A Discussion of Rotational Resistance & Traction in Artificial Turf: Part 1
An in-depth look at the current testing method used to measure rotational resistance and traction, and how IT is failing to provide realistic simulations of athlete-to-surface interaction. Stability, consistency, and adequate traction with appropriate cleat release...
A Discussion of Rotational Resistance & Traction in Artificial Turf: Part 2
Improved Methods for Measuring Rotational Resistance in Artificial and Natural Grass Playing Surfaces. A number of sophisticated devices have been developed to measure rotational resistance and traction for artificial and natural grass playing surfaces. These devices...
Research Shows Wood Infill is Safer For Athletes and Artificial Fields
Wood products have countless uses in our modern world. From furniture and flooring, to children’s toys and paper products, you are likely never more than an arm’s reach away from something made of wood. Wood is durable, renewable, and affordable, making it...
California Dreaming – How Verde Design and the City of San Francisco Won Over Environmentalists with Brock
In 2002, members of the San Francisco Parks and Recreation Department kicked off a project with Verde Design, Inc. to install artificial turf in parks and athletic fields throughout the city and county. Although it quickly became clear that artificial turf provided...