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Every business and market are different. Some bowling experiences focus on offering a broad range of entertainment options and diversify the revenue stream. Some focus just on bowling and food and drinks. Either way, Bowling.com offers some figures as to the financial impact each bowling lane can potentially have on a bowling business. The article says:

“A bowling center averaging 11,000 games per year generates about $36,750 per lane annually.”

The average length of a bowling lane can be anywhere from 90 to 100 feet. The standard length of a lane from the foul line to the back of hte pin deck is 63 feet (1920 centimeters). The standard approach is usually 15 to 16 feet (457 to 488 centimeters). Additional length is needed for the pinsetter (Funk’s string pinsetter requires an additional 5 feet and 3 inches (160 centimeters). Finally, the seating area can vary but typically ranges from 8 to 12 feet (245 to 366 centimeters). All of these measurements are standard but everything is customizable.

In terms of width, two lanes with an above ground ball return usually comes to aboue 11 feet and 7 inches (354 centimeters). For two lanes with an underground ball return, expect to dedicate 11 feet and 4 inches (345 centimeters).

 

The average length of a bowling lane can be anywhere from 90 to 100 feet. The standard length of a lane from the foul line to the back of hte pin deck is 63 feet (1920 centimeters). The standard approach is usually 15 to 16 feet (457 to 488 centimeters). Additional length is needed for the pinsetter (Funk’s string pinsetter requires an additional 5 feet and 3 inches (160 centimeters). Finally, the seating area can vary but typically ranges from 8 to 12 feet (245 to 366 centimeters).

The width will depend on the type of ball return you work with. Here are the measurements for an underground ball return:

• 2 Lanes – 11’ 4” Wide
• 4 Lanes – 22’ 5-1/4” Wide
• 6 Lanes – 33’ 6-1/2” Wide
• 8 Lanes – 44’ 7-3/4” Wide
• 10 Lanes – 55’ 9” Wide
• 12 Lanes – 66’ 10-1/4” Wide
• 14 Lanes – 77’ 11-1/2” Wide
• 16 Lanes – 89’ 3/4” Wide
• 18 Lanes – 100’ 2” Wide
• 20 Lanes – 111’ 3-1/4” Wide
• 22 Lanes – 122’ 4-1/2” Wide
• 24 Lanes – 133’ 5-3/4” Wide
• 26 Lanes – 144’ 7” Wide

Here are the measurements for an above ground ball return:

• 2 Lanes – 11’ 7-1/2” Wide
• 4 Lanes – 23’ 1/4” Wide
• 6 Lanes – 34’ 5” Wide
• 8 Lanes – 45’ 9-3/4” Wide
• 10 Lanes – 57’ 2-1/2” Wide
• 12 Lanes – 68’ 7-1/2” Wide
• 14 Lanes – 80’ Wide
• 16 Lanes – 91’ 4-3/4” Wide
• 18 Lanes – 102’ 9-1/2” Wide
• 20 Lanes – 114’ 2-1/4” Wide
• 22 Lanes – 125’ 7” Wide
• 24 Lanes – 136’ 11-3/4” Wide
• 26 Lanes – 148’ 4-1/2” Wide

In the past most bowling lanes were actually made out of wood. Today, Funk uses synthetic HPL (high-pressure laminate) that are USBC approved. It consists of numerous layers of laminate, soaked and glued with phenolic resin. High-pressure machines press the layers of material to a thickness of about 10mm. The material is robust and long-lasting, which makes it perfect for bowling lanes.

We offer various style and finish options to deliver a lane that will fit perfectly with the style of any bowling center. Additionally, we offer our customers the ability to customize lanes and approaches with logos and graphics via digital printing.

Typically, at Funk we take a 5-pronged approach to the building of any bowling lane. It starts with a conversation. Here is our process.

1. Consulting: With our extensive experience with bowling centers and in-home installations all over to world we will help you to plan all technical, financial and organizational aspects of your bowling project.
2. Production: We own every step of the production/manufacturing process and take pride in our craftsmanship. The actual production and manufacturing of your equipment will take place in our two production facilities in Germany. We also keep an extensive inventory of our products at our U.S. Headquarters in Detroit Michigan.
3. Installation: Depending on the size of the center, the installation will likely take multiple weeks. Our international team of American and German engineers and craftsmen will come to your location and install everything from seating to pinsetters. The best product means nothing if it’s not installed properly! That’s why we do the installation ourselves.
4. Training: As soon as all technical components are installed, we will train your staff on how to maintain and repair our equipment and technology. Unlike other pinsetters, the Funk String Pinsetter does NOT need an expert technician in order to maintain the machines.
5. Service: Once you sign on with Funk, you are our partner. That means we are here to support your business however we can. We will be available to help you service your equipment either over the phone or on-site.

Every bowling project is unique. With so many options and customizations to choose from, it is difficult to offer general pricing information. From design to installation, there are many choices bowling business owners have, which is why we build custom quotes to fit your needs. Contact us today to request a quote for your bowling project.