What is commercial fitness equipment?

Commercial fitness equipment is used in non-residential settings such as health clubs, hotels, apartments complexes, physical therapy clinics, personal training studios, and corporate fitness facilities.  Commercial fitness equipment is built stronger than residential equipment due to the fact that it endures more frequent and heavy use. 

What is the primary difference between residential and commercial fitness equipment?

Durability is the main difference between commercial and residential fitness equipment.  Often, facilities that use commercial equipment have users on their equipment for over 15 hours per day.  The users needs range from novice exerciser to sport specific professionals.Residential fitness equipment can meet the needs of a family or individual but is not recommended or warranted in a commercial application.