Pinsetters

Switch ® Shield

Built to run. Designed to last.

Running a bowling centre means a hundred things competing for your attention. Your pinsetter shouldn't be one of them. Switch® Shield is engineered to stay out of the way, fewer failures, fewer service calls, fewer interruptions to your operation. Your lanes stay open, your staff stays focused, and your guests get the experience they came for. When you do need to step in, the e-tech system puts full control in your hands from a tablet, wherever you are. Sturdy, reliable, and finished with LED lighting that makes it as much a visual statement as a mechanical one. The Shield doesn't just work, it works for you.

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Product Overview

Meet Switch® Genie Switch ® Shield

The new Switch® Shield string pinsetter combines stunning Italian design with the best of modern materials and technology. After a lengthy and demanding period of product development, Switch® was delighted by the reception it received at the 2022 IAAPA Expo in London.

Switch® Shield is an eye-catching vision in metal and composite materials, with lines and colour to complement the latest series of Switch® Style furniture and equipment. But it’s not just about looks. The sleek exterior houses a smooth operating system and safety features that are time-saving and cost-effective.

Features

Everything You Need

Built for Operators Who Mean Business

No On-Site Technician Required

Eliminates full-time mechanic dependency, directly reducing operating costs. The Shield is designed to be easy for any operator to learn and manage from day one.

High Pin Accuracy & Stability

Consistent pin action with reduced rope entanglement and low part wear, delivering reliable performance every game, every session, every day.

Wireless Remote Management

The e-tech system allows remote pin selection, string length adjustment, automated untangling, alerts and software upgrades from a handheld tablet, whether on-site or remotely.

Efficient Energy Consumption

Significant energy savings compared to traditional free-fall pinsetter systems, reducing long-term operating costs.

Built to Last

Featuring a sturdy metal pit-end frame, solid birch kickbacks, heavy-duty ball curtain and shock-absorbing ball stop — every component is engineered for durability.

Performance Reporting

Access technical and statistical feedback including pinsetter performance, number of games, hours of operation and downtime to optimise your centre.

Advanced Safety System

Guarded access to mechanical and electronic components combined with advanced shutdown protection safeguards both equipment and staff.

IBF & USBC Approved

Fully compliant with international standards required for competitive and tournament bowling.

The Core Engine

The Scoring System

Engineered Down to the Detail

Shield Elevator

The Shield elevator system moves pins quietly and efficiently from pit to deck, keeping the game flowing without the clatter and wear of traditional free-fall machines.

Shield SafeGuard Security Fence

Full protective fencing keeps hands, tools and curiosity away from moving components, protecting staff while meeting international safety directives.

Shield Metal Backend

Built to withstand years of ball impact without flexing, cracking or drifting out of alignment.

Shield SmartHub Control Box

A modular board system handles cycle control, fault detection and connectivity, with Ethernet and Wi-Fi built in for remote diagnostics.

LED Pit Light

Bright, energy-efficient LED lighting illuminates the pit area, allowing technicians to inspect and service the machine quickly and safely.

Shield Technician Tablet

A dedicated technician tablet provides direct access to diagnostics, calibration and system settings through an intuitive touchscreen interface.

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