Planning Guide

Comprehensive
Bowling Center
May 2003 / B-0503-12
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Brunswick Bowling and Billiards Corporation

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Muskegon, MI 49443-0329
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Foreword
Brunswick Bowling has carefully compiled over a century of bowling experi-
ence into this reference guide. The data is unique to bowling center construc-
tion and has been prepared for the benefit of our customers.

This guide is not a substitute for the professional capabilities of an architect or

engineer. Its purpose is simply to conserve time and effort by acquainting our
customers with the requirements and considerations for modern bowling
structures. We recommend each customer review this guide with a profes-
sional architect or engineer to insure correctness and completeness of his
plans. For specific details, consult with your authorized Brunswick
representative.

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Table of Contents
Preliminary Planning ................................................................................ 1-1
Considerations ................................................................................................... 1-1
Errors in Planning .............................................................................................. 1-2
Site Planning ..................................................................................................... 1-2
Building Types ................................................................................................... 1-3
Parking .............................................................................................................. 1-3
Exterior Signs .................................................................................................... 1-5
General Planning ...................................................................................... 2-1
Key Bowling Lane Dimensions ........................................................................ 2-1
Building Width ................................................................................................... 2-2
Bowling Lane Widths ................................................................................. 2-2
Column Spacing .......................................................................................... 2-6
Side Aisles .................................................................................................. 2-6
Other Building Considerations .......................................................................... 2-7
Storage, Shops, and Service Aisles ............................................................. 2-7
Equipment Length ...................................................................................... 2-7
Concourse .................................................................................................. 2-7
Variables - Public Area Accommodations .................................................. 2-8
Reception Center ................................................................................. 2-9
Billiard Rooms ...................................................................................... 2-9
Electronic Game Room ....................................................................... 2-10
Multi-Purpose Rooms ......................................................................... 2-11
Locker Areas ...................................................................................... 2-11
Rest Rooms ........................................................................................ 2-11
Building Maintenance Equipment Storage Area ................................. 2-11
Bowling Maintenance Area ................................................................ 2-11
Manager’s Office and Computer Room ............................................. 2-12
Food and Beverage Areas .................................................................. 2-12
Lounge/Bar ......................................................................................... 2-12
Floors ............................................................................................................... 2-13
Concrete Floor ........................................................................................... 2-13
Vapor Barrier ...................................................................................... 2-13
Termite Proofing ................................................................................. 2-13
Pipes, Drains, etc. ............................................................................... 2-13
Hardening and Dust-proofing .................................................................... 2-14
Drying Time ............................................................................................... 2-14
Floor Loading Diagrams .................................................................................. 2-16
Upper Floor Installation .................................................................................... 2-18
Construction .............................................................................................. 2-18
Acoustic Considerations ............................................................................ 2-18
Lane Installation Information ........................................................................... 2-21
Lane Foundations ...................................................................................... 2-21
Anvilane Prolane New Lanes On I-Joist Foundations ........................ 2-21
Local Building Codes ................................................................................. 2-23

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 Ceilings .............................................................................................................2-26
Clear Span Ceiling .....................................................................................2-26
Ceiling Height ............................................................................................2-26
Structural Requirements ............................................................................ 2-26
Typical Ceiling Construction ............................................................................ 2-27
Roof ................................................................................................................. 2-28
Interior Atmospheric Conditions ............................................................. 3-1
Lighting ............................................................................................................. 3-1
General Lighting ......................................................................................... 3-1
Objectives ............................................................................................ 3-1
Footcandles .......................................................................................... 3-1
Bowlers' Area (Suggested 10-15 Footcandles) ................................... 3-1
Approach (Suggested 5-10 Footcandles) ............................................. 3-2
Specialty Lighting ................................................................................. 3-2
Lane Surface (Required 15-20 Footcandles) ....................................... 3-2
Pinsetter Area (Suggested 30-35 Footcandles) ................................... 3-2
Mechanic's Work Area (Suggested 75-100 Footcandles) .................... 3-2
Concourse lighting ................................................................................ 3-2
Operation .................................................................................................... 3-2
Planning ...................................................................................................... 3-2
Heating and Ventilation Objectives ................................................................... 3-3
First ............................................................................................................. 3-3
Second ........................................................................................................ 3-3
Third ........................................................................................................... 3-3
Humidity ..................................................................................................... 3-4
Insulation .................................................................................................... 3-5
Design Conditions ....................................................................................... 3-5
Heating and Ventilation Considerations ............................................................. 3-6
Costs of Air Handling ................................................................................. 3-6
Original Cost ........................................................................................ 3-6
Operating Cost ..................................................................................... 3-6
Cost of Maintenance and Repairs ....................................................... 3-6
Zoning ......................................................................................................... 3-6
Smoke Controls and Filters ......................................................................... 3-7
Electrostatic Filters .............................................................................. 3-7
Mechanical Filters ................................................................................ 3-7
Activated Charcoal Filters ................................................................... 3-8
Heating System Selection ........................................................................... 3-8
Heating and Cooling Systems ..................................................................... 3-8
System Responsibility .......................................................................... 3-8
Ceiling Fans ................................................................................................ 3-9
Energy Management .................................................................................. 3-9
Acoustics ......................................................................................................... 3-10
Objectives .................................................................................................. 3-10
Selection of Materials ................................................................................3-10
Noise Reduction Coefficients .................................................................... 3-11
Frequencies ............................................................................................... 3-11
Correlated Ceiling Plan .............................................................................. 3-11

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 Building Material Selections ............................................................................. 3-12
Walls .......................................................................................................... 3-12
Windows and Glass ............................................................................. 3-12
Insulating Qualities .............................................................................. 3-12
Interior Wall Treatment ....................................................................... 3-12
Floor Coverings ......................................................................................... 3-12
Construction Schedule & Pre-Delivery Requirements ......................... 4-1
Construction Schedule ...................................................................................... 4-1
Brunswick Pre-Delivery Requirements ............................................................ 4-1
The Shell ..................................................................................................... 4-1
Bowling Lane Area .................................................................................... 4-1
Concrete Floor ............................................................................................ 4-1
Plumbing ..................................................................................................... 4-2
Ceiling and Lighting .................................................................................... 4-2
Electrical Power ......................................................................................... 4-2
Sprinkler Systems ....................................................................................... 4-2
Permanent Power Wiring ........................................................................... 4-2
Temperature and Humidity Control ............................................................ 4-3
Unloading Space and Equipment Entrance Requirements ......................... 4-3
Storage Space ............................................................................................ 4-3
Washroom Facilities ................................................................................... 4-3
Building Maintenance ............................................................................... 5-1
Building Structure .............................................................................................. 5-1
Walls and Foundations ................................................................................ 5-1
Roofs and Trusses ...................................................................................... 5-1
Floors .......................................................................................................... 5-1
Ceilings ....................................................................................................... 5-2
Mechanical Equipment ...................................................................................... 5-2
Electrical ..................................................................................................... 5-2
General Outside .......................................................................................... 5-3
Equipment Specifications
Tabletop Bowler Seating Fact Sheet ................................................................. 6-1
Tabletop Bowler Seating - Fixed and Swing and Swivel .................................. 6-2
Tabletop Bowler Seating: .................................................................................. 6-3
Tabletop Bowler Seating - Fixed ................................................................ 6-3
Reduced Length Tabletop Bowler Seating: ....................................................... 6-4
Tabletop Bowler Seating - Fixed ................................................................ 6-4
Tabletop Bowler Seating: .................................................................................. 6-5
Tabletop Bowler Seating - Swing & Swivel ............................................... 6-5
Reduced Length Tabletop Bowler Seating: ....................................................... 6-6
Tabletop Bowler Seating - Swing & Swivel ............................................... 6-6
Modular Wall Fact Sheet .................................................................................. 6-7
Modular Wall with Rectangle Top Fact Sheet .................................................. 6-8
Modular Wall: .................................................................................................... 6-9
Modular Wall .............................................................................................. 6-9
Modular Wall: ................................................................................................... 6-10
Modular Wall ............................................................................................. 6-10

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 Attached Swivel Seating ........................................................................... 6-10
Modular Wall: ................................................................................................... 6-11
Modular Wall ............................................................................................. 6-11
Attached Swivel Seating ........................................................................... 6-11
Round End Top Fact Sheet .............................................................................. 6-12
Modular Wall: ................................................................................................... 6-13
Modular Wall .............................................................................................6-13
Modular Wall: ................................................................................................... 6-14
Modular Wall .............................................................................................6-14
Attached Swivel Seating ........................................................................... 6-14
Modular Wall: ................................................................................................... 6-15
Modular Wall .............................................................................................6-15
Attached Swing and Swivel Seating .........................................................6-15
Modular Wall with Trapezoid Top Fact Sheet .................................................. 6-16
Modular Wall: ................................................................................................... 6-17
Modular Wall .............................................................................................6-17
Modular Wall: ................................................................................................... 6-18
Modular Wall .............................................................................................6-18
Attached Swivel Seating .......................................................................... 6-18
Modular Wall: ................................................................................................... 6-19
Modular Wall .............................................................................................6-19
Attached Swing and Swivel Seating .........................................................6-19
Modular Wall with Half-Width Rectangle Top Fact Sheet .............................. 6-20
Modular Wall: ................................................................................................... 6-21
Modular Wall .............................................................................................6-21
Triangular Top for Modular Wall System Fact Sheet ....................................... 6-22
Modular Wall: ................................................................................................... 6-23
Triangular Top ........................................................................................... 6-23
Contour Seat Fact Sheet ..................................................................................6-24
Seating: .............................................................................................................6-25
Twin Seat Bench Seating Fact Sheet ............................................................... 6-26
Twin Seat Bench Seating Fact Sheet ............................................................... 6-27
Twin Seat Bench Seating: ................................................................................6-28
Twin Seat Bench .......................................................................................6-28
Plastic Ashtray/Drink Holder: .......................................................................... 6-29
Plastic Ashtray .......................................................................................... 6-29
End Table With Holes ...................................................................................... 6-30
End Table with holes ........................................................................................6-30
Ball Return Rack and Hood .............................................................................6-31
Ball Return Rack and Hood .............................................................................6-32
Ball Rack ................................................................................................... 6-32
House Ball Rack Fact Sheet ............................................................................ 6-33
Circular House Ball Rack Fact Sheet ..............................................................6-34
Circular House Ball Rack: ............................................................................... 6-35
3 Tier Circular House Ball Rack ............................................................... 6-35
2 Tier Circular House Ball Rack ............................................................... 6-35
In-Line House Ball Rack Fact Sheet ............................................................... 6-36
In-Line House Ball Rack with Top: .................................................................6-37
In-Line Ball Rack ......................................................................................6-37

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 Table Fact Sheet .............................................................................................. 6-38
Cocktail Table Fact Sheet ................................................................................ 6-39
Cocktail Table - Bar Height/Table Height: ....................................................... 6-40
Cocktail Table - Bar Height ...................................................................... 6-40
Cocktail Table - Table Height .................................................................... 6-40
Triangular Table Fact Sheet ............................................................................. 6-41
Triangular Table with Leaning Rail: ................................................................. 6-42
Triangular Table ......................................................................................... 6-42
Leaning Rail .............................................................................................. 6-42
Freestanding Chairs Fact Sheet ....................................................................... 6-43
Freestanding Bar Height Chair with Foot Rail Fact Sheet .............................. 6-44
Freestanding Chairs: ........................................................................................ 6-45
Freestanding Chairs ................................................................................... 6-45
Freestanding Table Height Chair Fact Sheet ................................................... 6-46
Freestanding Chairs: ........................................................................................ 6-47
Freestanding Chairs ................................................................................... 6-47
Trash Receptacle Fact Sheet ........................................................................... 6-48
Trash Receptacle: ............................................................................................ 6-49
Trash Receptacle ....................................................................................... 6-49
Coat Hanger for Modular Walls: ...................................................................... 6-50
Coat Hanger .............................................................................................. 6-50
Shelf for Modular Walls: .................................................................................. 6-51
Shelf .......................................................................................................... 6-51
Ball Rack for Modular Walls: ........................................................................... 6-52
Ball Rack ................................................................................................... 6-52
Automatic Pinsetters ................................................................................ 7-1
GS-Series Pinsetter Specifications .................................................................... 7-1
Pinsetter Entrance Requirements ............................................................... 7-1
Area Dimensions for GS-Series Pinsetter with 1 Panel Upper Frameworx
Masking Unit ..................................................................................................... 7-2
General Electrical Requirements ............................................................ 8-1
GS-Series Pinsetter Power Outlet Information ................................................. 8-4
Power Requirements .................................................................................. 8-4
Location ...................................................................................................... 8-4
Circuit Requirements .................................................................................. 8-4
Architectural Layouts ............................................................................... 9-1
Various Frameworx Configurations .................................................................. 9-1
Building Layouts ............................................................................................... 9-4

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