Plastic Mats for Ski Jumping Hills

The plastic elements are made of frost-resistant polypropylene, which, thanks to its low coefficient of friction, is well suited for ski jumping due to its gliding properties. The fiber structure and material composition of our plastic mats have been developed to produce a smooth and predictable glide all year round. This guarantees jumpers a safe and snow-like gliding surface even in challenging weather conditions. We also manufacture snow nets for winter use of ski jumping hills, the purpose of which is to prevent snow masses from sliding downwards.

Conductio Oy’s plastic elements are FIS-approved, meaning they meet all the requirements set by the International Ski Federation for plastic surfaces for ski jumping hills. FIS approval ensures that the plastic mats provide a safe, smooth and competitive glide in all weather conditions.

Thanks to the UV protection we use, we can give our products the longest warranty period on the market of 10 years. However, the actual service life is easily up to 15-20 years. UV radiation from the sun usually causes oxidation, embrittlement and discoloration in plastics. For this reason, it is important to use a high-quality UV protection agent during the manufacturing phase of the product. As a result of extensive product development, we have chosen the HALS + UV absorber combination as our polypropylene UV protection agent. In this combination, HALS acts as a kind of “sunscreen” for the plastic, which does not absorb the sun, but stops the chain reaction caused by UV radiation and extends the product’s service life outdoors many times over. The UV absorber, on the other hand, acts as a kind of “sunglasses” for the plastic, absorbing UV radiation itself and converting it into thermal energy, preventing the light from damaging the base material. When these are combined, much better UV protection is achieved than when either is used alone. This combination can honestly be called “premium” protection for plastics and is the best option when you want to keep polypropylene colorful and jump-proof for years of outdoor use.

The safety plate is an integral part of the element’s structure, as it is pressed directly into the fiber part during production. This structure prevents the fibers from coming loose and makes the coating even and stable. The integrated safety plate also increases the safety of jumpers in case of falls, as there are no separate and easily raised safety plate edges.

Plastic elements can be manufactured in different colors and can be customized with various images, logos and texts, etc. These are manufactured as large elements at the factory or alternatively only during the installation phase.

The long service life is achieved through carefully selected, high-quality raw materials, effective UV protection and a precise production method that ensures consistent quality. The plastic element has a 10-year warranty, but its practical service life often extends to 15–20 years. It withstands time, weather conditions and heavy wear, providing a long-lasting and cost-effective solution.