LED manufacturer, ASB GlassFloor, has announced that its GlassFloor LED court floor will become a permanent fixture at the BMW Park Arena in Munich, partnering with FC Bayern Basketball club.
A temporary version of the LED floor was used for the team’s opener in 2023, as covered by Inavate, with a permanent model now undergoing installation.
ASB’s GlassFloor uses millions of LEDs set beneath a safety glass surface, supported by a double spring aluminium substructure, incorporating a touchscreen tablet running GlassOS software that allows users to display traditional basketball floor markings, animated advertising, game data, player introductions and more.
The setup is designed to last for 70 years, with a reported LED runtime of at least 100,000 hours, with a setup that reportedly does not require resurfacing. The glass itself is claimed to be 2.5 times as elastic as hardwood flooring, featuring ceramic dots on its surface to improve grip and reduce friction burn when compared to traditional hardwood.
The system can also be used during practice sessions, displaying information such as players’ real-time and optimal floor positions, current ball-passing options, and even present running speed via AI integration.