Limei Leads Development of ISO 23456—Global Sports Flooring Safety Standard

ISO 23456 establishes uniform requirements for key performance metrics across all sports flooring types, including a minimum 45% shock absorption rate, a friction coefficient of ≥0.65 for slip resistance, and a minimum Janka hardness of 1200 lbf for wear resistance. The standard also includes rigorous testing protocols for climate adaptability, ensuring flooring performs reliably in extreme temperatures, high humidity, and arid conditions—addressing a longstanding gap in global industry standards.

Limei’s R&D team led the three-year development process, conducting over 2,000 tests with athletes from 15 sports disciplines, including basketball, (badminton), and gymnastics. The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) officially adopted the standard in October 2027, with global implementation mandatory by 2029. Major sports bodies such as FIBA, BWF, and the IOC have already pledged to require ISO 23456 compliance for all sanctioned events, making it a cornerstone of future sports venue development.