Who Are the API?

The Association of Play Industries (API) is the lead trade association for the UK play sector. Its member companies are the UK’s leading providers of outdoor playground equipment; indoor play equipment and safety surfacing for schools, local authorities, parish councils, leisure attractions, holiday parks, housing developments, hospitality venues and commercial enterprises.

What does the API do?

API provides a range of benefits and services for member companies.

The Association of Play Industries (API) is the lead trade body in the play sector. It represents the interests of manufacturers, installers, designers and distributors of both outdoor and indoor play equipment and safer surfacing. The API promotes best practice and high quality play provision within the play industry.

Working together through the various steering groups and committees, members separate themselves from commercial interests for the good of the industry, customers and suppliers.

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