Sustainability & Recycling of Synthetic Turf Systems : the Future
THE SYNTHETIC TURF INDUSTRY IS AT A CROSSROAD. WHY? Public awareness of the damage caused by plastic waste in the environment means that manufacturing strategies that do not reduce the impact of production on the environment will soon become unacceptable. Of course, synthetic turf systems and shock pads will fall under the broad banner of […]
Sport Group recycles synthetic turf in the future
The Sport Group is one of the world’s leading companies in the field of synthetic sports surfaces. With its subsidiary Polytan, the company has a high market share in the construction of artificial turf pitches and running tracks. Now the Bavarian company is also entering the recycling business. The newly founded subsidiary FormaTurf will turn […]
Investment in RMMs the right thing to do
As third-generation synthetic turf fields will be around for many years, an investment in risk management measures (RMMs) is the right thing to do, and, in fact, is a legal obligation. During a webinar hosted by ESTC Affiliate Member BSNC from the Netherlands, Director General Stefan Diderich reminded delegates of their duty of care. “Protecting […]
Hockey equipment gets stamp of FIH approval
The FIH Quality Programme is expanding its reach beyond hockey turfs and fields to include quality standards for a range of field equipment. This is a natural progression for a sport that aspires to high levels of professionalism across all levels of the game. FIH Approved will provide the quality stamp necessary for those who […]
The continuous ProPlay loop of giving foam a purpose
ProPlay shock pads distinguish themselves in many ways, but one aspect that truly makes ProPlay stand out is its respect for the environment. ProPlay is made from redundant foams. Once these foams have been accepted for the production of this shock pad, they will remain in the system and will continuously be used to produce […]
Webinar European development towards biodegradable polymers
On the 28th of October Senbis Polymer Innovations will co-host a Chemport Europe webinar on the market opportunities for innovations with biodegradable polymers due to a microplastic legislation proposal by the European Chemicals Agency. As an example case for the artificial grass market, Ten Cate Grass executives will elaborate their approach. Register via: https://lnkd.in/gSS9W_P
Limonta Sport obtains certification for 100% natural infill
Limonta Sport obtained the OK BIOBASE and OK BIODEGRADABLE certification from the TÜV Austria Institute for their GEO, a 100% natural performance infill. Andrea Marcassoli, R&D Manager explains : “A certification based on European standards EN13432 and EN14995 relating to compostability confirms that GEO is 100% biodegradable in the soil, and EN16640 on which the […]