About Tech-tone

Tech-Tone Products Co., or more commonly known as Tech-Tone has been producing quality tennis court and recreational surfacing materials systems for over 40 years. Since its inception in 1979 Tech-Tone has been recognized internationally with successful installations in varied climate zone throughout the world. The materials is represented and installed by the finest sports surfacing companies selected for their professional expertise and experience with sports surfacing.

In addition to the Tech-Tone resurfacing materials, the company represents complementary products including Douglas Sports Equipment in the international market.

 

Bowden’s Business Experience

Tech-Tone is owned and managed by experienced sports surfacing personnel. Don Bowden has been involved with Tech-Tone since leaving his management position at the 3M Co. Athletic Products Division. He qualified for this new subsidiary after a successful track career at the University of California, Berkeley. In addition to setting American and collegiate records, Don anchored world record relay teams. An Olympian, in 1957 Don became the first American to break the 4 minute mile barrier running 3:58.7. At that time he was the youngest runner in the world to run under 4 minutes for the mile. Don was inducted into the National Track and Field Hall of Fame in 2008. At 3M Co. Don was involved with the development and marketing of the original synthetic running and athletic surface, Tartan. Tartan was the first synthetic track used at the Olympic Games.

When the 3M Co. discontinued sports surfacing division, Don became involved with Tech-Tone. After years as regional and international manager, Don acquired Tech-Tone brand and started the Tech-Tone Products Co. He continues working from his office in Los Gatos, California.

 

Distributor in Asia

Kohup Sports is a representing distributor of Tech-Tone acrylic sports surface in Asia. Besides product familiarity, Kohup Sports is also a Tech-Tone surface applicator for over forty years. Tech-Tone is widely used in South East Asia and is recognized by Singapore Sports Council and Lawn Tennis Association of Malaysia. With decades of experience as tennis and multi-purpose sports installer, Kohup Sports provides sound advice in both product information and hands-on application works with Tech-Tone products.