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Non-filled research developments update

The European Commission has (almost) spoken. Now the race is definitely on: the development of a long-pile synthetic turf system…

European standard to determine shockpad and e-layer quality

The European Standards Committee (CEN) has harmonised the way performance and durability for shockpads and e-layers throughout Europe should be…

Brockfill withstands wet onslaught

The excessive rainfall of the first six months of 2023 has helped Brockfill to showcase its unique ability to remain…

Belgium embraces Brockfill

Football club KSVB from Brasschaat, Belgium, has selected a Condor Grass football turf system with Brockfill infill to futureproof its…

Spanish test institute validates infill containment measures

The Institute of Biomechanics of Valencia (IBV) has confirmed that the use of risk management measures will guarantee that the…

AI fails to see logic in infill-ban

An Artificial Intelligence machine has questioned the logic behind the proposed ban on polymeric infill. The machine was asked five…

Which is better: brushing or raking?

Opinions about whether brushing or raking third-generation synthetic turf fields is better for the field are divided. A grant from…

Warm season grass discussed

Maintaining a good quality sports pitch in countries with a hot climate can be tremendously challenging. Groundsmen in areas like…

EC postpones decision on polymeric infill

The European Commission will decide only in March or April next year at the earliest whether it will adopt the…

SIS Pitches partners with AstroTurf

SIS Pitches and AstroTurf will jointly bring the SIS Pitches hybrid systems to professional clubs, athletic programs, and sports teams…