Michelin North America launched the new 26x12N12 X Tweel Turf XL. The new tire has a load-carrying capacity of 1,031 pounds up from 862 pounds for the 26x12N12 X Tweel Turf. This new 26-inch airless radial tire is available in three hub configurations that will fit 4-by-4-inch and 5-by-4.5-inch bolt patterns for a variety of machines, including: John Deere: ZTrak Z997... read more
The Citadel’s Johnson Hagood Stadium sports and recreation facilities are integrating TCool’s evaporative cooling technology into their synthetic turf systems, in an effort to reduce extreme heat. TCool is an eco-friendly solution that cools the synthetic turf surfaces by coating the infill and/or sand. Once installed, the TCool solution continuously activates through rain, dew, humidity and/or watering the field, thus... read more
SmartTurf has launched a range of athletic turf products for health and sports clubs, along with athletic arenas. The new product range offers an athletic artificial turf product with built-in antimicrobial protection. Smart Turf is a longtime partner of Microban International, a provider of antimicrobial and odor control and prevention solutions. Smart Turf Athletic Turf is made with proprietary, high-performance polyethylene,... read more
Sipcam Agro USA has released its newest innovation: Karma fungicide. The systemic fungicide combats many Pythium diseases, including damping-off, cottony blight, grease spot and root rot. “As turf and lawn managers know, Pythium diseases can be devastating even for the most well-maintained turf grass,” said Todd Mason, director of national sales and development for the turf and ornamental division at Sipcam. “Pythium reduces the turf’s ability to absorb water... read more
Turface Athletics is supporting communities preparing fields for play as part of its Rebuild the Field program. The initiative provides rebates back on essential field maintenance products. Customers that purchase eligible Turface and Southern Athletic Fields (SAF) conditioners and clays can earn back $60 per ton for purchases made between Feb. 21 and March 21. “With cancellations and postponements, last year... read more
