Lokay Lanes, a bowling middle and staple of the Monroeville, Pennsylvania group, has signed a contract so as to add new, USBC accepted Funk string pinsetter machines to their middle. This venture is especially particular in that it’s additionally the primary venture to function Funk’s USBC licensed string pinsetter machine in the USA. 

Justin Lokay, 2nd technology co-owner of Lokay Lanes, mentioned that  transferring to string pinsetter machines was a straightforward resolution, because the machines provide a large number of advantages for his middle.

“I’m upgrading to string pins as a result of it’s the way forward for the game,” mentioned Lokay. “Not solely does it provide a novel expertise for bowlers of all talent ranges, nevertheless it additionally reduces upkeep prices and permits for elevated lane availability. String bowling is the way in which ahead, and I’m excited to be on the forefront of this modern change within the trade.”

Along with the shopper expertise and upkeep, the USBC certification of string pinsetters now provides Lokay Lanes the flexibility to host sanctioned tournaments with these string machines, which they plan to take action within the fall. 

“USBC certification of string pins was an important step ahead for the success of bowling because it ensures truthful play and standardized guidelines throughout all sanctioned facilities. It additionally gives bowlers with the chance to take part in sanctioned tournaments and earn recognition for his or her achievements,” mentioned Lokay. 

The Lokay Household has been within the bowling trade for greater than 50 years, and their ardour for the game of bowling and offering clients a beautiful expertise are what drive the long-term success of their family-run enterprise. Each Funk Bowling and Lokay Lanes are on the forefront of the game of bowling, so when Lokay Lanes was seeking to improve their machines, partnering with Funk was the pure selection. 

Justin remarked, “I’m thrilled with the partnership now we have constructed with Funk Bowling in upgrading to the string pin machine. Their experience in constructing innovative, industrial gear is unparalleled. They’re the chief within the string pin trade and are the one heavy responsibility, industrial choice. I selected Funk Bowling as our accomplice due to their status for innovation and high quality within the bowling trade, and so they haven’t upset. Their dedication to buyer satisfaction and guaranteeing a seamless transition to the string pin machine has been really fantastic.” 

Funk’s legacy in bowling spans over 100 years and their string pinsetter know-how could be present in bowling alleys around the globe. Alex Funk, President of Funk Bowling North America, mentioned that their venture with Lokay Lanes signifies a symbolic shift for the game of bowling. “Now that our string machines are accepted by the USBC, we anticipate much more string conversion tasks sooner or later,” mentioned Funk. “Proprietors are nicely conscious of the associated fee financial savings string machines provide and now this recognition by the USBC will push increasingly more of those enterprise house owners to convey string machines to their companies.”