FEATURES

and

SPECIFICATIONS

for the

CARSPIN TURNTABLE

INCLUDES:

COMPARISON OF FEATURES BETWEEN CARSPIN USA & COMPETITORS' TURNTABLES

CARSPIN USA

COMPETITORS

Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) listed and FCC compliant

YES

NO

Microprocessor/Software driven control panel

YES

NO

Rotates in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions

YES

SOME

Remote control transmitter & keypad includes user-selected safety code entry (to reduce misuse by children)

YES

NO

Optional flasher activates when user-selected safety code is correctly entered

YES

NO

Remote control transmitter & keypad includes safety "dead-man" switch (after the control panel is armed with safety code, turntable stops immediately when either directional button is released)

YES

NO

Standard features includes two remote control transmitters

YES

SOME

Timed safety override (turntable stops movement after 30 seconds of continuous rotation - immediately resettable)

YES

NO

Control panel includes built in Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)

YES

NO

Control panel includes lighted emergency stop switch

YES

NO

All size tables operates on ordinary 120VAC – 20 Amp with cable and plug (15 Amp option available on some tables)

YES

NO

Encoder option available for controlled rotation

YES

SOME

Rotary electric connector (slip ring) option allowing transmission of power to the tabletop

YES

SOME

Pre-wired for exterior perimeter in ground lights operated from the transmitter or control panel keypad

YES

NO

Heated table option

YES

NO

Pre-wired for an optional in pit pump for excessively wet area installations

YES

NO

Pre-wired for an optional in pit pump ice melt system

YES

NO

Pre-wired optional external rotation warning strobe and/or alarm

YES

NO

Motor & Gearbox suspended above ground to protect from potential water damage

YES

NO

Emergency in pit power shut off float switch (in case of flooding)

YES

NO

Standard feature includes brushed aluminum diamond plate platter

YES

SOME

Diamond plate platter available with optional top coat or anodized sealant

YES

NO

Turntables available in various diameters

YES

SOME

Turntables available in various maximum weight capacities

YES

SOME

Super heavy duty construction (basic turntables support up to a 30,000 pound vehicle)

YES

NO

Custom heavy duty crowned bearing stanchions (outside support ring) instead of inexpensive, noisy casters

YES

NO

Customized turntables available

YES

SOME

Heavy duty central spherical bearing unit (provides additional support & durability)

YES

NO

Durable designs provides less concerned about a visiting heavy vehicle driving over and damaging turntable

YES

NO

Drive mechanism includes “clutch” design to prevent accidental damage to gearbox & drive mechanism

YES

NO

"Soft Start – Soft Stop" operation

YES

NO

Nearly maintenance free (no air or hydraulic lines to leak & no bearings requiring grease)

YES

NO

Quieter than the average garage door opener (indicative of a well designed table)

YES

NO

Ability to be installed in flat, sloped or wet locations

YES

SOME

Removable design ("temporary" fixtures avoid the need for a building permit in most locations)

YES

NO

Available table form with integrated access door to accommodate concrete or brick tabletop surfaces

YES

SOME

Delivered in partially assembled kit form

YES

NO

Delivered in palletized crates

YES

SOME

In ground turntable is easily assembled by end-user (includes step-by-step assembly directions)

YES

NO

Turntables are quality designed and manufactured in the USA - no concern about ordering replacement parts from China

YES

SOME

Customized turntable configurations available for unique site locations and customer's preferences

YES

SOME

ABOVE-GROUND TURNTABLES COMPARED TO IN-GROUND TURNTABLES

Comparing an above-ground turntable to an in-ground turntable is a bit like comparing an above-ground swimming pool to an in-ground swimming pool. They both provide the same function (they both hold water - just like both turntables rotate vehicles) but they are very different in form.

CARSPIN USA

ABOVE-GROUND
Initial cost is more expensive

X

Requires foundation work for existing construction (comparatively minor foundation work for new construction)

X

x
Potential safety hazard where driveway placement blocks emergency vehicles (no fire engine or ambulance access)x

X

Functionally susceptible to adverse weather conditions (rain, snow, frost, cold weather, etc.)x

X

Difficult to maintain in snow-laden or icy conditions (impossible to plow snow from an above-ground surface)x

X

Electrical components unprotected in heavy rain or flooding conditionsx

X

Vehicles have to be driven up a ramp onto the turntablex

X

Low profile vehicles susceptible to damage when entering or exiting table (imagine driving over an extremely high 3" speed bump)x

X

Heavy-duty weight capacity (can rotate vehicles weighing up to 30,000 lbs.)

X

x
Robust construction built to withstand potential abuse

X

x
Prevents driveway access by delivery trucks (only accessible to lightweight vehicles)x

X

Underwriters Laboratory (UL) listed

X

x
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) compliant

X

x
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected

X

x
Emergency shut-off float switch in case of flooding

X

x
Child-safe remote control with safety code & additional safety features

X

x
Quiet operation (for you and your neighbors)

X

x

Full size 13', 15', and 19' turntables available (only smaller vehicles can fit onto most above-ground tables)

X

x
Custom configurations available

X

x
Ability to be installed in flat, slopped or wet locations

X

x
In-ground perimeter light option available

X

x
Option of table top form which accepts concrete, bricks, pavers, etc.

X

x
No visible above-ground power cables - unsightly and a trip hazard

X

X

CarSpin USA, LLC, 385 South Pierce Avenue, #G, Louisville, CO 303-665-1342 carspinusa@gmail.com