Your #1 Olympic Bumper Plates Manufacturer In China

• Provide over 40 patents that meet ISO20957 standard
• Competitive balance between price, quality, and brand
• The excellent customer-oriented sales team that will support you all the time

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• Standard diameter across all weights
• Perfect to use in Olympic and Functional Training
• Maintains the weights, the barbell, and the floor from harm
• Made of high-density rubber

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Over 95% clients choose to cooperate with Yanre Fitness, after visiting our factory and trying our commercial gym equipment personally.

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Our gym equipment meet ISO 20957 standard, with over 40 patents (Utility Model Patents & Appearance Design Patents)

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For more than 20 years, Yanre Fitness invested over 8 million USD for technology development.

Olympic Bumper Plates China – Definitive FAQ Guide

Are you starting your dream fitness business, or planning to launch a fitness center specializing in weightlifting? Are you struggling to narrow down your list of what to buy and where to buy to kit out your gym or fitness club? Look no further.

This comprehensive guide will provide you with everything you need to know to invest in the best quality bumper plates and fitness equipment for your gym.

Table of Contents

What are the Olympic bumper plates?

Olympic bumper plates have the same shape and covering as normal standard bumper plates. But their inserts measure an exact 450 mm and 50.4 mm in diameter and exact weightage.

Bumper plates are weight plates that are manufactured from high quality, thick, dense rubber surrounding the metal barbell or weight. 

The rubbery cover aids in protecting the core of the weight and barbells. It also aids in lessening damage to weights as well as your gym floor when there is an accident, or the weights are dropped onto a solid floor.

Figure 01: Olympic Bumper Plates

What are the materials of Olympic bumper plates?

Olympic bumper plates are made of premium quality iron.

The cast iron weight is formed in a mold. Thereafter it is placed in cool sand for shaping and cooling. This process allows the iron to harden.  

Once the specific weight has its desired shape and form the weight is covered with a powder coated paint and baked in the oven. The heat and the specific type of paint makes the outer surface harder. It also aids in avoiding scratches and chipping of your weights.

Milled Olympic weight plates are manufactured from the same materials as standard weight plates, but have exact dimensions according to Olympic measurement. 

Figure 02: Materials that build Olympic Bumper Plates 

What is the standard dimension of the Olympic bumper plates?

The standard dimension of premium quality Olympic bumper plates is:

Size: Standard size is 450 mm  including a 50.6 mm center.

Weight: Average weight ranges between 5 kg to 25 kg

Thickness: Average thickness range between 1.25 inches to 3.5 inches

What are the different types of Olympic bumper plates?

The world of fitness and weight training in China offers a wide variety of Olympic bumper plates. Each type of bumper plate is uniquely designed for the specific type of sport.

Bumper plates can be divided into several different categories like rubber weight plates, technique bumper plates, competition bumper plates, fractional bumper plates, and powerlifting plates. 

Rubber Weight Plates

Rubber weight plates have a thick rubber coating that aids in protecting the weight plate as well as your gym floor. 

These rubber weight plates are also known as informal Olympic plates and have a lower sales value than traditional Olympic plates.

These weight plates have a great grip that makes the lifting and mounting of these weights on the weight bar quick and easy.  

Figure 03: Rubber Weight Plates

Technique Bumper Plates

These bumper plates are known as some of the first bumper plates ever manufactured. They are made of a single layer of thick rubber with no metal part to the weight.

These plates are light in weight (2.5 kg to 5 kg) and convenient to use for both beginners and advanced weight training athletes.

With Functional Training and weight-lifting both becoming formidable Olympic sports, the demand for bumper plates is on the increase. 

Figure 04: The Technique Bumper Plates

Competition Bumper Plates

Competition Olympic bumper plates have an exact and unique calibration.

The official IWF (International Weightlifting Federation) indicates the exact diameters and weightage of each plate. Plates are only allowed to differ +0.1% to -0.05%.

As an example, a 25 kg plate is only allowed to have a difference of  0.25-grams.

Figure 05: Competition Bumper Plates

Fractional Bumper Plates

These discs range from 0.5 kg to 5 kg. It has no metal center, but it is a great fit and very appropriate for gym and weightlifting purposes. 

With Fractional bumper plates it is fairly easy to add or remove weights according to your weight training preference.

The inner circle of the fractional bumper plate weights contains a grip that helps it to stick to the bar. This avoids slipping and frictional movement. 

Figure 06: Fractional Bumper Plates

Powerlifting Plates

Powerlifting plates are made from a variety of premium equipment. The base of this type of plate is manufactured and molded from cast iron, and steel.

It is designed to be thinner so that multiple plates can be added to the bar during weight training. These weights are very popular and are widely used in most gyms and training centers around the globe

Figure 07: The Powerlifting Plates

What are the differences between Olympic plates and rubber bumper plates?

There are several viable differences between Olympic bumper plates and normal rubber bumper plates. The below diagram indicates the most important differences between the two.

Figure 08: Olympic Plates (Tri-Grip)

Figure 09: Rubber Bumper Weights

What is the process of importing Olympic bumper plates from China?

There are several key elements to importing Olympic bumper plates from China, like finding the suitable suppliers, avoiding frauds, essential maintenance (shipping cost, price, taxes, etc.).

In order to import Olympic bumper plates from China a business visa is required. In order to secure a business visa you will need the following: 

Figure 10: The Basic Game Plan

• You need to have a registered business identity. 
• Once you have located a suitable supplier, you can communicate with the buyer online and request quotations for your desired weights. 
• As a buyer you will need to take into consideration the various costs involved in  air freight, sea freight, or courier service, if you are importing fitness equipment from China. 
• Air freight shipping charges will vary based on the weight of the freight imported. Air freight service providers provide door-to-door services. They are quicker and less time-consuming than other forms of import.
• Sea freight shipping is also charged based on the weight of the shipment. But it is less expensive than air freight. Sea Freight also has mandatory insurance costs. 
• When considering sea freight as an option you need to keep in mind that there will be additional charges. Charges like port charges, lengthy shipment fees, extra packaging, etc.

For more information about importing goods from China speak to the expert team at Yanre Fitness today, and visit the link below. https://cargofromchina.com/

What is the average cost of Olympic bumper plates in China?

The average price of weight plates is around $1.83 per pound. The cost of bumper plates will vary based on their weight, type, and the manufacturing material used. 

Yanre Fitness can supply you with all the Olympic Bumper plates you need at wholesale prices. 

• The average sales price for coated plates per pound is $2.14 
• The average sales price for standard Bumper plates per pound is $1.95 
• The average sales price for cast Iron plates per pound is $1.42 

What are the advantages of using Olympic bumper plates?

As with every other fitness machine or training equipment out there, using bumper plates for weight training also has its benefits. 

• Olympic bumper plates are more stable and suitable for competitive training
• Bumper plates offer the closest exact weightage in all of the standard weight categories
• Bumper plates offer versatility and is easy to add or remove for weight adjustment
• Bumper plates are easy to maintain 
• Bumper plates are cost effective weights and they are long lasting

What are the Do’s and Don’ts in  maintaining Olympic bumper plates?

Regular maintenance of all your equipment on your gym floor is a must. Bumper plates are no different.

If you want your bumper plates to last, and look great, then you need a daily cleaning and maintenance routine.

The Do’s

• Maintain a deep cleaning routine at least twice a week
• Daily wiping after a full day of use is very important
• Use a damp cloth and a light soapy spray
• Store your bumper plates plates on bumper racks to ensure durability and safety
• Use bumper plate covers for competition and olympic plates to protect more expensive gear 

The Don’ts

• Do not leave the plates lying all over your gym floor after a day of training
• Do not leave your bumper plates wet. Make sure they are stored away once wiped with a dry cloth
• Do not store it near the shower room or sauna, as bumper plates tend to rust easily
• Do not use harsh chemicals for maintenance.
• Wipe with a dry cloth after wet cleaning – do not leave it to air dry.

How to remove rust from Olympic bumper plates?

Bumper plates are mostly manufactured from cast iron or other types of metal materials. Metal is well known for its ability to rust easily. 

If you do have some of your bumper plates that have started rusting, you can clean them and maintain them with the following steps. 

• Step-1 Place the rusted side of the bumper plate face up on a flat surface or on a paper mat. Use a wire brush or metal brush to remove excess dirt and loosen the rust particles. 
• Step-2 Apply a small number of mineral spirits on the surface of the plate to make the cleaning easier.  This can remove the oily dirt and avoid removal of any surrounding paint. 
• Step-3 Use a rust-free, protective paint on the clean, baren parts of your bumper plate. Leave it to dry for about 20 minutes. After applying the rust protection paint, you can coat your bumper plates with any color for finishing.

For more details on the step by step guide, you can follow the following video link posted here: https://youtu.be/SCMq0F14c50

What are the Do’s and Don’ts for buying Olympic bumper plates from China?

To buy quality Olympic bumper plates can become a challenge if you do not know what you are looking for or where to begin. 

At Yanre fitness the expert team of qualified sales staff will guide you to ensure you invest in the best quality bumper plates, at the best price. 

Do’s

• Always request a sample for testing first
• Try to visit the supplier before executing any big deal, especially when it comes to electrical equipment
• Always remember that any supplier can take smaller orders. It is up to you to negotiate.
• Always check the references of you supplier and manufacturer to make sure that they deliver the goods that you pay for

Don’ts

• If this is your first time buying in bulk, it is advised to make use of an import/export broker to assist you with all the legal jargon.
• Don’t send any payment to any unregistered bank account provided on behalf of the exporters. Validate who you are dealing with with a local bank.

Famous Last Words

To kit out your gym or fitness centre with the best olympic bumper plates does not have to be a daunting task. 

At Yanre Fitness, the expert sales team is ready to assist you with everything you require to set up a complete weight training centre. 

Contact Yanre fitness to make light weight of your tasks.

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