to go for our 40mm jigsaw mats to arrive. We currently have over 600 mats on the high seas. They will be allocated on a first come first serve basis. So be sure to reserve your mats.

Not to fear though. If you miss out on these we will surely have another container arriving soon after.

40mm EVA Foam Jigsaw mats

Pre-order your jigsaw mats now

Our latest shipment of jigsaw mats will be leaving China on the 5th May. They will take two weeks before they reach our shores by boat. The container will be delivered and unloaded at our warehouse in Belmore. In total there are 600 40mm jigsaw mats arriving with this shipment which includes shipping cartons.

Order your mats today if you would like to reserve stock. From our experience the mats will sell fact and you may miss out if you don’t reserve yours.

Call us on (02) 9718-7424 or email us at: info@ezymats.com.au

You can also visit us at: 705 Canterbury Road Belmore NSW.

Training supplies factory direct from Ezymats

Ezymats have the unique position for an Australian company of having a presence in China. As such we have able to source all your training needs direct from the factory. The quality will always be good and price excellent.

Our sourcing ability includes all MMA and martial arts training gear. Aa well a our EVA jigsaw mats we can source: gloves, hits, bag, protectors uniforms, wrestling dummies, etc. So whatever you products needs please contact us for pricing.

Delivery is usually 4 weeks as we add any order to our shipment of mats. We normally have 40′ containers so there is space to add to our shipment.

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More jigsaw mats on the boat

We have another container of jigsaw mats on the way. Although we have more jigsaw mats in the warehouse, our stock will run out soon and the new arrival will be welcome. If you are thinking of ordering a large quantity of 40mm jigsaw mats be be sure to book them. Our mats are very popular and it has been challenging just to keep up with demand. The exceptional quality and excellent price makes them appealing for all sorts of organisations. The thickness and sturdiness makes them ideal for many applications. We have noticed that our customers’ keep coming from a diverse segment of the community with application of which we would never have thought. Book you mats today or come and buy the few remaining mats that we have.