Xtreme Turf
Encyclopedia
Xtreme Turf is an artificial turf
system and trademark of ACT Global Sports, an international sports surfacing company.
system made up of soft polyethylene
or nylon
fibers that are tufted into a reinforced backing. The primary Xtreme Turf system is developed for Soccer or American Football
by Act Global Sports. This consists of an infill and the spacing of artificial grass fibers being approximately 1/2 inch apart.
Synthetic turf options are available to fit the Xtreme Turf system to the needed use such as for indoor or outdoor sports, parks, landscaping, field hockey, golf, tennis and rugby.
systems must be properly maintained in order to keep the surface in good playing condition. Maintenance helps to avoid degradation of heavily used areas, infill compaction and is generally required per a manufacturer's warranty. Neglecting maintenance or minor repairs can lead to more serious problems with continued use. Keeping the surface clean of debris is best. Also, the most common method of maintenance is using a nylon or polyolefin brush. The amount of periodic maintenance, brushing methods and solutions for specific issues such as snow/ice removal, oil spillage, etc. can be provided by the artificial turf manufacturer. It is important to keep a maintenance log to track the performed maintenance.
In 2004, UEFA
certification was achieved for two types of Xtreme Turf
January 2005 - the monofilament version of Xtreme Turf earned UEFA
certification.
September 2005 - Xtreme Turf found in over 15 different countries
October 2006 - Xtreme Turf found in over 20 countries
December 2006 – Xtreme Turf maker, ACT Global Sports becomes an official licensee of FIFA
Quality Concept
May 2007 - Xtreme Turf featured in over 25 countries
June 2007 - Xtreme Turf receives FIH approval. Product meets global unfilled tests without water.
Artificial turf
Artificial turf is a surface manufactured from synthetic fibers made to look like natural grass. It is most often used in arenas for sports that were originally or are normally played on grass. However, it is now being used on residential lawns and commercial applications as well...
system and trademark of ACT Global Sports, an international sports surfacing company.
Product
Xtreme Turf is an artificial turfArtificial turf
Artificial turf is a surface manufactured from synthetic fibers made to look like natural grass. It is most often used in arenas for sports that were originally or are normally played on grass. However, it is now being used on residential lawns and commercial applications as well...
system made up of soft polyethylene
Polyethylene
Polyethylene or polythene is the most widely used plastic, with an annual production of approximately 80 million metric tons...
or nylon
Nylon
Nylon is a generic designation for a family of synthetic polymers known generically as polyamides, first produced on February 28, 1935, by Wallace Carothers at DuPont's research facility at the DuPont Experimental Station...
fibers that are tufted into a reinforced backing. The primary Xtreme Turf system is developed for Soccer or American Football
American football
American football is a sport played between two teams of eleven with the objective of scoring points by advancing the ball into the opposing team's end zone. Known in the United States simply as football, it may also be referred to informally as gridiron football. The ball can be advanced by...
by Act Global Sports. This consists of an infill and the spacing of artificial grass fibers being approximately 1/2 inch apart.
Synthetic turf options are available to fit the Xtreme Turf system to the needed use such as for indoor or outdoor sports, parks, landscaping, field hockey, golf, tennis and rugby.
Maintenance
Artificial turfArtificial turf
Artificial turf is a surface manufactured from synthetic fibers made to look like natural grass. It is most often used in arenas for sports that were originally or are normally played on grass. However, it is now being used on residential lawns and commercial applications as well...
systems must be properly maintained in order to keep the surface in good playing condition. Maintenance helps to avoid degradation of heavily used areas, infill compaction and is generally required per a manufacturer's warranty. Neglecting maintenance or minor repairs can lead to more serious problems with continued use. Keeping the surface clean of debris is best. Also, the most common method of maintenance is using a nylon or polyolefin brush. The amount of periodic maintenance, brushing methods and solutions for specific issues such as snow/ice removal, oil spillage, etc. can be provided by the artificial turf manufacturer. It is important to keep a maintenance log to track the performed maintenance.
Business and Milestones
Xtreme Turf was created by former international directors of the AstroTurf brand. It is produced by ACT Global Sports in an integrated manufacturing plant with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification.In 2004, UEFA
UEFA
The Union of European Football Associations , almost always referred to by its acronym UEFA is the administrative and controlling body for European association football, futsal and beach soccer....
certification was achieved for two types of Xtreme Turf
January 2005 - the monofilament version of Xtreme Turf earned UEFA
UEFA
The Union of European Football Associations , almost always referred to by its acronym UEFA is the administrative and controlling body for European association football, futsal and beach soccer....
certification.
September 2005 - Xtreme Turf found in over 15 different countries
October 2006 - Xtreme Turf found in over 20 countries
December 2006 – Xtreme Turf maker, ACT Global Sports becomes an official licensee of FIFA
FIFA
The Fédération Internationale de Football Association , commonly known by the acronym FIFA , is the international governing body of :association football, futsal and beach football. Its headquarters are located in Zurich, Switzerland, and its president is Sepp Blatter, who is in his fourth...
Quality Concept
May 2007 - Xtreme Turf featured in over 25 countries
June 2007 - Xtreme Turf receives FIH approval. Product meets global unfilled tests without water.