International Play Company
- Founded
- 1999-01-01 in Langley, British Columbia, Canada
- Headquarters
- Langley, British Columbia, Canada
- sales@iplayco.com
- Phone
- (604) 607-1111
iPlayCO (International Play Company Inc.) is a privately held Canadian manufacturer and global supplier of custom-designed indoor play structures, interactive attractions, and themed entertainment solutions for family entertainment centers, shopping malls, theme parks, daycare facilities, and municipalities. Founded in 1999 in Langley, British Columbia, the company has grown into a multinational operation with manufacturing and office locations in Canada, Italy, Bulgaria, and the Philippines, and has completed installations in more than 90 countries. iPlayCO’s product portfolio spans soft toddler play areas, trampoline arenas, multi-level soft-play zones, interactive arena equipment, and branded attractions such as Angry Birds and PAW Patrol zones. The company earned a Guinness World Record for the largest children's soft-play area at the Mall of Dharan in Saudi Arabia. iPlayCO employs over 150 team members and is recognized for its end-to-end services—design, manufacturing, installation, and custom theming—as well as its 2014 BC Export Award for Manufactured Products.
Detailed Review
History and Founding
iPlayCO began operations in April 1999 with its first project—a restaurant play structure in San Jose, Costa Rica. Over the subsequent two and a half decades, the company expanded from a single Langley facility into a truly international business, acquiring European operations (Italy, Bulgaria) and establishing an Asian manufacturing base in Subic Bay, Philippines (under the IREC Corporation). This multi-continent manufacturing footprint allows iPlayCO to serve customers in the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific with localized production and service.
Business Model and Products
The company’s core focus is the design, manufacture, and installation of commercial indoor playground equipment, but it has evolved to deliver full “location-based entertainment” (LBE) solutions. Key products include the TAG Active interactive arena system, Cyber Towers (side-by-side timed vertical obstacle towers for racing), custom trampoline parks, and a variety of soft-play configurations for toddlers through teens/adults. iPlayCO also offers branded turnkey attractions under license, such as the Angry Birds soft-play zone and the PAW Patrol Hero Academy (recently installed at American Dream mall). The company emphasizes custom design—many clients require elements not available off-the-shelf, and iPlayCO’s in-house engineering and theming capabilities enable tailored solutions from concept to opening day.
Market Position and Innovation
Innovation and safety are central: all structures are built to high standards for structural integrity and child safety, and the company has completed over 4,000 installations. iPlayCO is a regular sponsor and exhibitor at major trade shows (IAAPA, Amusement Expo, SEA Saudi Entertainment) and participates in Foundations Entertainment University as a Gold sponsor. In 2025, the company announced a branding partnership with Rovio Entertainment (owner of Angry Birds), further strengthening its IP-driven attraction offering. The company remains privately held and continues to invest in expanding its global sales mix beyond its earlier reliance on a single strategic partner.
Key Products
Custom Playground Designs
Fully bespoke indoor and outdoor play structures, from toddler zones to multi-level soft-play complexes, designed to client specifications.
TAG Active
Interactive arena system that combines physical activity with digital gameplay, often used for group challenges and attractions in FECs.
Cyber Towers
Two side-by-side timed vertical obstacle towers where players race independently or head-to-head; a competitive climbing attraction.
Angry Birds Soft-Play
Licensed Angry Birds themed multi-level soft-play zone for younger children, featuring slides, climbing elements, and themed decor.
Indoor Trampoline Parks
Custom-built trampoline arenas with multiple lanes, angled walls, and dedicated dodgeball courts; part of the company’s LBE portfolio.
PAW Patrol Hero Academy
Licensed PAW Patrol themed attraction (e.g., at American Dream mall) featuring interactive play and branding.
Toddler Zone
Soft, safe climbing and exploration areas designed for infants and toddlers, often integrated into larger play centers.
Offices & Headcount
150 employees (approx.)