


For outdoor gathering and recreation spaces—from parks and playgrounds to pool decks, sport courts, splash pads, and more—providing shaded areas is essential for comfort, safety, and guest experience. Yet, traditional shade structures can be expensive, disruptive to install, and sometimes impossible to fit into existing layouts.
That’s where FLX Shade™ comes in. With its patented FLX Rod technology, this new, durable shade system surface-mounts on concrete or installs in-ground on asphalt, grass, or turf without deep footings. By eliminating the cost and disruption of construction, it opens up new possibilities for adding shade anywhere you need it.
During this recorded discussion, we provide an overview of FLX Shade™, discuss where it fits in an existing shade lineup, and answer common questions.
Whether you’re planning a new facility or looking for ways to upgrade an existing site, be among the first to learn how FLX Shade™ expands what’s possible for outdoor comfort and safety.

Ryan Hartberg
VP of Sales & Marketing
Commercial Recreation Specialists
As CRS’ Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Ryan oversees the marketing efforts for both divisions and serves as a resource for both aquatic and land-based recreation solutions. Prior to joining CRS, Ryan worked as the Director of Sales and Marketing for Purple Cow Organics where he managed all distributor and vendor relationships. He has extensive experience in sales, management, operations and marketing. This gives him a valuable perspective and understanding of different types of business models, forging mutually beneficial strategic relationships and driving growth. Ryan is passionate about finding the right solutions to maximize space and enhance guest experience through proper product selection and project planning.