This table is suitable for use in the FIRST LEGO League Robot Game. Description Documentation The classic AndyMark Robot Competition Table is now updated for ease of transport and use. Since 2004, AndyMark has been providing innovative products and services for the competition robotics community. With our experience with the FIRST® LEGO® League Program, combined with our engineering expertise, AndyMark has designed and manufactured a 3-piece table that can be easily stored and transported while maintaining the robustness found in many DIY plywood designs. This table is suitable for use in the FIRST LEGO League Robot Game. This table was designed in collaboration with Jay Kinzie. Design Features: Our new and improved lightweight table is nearly half the weight of wooden designs! The AndyMark Table meets all of the core design requirements of an Official Table to be used in the FIRST LEGO League Challenge program.Safe for adults and students to compete and practice Robust enough for students and small robots to interact with surfaces without damage Sizing matches current 4ft x 8ft FIRST LEGO League Challenge table specifications and plywood design Provides a flat, black surface for robots to drive on Provides a uniform wall profile for robots to interact with that matches current FLL Challenge specifications Works well as a single table for practice and also side-by-side for tournaments In addition to the core design requirements, the AndyMark Table has additional features that have been developed through listening to input from the robotics community that makes this a great improvement over the plywood DIY tables. Quickly disassembles into three sections for easy storage at home, in a classroom, or between tournaments Sections fit into small vehicles for transportationSections are able to be carried by one student Critical parts stay together after initial assembly to ensure a consistent playing surfaceOne Phillips head screwdriver (four screws) needed to reassemble sections for use The bolted design allows for walls to be adjusted to ensure they are always in the correct location For Tournament Play: Designed for use on a standard 8ft banquet table (for one Robot Competition Table) Integrated latches securely hold two tables together in all directions If using two tables together, it is recommended to use 3 banquet tables for more stability underneath Design Specifications: Extruded black ABS (plastic) sidewalls Robust and lightweight Maintains color when scratched or dented Lightweight corrugated plastic playing surface Rigid and flat Smooth surface Black polystyrene laminate top surface Utilizes common easy-to-find hardware Fully assembled size: 102 in. x 50 in. x 3 in. Section size: 50 in. x 34 in. x 3 in. Weight: 35 lbs Individual Components: If you've damaged a component, or it's just taken years of wear and isn't working anymore, you can get the individual components. Shipping Options: The Lightweight AndyMark Robot Competition Table is shipped disassembled in a 51 in.x34"x4" box, typically via FedEx ground. For bulk orders and options for shipping alternatives, please contact us directly for a shipping quote. Assembly Video Guides The assembly video can be found by clicking here. Not officially endorsed by FIRST or the LEGO Group. FIRST® is a trademark of For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST). LEGO® is a registered trademark of the LEGO Group. FIRST ® LEGO® League is a jointly held trademark of FIRST and the LEGO Group. US Patent 12402723
