U.S. Bank Stadium Selects Act Global’s Synthetic Turf System

U.S. Bank Stadium Selects Act Global’s Synthetic Turf System

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The Minnesota Vikings’ home features latest safety and technology built by leading firm and partner General Sports Surfaces.

Austin, TX – When U.S. Bank Stadium decided they wanted to replace their turf in 2019, they turned to Act Global due to their dedication to player safety and performance. The Vikings played their first nationally televised regular season home game on October 24th against the Washington Redskins.

This removal of the old field and new installation were completed by Act Global’s in-house crew and its partner General Sports Surfaces (GSS). Specializing in offering a full range of athletic surfaces including synthetic turf and running tracks, GSS also offers comprehensive services including design, installation, maintenance, and customer support. The installation included removable panels for event, soccer, and football conversions.

“Act Global is both honored and excited to be the turf supplier for U.S. Bank Stadium and home of the Minnesota Vikings,” Act Global CEO John Baize commented.

“General Sports Surfaces’ installation quality is amazing and could not have done a better job,” Baize added.

“The enormity of US Bank Stadium and the level of NFL talent that performs on this field excited not only me, but every single member of our General Sports Surfaces crew,” President of General Sports Surfaces Hector Puentes said.  “We are extremely proud to have played a role in producing this beautiful playing surface. Our commitment whether it is an NFL, collegiate, or high school field, is to provide a safe yet durable athletic field for athletes.”

Act Global’s synthetic turf system is specifically designed and tested to provide a superior playing surface for athletes geared towards player safety and performance. This proven methodology includes a vast range of quality and durability checks, biomechanical measurements and surface testing.

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About Act Global

Act Global is a world leader in synthetic turf technology with an ISO 9001 Quality Certified manufacturing facility in Calhoun, Georgia, and field installations in over 90 countries. Act Global is a FIFA Quality Licensee and preferred supplier for World Rugby, the International Hockey Federation, and the United Soccer League. The Act Global UBU Speed Series is the leading brand for NFL & NCAA Division I Football Fields has been featured in the New Orleans Superdome 2013, 2017, and 2018, New York Met Life Stadium 2014, and Minneapolis U.S. Bank Stadium 2016 and 2019.

About General Sports Surfaces

General Sports Surfaces are specialists in turn-key sports design and construction of artificial and synthetic grass and turf fields and surfaces for football, baseball and soccer for middle school, high school, college and professional stadiums and facilities. We also build and resurface athletic running tracks. From repairs on your running track and football field, to installation of bleachers and scoreboards of your indoor facility, we are the only true turn-key package when it comes to sports fields and facilities in the region.

Ways you Didn’t Know Artificial Turf Could be Used

Ways you Didn’t Know Artificial Turf Could be Used

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Airports are filling their runways and taxiways with synthetic grass.

Erosion and birdstrikes are just a few of the hazards that impact airport runways and taxiways. Artificial turf prevents animals from nesting or burrowing near runways and keeps animals away from planes taking off and landing. Installing AvTurf, Act Global’s aviation turf, can assist in eliminating these hazards while providing a clean, green, and low maintenance surface area.

An artificial turf-natural grass hybrid is on the market.

A hybrid system lets real living grass grow up between the synthetic turf fibers formin a mixture of natural and synthetic blades–a woven backing makes this possible. Act Global offers Xtreme Grass hybrid which reinforces natural grass’ playability properties combined with the durability of synthetic turf. The synthetic turf fibers help stabilize and protect the natural grass to reduce playing damage and divots. The hybrid turf system is excellent for high traffic areas such as soccer goalie boxes.

Pets love synthetic grass too!

Pet’s won’t keep their owners from enjoying a luxurious artificial turf backyard. The soft yet durable fibers are paw-friendly, and distinct infills are manufactured to absorb urine and eliminate any odors–plus easy cleanup and no brown spots! Lastly, you won’t have to use pesticides on your lawn that are harmful to your furry friends. 

Artificial turf is a sustainable way to cap landfills.

Current landfill capping systems typically run into issues of erosion and maintenance. With synthetic grass, the risk of erosion is reduced while obtaining a natural look. LiteEarth, produced by Act Global, and Solmax, have combined their expertise to produce the patented LiteEarth Capping System. The monofilament stand up system eliminates the need for infill and reduces the risk of erosion from wind or water.

Turf has no limits!

Synthetic grass can be used in a multitude of ways such as batting cages, art galleries, and even ceilings! At Act Global, we push the limits of our installations with our slogan in mind “Be More”. As a worldwide leader in turf manufacturing, we are always pushing ourselves to be more innovative when it comes to new projects, and are always up for a creative challenge. Every day we challenge ourselves to “Be More”.

 

Act Global and Haldeman Homme form a New Partnership

Act Global and Haldeman Homme form a New Partnership

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Act Global Artificial Turf is Now Offered From Haldeman Homme

Haldeman Homme, Inc. (HHI) and Act Global are excited to announce a partnership to add high-end artificial turf to HHI’s total facility solutions. This partnership stems from both company’s commitment to bring high-quality and world-class experiences to our customers. Haldeman Homme recently founded, “Athletic Construction Solutions,” a division dedicated to outdoor athletic solutions. ACS covers everything from track and field solutions to netting and football goal posts; missing was a leading­ partner in artificial turf.

Act Global’s mission to “Be More” is ingrained in every facet of the business. With a foundation of innovation, integrity, and quality, Act Global strives to positively impact society and maximize land use through the use of synthetic turf. “Haldeman Homme’s dedication to making a positive impact on the communities they serve is just one reason why they make a great partner,” says CEO John Baize. “We both value providing athletic solutions that enhance the athlete’s experience and player safety, so Act Global is excited for this new partnership and how we can keep providing communities with the same quality surfaces.”

“With Act Global on board we can truly say we offer the full package when it comes to outdoor athletic solutions,” says Territory Manager for ACS, Justin Perez, “We’ve always been able to provide the best in class products when it comes to your track, court, and equipment. It’s exciting to now be able to provide the artificial turf to go inside your track, your football field, or even the landscaping around the facility.”

Athletic Construction Solutions Division Manager, Dan Moran says, “Act Global’s commitment to green-friendly technologies and promoting sustainable practices is just another part of what makes them a great partner. We pride ourselves in providing safe, sustainable environments for athletes; it’s easy to do that when you have a manufacturer that stands behind the same ideals.”

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About Act Global
Act Global is a world leader in synthetic turf technology with an ISO 9001 Quality Certified manufacturing facility in Calhoun, Georgia, and field installations in over 90 countries. Act Global is a FIFA Quality Licensee and preferred supplier for World Rugby, the International Hockey Federation, and the United Soccer League. The Act Global UBU Speed Series is the leading brand for NFL & NCAA Division I Football Fields has been featured in the New Orleans Superdome 2013, 2017, and 2018, New York Met Life Stadium 2014, and Minneapolis U.S. Bank Stadium 2016 and 2019.

About Haldeman Homme
On top of state-of-the-art products and equipment, Haldeman Homme and ACS also provide design services, installation, and ongoing maintenance for all athletic facilities. That doesn’t stop with solutions only for athletes; make sure your fans are comfortable with a wide range of outdoor bleachers and seating. If it fits inside your facility, HHI and ACS can provide it. This means fewer contracts and deals with vendors and a greater peace of mind for you. Learn more about Haldeman Homme and the Athletic Construction Solutions Division at https://haldemanhomme.com/athletic-construction-solutions.

West Orange Stark High School First to Have Exclusive New Nolan Ryan Turf

West Orange Stark High School First to Have Exclusive New Nolan Ryan Turf

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General Sports Surfaces started construction on the first installation of the NR34 baseball system created by Act Global and Nolan Ryan led RS3

West Orange TX—Dan R. Hooks Stadium home of the Mustangs will be the first school in the world to have the new state of the art baseball system created and manufactured by Act Global and RS3. The base construction began on both the baseball and softball field in mid-August and the turf will be installed late September.

The NR34 system is similar to what is being used for Act Global stadiums and community fields around the world, optimized specifically for baseball. Performance benefits range from shock absorption, impact, ground interaction, traction, stability, bounce, lower infill splash, durability and UV testing, and more.

The field base construction and turf installation is being done under the direction of General Sports Surfaces of Ft. Worth, TX, that recently installed a new Act Global turf system for the West Orange Stark football field.

“It is not often that a company in the synthetic turf industry has the unique opportunity to be the first to do something,” Hector Puentes, CEO of General Sports said.  “The baseball and softball fields being installed by General Sports at West Orange Stark High School will not only be the first Act Global NR34 fields in Texas, they will be the first in the entire nation. We are proud to be associated with Act Global and the Nolan Ryan group (RS3),” Puentes continued.  “Countless hours of research and testing went into the development of this system, which was designed and tested to emulate the playing conditions of perfectly manicured natural grass baseball and softball fields.”

“The custom line of Nolan Ryan & RS3 Turf is first class,” said Cornel Thompson, Athletic Director of West Orange – Cove CISD. “West Orange Stark High School is thrilled to be the first school in Texas with this surface on our baseball and softball fields. I am confident our turf will be outstanding!”

“We’re excited to be partnering with West Orange Stark School and congratulate them on being the first field to bear the NR34 name,” said Ryan Sanders Baseball CEO Reese Ryan.  “We’re committed to bring the game of baseball to as many people as possible, while keeping player safety at the forefront, and we feel very confident in this product.”

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About Act Global

Act Global is a world leader in synthetic turf technology with an ISO 9001 Quality Certified manufacturing facility in Calhoun, Georgia, and field installations in over 90 countries. Act Global is a FIFA Quality Licensee and preferred supplier for World Rugby, the International Hockey Federation, and the United Soccer League. The Act Global UBU Speed Series is the leading brand for NFL & NCAA Division I Football Fields has been featured in the New Orleans Superdome 2013, 2017, and 2018, New York Met Life Stadium 2014, and Minneapolis U.S. Bank Stadium 2016 and 2019.

Act Global Teams up with the Homeless World Cup

Act Global Teams up with the Homeless World Cup

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For the fifth consecutive year, Act Global has collaborated with the Homeless World Cup to be their official synthetic turf sponsor. This year’s event took place at the heart of the Welsh capital, Cardiff, from July 27-Aug 3, and brought together more than 500 players representing over 50 countries.

The Homeless World Cup is an annual tournament hosted by the Homeless World Cup Foundation founded in 2003. The foundation uses football to inspire people who suffer from homelessness and help improve their lives.

A survey conducted by the Homeless World Cup Foundation revealed that 96% of people agreed football is a good way to bring people together. Along with inspiring this marginalized group of people, the foundation wants to destigmatize the perception of homelessness. The tournament attracts crowds of more than 80,000 and millions more watching online.

A recent study on global homelessness estimated 100 million worldwide are homeless and as many as 1.6 billion people lacked suitable housing. 94% of participants of the tournament in the past said that the Homeless World Cup positively impacted their life.

Act Global was founded in 2004 on a social and technical culture dedicated to serving the safety and performance needs of players while supporting communities across the globe. The Homeless World Cup and Act Global united on love for sports and a shared goal of helping the community.

Act Global is so excited to have brough 3 synthetic turf fields to the event and could not be more proud of the men and women who participated all week long.

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About Act Global

Act Global is a world leader in synthetic turf technology with an ISO 9001 Quality Certified manufacturing facility in Calhoun, Georgia, and field installations in over 90 countries. Act Global is a FIFA Quality Licensee and preferred supplier for World Rugby, the International Hockey Federation, and the United Soccer League. The Act Global UBU Speed Series is the leading brand for NFL & NCAA Division I Football Fields has been featured in the New Orleans Superdome 2013, 2017, and 2018, New York Met Life Stadium 2014, and Minneapolis U.S. Bank Stadium 2016 and 2019.