The Aquatrols Co. introduces new sports turf division

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The Aquatrols Co. is extending its legacy of product innovation to include a focus on products developed specifically for sports turf management.

The newly-launched sports turf division will focus on the specific needs of sports turf management professionals, with future R&D efforts put toward developing products that specifically address the unique needs of sports turf managers and provide the best possible playability, player safety and overall field aesthetics.

According to the company, it plans to support sports turf managers’ goals and will continue to help shape the industry by focusing on solution-driven innovations and identifying product enhancements.

The company features a handful of current products for sports turf managers, including Zipline, Revolution, Vivax, In-Flow, Border 2.0 and Solarous for their playing fields by preference.

Erick Koskinen, general manager for Aquatrols, was a former golf course superintendent and a sales leader at both Precision Labs and Aquatrols, he has a personal understanding of turf management challenges. Koskinen is committed to a long-term vision of supporting sports turf managers, and the distribution partners serving this market, through ongoing innovation and education efforts.

“I’m thrilled to be a part of this company and to help turf professionals more effectively manage their water inputs,” said Koskinen. “I remember what it was like to try to keep turf thriving during high stress and heavy play. It’s exciting to have an incredible team who are all committed to the success of today’s turf grass managers.”

Other members of the team include:

• Greg Sinner, director of sports turf
• Ian Grove, territory manager for sports turf
• Christian Baldwin, global technical services manager
• Robert Wilson, portfolio development manager
• Kate Garassino, marketing manager, U.S.