Flying Bowling's AeroPin™ String Pinsetter Achieves USBC Certification

New string pinsetter system redefines professional bowling center standards

Mar. 17, 2026 at 5:04am

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Flying Bowling, a leading global manufacturer of premium bowling equipment, announced that its proprietary AeroPin™ String Pinsetter has officially received full certification from the United States Bowling Congress (USBC). As the bowling industry shifts toward more sustainable, cost-effective operations, string pinsetters are becoming the preferred choice for new center construction and modernization projects.

Why it matters

The USBC's Equipment Specifications serve as the definitive 'Gold Standard' for the sport, and this global accreditation guarantees that centers equipped with the AeroPin system are fully authorized to host USBC-certified tournaments, ensuring absolute professional integrity. This certification helps dispel the industry's long-standing bias that string pinsetters are 'non-professional'.

The details

The AeroPin system successfully passed a rigorous series of precision physical parameter and pin rebound tests at the USBC Equipment Specifications Laboratory in Arlington, Texas. The system features a precisely calibrated 55.50-inch string length to ensure natural pin oscillation, as well as a 100% success rate in extreme rebound testing for complex spare leaves. The AeroPin also boasts 20-30% faster ball return, enhanced maintenance accessibility, and global adaptability for full-size international lanes, compact boutique layouts, bars, and luxury hospitality venues.

  • The AeroPin™ String Pinsetter received USBC certification on March 16, 2026.

The players

Flying Bowling Co., Ltd.

A premier global innovator and high-quality bowling equipment manufacturer headquartered in Guangzhou, China, with a commitment to advancing the sport through cutting-edge technology.

United States Bowling Congress (USBC)

The global governing body for the sport of bowling, whose Equipment Specifications serve as the definitive 'Gold Standard' for the industry.

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What’s next

The AeroPin system's USBC certification ensures that bowling centers equipped with the technology are fully authorized to host USBC-certified tournaments, further solidifying its position as a professional-grade solution for the industry.

The takeaway

The AeroPin's USBC certification represents a major breakthrough for string pinsetter technology, demonstrating that it can meet the highest international standards for professional bowling and helping to drive the industry's shift toward more sustainable, cost-effective operations.