The Nine Factors Leading to a Safe and Efficient Airport Runway

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.

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The Nine Factors Leading to a Safe and Efficient Airport Runway

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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The Nine Factors Leading to a Safe and Efficient Airport Runway

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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The Nine Factors Leading to a Safe and Efficient Airport Runway

Improvements to Masich Place Stadium

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“Sport is a big social part of our community here in Prince George. Upgrades to Masich Place Stadium will help create a better facility for residential and out-of-town athletes.” Mike Morris, MLA for Prince George-Mackenzie

Located in the beautiful urban wilderness of Prince George, British Columbia lies the historic venue of track and field at the 1990 BC Summer Games.  Masich Place Stadium is also home to the Prince George track and field club and serves as a training ground for athletes.  In an effort by the city to revitalize the facility and boost sports tourism, the re-development program includes improvements that will allow Masich Place Stadium to be a competitive capital for both provincial and national events.  In addition to exterior enhancements such as the painting of the grandstand structure and new landscaping, the stadium now features a new synthetic turf, multipurpose field.

“It will help ensure Prince George continues to have first-rate sporting facilities that make it an attractive place to live,” said Janine North, CEO, Northern Development.

The professional-quality, artificial grass field was manufactured by Act Global and skillfully installed by Carpell Surfaces.  Chief installer Stéphane Ranger expertly placed the turf to ensure that the community of Prince George has a pristine pitch that serves it needs.  The synthetic turf used to create the Masich Place Stadium’s new field has been specifically engineered for maximum player safety and performance.  This has been proven through laboratory tests as well and benchmarks against top natural grass facilities.

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https://www.northerndevelopment.bc.ca/news/masich-place-stadium-upgrades-aim-to-boost-sport-tourism-in-prince-george/

The Nine Factors Leading to a Safe and Efficient Airport Runway

Two Chile Stadiums Select Act Global Turf

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Act Global recently had the opportunity to manufacture three soccer pitches in Santiago and Curico, Chile.

 

The new synthetic turf field for ANFA (Asociación Nacional de Fútbol Amateur) Luis Hernan Alvarez Stadium is part of an improvement project to upgrade the quality of amateur soccer facilities.  The professional-quality pitch was part of the final phase of the project, meaning soon athletes will have access to the stadium’s top quality amenities, including Act Global’s artificial grass.

Santiago’s National Paralympic Stadium selected Act Global’s synthetic turf as the surface for both the main field and the mini-pitch within the facility.  The proven safety and specifically engineered athlete-conscious components ensure that Act Global artificial grass protects players while remaining durable under intense use and climatic conditions.

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