In today’s athletic environments, power and connectivity are no longer an afterthought. They are essential infrastructure elements, as vital as the turf or the lights overhead. The modern athletic facility serves as a hub for live broadcasting, real-time data analysis, player monitoring systems, and high-performance audio-visual displays. Building spaces that support these needs takes strategic planning, and that planning starts from the ground up. FSR’s Raised Access Floor (RFL) boxes and complementary floor solutions offer a future-proof, field-proven answer to the growing demand for flexibility, safety, and reliability in facility design.
Infrastructure That Keeps You in the Game
High-traffic environments require strong infrastructure that performs consistently over time. FSR’s RFL Series floor boxes are engineered with durability and versatility in mind. Constructed from 14-gauge steel and finished with a patented epoxy wrinkle powder coat, these boxes can withstand the abuse of foot traffic, heavy machinery, and the ever-changing technological landscape of an athletic facility.
With models available in 3 ¼" and 4 11⁄16" depths, the RFL series offers flexibility for different raised access flooring systems. Optional dual-door or single-door covers allow for both functionality and seamless design integration. The oversized cable doors facilitate the management of thick AV cabling and power lines, while the UL listing ensures code compliance in the U.S. and Canada.
Power and Data Where You Need It Most
In an athletic facility, outlets aren't just needed along the perimeter; they’re required at center court, by the scorer's table, in press zones, and throughout weight and training rooms. FSR’s multi-compartment RFL boxes enable power, audio, video, and data to be installed exactly where it’s needed. For example:
- The RFL4.5-D2G offers two double-gang compartments for full-scale AV and power access.
- The RFL4.5-Q2G includes four double-gang openings for facilities requiring larger or multiple system integrations.
- The RFL-AV Series provides deeper compartments with extra clearance behind AV plates, perfect for HDMI, Ethernet, or XLR connectors that need added bend radius.
- Custom configurations make it easy for electrical and AV contractors to isolate high and low voltage, adapt to last-minute design changes, or upgrade in the future without structural changes.
Built-In Flexibility for Fast-Moving Projects
No two athletic buildings are exactly the same, and FSR floor boxes are designed to evolve with the facility. Boxes like the FL-540P and FL-640P offer configurable internal brackets, allowing multiple gang layout options to accommodate anything from simple duplex power to complex signal connectivity. These models install flush into carpeted raised floors and feature a hinged cable exit door that folds out of the way during use and closes to maintain a flat walking surface.
The FL-1300, FL-1500, and FL-1550 are particularly suited for gymnasium stages and performance areas, where flexibility and durability are paramount. Their rugged, all-welded design includes removable gang divider plates, knockouts on all sides, and steel covers with dual-door access. They’re built to endure for years in demanding environments while offering unmatched customization options for AV and power terminations.
FL-400: A One-Box Solution for Any Floor Type
Athletic spaces are often multi-purpose, basketball courts today, and Esports competitions tomorrow. The FL-400 floor box is the all-in-one solution for these dynamic spaces. Unlike most floor boxes, which are limited to a specific installation type, the FL-400 is designed for use with wood, concrete, and raised access flooring. It includes everything necessary for pre- or post-pour installations and can be configured as fully divided (4-gang) or semi-/undivided (5-gang), making it one of the most adaptable boxes in FSR’s lineup.
With 13 customizable internal configurations and 13 cover options, including the sleek U-Access hinged cover, the FL-400 ensures you can meet today’s needs and tomorrow’s innovations with a single system.
A Unified Infrastructure Strategy
From training facilities and stadiums to multipurpose gymnasiums and fitness centers, raised access flooring has become a common solution for managing complex cabling. But without the right connectivity infrastructure in place, the benefits of raised floors can’t be fully realized.
FSR’s raised access floor boxes go beyond basic cable management. They provide a strategic infrastructure framework platform for delivering power and connectivity exactly where and when it’s needed. With support for AV, data, control, power, and more, they empower facility operators to adapt to new technology trends without having to tear up floors or start from scratch.
Conclusion: Building Facilities for Champions
Great athletic facilities don’t just inspire athletes, they support them. They’re engineered with foresight, anticipating the demands of evolving sports technologies, media requirements, and operational efficiency. With FSR’s Raised Access Floor Box family, architects, engineers, and contractors gain a powerful set of tools to design smarter, more connected facilities from day one.