What’s a gym without working equipment? Kate Corney looks at what’s new in servicing and maintenance. For more information, log on to fitness-kit.net and type the company name under ‘keyword search’
By Kate Corney | Published in Health Club Management 2016 issue 9
Precor’s automatic updates Precor has introduced two servicing updates to its gym products.
The new Android-based P82 console automatically downloads free software updates when connected to the web. Meanwhile, the recently launched Preva 6.0 features a modernised operating system with the ability to add digital services, customised content and third-party training apps.
fitness-kit.net keyword: Precor
Precor’s automatic updates
Matrix Asset Management Asset Management software by Matrix Fitness now sends customers emails if their internet-connected products are offline, have error codes or need servicing.
The updated system provides error code descriptions with diagrams, part lists and owner manuals, to make fault-reporting accurate. The system also provides usage patterns, so customers can rotate equipment for even wear.
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Asset Management software by Matrix Fitness
GRS on-the-go site Gym Repair Services (GRS) has a new mobile-responsive website for its Concept2 maintenance and equipment servicing requirements.
GRS services range from one-off repairs and maintenance to all-inclusive bespoke service contracts and sales of new and refurbished fitness equipment.
The new website is designed to provide a more user-friendly and engaging experience. Adrian Dockerill, GRS owner, explains: “The site also has downloadable manuals, a troubleshooting guide and a convenient online booking system to book a fault or service call.”
fitness-kit.net keyword: GRS
GRS on-the-go site
Pulse goes online Pulse has a new online service portal that allows centre staff to raise service calls, view the progress of repairs and request parts. The new platform also lets you store and view previous transactions, making the process for requesting new equipment parts simple.
Operations manager for Pulse Fitness, Joe Riley, says: “Moving our maintenance service online has also meant that staff can log direct requests and orders at a time that suits them, not just during the nine-to-five day.”
fitness-kit.net keyword: Pulse
Pulse goes online
LFconnect Protect Life Fitness has launched LFconnect Protect, a digital service team to diagnose and fix software issues in real time for connected Life Fitness equipment.
Life Fitness says it’s moving to this practical model of customer support and service to give customers confidence about its internet-connected products.
The agents provide solutions to errors and dispatch service technicians.
The service is available for all connected Life Fitness cardio platforms.
fitness-kit.net keyword: LIFE FITNESS
LFconnect Protect
ServiceSport servicing and maintenance ServiceSport gym equipment service and repair company is now expanding its business in London with a rapid response to reported repair jobs, as well as providing UK-wide coverage using local hubs of engineers.
ServiceSport has a range of service and repair packages, from one-off repairs to full management of fitness equipment. The company also supplies refurbished parts and equipment.
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the
stage of RiminiWellness 2026: Phil Heath, Lee Haney, Ronnie Coleman and Hany Rambod. [more...]
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing
disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support
its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy. [more...]
What’s a gym without working equipment? Kate Corney looks at what’s new in servicing and maintenance. For more information, log on to fitness-kit.net and type the company name under ‘keyword search’
By Kate Corney | Published in Health Club Management 2016 issue 9
Precor’s automatic updates Precor has introduced two servicing updates to its gym products.
The new Android-based P82 console automatically downloads free software updates when connected to the web. Meanwhile, the recently launched Preva 6.0 features a modernised operating system with the ability to add digital services, customised content and third-party training apps.
fitness-kit.net keyword: Precor
Precor’s automatic updates
Matrix Asset Management Asset Management software by Matrix Fitness now sends customers emails if their internet-connected products are offline, have error codes or need servicing.
The updated system provides error code descriptions with diagrams, part lists and owner manuals, to make fault-reporting accurate. The system also provides usage patterns, so customers can rotate equipment for even wear.
fitness-kit.net keyword: matrix
Asset Management software by Matrix Fitness
GRS on-the-go site Gym Repair Services (GRS) has a new mobile-responsive website for its Concept2 maintenance and equipment servicing requirements.
GRS services range from one-off repairs and maintenance to all-inclusive bespoke service contracts and sales of new and refurbished fitness equipment.
The new website is designed to provide a more user-friendly and engaging experience. Adrian Dockerill, GRS owner, explains: “The site also has downloadable manuals, a troubleshooting guide and a convenient online booking system to book a fault or service call.”
fitness-kit.net keyword: GRS
GRS on-the-go site
Pulse goes online Pulse has a new online service portal that allows centre staff to raise service calls, view the progress of repairs and request parts. The new platform also lets you store and view previous transactions, making the process for requesting new equipment parts simple.
Operations manager for Pulse Fitness, Joe Riley, says: “Moving our maintenance service online has also meant that staff can log direct requests and orders at a time that suits them, not just during the nine-to-five day.”
fitness-kit.net keyword: Pulse
Pulse goes online
LFconnect Protect Life Fitness has launched LFconnect Protect, a digital service team to diagnose and fix software issues in real time for connected Life Fitness equipment.
Life Fitness says it’s moving to this practical model of customer support and service to give customers confidence about its internet-connected products.
The agents provide solutions to errors and dispatch service technicians.
The service is available for all connected Life Fitness cardio platforms.
fitness-kit.net keyword: LIFE FITNESS
LFconnect Protect
ServiceSport servicing and maintenance ServiceSport gym equipment service and repair company is now expanding its business in London with a rapid response to reported repair jobs, as well as providing UK-wide coverage using local hubs of engineers.
ServiceSport has a range of service and repair packages, from one-off repairs to full management of fitness equipment. The company also supplies refurbished parts and equipment.
According to research which tracked more than 147,000 people for 30 years, 90-120 minutes
of strength training a week may deliver some of the biggest long-term health rewards.
The UK's four Chief Medical Officers have published a refreshed edition of Physical activity
guidelines: UK Chief Medical Officers' report, updating the evidence that underpins the nation's
physical activity recommendations and placing greater emphasis on strength, balance, reducing
sedentary behaviour and, for the first time, supporting people taking weight loss medications.
Places Leisure has exchanged contracts to build and operate a flagship £60m water and leisure
destination on behalf of Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council.
The Republic of Ireland will become the latest market in PureGym’s expanding international
portfolio, with the first launch planned for Dublin in 2027.
Anytime Fitness opened more than one club a day in 2025 and is on track to maintain this rate
of growth this year, as parent company Purpose Brands targets further international expansion.
The £33.9 million Leighton Leisure and Community Centre has opened in Leighton Buzzard, UK,
creating a next-generation public leisure, health and wellbeing hub for the local community.
Walnuts Leisure Centre in Orpington, in the London Borough of Bromley, has reopened following
a £17m transformation designed to secure the long-term future of the public leisure asset and
reposition it as a community wellbeing hub.
The Gym Group, has announced that it's sustained positive trading momentum has continued
through the first half of 2026 and the company remains confident about the outlook.
Panatta brought together four of the most influential figures in bodybuilding history on the
stage of RiminiWellness 2026: Phil Heath, Lee Haney, Ronnie Coleman and Hany Rambod. [more...]
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing
disparate information from multiple systems to be aggregated into one dataset, to support
its focus on reducing health inequalities and improving healthy life expectancy. [more...]
