3G surfaces are designed primarily for football and rugby and England Hockey does not consider it suitable for competitive hockey . In some circumstances, a 3G could be used for introductory hockey, if no other hockey surface were available.
Read moreIs Saracens pitch artificial?
Saracens Rugby Union club kicked off their AVIVA Premiership defence by playing on the heaviest rugby pitch in Europe. Installed by SIS Pitches. The new surface at Allianz Park weighs in at 38kg per m2 making it the heaviest synthetic rugby pitch in Europe, and another big step forward in synthetic turf technology .
Read moreWhich is better 3G or 4G pitch?
The Difference Between 3G and 4G The main difference between 3G and 4G surfaces is that 3G pitches contain infill, whilst 4G systems do not . 3G pitches are the latest to be recognised by any accredited governing body. Therefore, you will only find 3G pitches as being publically endorsed by sports teams or influencers.13 Mar 2019
Read moreAre 3G pitches carcinogenic?
Due to the genotoxic and carcinogenic effects of benzene , no safe level of exposure can be recommended. The extremely high toxic levels of the PAHs really floored me. Six of the PAHs are allowed to be up to 2,000 times more toxic than that allowed in children’s toys.26 Şub 2020
Read moreWhich rugby teams have artificial pitches?
Currently, a number of clubs in both the URC and the Gallagher Premiership use artificial pitch surfaces, with the likes of Saracens, Worcester Warriors, Newcastle Falcons, Glasgow Warriors and Cardiff Rugby all applying the technology.24 Eyl 2021
Read moreIs Kingsholm 4G pitch?
Contrary to what some might think, the surface is called a 3G pitch. 4G pitches don’t exist . “4G does not exist,” the groundsman explained. “It does not exist in anything but phone technology!13 Eki 2021
Read moreWhy is a 4G pitch good?
The shockpad layer installed in 4G pitches delivers a cushioning effect, reducing the chance of injury . This can be very beneficial during the colder months of the year – when turf pitches can freeze and harden very quickly. There is a very clear economic benefit involved with the installation of 4G pitches too.
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