Installation
Every Lane is a Custom Build
Tenpin, Ninepin, or Kern. Every lane is designed for the space, fabricated to order, and installed by the same team that writes the software.
What We Build
Three Formats, One Team
Tenpin
Full-length regulation lanes (18.29m foul line to head pin) with traditional tenpin balls and the standard 10-pin triangle. For dedicated bowling rooms and commercial venues with the space.
Ninepin
The European format: nine pins in a diamond arrangement with smaller, lighter balls. A precision game with deep competitive roots and a dedicated following in Australia.
Kern
Our compact format, combining the best of Tenpin and Ninepin. A tenpin pin arrangement with lightweight, same-weight Kern Balls and no gutters. A compact game that still feels big.
Hardware
German-Engineered Pinsetters
Each pinsetter weighs approximately 300kg and is manufactured to order with a lead time of around three months. The motors draw roughly 400W per lane and only activate during pin resets. A two-lane system uses less power than a standard electric kettle.
Lane surfaces are high-pressure laminate: no sanding, no oiling, no refinishing. Maintenance is periodic cleaning and an annual mechanical service.
The Build
How an Installation Works
- 1 Consultation and space assessment. We visit your site (or review plans for a new build), take measurements, and discuss lane format, finishes, and how the space will be used.
- 2 Design and coordination. We work with your architect or builder to integrate the lane into the broader design. Slab set-downs, electrical, data, and HVAC are planned before construction begins.
- 3 Fabrication and equipment. Pinsetters are manufactured to order in Germany (approximately three month lead time). Lane components, consoles, and software are prepared in parallel.
- 4 Installation and calibration. On-site installation takes approximately three weeks. Every component is tested and calibrated before handover.
- 5 Ongoing support. Software updates, maintenance guidance, and technical support continue after installation. Your lane keeps improving over time.
Environments
Built to Belong in Your Space
Lane surfaces, wall finishes, lighting, and console design are all chosen to complement the architecture. Whether it is dark walnut in a home entertainment wing or industrial cladding in a purpose-built shed, the lane fits the room.
See what this looks like in practice: browse our completed projects, or read about home installations and venue installations.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a bowling lane installation take? +
On-site installation takes approximately three weeks for a typical two-lane setup. Equipment is manufactured to order in Germany with a lead time of around three months, so early engagement is important. We coordinate with your builder to minimise disruption.
What is the minimum space needed? +
Our compact Kern format works from around 12 metres of lane length (roughly 18 metres total including approach and machine room). Full-length Tenpin lanes run to 18 metres. Minimum ceiling clearance is 2.1 metres above the lane surface.
What types of lanes can LaneCraft install? +
Tenpin, Ninepin, and Kern. Kern uses lightweight, same-weight balls on a tenpin pin arrangement with no gutters, making it accessible for all ages. We also install hybrid configurations that combine elements of different formats.
Can you install in an existing building? +
Yes. A slab set-down during new construction is ideal, but we regularly install in existing structures including sheds, basements, and commercial spaces. We assess your space and work within the existing constraints.