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by Shelby Becker
Synthetic turf specialists considered for ‘Best Technology Partnership’.
Bonar Yarns and Act Global were recently announced as finalists for the upcoming Sports Technology Awards, as a result of the newly developed and unique synthetic turf surface at Queen of the South Football Club.
The awards celebrate the best and most innovative technological advancements throughout the sporting industry, and were inspired by technology’s increasingly important role in sport.
“We’re pleased to partner with fellow innovators such as Bonar Yarns to continue raising the bar for safety, performance and durability of synthetic turf systems,” said Chris Clapham, managing director of Act Global. “We focus on the meeting the needs of players and clubs first, and to be also recognized for an award is a great honour.”
Bonar Yarns and Act Global, together developed an advanced artificial turf system which would meet Queen of the South’s performance requirements, as well as satisfy international sporting and FIFA standards. The resulting technology features a unique fibre blend using MN Ultra yarns, woven into an interlocked backing. When compared to traditional tufting techniques, this system offers overall enhanced performance, including consistent ball roll, superior tuft lock and a resilient, non-directional turf pile.
The completed pitch at Palmerston Park achieved FIFA Two Star Certification, the highest mark of elite level performance.
This is the second Sport Technology Award nomination for Dundee based Bonar Yarns, as last year they won ‘Best Technology provider – under 2m’.
“We’re extremely honoured and proud to have been shortlisted for this year’s Sport Technology Awards,” said Bryn Lee, commercial director of Bonar Yarns. “It’s fantastic that we’re being recognised, again, for our involvement with technology in sport – it’s great for us as a company, our partner Act Global and the entire industry.”
Winners of the Sports Technology Awards will be announced on March 27, in London. For more information on the awards, please visit the website: www.sportstechnologyawards.com
Shelby Becker is a creative content creator and marketing specialist at Act Global. She’s an animal rights activist, avid concert-goer, and scary movie enthusiast. Follow her on LinkedIn .
For more information, contact marketing at sbecker@actglobal.com
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by Shelby Becker
New Xtreme Turf pitch at Chiwembe Technical and Development Centre in Malawi
FIFA Certified synthetic turf pitch provides top playing surface for football players and youth sporting development.
The Chiwembe Technical and Development Centre in Malawi, Africa now has one of the finest synthetic turf playing surfaces, certified to FIFA level play.
The new pitch was supplied by Act Global as part of a FIFA Goal Project, which enables member associations to fulfill developments to advance football in their countries. FIFA awarded Malawi the grant based on their event management performance, financial prudence and popularity of football. Football is the leading sport in this region, but the country has a shortage of quality playing surfaces.
Act Global was selected because of their high-quality artificial turf and commitment to FIFA international performance standards. Act had previously fulfilled a comparable FIFA Goal project at Kamuzu Stadium, also in Blantyre, Malawi.
The field was built in cooperation by local contractors Real Civil Engineers and Act Global’s own contractors. The company has a skilled installation crew in Africa to offer the best in local technical ability, who work alongside Act’s European installers to achieve top performance standards. The pitch features a natural green blend of spined monofilament fibers from Bonar Yarns.
The pitch is part of a larger renovation to the Chiwembe Technical and Development Centre, to include an office block, hostels, a kitchen and cafeteria. This will be used as a training base for the development of Malawi football clubs and players in Malawi, with a special focus on youth development. The FIFA Recommended Mark indicates one of the top playing surfaces in the world, and Chiwembe Technical Center is now capable of hosting Super League and Cup games.
“We are honored to help expand the reach of sports in Malawi, and promote the development of football and youth sporting talent,” said Chris Clapham, managing director and co-owner of Act Global.
This was Act Global’s sixth completed FIFA Goal installation in Africa, following projects in Sierra Leone, Kenya, Malawi and two in Zimbabwe. Four more African Goal Projects are in progress in Congo, Burundi, Tanzania and Guinea.
About Act Global
Act Global is a world leader in synthetic turf and artificial grass manufacturing. The company’s Xtreme Turf and Xtreme Lawn products replicate natural grass for use in international stadiums, indoor sport centers, synthetic lawns and other synthetic grass uses. Its LiteEarth and AvTurf products add capabilities for landfills and airport applications. Act Global has manufacturing locations in USA, Europe and Asia and installations in over 70 countries. Act Global is notable for currently being the first company in the world that is a FIFA Preferred Producer for Football Turf, Synthetic Turf Council Certified Manufacturer, World Rugby Preferred Turf Producer, and holds an ISO 9001 certification. For more information visit http://www.ActGlobal.com.
Shelby Becker is a creative content creator and marketing specialist at Act Global. She’s an animal rights activist, avid concert-goer, and scary movie enthusiast. Follow her on LinkedIn .
For more information, contact marketing at sbecker@actglobal.com
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by Shelby Becker
Brand strategy reflects the growing integration of the construction and manufacturing partnership.
To reinforce their combined strengths of artificial turf research, manufacturing, construction and maintenance, ProGrass and Act Global have consolidated product brands to be called “Xtreme Turf”. (more…)
Shelby Becker is a creative content creator and marketing specialist at Act Global. She’s an animal rights activist, avid concert-goer, and scary movie enthusiast. Follow her on LinkedIn .
For more information, contact marketing at sbecker@actglobal.com
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by Shelby Becker
The future site of Rock in Rio USA, to include 532,800 square feet of Xtreme Lawn artificial turf.
A total of 532,800 square feet of artificial turf will be installed at one of the largest music festivals in the world.
For its inaugural stateside edition, Rock in Rio USA is going green, by installing more than a half million square feet of artificial grass at the Las Vegas festival grounds. (more…)
Shelby Becker is a creative content creator and marketing specialist at Act Global. She’s an animal rights activist, avid concert-goer, and scary movie enthusiast. Follow her on LinkedIn .
For more information, contact marketing at sbecker@actglobal.com
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Normally a concrete sidewalk, the perimeter of Fox News is converted to an attractive and functional event space with Act Global synthetic grass.
Artificial grass can provide attractive, low-maintenance and functional spaces ideal for community events, concerts and more.
As of the end of 2014, 40-45 million square feet of synthetic grass for landscape has been installed in the United States, according to the Synthetic Turf Council. It is a fast growing segment of the artificial turf market, as more homeowners, businesses and municipalities realize its many advantages.
Event venues seeking an inviting, green, eco-friendly surface to impress their guests should consider artificial turf as an ideal solution. Artificial grass can be used around commercial buildings, concert venues, community events, amphitheaters, carnivals, festivals, amusement parks, and much more to create a welcoming space and atmosphere. The eco-friendly solution requires minimal resources and maintenance, while providing a clean, soft, aesthetically pleasing surface which is highly durable in all weather conditions.
Why is artificial turf ideal for event spaces?
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY
As consumers continue to seek environmentally-responsible solutions, many have recognized synthetic turf as an attractive option. Environmental advantages of synthetic grass include saving water, preventing pesticide use and reducing maintenance pollution. Many hot climates in particular are facing drought conditions right now, and have water restrictions in place. Every square foot of natural grass replaced with artificial turf can save 55 gallons of water per year.
AESTHETICALLY PLEASING
High-quality artificial grass truly lends the appearance and feel of natural grass. It provides a bright, welcoming impression and can easily be used in combination with other natural or artificial landscaping to create unique, aesthetically pleasing event spaces. In fact, Act Global’s Xtreme Lawn has been featured on Fox & Friends Morning Show and enjoyed by concert-goers at Fox’s Summer Concert Series!
LOW MAINTENANCE
Many people prefer soft surfaces such as grass; however, the hassle of maintaining natural landscaping in event spaces can be quite difficult. Artificial turf provides an attractive, soft surface, while eliminating the added bother of mowing, and the environmental burden of fertilizers, pesticides and watering.
COST EFFECTIVE
Synthetic grass shrinks overall operating and maintenance expenditures by saving water, and reducing maintenance and the associated labor costs.
VERSATILE
The options are virtually endless when using artificial turf in event spaces. Much easier to install and maintain than natural grass, synthetic turf can be cut to fit any size or shape installation, without the need to seed, sod, water or mow. Artificial turf can be used around commercial buildings, concert venues, community events, carnivals, festivals, amusement parks, and much more, and can be used both indoors and outdoors. It can be installed as a permanent or semi-permanent installation to provide versatility for future use.
DURABLE
Artificial grass is extremely crowd-friendly, and can withstand heavy foot traffic and continued use. Act Global Xtreme Lawn is highly UV protected to maintain durability and color fastness even in hot climates under heavy sun exposure.
CLEAN and GREEN
Artificial turf keeps event spaces clean and green, without the mess of dirt, mud, or grass damage in the event of rain or heavy foot traffic. It is non-toxic, allergen free and helps deter insects and other pests.
Today’s advanced synthetic grass provides high-quality, eco-friendly solutions for a variety of landscape applications. For more information on Act Global synthetic grass, visit this post on Why to Choose Xtreme Lawn or email info@actglobal.com with specific questions.
Shelby Becker is a creative content creator and marketing specialist at Act Global. She’s an animal rights activist, avid concert-goer, and scary movie enthusiast. Follow her on LinkedIn .
For more information, contact marketing at sbecker@actglobal.com
Synthetic turf specialists considered for ‘Best Technology Partnership’.
