When we think about netting solutions associated with golf driving ranges, the tendency is to assume that we are talking about the netting that runs along the sides and end of the range to contain the golf shots that might have excessive “fade” or “draw”.
We have recently been asked to provide a different solution for two new golf driving ranges being built in the Bay of Plenty. The approach was made following our successful establishment of a similar system at Remuera Golf Club a few years ago.
At Remuera, the club was building a two-level driving range and needed a fall protection solution for golfers who utilised the upper level.
The team at Safety Nets NZ, in conjunction with local structural engineers, developed a design that solved the problem for our clients while providing an aesthetically pleasing and functional solution. We manufactured and installed the outrigger system shown in the photographs, together with the net system, comprising fall arrest nets with 45mm mesh (rather than the usual 100mm mesh ) to suit the exact requirements of our client.
The system has proven to be so successful that we have now been asked to install a similar solution at both Mount Maunganui and Omanu Golf Clubs in the Bay of Plenty.
The system developed once again shows the flexibility that safety nets offer in regard to providing professional and cost-effective fall protection solutions.
Until next time
Craig
