Countdown to Minneapolis: The Recap

Countdown to Minneapolis: The Recap

The Philadelphia Eagles ended their 2016 with a losing record.

At 7-9 the Eagles ended their season last year at week 17 without making it to the playoffs.  An overall mediocre season with a few glistening highlights, the Eagles solidified themselves as an underdog going into the fall 2017 season.  This reputation followed the team for the past six months, even as the Eagles qualified for Super Bowl LII against the five-time champion, the New England Patriots.  This is a title that the Philadelphia Eagles had never won.


Yesterday’s game was brimming with thrilling plays that despite the Eagles keeping a constant lead, left fans engrossed in the action.  Patriots quarterback  Tom Brady even set a Super Bowl record yesterday after completing 505 passing yards.  Eagles quarterback Nick Foles set his own history as well in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s game after becoming the first QB to catch a touchdown pass.   However, despite the Patriot’s dominant resume and roster-including MVP Tom Brady- the team fell short of winning their sixth Super Bowl rings.  The Eagles fought for their win with passion and spirit for their city that ecstatically sang ” Fly Eagles Fly” in celebration following the teams win.

Since the opening of U.S. Bank Stadium, Act Global’s brand of synthetic turf has been the surface of choice.  It is one of the leading synthetic turf systems in the world and used by many NFL and NCAA Division 1 teams.  The artificial grass system has a history of proven playability, durability, and safety for NFL teams.  The surface combines science and technology with superior aesthetics to create the ultimate artificial grass system.

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Countdown to Minneapolis: The Recap

Countdown to Minneapolis: U.S. Bank Stadium Fun Fact #5

The biggest game in American football is taking place this weekend, February 4th in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  The Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots have commanded the road to the Super Bowl, earning their spots in this year’s game.  With Super Bowl Sunday quickly approaching, Act Global will be bringing a fun fact each day about U.S. Bank Stadium- home of Super Bowl LII.

Since the opening of U.S. Bank Stadium, Act Global’s brand of synthetic turf has been the surface of choice.  It is one of the leading synthetic turf systems in the world and used by many NFL and NCAA Division 1 teams.  The artificial grass system has a history of proven playability, durability, and safety for NFL teams.  The surface combines science and technology with superior aesthetics to create the ultimate artificial grass system.

Learn how our synthetic turf is beneficial to athletes. 

Be sure to keep up to date on all of our turf projects and more by following us on FacebookTwitterInstagram, and LinkedIn.

Countdown to Minneapolis: The Recap

How Airports Will Cope With Sharp Increase in Flights

Did you know, there will be an estimated 50% increase in flights throughout the world by 2035?

Air transport has revolutionized our world economically, socially, and culturally.  It has aided in connecting people from across borders to foster links between nations of all sizes and generate access to global markets.  It has driven travel and tourism to promote a more global society.  It has expanded people’s access to cultural experiences and increased their access to leisure destinations.  Air travel has also been essential to economic growth.

In a study published by IATA this past December, it has been found that the aviation industry currently supports 62.7 million jobs globally through direct employment, related sector employment, and associated employment from tourism.  Aviation has been estimated to have a complete global economic impact of $2.7 trillion.  This is generated in part by the 1,402 commercial airlines with 26,065 aircraft in service and 3,883 airports with 32.8 million commercial flights worldwide.

With the projection of flights on the rise for the next two decades, it is important for airports to take steps now to improve the operational and functional efficiency of their facilities.  Investments must be made in products that will last and have the ability to withstand heavy use. AvTurf is a synthetic turf system that provides comprehensive ground safety enhancements and erosion control to make airplane takeoffs and landings more effective and efficient.

Countdown to Minneapolis: The Recap

Countdown to Minneapolis: U.S. Bank Stadium Fun Fact #4

The biggest game in American football is taking place this weekend, February 4th in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  The Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots have commanded the road to the Super Bowl, earning their spots in this year’s game.  With Super Bowl Sunday quickly approaching, Act Global will be bringing a fun fact each day about U.S. Bank Stadium- home of Super Bowl LII.

Did you know that U.S. Bank Stadium’s roof engineering is a trailblazer for stadiums, both in size and design?  Because U.S. Bank is now a premier facility for year-round events, in the design stage of the facility it was vital to craft a sought-after destination that could protect athletes and entertainers from the elements of the outdoors.  The result was the lightest and most efficient roof structure in the nation for a major new stadium and the only ETFE roof on a sports facility within the United States.  The completely clear roof covers sixty percent of the venue and allows as much natural light in as possible.


Video Credit: 1500 ESPN Twin Cities 

Since the opening of the stadium, Act Global’s brand of synthetic turf has been the surface of choice.  The artificial grass system has a history of proven playability, durability, and safety for NFL teams.  The surface combines science and technology with superior aesthetics to create the ultimate artificial grass system.

Learn how our synthetic turf is beneficial to athletes. 

Be sure to keep up to date on all of our turf projects and more by following us on FacebookTwitterInstagram, and LinkedIn.

Countdown to Minneapolis: The Recap

Countdown to Minneapolis: U.S. Bank Stadium Fun Fact #3

The biggest game in American football is taking place this weekend, February 4th in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  The Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots have commanded the road to the Super Bowl, earning their spots in this year’s game.  With Super Bowl Sunday quickly approaching, Act Global will be bringing a fun fact each day about U.S. Bank Stadium- home of Super Bowl LII.

Did you know that it would take approximately 3,000,000 footballs lined up in a grid to fill the U.S. Bank Stadium?  Encompassing approximately 1.6 million square feet, U.S. Bank Stadium is prepared to offer up to 73,000 seats for fans at this year’s Super Bowl LII.  The facility will also host six thousand journalists from around the world in a specially-made press box for the event.

Since the opening of the stadium, Act Global’s brand of synthetic turf has been the surface of choice.  The artificial grass system has a history of proven playability, durability, and safety for NFL teams.  The surface combines science and technology with superior aesthetics to create the ultimate artificial grass system.

Learn how our synthetic turf is beneficial to athletes. 

Be sure to keep up to date on all of our turf projects and more by following us on FacebookTwitterInstagram, and LinkedIn.