MATERIAL REGULATIONS
Proposed changes for
EDITION 2010
New clause
1.9
Floorball Accessories
Floorball accessories can, on voluntary basis, be accepted for sanctioned use together with
certified Floorball equipment, under special circumstances. The special circumstances and
technical requirement will be published on IFF Floorball Equipment web site in each specific
case. The acceptance fulfils IFFs requirements for using IFFs logotype together with
following text Recommended by IFF on the specified Floorball accessories, package and
promotion material. All up coming and accepted Floorball accessories will be listed on IFFs
Floorball Equipment web site. The list will show type of accessories and the limitation of use
and/or a recommendation when to use it.
New clause
1.10
General Rules for the Floorball Stick
Shaft/blade combinations between different brands are not legal. An exception to the rule is
when a company is manufacturing more than one brand, but in such a case the combinations
shall be tested and also certified. All legal combinations of shafts/blades can be found in the
database for certified equipment on IFFs homepage.
If a shaft is to be shorted; the shaft has to be shorted from the top of the shaft. Its not legal to
shortening the shaft from the bottom (shaft/blade connection point) of the shaft.
Proposed to be a part of clause 1.10
Real Stick Length
The communication to the customer regarding stick length has to be better and more
uniformed. Today most brands communicate the shaft length as the stick length to the
customer. The same length (e.g. 100 cm) shown on the stick can differ many centimetres
between different bands.
The table below shows a proposal for a more uniform communication to the customer
regarding stick length. Stick length measured as specified in the Material Regulation.
Size
Junior S
Junior M
Junior L
Stick length span
65 75 cm
75 85 cm
85 95 cm
XS
S
M
L
XL
95 98 cm
98 102 cm
102 106 cm
106 110 cm
110 114 cm
IFF/SP need input from the manufactures in this topic!
Material Regulations Proposed changes for edition 2010
Changed clause
2.1.3
Stick Dimensions
The stick is to be designed with dimensions according to appendices 9 and 10.
The shaft may be strapped above the grip line, but approval marks or other possible official
marks must not be covered. It is permissible to divide the grip binding into two or more parts.
The shaft must have a knob closing it. It is permissible to have other shaping (e.g.
hexagonal, octahedral) on the upper 50 % of the shaft length. The upper 50 % of the shaft
length must be covered by a grip binding if the shaft's curve radius is less than 9 mm.
The dimensions must conform to the standard.
a) stick length
b) the shaft's curve radius
c) length to the grip line marking
d) width of grip line marking
e) width of grip line design
f) blade radius
g) blade edge radius
h) blade length
i) blade thickness
j) blade height
k) blade penetration depth
l) blade concavity depth
m) shaft straightness
max 1140 mm
min 9 mm
(valid for lower 50% of the shaft length)
375 +20/-20 mm
3 1 mm
max 20 mm
max 270 mm
min 2 mm
max 270 mm
min 8 mm
min 72 mm and max 80 mm and passing through blade
height measuring device.
max 20 mm
max 10 mm
within 50 mm
(see also drawing, appendix 1 and 2)
Changed clause
2.2
Ball
The balls (10 of each type) are tested according to the SP-method 1506, point 5.3 (see
appendix 1), and are assessed according to the following requirements. The ball can have
only one colour outside and can have a second colour inside. IFF approves balls for IFF
events and will only use one coloured balls. National federations can approve other than
white, vanilla or red balls for play in national series.
All of the tested balls are to meet the requirements.
Changed clause
2.2.7
Ball Marking
The ball is to have a negative IFF embossed print (see also point 1.3.2.4). The marking is to
be of such proportions and design that the information is clearly visible and is not removed
under play. The negative embossed print is to have the same colour as the ball.
The ball can have a one print or negative embossed print in direct connection to the joint;
showing the manufactures name or the product name. The font size has to be maximum 5
mm in height. The print or negative embossed print can have a different colour. The prints
should not take up more than 1/10th of the ball's surface.
(see also drawing, appendix 3)
Material Regulations Proposed changes for edition 2010
Changed clause
2.3.2
Goal Dimensions
The goal is to be designed with dimensions according to appendix 12. The radii of the goal,
excluding those at the base of the goal, should not be under the diameter of the tubing. All of
the dimensions must conform to the standard.
a) goal width
b) goal height
c) back bar diameter
d) goal frame diameter
e) lower goal depth
f) goal corner radius
g) upper goal depth
1600 2 mm
1150 2 mm
20 2 mm
32 1 mm
650 20 mm
100 20 mm (radius of central axis)
400 50 mm
(see also drawing, appendix 4)
Changed clause
2.3.7
Drop Net Length
The drop net length is to be such that the bottom edge hangs between a min of 0 mm and a
max of 50 mm from the playing surface.
Changed clause
2.5
Face Mask
Facemasks (3 of each type) are tested according to SP-method 1506, point 5.6 (see
appendix 1), and are assessed according to following requirements. The whole or part of the
face guard can be produce of impact resistance, transparent plastic. All of the tested face
guards are to meet the requirements.
Changed clause
2.5.1
Face Mask Size
A measuring gauge, as described in SP-method 1506, point 5.6.2.3 (see appendix 1), should
not be able to be inserted in any of the facemask's mesh openings whereby contact with the
dummy head occurs.
Stick blade measuring device increase its size to 70 x 8 mm (before 50 x 8 mm).
(see also drawing, appendix 5)
Material Regulations Proposed changes for edition 2010
Changed clause
4.6
Sanction System
The International Floorball Federation IFF has stated a sanction system to be applied to
manufacturers in the event of failure of the surveillance inspection of material as follows:
1.
Surveillance inspection will be performed in accordance with the present system and
regulations (SPCR 011 Material Regulations).
2.
The manufacturer will perform in-house inspection and respond in accordance with the
requirements of Paragraph 3.
If surveillance inspection finds failures of materials, the company shall in accordance to
the SPCR 011 Material Regulations provide an explanation of why the material has
failed, and shall provide a copy of its in-house test and inspection records for
examination.
3.
If the explanation does not provide a clear and suitable answer to the question, the IFF
Central Board will decide upon the sanction to be applied to the company in
accordance with the sanction system. The sanction system consists of three different
levels (see Items 4.6.1 - 3).
4.
Revenue from sanction penalties shall be used to develop Floorball in accordance with
IFF Development Board decisions. Sanction penalties must be paid to the IFF account
within 30 days of the IFF Central Board decision.
The IFF Central Board will inform its member Associations and the companies about any
decision made by the Central Board in material questions. All information regarding these
questions is strictly confidential until the decision is made.
4.6.1
Level 0
4.6.1.1
Types of non-compliances (first time discovered)
Typical examples of Level 0 non-compliances:
Items discovered not to have annual rate on
Items discovered not to fulfil IFF-sticker
the self-printed sticker.
design requirement on the self-printed
sticker.
Items discovered to have self printed IFFItems discovered not to have name of
mark placed above grip line.
certificate holder printed on the product, valid
for stick, goal and rink (first year 080701
090630).
Blade - no embossed IFF-marking on the
blade (first year 080701 090630).
4.6.1.2
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Action/Timetable
The manufacturer to find the reason for the non-compliance and correct it within four
weeks.
Documentation of corrections to be sent to SP within the same four weeks.
IFF to make a decision and return the copy of the documents within two weeks of
receipt.
Material Regulations Proposed changes for edition 2010
4.6.1.3
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Penalty
If SP finds the non-compliance during surveillance inspection, the penalty is admonition
in written.
4.6.2
Level 1
4.6.2.1
Types of non-compliances
Typical examples of Level 1 non-compliances:
Items discovered not to have annual rate on
Items discovered not to fulfil IFF-sticker
the self-printed sticker.
design requirement on the self-printed
sticker.
Items discovered to have self printed IFFItems discovered not to have name of
mark placed above grip line.
certificate holder printed on the product, valid
for stick, goal and rink (after 090701)
Stick - screws exceeding + 0,5 mm.
Blade - protruding plastic blip exceeding
+ 0,5 mm.
Stick - incorrect grip-line placing and/or
Goal - protruding metallic blip exceeding
design.
+ 0,5 mm.
Stick - discovered not to have the blade fixed Rink - protruding plastic/metallic blip
mounted to the shaft by means of preexceeding + 0,5 mm.
fabricated holes, using rivets/screws.
Blade - no embossed IFF-marking on the
blade (after 090701)
4.6.2.2
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The manufacturer to find the reason for the non-compliance and correct it within four
weeks.
Documentation of corrections to be sent to SP within the same four weeks.
IFF to make a decision and return the copy of the documents within two weeks of
receipt.
4.6.2.3
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Action/Timetable
Penalty
If SP finds the non-compliance during surveillance inspection, the penalty is CHF 2000.
4.6.3
Level 2
4.6.3.1
Types of non-compliances
Typical examples of Level 2 non-compliances:
IFF-mark items discovered not to have been
registered.
Stick - exceeding the total length (if found to
be intentional, this will be treated as a
Level 3 fault).
Material Regulations Proposed changes for edition 2010
All - exceeding rules and measurements as
set out in SPCR 011.
Ball - exceeding the required dimensions,
breaking stress and rebound.
Stick - exceeding the total weight.
Stick - Breakpoint lower than allowed in the
rules.
Blade - exceeding size measurements of the
blade by up to 1 % due to defective injection
moulding.
Ball - exceeding the total weigh.
4.6.3.2
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Rink - exceeding the required dimensions,
radius and section fitment.
Face mask - exceeding the required
dimension on maximum two facemask's
mesh openings.
Action/Timetable
The manufacturer to find the reason for the non-compliance and correct it within four
weeks.
Documentation of corrections to be sent to SP within the same four weeks.
IFF to make a decision and return the copy of the documents within two weeks of
receipt.
4.6.3.3
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Goal - exceeding the total weight and
required dimensions.
Penalty
If SP finds the non-compliance during surveillance inspection, the penalty is CHF 4000.
4.6.4
Level 3
4.6.4.1
Types of non-compliances
Typical examples of Level 3 non-compliances: .
IFF-mark items discovered not to have been
IFF-mark items discovered not to have been
tested.
certified.
Items that have passed the SPCR 011 rules, IFF-mark items discovered to have incorrect
certification number.
and then have afterwards been changed
such that they no longer comply with the
rules, so that the manufacturer is in clear
breach of the SPCR 011 rules.
Stick - Shaft stiffer than allowed in the rules
Stick - Exceeding the total length (if found to
(if found to be intentional and/or a repeated
be intentional and/or a repeated fault).
fault).
Blade - Measurement on height, length or
Blade - R2 external radius, bottom radius
concavity, of blade exceeding 1 % error.
R270.
Face mask - exceeding the required
dimension on facemask's mesh openings
and impact strength.
Material Regulations Proposed changes for edition 2010
4.6.4.2
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Action/Timetable
The manufacturer to find the reason for the non-compliance and correct it within four
weeks.
Documentation of corrections to be sent to SP within the same four weeks.
IFF to make a decision and return the copy of the documents within two weeks of
receipt.
4.6.4.3
Publication
A publication of the incident on IFF's web site
4.6.4.3
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Publication/Penalty
If SP finds the non-compliance during surveillance inspection, the penalty is CHF 10000.
The manufacturer's certificate will be withdrawn, after a written resolution from IFF, if the
non-compliance has not been corrected and reported back to SP within eight weeks
A new certificate can be applied for to SP or another test institute (see Appendix 2).
Publication of a notice that the item does not comply with IFF rules and that any player
should contact the company directly.
IFF will send a list of failed items to all IFF member associations.
4.6.4.4
Additional rules
IFF can grant a longer timetable if it is needed in order to provide a fair chance of finding and
correcting the non-compliance.
4.6.4.5
Waiver
Some players make their own sticks, swapping shafts and blades.
Some cut the shaft at the bottom to save the grip when adjusting the shaft length. This will
have the effect of automatically making the position of the face-off line incorrect.
Manufacturers are responsible only for the original non-used item. If the blade, grip or shaft
is modified, the manufacturer accepts no responsibility for the result, and will not be held
responsible. No penalty will be levied on the manufacturer, and no details will be published.
4.6.5
Sanctions for not sending accounting reports.
From 15th of March 2004 stick manufactures are allowed to print the certification mark directly
on the stick. To ensure that the correct fee for the certification mark is calculated, the
manufacturer must three times a year send accounting reports to SP. The report for Jan-Apr
must be sent before 21st of May, the report for May-Aug before 21st of Sep and the report
for Sep-Dec before 21st of Jan.
It is very essential that these reports are correct and sent in time.
Ball manufactures shall have an embossed pattern of the certification mark on the balls
surface. To ensure that the correct fee for the certification mark is calculated, the
manufacturer must one time a year send an accounting report to SP. The report for Jan-Dec
previous year must be sent before 21th of May.
Material Regulations Proposed changes for edition 2010
Sanctions for not sending reports in time
4.6.5.1
Level 1
Sanction for being 1-7 days late with the report; CHF 500.
4.6.5.2
Level 2
Sanction for sending report 8-30 days late; CHF 1000.
4.6.5.3
Level 3
Sanction for sending report 30-60 days late; CHF 5000.
4.6.5.4
Level 4
Sanction for sending report more than 60 days late or sending incorrect report or noncompliance with payment for sanctions in level 1-3.
Sanction actions to be decided by IFF in each case.
Material Regulations Proposed changes for edition 2010
Appendix 1
Description
Appendix 9
Dimension requirements for floorball stick
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40
KNOB
ma
x
BINDING GRIP
mi
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5
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SHAFT
60
3+
1m
GRIP LINE
ma
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0
50
BLADE
max 50
max 50
SHAFT STRAIGHTNESS TEST
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Appendix 2
Description
Appendix 10
Dimension requirements for floorball stick blade
0
x 8
ma 2
7
m in
max R 270
min 8
max 12
min R 2
60
max 270
CHECK OF PENETRATION
DEPTH
BLADE HEIGHT MEASURING
DEVICE
25
r2
r2
max 20
2
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Appendix 3
Description
Appendix 11
Dimension requirements for floorball ball
FLOORBALL
FLOORBAL L
FLOORBALL
FLOORBAL L
Negative embossed print up to 0.5 mm deep and a height of max 5 mm are allowed.
The print can have a d ifferent colour.
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Appendix 4
Description
Appendix 12
Dimension requirements for floorball goal
400 - 50
200 - 25
1600 - 2
1150 -2
Drop net
R 100 - 20
650 - 20
20 - 2
32- 1
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Appendix 5
Description
Appendix 25
Equipment for net size test on face mask
70
r max 270
r2
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