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Number of Stalls |
Width |
Depth |
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Four Cage System |
60' (18.2 meters) |
70' to 90' (21.3-27.4m) |
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Five Cage System |
77' (23.4m) |
70'-100' (21.3-30.4m) |
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Six Cage System |
91' (27.7m) |
70'-120' (21.3-36.5m) |
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Seven Cage System |
105' (32m) |
70'-126' (21.3-38.4m) |
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Eight Cage System |
115' (35m) |
70'-132' (21.3-40.2m) |
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Nine Cage System |
126' (38.4m) |
70'-137' (21.3-41.7m) |
This is best answered by understanding your location demographics and other related variables. Population, ages, number of ball teams, location of ball parks, and local batting cage competition to name a few. Some general guidelines: Population within 20 miles (32km)
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Population |
Number of stalls |
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10 to 30 thousand |
Four Station batting cage with dual machines |
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30 to 60 thousand |
Five to Seven Station batting cage with dual machines |
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60 to 100 thousand |
Seven to Nine Station batting cage with dual machines |
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100 thousand + |
Nine Station batting cage with or without dual machines |
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Four Cage |
Five Cage |
Seven Cage |
Nine Cage |
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ABC Baseball, Slow Softball, and Fast Softball Pitching Machines with Related Hardware |
$8,780 |
$10,975 |
$15,365 |
$19,755 |
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ABC Automatic Conveyor/Feeder with Related Construction Hardware |
$8,000 |
$8,250 |
$9,750 |
$10,250 |
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ABC Model BC-2 Control Computer, PT-6 Warning Light Boxes, Double Coin Box/Coin Mechanism |
$7,440 |
$8,600 |
$10,920 |
$13,240 |
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ABC 40" Sump Hole Liner, Center Pole Sliding Net Collar, Center Pole Winch and Cable |
$1,950 |
$1,950 |
$1,950 |
$1,950 |
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ABC Netting System with Center Pole Deflector (4 cage only) |
$7,950 |
$9,950 |
$11,950 |
$14,600 |
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ABC Equipment/Netting Installation Fee ( Estimate Only) |
$2,900 |
$2,900 |
$2,900 |
$2,900 |
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ABC Optional Range Package (Warning Identification Signs, Pole Protector Pads, Tokens, Spare Parts Kit, Tool Box w/tools, Bat and Helmet Package, Baseballs/ Softballs |
$4,905 |
$5,285 |
$6,445 |
$7,200 |
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Freight Costs ( Estimate Only) |
$,1900 |
$2,200 |
$2,400 |
$2,600 |
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Fencing (Steel, Chainlink, Gates) |
$29,480 |
$33,990 |
$38,170 |
$44,770 |
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Fence Welding |
$5,280 |
$7,810 |
$9,130 |
$10,450 |
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Concrete (Cage Layout, Flat Work, Vertical Fence Post Erection) |
$22,870 |
$24,970 |
$35,530 |
$39,820 |
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Excavation |
$1,980 |
$2,420 |
$3,520 |
$4,070 |
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Electrical (complete) |
$8,690 |
$9,460 |
$16,500 |
$19,360 |
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Carpentry |
$2,178 |
$2,530 |
$3,190 |
$3,520 |
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Contract Profit/Misc. |
$8,745 |
$10,175 |
$13,750 |
$16,280 |
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Total Estimated Costs |
$123,048 |
$141,465 |
$181,470 |
$210,765 |
Please Note that these estimates DO NOT reflect systems that include "Dual Machines", Cost for adding dual machines is approximately $2,100 per machine. These figures represent "estimates" for these various construction requirements. Local material costs, labor costs and specific site variations may alter these figures substantially. We advise you to review the "ABC construction Blueprints with a qualified contractor to get exact construction and development cost. NOTE: Other "off-site" costs and extra's may be required. Items such as utility services (electrical services and storm drainage), parking requirements, services/office building may be needed and are not included in these estimates.
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Two Cage |
Three Cage |
Four Cage |
Five Cage |
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ABC "Kicker" Soccer Machines with related hardware |
$4,500 |
$6,750 |
$9,000 |
$11,250 |
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ABC Automatic Conveyor/Feeder with Related Construction Hardware |
$6,250 |
$6,500 |
$6,750 |
$7,000 |
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ABC SA-6 Warning Light Boxes, Double Coin Box/Coin Mechanism. (Optional electronic package available, call ABC for price and details) |
$2,630 |
$3,945 |
$5,260 |
$6,575 |
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ABC 40" Sump Hole Liner |
$500 |
$500 |
$500 |
$500 |
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ABC Netting System |
$3,000 |
$3,500 |
$4,200 |
$5,000 |
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ABC Equipment/Netting Installation Fee ( Estimate Only) |
$2,500 |
$2,500 |
$2,500 |
$2,500 |
| ABC Optional Equipment and Supplies (tokens, warning sign set, soccer balls, spare parts, tool box, soccer goal) | $2,534 | $2,876 | $3,218 | $3,560 |
| Freight Costs | $1,200 | $1,400 | $1,600 | $1,800 |
| Fencing (steel, chainlink, gates, layout and pipe erection) | $9,300 | $11,200 | $13,000 | $14,750 |
| Fence welding | $1,400 | $1,700 | $1,900 | $2,100 |
| Concrete | $4,900 | $7,400 | $9,800 | $11,000 |
| Excavation | $1,600 | $1,700 | $1,800 | $1,900 |
| Electrical (complete) | $2,200 | $3,000 | $4,100 | $5,300 |
| Contract profit/misc | $4,500 | $5,200 | $5,600 | $6,500 |
| Total Estimated Costs | $47,014 | $58,171 | $69,228 | $79,735 |
Estimates do not represent specific revenues for specific number of cages. These figures represent the estimated expense figures required to maintain these various levels of revenue. Site location, population base and other variables will determine specific revenues for any given cage facility. Cost of operating the batting cage is very low. For specific figures, please refer to chart below:
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Revenue and Expense Estimates |
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Revenue |
$40,000 |
$60,000 |
$80,000 |
$120,000 |
$150,000 |
$200,000 |
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Expenses |
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Wages |
10,000 |
12,000 |
15,000 |
18,000 |
20,000 |
35,000 |
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Advertising |
1,500 |
2,000 |
2,000 |
2,000 |
2,000 |
2,000 |
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Maintenance |
500 |
1,000 |
1,500 |
2,000 |
2,500 |
3,000 |
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Supplies |
250 |
500 |
500 |
750 |
750 |
1,000 |
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Utilities |
750 |
1,000 |
1,500 |
1,750 |
2,000 |
2,500 |
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Insurance |
1,500 |
1,750 |
2,500 |
3,000 |
3,500 |
4,000 |
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Promotion |
500 |
500 |
500 |
500 |
500 |
500 |
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Miscellaneous |
1,000 |
1,000 |
1,500 |
1,500 |
2,000 |
2,000 |
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Total Expenses |
16,000 |
19,750 |
25,000 |
29,500 |
33,250 |
50,000 |
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Net cash Flow |
$24,000 |
$40,250 |
$55,000 |
$90,500 |
$116,750 |
$150,000 |
Estimates do not represent specific revenues for specific number of cages. These figures represent the estimated expense figures required to maintain these various levels of revenue. Site location, population base and other variables will determine specific revenues for any given cage facility.
NOTE: Revenue estimates on the assumption of $1.00 per 15 balls per play. Cycle time between plays equals 2 minutes. 100% utilization is $30.00 per machine per hour. Annual utilization percentage will range between 15 and 35% depending on location and general population.
The total expenses estimates shown do not include rent, taxes or principle and interest payments. These additional expenses may apply and should be added to any pro-forma. These figures represent our best estimates.
The outdoor batting range season varies throughout the U.S. and Canada due to weather variations. Typically, the season begins in February/March and extends through September. The largest revenue months are April, May, June, July, and August.
Automated Batting Cages has information available to assist in the development of the batting cage. Information regarding the location of the batting cages on the property or inside a building, how large a cage would be adequate, exact costs for equipment, and supply systems and construction blueprints are available. Shopping for the "best" equipment should include calling owners of these various systems. Insist upon a "Customer List" with at least ten or more names. What do they like about the equipment and layout? What problems do they have with the system? How is the service and maintenance program? Does the manufacturer have a good program to solve any problems they have? Do they ship replacement parts promptly? What do these manufacturers offer that the others don't? Do they help during the construction phase of the project? Will the manufacturer help with operational procedures after opening? These questions should be the minimum research done for this investment. As with any commercial equipment, quality, reliability and commitment to service after the sale will vary from one manufacturer to the next.
