Providing spectators with an uninterrupted view of the action on the sports field, without compromising safety or accessibility, is the hallmark of Felton Industries’ new Comfort range of tiered spectator seating.
Felton Industries is revolutionising the way schools approach spectator seating at sporting events with the launch of a new and improved seating design.
Its latest line of premium aluminium tiered seating not only offers unparalleled durability and weather-resistance, but also prioritises comfort and accessibility like never before.
With customisable sizing and colour options, this innovative seating is poised to transform the spectator experience, creating a more inclusive and enjoyable environment for students, staff, and sports enthusiasts alike.
Launched in February 2025, the Comfort Grandstand spectator seating range is manufactured from 100% recyclable aluminium and is suitable for both outdoor and indoor use.
Mr Simon Clayton is Product Marketing Manager at Felton Industries, an award-winning designer, manufacturer and supplier of Australian-made premium aluminium outdoor furniture.
“We want schools to enjoy sports, and the best way for spectators to enjoy watching sport is to have a great view of the sports field or court,” Mr Clayton says.
“We can help students, teachers and parents get a better view of whatever sport they’re watching – soccer or netball, for example – by providing exceptional seating.”
He says school sporting events are not only about physical activity.
“We want to encourage a supportive environment where spectators can socially interact without missing out on the action.
“For us, sport is also about promoting inclusivity and encouraging mental health awareness,” Mr Clayton says.
Felton’s spectator seating range is made from premium lightweight aluminium –which is low maintenance and doesn’t rust, corrode or rot – and comes with a seven-year warranty.
Its new ‘Comfort’ range of tiered spectator seating also comes with additional legroom and is available in three or four tiers.
“We’ve doubled the size of the footwell, from 250 mm to 500 mm. That means people aren’t going to have their knees in the back of the person seated in the row in front of them,” Mr Clayton says.
The change has been mostly led by customer feedback.
“People want better accessibility in terms of getting in and out of the grandstand, and to be able to manoeuvre more easily. It can be difficult to get out if you’re seated in the middle of the top tier, for example.
“By increasing the space in the footwell, we’re ensuring people can get in and out more comfortably – and safely. Adding space helps reduce the risk of trips and falls,” Mr Clayton says.
He says comfort is as important as safety. “With the newer design, you don’t feel like you have someone basically sitting on top of you. You don’t feel cramped. In this post-COVID world, everyone is a little more space conscious.”
Mr Clayton says the newer design still offers the same number of tiers, but the depth of the unit has increased to cater for the additional footwell room.
“Our spectator seating is available in a range of sizes, from three meters up to six meters, and the units can be joined together as well. Every school has different configurations and spatial constraints, so we try to be as flexible as possible,” Mr Clayton says.
“We also have a range of colours available. While the seat itself has to remain metallic silver for safety reasons, the safety end caps and the base frame can be customised to any colour. For example, a lot of schools have Sports House colours – red, green, blue, et cetera – and we can customise our spectator seating to match.”
For more information about the new Comfort Grandstand, email sales@felton.net.au or phone 1800 834 016.
