How is the new generation of synthetic turf different from that of the past?
Increasing demand for higher quality playing surfaces and intense competition for field accessibility have given rise to a new generation of synthetic turf systems that replicate the look and feel of manicured natural grass. While the first artificial turf systems used in the 1960’s and 1970’s were hard, significant advancements have been made during the past few decades. By the 1990’s, player comfort and performance become the top priority and the first synthetic turf systems with sand and rubber infill were introduced. Today’s synthetic turf, supported by the NFL, UEFA, FIFA and many international federations, combines the playing characteristics, look and feel of natural turf, with the advantages of increased playability, safety, longer playing seasons and less canceled games.
