Lifespring shock absorbers are warranted for life. Unlike rubber or foam, they will never wear out. T V testing concluded that versus standard treadmill decks, the FlexDeck shock absorption system reduces impact to knees and joints by as much as 28 percent. Life Fitness treadmills reduce belt and deck friction through a patented automatic wax lubrication system that automatically sprays a specially formulated wax mixture on the belt at regular intervals of use ensuring proper belt and deck lubrication. This system increases belt and deck life 3-4 times versus the absence of this system and extends motor life through lower power requirements via reduced friction.
Steel rollers improve belt and deck life compared to other types of rollers.
The steel rollers dissipate heat more efficiently, thus lowering the coefficient of friction. The lower the coefficient of friction, the longer the belt and deck life. Patented automatic wax lubrication system extends belt and deck life. Automatic wax lubrication system eliminates the need for facilities to apply a belt and deck lubricant. Steel rollers dissipate heat efficiently increasing motor, belt and deck life.