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The PunchX product is designed for “Non Contact Boxing”. This method allows boxers to compete without touching each other in any way and so making injury impossible.

Two boxers can use the machine at once. This provides much of the incentive and excitement of a boxing match.
It is also possible for a single boxer to “ fight against the machine” for exercise or practise.

The PunchX consists of a large cuboid inflatable made of reinforced PVC. It is 2000mm high x 1200 mm wide x 600 mm deep. It stands inside a metal frame. The frame covers the lower part of the inflatable. The upper part is exposed and has five targets on the front and five targets on the back.

Inside the inflatable is fitted a blower for maintaining inflation and a loudspeaker that is used for synthesised speech, noises and music. Behind each of the ten targets is fitted a small, unbreakable, module which can emit pulsating light through the centre of the targets and also contains a sensor that measure the speed, power and accuracy of a punch.

The PunchX is completely self-contained except for a large DUAL LED DISPLAY, amplifier and microprocessor control unit. This unit mounts on a tripod stand near the PunchX. The position it is placed in depends on how the PunchX is used. This unit has a volume control and buttons for selecting various modes of operation.

The display unit connects to the PunchX via a 9-way cable.

A heavy-duty mains supply cable runs directly to the PunchX. Very little power is used.

With two boxers; the boxers stand at opposite sides of the PunchX. The PunchX makes a bell ringing sound to start the round. Bass music plays. A boxer hits a target. A sound is made and the same target on the opposite side flashes.
The other boxer must hit this target as accurately, as hard and as fast as possible. The computer records his performance and makes a sound. This boxer must then hit a target and the target on the opposite side flashes.

This process makes up the boxing system for two players. At the end of the round, typically one minute, the PunchX rings a bell and allows 30 seconds rest before starting the next round.

This continues for the number of rounds selected. At the end of the match the PunchX announces the winner and loser and the scores in a synthesised voice.

During the match, the Digital Displays show the score for each boxer as it progresses. The synthesised voice also makes various announcements about the relative performance of each boxer.

The sequence is very similar for a single boxer using the PunchX. Everything proceeds exactly the same except that the machine simulates the missing boxer.

Advantages:

 The PunchX system is unique and provides the opportunity for a new sport.

 It is very safe since it makes use of the same technology as “Bouncy Castles” and can be used by any member of the public.

 Provides a genuine sporting competition for the contestants and the audience.

 Provides accurate feedback of performance parameters for match scoring and for measuring progress during training.

 The system is compact, easily transportable and easy to set-up.

 Provides a well-proven aerobic workout with measurable results.

 Is suitable for Club and Bar events as well as Fitness Centres and Sporting Events.

 The synthesised voice, music, displays, sounds and automated announcements make the user and audience experience very interesting and motivating.
 

More information and pricing will be available very soon.

                    BEAT THE BLOB

It is fitted with LED lights and precision sensors and targets to measure a competitors’ performance.
The specially designed Compitron unit connects to the Blob and displays scores and times while producing amusing and appropriate loud voices and sounds via its powerful amplifier and speakers.

Using artificial intelligence techniques, its internal computer has given the Blob a personality. Unfortunately its personality is very arrogant and self-important. It has an ‘inflated’ opinion of itself and is, basically, ‘full of wind’.
After listening to it for a short time, any competitor will start hitting the Blob. The Blob shouts out how hard it has been hit and continues its arrogant tirade! It can take a lot of punishment!
The lights, voices and sound direct the competitor where to hit. The Blob measures the speed, accuracy and power of each punch. After 60 seconds the session ends and the displays show the final score and the existing best score. The Blob also speaks the final score in a disparaging manner and then returns to its usual boasting behaviour.
The Blob, Compitron, Blower and stand all fit into a case measuring approx. 1000 x 1000 x 700 mm so it is easy to transport and carry.

The system can run from 230/110V mains or generator and also from any 12V D.C. source such as a car battery.

When not in use, the Blob spends its time flashing its target lights, making 'winking eye' shapes on its displays and producing some really terrible noises from its speakers. It also talks and boasts about how much punishment it can take while insulting anyone within hearing distance.

Inevitably, someone will have a go!

The Blob tells them what to do. High note, high light--- hit high. Middle note, middle light ---- hit middle. Low note, low light --- hit low.

Wearing a pair of bag gloves, the opponent tries to follow the Blob by hitting as accurately, as hard and as fast as possible. The Blob knows what is happening and will shout out scores and insults as the sequence progresses.

The power, speed and accuracy of each blow is measured accurately and recorded in the internal computer.

After 60 seconds (shown on the display) the Blob will shout "Stop" and make some more awful noises. It will then speak the final score in a disparaging voice and show final and best scores on the display.

If the opponent has gone the complete 60 seconds he/she will have realised that it is not easy to 'Beat the Blob' psychologically or physically. They will have had a lot of healthy exercise/fun and will be able to compare their performance with friends and others.

Ideal for Theme and Competition evenings or even fitness studios!

For real exercise and fun ------ 'BEAT THE BLOB'!