Robot Competition Table
am-4400a
1 - 4 units: $319.00
5 - 9 units: $303.05
10 - 19 units: $293.48
20 or more units: $283.91
The AndyMark Robot Competition Table is finally here. Since 2004, AndyMark has provided innovative products and services for the competition robotics community. With our staff's decades of experien...Read More
Product Overview
The AndyMark Robot Competition Table is finally here. Since 2004, AndyMark has provided innovative products and services for the competition robotics community. With our staff's decades of experience participating in and volunteering for the FIRST® LEGO® League Program, combined with our engineering expertise, AndyMark has designed and manufactured a 3-piece table design that can be easily stored and transported while maintaining the robustness found in many DIY plywood designs.
This table is suitable for use in the FIRST LEGO League Robot Game.
This table was designed in collaboration with Jay Kinzie.
Design Features:
New and improved version includes smooth black laminated playing surface. No painting required!
The AndyMark Table meets all of the core design requirements of an Official Table to be used in the FIRST LEGO League Challenge program.
- Safe for adults and students to compete and practice
- Robust enough for students and small robots to interact with surfaces without damage
- Sizing matches current 4ft x 8ft FIRST LEGO League Challenge table specifications and plywood design
- Provides a flat, black surface for robots to drive on
- Provides a uniform wall profile for robots to interact with that matches current FLL Challenge specifications
- Works well as a single table for practice and also side-by-side for tournaments
In addition to the core design requirements, the AndyMark Table has additional features that have been developed through listening to input from the robotics community that makes this a great improvement over the plywood DIY tables.
- Quickly disassembles into three sections for easy storage at home, in a classroom, or between tournaments
- Sections fit into small vehicles for transportation
- Sections are able to be carried by one adult or two students (each section weighs about 22lb)
- Critical parts stay together after initial assembly to ensure a consistent playing surface
- One Phillips head screwdriver (four screws) needed to reassemble sections for use
- The bolted design allows for walls to be adjusted to ensure they are always in the correct location
For Tournament Play:
- Designed for use on a standard 8ft banquet table (for one Robot Competition Table)
- Integrated latches securely hold two tables together in all directions
- If using two tables together, it is recommended to use 3 banquet tables for more stability underneath
Design Specifications:
- Extruded black ABS (plastic) sidewalls
- Robust and lightweight
- Maintains color when scratched or dented
- Lightweight MDF playing surface
- Rigid and flat
- Smooth surface
- Black laminate top surface
- Utilizes common easy-to-find hardware
- CNC manufactured at AndyMark HQ in Indiana, USA
- Fully assembled size: 102 in. x 50 in. x 3 in.
- Section size: 50 in. x 34 in. x 3 in.
Individual Components:
If you've damaged a component, or it's just taken years of wear and isn't working anymore, you can get the individual components.
Shipping Options:
The AndyMark Robot Competition Table is shipped disassembled in a 51"x34"x4" box, typically via FedEx ground. For bulk orders and options for shipping alternatives please contact us directly for a shipping quote.
Assembly Video Guides
The assembly video can be found by clicking here.
Not officially endorsed by FIRST or the LEGO Group. FIRST® is a trademark of For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST). LEGO® is a registered trademark of the LEGO Group. FIRST ® LEGO® League is a jointly held trademark of FIRST and the LEGO Group.
US Patent 20220152473
Warranty Information:
AndyMark, Inc. warrants its products to be free of defects in material and workmanship, provided any issues are reported in writing or the product is returned within 30 days after the date of receipt. This warranty does not cover damage or defects caused by or resulting from repairs, service, or alterations to the product or any of its parts, or damage or defects caused by negligence, accident, abuse, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, or maintenance of this product or its parts.
When not in use, AndyMark recommends that the Robot Competition Table be stored flat in a cool, dry, area. Tables that are improperly stored, exposed to water, or stored in areas with high fluctuations in temperature or humidity may warp over time and will not be covered under AndyMark's warranty.
The perimeter attachment method allows for the perimeter to be loosened, and readjusted to accommodate any natural warpage in the MDF due to changes in temperature and humidity.
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Returns
Returns are accepted within 30 days of purchase.
View our return policy here.
Recommendations
18 reviews
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Not really a table
It took 6 weeks for the table to ship, which was noted before I ordered. A little inconvenient but it is what it is. Once the table came, all of the parts were dusty and some had some damage. We let it slide because we didn't have time to wait for another one. The real kicker, however, is that this isn't a table- its a TABLETOP. It doesn't come with legs. It requires a table to be able to function as a table. Working on the floor was such a hassle that we had to purchase a table to put this tabletop on. It's quite frustrating and it would've been nice if that was made more clear in the listing. When you read table, you assume a flat surface with 4 legs. Maybe that's on me. Overall the table is way too expensive for how cheaply made it is, especially since it came dusty and damaged. I'd recommend getting a piece of plywood on your own and making the table yourself. Much cheaper, much faster, and much better quality.
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FLL Competition Table
The idea of a portable table is great. And for classroom or space limited areas, this could be fantastic. Although this is in 3 pieces, it is heavy. For the price, there should be the plastic guards provided for both sides vs. one (one maybe attached to another for tournament so they only give one set). Ordered 15 of them and after building five, not one did all the hardware completely fit flat when building the walls. They look pretty but still some kinks to be worked out.
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We used these tables for the first time this pa...
We used these tables for the first time this past weekend at two different events. Initial set-up took a bit of time but breaking them down to transport them for one location to another and resetting them up took no time at all. So much easier that carrying full size tables around. and the sections are light enough that they can be carried by one person.
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The table is very sturdy and fit our mat well.
The table is very sturdy and fit our mat well.
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Great purchase!
With FLL season upon us it was crucial that we got our hands on a competition table. We have more money than time at this point so having this option to purchase was such a relief. It was great to have this sturdy table delivered to my door and it fit in my car (another concern with the traditional crafted wood table). The delivery was SUPER fast! I received it way ahead of schedule. The only con is that there are two minor ridges where the pieces come together, but it is overall pretty smooth. We are so pleased with this purchase!
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It's easy to assemble and get ready for the com...
It's easy to assemble and get ready for the competition
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Beat up in transit
When I opened the package their were multiple corners of the MDF panels that had damage to them and a dent along the inside edge of one of the ends that created a chipped surface in the playing field. While these are all minor defects and most of them are outside of the playing field, for the cost nearly $400 shipped, I expected better.
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Disappointing
The table looked good and I was almost going to give it a 5 star review, but in the last step, trying to attach the 3 separate table pieces, we came across a production flaw that others may also be reporting here. The screws to attach the 3 separate pieces do not go in all the way, and so the table breaks apart with the slightest touch. I had to find another similar sized screw, drill a new hole and put it together. For the price, and the persistent negative reviews since 2021, I'm surprised no one from Andy Marks is on top of the situation and fixing it.
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Table review and cost
Table itself is good, but very pricy especially shipping. I wouldn't recommend this to any one else.
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Nice table but issues
It’s a nice table but has issues. I cannot screw the 3 sections together without it bucking upward so have to just do the best to hope they stay together with just the wooden dowels. For this reason I think the table is more expensive than it should be because ii expect more firm $450.
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sturdy
The table is very sturdy, which helps when it's in a middle school classroom. The only complaint would be that the screw holes for keeping the 3 panels together didn't line up perfectly so I had to force the nails in.
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Great looking table.
This table is a great alternative to building one. The problem I ran into is that some of the cooper grommets that are built into the black plastic side pieces came loose and just spin when I tighten the screws to hold the bottom boards on. I was able to work on it and fix them, but it was quite a process.
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A decent table but some design flaws
Our organization ordered two of these tables. For their underlying purpose they do well. Each section is light enough to be handled by one person. However, the quality in the construction leaves much to be desired. The MDF board does easily chip, especially during shipping. A couple of the corners were badly damaged. The worse issue is with the initial assembly and attaching the railings. Each railing uses multiple bolts to attach it to the MDF board. These bolts are screwed into the railing, but on multiple locations the receiving end of the bolt assemble system was not secure enough for the bolt to screw completely in. The bolt went about halfway in and then the assembly became loose and spun freely. Ultimately, this meant we couldn't screw the bolt in flush, nor could we back it out. We had to cut the blot off with a hacksaw. Very disappointing.
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Good, but had some production flaws
This table worked out well this season, as we used it for team meetings in my basement. Three pieces allowed for easy storage and it was easy enough for one adult to assemble. The quality was less that I expected for $250 dollars. One of the 4 screws needed to keep the 3 pieces together did not fit into the hole, so only had 3 out of four screws being used. We sat the table on top of a 6 ft fold out table. While, ok, it easily moved. I'm glad there is something available for teams now and hope future tables will see improvements.
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A FLL Must
These table are a must for FLL Teams! Teases a bit to assemble, but much lighter than the tradition wood table. We ordered 10 for our District and Coaches are very happy with them! Highly recommend- really like the painted!!!!
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An easy solution for your FFL program
Working with the AndyMark team on the purchase of this table was great. They responded well to my inquiries through email before my purchase and then the shipping was super fast. I love this table. It is very well built and we were able to get it setup in short time. Thank you AndyMark personnel for providing this solution for FFL Teams!
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Outstanding product and customer support
In my past 5 years coaching Lego League - the DIY tables have been fine - but never great. The wooden ones are heavy - much too heavy for the kids to move around, and too heavy for 1 adult to safely set up. The foam ones are better - but flimsy. NONE are great at being a storable solution - until now. This is the perfect balance of light weight and rigidity - and can be disassembled for storage in the off season. I'm sure you could disassemble for storage between meetings - just 4 bolts to do so. I had issues with the incomplete set being shipped - but after calling - it was quickly resolved. I was positivily surprised that when you call their help number - it is answered by a PERSON (not a routing robot) that can HELP (not someone to forward your call to the right department). With all the parts on hand and online instructions - assembly was simple and completed in about an hour. I would highly encourage anyone coaching a Lego League team to order this table - I expect it would retain most of its value for several seasons, enabling you to minimize the cost and resell it when necessary.
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Better than sliced bread.
These tables are constructed extremely well. They can separate into 3 parts with just four screws. This make them very portable. The seams are quite smooth. They use dowel pins to align the pieces together. I would recommend a table to be put under. Saw horses are not the best choice. These are great for competition and team practice.
