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 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 moreHow do 3G pitches work?
3G pitches are a synthetic turf made from artificial grass, supported by a base layer of sand and rubber crumb infill. The rubber crumb is spread throughout the blades of grass to provide a natural feel similar to real turf .
Read moreCan you play tennis on a 3G pitch?
Type 3 – High Grip Polymeric Surface The next type of MUGA surface, Type 3, is a high grip polymeric surface. Consisting of a rubber surface, similar to wet pour, high grip polymeric surfacing is best suited for rebound sports, including netball, tennis and basketball .
Read moreHow do you maintain a 3G pitch?
As with any artificial surface, combining daily and weekly in-house routines with specialist, deep-cleaning works is the key to a successful 3G pitch maintenance programme. Drag brushing should be carried out at least weekly, to maintain a consistent distribution of rubber infill and raise the carpet pile.
Read moreDo 3G pitches flood?
Synthetic 2G or 3G all weather sports pitches can become flooded and waterlogged for all kids of reasons , however the most common reasons are compaction and contamination of the sand and rubber infill layer due to a lack of proper maintenance.
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