EPDM Yellow Rubber Granules for Playground Surfacing

Premium EPDM Colored Playground Surfacing / Safety Tiles

Made with high-performance EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) rubber, featuring a saturated polymer backbone that delivers superior UV resistance, ozone resistance, and long-term weather durability. Unlike standard SBR recycled rubber, EPDM resists cracking, hardening, and color fading even after years of intense sun exposure, maintaining its vibrant appearance and elasticity.

Key Advantages:

  • Exceptional UV & weather resistance – retains color and flexibility for 10+ years
  • Shock-absorbing and slip-resistant surface for maximum safety
  • Rich, fade-resistant colors for lasting aesthetic appeal

Ideal for high-end playgrounds, kindergartens, parks, rooftop recreation areas, and outdoor sports facilities. The perfect combination of safety, durability, and premium aesthetics.

Premium EPDM rubber granules engineered for vibrant color, superior impact absorption,
and long-term UV stability — purpose-built for children’s playgrounds, park landscaping,
and high-traffic recreational surfaces worldwide.

8,000 h
Anti-UV Test
Certified
≥300%
Elongation
at Break
−45~105°C
Operating
Temperature

Product Overview

Our Yellow EPDM Granules (Model FLY 201) are manufactured from premium
Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer polymer, combined with high-quality UV-stable
pigments. The result is a playground surfacing material that keeps its vivid
yellow appearance for years — even under intense direct sunlight and extreme
weather cycles.

Available in five standard size grades from 0.5 mm to 4 mm, the granules
are designed for wet-pour installation, creating a seamless, cushioned rubber
surface compliant with EN 1177 impact attenuation standards.

Why Specifiers Choose FLY 201

01

Superior UV & Color Stability

FLY 201 passes 8,000 hours of accelerated UV exposure testing — roughly
equivalent to 10+ years of outdoor service. Pigments are locked into the
EPDM matrix, not surface-coated, preventing chalking or flaking.

✓ 8,000 h UV Report Available

02

Child-Safe & Non-Toxic

Free from heavy metals and hazardous substances. CE and RoHS certified.
Shock-absorbent surface reduces fall injury risk beneath play equipment —
ideal for kindergartens and public parks.

✓ CE & RoHS Certified

03

Fast, Reliable Delivery

Standard orders ship within 7 working days. Packaged in 25 kg bags,
40 bags per pallet — optimised for both LCL and FCL container loading.
Custom sizes available on request with minimal lead-time impact.

⚡ 7-Day Lead Time

04

Broad Temperature Tolerance

Remains elastic and crack-free from −45 °C to +105 °C, making FLY 201
suitable for projects in Scandinavia, the Middle East, and every climate
zone in between without seasonal reformulation.

✓ Global Climate Suitability

Technical Specifications

Parameter Value / Range Standard / Note
Material EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) Virgin-grade polymer
Color Yellow (FLY 201); custom colors available UV-stable pigment
Granule Size 0.5–2 / 1–3 / 1–3.5 / 1–4 / 2–4 mm Custom sizes on request
Tensile Strength ≥ 7 MPa ISO 37
Elongation at Break ≥ 300% ISO 37
Density ≤ 1.35 g/cm³ ISO 2781
Moisture Content ≤ 0.8% Internal QC
UV Resistance 8,000 hours (test report available) Accelerated weathering
Temperature Range −45 °C to +105 °C ISO 188
Impact Absorption Complies with EN 1177 Playground safety standard
Binder Type Polyurethane (aromatic or aliphatic) Wet-pour installation
Packaging 25 kg / bag — 40 bags / pallet
Certifications CE  RoHS Docs available on request
Lead Time 7 working days (standard)

Application Suitability at a Glance

✅ Best-Fit Applications
  • Children’s playgrounds & school yards
  • Kindergarten outdoor areas
  • Public park pathways
  • Landscape decorative floors
  • Running tracks & fitness zones
  • Pool deck surrounds
  • Outdoor sports courts
⚙️ Installation Highlights
  • Wet-pour mixing with PU binder
  • Trowel-applied over concrete, asphalt, or SBR base
  • Seamless surface — no joints or trip hazards
  • 1–3 mm grade for colour-blend designs
  • Aliphatic binder for UV-exposed top layer
  • Anti-slip surface texture
  • Noise-absorbing properties

⚠ Installer Note

For surfaces with prolonged direct UV exposure (e.g. open playgrounds without shade),
specify an aliphatic polyurethane binder for the top wear layer.
Aromatic binders may amber slightly when exposed directly to sunlight.
Always confirm substrate moisture content is below 4% before application.

5 Tips for Specifying EPDM Granules

Request the UV Test Report

Always ask for the manufacturer’s accelerated UV weathering report. FLY 201 provides an 8,000-hour certificate — a meaningful benchmark that distinguishes premium from budget-grade granules.

Match Granule Size to Application

1–3 mm is the most popular grade for playground surfaces and colour blending. Larger 2–4 mm granules suit high-drainage or thicker pour applications such as sports track base layers.

Verify Certifications Before Ordering

CE certification is mandatory for playground equipment in the EU; RoHS ensures restricted hazardous substances compliance. Request original documents for project submission files.

Plan for Pallet Quantities

Each pallet contains 40 × 25 kg bags (1,000 kg). For large projects, order in full pallet multiples to reduce per-kg freight cost and simplify site logistics.

Test a Sample Colour Panel First

Yellow reads differently under different light and binder ratios. Request a 0.5 m² sample pour before committing to large volumes — it cures in under a day and eliminates costly re-dos.

Frequently Asked Questions

EPDM offers significantly better UV and colour stability than recycled SBR (which is typically black or grey). SBR can leach carbon black and other residuals; EPDM is virgin material, free from contaminants, and meets stricter child-safety standards.

Yes. The 1–3 mm grade is specifically popular for multi-colour designs. Yellow is commonly paired with blue, red, or green to create activity zones or branded playground layouts. Ensure all colours come from the same supplier batch for consistent binder ratios.

Contact us for current MOQ details. We supply both small project quantities (bag-level) and full container orders. Custom colour and size requests may have different MOQ thresholds.

Yes. When installed at the correct depth with a polyurethane binder over an approved base, FLY 201 provides impact attenuation complying with EN 1177. Specific Critical Fall Height (CFH) values depend on installed depth — contact us for layering guidance.

Store bags in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight. Moisture content above 0.8% impairs binder curing. Keep bags sealed until immediately before mixing and use within the binder manufacturer’s recommended pot-life window.

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Technical Brief — EPDM Granules FLY 201This brief summarises the material science underpinning EPDM rubber granule
performance, covering polymer architecture, UV degradation mechanisms, and
wet-pour installation chemistry relevant to playground and landscape engineers.
EN 1177
CE Certified
RoHS Compliant
Wet-Pour Installation
ASTM UV Weathering

Material Architecture: Why EPDM Outperforms SBR in UV Environments

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EPDM (Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer) owes its exceptional outdoor durability
to its saturated polymer backbone. Unlike SBR, which contains double bonds along
its main chain that are vulnerable to ozone and UV attack, EPDM positions its
reactive diene units exclusively in side chains — leaving the primary backbone
chemically inert to atmospheric degradation agents.

The practical consequence is a surface that does not crack, harden, or discolour
at the rate of recycled alternatives. For coloured playground surfacing — where
aesthetic longevity is as commercially important as structural integrity —
this distinction is fundamental.

Property
FLY 201 Value
Test Method
Significance
Tensile Strength
≥ 7 MPa
ISO 37
Resists tearing under traffic
Elongation at Break
≥ 300%
ISO 37
High elasticity = impact absorption
Density
≤ 1.35 g/cm³
ISO 2781
Lightweight; reduces substrate load
Moisture Content
≤ 0.8%
Internal QC
Critical for binder cure quality
UV Resistance
8,000 h
Accelerated
≈ 10+ yrs outdoor service
Temperature Range
−45 ~ +105 °C
ISO 188
Arctic to tropical climates

Wet-Pour Installation: Chemistry Overview

 

In wet-pour applications, EPDM granules are combined with a two-component
polyurethane binder immediately before laying. The isocyanate component reacts
with moisture and hydroxyl groups on the granule surface, forming urethane
crosslinks that bond granules into a cohesive matrix.

Typical Mix Ratio Reference (indicative — confirm with binder supplier)
EPDM Granules : PU Binder85–90% : 10–15% (by weight)
// Exact ratio varies by granule size, desired hardness, and ambient temperature
// Aliphatic binder recommended for top layer (UV-exposed) applications
// Aromatic binder acceptable for base/sub-layer — lower cost, slight yellowing risk
⚠ Installation Note
Ambient temperature during installation should be between +5 °C and +35 °C,
with relative humidity below 80%. Low temperatures significantly slow PU cure rates;
high humidity can cause premature surface skinning. Always check substrate moisture
with a CM meter before pour.

Standards & References

EN 1177:2018 — Impact Absorbing Playground Surfacing: Determination of Critical Fall Height
ISO 37:2017 — Rubber, vulcanized or thermoplastic: determination of tensile stress-strain properties
RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU — Restriction of Hazardous Substances
CE Marking — Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on personal protective equipment & related product directives
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