Ekocentrum

What Ekocentrum does

Ekocentrum is a privately held Polish distributor founded in 2008 and headquartered in Sosnowiec, Woj. Małopolskie. The company distributes certified playground equipment, safety surfaces, outdoor fitness equipment, kindergarten/preschool furniture, and small-scale municipal infrastructure (benches, trash bins, bicycle racks, information boards) to a primarily B2B customer base of municipal governments, educational institutions (kindergartens, preschools, schools), residential property developers, and recreation/wellness facilities. Its product portfolio centers on the proprietary ECO-PLAY branded safety surfaces — both a two-layer poured-in-place system combining recycled SBR granules with an EPDM or TPV top layer, and prefabricated modular rubber tiles — alongside Ringpol-manufactured wooden modular playground systems protected by a polyurethane spray coating, traditional agility equipment, swings, carousels, sandboxes, rope courses, and themed playground sets. All playground equipment complies with PN-EN 1176 and surfaces with PN-EN 1177:2009, with additional hygienic assessment certification.

Name

Ekocentrum

Legal name

EkoCentrum

Website

https://eko-centrum.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ekocentrum is a Polish distributor founded in 2008, selling certified playground equipment, ECO-PLAY safety surfaces, outdoor fitness equipment, and municipal furniture to municipalities, schools, property developers, and recreation facilities across Poland.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Playground Equipment and Safety Surfaces

NAICS

Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing (33992)

SIC

Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949), Games, Toys & Children's Vehicles (No Dolls & Bicycles) (3944)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAEAIAF

Early Childhood & Playground Equipment (Play Structures, Soft Play, Safety Surfacing)

Education/Education Facilities & Support Services/Education Supplies, Equipment & Furniture Procurement

SECONDARYEDAEAKAL

Playground, Athletics & Recreational Facility Safety Inspections

Education/Education Facilities & Support Services/Education Facilities Compliance, Inspections & Environmental Health (EHS)

SECONDARYEDAEAIAG

Physical Education & Athletics Equipment (Gym, Sports Gear, Scoreboards)

Education/Education Facilities & Support Services/Education Supplies, Equipment & Furniture Procurement

SECONDARYCRAMAEAK

Team Sports Goals, Nets & Field Equipment Retail

Consumer Products & Retail/Sporting Goods & Outdoor Retail/Team Sports Equipment Retail

Keywords

• Playground equipment distribution
• Safety surface installation
• Outdoor fitness equipment
• Municipal park furniture
• Modular playground systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Sosnowiec

HQ country

Poland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Playground Equipment Distribution: Distribution of certified playground equipment including modular sets, agility courses, swings, slides, and themed playground structures. Products are sold as one-time purchases to municipalities, schools, and private developers.
2. Safety Surface Installation: Installation of ECO-PLAY poured surfaces and modular rubber tile systems. Professional installation teams handle the complete process including base preparation, surface application, and finishing.
3. Surface Renovation Services: Renovation services for existing playground surfaces including inspection for PN-EN 1177 compliance, replacement of defective synthetic surfaces, and replacement of loose fill materials.
4. Municipal Equipment Sales: Sale of communal equipment including benches, trash bins, bicycle racks, information boards, and park furniture for playgrounds and outdoor areas.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Ekocentrum is a Polish distributor of certified playground equipment, ECO-PLAY branded synthetic safety surfaces (poured-in-place and rubber tile systems), outdoor fitness equipment, kindergarten furniture, and municipal park infrastructure. The company operates a modular wooden playground system with polyurethane-protected components and also provides installation, surface renovation, and PN-EN 1177 compliance inspection services.

Product overview

EkoCentrum is a distributor of certified, safe playground equipment and synthetic safety surfaces founded in 2008, based in Sosnowiec, Poland. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio organized around two core offerings: (1) ECO-PLAY branded safety surfaces available as both poured-in-place systems and prefabricated rubber tiles, and (2) a complete modular wooden playground system with diverse ready-made playground sets (Zestawy Zabawowe) named after plants, traditional fitness/agility sets (Zestawy Sprawnościowe), and individual components. The product line extends to outdoor fitness equipment (Siłownie Zewnętrzne), kindergarten/school furniture (Zestawy Meblowe), municipal equipment, and various playground accessories including swings, carousels, sandboxes, and rocking toys. All playground equipment meets strict PN-EN 1176 safety standards and surfaces comply with PN-EN 1177 impact absorption requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ECO-PLAY Nawierzchnie Wylewane (Poured-in-Place Safety Surfaces) Two-layer poured safety surface system for playgrounds and sports facilities, with shock-absorbing bottom layer of recycled rubber SBR granules and colored EPDM or TPV upper layer. Meets PN-EN 1177:2009 standards. For municipalities, schools, and developers.
• ECO-PLAY Nawierzchnie z Płyt Gumowych (Rubber Tile Safety Surfaces) Prefabricated rubber tile safety surfaces available in SBR (dye-in-mass) and EPDM overlay variants, installable year-round in 500x500mm, 500x1000mm, and 1000x1000mm formats. Year-round installable alternative to poured surfaces.
• System Modularny (Modular Wooden Playground System) Modular wooden playground construction system using high-quality softwood protected by polyurethane spray technology, with components including basic, connecting, access, additional elements, slides, and finishing options. Enables custom configurations for any playground space.
• Zestawy Zabawowe (Ready-Made Playground Sets) Ready-made wooden playground sets with various sizes, including slides, climbing walls, and activity elements. Named after plants and objects (e.g., Borówka, Groszek, Statek, Lokomotywa). For public playgrounds, schools, and residential developments.
• Zestawy Sprawnościowe Tradycyjne (Traditional Fitness/Agility Sets) Agility and coordination equipment for children including obstacle courses, climbing walls, rope ladders, and Fitpark elements. For schools, kindergartens, and public playgrounds.
• Siłownie Zewnętrzne Fitness (Outdoor Fitness Equipment) Professional outdoor fitness equipment for outdoor gyms and health trails. Suitable for rehabilitation facilities, residential complexes, parks, and wellness centers.
• Zestawy Meblowe (Kindergarten and Preschool Furniture Sets)

Quantifiable outcome

• Safety surfaces reduce risk of bruises and abrasions during playground use

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• RingpolcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRingpol is the primary manufacturer whose products Ekocentrum distributes. The company acts as a distributor for Ringpol playground equipment, agility courses, and related products. Technical specifications and CAD drawings reference Ringpol's product documentation.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Lappset: Finnish manufacturer of playground equipment, outdoor fitness, and sport area solutions with full installation services. Highly comparable product portfolio and customer base (municipalities, schools, recreation).
• Kompan: Global playground equipment manufacturer and designer headquartered in Denmark. Directly comparable as a maker of certified playground sets, outdoor fitness, and safety surfaces serving municipalities and schools across Europe.
• Sik-Holz: German manufacturer of wooden playground equipment with a deep catalogue of themed sets. Closely comparable to Ekocentrum's wooden playground sets and modular system.
• Proludic: French designer and manufacturer of playground, sport, and fitness equipment with installation and inspection services across Europe. Directly comparable in scope, certifications, and target customers.
• Richter Spielgeräte: German manufacturer of wooden playground equipment emphasizing natural materials and custom design. Comparable to Ekocentrum's modular wooden playground system and target market of public spaces.
• Wicksteed Leisure: British designer and installer of playground, outdoor fitness, and park equipment with installation and after-sales services. Comparable scope including municipal and education customers.
• Berliner Seilfabrik: German manufacturer specializing in rope-based playground structures, climbing nets, and custom play installations. Directly overlaps with Ekocentrum's rope courses (Linaria) and climbing wall offerings.
• HAGS: UK/Swedish manufacturer of playground and outdoor fitness equipment serving municipalities and schools globally. Comparable across product categories, certification standards (EN 1176), and B2G sales motion.

Broad incumbents

• PlayCore: US-based broader portfolio company in play, recreation, and outdoor fitness with multiple brands. Larger scale and broader geography than Ekocentrum but competes in adjacent municipal and education segments.

Others

• Ringpol: Primary upstream manufacturer that supplies Ekocentrum's wooden playground equipment and agility courses. Listed as an ecosystem partner rather than competitor, but represents both an asset (supply continuity) and a strategic risk (potential direct sale to end customers).

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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