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Synthetic Turf Effective Tortoise Barrier, says FAA Study

Synthetic Turf Effective Tortoise Barrier, says FAA Study

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avturf, airport, aviation turf, synthetic turf, orlando sanfordYear-long study on effectiveness of artificial aviation turf, called AvTurf, finds positive results. (more…)


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Synthetic Turf Effective Tortoise Barrier, says FAA Study

Benefits of Hybrid Turf (Reinforced Natural Grass)

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The latest hybrid turf system – Xtreme Grass – reinforces natural grass’ playability properties combined with synthetic turf durability. The synthetic fibres helps stabilize and protect the natural grass, to improve growth, reduce playing damage and extend the life of your natural grass field.

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Synthetic Turf Effective Tortoise Barrier, says FAA Study

John Baize Receives AMI Award for Best Personal Contribution to Industry

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John_AMIawardJohn Baize, co-owner of Act Global, recently received an honorable award at the 2016 AMI Grass Yarn & Tufters Forum, in Berlin, Germany. (more…)


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Synthetic Turf Effective Tortoise Barrier, says FAA Study

Millfield School Gets FIH Global Xtreme Turf Hockey Pitches

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Millfield Hockey in Somerset, England. Featuring Xtreme Turf and Certified to FIH Global elite level play. Installation and picture by Verde Recreo.

Millfield, a leading private school in Somerset, England, recently received two new state-of-the-art synthetic turf hockey pitches to support their thriving hockey program. The pitches feature Act Global’s water-based Xtreme Turf NFH13-MF, and were professionally installed by partner Verde Recreo.

millfield, hockey turf, xtreme turf, synthetic turf, fih, fih certified, hockey pitch, xtreme turf, act global Millfield is today one of the top UK independent schools for students aged 2-18 years. As the country’s leading hockey school, the sport continues to flourish for both boys and girls at Millfield. The hockey program focuses on encouraging player development for all, with a strong coaching staff, specialised technical one-to-one training; and athletic development sessions with strength and conditioning coaches. Millfield’s hockey program competes very successfully in the National Schools and IAPS competition, and many pupils will graduate to international and Olympic teams.

The new FIH Global pitches from Act Global are a significant addition to the prestigious hockey program. Global Certification signifies a playing surface with elite performance qualities, ideal for developing these top young players. Xtreme Turf NFH13-MF is a water-based system, designed using  highly resilient yarns, a short, dense pile height, and a glass-reinforced primary plus latex coating. The non-filled system is built with an in-situ shock pad and irrigated with a water layer to provide optimal speed of play,  excellent foot stability and technical ball accuracy.

“We are honored to work with our partner Verde Recreo and Millfield School to bring these players the best in quality hockey turf,” said Gary Breen, regional sales manager for Act Global.

Act Global was recently appointed an Official FIH Supplier, which confirms their commitment to delivering top-quality hockey pitches around the world. This initiative is part of the FIH Quality Programme for Hockey Turf which is aimed at ensuring good quality hockey fields are built for all levels of play, from elite level competition to community development.

For more information Act Global hockey turf visit www.ActGlobal.com or email info@actglobal.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Synthetic Turf Effective Tortoise Barrier, says FAA Study

Act Global Appointed Official FIH Supplier for Hockey Turf

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Millfield School in Somerset, England features Xtreme Turf Hockey NFH13 MF, Certified to FIH Global level. Photo and installation by: Verde Recreo

January 22, 2016 – The International Hockey Federation has today announced its appointment of Official FIH Suppliers, who have demonstrated commitment to provide top level hockey surfaces around the world.

Act Global is among seven companies to be recognized in the flagship program. To be appointed, Act Global demonstrated its commitment to working with the FIH to grow the game of hockey and providing high-quality pitches suitable for international, national, club and development hockey.

“Act Global is dedicated to collaborating with the FIH to set the industry standards and build the fields needed to grow and sustain the game,” said Chris Clapham, co-owner of Act Global. “We ensure quality in all our synthetic turf systems to maximize performance and safety for players.”

Act Global engineers several high performing sand-dressed and water-based hockey turf systems, certified for National and Global level play. Using highly resilient yarns, and a short, dense pile height, Xtreme Turf Hockey provides a flat, sturdy surface for optimal high speed of play. Xtreme Turf has been Certified in hockey pitches around the world, with a recent Global Category for two pitches at Millfield School in England.

The FIH Supplier initiative is part of the FIH Quality Programme for Hockey Turf which is aimed at ensuring good quality hockey fields are built for all levels of play. This internationally recognised programme provides consistent and dependable industry standards for the performance, construction and durability of hockey turf installations worldwide. As a result it will help inspire more people to play hockey, promote player welfare and protect the investment of those funding hockey facilities.

Speaking of these appointments, FIH CEO Kelly Fairweather said: “An extensive evaluation process has been undertaken to ensure that all these suppliers can provide high levels of quality to the hockey community. However, we also wanted to ensure that they would also contribute to the aims and objectives of our Federation which is to make hockey a global game that inspires the next generation.”

See more information and the official FIH announcement here.