COLDWATER, OH, July 27, 2023 — LRP Matting and Equine Affaire, Inc. are proud to announce a sponsorship agreement between both companies, making LRP Matting the ‘Official Matting Sponsor’ of Equine Affaire through 2025. Both parties have committed to an official sponsorship agreement for the Equine Affaire events to be held in W. Springfield, Massachusetts, for the next three years.

As the ‘Official Matting Sponsor,’ LRP Matting will provide and install their high-quality and durable rubber mats for use within the Breed Pavilion display stalls, Breed Pavilion Aisles, Breed Pavilion presentation ring, Equine Fundamentals Forum Demo Ring and walkway, and Mallary North Demo Ring and walkway.

“We are very proud to partner with Equine Affaire and welcome the opportunity to support them at one of the largest equestrian events in the country,” says Kris Baucher, LRP’s Commercial Manager. “Being able to showcase our rubber mats in live-action areas is something we are very excited about. Along with providing flooring solutions in multiple areas, we are also happy to contribute to a safe and comfortable overall event environment.”

25 years in W. Springfield, Massachusetts

Equine Affaire is North America’s premier equine exposition and equestrian gathering. Equine Affaire unites horse lovers of all disciplines and interests in the ultimate celebration of the horse. This year’s event, to be held from November 9 – 12, marks the 25^th anniversary of Equine Affaire in W. Springfield, Massachusetts.

“Equine Affaire values the opportunity to partner with a great company like LRP Matting, which provides products designed to benefit and enhance the lives of both horses and people,” says Coagi Long, president of Equine Affaire. “We’re excited for this partnership, and we are looking forward to working with Kris and the team at LRP Matting for our events in Massachusetts.”

Shaping Your Environment

Boosting the well-being of both humans and animals, LRP Matting has a solution for every surface and size. LRP’s long-lasting rubber mats – made from the highest quality rubber – ensure optimal levels of protection and comfort. Since 1971, LRP Matting has been manufacturing rubber mats and flooring for use in agricultural, recreational, and industrial facilities. Apart from standard-sized rubber mats, LRP Matting is also specialized in made-to-measure solutions, producing a completely customizable option to fit our client’s individual needs. LRP Matting is shaping your environment! For media inquiries or additional questions about LRP Matting, please contact: Kenny Boons (LRP Matting) at media@drirubber.com.

Equine Affaire is proud to celebrate its 25^th event in Massachusetts, happening November 9-12, 2023, at the Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield, Massachusetts. Tickets for Equine Affaire and for Fantasia, Equine Affaire’s musical celebration of the horse, are on sale now at equineaffaire.com. Equine Affaire gratefully acknowledges its sponsors: Absorbine, US Equestrian, GGT Footing, Horizon Structures, Fair Hill Saddlery, Tribute Equine Nutrition, Triple Crown Nutrition, and LRP Matting. To learn more about our event, visit our website (www.equineaffaire.com), follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @equineaffaire, or call our office at (740) 845-0085, 9:00am-5:00pm EST (M-F). We’ll see you at Equine Affaire!