Countdown to Minneapolis: U.S. Bank Stadium Fun Fact #1

Countdown to Minneapolis: U.S. Bank Stadium Fun Fact #1

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The biggest game in American football is taking place this weekend, February 4th in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  The Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots have commanded the road to the Super Bowl, earning their spots in this year’s game.  With Super Bowl Sunday quickly approaching, Act Global will be bringing a fun fact each day about U.S. Bank Stadium- home of Super Bowl LII.

Did you know that U.S. Bank Stadium hasn’t always been the home of the Minnesota Vikings? Until 2013,  Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome (commonly known as the Metrodome for short) was Minneapolis’ premier stadium.   Hosting Super Bowl LII will conclude U.S. Bank Stadium’s second season in use for the NFL.

Since the opening of the stadium, Act Global’s brand of synthetic turf has been the surface of choice.  The artificial grass system has a history of proven playability, durability, and safety for NFL teams.  The surface combines science and technology with superior aesthetics to create the ultimate artificial grass system.

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Countdown to Minneapolis: U.S. Bank Stadium Fun Fact #1

Field Feature Friday: Deer Park School

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Deer Park is a secondary school located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire, England.  The Academy-rated institution instills a comprehensive education that includes a broad curriculum and access to elite extra-curricular resources.   Because athletic engagement both supports learning as well as promotes individual interests, Deer Park encourages its students to join one of the many sports teams offered throughout the year in fall, spring, and summer terms.

Image Provided by Verde Recreo

Deer Park’s professional-quality artificial turf system is even used not only by student-athletes, but also the Cirencester Hockey Club for its fast, flat, and consistent surface.  The Cirencester Hockey Club is a social hockey club that has grown to be one of the largest hockey clubs in South Gloucestershire over the past quarter-century with 8 adult leagues, Vets and mixed teams, and over 250 junior players.  The club allows teams to grow their hockey abilities in a friendly environment and continue to play throughout the sport’s traditional off-season.

The artificial turf system currently installed at Deer Park is a professional hockey system with advanced texturized fiber technology and glass-reinforced backings.  The uniform surface provides technical accuracy and consistent ball roll and rebound through a scientifically-engineered turf system that is exceptionally durable.  This allows more teams to spend more hours practicing on the pitch compared to natural grass limitations. Verde Recreo expertly completed the design and build of Deer Park’s field with artificial grass manufactured by Act Global.

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Countdown to Minneapolis: U.S. Bank Stadium Fun Fact #1

The Nine Factors Leading to a Safe and Efficient Airport Runway

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  1. A Clean Runway

Foreign Object Debris (FOD) are an object, particle, substance, debris or agent that is not where it is supposed to be and can lead to a hazardous situation to the aircraft itself, personnel on site, or a safety delay.  Common airport debris includes aircraft parts, tire fragments, mechanics’ tools, nails, luggage parts, broken pavement, and stones.

  1. A Stable Runway

Powerful jet blasts can cause erosion in runway and taxiway shoulders.  It is vital to have a surface that can withstand this phenomenon and provide a stable area for incoming and outgoing aircraft that is free of rutting. 

  1. A Strong Runway

A380 movement areas require detailed planning to accommodate the extra-large wingspan and route of these airliners.  The infrastructure of any airport’s A380 movement areas must be exceptionally durable and extend and stabilize runway and taxiway shoulders to prevent erosion and FOD from jet wash.

  1. A High-Visibility Runway

Infield islands and decommissioned high-speed exits or taxiways with high visibility markings can help prevent pilots from inadvertently landing on wide taxiways, further preventing delays and hazards.

  1. An Incursion-less Runway

Airplanes are constantly landing and taking off throughout the day at any airport. Because of this, personnel and equipment can find themselves within or around runway/taxiway safety areas.   This is a situation that can lead to both incursions and vehicle/pedestrian deviations (VPD’s).

  1. A Secure Runway

In the event of an urgent situation, emergency response equipment needs a fastened and stable surface to ensure the quickest response times possible to airport incidents.

  1. A Bird-Free Runway

Different elements of traditional airport ground coverings can create an environment rich in food, water, and shelter for birds.  Bird strikes are a dangerous phenomenon that has been calculated to cost the aviation industry $1.2 billion USD each year.

  1. A High-Drainage Runway

Standing water in airside areas of airports can lead to early deterioration of runway pavement and hazardous landing/taking off situations for pilots.  Both surface runoff and subsurface flow are important to properly drain.

  1. A Habitat-Free Runway

Just as traditional airport ground coverings can lead to an environment that is attractive to birds, they can also lead to a habitat for burrowing species.  This is an unsafe situation for both the airliners as well as the animals themselves.

 

Each of the nine factors leading to a safer, better runway can be achieved with the correct infrastructure and planning of an airport.  AvTurf is a patented aviation turf system that curbs the most common hazards such as erosion, bird strikes, and FODs that impact airport runways and taxiways.  The artificial grass surface also stays clean and green year-round and requires little maintenance.

For more information on AvTurf.

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Countdown to Minneapolis: U.S. Bank Stadium Fun Fact #1

CCB Centre for Sporting Excellence

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CCB Centre for Sporting Excellence is a young facility that opened in 2014 in Ystrad Mynach, Wales.  Opened with the help of the Welsh Rugby Union, the facility is home to the Dragons and features a FIFA 2 star 3G rugby field.

The Dragons are one of four professional teams in Wales and represent the South-East region of the country within the Pro14 league.  The team is halfway through the 2018-2018 season and is competing in Conference B against 6 other teams.  The Dragons have another four months of competition to reach one of the top seven positions in the league and qualify for the 2018-2019 European Rugby Champions Cup.  This July, after the conclusion of the season, the Dragons will be celebrating the team’s 15th birthday since its inception in 2003 when regional rugby union teams were introduced to Wales.

The Dragons practice on a synthetic turf surface manufactured by Act Global with superior performance standards and cutting-edge technology.  The artificial grass system used by the Dragons is incredibly durable and can withstand intense use, while still protecting athletes on impact.  As a World Rugby Preferred Turf Producer, Act Global is committed to exceptional quality and safety.  Act Global’s  synthetic turf systems also meet World Rugby Quality Guidelines and are World Rugby Reg22 certified.

The Dragon’s next matchup is against Saracens Rugby Club this Saturday, January 27th.

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Countdown to Minneapolis: U.S. Bank Stadium Fun Fact #1

Countdown to Super Bowl LII

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The two-week countdown to Super Bowl LII is officially underway! Yesterday four teams competed in the championship-bound round which led to the New England Patriot’s win over the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Philadelphia Eagle’s win over the Minnesota Vikings. Now both teams have a bye week to train and prepare before heading to U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

New England is a powerhouse that has made regular appearances at the Super Bowl, making them the favorite of predictions from multiple sources.  A win on February 4 by the Patriots would make the team the first back-to-back champion since 2003-2004, a record they themselves set.  However, the Philadephia Eagles have proved themselves as a successful underdog throughout playoffs, even using the status as a motivator and joke with their fans.  Philadelphia has pulled off repeat upsets over its past two opponents, making the team a serious competitor against New England.  The most current prediction from Bleacher Report has the final score at New England 37, Philadelphia 30.

On February 4, fans from all corners of the country will come to fill the 70,000 seats at U.S. Bank Stadium for Super Bowl LII.  As the premiere and most prominent game of the year, Act Global is proud to have the two best teams of the 2017 NFL season meet on our brand of turf.  The synthetic turf system is a leading brand in the industry and trusted for its proven safety and durability under high impact sports.  The surface combines science and technology with superior aesthetics to create the ultimate artificial grass system.

Good luck to both the Patriots and the Eagles!

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