After 12 years, Act Global is proud to have partnered with ATS Pte. Ltd for the Saint Andrews Secondary School project located in Singapore for their second installation. Daniel Clapham was the sales representative and head of the project.
The school’s first field was built in 2007 with the Pro N64 system. After experiencing its high quality for over 12 years, the decision to reselect Act Global and ATS for a second installation was clear for the Saint Andrews Secondary School.
The turf chosen for the field was the WR compliant 3G system Xtreme Turf D60-360 C7010XC, utilizing a long pile diamond monofilament with a shock pad, a combination that is perfect for the school’s sporting needs. This carefully engineered system works well with Singapore’s year-round hot and humid weather due to the turf’s strong resistance to climate tea and the customized Plana pipe drainage system designed and installed by ATS Singapore The turf is developed with the use of maximum UV inhibitors so that it can with-stand heavy use and intense climatic conditions over long periods of time. This allows the fibers to last longer and perform better. The field is Act Global’s first WR certified field in Asia-Pacific.
Act Global is a world leader in synthetic turf technology with an ISO 9001 Quality Certified manufacturing facility in Calhoun, Georgia, and field installations in over 90 countries. Act Global has supplied its Xtreme Turf synthetic turf to over 600 football fields. Act Global is a FIFA Quality Licensee and preferred supplier for World Rugby, the International Hockey Federation, and the United Soccer League. The Act Global UBU Speed Series is the leading brand for NFL & NCAA Division I Football Fields has been featured in the New Orleans Superdome 2013, New York MetLife Stadium 2014, and Minneapolis U.S. Bank Stadium 2018. Act Global also produced and installed the playing surface at the New Orleans Superdome in 2017 and 2018.
Bring out the swimsuits, paddle boards, and ice cream trucks! Happy first day of spring! It’s time to sit back, relax and enjoy these next few months. But what does this time of year mean for your spring sports team?
The spring can affect training schedules due to the increase of variable weather and rainfall, resulting in less playing time for your players. Synthetic turf fields mitigate this and allow teams to use the field for more hours of the day and more days of the week due to the decrease in canceled practices, games, and tournaments.
Let’s take a look at the numbers: synthetic turf fields can be utilized for 3,000 hours per year without rest in comparison to natural grass fields which can only be used for approximately 680 hours per year. The fields do not degrade during any season and in result give players a more stable playing surface, especially during the springtime. From a city hosting perspective, this means an increase in revenue as well since tournaments no longer have to be canceled for the conservation of a natural grass field.
So, let’s get down to business. The springtime is full of joy and sports. It is also packed in weather changes and game cancellations. Synthetic turf fields resolve this issue completely and allow the spring to carry on with its assortment of sports. You shouldn’t have to cancel precious training or game time for your team just because Mother Nature doesn’t want to get with the program!
Act Global is a world leader in synthetic turf technology with an ISO 9001 Quality Certified manufacturing facility in Calhoun, Georgia, and field installations in over 90 countries. Act Global has supplied its Xtreme Turf synthetic turf to over 600 football fields. Act Global is a FIFA Quality Licensee and preferred supplier for World Rugby, the International Hockey Federation, and the United Soccer League. The Act Global UBU Speed Series is the leading brand for NFL & NCAA Division I Football Fields has been featured in the New Orleans Superdome 2013, New York MetLife Stadium 2014, and Minneapolis U.S. Bank Stadium 2018. Act Global also produced and installed the playing surface at the New Orleans Superdome in 2017 and 2018.
March winter madness has begun! So far, this winter has been quite the chilly one with a few scattered bursts of beautiful weather! Some might say it’s even too cold to be practicing or playing any sort of sport outside. We at Act Global are here to say it’s never too cold for athletes to get their game on with our synthetic turf fields!
Here are some effects that cold weather has on natural grass fields:
Dormancy – Most grass goes dormant in winter. While it may look dead, it is still technically alive and will grow again the following spring – however, the game shouldn’t have to stop just because the grass looks dead and needs time to repair! Synthetic turf fields take away all the maintenance needs of a natural grass field and allow athletes to continue to play competitively and leisurely all year long.
Desiccation – There are times when not all grass will survive, and patches will be scattered throughout a natural grass field. This is known as desiccation which is moisture loss caused by extreme cold. Desiccation is always a possibility because snow and ice enable moisture to reach the roots. This takes even more time and maintenance to fix as grass has to be replaced. Synthetic turf kicks this possibility completely – you’ll never have to worry about desiccation!
Snow Mold Risk – Snow mold is a fungus that affects natural grass fields and lawns under snow cover. While this isn’t much of an issue in some states such as Texas, for those in the Northeast snow mold is a common problem.
Damage and Death – Damage and death is always a possibility. It is strongly recommended to not step on a natural grass field, or even lawn, when there is snow. This is because the pressure from the snow and any added weight can cause permanent damage to the grass. This is especially important if the natural grass field was already weak before the winter months started. This really takes practice time from athletes, causing any potential development to slow down.
Act Global’s turf can withstand extreme weather on both sides of the spectrum. This provides a huge advantage for community and school athletes. Games and practices will no longer have to be canceled due to natural grass maintenance and players can continue to develop their skills. It’s all about the game and player growth at Act Global!
Act Global is a world leader in synthetic turf technology with an ISO 9001 Quality Certified manufacturing facility in Calhoun, Georgia, and field installations in over 90 countries. Act Global has supplied its Xtreme Turf synthetic turf to over 600 football fields. Act Global is a FIFA Quality Licensee and preferred supplier for World Rugby, the International Hockey Federation, and the United Soccer League. The Act Global UBU Speed Series is the leading brand for NFL & NCAA Division I Football Fields has been featured in the New Orleans Superdome 2013, New York MetLife Stadium 2014, and Minneapolis U.S. Bank Stadium 2018. Act Global also produced and installed the playing surface at the New Orleans Superdome in 2017 and 2018.
Every sport that has ever been played was first created on a natural grass field. Today, many of these sports have gone on to be played professionally and casually on synthetic turf fields due to the environmental benefits and heightened performance and safety for the players.
To keep the integrity of the game, Act Global uses a synthetic turf system for every field produced and continues to find a perfect balance between measuring performance and safety. Depending on the sport, different performance factors are considered. By using synthetic turf, you are able to control the performance in a consistent manner through fiber type, fiber height, and infill. Refer to https://bit.ly/2UaRSh5 to find out more about infill.
The Synthetic Turf Council describes ball-surface interaction as this: “Ball-surface interaction describes the performance characteristics of the field that relate to the ways in which the ball reacts to the surface. It is important that the ball perform as close as possible to the optimal performance characteristics for the sport or sports being played on the field. Therefore, measurements of vertical ball rebound, angled ball rebound, and ball roll, are taken to compare against the published standards of the regulatory organization(s) applicable to each sport.”
Act Global continues to take in input for every potential field project along with recommendations for turf systems that will best benefit all athletes.
Act Global is a world leader in synthetic turf technology with an ISO 9001 Quality Certified manufacturing facility in Calhoun, Georgia, and field installations in over 90 countries. Act Global has supplied its Xtreme Turf synthetic turf to over 600 football fields. Act Global is a FIFA Quality Licensee and preferred supplier for World Rugby, the International Hockey Federation, and the United Soccer League. The Act Global UBU Speed Series is the leading brand for NFL & NCAA Division I Football Fields has been featured in the New Orleans Superdome 2013, New York MetLife Stadium 2014, and Minneapolis U.S. Bank Stadium 2018. Act Global also produced and installed the playing surface at the New Orleans Superdome in 2017 and 2018.
Infill is an important element of any synthetic turf sports field system. For Act Global, this means including infill turf as part of our balancing system. We check for shock absorption vs. vertical deformation, deceleration vs. slip resistance, and make sure it is skin friendly while still maintaining traction. Our engineers recognize that any infill we provide must be up to par for player safety and performance.
Turf is made with two types of infill: a performance and a stabilizer. While we do have sand and rubber available for use, Act Global also provides organic, TPE, EPDM, coated sand, and Clear Choice as alternatives.
Organic infill includes coconut and cork, which can be recycled back into the environment once a field has reached the end of its life.
TPE, or thermoplastic elastomer, is recyclable, non-toxic and heavy metal free.
EPDM, or Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer, provides higher stability, is durable and has a great appearance.
Coated sand is low maintenance, provides lower surface temperatures and has proven UV resistance.
Clear Choice is durable, recyclable, and heat-resistant.
The alternative performance infills comply with the most stringent environmental testing and requirements in the market.
Each infill is thoroughly tested to ensure the product is safe, durable, and performs according to top players’ expectations for the long term. Act Global actively strives to develop synthetic solutions selecting the best and most eco-friendly alternative performance infills and shock pads available on the market. Each system is engineered for high performance and to prevent compaction, but it should be noted that each one does differ by surface temperatures, watering requirements, and appearances.
The type of infill can be selected based on user preference, however, infill ratios are recommended by experts within the synthetic turf manufacturing company based on the field purpose. We make ratios and recommendations based on extensive natural grass benchmark and laboratory testing for each sports surface we create. We adhere to and surpass strict international standards set by FIFA, FIH, and World Rugby and have over 200 FIFA certified fields.
Act Global is a world leader in synthetic turf technology with an ISO 9001 Quality Certified manufacturing facility in Calhoun, Georgia, and field installations in over 90 countries. Act Global has supplied its Xtreme Turf synthetic turf to over 600 football fields. Act Global is a FIFA Quality Licensee and preferred supplier for World Rugby, the International Hockey Federation, and the United Soccer League. The Act Global UBU Speed Series is the leading brand for NFL & NCAA Division I Football Fields has been featured in the New Orleans Superdome 2013, New York MetLife Stadium 2014, and Minneapolis U.S. Bank Stadium 2018. Act Global also produced and installed the playing surface at the New Orleans Superdome in 2017 and 2018.
We are a dynamic, global synthetic turf company committed to BE MORE. We have manufacturing facilities on three continents, sales in over 90 countries and a trusted network around the world.
Our mission to “Be More” is ingrained in every facet of our business, every employee and throughout our value chain. With a foundation of innovation, integrity and quality, Act Global strives to positively impact society and maximize land use through the use of synthetic turf.
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March winter madness has begun! So far, this winter has been quite the chilly one with a few scattered bursts of beautiful weather! Some might say it’s even too cold to be practicing or playing any sort of sport outside. We at Act Global are here to say it’s never too cold for athletes to get their game on with our synthetic turf fields!
Act Global’s turf can withstand extreme weather on both sides of the spectrum. This provides a huge advantage for community and school athletes. Games and practices will no longer have to be canceled due to natural grass maintenance and players can continue to develop their skills. It’s all about the game and player growth at Act Global!
Every sport that has ever been played was first created on a natural grass field. Today, many of these sports have gone on to be played professionally and casually on synthetic turf fields due to the environmental benefits and heightened performance and safety for the players. 
