Modern horse racing originated in the United Kingdom. Its competition methods and organization management are far more advanced and scientific than ancient horse racing. The competition forms have also developed into different types such as flat horse racing, obstacle racing, cross-country horse racing, harness racing and relay horse racing. Different types of horse farms have some differences in the stables, and the supporting facilities of the stables are even more different. There are many types of horse farms, such as competition type, training type, tourism and vacation type, breeding type, isolation field type, English equestrianism, western equestrianism, polo, speed competition, etc. No matter what the purpose of the horse farm, the stable is essential of.
Speed horse racing is a competitive activity that compares the running speed of horses and the ability of riders to control horses. Speed racing has a long history. According to research, in the ancient Olympic Games held in ancient Greece in the 7th century BC, there were four horse-driving competitions. More than 40 years later, the horse racing competitions were changed to riders. The perimeter is not less than 1600 meters, and the straight-line distance is not less than 200 meters.
Types of racecourse
There are also many different types and uses of venues, such as: training venues, competition venues, venues for horses to relax, and lawn venues. Different types of horse farms require different types of venues, and the number and specifications of the venues are also very different.
Racetracks for horses include grass, mud, sand, and artificial tracks. Due to the excitement of the competition, the distance is generally not less than 1,600 meters in circumference, and the straight-line distance is not less than 200 meters. It is built on the hillside, with more natural geographical conditions, so the up and down slopes are relatively intense, and the straight line is long, forming an irregular track.
Typhoons and thunderstorms are the biggest influences on equestrian events. Therefore, the racecourse should have good drainage conditions.
The covered area of the racecourse building is relatively large, and the rainwater should be designed according to the pressure flow. The design recurrence period should be reasonably selected according to the grade of the racecourse.
Traditional way for stormwater drainage
Traditionally, the track is actually divided into three levels, the bottom is the drainage tank, the middle layer is laid in turn with large stone, small stone, gravel, asphalt, etc., and the surface layer is covered with special sand, elastic and inelastic fibers, cloth and other absorbent fibers. The system is designed to provide enough support to protect the horse’s feet and to help drain water quickly.
An alternative for traditional racecourse stormwater drainage- Equine Floor Grid System
To ease the problems for racecourse stormwater drainage, HOENSOEY Technology provides ideal solutions for stormwater drainage. Under the layer of horse paddock mud control grids, there is a layer for HOENSOEY Water Storage Crates (Cellular drainage box). They are a new type of rainwater storage honeycomb units with ultra-high compression strength and unique buckles. They are a core component in shallow surface water treatment systems. The shape of HOENSOEY Cellular Storage is honeycomb. It is truly advanced with perfect function of support and balance. In addition, it is an efficient way to save workforce and cost during installation by applying HOENSOEY Cells.
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