SHOCKPADS

A good shockpad is a critical element in an artificial grass system and has a lot of influence on the lifespan and the playing characteristics of the total artificial grass concept.

Various approved laboratories recommend equipping sport pitches with an additional shock absorbing layer, and advise not to count solely on the shock-absorbing properties of the various performance infill systems. Performance infill systems can become compacted or contaminated; a layer positioned underneath the grass mat will do a better job of retaining its properties because it is protected against the natural elements. Performance infill layers cannot be made too thick, because this will result in an unstable playing surface.