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TogglePolyethylene is the preferred material for fake grass, thanks to its versatility and ability to strike an ideal balance between durability, aesthetics, and softness. It not only looks amazing with bright green colors and plenty of textures but also feels softer and more natural than others.
Also, this type of artificial turf will hold up to a lot of use and abuse without beginning to look ragged or worn out. In addition, taking care of polyethylene artificial grass is fairly easy as it only needs to be raked or brushed to ensure that the grass keeps its best shape.
This is not only the cheapest choice but also the least durable types of artificial grass. It will not stand up well to users walking or playing on it. If you prefer durable synthetic grass product, Polypropylene will not be a good choice. Often employed as a thatch layer, polypropylene enhances the realistic appearance of the turf and provides a comfortable foot feel.
What’s more, it cannot bear the high temperatures that Polyethylene does. Thus, if you want to install artificial turf in a very hot area, this may lead to an unnatural-looking lawn.
Synthetic lawns made from various materials serve distinct purposes. Polyethylene stands out as the preferred choice for contact sports fields like soccer, football, and rugby due to its durability. Meanwhile, polypropylene, along with polyethylene, becomes an exceptional option for landscaping grass, making it suitable for both residential and commercial use.
With monofilament yarn, it is possible to create different shapes. This allows for creativity in design, with some shapes, such as diamond, proving more resilient and stronger than flatter yarns. Shapes like “C-shaped” or “S-shaped” enhance softness, delivering a comfortable and plush feel. “V-shaped” or “W-shaped” yarns ensure effective resilience of the grass blades, even after withstanding heavy usage.
Our star product Superb, a monofilament artificial grass designed for sports, stands out with high-end 100% PE fibers arranged in a diamond shape, making it the most durable option in today’s sports market.
In landscaping, various specialized yarn shapes are available for realistic artificial lawn. By strategically combining diverse yarn shapes, a balanced performance is achieved, delivering optimal aesthetic appeal and functionality.
Typically, the choice of pile height depends on your preference and how you plan to use the lawn. For non-contact sports like hockey, tennis, putting green, gate ball, and running track, short pile types of synthetic grass are commonly applied.
In leisure settings, shorter piles are preferred for high-traffic areas, though they may appear less natural than longer alternatives. Shorter fibers excel in specific purposes, such as creating pet-friendly surfaces that protect paws and withstand pet activities.
Longer fibers, as opposed to shorter yarns, are ideal for contact sports like soccer, football, and rugby. For residential or commercial use, if you prioritize appearance and feel, opting for grass with a longer pile is advisable, as it delivers a lush, luxurious aesthetic.
Green is the most common color for various types of artificial grass. However, contrary to common belief, fake turf isn’t uniformly green. Blends of green vary on a spectrum from brighter lime green to darker olive green, encompassing a wide range of shades. The charm of modern artificial landscape turf lies not just in how closely it resembles natural grass but also in its ability to mimic different grass species.
In sports such as soccer, football, and rugby, it is possible to combine different shades of green in one tuft, to create a more natural grass appearance, with emerald, olive, lime and forest being the most common shades.
Synthetic turf is a multi-billion dollar industry and one of the largest growing Industries today. All types of contractors are jumping into the “turf biz” eager to install millions to make millions. Don’t let the soft green fibers and easy installation fool you, just like every trade, there must be an understanding for its safety. Safety for our employees, safety for our customers, and safety for our environment.
This month Ask JW will guide you through some of his safety tips that will assist you in creating job safety.
“There is no substitute for experience”……. Ask JW
Synthetic turf may look like an easy profession but it has its share of mishaps. You would be amazed by the Injuries and accidents I have witnessed over the years due to the lack of understanding of safety in this profession. Creating and maintaining safety meetings are not only crucial to the company but in many states required by O.S.H.A. Safety meetings are an opportunity for management to communicate to employees how they can do their jobs safer and better.
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Safety meetings allows employees an opportunity to speak about safety and health concerns or workplace improvement ideas to their co-workers, supervisors and upper management. Unsafe acts account for 90 percent of all accidents. Safety meetings teach preventative measures against unsafe acts by educating employees on how they can do their job safely. I recommend creating a safety manual that will discuss safety concerns for each component that goes into your installations. This will allow employees to have a better understanding of safety prior to starting the project. Safety meeting can happen during the project as well. When a supervisor witnesses a violation of safety, it is advantageous to have a safety meeting to address immediately.
Having a first aid kit on the jobsite is a must. When installing synthetic turf there are many injuries that may occur and being cut by sharp blades is one of them. Make sure you have the proper medical supplies in each kit to render aid to anyone in need. If the injury is too bad for a simple first aid kit, call 911 or visit the nearest hospital.
If you’re going to be in the synthetic turf Industry I recommend choosing a great pair of knee pads. Choosing knee pads are just as important as choosing a great pair of work boots. Knee pads prevents injuries and protects our skin from heat transfer from the turfs surface. I recommend this brand and type of knee pad for the serious turf installer.
“If you don’t protect your knees today… they will fail you when you get older… JW
I was born and raised in Las Vegas and you can say I have seen my share of hot summer days. After installing millions of square feet in the hot, scorching desert sun I have become acclimated. There is one thing I have never understood from synthetic turf installers… “WHY DO YOU LEAVE THE NAILS & STAPLES ON THE HOT TURF’?!!!!???
Throughout my travels and trainings, the first thing I witness is installers leaving the nails on the turf and then never using them because they are too hot to grab. Then at the end of the day, everyone is picking up the hot nails that were too hot to use.
Do yourself and your team a favor and go spend the $1.99 for a painters bucket at Home Depot to keep your nails cooler, organized and prevent nails being lost in the turf which may cause injury. You may also place a cover over them to keep them out of the sun’s rays.
Do not take the chance of losing an eye or two. When working with synthetic turf infill you must wear safety eye wear to prevent Infill granules getting into your eyes. Once the granules gets into the eye lid, it could scratch the cornea and cause lasting injury to your vision. Please wear the proper eye wear when powerbooming or brushing in the Infill. Make sure you have an eye wash/flush in your first aid kit.
SGW round premium Infill is produced in its natural round state. It is double washed, kiln dried and the cleanest natural Infill on the market. As you can see by the photo to the left, there is minimal to no dust.
SGW Envirofill is the latest in infill product technology – a non-toxic, non-absorbent “synthetic soil” that’s pet- and environment friendly, preventing bacteria growth. Envirofill’s trademark green silicone dioxide granules are cooler under sun than black crumb rubber and more sanitary than silica. Envirofill is a one-time application.
It is very important for each installation crew to have a “Blade Container” to store all of the used blades prior to discarding them into the trash. I have witnesses installers placing used blades on chairs, tables, block walls, planter beds and even laid on the ground. They always say that they will pick them up at the end of the job but, there is always that one or two blades that get left behind. Sharp blades cause injury. They can also cause injury to the client after you have left the job. I recommend using a “Blade Container” to store all used blades while in the installation process so you don’t chance leaving any behind.
If you do not have a “Blade Container” then I suggest using an empty plastic Gatorade bottle. Its works great for used blades and you can throw it away with every install.
Cell use in the workplace is a growing safety concern. Mobile device accidents are on the rise in construction and causing accidents at an alarming rate.
Most businesses today operate and communicate through cell phones/digital information. The inappropriate use of cell phones in the workplace has become a big challenge for the construction industry. Being aware of your surroundings is your responsibility.
OSHA has started to place civil and criminal liability on employees that have been on their mobile devices while causing an accident.
OSHA regulations squarely forbid the use of cell phones in construction regulations pertaining to cranes and derricks (29 C.F.R. § .(d)), but the hazard exists across any dangerous equipment. Accordingly, active operation during the use of industrial equipment should be strictly prohibited.
I personally took this photo to the upper left. This young man was leaving the jobsite with his face buried into his cell and walked right into the path of a loader. He kept walking with his face down disregarding his and others safety around him.
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